ShowTex User Manual ShowTrack
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1. ShowTrack Trouble Shooting What to do if the curtain stops moving smoothly Check for damage to the rail if found repair Check that all couplers are lined up without gaps if not line them up Check for damage to runners if found replace damaged runners If there is a switching point in your track check that the parts are lined up correctly ifnot adjust Check for debris on the track in the way of the runners if found remove carefully If your curtain slides out of the track check if the end stop is missing or loose Then tighten or replace For more technical assistance please contact your local ShowTex office at TA d EL TEE S S ME E ee rt 7 qee lt HAVE A GREAT SHOW ShowTex User Manual ShowTrack 17 AN DX WWwWw showftex com2. second overlap carrier Position the overlap carriers in the middle of the track and attach the rope to the second overlap carrier The system is now ready to use Hang the curtain on the runners and set the end position of the final runner by using an end stop Fix the other end of the curtain by attaching to the overlap carrier Repeat these steps with the second curtain to finish installation ShowTex User Manual ShowTrack 15 Care and Maintenance Periodic regularly scheduled maintenance inspections are necessary for any mechanical system A theatrical curtain track system is no different It has components that must be regularly inspected adjusted maintained and replaced In order to keep your system safe and in good working ordera regular inspection and maintenance program must be im plemented The best way to maintain your theatrical curtain track system is by regular use This will keep the grease properly distributed and allow the inspector to regularly check for unusual noise or drag in the system Above average use or location of curtain track in places of high humidity dust extreme temperature changes etc may reguire shorter intervals Disassembly must be carried out under the same conditions and following the same steps as assembly Remove all curtains or hung items before removing tracks from their permanent location Disconnect all parts before removing tracks Never remove in one piece 16 ShowTex User Manual
3. Showlex User Manual ShowTrack Content Introduction Safety instructions Component Parts Assembly 1 Choose installation bracket 2 Identify track formation 3 Determine amount of attachment points 4 Connect track lengths 5 Secure the track 6 Identify motion control system 7 Select the appropriate type of pulley depending on the track configuration 8 Insert runners 9 Install return pulley 10 Thread the rope 11 Install motion control system 12 Increase rope tension 13 Attach rope to second overlap carrier 14 Install the curtain Care and Maintenance Trouble shooting 02 ShowTex User Manual ShowTrack 03 04 05 11 16 17 Introduction I beam version of the UniTrack Works with the same runners and pulleys More durable and supports greater distances Beams come in 6 m lengths so fewer connections are needed The solid aluminium extrusion guarantees a silent glide It s suitable for the heaviest curtains and set pieces up to 350kg Combine with ChainTrack for multi directional curtain movement Ideal for DMX applications when combined with the ChainTrack motor An all round system with manual or electric control ShowTrack can be DMX controlled ShowTex User Manual ShowTrack 03 Safety instructions Read this user manual carefully In order to prevent potential damage to equipment and or injury to personnel these instructions must be understood and followed Units may only be used to move curt
4. ains The system must be installed and activated by qualified technicians with knowledge of its capabilities and limitations The operator must ensure the path of the track is free of obstacles while keeping the system within eye contact at all times This allows for immediate cessation of motion in case of unforeseen circumstances that may pose a threat to safety or proper functioning of the system Ensure the capacity of your suspension points corresponds to the weight of the track and items to be suspended from the tracks The amount of the suspension points depends on the weight of the curtain Allow for extra points in the curtain storage area to support the extra weight of the curtain when gathered together Curtain machines continue to operate as long as electricity flows If a problem occurs anything in the path will do damage to the moving curtain until the lead carrier reaches the limit switch or the machine is shut down Only combine with parts and accessories from the ShowTex curtain track range 04 ShowTex User Manual ShowTrack Component Parts The ShowTrack Curtain Tracksystem consists of the following parts ShowTrack Tracksystem Track Joiner Set Hook Clamp 80 kg EndStop Flat EndStop ShowTex User Manual ShowTrack 05 Component Parts Ball Raced Runner 2 Ball Raced Runner 4 Scenery Carrier 100 kg V Scenery Carrier 350 kg Overlap Arm Set Double Braided Rope Single Fixed Pulley Re
