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1. iit oe MANUAL MAGICFX POWER DROP PRODUCT CODE MFX1501 VERSION 1 0 DATE 23 04 2014 User documentation MAGICFX Power Drop 1 FOREWORD Congratulations You have bought a great new product from MAGICFX The MAGIC FX Power Drop is a robust and simple device designed for safely dropping backdrops cloths from a truss system It is simple operated by powering the device to drop the backdrop The Power Drop is capable of dropping up to 20 Kg when loaded perpendiculair to The Power Drop is also equipped with a blue indication LED to test the Power Drop 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 MAGIC FX manages the entire production process in house from the design stages and prototyping to production In short we cover everything from concept to ready to use products Moreover MAGIC FX is Europe s largest supplier of high quality and fireproof confetti products and streamers Thanks to our very large stock levels we can deliver quickly and at low prices MAGICFX is used by special effects professionals all over the world and our products are distributed through a dealer n2. the Power Drop after reading the user 1 8 8 7 621 609594 warning is given for this by means of the command sign of PIC 616 This sign should be attached to the type sign See also the photo Page 4 User documentation MAGICFX Power Drop Sign and explanation PIC 307 Danger high voltage A warning must be given about the machine s high voltage by using the caution sign PIC 307 This sign must be attached to the Power Drop See also the added photo Page 5 8 MAG ECFX fpr MODEL MFX1501 SERIAL NO 00000 AC220 240V 50 60Hz 50W MADE IN THE NETHERLANDS 718 627 66554 4 PARTS LED indicator Drop hook Safety eye Power in amp out Reset pin Truss clamp 2 3 4 5 1 User documentation MAGICFX Power Drop 5 ACCESSORIES 1502 CURTAIN CLAMP 102 SAFETY CABLE MFX1504 SET PRO Table 5 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 31 0 411 63 50 12 W http www magicfx eu info magicfx eu 6 PREPARATIONS Unpack the Power Drop Dispose of the packaging material without harming the environment Inspect the machine for any damage If damage is noticed this must be reported to MAGIC FX Page 7 Version 1 0 7 INSTALLATION CAUTION The machine can be damaged if you do not follow the procedures carefully DANGER WARNING T
3. to Annex II 1 A of the Machinery Directive Concerning the Machinery Directive We MAGIC FX B V Schouwrooij 27 5281 RE Boxtel The Netherlands State under personal responsibility We are the manufacturer of the product MFX1501 MAGICFX Power Drop to which this statement relates and which is in accordance with the provisions of the following Directive s Machinery Directive 2006 42 EC Low Voltage Directive 2006 95 EC Directive 2004 108 EG The following harmonising standards have been applied NEN EN ISO 12100 NEN EN IEC 60204 1 Place Boxtel Date 15 10 2012 Name MAGIC FX Director B Veroude Page 14 User documentation MAGICFX Power Drop 12 TROUBLESHOOTING Power Drop does not drop the load when it is given power Check if the LED lights up when the Power Drop is given power If so then check if the load is lighter than 20kg If so supply the Power Drop with power for a longer period Power Drop is still malfunctioning after troubleshooting Always contact your dealer or the technical service of MAGIC FX first in case of uncertainties questions about the Power Drop works or other issues with regard to the Power Drop 13 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS Width 76mm 3 0 Height 74mm 2 9 Weight 0 9Kg 2 0lbs Max load 20 0Kg 44 1Ibs Input AC 230V 50 60Hz Output AC 230V 50 60Hz Usage 100W Measurements and weight Design and product specificat
4. NTRODUC TION 452 445225234552 124253 42222464422485584 245558 A 3 2 1 DESCRIPTION AND APPLICATION OF THE POWER DROP 3 2 2 NECESSARY 3 3 SAFE Y 4 3 1 INTRODUCTION csiis REE 4 3 2 GENERAL SAFETY RULES aa aaa RE 4 3 3 WARNING S sinies enaa a a a ae a Eaa a ASS 4 4 PARTS ccce a 6 5 Sismi aa veer 7 6 PREPARATIONS cero 7 7 5 5656 5 8 8 USAGE 11 9 VV LCRO S SEE E E 12 10 MARKING 13 11 DECLARATION OF 14 12 TROUBLESHOOTING 15 13 TECHNICAL 5 15 14 ce eee seat eevee rece eee tenets 15 15 a ene 15 2 User documentation MAGICFX P
