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- Page 1 ENGLISH USER AND INSTALLATION MANUAL ® FLAMEBLAZER STANDALONE FLAME FX PART01875 rev 01-08...
- Page 2 LIABILITY MAGIC FX accepts no liability for claims from third parties arising from unauthorised use, use other than that stated in this manual, and use other than in accordance with the General Conditions registered at the Chamber of Commerce.
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENT Introduction Target group Language Abbreviations Revision table Description 1.1. Main parts 1.2. Flameblazer fuel 1.3. Technical data 1.4. Product identification 1.5. Accessories 1.6. ARM Control 1.7. DMX control 1.8. Display panel 1.9. RDM capability Safety 2.1. General safety rules 2.2. -
Page 4: Introduction
INTRODUCTION Congratulations! You have bought a great new product from MAGIC FX. This manual contains all information required for the intended use of the equipment. Deviation from the described intended use can result in a hazardous situation and/or property damage. -
Page 5: Abbreviations
ABBREVIATIONS Abbreviation Description Special effects Digital Multiplex Remote Device Management ARM SYSTEM MAGICFX ® SFX SAFETY ARM SYSTEM ARM CONTROLLER MAGICFX ® SFX SAFETY ARM CONTROLLER ® E-STOP MAGICFX SFX SAFETY E-STOP ® TERMINATOR MAGICFX SFX SAFETY TERMINATOR FLAMEBLAZER ® MAGICFX ®... -
Page 6: Description
DESCRIPTION SA is a special effects machine for controlled emission of flame The FLAMEBLAZER ® jets into the air in a fixed direction. The machine uses specific flammable fuels that are projected from a single outlet across spark ignition probes to produce the flame jet. An integrated electric pump draws the fuel from the 5 L can and generates the firing pressure. -
Page 7: Flameblazer Fuel
® 1.2. FLAMEBLAZER FUEL SA uses two types of fuel to create the effect. The fuel is loaded into The FLAMEBLAZER ® an ADR Can 5 L located in the machine. Fuels are highly flammable and must be handled with CAUTION caution and in accordance with local health and safety regulations. -
Page 8: Product Identification
Safety controlling ARM Connector Neutrik ® etherCON RJ45 (in&out) Configuring Configure Options On Device Usage Consumable(s) Isopropanol ISOPAR G, H & L S nozzle: ≈ 1.4 L/min Consumable Consumption M nozzle: ≈ 1.6 L/min L nozzle: ≈ 3.5 L/min Technical data 1.4. -
Page 9: Arm Control
MFX3086 ® MAGICFX Flame Fluid Isopar 5L Accessories Please contact MAGIC FX for additional possibilities. For information about the accessories of the ARM CONTROLLER (MFX3220), refer to the ARM CONTROLLER User and Installation Manual (PART01882). 1.6. ARM CONTROL The FLAMEBLAZER ®... -
Page 10: Display Panel
The enable address cannot be the same as the operational address. Operating of these addresses results in the following: DMX Address DMX Value (decimal) Result Enable address Device disabled Reset alarm codes Device pre-enabled (firing disabled) Device enabled Device disabled Start address (effect No output trigger) - Page 11 DMX Start Address (1 - 512) Lock/Unlock Controller (press and hold for 5 seconds) DMX Enable Address (1 - 512) Idle Display Reset Errors DMX Footprint (Fixed) DMX/RDM Settings DMX over ARM (ON/OFF) RDM (ON/OFF) Pyro Input Control (ON/OFF) Display Dimmer (ON/OFF) Configuration Main Menu Factory Defaults (YES/NO)
- Page 12 Menu function Explanation Lock/Unlock Holding the Lock button for more than 5 seconds will “lock” the Controller display functions. Meaning buttons will not respond. This to avoid accidental change of parameters via display. To unlock, hold the Unlock button for more than 5 seconds. In case system is armed display is locked.
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Page 13: Rdm Capability
DMX_PERSONALITY_DESCRIPTION SENSOR_DEFINITION SENSOR_VALUE DMX_START_ADDRESS IDENTIFY_DEVICE DEVICE_LABEL FACTORY_DEFAULTS DMX_PERSONALITY RESET_DEVICE RDM parameters RDM parameters are subject of change due to software updates. Contact MAGIC FX for the latest information and updates. ® ® MAGICFX FLAMEBLAZER STANDALONE - User and Installation Manual... -
Page 14: Safety
SAFETY The FLAMEBLAZER ® SA 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 FLAMEBLAZER ®... -
Page 15: Safety Symbols
2.4. SAFETY SYMBOLS Symbol Meaning Position Read the manual carefully before Front of the machine. use! Warning: Hot Surface! Do not Top of the machine, near the flame outlet. touch. Warning: Flammable Fluid. Inside Front of the machine. the ADR 5L can, the internal machine pipework and projected from the flame outlet. - Page 16 Make sure there are no substances or gasses present WARNING that can be ignited by the emitted flame and fuel from the FLAMEBLAZER ® Using a damaged or an improper installed machine WARNING can lead to death, serious injury or property damage. Always inspect the machine thoroughly before operation.
