VR 5000
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VR 5000
VR 5000 GB Operating Instructions Spare Parts List Wirefeeder 42,0426,0080,EN 022009 Dear Reader Introduction Thank you for choosing Fronius - and congratulations on your new, technically highgrade Fronius product! This instruction manual will help you get to know your new machine. Read the manual carefully and you will soon be familiar with all the many great features of your new Fronius product. This really is the best way to get the most out of all the advantages that your machine has to offer. Please also take special note of the safety rules - and observe them! In this way, you will help to ensure more safety at your product location. And of course, if you treat your product carefully, this definitely helps to prolong its enduring quality and reliability - things which are both essential prerequisites for getting outstanding results. ud_fr_st_et_00493 012004 Safety rules DANGER! WARNING! CAUTION! “DANGER!” indicates an imminently hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. This signal word is to be limited to the most extreme situations. This signal word is not used for property damage hazards unless personal injury risk appropriate to this level is also involved. “WARNING!” indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury. This signal word is not used for property damage hazards unless personal injury risk appropriate to this level is also involved. “CAUTION!” indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in minor or moderate injury. It may also be used to alert against unsafe practices that may cause property damage. NOTE! “NOTE!” indicates a situation which implies a risk of impaired welding result and damage to the equipment. Important! “Important!” indicates practical hints and other useful special-information. It is no signal word for a harmful or dangerous situation. Whenever you see any of the symbols shown above, you must pay even closer attention to the contents of the manual! General remarks This equipment has been made in accordance with the state of the art and all recognised safety rules. Nevertheless, incorrect operation or misuse may still lead to danger for - the life and well-being of the operator or of third parties, - the equipment and other tangible assets belonging to the owner/operator, - efficient working with the equipment. All persons involved in any way with starting up, operating, servicing and maintaining the equipment must - be suitably qualified - know about welding and - read and follow exactly the instructions given in this manual. The instruction manual must be kept at the machine location at all times. In addition to the instruction manual, copies of both the generally applicable and the local accident prevention and environmental protection rules must be kept on hand, and of course observed in practice. All the safety instructions and danger warnings on the machine itself: - must be kept in a legible condition - must not be damaged, must not be removed - must not be covered, pasted or painted over For information about where the safety instructions and danger warnings are located on the machine, please see the section of your machine’s instruction manual headed “General remarks”. I ud_fr_st_sv_00467 022009 General remarks (continued) Any malfunctions which might impair machine safety must be eliminated immediately - meaning before the equipment is next switched on. It’s your safety that’s at stake! Utilisation for intended purpose only The machine may only be used for jobs as defined by the “Intended purpose”. The machine may ONLY be used for the welding processes stated on the rating plate. Utilisation for any other purpose, or in any other manner, shall be deemed to be "not in accordance with the intended purpose". The manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage resulting from such improper use. Utilisation in accordance with the “intended purpose” also comprises - complete reading and following of all the instructions given in this manual - complete reading and following of all the safety instructions and danger warnings - performing all stipulated inspection and servicing work. The appliance must never be used for the following: - Thawing pipes - Charging batteries/accumulators - Starting engines The machine is designed to be used in industrial and workshop environments. The manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage resulting from use of the machine in residential premises. ikewise the manufacturer will accept no liability for defective or faulty work results. Ambient conditions Operation or storage of the power source outside the stipulated range is deemed to be “not in accordance with the intended use”. The manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage resulting herefrom. Temperature range of ambient air: - when operating: - 10 °C to + 40 °C (14 °F to 104 °F) - when being transported or stored: - 25 °C to + 55 °C (-13 °F to 131 °F) Relative atmospheric humidity: - up to 50 % at 40 °C (104 °F) - up to 90 % at 20 °C (68 °F) Ambient air: Free of dust, acids, corrosive gases or substances etc. Elevation above sea level: Up to 2000 m (6500 ft) Obligations of owner/operator The owner/operator undertakes to ensure that the only persons allowed to work with the machine are persons who - are familiar with the basic regulations on workplace safety and accident prevention and who have been instructed in how to operate the machine - have read and understood the sections on “safety rules” and the “warnings“ contained in this manual, and have confirmed as much with their signatures - be trained in such a way that meets with the requirements of the work results Regular checks must be performed to ensure that personnel are still working in a safety-conscious manner. ud_fr_st_sv_00467 022009 II Obligations of personnel Before starting work, all persons to be entrusted with carrying out work with (or on) the machine shall undertake - to observe the basic regulations on workplace safety and accident prevention - to read the sections on “safety rules” and the “warnings” contained in this manual, and to sign to confirm that they have understood these and will comply with them. Before leaving the workplace, personnel must ensure that there is no risk of injury or damage being caused during their absence. Mains connection High-performance devices can affect the quality of the mains power due to their current-input. This may affect a number of types of device in terms of: connection restrictions criteria with regard to maximum permissible mains impedance *) criteria with regard to minimum short-circuit power requirement *) *) at the interface with the public mains network see Technical Data In this case, the plant operator or the person using the device should check whether or not the device is allowed to be connected, where appropriate through discussion with the power supply company. Protection for yourself and other persons When welding, you are exposed to many different hazards such as: - flying sparks and hot metal particles - arc radiation which could damage your eyes and skin - harmful electromagnetic fields which may put the lives of cardiac pacemaker users at risk - electrical hazards from mains and welding current - increased exposure to noise - noxious welding fumes and gases. Anybody working on the workpiece during welding must wear suitable protective clothing with the following characteristics: - flame-retardant - isolating and dry - must cover whole body, be undamaged and in good condition - protective helmet - trousers with no turn-ups III ud_fr_st_sv_00467 022009 Protection for yourself and other persons (continued) “Protective clothing” also includes: - protecting your eyes and face from UV rays, heat and flying sparks with an appropriate safety shield containing appropriate regulation filter glass - wearing a pair of appropriate regulation goggles (with sideguards) behind the safety shield - wearing stout footwear that will also insulate even in wet conditions - protecting your hands by wearing appropriate gloves (electrically insulating, heat-proof) - To lessen your exposure to noise and to protect your hearing against injury, wear ear-protectors! Keep other people - especially children - well away from the equipment and the welding operation while this is in progress. If there are still any other persons nearby during welding, you must - draw their attention to all the dangers (risk of being dazzled by the arc or injured by flying sparks, harmful welding fumes, high noise immission levels, possible hazards from mains or welding current ...) - provide them with suitable protective equipment and/or - erect suitable protective partitions or curtains. Information on noise emission values The device generates a maximum sound power level of <80 dB(A) (ref. 1pW) when idling and in the cooling phase following operation at the maximum permissible operating point under maximum rated load conditions according to EN 60974-1. It is not possible to provide a workplace-related emission value during welding (or cutting) as this is influenced by both the process and the environment. All manner of different welding parameters come into play, including the welding process (MIG/MAG, TIG welding), the type of power selected (DC or AC), the power range, the type of weld metal, the resonance characteristics of the workpiece, the workplace environment, etc. Hazards from noxious gases and vapours The fumes given off during welding contain gases and vapors that are harmful to health. Welding fumes contain substances which may cause birth defects and cancers. Keep your head away from discharges of welding fumes and gases. Do not inhale any fumes or noxious gases that are given off. Extract all fumes and gases away from the workplace, using suitable means. Ensure a sufficient supply of fresh air. Where insufficient ventilation is available, use a respirator mask with an independent air supply. If you are not sure whether your fume-extraction system is sufficiently powerful, compare the measured pollutant emission values with the permitted threshold limit values. ud_fr_st_sv_00467 022009 IV Hazards from noxious gases and vapours (continued) The harmfulness of the welding fumes will depend on e.g. the following components: - the metals used in and for the workpiece - the electrodes - coatings - cleaning and degreasing agents and the like For this reason, pay attention to the relevant Materials Safety Data Sheets and the information given by the manufacturer regarding the components listed above. Keep all flammable vapors (e.g. from solvents) well away from the arc radiation. Hazards from flying sparks Flying sparks can cause fires and explosions! Never perform welding anywhere near combustible materials. Combustible materials must be at least 11 meters (35 feet) away from the arc, or else must be covered over with approved coverings. Have a suitable, approved fire extinguisher at the ready. Sparks and hot metal particles may also get into surrounding areas through small cracks and openings. Take suitable measures here to ensure that there is no risk of injury or fire. Do not perform welding in locations that are at risk from fire and/or explosion, or in enclosed tanks, barrels or pipes, unless these latter have been prepared for welding in accordance with the relevant national and international standards. Welding must NEVER be performed on containers that have had gases, fuels, mineral oils etc. stored in them. Even small traces of these substances left in the containers are a major explosion hazard. Hazards from mains and welding current An electric shock is potentially life-threatening, and can be fatal. Do not touch any live parts, either inside or outside the machine. In MIG/MAG and TIG welding, the welding wire, the wire spool, the drive rollers and all metal parts having contact with the welding wire are also live. Always place the wirefeeder on an adequately insulated floor or base, or else use a suitable insulating wirefeeder holder. Ensure sufficient protection for yourself and for other people by means of a dry base or cover that provides adequate insulation against the ground/frame potential. The base or cover must completely cover the entire area between your body and the ground/frame potential. All cables and other leads must be firmly attached, undamaged, properly insulated and adequately dimensioned. Immediately replace any loose connections, scorched, damaged or underdimensioned cables or other leads. V ud_fr_st_sv_00467 022009 Hazards from mains and welding current (continued) Do not loop any cables or other leads around your body or any part of your body. Never immerse the welding electrode (rod electrode, tungsten electrode, welding