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MAGICFX

®

 SNOWBOX 

 

User and Installation Manual

  9

SNOW SAFELY!

The MAGICFX

®

 SNOWCASE 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 MAGICFX

®

 SNOWBOX.

The MAGICFX

®

 SNOWBOX must be used in surroundings that:

• 

Have a stable temperature of between 0 and 50 °C.

•  Have a relative humidity degree between 20 % and 90 % (non condensing).
•  Are free of dust, corrosive gases and high concentrations of organic vapours.
•  Are not situated in the vicinity of a source of vibration.

2.1 

GENERAL SAFETY RULES

•  Only authorised persons may carry out work with the MAGICFX

®

 SNOWCASE.

•  Do not use the MAGICFX

®

 SNOWCASE if there are people or animals in the 

direct output.

•  Make sure there are no objects in the direct output that can be damaged by 

the MAGICFX

®

 SNOWCASE (e.g. by getting wet).

•  Make sure that children, unauthorised people and animals do not obtain 

access to the MAGICFX

®

 SNOWCASE.

•  Do not connect more units to a single electrical circuit than the installed fuse 

is able to handle. (Calculate the summed load with the electrical data from 
Chapter 1)

•  Do not remove any safeguards, safety caps and safety symbols.
•  All required safety devices must be in good condition and function properly.
• 

Ensure sufficient lighting of the surroundings.

•  Keep the workplace clean.

2.2 

INDOOR USE

The MAGICFX

®

 SNOWBOX is designed for indoor and outdoor use.

WARNING

The machine can not be used in rain or other wet conditions with 

any fluids.

2.3 

RIGGING

Please follow the European and national guidelines for safe rigging and trussing.

Summary of Contents for MFX1705

Page 1: ...SNOWBOX SNOW FX PART02015 rev 01 00 USER AND INSTALLATION MANUAL ENGLISH ...

Page 2: ...Any brand names mentioned in this manual are registered trademarks of their respective owners 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 We further refer to the General Conditions These are available on...

Page 3: ...es 8 1 5 FX fluids 8 2 Snow safely 9 2 1 General safety rules 9 2 2 Indoor use 9 2 3 Rigging 9 2 4 Noise level 10 2 5 Safety symbols 10 2 6 Precautions for operation 10 3 Let s snow 12 3 1 Install the machine 12 3 2 Mount below a truss 13 3 3 Mount on a truss 14 3 4 Connect power 16 3 5 Re place the can with snow fluid 17 3 6 Time to snow 18 3 7 Clean up 19 4 Maintenance 20 5 Troubleshooting 20 6 ...

Page 4: ...ous situation that if not avoided will result in death or serious injury This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations WARNING Indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in death or serious injury CAUTION Indicates a hazardous situation that if not avoided could result in minor or moderate injury NOTICE Indicates information considered important but not haz...

Page 5: ...GICFX SNOWBOX is a special effects machine that creates a simulated snow effect The machine launches snow into the air up to 5 meters The machine pumps snow fluid from a can to the snow head The snow fluid leaves the snow head through a cone formed mesh This creates the snow effect ...

Page 6: ...6 MAGICFX SNOWBOX User and Installation Manual 1 1 MAIN PARTS ROTATION BRACKET OUTPUT NOZZLE SAFETY EYE ANGLE ADJUSTMENT KNOB POWER INPUT OUTPUT 220 250Vac QUICK CONNECTOR INLET GRILL ...

Page 7: ...ht Weight 10 kg 22 05 lb Environment Minimum Temperature 0 C 32 F Maximum Temperature 50 C 122 F Humidity Relative 20 to 90 non condensing Electrical Voltage Input 210 240 Vac Voltage Frequency 50 60 Hz Power Consumption 1500 W Power Connector Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 in out Usage Consumable s MAGICFX SNOWBOX SNOW FLUID Consumable Consumption MAGICFX SNOWBOX SNOW FLUID 0 2L min Technical data 1 3 PR...

Page 8: ...AFETY STEEL 60 cm 25 kg Accessories Please contact MAGIC FX for additional possibilities 1 5 FX FLUIDS The MAGICFX SNOWCASE uses MAGICFX SNOWCASE SNOW FLUID to create the snow effect The fluid is delivered in a can Do not use other fluids than those that are approved and supplied by MAGIC FX see following table Code Type of fluid Volume MFX1303 MAGICFX SNOWBOX SNOW FLUID 2 5 litre Approved FX Flui...