5. cted For using the Power Drop take the following steps A When the Power Drop receives an electric current it will let go of the cloth Push the switch to turn on the electricity and to let the cloth drop Make sure that you turn electricity long enough at least 1 sec H FIRE SWITCH FIRE The Power Drop can be operated by means of DMX To this end use a DMX FX Switchpack Make sure that you always have the Power Drop within your sight Page 11 Version 1 0 9 SWITCHING OFF To switch off the Power Drop take the following steps Disconnect the powerCON cables from the Power Drop Then loosen the truss clamp to take the Power Drop from the truss Then put the Power Drops neatly in their flight case to prevent them from being damaged during transportation Page 12 User documentation MAGICFX Power Drop 10 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 Drop in accordance with the regulations and instructions in this manual Consult MAGIC FX in case of doubt Disclaimers MAGIC FX B V excludes liabi
6. etwork which covers more than 90 countries Congratulations and enjoy your purchase This manual describes the MAGICFX Power Drop The information in this manual is important for the proper and safe functioning of the Power Drop If you are not familiar with the installation operation preventative maintenance etc of the Power Drop then please read this user manual carefully from beginning to end MAGIC FX also insists that all new users operators installers maintenance workers and cleaners receive a training course in which this user manual can serve as a starting point MAGIC FX advises that the original of this user manual including appendices is kept at a safe and central place It is best that another original or copy is kept close to the Power Drop at the workplace If you are familiar with these matters then you can use this manual as a work of reference The following standard markings are used in this manual for drawing attention to certain subjects or actions TIP Gives you suggestions and advice regarding easier or more convenient ways to carry out certain tasks PLEASE NOTE A comment with additional information alerts you to certain problems CAUTION The machine can be damaged if you do not follow the procedures carefully DANGER WARNING You can get seriously hurt if you do not carefully carry out the procedures Page 1 Version 1 0 CONTENTS 1 FOREWORD R 1 2 I
7. he MAGICFX Power Drop may only be installed by adults and authorised persons Prepare the Power Drop for use as follows Attach the Power Drop in a firm truss construction Mount the Power Drop vertically under the truss construction POWER DROP Take the width of your cloth or object that has to be dropped and determine where the first and last Power Drop have to be suspended Pace the other Power Drops between the first and last Power Drop with a spacing measurement of about one metre This prevents sagging and provides enough stability Then connect the first Power Drop with a schuko plug to the powerCON cable Page 8 User documentation MAGICFX Power Drop For connecting the next Power Drop use a powerCON out cable to powerCON in cable A Never connect more than 25 Power Drops consecutively to a standard 16A free group Connect the Power Drops to a 230v electricity source to check if all Power Drops have been connected properly When everything is connected properly POWER DROP the blue LED indicators will light up on the Power Drops Disconnect the Power Drops again from the electricity source and now connect a switching device between this electricity source A Make sure that this switching device is suitable for switching the electricity Now hang up the cloth backdrop wan do this by sliding the rings in the cloth over the drop pins and then locking the pins by pu
8. instructions are therefore necessary for everyone who is authorised to work with the Power Drop The Power Drop must be placed and used in surroundings that preferably 3 2 3 3 Have a reasonably stable temperature of between 0 and 30 C Have a relative humidity degree of no more than 75 Are reasonably free of dust corrosive gases and high concentrations of organic vapours Are not situated in the vicinity of a source of vibration GENERAL SAFETY RULES Ensure that children unauthorised persons and animals cannot obtain access to the Power Drop Safety devices may not be removed or disabled All required safety devices must be in good condition and function properly Ensure sufficient lighting of the surroundings Keep the workplace clean Only authorised persons may carry out work with the Power Drop WARNINGS Warning texts have been attached to the Power Drop 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 Sign and explanation SERIAL 00000 AC220 240V 50 60Hz 50W MADE IN THE NETHERLANDS PIC 616 Follow the instructions MODEL 1501 manual The operator must be told that he she may only operate