wire, ...) in liquid in order to cool it, and never touch it when the power source is ON. Twice the open-circuit voltage of one single welding machine may occur between the welding electrodes of two welding machines. Touching the potentials of both electrodes simultaneously may be fatal. Have the mains and the machine supply leads checked regularly by a qualified electrician to ensure that the PE (protective earth) conductor is functioning correctly. Only run the machine on a mains network with a PE conductor, and plugged into a power outlet socket with a protective-conductor contact. If the machine is run on a mains network without a PE conductor and plugged into a power outlet socket without a protective-conductor contact, this counts as gross negligence and the manufacturer shall not be liable for any resulting damage. Wherever necessary, use suitable measures to ensure that the workpiece is sufficiently grounded (earthed). Switch off any appliances that are not in use. Wear a safety harness if working at height. Before doing any work on the machine, switch it off and unplug it from the mains. Put up a clearly legible and easy-to-understand warning sign to stop anybody inadvertently plugging the machine back into the mains and switching it back on again. After opening up the machine: - discharge any components that may be storing an electrical charge - ensure that all machine components are electrically dead. If work needs to be performed on any live parts, there must be a second person on hand to immediately switch off the machine at the main switch in an emergency. Stray welding currents If the following instructions are ignored, stray welding currents may occur. These can cause: - fires - overheating of components that are connected to the workpiece - destruction of PE conductors - damage to the machine and other electrical equipment Ensure that the workpiece clamp is tightly connected to the workpiece. Attach the workpiece clamp as close as possible to the area to be welded. On electrically conductive floors, the machine must be set up in such a way that it is sufficiently insulated from the floor. ud_fr_st_sv_00467 022009 VI Stray welding currents (continued) When using current supply distributors, twin head wire feeder fixtures etc., please note the following: The electrode on the unused welding torch/welding tongs is also current carrying. Please ensure that there is sufficient insulating storage for the unused welding torch/tongs. In the case of automated MIG/MAG applications, ensure that only insulated filler wire is routed from the welding wire drum, large wirefeeder spool or wirespool to the wirefeeder. EMC device classifications Devices with emission class A: are only designed for use in an industrial setting can cause conducted and emitted interference in other areas. Devices with emission class B: satisfy the emissions criteria for residential and industrial areas. This also applies to residential areas in which power is supplied from the public low-voltage grid. EMC device classification as per the rating plate or technical specifications EMC measures In certain cases, even though a device complies with the standard limit values for emissions, it may affect the application area for which it was designed (e.g. when there is sensitive equipment at the same location, or if the site where the device is installed is close to either radio or television receivers). If this is the case, then the operator is obliged to take appropriate action to rectify the situation. Examine and evaluate any possible electromagnetic problems that may occur on equipment in the vicinity, and the degree of immunity of this equipment, in accordance with national and international regulations: - safety features - mains, signal and data-transmission leads - IT and telecoms equipment - measurement and calibration devices Ancillary measures for preventing EMC problems: a) Mains supply - If electromagnetic interference still occurs, despite the fact that the mains connection is in accordance with the regulations, take additional measures (e.g. use a suitable mains filter). b) Welding cables - Keep these as short as possible - Arrange them so that they run close together (to prevent EMI problems as well) - Lay them well away from other leads. c) Equipotential bonding d) Workpiece grounding (earthing) - where necessary, run the connection to ground (earth) via suitable capacitors. e) Shielding, where necessary - Shield other equipment in the vicinity - Shield the entire welding installation. VII ud_fr_st_sv_00467 022009 EMI Precautions Electromagnetic fields may cause as yet unknown damage to health. - Effects on the health of persons in the vicinity, e.g. users of heart pacemakers and hearing aids - Users of heart pacemakers must take medical advice before going anywhere near welding equipment or welding workplaces - Keep as much space as possible between welding cables and head/body of welder for safety reasons - Do not carrywelding cables and hose pack over shoulder and do not loop around body or or any part of body Particular danger spots Keep your hands, hair, clothing and tools well away from all moving parts, e.g.: - fans - toothed wheels, rollers, shafts - wire-spools and welding wires Do not put your fingers anywhere near the rotating toothed wheels of the wirefeed drive.0 Covers and sideguards may only be opened or removed for as long as is absolutely necessary to carry out maintenance and repair work. While the machine is in use: - ensure that all the covers are closed and that all the sideguards are properly mounted ... - ... and that all covers and sideguards are kept closed. When the welding wire emerges from the torch, there is a high risk of injury (the wire may pierce the welder’s hand, injure his face and eyes ...). For this reason, when feeder-inching etc., always hold the torch so that it is pointing away from your body (machines with wirefeeder). Do not touch the workpiece during and after welding - risk of injury from burning! Slag may suddenly “jump” off workpieces as they cool. For this reason, continue to wear the regulation protective gear, and to ensure that other persons are suitably protected, when doing post-weld finishing on workpieces. Allow welding torches - and other items of equipment that are used at high operating temperatures - to cool down before doing any work on them. Special regulations apply to rooms at risk from fire and/or explosion. Observe all relevant national and international regulations. Power sources for use in spaces with increased electrical danger (e.g. boilers) must be identified by the (for “safety”) mark. However, the power source should not be in such rooms. Risk of scalding from accidental discharge of hot coolant. Before unplugging the connectors for coolant forward flow and return flow, switch off the cooling unit. ud_fr_st_sv_00467 022009 VIII Particular danger spots (continued) When hoisting the machines by crane, only use suitable manufacturersupplied lifting devices. - Attach the chains and/or ropes to all the hoisting points provided on the suitable lifting device. - The chains and/or ropes must be at an angle which is as close to the vertical as possible. - Remove the gas cylinder and the wirefeed unit (from MIG/MAG and TIG units). When hoisting the wirefeed unit by crane during welding, always use a suitable, insulating suspension arrangement (MIG/MAG and TIG units). If a machine is fitted with a carrying strap or carrying handle, remember that this strap is ONLY to be used for lifting and carrying the machine by hand. The carrying strap is NOT suitable for transporting the machine by crane, fork-lift truck or by any other mechanical hoisting device. Danger of colourless and odourless inert gas escaping unnoticed, when using an adapter for the inert gas protection. Seal the adapter thread for the inert gas connection using Teflon tape before assembly. Danger from shielding-gas cylinders Shielding-gas cylinders contain pressurized gas and may explode if they are damaged. As shielding-gas cylinders are an integral part of the overall welding outfit, they also have to be treated with great care. Protect shielding-gas cylinders containing compressed gas from excessive heat, mechanical impact, slag, naked flames, sparks and arcs. Mount the shielding-gas cylinders in the vertical and fasten them in such a way that they cannot fall over (i.e. as shown in the instruction manual). Keep shielding-gas cylinders well away from welding circuits (and, indeed, from any other electrical circuits). Never hang a welding torch on a shielding-gas cylinder. Never touch a shielding-gas cylinder with a welding electrode. Explosion hazard - never perform welding on a pressurized shielding-gas cylinder. Use only shielding-gas cylinders that are suitable for the application in question, together with matching, suitable accessories (pressure regulators, hoses and fittings, ...). Only use shielding-gas cylinders and accessories that are in good condition. When opening the valve of a shielding-gas cylinder, always turn your face away from the outlet nozzle. Close the shielding-gas cylinder valve when no welding is being carried out. When the shielding-gas cylinder is not connected up, leave the cap in place on the shielding-gas cylinder valve. Observe the manufacturer’s instructions and all relevant national and international rules applying to shielding-gas cylinders and accessories. IX ud_fr_st_sv_00467 022009 Safety precautions at the installation site and when being transported A machine that topples over can easily kill someone! For this reason, always place the machine on an even, firm floor in such a way that it stands firmly. - An angle of inclination of up to 10° is permissible. Special regulations apply to rooms at risk from fire and/or explosion. Observe all relevant national and international regulations. By means of internal instructions and checks, ensure that the workplace and the area around it are always kept clean and tidy. The appliance must only be installed and operated in accordance with the protection type stated on the specifications plate. When installing the appliance, please ensure a clearance radius of 0.5 m (1.6ft.) , so that cool air can circulate freely. When transporting the appliance, please ensure that the valid national and regional guidelines and accident protection regulations are followed. This applies in particular to guidelines in respect of dangers during transportation and carriage. Before transportation, completely drain any coolant and dismantle the following components: - Wire feed - Wire wound coil - Gas bottle Before commissioning and after transportation, a visual check for damage must be carried out. Any damage must be repaired by trained service personnel before commissioning. Safety precautions in normal operation Only operate the machine if all of its protective features are fully functional. If any of the protective features are not fully functional, this endangers: - the life and well-being of the operator or other persons - the equipment and other tangible assets belonging to the owner/operator - efficient working with the equipment. Any safety features that are not fully functional must be put right before you switch on the machine. Never evade safety features and never put safety features out of order. Before switching on the machine, ensure that nobody can be endangered by your doing so. - ud_fr_st_sv_00467 022009 At least once a week, check the machine for any damage that may be visible from the outside, and check that the safety features all function correctly. Always fasten the shielding-gas cylinder firmly, and remove it altogether before hoisting the machine by crane. Owing to its special properties (in terms of electrical conductivity, frostproofing, materials-compatibility, combustibility etc.), only original coolant of the manufacturer is suitable for use in our machines. Only use suitable original coolant of the manufacturer. Do not mix original coolant of the manufacturer with other coolants. X Safety precautions in normal operation (continued) - Preventive and corrective maintenance If any damage occurs in cases where other coolants have been used, the manufacturer shall not be liable for any such damage, and all warranty claims shall be null and void. Under certain conditions, the coolant is flammable. Only transport the coolant in closed original containers, and keep it away from sources of ignition. Used coolant must be disposed of properly in accordance with the relevant national and international regulations. A safety data sheet is available from your service centre and on the manufacturer’s homepage. Before starting welding - while the machine is still cool - check the coolant level. With parts sourced from other