PRODUCT CODE VERSION DATE : MFX0301 : 1.0 : 11.12.
User documentation MAGICFX® Power Shot 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 Power Shot in accordance with the regulations and instructions in this manual.
User documentation MAGICFX® Power Shot 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® Power Shot. The information in this manual is important for the proper and safe functioning of the Power Shot. If you are not familiar with the installation, operation, preventative maintenance etc. of the Power Shot then please read this user manual carefully from beginning to end.
User documentation MAGICFX® Power Shot CONTENTS 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 POWER SHOT The Power Shot is a confetti shooting system which has been specially developed to easily shoot electric cannons from a podium or truss. The Power Shot is splash proof and therefore suitable for outdoor locations. The Power Shot can be used with electric confetti cannons as well as with electric streamer cannons.
User documentation MAGICFX® Power Shot The following types of electric cannons are possible: TYPE CANNON CONTENT CANNON LENGTH OUTPUT CONFETTI (150g) 40CM 5M STREAMERS (150g) 40CM 12M CONFETTI (300g) 80CM 12M STREAMERS (300g) 80CM 20M Table 5.3 All pre-filled cannons are for one-off use only. DANGER WARNING: Metallic products are heavier and will therefore have a larger output.
Version 1.0 6. SAFETY 6.1 INTRODUCTION The Power Shot 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 Power Shot. The Power Shot must be placed and used in surroundings that preferably: 6.
User documentation MAGICFX® Power Shot 6.3 WARNINGS Warning texts have been attached to the Power Shot. 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.
Version 1.0 7. PARTS 1 2 3 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. 6. 7.
User documentation MAGICFX® Power Shot 8. ACCESSORIES MFX0302 – Cannon clamp MFX3103 – Twenty clamp M10 MFX0303 – Base Plate MFX0309 – Power link cable MFX0308 – Power cable MFX3303 – Case for 4 Power Shots 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. PREPARATIONS Unpack the Power Shot.
Version 1.0 10. INSTALLATION CAUTION: The machine can be damaged if you do not follow the procedures carefully. DANGER WARNING: The MAGICFX® Power Shot may only be installed by adults and authorised persons. Prepare the Power Shot for use as follows: 1a Place the Power Shot on an even, solid and stable surface and secure it with the notches made for this. Then continue to step 2. Attach the Power Shot to a Base Plate for an extra stable surface.
User documentation MAGICFX® Power Shot 2. Connect a powerCON cable to provide the Power Shot with 230V~ 50/60Hz. You can connect several Power Shots to each other by using a powerCON loop cable (MFX0309). Only use grounded electricity sockets! Ensure that the powerCON cable is not connected to the power supply when it is put in the Power Shot. 3. Test the working of the Power Shot by connecting the powerCON cable to the power supply.
Version 1.0 6. Once the electric cannon has been placed in the Power Shot it can be adjusted to the correct shooting direction. Unscrew the adjustment button on the side of the Power Shot for setting the holder in the correct direction. Never shoot in the direction of people, animals or objects. Also consult this manual for the shooting distance of the various cannons. 7. Plug in the electric cannon connector in the right way into the connector on top of the Power Shot.
User documentation MAGICFX® Power Shot 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® Power Shot may only be installed by adults and authorised persons. The Power Shot may only be operated if all parts are completely and correctly installed/connected. For using the Power Shot take the following steps: 1.
Version 1.0 12. SWITCHING OFF To switch off the Power Shot, take the following steps: 1. Make sure that the Power Shot is no longer connected to an electricity source. Only then remove the powerCON cable. 2. Remove the cannon from the Power Shot.
User documentation MAGICFX® Power Shot 13. TROUBLESHOOTING - The machine does not turn on. Check if the powerCON cable is properly connected. - A cannon does not work. Check if the connector of the cannon is properly connected. If so, exchange the cannon with another and see if this one works. - The output is not 12VAC The electronics in the Power Shot will fully be activated when a load like a cannon is attached.
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