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Page 17: Installation And Use
Missing or obscured safety symbols on the machine WARNING can lead to death or serious injury. Make sure all safety symbols are correctly in place, see section 2.4. The flame output burn chamber and enclosure heats CAUTION up during operation and can cause burns when touched. -
Page 18: Install The Machine
3.1. INSTALL THE MACHINE SA on a firm and preferably level surface. Install the FLAMEBLAZER ® Inspect the machine and remove any foreign objects and material that will block or obscure the nozzle or ignition probes of the machine during operation. Take the necessary safety precautions, including: Creating a safety zone with a distance of 3 m around the effect of the ®... - Page 19 To remove the nozzle from the burn chamber place the FLAMEBLAZER ® Nozzle exchange tool over the hex head of the nozzle being careful not to touch or miss-align the ignition probes. The machine should be on level ground and the burn NOTICE chamber clean of foreign objects and materials.
- Page 20 Ensure the washer seal remains with the nozzle when it NOTICE is removed and does not stay in the burn chamber potentially obstructing the new nozzle from sealing properly. Replace the nozzle that is not needed for the new nozzle and locate it in the socket of the FLAMEBLAZER ®...
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Page 21: Re)Fill The Fuel
The nozzle quickly goes from loose to tight as the seal NOTICE meets the bulkhead and does not need to be tightened with excessive force. 12 Nm is sufficient for a good seal. 3.3. (RE)FILL THE FUEL Always make sure that the machine is disarmed and WARNING not enabled (FX LED indicator on the machine is dimmed) when you approach a machine. - Page 22 Fuels are highly flammable and must be handled with CAUTION caution and in accordance with local health and safety regulations. Always follow the safety instructions from the fuel packaging when handling and working with the fuels. To remove the can from the housing pull back the sleeve of the quick release coupling to disconnect the fuel hose and remove the can from the enclosure.
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Page 23: Mount On A Truss
Push the fuel hose into the quick release coupling on the machine, checking it has engaged properly. Close the enclosure access lid. 3.4. MOUNT ON A TRUSS Use a MAGICFX ® BASEPLATE II for mounting on top of an NOTICE upright truss, see the User and Installation manual of the MAGICFX ®... -
Page 24: Connect The Machine
Mount the half coupler on a truss and secure with a certified safety cable. ® Secure the FLAMEBLAZER SA onto the truss. SA is mounted firmly and secured correctly. ® Inspect if the FLAMEBLAZER Inspect the machine and remove any foreign objects and material that will block or obscure the nozzle or ignition probes of the machine during operation. - Page 25 Connect the PowerCon TRUE1 power cable to the power input of the ® FLAMEBLAZER SA. Connect the other end to a 100-250 Vac (50-60 Hz) power source. Connect the correct cables between the ARM CONTROLLER, the FLAMEBLAZER ® SA, the control equipment, and other ARM SYSTEM components and machines (if applicable).
- Page 26 The FLAMEBLAZER ® SA is controlled with DMX. The DMX signal and the ARM signal are combined. BEACON FLAMEBLAZER DMX + ARM ARM CONTROLLER DMX INJECTOR connect another machine POWER or insert terminator DMX CONTROLLER If controlled with DMX: Use the display and buttons or a RDM controller to assign DMX addresses, see Chapter 1.7.
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Page 27: Fire With Dmx
3.6. FIRE WITH DMX Wind can influence the effect and cause flames and CAUTION fuel to divert off vertical. Power the machine. Make sure that the prescribed safety zone is clear and there is a suitable clearance above the unit for the chosen nozzle. Set the safety key on the ARM CONTROLLER in the ON position. -
Page 28: Use The Emergency Stop
Keep the device within previously bounds. described safe bounds. Troubleshooting Always contact MAGIC FX if any malfunctions or errors occur that cannot be solved with the instructions as described in this manual. MAINTENANCE To achieve the maximum service life of the FLAMEBLAZER ®... - Page 29 4 mm (+/-2 mm) and opposite probes must have a gap from tip to tip of 16 mm (+2 mm). If they do not have these gaps or are miss-aligned in anyway contact MAGIC FX. ® ®...
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Page 30: Correct Disposal
SA is not functioning correctly. Firmware updates can add additional features and fix bugs so regulalry check on the website or with your MAGIC FX account manager to ensure you have the latest version. Do not replace parts yourself; always consult MAGIC FX DANGER if necessary. -
Page 31: Ec Declaration Of Conformity
EC DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY According to Annex II A Machinery Directive 2006/42/EC MAGIC FX B.V. declares as manufacturer and composer of the technical construction file that the product with the following specifications: Name machine : FLAMEBLAZER ® STANDALONE Type : MFX1401 ... - Page 32 WWW.MAGICFX.EU...
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