suppliers, there is no certainty that these parts will have been designed and manufactured to cope with the stressing and safety requirements that will be made of them. Use only original spares and wearing parts (this also applies to standard parts). Do not make any alterations, installations or modifications to the machine without getting permission from the manufacturer first. Replace immediately any components that are not in perfect condition. When ordering spare parts, please state the exact designation and the relevant part number, as given in the spare parts list. Please also quote the serial number of your machine. Safety inspection The owner/operator is obliged to have a safety inspection performed on the machine at least once every 12 months. The manufacturer also recommend the same (12-month) interval for regular calibration of power sources. A safety inspection, by a trained and certified electrician, is prescribed: - after any alterations - after any modifications or installations of additional components - following repairs, care and maintenance - at least every twelve months. Observe the relevant national and international standards and directives in connection with the safety inspection. More detailed information on safety inspections and calibration is available from your regional or national service centre, who will be pleased to provide you with copies of the necessary documents upon request. Disposal Do not dispose of this device with normal domestic waste! To comply with the European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and its implementation as national law, electrical equipment that has reached the end of its life must be collected separately and returned to an approved recycling facility Any device that you no longer require must be returned to our agent, or find out about the approved collection and recycling facilities in your area. Ignoring this European Directive may have potentially adverse affects on the environment and your health! XI ud_fr_st_sv_00467 022009 Safety markings Equipment with CE-markings fulfils the basic requirements of the LowVoltage and Electromagnetic Compatibility Guideline (e.g. relevant product standards according to EN 60 974). . Equipment marked with the CSA-Test Mark fulfils the requirements made in the relevant standards for Canada and the USA. Data security The user is responsible for the data security of changes made to factory settings. The manufacturer is not liable, if personal settings are deleted. Copyright Copyright to this instruction manual remains the property of the manufacturer. The text and illustrations are all technically correct at the time of going to print. The right to effect modifications is reserved. The contents of the instruction manual shall not provide the basis for any claims whatever on the part of the purchaser. If you have any suggestions for improvement, or can point out to us any mistakes which you may have found in the manual, we should be most grateful for your comments. ud_fr_st_sv_00467 022009 XII Table of contents General information 5 General .......................................................................................................................................................... Device concept .......................................................................................................................................... Requirements ............................................................................................................................................ Field of application ..................................................................................................................................... Warning notices affixed to the device ........................................................................................................ Control elements and connections 7 7 7 7 8 9 Description of the control panels ................................................................................................................... 11 General .................................................................................................................................................... 11 Safety ....................................................................................................................................................... 11 Manual control panel .................................................................................................................................... 12 General ................................................................................................................................................... 12 Manual control panel ............................................................................................................................... 12 Adjustment aid for Manual control panel .................................................................................................. 13 Synergic control panel .................................................................................................................................. 14 General ................................................................................................................................................... 14 Layout of the control panel ...................................................................................................................... 14 Synergic A control panel .......................................................................................................................... 14 Synergic B control panel .......................................................................................................................... 16 Connections and mechanical components ................................................................................................... 17 Wirefeeder front ...................................................................................................................................... 17 Wirefeeder rear ....................................................................................................................................... 17 Wirefeeder side ....................................................................................................................................... 18 Wirefeeder underside .............................................................................................................................. 19 Installation and commissioning 21 Before commissioning .................................................................................................................................. Safety ...................................................................................................................................................... Utilisation in accordance with „intended purpose“ .................................................................................... Setup regulations .................................................................................................................................... Placing wirefeeder on power source ............................................................................................................. General ................................................................................................................................................... Placing wirefeeder on power source ........................................................................................................ Connecting wirefeeder to power source ....................................................................................................... General ................................................................................................................................................... Connecting wirefeeder to power source .................................................................................................. Connecting the welding torch ....................................................................................................................... Safety ...................................................................................................................................................... Connecting MIG/MAG welding torches .................................................................................................... Inserting / replacing feed rollers .................................................................................................................... General ................................................................................................................................................... Inserting / replacing feed rollers ............................................................................................................... Inserting the wirespool, inserting the basket-type spool ................................................................................ Safety ...................................................................................................................................................... Inserting the wirespool ............................................................................................................................. Inserting the basket-type spool ................................................................................................................ Feeding in the wire electrode ........................................................................................................................ Feeding in the wire electrode ................................................................................................................... Setting the contact pressure .................................................................................................................... Adjusting the brake ....................................................................................................................................... General ................................................................................................................................................... Adjusting the brake .................................................................................................................................. Design of the brake ................................................................................................................................. 1 23 23 23 23 24 24 24 25 25 25 26 26 26 27 27 27 28 28 28 28 29 29 30 31 31 31 31 Commissioning ............................................................................................................................................. 32 General ................................................................................................................................................... 32 Requirements .......................................................................................................................................... 32 Welding 33 MIG/MAG modes .......................................................................................................................................... General ................................................................................................................................................... Symbols .................................................................................................................................................. 2-step mode ............................................................................................................................................ 