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USER MANUAL

Cartridge Machine

2018

Summary of Contents for SPEKTRA XION

Page 1: ...USER MANUAL Cartridge Machine 2018...

Page 2: ...he GiveKnob Adjust the Give Replacing the GiveKnob The MotorBolt System Changing the Stroke Wheel Detaching the MotorBolt RCA Connection Connecting your Machine Adjusting Needle Depth Additional Infor...

Page 3: ...e recoil Convenient interchangeable stroke suits different styles of tattooing Ergonomic grip design for tattooing MACHINE OVERVIEW THE SPEKTRA XION Changing Tattooing Forever T he first pen style mac...

Page 4: ...ontrol of the machine never possible before the Spektra Xion offers an ergonomic grip design The standard Grip tapers from 32mm to 25mm Other grip options may be available The Grip is crafted from a s...

Page 5: ...ructed from a solid rod of 6061 T6 aircraft grade aluminum this module should be sanitized by wiping it with cold sterilization solutions only Caution Do not introduce any types of liquid inside the s...

Page 6: ...veKnob T his dial located at the tip of the body adjusts your needle strike from hard to soft Note that this mechanism only spins about one turn 270 or about 11 clicks generating give travel of the dr...

Page 7: ...g the GiveKnob Dial This will ensure that you are clicked into a setting and never in between clicks You should always notice a slight radial play once a setting has been selected Always ensure that y...

Page 8: ...eKnob REPLACING THE GIVEKNOB place it in position ensuring the hex orifice matches the Hex Drive Pin Apply slight pressure until it clicks into place Rotate in both directions to ensure proper functio...

Page 9: ...dule houses the motor cam and RCA connection Once removed artists can replace stroke displacement by interchanging the provided StrokeWheels Spektra Xion MotorBolt System THE MOTORBOLT SYSTEM StrokeWh...

Page 10: ...to remove the StrokeWheel 2 Locate the spare StrokeWheel located in the box and ensure that the screw is loosened enough to allow the shaft to slide into the StrokeWheel Ensure that the StrokeWheel to...

Page 11: ...e until you feel your StrokeWheel has engaged with the internal element If needed rotate the motor slightly until the stroke finds its course When this happens note that the motor is almost all the wa...

Page 12: ...CONNECTION T his connecting terminal is compatible with most RCA cables on the market For consistent connection and machine longevity use of premium RCA cables is recommended RCA Connector Gold Plated...

Page 13: ...rBolt housing Notice that most tattoo power supplies will take 1 4 mono jacks However if your Plug the RCA cord into the Xion RCA connector Best connection Improper connection 1 unit uses 1 8 or 3 5mm...

Page 14: ...known as needle hang Each time you turn the grip you can feel the tactile feedback of the ratcheting mechanism Each click displaces your needle 0 2mm and allows you to set your needle precisely withou...

Page 15: ...ate lubrication The grip of the machine is autoclavable Use only steam autoclaves at temperatures no higher than 270 Fahrenheit or 132 222 Celsius Add a hint of ointment or PTFE grease around internal...

Page 16: ...dip only the tip of the cartridge to avoid back flow of fluids Inspect your needles prior to use Use only quality cables A good connection will ensure consistent performance Avoid scratching the surfa...

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