5. g piece 0 27 kg piece 0 14 kg piece 0 25 kg piece 0 28 kg piece 0 30 kg piece 0 80 kg piece 0 85 kg piece 2 32 kg piece 3 70 kg piece 0 98 kg piece 0 60 kg set 0 04 kg meter 0 54 kg piece 0 48 kg piece 1 81 kg piece 1 38 kg piece 5 50 kg piece 3 38 kg piece 1 24 kg piece 2 05 kg piece Information Length 600 cm Radius 100 cm 2 pieces 80 kg capacity 2 wheeled 25 kg capacity 4 wheeled 25 kg capacity Suitable for curved tracks 25 kg capacity With rope clamp 50 kg capacity 50 kg capacity 100 kg capacity 440 kg capacity 2 pieces Not for curves 8 mm For single track For single track For overlap track For overlap track 50 kg capacity 100 kg capacity For longer tracks ShowTex User Manual ShowTrack 09 Component Parts Curve Head Pulley 8075 0520 0007 1 73 kg piece Curve Return Pulley 8075 0523 0007 IE 1 20 kg piece Curve Cord Guide 8075 0500 0007 IE 0 46 kg piece Hook clamp 60 kg 870006770607 0 85 kg piece Offset Plate 807506900607 i 0 37 kg piece Line Pickup 807506940007 i 0 27 kg piece Overlap Clip 807506961207 IE 0 29 kg piece 10 showTex User Manual ShowTrack Installation In order for the system to operate correctly the following steps should be taken 1 Choose installation bracket Choose the appropriate installation bracket for track type mounting surface and weight 1 Hook Clamp 80kg capacity 2 Hook Clamp 60kg capacity 2 Identify track formatio
6. n Identify the track formation to be installed 1 Single track with overlap carrier set 2 Overlap track with overlap arms 3 Determine amount of attachment points Determine the amount of attachment points depending on the weight of the curtain Attention Allow for extra points in the curtain storage area to support the extra weight ofthe curtain when SWL Point Load Point Load Point Load Uniformly Uniformly Uniformly Loading at 1m at 2m at 3m distributed distributed distributed centres centres centres load at 1m load at 2m load at 3m centres centres centres gathered together ShowTrack X 535 kg 265 kg 170 kg 1070 kg 530 kg 340 kg Track Section ShowTrack 350kg X X X X X X scenery carrier ShowTex User Manual ShowTrack 11 Installation 4 Connect track lengths When necessary connect the track lengths together with designated couplers Attention Use the screws and an M10 hexagonal wrench to connect and align the tracks 5 Secure the track Secure the track to the installation surface Use the selected bracket type and tighten the clamps securely 6 Identify motion control system Indentify the motion control system to be used with the track 1 Weighted return pulley 2 Floor mounted return pulley 3 Motor For options I and 2 go to step 7 For track motors go to step 8 12 showTex User Manual ShowTrack Installation 7 Selectthe appropriate type of pulley depending on
7. the track configuration Select the appropriate type of pulley depending on the track configuration I Return Pulley for single track 2 Return Pulley for overlap track 3 Curve Return Pulley Attention Don t forget the overlap arms or the overlap carrier set first in the case of a single track installation Insert the appropriate number of runners for the chosen curtain onto the track Install the return pulley at the end of the track Attention If curtains will be moved without using an operating line place an end stop to keep them in place ShowTex User Manual ShowTrack 13 Installation 10 Thread the rope I Pull the end of the operating line through the guide wheel 2 Next pull the line through the runners 3 Finally pull the line over the return pulley 1 1 Install motion control option 1 and 2 Then pull the other end of the operating line through the weighted return pulley or floor mounted return pulley Please refer to the respective user manual for detailed information about track motor installation 1 2 increase rope tension Pull the other end of the operating line through the guide wheel and make sure the two ends of the operating line come back together at the point of the overlap carrier set Increase the rope tension to the appropriate level and secure the system on the first overlap carrier set 14 showTex User Manual ShowTrack Installation 13 Attach rope to
8. turn Pulley 06 ShowTex User Manual ShowTrack Component Parts for overlap track Double Fixed Pulley Return Pulley Weighted Return Pulley Floor Fixed Return Pulley Curve Master Carrier Curve Master Carrier Curve Head Pulley Curve Return Pulley Curve Cord Guide For curved tracks Hook clamp 60 kg Offset Plate Line Pickup ShowTex User Manual ShowTrack 07 Component Parts Overlap Clip 08 showTex User Manual ShowTrack Name Track Curved Track 90 Joiner Set Hook Clamp 80 kg EndStop Flat EndStop Ball Raced Runner 2 Ball Raced Runner 4 Ball Raced Rear Fold Runner Ball Raced Master Carrier Scenery Carrier 50 kg Scenery Carrier 100 kg Scenery Carrier 350 kg Scenery Hanger Overlap Arm Set Double Braided Rope Single Fixed Pulley Return Pulley Double Fixed Pulley Return Pulley Weighted Return Pulley Floor Fixed Return Pulley Curve Master Carrier Curve Master Carrier Component Parts Art nr 8075 0001 6007 8075 0007 1007 8075 0042 1807 8700 0677 0807 8075 0050 0007 8075 0053 0007 8070 0205 0507 8070 0209 0507 8070 0212 0257 8070 0227 0507 8070 0230 0507 8070 0230 1007 8075 0230 4407 8070 0235 0507 8070 0241 0007 7530 0308 0007 8075 0400 0017 8075 0410 0017 8075 0400 0027 8075 0410 0027 8075 0415 0057 8050 0420 0007 8070 0510 0507 8070 0510 1007 color Weight 3 24 kg meter 5 09 kg piece 0 74 kg set 0 50 k
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