4-step mode ............................................................................................................................................ Special 4-step mode ................................................................................................................................ MIG/MAG welding ........................................................................................................................................ Safety ...................................................................................................................................................... General tasks before MIG/MAG welding ................................................................................................. Overview ................................................................................................................................................. MIG/MAG standard synergic welding ........................................................................................................... General ................................................................................................................................................... MIG/MAG standard synergic welding ...................................................................................................... Adjustments while welding - manual control panel ................................................................................... MIG/MAG standard manual welding ............................................................................................................. General ................................................................................................................................................... Available parameters ............................................................................................................................... MIG/MAG standard manual welding - manual control panel .................................................................... Adjustments while welding - manual control panel ................................................................................... MIG/MAG standard manual welding - Synergic A control panel ............................................................... Corrections during welding - Synergic A control panel ............................................................................. MMA welding ................................................................................................................................................ Safety ...................................................................................................................................................... Preparations ............................................................................................................................................ MMA welding - manual control panel ....................................................................................................... Adjustments while welding - manual control panel ................................................................................... MMA welding - Synergic A control panel .................................................................................................. Adjustments while welding - Synergic A control panel .............................................................................. Hotstart function ...................................................................................................................................... Anti-stick function .................................................................................................................................... Saving and retrieving operating points .......................................................................................................... General ................................................................................................................................................... Saving operating points ........................................................................................................................... Retrieving operating points ...................................................................................................................... Setup parameters 35 35 35 35 36 36 37 37 37 37 38 38 38 39 40 40 40 40 41 42 43 44 44 44 44 45 45 46 46 47 48 48 48 48 49 Process set-up menu ................................................................................................................................... General ................................................................................................................................................... Process set-up menu - manual control panel .......................................................................................... Process set-up menu - Synergic A control panel ..................................................................................... Parameters for MIG/MAG welding in the Process set-up menu .............................................................. Parameters for rod electrode (MMA) welding in the Process set-up menu .............................................. Mode set-up menu ....................................................................................................................................... General ................................................................................................................................................... Mode set-up menu - Synergic A control panel ......................................................................................... Parameters for „Special 4-step mode“ in the mode set-up menu ............................................................. Set-up menu - Level 2 .................................................................................................................................. Set-up menu level 2 - manual control panel ............................................................................................. Set-up menu Level 2 - Synergic control panel ......................................................................................... Set-up menu Level 2 - Synergic control panel ......................................................................................... Parameters for MIG/MAG welding in the set-up menu level 2 ................................................................. 2 51 51 51 52 53 53 54 54 54 55 56 56 57 58 58 Troubleshooting and maintenance 59 Troubleshooting ............................................................................................................................................ General ................................................................................................................................................... Displayed service codes .......................................................................................................................... Troubleshooting the wirefeeder ............................................................................................................... Care, maintenance and disposal .................................................................................................................. General ................................................................................................................................................... At every start-up ...................................................................................................................................... Every 6 months ....................................................................................................................................... Disposal .................................................................................................................................................. Annex 61 61 61 65 67 67 67 67 67 69 Technical data .............................................................................................................................................. 71 VR 5000 .................................................................................................................................................. 71 Fronius Worldwide 3 4 General information 5 6 General Device concept Wirefeeders in the VR 5000 series are equipped with a cover for wirespools with a maximum diameter of 300 mm (11.81 in.). The standard 4-roll drive has good wirefeeding properties. The wirefeeders in the VR 5000 series are also suitable for long hosepacks. Due to their compact design, the VR 5000 wirefeeders can be used in many different ways. VR 5000 wirefeeder Requirements The VR 5000 wirefeeders can be operated with the TransSteel 3500 / 5000 power sources. Field of application The VR 5000 series of wirefeeders, in combination with any of the standard protective gas shields, is suitable for all MIG/MAG welding tasks. 7 Warning notices affixed to the device The wirefeeder is fitted with safety symbols on the rating plate. The safety symbols must NOT be removed or painted over. The symbols warn against operating the equipment incorrectly, as this may result in serious injury and damage. Welding is dangerous. The following basic requirements must be met: Welders must be sufficiently qualified Suitable protective equipment Keep all persons not involved in the welding process at a safe distance Warning notices on the wirefeeder 8 Do not use the functions described until you have thoroughly read and understood the following documents: these operating instructions all the operating instructions for the system components, especially the safety rules Control elements and connections 9 10 Description of the control panels General The functions on the control panels are all arranged in a very logical way. The various parameters needed for welding are easy to select, by pressing the appropriate button, and can easily be altered using buttons or the adjusting dial displayed on the digital display during welding Thanks to the synergic function, whenever you alter any one parameter, appropriate changes will automatically be made to all the other parameters. NOTE! Owing to software updates, you may find that your device has certain functions that are not described in these operating instructions, or vice versa. Certain illustrations may also differ slightly from the actual control elements on your device. However, these control elements function in exactly the same way. Important! Parameters that must be entered at a wirefeeder control panel cannot be changed at the power source. Parameters can only be changed at the wirefeeder. Safety WARNING! Operating the equipment incorrectly can cause serious injury and damage. Do not use the functions described until you have thoroughly read and understood the following documents: these operating instructions all the operating instructions for the system components, especially the safety rules 11 Manual control panel General The Manual control panel allows welding parameters to be set manually in a very straightforward process. Manual control panel (6) (5) (5) (4) (3) (2) (1) Manual control panel No. Function (1) „Process“ button for selecting the process MIG/MAG welding STICK - MMA welding to select parameters in the Set-up menu (2) „Mode“ button for selecting the mode 2-step mode 4-step mode to select parameters in the Set-up menu (3) Welding voltage adjuster for selecting the welding voltage in V The welding voltage is directly related to the length of the arc. (4) Wirefeed speed adjuster for selecting the wirefeed speed in m/min or ipm. If the welding voltage remains (3) constant, the welding current increases as the wirefeed speed (4) increases. 12 Manual control panel (continued) (5) „Dynamic“ buttons for influencing the short-circuiting dynamic at the instant of droplet transfer harder, more stable arc + soft, low-spatter arc to change parameters in the Set-up menu (6) HOLD indicator every time you finish a welding operation, the actual values for welding current and welding voltage are stored, and the „Hold“ indicator lights up. Adjustment aid for Manual control panel For selected material / protective gas shield combinations, the VR 5000 includes adjustment aids in the form of foils that can be easily attached to and removed from the Manual control panel. The adjustment aids have additional scales that correspond to the sheet thickness used. If both the adjusters are set to the current value for the sheet thickness, this will produce a good basic setting for the respective material / protective gas shield combination. (2) (1) Adjustment aid for the Manual control panel, e.g. for steel 1.0 mm, CO2 100 % No. Function (1) Adjustment aid applies with the specified material / protective gas shield combination e.g.: Steel Material Ø 1.0 mm Wire diameter CO2 100 % Protective gas shield (2) Scales for sheet thickness in mm The two adjusters must be set to the appropriate value for the sheet thickness being used in order to obtain the basic setting according to the adjustment aid. 13 Synergic control panel General The power source uses the Synergic control panel and certain general items of data such as sheet thickness, filler metal, wire diameter and protective gas shield to calculate the best welding parameters. As a result, stored knowledge is available at all times. All the parameters can be adjusted manually as required. The Synergic control panel also allows parameters to be defined totally manually. Layout of the control panel Synergic A control panel The Synergic control panel is split. Synergic B control panel Control panel sections A and B Synergic A control panel (9) (8) (1) (2) (3) (4) (7) (6) Synergic control panel 14 (5) Synergic A control panel (continued) No. Function (1) „Parameter selection“ button (right) for selecting