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MARGO SUPPLIES MARGO ELECTRA MARGO ELECTRA # 1 1 0 0 & # 1 2 0 0 - S C A R E C A N N O N M A N U A L M A R G O S U P P L I E S . C O M...
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DISCLAIMER THIS PRODUCT WAS DESIGNED AND INTENDED FOR THE SOLE PURPOSE OF WILDLIFE CONTROL AND MANAGEMENT. THE PROPER AND SAFE USE OF THIS PRODUCT IS THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER AND/OR OPERATOR. THE SELLER ASSUMES NO RESPONSIBILITY OR LIABILITY FOR THE IMPROPER AND/OR ILLEGAL USE, RESALE, ANY PHYSICAL INJURY AND/OR PROPERTY DAMAGE RESULTING FROM DELIBERATE OR ACCIDENTAL DISCHARGE OF THE PRODUCT, OR MODIFICATIONS MADE TO THE PRODUCT, SELF-SUPPLIED MATERIALS USED ALONG WITH THE PRODUCT, CARELESS OPERATION OR MAINTENANCE NEGLECT OF THIS PRODUCT.
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CANNON FEATURES 120dB cannon blasts scare birds and keep them away. One 20lbs propane cylinder will provide over 15,000 detonations. and multi-shot bursts. Microprocessor controlled timing with a backup real time clock. Improved battery life, uses 2mA of power in standby for regular cannons and 12mA for radio versions.
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CANNON UPGRADES Electra Rotating Tripod (#1101) provides 360° coverage and elevates the cannon’s blast. Using the tripod will increase the cannon’s coverage to 30 acres. Tripod Mounted Solar Kit (#1102) and Solar Case Kit (#1103) provide continuous power and protects your battery from the elements.
TIPS & TRICKS when using several deterrents together. Combine scare Deploy cannons before your crops are damaged, not after. It’s easier to keep birds out of the control area than to chase them out once they’ve been rewarded. Birds are most active at dawn and dusk. To reduce overall sound output and prevent habituation, restrict cannon use when birds are not active.
Never walk in front of or look into the barrel. Replace the gas hose every 2 years. Contact Margo Supplies to order replacement. Do not place objects on top of the cannon. Do not operate cannon in an enclosed space.
INSTALLATION Attach Red Metal Lid (#ZE-M) to Cannon Keep the battery raised above ground level Body with the Handle (#91616). and sheltered from the elements. Insert the Plastic End Caps (#91656) onto the The cannon is now ready for programming, end of the Metal Legs (#91636).
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INSTALLATION F OR W I R E L ES S M OD E L S : then press the Red Hose Fracture Button on Operating frequency band 902 to 928 MHz. the Pressure Regulator (#9023). Ideal RF line-of-sight range up to THE HOSE FRACTURE BUTTON MUST BE 15.5km/9mi.
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INSTALLATION F O R WIR ELES S M ODEL S: Connect the antenna and the antenna cable as shown below. Medium thread locker is recommended. Ensure smooth operation of the lid without pinching the coaxial antenna wire inside. The green “RSSI” LED indicates signal strength. “R S SI”...
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PROGRAMMING FIRMWARE 1.0 Lorem ipsum Rotate the ”Control Knob” to navigate the menu. The menu will reset to the homepage after 45 seconds without use. Settings are saved and stored in an internal memory. If equipped with radio control, the screen will CONTROL KNOB The home screen will display a countdown...
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BETWEEN THE SHOT SERIES 5 | 15 | 60 E.G. - “RANDOM 15” MEANS THE CANNON WILL FIRE RANDOMLY DURING 1 TO 15 MINUTE INTERVALS. For custom firing cycles, inquire with Margo Supplies. Factory timing is set to 15 minute intervals.
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PROGRAMMING The real time clock keeps track of time when Quiet between 10AM and 4PM (mid-day silence). the cannon is not connected to power. It is a 24hr clock that must be set manually. The internal battery keeps time for up to 100 days without power.
Ensure all nuts, bolts, and screws are tight. Inspect the gas hose for defects and leaks. Replace old or cracked hose with new hose. Only use specialty hose from Margo Supplies. Check gas regulator for damage or leaks. Repair or replace parts before use.
PARTS LIST MAIN BODY/ CONTROL UNIT FRAME 12108 Main Body 91107 Barrel 7501 Control Unit Enclosure 91136S Rear Cover 9901 Cord Grip 91146 Iris Cover 9093 Electra Control Unit ZE-M Metal Lid 7500 Printed Circuit Board 91616 Handle 12708 Battery Cable 91636 Base Frame (Left) 6555N...
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PARTS LIST IGNITION GAS VALVE 12608 Ignition Module 12409 Double Solenoid Valve (Complete) 12618 Electrode 12408A2 Double Solenoid Valve (Body) 12718 10cm Blue Wire (Ignition) 12408B Coil 12728 10cm Red Wire (Ignition) 12408C Nut (Solenoid Valve) 12738 30cm Blue Wire (Ignition) 12408D Injector Nozzle M610PH...
TROUBLESHOOTING FAILURE CAUSE SOLUTION Gas tank valve is not open. Open the gas valve. Gas tank is empty or does not have Fill or replace gas tank. enough pressure. Hose Fracture Protector Push the Hose Fracture Protector Button (red) one or more times. Button hasn’t been pushed.
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TROUBLESHOOTING FAILURE CAUSE SOLUTION Cannon is Battery cable is not Ensure the battery terminals are connected. The black battery clip connected connected properly. is negative and the red battery clip is positive. yet fails to operate. Low battery. Recharge or connect a new battery. Cannon Wind is too strong;...
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