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MAGICFX FLAMEBLAZER

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User and Installation Manual

1.4

PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION

Type plate

1.5

ACCESSORIES

Code

Product

Included

SFX1401

MAGICFX

FLAMEBLAZER

Nozzle S

SFX1402

MAGICFX

FLAMEBLAZER

Nozzle M

SFX1403

MAGICFX

FLAMEBLAZER

Nozzle L

SFX1404

FLAMEBLAZER

Nozzle exchange tool

MFX0313

Schuko to Neutrik

powerCON TRUE1 cable - 1.5 m

MFX0305

MAGICFX

BASEPLATE II

MFX3106

Doughty Half Coupler (100 kg) M10

SPR00119

Safety Steel

SPR01885

Empty ADR Can 5 L (w/out Cap)

SPR90106

FLAMEBLAZER

CUSTOM CAN CAP 5L

MFX3080

MAGICFX

Flame Fluid IPA 5L

MFX3086

MAGICFX

Flame Fluid Isopar L 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).

Summary of Contents for FLAMEBLAZER

Page 1: ...FLAME FX PART01875 rev 01 01 USER AND INSTALLATION MANUAL ENGLISH FLAMEBLAZER ...

Page 2: ...S 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 ...

Page 3: ...ntrol 10 1 7 DMX control 10 1 8 Display panel 11 1 9 RDM capability 14 2 Safety 15 2 1 General safety rules 15 2 2 Rigging 15 2 3 Noise Levels 15 2 4 Safety symbols 16 2 5 Safety warnings 16 3 Installation and use 19 3 1 Install the machine 19 3 2 Choose the flame height 20 3 3 Re fill the fuel 23 3 4 Mount on a truss 26 3 5 Connect the machine 28 3 6 Fire with DMX 31 3 7 Fire with pyro 31 3 8 Use...

Page 4: ... 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 hazard related e g messages relating to property damage TARGET GROUP This manual is targeted at authorised personnel in the event industry that install and oper...

Page 5: ...ex RDM 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 FLAMEBLAZER Abbreviations REVISION TABLE Doc nr Revision Date Description Author Approved PART01875 01 00 03 6 2020 Initial release MB ES RD PART01875 01 01 27 10 2020 Updated graphics...

Page 6: ... There are three nozzles available with the FLAMEBLAZER which are interchangeable allowing the user to choose a small medium or large flame Based on zero wind the sizes are as follows L nozzle up to 10 m included S nozzle up to 6 m accessory M nozzle up to 8 m accessory A specific nozzle exchange tool is available to change between the S M and L nozzles SFX 1404 The FLAMEBLAZER is operated with DM...

Page 7: ...es of fuel to create the effect The fuel is loaded into an ADR Can 5 L located in the machine NOTICE Only use these types of fuel Isopropanol ISOPAR G H L The use of other fuels or water may degrade the performance of the machine or cause internal damage CAUTION Fuels are highly flammable and must be handled with caution and in accordance with local health and safety regulations Always follow the ...

Page 8: ...ximum Temperature 50 ºC 122 ºF Humidity Relative 20 to 90 non condensing Electrical Voltage Input 220 250 Vac Voltage Frequency 50 60 Hz Power Consumption 370 W Power Connector Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 in out Controlling Control Options DMX Pyro Control Protocols DMX512 A ANSI E1 11 RDM ANSI E1 20 9 40 Vdc Control Connectors Neutrik 5 pole male female XLR 4 mm banana socket Safety controlling ARM Co...

Page 9: ...Schuko to Neutrik powerCON TRUE1 cable 1 5 m MFX0305 MAGICFX BASEPLATE II MFX3106 Doughty Half Coupler 100 kg M10 SPR00119 Safety Steel SPR01885 Empty ADR Can 5 L w out Cap 1x SPR90106 FLAMEBLAZER CUSTOM CAN CAP 5L 1x MFX3080 MAGICFX Flame Fluid IPA 5L MFX3086 MAGICFX Flame Fluid Isopar L 5L Accessories Please contact MAGIC FX for additional possibilities For information about the accessories of t...

Page 10: ... EtherCON cables that carry the safety signal from the ARM CONTROLLER For more information about the ARM SYSTEM and to learn how to configure a complete safety system refer to the ARM SYSTEM Configuration Manual PART02323 For more information about the ARM CONTROLLER and to learn how to correctly set up and use the ARM SYSTEM refer to the ARM CONTROLLER User and Installation Manual PART01882 1 7 D...