the following parameters Arc length correction for correcting the arc length Welding voltage Welding voltage in V. Before the start of welding, the machine automatically displays a standard value based on the programmed parameters. During welding, the actual value is displayed. Arc-force dynamic for influencing the short-circuiting dynamic at the instant of droplet transfer - harder, more stable arc 0 neutral arc + soft, low-spatter arc The relevant symbol lights up when a parameter is selected. to change parameters in the Set-up menu (2) „Parameter selection“ button (left) for selecting the following parameters Sheet thickness *) Sheet thickness in mm or in. Welding current *) Welding current in A Before the start of welding, the machine automatically displays a standard value based on the programmed parameters. During welding, the actual value is displayed. Wirefeed speed *) Wirefeed speed (m/min or ipm). The relevant symbol lights up when a parameter is selected. *) In the MIG/MAG standard synergic welding process, if one of these parameters is selected then the Synergic function ensures that all other parameters, including the welding voltage parameter, are adjusted automatically. to change parameters in the Set-up menu (3) Right adjusting dial for modifying the arc length correction, welding voltage and arc-force dynamic parameters to change parameters in the Set-up menu (4) Left adjusting dial for modifying the sheet thickness, welding current and wirefeed speed parameters to change parameters in the Set-up menu (5) „Process“ button for selecting the process MANUAL - MIG/MAG standard manual welding SYNERGIC - MIG/MAG standard synergic welding STICK - MMA welding 15 Synergic A control panel (continued) No. Function (6) „Mode“ button for selecting the mode 2 T - 2-step mode 4 T - 4-step mode S 4 T - Special 4-step mode (7) „Save“ buttons for saving up to 5 operating points (8) Transition arc indicator between the dip-transfer arc and the spray arc, a spatter-prone „transition arc“ occurs. To alert you to this critical area - and help you avoid it - the transition arc indicator lights up. (9) HOLD indicator every time you finish a welding operation, the actual values for welding current and welding voltage are stored, and the „Hold“ indicator lights up. Synergic B control panel No. Function (1) „Material“ button for selecting the filler metal to be used. Parameter SP is reserved for filler metals. When a material type is selected, the LED behind the relevant filler metal lights up. (1) (2) (3) Synergic B control panel No. Function (2) „Wire diameter“ button for selecting the wire diameter to be used. Parameter SP is reserved for additional wire diameters. When a wire diameter is selected, the LED behind the relevant wire diameter lights up. (3) „Protective gas shield“ button for selecting the protective gas shield to be used. Parameter SP is reserved for additional protective gas shields. When a protective gas shield is selected, the LED behind the relevant protective gas shield lights up. 16 Connections and mechanical components Wirefeeder front No. Function (1) Welding torch connection for connecting the welding torch (2) Water flow connection (black) option when the optional water connection is installed, otherwise blanking cover (3) Water return connection (red) option when the optional water connection is installed, otherwise blanking cover (3) (2) (4) Position for option (+) - current socket with bayonet latch (1) (5) Position for LocalNet connection socket option (5) (4) VR 5000 - Front view Wirefeeder rear No. Function (1) (+) - Socket with bayonet latch for interconnecting hosepack (2) Blanking cover (3) Enhanced LocalNet connection for enhanced LocalNet with lines for motor supply and motor control (4) Protective gas shield connection option when the optional protective gas shield connection is installed, otherwise blanking cover (1) (2) (3) (5) Water return connection (red) option when the optional water connection is installed, otherwise blanking cover (4) (5) (6) (6) Water flow connection (black) option when the optional water connection is installed, otherwise blanking cover VR 5000 - rear view 17 Wirefeeder side (1) (2) (3) (4) VR 5000 - side view No. Function (1) Wirespool holder with brake for holding standard wirespools with a max. diameter of 300 mm (11.81 in) and max. weight of 19 kg (41.89 lbs.) (2) Synergic control panel section B in conjunction with the Synergic control panel (3) 4 roller drive (4) „Feeder inching“ / „Gas test“ button - option Push button downwards: to feed the wire electrode into the welding torch hosepack with no accompanying flow of gas or current. While the button is being held down, the wire-feed unit runs at feeder inching speed. Push button upwards: to set the required quantity of gas at the pressure regulator. - Tap button once: protective gas flows out - Tap button again: protective gas flow stops If the „Gas test“ button is not tapped again, the protective gas flow will stop after 30 s. 18 Wirefeeder underside No. Function (1) Socket for swivel pin for placing the wirefeeder on the swivel pin in the swivel pin holder (1) VR 5000 - view from below 19 20 Installation and commissioning 21 22 Before commissioning Safety WARNING! Operating the equipment incorrectly can cause serious injury and damage. Do not use the functions described until you have thoroughly read and understood the following documents: these operating instructions all the operating instructions for the system components, especially the safety rules WARNING! An electric shock can be fatal. If the device is plugged into the mains supply during installation, there is a high risk of very serious injury and damage. Only carry out work on the device when the mains switch is in the „O“ position, the device is unplugged from the mains. Utilisation in accordance with „intended purpose“ The device is intended exclusively for wire feeding in MIG/MAG welding. Utilisation for any other purpose, or in any other manner, shall be deemed to be „not in accordance with the intended purpose“. The manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage resulting from such improper use. Utilisation in accordance with the „intended purpose“ also includes following all the instructions in this manual carrying out all the specified inspection and servicing work Setup regulations WARNING! A machine that topples over or falls from its stand can easily kill someone. Place devices, upright consoles and trolleys on a solid, level surface in such a way that they remain stable. If a swivel pin holder is being used, make sure that the wirefeeder is seated securely on the swivel pin. 23 Placing wirefeeder on power source General The wirefeeders can be placed on the power source if a swivel pin holder is available, e.g.: „PickUp“ swivel pin holder VR 5000, for use with the „PickUp 5000“ trolley Placing wirefeeder on power source CAUTION! Risk of injury and damage from falling wirefeeder. Make sure that the wirefeeder is located securely on the swivel pin and that the devices, upright consoles and trolleys are stable. 1 1 24 Connecting wirefeeder to power source General The wirefeeder is connected to the power source using the interconnecting hosepack. Connecting wirefeeder to power source WARNING! Fitting the equipment incorrectly can cause serious injury and damage. Do not carry out the steps described here until you have read and completely understood all the operating instructions. NOTE! When connecting the interconnecting hosepack, check that - all connections are connected properly - all cables, leads and hosepacks are undamaged and correctly insulated 2 1 1 1 3 2 4 2 5 6 7 4 3 Important! To prevent wear and tear, form a loop towards the inside when connecting the cables. A strain-relief device is not provided in the case of 1.2 m (3 ft. 11.24 in.) interconnecting hosepacks. 25 Connecting the welding torch NOTE! When connecting the welding torch, check that - all connections are connected properly - all cables, leads and hosepacks are undamaged and correctly insulated. Safety Connecting MIG/ MAG welding torches * 1 1 5 4 3 6 3 * 2 2 26 7 * when the optional water connection and the water-cooled welding torch are installed Inserting / replacing feed rollers General In order to achieve optimum wire electrode feed, the feed rollers must be suitable for the diameter and alloy of the wire being welded. Important! Use only feed rollers that match the wire electrode. An overview of the feed rollers available and their possible areas of use can be found in the spare parts lists. Inserting / replacing feed rollers CAUTION! Risk of injury if the feed roller holders fly upwards. When unlocking the lever, keep fingers away from the area to the left and right of the lever. 2 1 1 2 4 5 3 3 13 2 5 6 3 7 4 3 3 4 2 2 3 2 8 6 4 7 1 5 1 2 27 2 3 3 4 Inserting the wirespool, inserting the basket-type spool Safety CAUTION! Risk of injury from springiness of spooled wire electrode. When inserting the wirespool/basket-type spool, hold the end of the wire electrode firmly to avoid injuries caused by the wire electrode springing back. CAUTION! Risk of injury from falling wirespool / basket-type spool. Make sure that the wirespool or basket-type spool with adapter is fitted securely to the wirespool holder. Inserting the wirespool 1 1 2 4 3 Inserting the basket-type spool NOTE! When working with basket-type spools, use only the basket-type spool adapter supplied with the wire-feed unit! CAUTION! Risk of injury from falling basket-type spool. Place basket-type spool on the adapter provided in such a way that the bars on the spool are inside the adapter guideways. 1 2 1 1 2 1 3 2 2 28 Feeding in the wire electrode Feeding in the wire electrode CAUTION! Risk of injury from springiness of spooled wire electrode. When inserting the wire electrode into the 4 roller drive, hold the end of the wire electrode firmly to avoid injuries caused by the wire springing back. CAUTION! Risk of damage to the welding torch from sharp end of wire electrode. Deburr the end of the wire electrode well before feeding in. 2 1 1 1 2 1 3 2 2 5 4 CAUTION! Risk of injury from wire electrode emerging at speed. Keep the welding torch away from face and body when pressing the „Feeder inching“ button. Important! To facilitate exact positioning of the wire electrode, the following sequences are possible when the feeder inching button is pressed and held down: - Feeder inching / Gas test button 10 - Wire feed speed (m/min or ipm) 1 t (s) 1 2 2.5 3 4 5 - Hold down the button for up to one second ...For the first second, the wire feed speed remains at 1 m/min or 39.37 ipm. Hold down the button for up to 2.5 seconds ... After the end of a 1second period, the wire feed speed increases at a uniform rate over the next 1.5 seconds. Hold down the button for longer than 2.5 seconds ... After a total of 2.5 seconds the wire feed speed remains constant at 10 m/min or 393.7 ipm. Passage over time of the wire feed speed when the feeder inching button is pressed and held down If the feeder inching button is released and pressed again before the end of the 1second period, the sequence starts again from the beginning. This makes it possible to position the wire continuously at the low wire feed speed of 1 m/min or 39.37 ipm when necessary. 29 Feeding in the wire electrode (continued) 4 3 1 1 2 2 3 1 5 4 Setting the contact pressure 3 NOTE! Adjust the contact pressure in such a way that the wire electrode is not deformed, but is nevertheless transported properly. 1 1 Contact pressure guideline values U-grooved rollers Steel 4-5 CrNi 4-5 Tubular cored electrodes 2-3 30 Adjusting the brake General Adjusting the brake Important! After releasing the torch trigger the wirespool should stop unreeling. Adjust brake if necessary. 