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Summary of Contents for Daedalus Magpie V2
- Page 1 Daedalus Spinning Wheels Magpie V2...
- Page 2 Standard Flyer, Art Flyer, Motor Mount, Pinions, Face, Maiden Cup, Rear, Rear Bearing Right Side with Tension Knobs Left Side with Tension Anchors Standard Orifice Hook 3mm Allen Wrench Art Orifice Hook Drive Belts, Speed Controller, Extension Cable, Foot Pedal Attachment Standard Guide Wires face in toward the bobbin •...
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Page 3: Getting Started
Welcome to the Flock! Thank you for purchasing the most powerful and flexible Daedalus electric spinning wheel to date! It was designed to be quiet, long-lived, and to require little to no maintenance during its lifetime. Should you need any assistance with your wheel, please do not hesitate to contact us at support@daedalusspinningwheels.com... - Page 4 will need to make sure the motors and the pinion pulleys are properly aligned directly underneath the appropriate whorl before spinning. To do so, check the pinion pulleys (the grooves that hold your drive band) on the front of the motors. They should be located directly below the belt groove on the flyer above.
- Page 5 5. Measure from the start of 2-inch loop and cut the tension belt so the overall length is 24 inches (600mm) and cut with sharp scissors. 6. Apply a small amount of super glue (or Beeswax) to this cut end to prevent fraying.
- Page 6 Creating aN Art Tension Belt In your spares kit bag, you will find all the materials you need to create a tension belt. The Tension Belt is made of Kevlar, so please make sure you have a pair of sharp scissors to cut it to length. Tension Belt Materials •...
- Page 8 Scotch Tension Basics When using your Magpie in Scotch tension, the motor will be facing forward, and the pinion pulleys will have just enough space between it and the front frame to slip the rubber drive belt in front of it. Viewing from the side will verify that the drive belt is parallel to the adjacent front frame.
- Page 9 Increase Tension belt has no slack but the spring is still collapsed. This way, there is a usable range at the knob/ stalk where takeup can still be increased or decreased, as needed, while your Magpie is in use. After traveling, another small adjustment may need to be made at the cinch.
- Page 10 Setting Up for Irish Tension Irish tension provides more takeup, or pulling in of the yarn, than Scotch tension. Changing to Irish tension is as easy as removing the flyer, tension belt, and motor drive belt. First, detach the motor and its mount by pushing down on one edge with both thumbs.
- Page 11 rear frame. Additionally, when using the large whorl, swing the flyer by hand and observe that there is a small bit of clearance (just a few mm) between the flyer arm tips and the drive belt as the flyer rotates. In Irish tension, your drive band goes on the bobbin and its built-in whorls, which allows you to have two different...
- Page 12 Start it up! Before you get started, always make sure the direction switch on the Speed Controller is in the middle (neutral) position, or else the wheel will attempt to start when you’re not ready. Please read the directions for using the Speed Controller for more in-depth information.
- Page 13 Fine-tune your speed as you get comfortable. You will need to slightly adjust the tension as you change your speed and as the bobbin fills with yarn. Please review our Daedalus Speed Controller Manual for more in- depth information.
- Page 14 Changing the Bobbin When it’s time to change your bobbin, slip off the drive belt and lay it over the frame. Then remove the tension belt. The way the tension belt is removed varies a bit depending on which flyer you are using and which tension method you are using (Scotch or Irish).
- Page 15 Scotch Slip off the tension and drive belts, then lift out the flyer and bobbin assembly. Remove the rear axle bearing. Keep track of it by placing it back onto the rear magnets. With the new bobbin on the flyer shaft, replace the rear bearing onto the end of the axle and place the assembly back onto the chassis, making sure...
- Page 16 Speed Control Module The Speed Controller can be used to the side of the Magpie or even used as a foot pedal. (We have included a small plastic pedal extension for this purpose.) To remove the Module/Speed Controller, gently push it out from the back of the Magpie’s face. Keep an eye on the cord that attaches the motor to the back of the Speed Controller.
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- Page 20 Standard Flyer The Standard Flyer can be set up in Scotch or Irish tension. Please note that you cannot switch tension methods once you get started spinning or plying, as the bobbin winds on in different directions, so test your setup before beginning your project.
- Page 21 Max Low Speed: 1,400 RPM The RPM (rotation per minute) stats were recorded from a typical Magpie V2 after a short break-in period. Actual performance figures vary among wheels due to slight variations in components and build. Please use this as a general guideline.
- Page 22 art Flyer The Art Flyer can also be set up in Scotch or Irish tension. Again, your type of tension cannot be swapped mid-project since the bobbin winds on in different directions, so test your setup before you start your project. The Art Flyer comes with a 32mm orifice with a 20mm removable reducer.
- Page 23 Max Low Speed: 990 RPM The RPM (rotation per minute) stats were recorded from a typical Magpie V2 after a short break-in period. Actual performance figures vary among wheels due to slight variations in components and build. Please use this as a general guideline.
- Page 24 Spares Kit & Accessories Magpie Body Motor Extension Cable, Foot Pedal Attachment, Rubber Feet Square Nuts, Chassis Bolts, Rubber Grommets, 3mm Allen Wrench Standard Flyer Kit Kevlar Belt Tension, Standard Drive Belts, Rear Bearing Super Glue, Tension Springs, Cinches, Axle O-ring, Standard Orifice Hook...
- Page 25 Art Flyer Kit Kevlar Belt Tension, Art Drive Belts, Rear Bearing Super Glue, Tension Springs, Cinches, Axle O-ring, Art Orifice Hook Drive BAnd Comparison 1. Standard High/Scotch (19.75”) 2. Art High/Scotch (21.75”) 3. Standard Low (23.25”) 4. Art Low (26.25”)
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Page 26: Troubleshooting
Sometimes high speed in combination with uneven yarn packing densities can cause bobbin imbalance. Test with an empty bobbin to rule out this as a possible cause for the vibration. If this does not help, please contact Daedalus Support. - Page 27 Do not intentionally remove the Face Cup unless instructed to do so by Daedalus Support. The seal of the bobbin bearing is missing Check the base of the flyer shaft to see if the missing seal is there. If there, you can simply push the seal back into place.
- Page 28 Charan Sachar Guides are too loose Remove the guide and inspect the inside that goes around the flyer arm. Looseness can be caused by a hairline crack. Should this occur, place a small amount of gel super glue into the crack and hold the guide firmly while the glue cures (a rubber band is useful here to hold everything tight while curing).
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- Page 30 If you live in a high humidity area, you may notice some slight tarnishing on the maiden bearing. This can be cleaned with a jewelry polishing cloth. Noticed cracks developing on O-rings Please email Daedalus Support with information and photos of the wheel’s condition for repair.
- Page 31 15V can be harmful to your wheel and void your warranty. When using a battery, please ensure it is set to 15V. Daedalus Spinning Wheels LLC will not be held liable for any damages incurred to persons or property due to the use of non- approved third-party manufactured components on our products.
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