Page 11: ...to the DMX output of the final unit in the control sequence Using a DMX Terminator improves signal reliability 1 8 DISPLAY PANEL MAIN MENU DMX RDM SETTINGS BACK PREV NEXT SELECT SIGNAL INFO Display panel The display panel is located on the backside of the FLAMEBLAZER Check the following menu structure for all options in the menu Use the buttons for navigation and selection The signal LED blinks re...

Page 12: ... Dimmer ON OFF Factory Defaults YES NO Unique ID Bootloader CRC Serial Number Build Date Lock Unlock Controller press and hold for 5 seconds Reset Errors DMX RDM Settings Error History Conﬁguration Information RDM ON OFF Type Alarm Error Uptime DDDD HH MM SS Eﬀect Time DDDD HH MM SS Pyro Input Control ON OFF DMX Enable DMX input XLR ARM Menu structure ...

Page 13: ...function to turn on off the RDM functionality Pyro Input Control On Off Use this function to toggle between the control modes DMX and Pyro Display Dimmer On Off Turn display dimmer on or off If turned on the display is dimmed automatically 30 seconds after the last button push Factory Defaults Yes No Restores the appliance factory default settings Type Alarm Error Toggle between the occurred locki...

Page 14: ...are supported by the FLAMEBLAZER Parameter ID Discovery GET SET DISC_UNIQUE_BRANCH X DISC_MUTE X DISC_UN_MUTE X DEVICE_INFO X SUPPORTED_PARAMETERS X SOFTWARE_VERSION_LABEL X DEVICE_MODEL_DESCRIPTION X MANUFACTURER_LABEL X SLOT_DESCRIPTION X DMX_PERSONALITY_DESCRIPTION X SENSOR_DEFINITION X SENSOR_VALUE X DMX_START_ADDRESS X X IDENTIFY_DEVICE X X DEVICE_LABEL X X FACTORY_DEFAULTS X X DMX_PERSONALIT...

Page 15: ...output Make sure that children unauthorised people and animals do not obtain access to the FLAMEBLAZER Do not use consumable fuel outside of the design intent as may lead to damage to the hardware or hazardous situation to property and people Do not use incorrect nozzles as may lead to damage to property or injury to people Product supplied with L nozzle Do not connect more units to a single elect...

Page 16: ...ine pipework and projected from the flame outlet Front of the machine Warning High Voltage The ignition probes in the flame outlet chamber during operation Top of the machine near the flame outlet Safety symbols 2 5 SAFETY WARNINGS WARNING Eye contact with fuel under pressure and burning fuel from the machine can lead to serious eye injury Always wear safety goggles when you enter the safety zone ...

Page 17: ...and or foam Consult the safety data sheet from the supplier for detailed safety instructions WARNING Always create a suitable safety zone around the effect of the FLAMEBLAZER Furthermore keep a clearance of an additional 50 from the maximum height range of the installed e g S nozzle has a height range of up to 6 m so needs 9 m clearance above 6 m 50 The advised safety zones depend on the size of t...

Page 18: ...touch any metal parts of a recently triggered machine CAUTION Any material that blocks the output nozzle can result in injuries fire and damage to the machine when the machine is used Always inspect the nozzle before operating and remove any obstructing material CAUTION Only open the enclosure access lid when the machine is not powered CAUTION The FLAMEBLAZER should not be used in winds exceeding ...

Page 19: ...l can will be tipped and may cause a reduction in available fuel to the machine so level installation is preferred 0 45 45 front view side view 0 45 45 3 1 INSTALL THE MACHINE 1 Install the FLAMEBLAZER on a firm and preferably level surface 2 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 20: ...re there are no objects near the machine and within the output distance that can be damaged or catch fire by the emitted heat flame and fuel from the FLAMEBLAZER 3 2 CHOOSE THE FLAME HEIGHT NOTICE The machine is supplied with an L nozzle installed which produces up to a 10 m flame 1 Choose a flame height that is safe for the environment and rigging position of the FLAMEBLAZER and select the nozzle...

Page 21: ...hange tool held in a vertical position continuous anti clockwise rotation will result in the nozzle becoming free from the bulkhead This can be lifted out of the burn chamber and the nozzle exchange tool should retain the nozzle with the internal sprung clip WARNING Eye contact with fuel under pressure from the machine can lead to serious eye injury Always wear eye protection when you change the n...