1 2 2 1 4 3 STOP 2 1 6 5 7 3 1 STOP 2 OK 3 4 Design of the brake WARNING! Fitting the equipment incorrectly can cause serious injury and damage. Do not dismantle the brake. Maintenance and servicing of brakes to be carried out by trained, qualified personnel only. The brake is only available as a complete unit. This illustration is for information purposes only. 31 Commissioning General WARNING! Operating the equipment incorrectly can cause serious injury and damage. Do not use the functions described until you have thoroughly read and understood the following documents: these operating instructions all the operating instructions for the system components, especially the safety rules The wirefeeder is commissioned by pressing the torch trigger (for manual applications) or by means of a welding start-up signal (for automatic applications). Requirements When commissioning the wirefeeder, the following requirements must be met: Wirefeeder connected to the power source using the interconnecting hosepack Welding torch connected to wirefeeder Feed rollers inserted in the wirefeeder Wirespool or basket-type spool and adapter inserted in the wirefeeder Wire electrode fed in Braking force set Feed roller contact pressure set All covers closed, all side panels in place, all protection devices intact and in their proper place 32 Welding 33 34 MIG/MAG modes General WARNING! Operating the equipment incorrectly can cause serious injury and damage. Do not use the functions described until you have thoroughly read and understood the following documents: these operating instructions all the operating instructions for the system components, especially the safety rules For details of the meaning, setting, setting range and units of the available parameters (e.g. GPr), please refer to the section entitled „Set-up parameters“. Symbols Press the torch trigger Press torch trigger symbol 2-step mode Hold the torch trigger Hold torch trigger symbol Release the torch trigger Release torch trigger symbol „2-step mode“ is suitable for tacking-work short seams automatic and robot welding + I GPr I 2-step mode 35 GPo t 4-step mode „4-step mode“ is suitable for longer weld seams. + + I GPr GPo I t 4-step mode Special 4-step mode „Special 4-step mode“ is particularly suitable for welding in higher power ranges. In special 4-step mode the arc starts at relatively low power, making it easier to stabilise. + + I GPr I-S SL I Special 4-step mode 36 SL I-E GPo t MIG/MAG welding Safety WARNING! Operating the equipment incorrectly can cause serious injury and damage. Do not use the functions described until you have thoroughly read and understood the following documents: these operating instructions all the operating instructions for the system components, especially the safety rules WARNING! An electric shock can be fatal. If the device is plugged into the mains supply during installation, there is a high risk of very serious injury and damage. Only carry out work on the device when the mains switch is in the „O“ position, the device is unplugged from the mains. General tasks before MIG/MAG welding 1. Only where a cooling unit and water-cooled welding torch are used: Connect the water hoses of the welding torch to the correct plug-type connectors on the wirefeeder 2. 3. Plug in the mains plug Move the mains switch to the „I“ position: All the indicators on the control panel light up briefly where applicable, the cooling unit starts to run Important! Follow the safety rules and note operating conditions in the cooling unit operating instructions. Overview „MIG/MAG welding“ is composed of the following sections: MIG/MAG standard synergic welding MIG/MAG standard manual welding Special functions and options 37 MIG/MAG standard synergic welding General The MIG/MAG standard synergic welding process is only available in combination with the Synergic control panel. MIG/MAG standard synergic welding On Synergic B control panel: 1. Press the „Material“ button to select the filler metal used. The assignment of SP depends on the welding database used for the power source. 2. Press the „Wire diameter“ button to select the diameter of the wire electrode used. The assignment of SP depends on the welding database used for the power source. 3. Use the „Protective gas shield“ button to select the protective gas shield used. The assignment of SP depends on the welding database used for the power source. On Synergic A control panel: 4. Press the „Process“ button to select the desired welding process: MIG/MAG standard synergic welding 5. Press the „Mode“ button to select the desired MIG/MAG mode: 2-step mode 4-step mode Special 4-step mode Important! Parameters that have been set on a system component control panel (e.g. remote control unit) might not be able to be changed on the wirefeeder control panel. 6. Press the „Parameter selection“ buttons to select the welding parameters to be used to specify the welding power: Sheet thickness Welding current Wirefeed speed Welding voltage 38 MIG/MAG standard manual welding - manual control panel (continued) 5. Open the gas cylinder valve 6. Set the shielding gas flow rate: If a Feeder inching / Gas test button is fitted: Press upwards and hold the „Feeder inching“ / „Gas test“ button Turn the adjusting screw on the underside of the pressure regulator until the pressure gauge shows the desired shielding gas flow rate Release the „Feeder inching“ / „Gas test“ button If a Feeder inching / Gas test button is not fitted: Disengage the feed rollers CAUTION! Risk of injury and damage from electric shock and from wire electrode emerging from the torch. When pressing the torch trigger: hold the torch so that it points away from your face and body do not point the welding torch at people make sure that the wire electrode does not touch any electrically conducting or earthed (grounded) parts, such as the housing, etc. - Press and hold the torch trigger Turn the adjusting screw on the underside of the pressure regulator until the pressure gauge shows the desired shielding gas flow rate Release the torch trigger Engage the feed rollers CAUTION! Risk of injury and damage from electric shock and from wire electrode emerging from the torch. When pressing the torch trigger: hold the torch so that it points away from your face and body do not point the welding torch at people make sure that the wire electrode does not touch any electrically conducting or earthed (grounded) parts, such as the housing, etc. 7. Adjustments while welding manual control panel Press the torch trigger and start welding To obtain the best possible welding results, the dynamic correction parameter will sometimes need to be adjusted. 1. Set the required arc-force dynamic using the Dynamic buttons. The value of the parameter is indicated by the LEDs located between the buttons. Arc length correction for correcting the arc length 0 + shorter arc length neutral arc length longer arc length Arc-force dynamic for influencing the short-circuiting dynamic at the instant of droplet transfer + harder, more stable arc soft, low-spatter arc 39 Korrek Schwe MIG/MAG standard manual welding General The MIG/MAG standard manual welding process is a MIG/MAG welding process with no synergic function. Changing one parameter does not result in any automatic adjustments to the other parameters. All of the variable parameters must therefore be adjusted individually, as dictated by the welding process in question. Available parameters The following parameters are available in MIG/MAG standard manual welding: Wirefeed speed 1 m/min (39.37 ipm) - maximum wirefeed speed, e.g. 25.0 m/min (984.25 ipm) Welding voltage TSt 3500: 14.5 – 31.5 V TSt 5000: 14.5 – 39 V Arc-force dynamic ... for influencing the short-circuiting dynamic at the instant of droplet transfer Welding current only the actual value is displayed MIG/MAG standard manual welding - manual control panel 1. Press the Process button to select the desired welding process: MIG/MAG welding 2. Press the Mode button to select the desired MIG/MAG mode: 2-step mode 4-step mode Important! Parameters that have been set on a system component control panel (e.g. remote control unit) may not be able to be changed on the wire-feed unit control panel. 3. 4. Set the required wire feed speed using the wire feed speed adjuster Set the required welding voltage using the welding voltage adjuster The parameter values are shown in the digital indicator located above them. 40 MIG/MAG standard manual welding - manual control panel (continued) 5. Open the gas cylinder valve 6. Set the shielding gas flow rate: If a Feeder inching / Gas test button is fitted: Press upwards and hold the „Feeder inching“ / „Gas test“ button Turn the adjusting screw on the underside of the pressure regulator until the pressure gauge shows the desired shielding gas flow rate Release the „Feeder inching“ / „Gas test“ button If a Feeder inching / Gas test button is not fitted: Disengage the feed rollers CAUTION! Risk of injury and damage from electric shock and from wire electrode emerging from the torch. When pressing the torch trigger: hold the torch so that it points away from your face and body do not point the welding torch at people make sure that the wire electrode does not touch any electrically conducting or earthed (grounded) parts, such as the housing, etc. - Press and hold the torch trigger Turn the adjusting screw on the underside of the pressure regulator until the pressure gauge shows the desired shielding gas flow rate Release the torch trigger Engage the feed rollers CAUTION! Risk of injury and damage from electric shock and from wire electrode emerging from the torch. When pressing the torch trigger: hold the torch so that it points away from your face and body do not point the welding torch at people make sure that the wire electrode does not touch any electrically conducting or earthed (grounded) parts, such as the housing, etc. 7. Adjustments while welding manual control panel Press the torch trigger and start welding To obtain the best possible welding results, the dynamic correction parameter will sometimes need to be adjusted. 1. Set the required arc-force dynamic using the Dynamic buttons. The value of the parameter is indicated by the LEDs located between the buttons. Arc-force dynamic for influencing the short-circuiting dynamic at the instant of droplet transfer harder, more stable arc + soft, low-spatter arc 41 MIG/MAG standard manual welding - Synergic A control panel On Synergic A control panel: 1. Press the „Process“ button to select the desired welding process: MIG/MAG standard manual welding 2. Press the „Mode“ button to select the desired MIG/MAG mode: 2-step mode 4-step mode In MIG/MAG standard manual welding, „Special 4-step“ mode corresponds to conventional 4-step operation. Important! Parameters that have been set on a system component control panel (e.g. remote control unit) might not be able to be changed on the wirefeeder control panel. 3. 4. 5. 6. Press the „Parameter selection“ button and select the wirefeed speed parameter Use the adjusting dial to set the wirefeed speed to the desired value Press the „Parameter selection“ button and select the welding voltage parameter Use the adjusting dial to set the welding voltage to the desired value Parameter values are shown in the digital indicator located above them. All parameter command values that have been set using the adjusting dial or the buttons on the welding torch are stored until the next time they are changed. This is true even if the power source is switched off and on again in the meantime. To display the actual welding current during welding: Press the „Parameter selection“ button and select the welding current parameter. The actual welding current is displayed in the digital indicator during welding. 7. Open the gas cylinder valve 8. Set the shielding gas flow rate: If a Feeder inching / Gas test button is fitted: Press upwards and hold the „Feeder inching“ / „Gas test“ button Turn the adjusting screw on the underside of the pressure regulator until the pressure gauge shows the desired shielding gas flow rate Release the „Feeder inching“ / „Gas test“ button If a Feeder inching / Gas test button is not fitted: Disengage the feed rollers CAUTION! Risk of injury and damage from electric shock and from wire electrode emerging from the torch. When pressing the torch trigger: hold the torch so that it points away from your face and body do not point the welding torch at people make sure that the wire electrode does not touch any electrically conducting or earthed (grounded) parts, such as the housing, etc. - Press and hold the torch trigger Turn the adjusting screw on the underside of the pressure regulator until the pressure gauge shows the desired shielding gas flow rate Release the torch trigger Engage the feed rollers 42 MIG/MAG standard manual welding - Synergic A control panel (continued) CAUTION! Risk of injury and damage from electric shock and from wire electrode emerging from the torch. When you press the torch trigger: hold the torch so that it points away from your face and body do not point the welding torch at people make sure that the wire electrode does not touch any electrically conducting or earthed (grounded) parts, such as the housing, etc. 9. Corrections during welding Synergic A control panel Press the torch trigger and start welding To obtain the best possible welding results, the dynamic parameter will sometimes need to be adjusted. 1. 