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- Page 1 Stingray Manual for tattoo machine rev.1 Patent Pending Manufacturer: InkMachines Sweden AB BOX 8025 350 08 VÄXJÖ, Sweden...
- Page 2 Stingray for years to come. To ensure safety and obtain maximum service life from the machine it is essential that users read and understand this manual. Check out www.Inkmachines.com for more info and news.
- Page 3 Improvements More stable give adjustment. New Cap with built in damper prevents clatter and excessive noise when using the softer give settings. Allows use of the whole 3 turn adjustment efficiently and without clatter. Easy to convert between standard and cartridge needles.
- Page 4 The Stingray is designed and developed solely for tattooing of humans by professional tattoo artists. Do not under any circumstances use for other purposes. InkMachines only provide products for professional tattoo artists and may only be used by professionals with knowledge about diseases and how to maintain a clean working environment and sterile equipment.
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Page 5: Warranty
2. Machine or any of its components have been autoclaved or cleaned in an ultrasonic cleaner. 3. Components have been damaged by misuse or carelessness. 4. Components have been manipulated. Delivery content Stingray X2 Machine Emergency Allen keys 0.9mm and 1.5mm... -
Page 6: Getting Started
Getting started 1. Disconnect the machine from the power supply. . 2. Attach a new quality rubber nipple or grommet to the Needle bar pin The nipple or grommet should have a tight fit with the Needle bar loop. 3. Open the retainer to make clearance for the needle bar and tube by adjusting the ... - Page 7 X2 Cap Damper plug X2 Cap Damper The new X2 cap has a built in Damper that prevents clatter and noise when the give adjustment is used. Note: The Damper makes the machine slightly louder when running without needles or when the adjustment is set to the hardest setting.
- Page 8 To properly change the cam and make service work on your own you will need the Precision tool kit . The Stingray X2 is normally delivered with the 4mm steel cam as standard. Precision tool kit Video also available at youtube.com search word “InkMachines”...
- Page 9 5. Rotate the Cam and locate the Cam screw with a 0.9mm Allen key through the hole in the Frame . Loosen the Cam screw and remove the Cam 0.9mm Hex key 6. Clean the parts and the frame and align the flat part of the motor shaft towards the hole in the frame.
- Page 10 9. Preform lash adjustment. The lash or play between the Cam bearings and the Cam needs to be adjusted to a minimum. Too much play between the cam bearings and the cam will cause excessive noise and increased wear on the cam. Push the piston ...
- Page 11 Converting to cartridges The Stingray X2 is fully compatible with cartridges and is easier to convert than the previous model. When using cartridges the Stay up spring must be removed to prevent strain on the motor and to function properly. The X2 version has a lid in the frame that allows quick ...
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Page 12: Maintenance Instructions
Maintenance instructions Lubrication Use the oil that were supplied with the machine and follow these steps to lubricate every 100 hours of use. Only use the oil provided with the machine, other oils may reduce lifetime of the machine and / or clog. 1. - Page 13 Wear components and replacement interval Components estimated life in operating hours during normal use and given that maintenance instructions have been followed. Cap 3000h Damper 1500h Adjustment Screw 2000h Inner piston spring 800h Piston Assembly 2000h Retainer bearings 4000h Frame 10 000h+ Retainer O-ring 2500h RCA contact 3000h Motor Assembly, Rod assembly, cam and...
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Page 14: Troubleshooting Guide
Troubleshooting guide If you experience problems with the machine you can consult the troubleshooting guide or contact us for service at Inkmachines.com Symptom Possible cause Possible Solution The Motor does not start None or to low input Increase voltage (max 13 volts). - Page 15 Frame with a plastic sleeve. If the sleeve fails short circuit will occur. Contact InkMachines for service. The Motor is defect. Friction between frame Machine loses power and / or Lubricate according to maintenance speed varies.
- Page 16 Replace. broken The motor is defect. Contact InkMachines for service. The needle suspension (give) is The machine or pistons are Lubricate and run the machine for a few jammed or hangs up. new. The suspension needs minutes while holding the Needle bar pin ...
- Page 17 The Inner piston spring Replace. Or stretch. is defect. Too much play between the Contact InkMachines for service. Piston and the Inner piston . (worn out ). The Needle bar pin The Inner piston needs Lubricate.
- Page 18 The Stay up spring is The needle stops in random Replace. position and not in its upper broken. position like it should. The Cap pops off or The hexagon of the Remove the Cap and replace the Adjustment screw is Adjustment screw ...
- Page 19 Replace the Retainer screw spring The Needle bar retainer The Retainer screw spring assembly vibrates loose is too weak. Or stretch it. during tattooing. The pigment is thick. Ink is creeping up the needle Dilute the pigment. Thicker pigments tend to bar.
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Page 20: Specifications
Specifications 0 - 13 volt DC (max. 13 volt DC) Input voltage Power connections RCA or clip cord (max. clip cord end diam Ø1,6 mm) Rpm range 0 - 8 000 rpm / min 0 - 130 / sec Stitches / sec 2.6-4mm depending on cam used. - Page 21 Part names Note: Parts without numbers are not included in the purchase.
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Page 23: Declaration Of Conformity
350 08 Växjö Sweden Equipment Tattoo machine Stingray X2 Year of manufacturer 2014 We InkMachines Sweden AB hereby declare that the Stingray tattoo machine specified above conforms with the following directives: Machine Directive 2006/42/EC Växjö 2010-05-07 …………………………………… Christian Johansson CEO...
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