Page 9: ...ry out work with the MAGICFX SNOWCASE Do not use the MAGICFX SNOWCASE if there are people or animals in the direct output Make sure there are no objects in the direct output that can be damaged by the MAGICFX SNOWCASE e g by getting wet Make sure that children unauthorised people and animals do not obtain access to the MAGICFX SNOWCASE Do not connect more units to a single electrical circuit than ...

Page 10: ...NS FOR OPERATION WARNING Using a damaged or an improper installed machine can lead to death serious injury or property damage Always inspect the machine thoroughly before operation WARNING Unauthorized operation of the machine can lead to death serious injury or property damage Never leave the machine unattended when the machine is ready for use WARNING Do not use the MAGICFX SNOWBOX if alteration...

Page 11: ...are correctly in place and visible see section 2 6 CAUTION Walk carefully when approaching the machine The floor can be slippery due to spilled snow fluids NOTICE Do not use other fluids than those that are approved and supplied by MAGIC FX see Section 1 5 WARNING Always create a safety zone of 3 m in front of the MAGICFX SNOWBOX when the snow comes directly from the snow output 3 0 3 m ...

Page 12: ...GICFX SNOWBOX on a firm surface with the suplied bracket the MAGICFX SNOWBOX can be placed under an angle 2 Mount the bracket using the supplied bolts and spacers 3 Place the MAGICFX SNOWBOX under an angle by rotating the bracket to the bottom side of the machine and tighten the starknobs on both sides ...

Page 13: ...ing on top of an upright truss see the User and Installation manual of the MAGICFX BASEPLATE II PART01575 1 Mount the bracket on top of the machine and screw a twenty clamp MFX3103 on the bracket with an M10 bolt spring washer and lock nut 2 Mount the twenty clamp on a truss and secure with a certified safety cable ...

Page 14: ...4 MAGICFX SNOWBOX User and Installation Manual 3 3 MOUNT ON A TRUSS 1 Screw two half couplers into the threaded holes on the bottom of the machine product code MFX3106 and place in the desired direction ...

Page 15: ...MAGICFX SNOWBOX User and Installation Manual 15 2 Mount the half coupler on a truss and secure with a certified safety cable ...

Page 16: ...onnect a powerCON TRUE1 power cable to the power input PowerCon TRUE1 female POWER POWER IN 3 Connect the other end of the powerCON TRUE1 cable to the controller or power switch CAUTION Do not connect more units to a single electrical circuit that the installed fuse is able to handle Calculate the summed load with the electrical data from Chapter 1 ...

Page 17: ... WITH SNOW FLUID WARNING Always follow the instructions as noted on the cans 1 Place a can with snow fluid in the cabinet and remove the original lid 2 Connect the snow lid with hose and quick connector on the can and connect the hose with the quick connector on the lid ...

Page 18: ...ser and Installation Manual 3 6 TIME TO SNOW 1 Make sure that the direct output is free from persons and objects 2 When it s time to snow switch the power on 3 Enjoy the snow 4 To deactivate the effect switch off the power ...

Page 19: ...can filled with water in the cabinet and switch the power on to clean the nozzle and fluid hoses Do this for about one minute 2 Disconnect the powercables place the protection cap on the True1 connector on the machine 3 Wipe down the machine with hand warm water and a cloth ...

Page 20: ...ean the MAGICFX SNOWBOX and test if it is functioning correctly Contact MAGIC FX if the MAGICFX SNOWBOX is not functioning correctly DANGER Do not replace parts yourself always consult MAGIC FX 5 TROUBLESHOOTING Always contact MAGIC FX if any malfunctions or errors occur that cannot be solved with the instructions as described in this manual ...

Page 21: ...arge Alternatively in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon purchase of an equivalent new product Disposing of this product correctly will help save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling Please contact your local authority for furthe...

Page 22: ...WEEE 2012 19 EU Waste Electrical Electronic Equipment The following harmonized standards were applied NEN EN ISO 12100 2010 Safety of machinery General principles for design Risk assessment and risk reduction NEN EN ISO 13732 1 2008 Ergonomics of the thermal environment Methods for the assessment of human responses to contact with surfaces Part 1 Hot surfaces NEN EN IEC 60204 1 2006 Safety of mach...

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