Page 22: ...e exchange tool with nozzle into the burn chamber until the nozzle locates into the bulkhead orifice Rotate anti clockwise until a click is heard or felt to check the threads are aligned Make sure the tool is held vertical continuous clockwise rotation will tighten the nozzle into place NOTICE The nozzle quickly goes from loose to tight as the seal meets the bulkhead and does not need to be tighte...

Page 23: ...bled FX LED indicator on the machine is dimmed when you approach a machine WARNING Eye contact with fuel under pressure and burning fuel from the machine can lead to serious eye injury Always wear eye protection when you come near a powered machine CAUTION The flame output burn chamber and enclosure heats up during operation and could cause burns when touched Do not touch any metal parts of a rece...

Page 24: ...emove the 5 L 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 Once removed unscrew and disconnect the screw cap hose and quick release coupling from the old can 4 Insert the dip hose into the new 5 L can so that it touches the bottom and securely fit the screw cap to the can making sure it is tight and will n...

Page 25: ...MAGICFX FLAMEBLAZER User and Installation Manual 25 5 Push the fuel hose into the quick release coupling on the machine checking it has engaged properly 6 Close the enclosure access lid ...

Page 26: ...for mounting on top of an upright truss see the User and Installation manual of the MAGICFX BASEPLATE II MFX0305 1 Screw two clamps into threaded holes on the bottom of the machine Use two Doughty Half Couplers M10 for truss mounting product code MFX3106 and place the pair in x or in y direction Y Z X Y Z X ...

Page 27: ...cure with a certified safety cable Secure the FLAMEBLAZER onto the truss 3 Inspect if the FLAMEBLAZER is mounted firmly and secured correctly 4 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 28: ...als and property c Making sure there are no objects near the machine and within the output distance that can be damaged or catch fire by the emitted heat flame and fuel from the FLAMEBLAZER 3 5 CONNECT THE MACHINE 1 Install the ARM CONTROLLER in compliance with the instructions from the ARM CONTROLLER User and Installation Manual PART01882 2 Connect the PowerCon TRUE1 power cable to the power inpu...

Page 29: ...rate cables FLAMEBLAZER DMX DMX CONTROLLER ARM CONTROLLER E STOP BEACON ARM ARM insert terminator POWER connect another machine or insert terminator B The FLAMEBLAZER is controlled with pyro 9 40 Vdc PYRO CONTROLLER ARM CONTROLLER E STOP BEACON ARM ARM insert terminator POWER connect another machine or insert terminator PYRO FLAMEBLAZER ...

Page 30: ...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 NOTICE Insert a TERMINATOR in the last ARM output of each line to close the safety circuit The ARM SYSTEM will not work when a line remains open NOTICE Make sure Pyro Input Control is set to OFF otherwise the DMX signal LED will not flash even when there ...

Page 31: ...um continuous duration of the effect is 5 seconds After this period the effect will stop automatically To start the effect again you must disable and re enable the Effect trigger 3 7 FIRE WITH PYRO If pyro is used follow the next steps 1 Power the machine 2 Make sure that the prescribed safety zone is clear and there is a suitable clearance above the unit for the chosen nozzle 3 Set the safety key...

Page 32: ...not empty If the problem is not solved contact MAGIC FX 020 Pressure Sensor Failure Contact MAGIC FX 121 Orientation of device out of safe bounds Keep the device within previously described safe bounds Always contact MAGIC FX if any malfunctions or errors occur that cannot be solved with the instructions as described in this manual 5 MAINTENANCE To achieve the maximum service life of the FLAMEBLAZ...

Page 33: ...eign particles should be removed from the probes which can be cleaned with Isopropanol and a light abrasive cloth Ignition probes should not be adjusted from the factory setting as this is critical to safe and reliable ignition To check they are in the correct position each pair of probes must have a gap from tip to tip of 4 mm 2 mm and opposite probes must have a gap from tip to tip of 16 mm 2 mm...

Page 34: ...ts where it will be accepted free of charge 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 ...

Page 35: ...c Compatibility RoHS 2011 65 EU Restriction of the use of certain Hazardous Substances 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 IEC 60204 1 2006 Safety of machinery Electrical equipment of machines Part 1 General requirements...

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