9. ions can be changed without prior notification 14 MAINTENANCE To achieve the maximum service life of the Power Drop you must regularly clean the Power Drop and test if it is working correctly Should the Power Drop not work for some reason then please contact MAGIC FX DANGER WARNING Do not replace parts yourself always consult MAGIC FX if necessary 15 GUARANTEE A manufacturer s guarantee of 3 years applies to the MAGIC FX Power Drop guarantee expires if the Power Drop is used for improper purposes and for applications which are not stated in this manual guarantee also expires if the machine is used incorrectly or in violation of the regulations guarantee expires if the machine is altered without permission from the supplier Page 15
10. lity for unsafe situations accidents and damage that are the result of Disregard for the warnings or regulations as set out on the Power Drop or in this documentation Use for other purposes or under other circumstances than those set out in this documentation Alterations to the Power Drop This also includes the use of replacement parts other than the Original ones Insufficient maintenance Unauthorised removal of safety caps and or safeguards Incompetent operation of the machine MAGIC FX B V is not liable for any consequential loss in the event of a Power Drop breakdown Copyright 2012 All rights are reserved Nothing from this manual may be duplicated or kept in an automated data file or made public or in any form or manner whether electronically mechanically by photocopying by incorporation or in any other manner duplicated without the permission of MAGIC FX B V MAGIC FX at all times retains the right to make alterations without the direct knowledge of the client The contents of this user manual can also be changed Please contact the technical department of your supplier for extra information with regard to for example maintenance and repair This user manual has been drawn up with the utmost care MAGIC FX cannot be held responsible for any mistakes made in this publication or for any consequences thereof Page 13 Version 1 0 11 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY according
11. ower Drop 2 INTRODUCTION 2 1 DESCRIPTION AND APPLICATION OF THE POWER DROP The Power Drop is a machine which has been specially developed for the controlled dropping of backdrops cloths from a truss system Through the working of the mechanism the Power Drop can also be used to let go of certain objects such as balloons or rolled up banners The Power Drop runs on 230V 50 60Hz and is controlled by means of a standard 230V impulse As the Power Drop can be set in various ways it is important to read this user manual carefully from beginning to end before you start operating it The 2 Dominator has been designed and constructed in such a manner that it can be used safely This applies to the application the circumstances and the regulations as described in this documentation Reading this documentation and the following instructions are therefore necessary for everyone who is authorised to work with the CO2 Dominator Any use other than that described above excludes your supplier from any liability 2 2 NECESSARY ACCESSORIES The following parts belong to the Power Drop Manual MFX0308 Power cable 9 Power link cable Page 3 3 3 1 Version 1 0 SAFETY INTRODUCTION The Power Drop 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
12. shing them upwards Once you have hung up the cloth your Power Drop system is ready for use Page 9 Version 1 0 If you want to use a cloth banner or flag which is not provided with rings then use the special curtain clamps Just attach the curtain clamp to the cloth by clamping the cloth in between and by sliding the opening of the curtain clamp over the drop pins of the Power Drop Then push the opening of the curtain clamp over the drop pin of the Power Drop and click this to a closed position as POWER DROP described in step 7 If you want to prematurely release the cloth or rehang it then use the unlocking pin at the reverse side of the Power Drop By pushing this pin upwards the drop mechanism will unlock and let go of the cloth Always use an approved safety cable when attaching a Power Drop so as to secure the Power Drop to the truss or scaff pipe There is an eye on the side of the Power Drop to which the safety cable can be attached Page 10 User documentation MAGICFX Power Drop 8 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 Drop may only be installed by adults and authorised persons The Power Drop may only be operated if all parts are completely and correctly installed conne
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