PRODUCT CODE VERSION DATE : MFX1102 : 1.0 : 11.12.
User documentation MAGICFX® CO2 Gun 1. CONGRATULATIONS! You have bought a great new product from MAGICFX®. MAGIC FX is a Dutch manufacturer of professional special effects machines and equipment. We have been experts in special effects since our establishment in 1995. All our products are made under the brand name MAGICFX® which by now has acquired a great reputation on account of its quality and reliability. All products are made in accordance with the European Machinery Directive.
Version 1.0 2. CE MARKING PLEASE NOTE: We presume that you, your employees and others who use or come into contact with the machine are familiar with how the machine must be dealt with. This includes the correct use, maintenance and repair of the machine as described in this user manual. This also means that the employees are familiar with the use of machines through training or experience. DANGER WARNING: Only use the CO2 Gun in accordance with the regulations and instructions in this manual.
User documentation MAGICFX® CO2 Gun 3. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY (according to Annex II.1.A of the Machinery Directive) Concerning the Machinery Directive. We; MAGIC FX B.V.
Version 1.0 4. FOREWORD This manual describes the MAGICFX® CO2 Gun. The information in this manual is important for the proper and safe functioning of the CO2 Gun. If you are not familiar with the installation, operation, preventative maintenance etc. of the CO2 Gun then please read this user manual carefully from beginning to end.
User documentation MAGICFX® CO2 Gun CONTENT 1. CONGRATULATIONS! .................................................................................... 1 2. CE MARKING................................................................................................... 2 3. DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY ................................................................. 3 4. FOREWORD .................................................................................................... 4 5. INTRODUCTION ........
Version 1.0 5. INTRODUCTION 5.1 DESCRIPTION AND APPLICATION OF THE CO2 GUN The MAGIC FX CO2 Gun is a high pressure pistol to which a CO2 bottle can be connected by means of a high pressure hose. With the CO2 Gun one can blow smoke plumes of CO2 gas (carbon dioxide) into the air. This creates a special, surprising and spectacular effect. The CO2 Gun is not suitable for blowing away objects or for purposes other than those described above.
User documentation MAGICFX® CO2 Gun 6. SAFETY 6.1 INTRODUCTION The CO2 Gun has been designed and constructed in such a manner that it can be used safely. This applies to the use, the circumstances and the regulations as described in this documentation. Reading this documentation and following the instructions are therefore necessary for everyone who is authorised to work with the CO2 Gun.
Version 1.0 6.3 WARNINGS Warning texts have been attached to the CO2 Gun. With regard to these the following rules apply: - These texts may not be removed or damaged. The operator must regularly check if this is the case. The operator must ensure that the texts are and remain clearly visible and legible. DANGER WARNING: One must replace texts or signs if these are absent, damaged or illegible.
User documentation MAGICFX® CO2 Gun 7. PARTS 1 1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
Version 1.0 8. ACCESSORIES MFX1116 - T-piece (1 bottle – 2 CO2 Guns) MFX1103 – High pressure hose 3/8 - 3m MFX1106 – High pressure hose 3/8 - 6m MFX1117 - T-piece (2 bottles – 1 CO2 Gun) MFX1110 – High pressure hose 3/8 - 10m MFX1115 – High pressure hose 3/8 - 15m Table 8.1 You can order these parts and accessories from: MAGIC FX B.V. Schouwrooij 27 NL-5281 RE BOXTEL The Netherlands T. +31(0)411 63 50 13 F. +31(0)411 63 50 12 W. http://www.magicfx.eu E. info@magicfx.eu 9.
User documentation MAGICFX® CO2 Gun 10. INSTALLATION CAUTION: The machine can be damaged if you do not follow the procedures carefully. DANGER WARNING: The MAGICFX® CO2 Gun may only be installed by adults and authorised persons. DANGER WARNING: MAGIC FX is not liable for working with CO2 gas and CO2 bottles or for the correct use thereof.
Version 1.0 3. Now attach the coupling of the CO2 hose to the coupling of the CO2 Gun and secure this with an open-ended spanner. 4. Connect the other end to a CO2 bottle (with dip pipe). Turning it by hand will suffice! You should only use a wrench if the coupling continues to leak. 5. Open the valve of the gas bottle. DANGER WARNING: Place the CO2 Bottle on a stable and even surface and secure it by means of an approved strap or bottle clamp.
User documentation MAGICFX® CO2 Gun 11. USAGE TIP: Gives you suggestions and advice regarding easier or more convenient ways to carry out certain tasks. CAUTION: The machine can be damaged, if you do not follow these procedures carefully. DANGER WARNING: The MAGICFX® CO2 Gun may only be installed by adults and authorised persons. The CO2 Gun may only be operated if all parts are completely and correctly installed/connected. For using the CO2 Gun take the following steps: 1.
Version 1.0 12. SWITCHING OFF To switch off the CO2 Gun, take the following steps: 1. Close the valve of the gas bottle. 2. Shoot the CO2 Gun one more time to remove any remaining pressure from the hose. 3. Unscrew the high pressure hose from the CO2 Gun and from the CO2 bottle. 4. Turn the safety catch downward again to lock the handle.
User documentation MAGICFX® CO2 Gun 13. TROUBLESHOOTING - The CO2 Gun is leaking Check if the coupling of the gas hose is connected properly to the coupling of the CO2 Gun. If it is not entirely secured then press it firmly. - Only a small smoke plume is visible when the CO2 gas exits the CO2 Gun. Visibility can vary due to air humidity. The output will be more visible when there is high absolute air humidity. - There is no white smoke plume visible when the CO2 gas exits the CO2 Gun.