2. Press the „Parameter selection“ button and select the dynamic parameter Use the adjusting dial to set the dynamic to the desired value The parameter value is shown in the digital indicator located above it. Arc-force dynamic for influencing the short-circuiting dynamic at the instant of droplet transfer 0 harder, more stable arc 10 soft, low-spatter arc 43 MMA welding Safety WARNING! Operating the equipment incorrectly can cause serious injury and damage. Do not use the functions described until you have thoroughly read and understood the following documents: these operating instructions all the operating instructions for the system components, especially the safety rules WARNING! An electric shock can be fatal. If the device is plugged into the mains supply during installation, there is a high risk of very serious injury and damage. Only carry out work on the device when the mains switch is in the „O“ position, the device is unplugged from the mains. Preparations 1. 2. 3. Turn the mains switch to the „O“ position Unplug the device from the mains Remove the MIG/MAG welding torch Important! Check the rod electrode packaging to determine whether the rod electrodes are for (+) or (-) welding. 4. 5. 6. 7. MMA welding manual control panel Plug the grounding (earthing) cable into either the (-) or the (+) current socket, depending on the type of electrode, and latch it in firmly With the other end of the earthing (grounding) cable, establish a connection to the workpiece Plug the bayonet current plug of the electrode holder cable into the free current socket with the opposite polarity, according to the type of electrode, and twist it clockwise to latch it in place Plug in the mains plug CAUTION! Risk of injury and damage from electric shock. As soon as the mains switch is in the „I“ position, the rod electrode in the electrode holder is LIVE. Make sure that the rod electrode does not touch any persons or electrically conducting or earthed parts (e.g. the housing etc.) 1. 2. Move the mains switch to the „I“ position: All the indicators on the control panel light up briefly Press the Process button to select the MMA welding process: The welding voltage is connected to the welding socket with a 3-second time lag. 44 MMA welding manual control panel (continued) If the rod electrode (MMA) welding process is selected, any cooling unit present is automatically deactivated. It is not possible to switch it on. Important! Parameters that have been set on a system component control panel (e.g. remote control unit) may not be able to be changed on the wire-feed unit control panel. 3. Use the wirespeed adjuster to set the desired amperage. The parameter values are shown in the digital indicator located above them. 4. Adjustments while welding manual control panel Start welding To obtain the best possible welding results, the dynamic correction parameter will sometimes need to be adjusted. 1. Set the required arc-force dynamic using the Dynamic buttons. The value of the parameter is indicated by the LEDs located between the buttons. Arc-force dynamic for influencing the short-circuiting dynamic at the instant of droplet transfer harder, more stable arc + soft, low-spatter arc MMA welding Synergic A control panel CAUTION! Risk of injury and damage from electric shock. As soon as the mains switch is in the „I“ position, the rod electrode in the electrode holder is LIVE. Make sure that the rod electrode does not touch any persons or electrically conducting or earthed parts (e.g. the housing etc.) 1. 2. Move the mains switch to the „I“ position: All the indicators on the control panel light up briefly Press the Process button to select the MMA welding process: The welding voltage is connected to the welding socket with a 3-second time lag. If the rod electrode (MMA) welding process is selected, any cooling unit present is automatically deactivated. It is not possible to switch it on. Important! Parameters that have been set on a system component control panel (e.g. remote control unit) may not be able to be changed on the wire-feed unit control panel. 45 MMA welding Synergic A control panel (continued) 3. 4. Press the „Parameter selection“ button and select the welding current parameter. Use the adjusting dial to set the desired amperage. The amperage value is displayed in the left-hand digital display. All parameter command values that have been set by means of the adjusting dial will remain stored until the next time they are changed. This applies even if the power source is switched off and on again in the meantime. 5. Adjustments while welding Synergic A control panel Start welding In order to obtain the best possible welding results, the following parameter can be corrected in certain circumstances: 1. 2. Press the „Parameter selection“ button and select the dynamic correction parameter Use the adjusting dial to set the dynamic correction to the desired value The parameter value is shown in the digital indicator located above it. Arc-force dynamic for influencing the short-circuiting amperage at the instant of droplet transfer 0 harder, more stable arc 100 soft, low-spatter arc Hotstart function To obtain optimum welding results, it will sometimes be necessary to adjust the Hotstart function. Advantages Improved ignition, even when using electrodes with poor ignition properties Better fusion of the base metal in the start-up phase, meaning fewer cold-shut defects Largely prevents slag inclusions For details on setting the available parameters, please refer to „Set-up parameters“, „Set-up menu - level 2“. 46 Hotstart function (continued) I (A) Legend Hti ........ Hot-current time, 0 - 2 s, factory setting: 0.5 s HCU .... Hot-start current, 0 - 200%, factory setting 150 % IH .......... Main current = Pre-set welding current Hti 300 HCU > IH 200 HCU IH t (s) 0,5 1 Mode of operation During the specified hot-current time (Hti), the welding current is increased to a certain value. This value (HCU) is higher than the selected welding current (IH). 1,5 Example of „Hotstart“ function Anti-stick function As the arc becomes shorter, the welding voltage may drop so far that the rod electrode will tend to „stick“. This may also cause „burn-out“ of the rod electrode. Electrode burn-out is prevented if the anti-stick function has been activated. If the rod electrode begins to stick, the power source immediately switches the welding current off. After the rod electrode has been detached from the workpiece, the welding operation can be continued without difficulty. The anti-stick function can be activated and deactivated in the set-up parameters in „Setup menu: level 2“. 47 Saving and retrieving operating points General The „Save“ buttons allow up to 5 tried-and-tested operating points to be saved. The settings do not need to be documented manually. The current settings on the control panel are saved. Important! Set-up parameters are not saved at this time. Saving operating points 1. Press and hold down one of the „Save“ buttons in order to save the current settings on the control panel, e.g.: The left indicator reads „Pro“. Once the left indicator has reverted to its original content, e.g.: Retrieving operating points 2. Release the „Save“ button 1. To retrieve saved settings press the corresponding „Save“ button briefly, e.g.: The control panel will show the saved settings, e.g.: 48 Setup parameters 49 50 Process set-up menu General The Process set-up menu provides simple access to expert knowledge in the power source and to additional functions. The Process set-up menu can be used to make simple adjustments of the parameters to the various job settings. Process set-up menu - manual control panel The setting of the process parameters is described on the basis of the „MIG/MAG welding“ process. The procedure for changing other process parameters is identical. Open the Process set-up menu 1. Use the Process button to select the „MIG/MAG welding“ process 2. Press and hold the Mode button 3. Press the Process button 4. Release the Mode and Process buttons The control panel is now in the set-up menu for the „MIG/MAG welding“ process - the last parameter that was selected is displayed. Changing a parameter 5. Use the Mode and Process buttons to select the desired parameter 6. use the Dynamic buttons to change the value of the parameter Exiting from the set-up menu 7. Press and hold the Mode button 8. Press the Process button 9. Release the Mode and Process buttons 51 Process set-up menu - Synergic A control panel Setting process parameters is described here with reference to the MIG/MAG standard synergic welding process. The procedure for changing other process parameters is identical. Open the Process set-up menu 1. Use the „Process“ button to select the MIG/MAG standard synergic welding process 2. Press and hold the Mode button 3. Press the Process button 4. Release the Mode and Process buttons The control panel is now in the set-up menu for the „MIG/MAG standard synergic welding“ process - the last parameter that was selected is displayed. Changing a parameter 5. Select the required parameter using the Mode and Process buttons or the left adjusting dial 6. Change the value of the parameter using the Parameter Selection button or the right adjusting dial Exiting from the set-up menu 7. Press and hold the Mode button 8. Press the Process button 9. Release the Mode and Process buttons 52 Parameters for MIG/MAG welding in the Process set-up menu The parameters available in the Process set-up menu are described below for the following MIG/MAG welding processes: MIG/MAG standard manual welding MIG/MAG standard synergic welding „min.“ and „max.“ are used for setting ranges that differ according to power source, wirefeed unit, welding program, etc. GPr Gas pre-flow time Unit Setting range Factory setting s 0 - 9,9 0,1 GPo Gas post-flow time Unit Setting range Factory setting s 0 - 9,9 0,5 FAC Reset power source to factory setting Press and hold down the Dynamic (manual control panel) or the Parameter Selection (Synergic A control panel) button for 2 s to restore the factory settings - when „PrG“ appears on the digital display, the power source has been reset Important! When the power source is reset, all the customised settings in the set-up menu are lost. When the power source is reset, jobs are not deleted but are retained in the memory. The functions in the second level of the set-up menu (2nd) are not deleted either. Exception: The „Ignition time-out“ parameter (ito). 2nd Second level of the set-up menu (see “Set-up menu - level 2”) Parameters for rod electrode (MMA) welding in the Process setup menu Important! If you reset the power source using the Factory parameter FAC, the hotcurrent time (Hti) and hot-start current (HCU) parameters are also reset. Hti Hot-current time Unit Setting range Factory setting s 0 - 2,0 0,5 HCU Hot-start current Unit Setting range Factory setting % 0 - 200 150 2nd Second level of the set-up menu (see “Set-up menu - level 2”) 53 Mode set-up menu General The Mode set-up menu provides simple access to expert knowledge in the power source and to additional functions. The Mode set-up menu can be used to make simple adjustments of the parameters to the various job settings. Mode set-up menu - Synergic A control panel Setting the Mode parameters is described by reference to „Special 4-step mode - S 4 T“ for the Synergic A control panel. Enter the Mode set-up menu 1. Use the Mode button to select „Special 4-step mode - S 4 T“ 2. Press and hold the Mode button 3. Press the Process button 4. Release the Mode and Process buttons The control panel is now in the set-up menu for „Special 4-step mode - S 4 T“ - the last parameter that was selected is displayed. Changing a parameter 5. Select the required parameter using the Mode and Process buttons or the left adjusting dial 6. Change the value of the parameter using the Parameter Selection button or the right adjusting dial Exiting from the set-up menu 7. Press and hold the Mode button 8. Press the Process button 9. Release the Mode and Process buttons 54 Parameters for „Special 4-step mode“ in the mode set-up menu I-S I (current) - Starting: Starting current Unit Setting range Factory setting % (of welding current) 0 - 200 100 SL Slope: 0 - 9.9 s Unit Setting range Factory setting s 0 - 9,9 0 I-E I (current) - End: Final current Unit Setting range Factory setting % of welding current 0 - 200 50 55 Set-up menu - Level 2 Set-up menu level 2 - manual control panel Opening the set-up menu 1. Press and hold the Mode button 2. Press the Process button 3. Release the Mode and Process buttons The control panel is now in the set-up menu - the last parameter that was selected is displayed. Select parameter „2nd“ 4. Use the Mode and Process buttons to select the parameter „2nd“ Accessing the set-up menu: Level 2 5. Press and hold the Mode button 6. Press the Process button 7. Release the Mode and Process buttons Changing a parameter 8. Use the Mode and Process buttons to select the desired parameter 9. Use the Dynamic buttons to change the value of the parameter Exiting from the set-up menu - level 2 10. Press and hold the Mode button 11. Press the Process button 12. Release the Mode and Process buttons 56 Set-up menu Level 2 - manual control panel (continued) Exiting from the set-up menu 13. Press and hold the Mode button 14. Press the Process button 15. Release the Mode and Process buttons Set-up menu Level 2 - Synergic control panel Opening the set-up menu 1. Press and hold the Mode button 2. Press the Process button 3. Release the Mode and Process buttons The control panel is now in the set-up menu - the last parameter that was selected is displayed. Select parameter „2nd“ 4. Use the Mode and Process buttons or the left adjustment dial to select the parameter „2nd“ Accessing the Set-up menu: Level 2 5. Press and hold the Mode button 6. Press the Process button 7. Release the Mode and Process buttons Changing a parameter 8. Select the required parameter using the Mode and Process buttons or the left adjusting dial 9. Change the value of the parameter using the Dynamic button or the right adjusting dial Exiting from the set-up menu - level 2 10. Press and hold the Mode button 11. Press the Process button 12. Release the Mode and Process buttons 57 Set-up menu Level 2 - Synergic control panel (continued) Exiting from the set-up menu 13. Press and hold the Mode button 14. Press the Process button 15. Release the Mode and Process buttons Parameters for MIG/MAG welding in the set-up menu level 2 C-C Cooling unit control Unit Setting range Factory setting Aut, On, Off Aut Aut: The cooling unit cuts out after a 2-minute welding off-time Important! If the „Thermostat“ option has been installed in the cooling unit, the cooling unit cuts out as soon as the return-flow temperature drops below 50°C, but at the earliest after a 2-minute welding off-time. On: The cooling unit is permanently ON Off: The cooling unit is permanently OFF Important! If the FAC parameter is used, the C-C parameter is not reset to the factory setting. C-t Cooling time - time from when the rate-of-flow watchdog is triggered until the „no | H2O“ service code is output. For example, if there are air bubbles in the cooling system, the cooling unit will not cut out until the end of this pre-set time. Unit Setting range Factory setting s 5 - 25 10 Important! Each time the power source is switched on, the cooling unit carries out a test run for 180 seconds. SEt Setting - country-specific setting (Standard / USA) ... Std / US Unit Setting range Factory setting Std, US (Standard / USA) Standard version: Std (measurements in cm / mm) USA version: US (measurements in in.) ASt Anti-stick Unit Setting range Factory setting On, Off Off 58 Troubleshooting and maintenance 59 60 Troubleshooting General WARNING! An electric shock can be fatal. Before opening the device Turn the mains switch to the „O“ position Unplug the device from the mains Put up an easy-to-understand warning sign to stop anybody inadvertently switching it back on again Using a suitable measuring instrument, check to make sure that electrically charged components (e.g. capacitors) have discharged CAUTION! Inadequate PE conductor connections can cause serious injury and damage. The housing screws provide a suitable PE conductor connection for earthing (grounding) the housing and must NOT be replaced by any other screws that do not provide a reliable PE conductor connection. Displayed service codes If an error message that is not described here appears on the displays, then the fault is one that can only be put right by a service engineer. Make a note of the error message shown in the display, and of the serial number and configuration of the power source, and contact our After-Sales Service team with a detailed description of the error. ESr | 1 to ESr | 5, ESr | 8 and ESr | 10 Cause: Remedy: Power source software error Switch off the power source, wait for 10 seconds and then switch it on again. If you have tried this several times and the error keeps recurring, contact After-Sales Service. ESr | 12 Cause: Remedy: Software not supported by power source Contact After-Sales Service ESr | 254 Cause: Remedy: Power source software error Switch off the power source, wait for 10 seconds and then switch it on again. If you have tried this several times and the error keeps recurring, contact After-Sales Service. EPr | 0 to EPr | 12 Cause: Remedy: Welding database power source defective Contact After-Sales Service ELn | 2 Cause: Remedy: Synergic B control panel, data connection interrupted Contact After-Sales Service Err | PE Cause: Remedy: The earth current watchdog has triggered the safety cut-out of the power source. Switch off the power source, connect the grounding (earthing) cable to a point on the workpiece that is closer to the arc, wait for 10 seconds and then switch it on again. If you have tried this several times and the error keeps recurring, contact After-Sales Service. 61 Displayed service codes (continued) PHA | SE Cause: Remedy: Phase failure Check the mains fuse, the mains lead and the mains plug Err | 51 Cause: Remedy: Mains undervoltage: The mains voltage has fallen below the tolerance range Check the mains voltage Err | 52 Cause: Remedy: Mains overvoltage: The mains voltage has risen above the tolerance range Check the mains voltage Err | IP Cause: Remedy: Primary overcurrent Contact After-Sales Service EPS | 7 Cause: Remedy: Defective welding current sensor Contact After-Sales Service EFd | 5 Cause: Remedy: Incorrect wirefeeder connected Connect correct wirefeeder or contact After-Sales Service EFd | 7 Cause: Remedy: Motor current sensor faulty Contact After-Sales Service EFd | 81, EFd | 83 Cause: Remedy: Fault in the wirefeed system (overcurrent in wirefeeder drive) Arrange the hosepack in as straight a line as possible; check that there are no kinks or dirt in the inner liner; check the contact pressure on the 4 roller drive Cause: Remedy: Wirefeeder motor is sticking or defective Check the wirefeeder motor or contact After-Sales Service to0 | xxx Note: xxx stands for a temperature value Cause: Remedy: Overtemperature in the primary circuit of the power source Allow power source to cool down to1 | xxx Note: xxx stands for a temperature value Cause: Remedy: Overtemperature in the power source control gear Allow power source to cool down to2 | xxx Note: xxx stands for a temperature value Cause: Remedy: Overtemperature in the secondary circuit of the power source Allow power source to cool down 62 Displayed service codes (continued) to3 | xxx Note: xxx stands for a temperature value Cause: Remedy: Overtemperature in the wirefeeder motor Allow wirefeeder to cool down to4 | xxx Note: xxx stands for a temperature value Cause: Remedy: Overtemperature in welding torch Allow welding torch to cool down to5 | xxx Note: xxx stands for a temperature value Cause: Remedy: Overtemperature in cooling unit Allow cooling unit to cool down. to6 | xxx Note: xxx stands for a temperature value Cause: Remedy: Overtemperature in the power source transformer Allow power source to cool down tu0 | xxx Note: xxx stands for a temperature value Cause: Remedy: Undertemperature in the power source primary circuit Place power source in a heated room and allow to warm up tu1 | xxx Note: xxx stands for a temperature value Cause: Remedy: Undertemperature in the power source control gear Place power source in a heated room and allow to warm up tu2 | xxx Note: xxx stands for a temperature value Cause: Remedy: Undertemperature in the power source secondary circuit Place power source in a heated room and allow to warm up tu3 | xxx Note: xxx stands for a temperature value Cause: Remedy: Undertemperature in the wirefeeder motor Place wirefeeder in a heated room and allow to warm up tu4 | xxx Note: xxx stands for a temperature value Cause: Remedy: Undertemperature in the welding torch Place welding torch in a heated room and allow to warm up tu5 | xxx Note: xxx stands for a temperature value Cause: Remedy: Undertemperature in the cooling unit Place cooling unit in a heated room and allow to warm up tu6 | xxx Note: xxx stands for a temperature value Cause: Remedy: Overtemperature in the power source transformer Place power source in a heated room and allow to warm up 63 Displayed service codes (continued) Err | tf0 Cause: Remedy: Faulty temperature sensor in the power source primary circuit Contact After-Sales Service Err | tf1 Cause: Remedy: Faulty temperature sensor in the power source control gear Contact After-Sales Service Err | tf2 Cause: Remedy: Faulty temperature sensor in the power source secondary circuit Contact After-Sales Service Err | tf3 Cause: Remedy: Faulty temperature sensor in wirefeeder motor Contact After-Sales Service Err | tf4 Cause: Remedy: Faulty temperature sensor in welding torch Contact After-Sales Service Err | tf5 Cause: Remedy: Faulty temperature sensor in cooling unit Contact After-Sales Service Err | tf6 Cause: Remedy: Faulty temperature sensor in power source transformer Contact After-Sales Service no | Prg Cause: Remedy: No preconfigured program has been selected select a configured program EPG | 1 to EPG | 6 Cause: Remedy: Welding database power source defective Contact After-Sales Service EPG | 17 to EPG | 21 Cause: Remedy: Power source software error Switch off the power source, wait for 10 seconds and then switch it on again. If you have tried this several times and the error keeps recurring, contact After-Sales Service. Ebo | 2 and Ebo | 3 Cause: Remedy: Fault in the power source control gear Switch off the power source, wait for 10 seconds and then switch it on again. If you have tried this several times and the error keeps recurring, contact After-Sales Service. 64 Troubleshooting the wirefeeder Nothing happens when the torch trigger is pressed Power source mains switch is on, power source ON indication is lit up on the power source, indications on wirefeeder are lit up Cause: Remedy: Control plug not connected in the case of a welding torch with external control connector Connect the control plug Cause: Remedy: Welding torch or welding torch control line defective Replace welding torch Nothing happens when the torch trigger is pressed Power source mains switch is on, power source ON indication is lit up on the power source, indications on wirefeeder are not lit up Cause: Remedy: The interconnecting hosepack is faulty or not connected properly Check interconnecting hosepack No protective gas shield All other functions are OK Cause: Remedy: The gas cylinder is empty Change the gas cylinder Cause: Remedy: Gas pressure regulator is faulty Change the gas pressure regulator Cause: Remedy: The gas hose is not connected, or is damaged Mount/change the gas hose Cause: Remedy: The welding torch is defective Change the welding torch Cause: Remedy: Gas solenoid valve is defective Replace gas solenoid valve Poor weld properties Cause: Remedy: Incorrect welding parameters Check the settings Cause: Remedy: Poor grounding (earthing) connection Ensure good contact to workpiece Cause: Remedy: Inadequate protective gas shield, or none at all Check the pressure regulator, gas hose, gas solenoid valve, torch gas connection, etc. Cause: Remedy: Welding torch is leaking Change the welding torch Cause: Remedy: Wrong contact tube, or contact tube is worn out Change the contact tube Cause: Remedy: Wrong wire alloy or wrong wire diameter Check the wire spool that has been inserted Cause: Remedy: Wrong wire alloy or wrong wire diameter Check the weldability of the base material Cause: Remedy: The protective gas shield is not suitable for this wire alloy Use the correct protective gas shield 65 Troubleshooting the wirefeeder (continued) Irregular wirefeed speed The wire electrode forms a loop between the feed rollers and the wire inlet nozzle of the welding torch Cause: Remedy: The braking force has been set too high Loosen the brake Cause: Remedy: The borehole of the contact tube is too narrow Use a suitable contact tube Cause: Remedy: Faulty inner liner in welding torch Check the inner liner for kinks, dirt etc. Cause: Remedy: The wirefeed rollers are not suitable for the wire electrode being used Use suitable wirefeed rollers Cause: Remedy: Feed rollers have the wrong contact pressure Optimise the contact pressure Wirefeed problems when using long hosepacks Cause: Remedy: Incorrect arrangement of hosepack Arrange the hosepack in as straight a line as possible, avoid tight bends The welding torch becomes very hot Cause: Remedy: The design dimensions of the welding torch are not sufficient for this task Observe the duty cycle and loading limits Cause: Remedy: Only on water-cooled machines: Coolant flow is insufficient Check the water level, water flowrate, its cleanliness, etc. 66 Care, maintenance and disposal General Under normal operating conditions the wirefeeder requires only a minimum of care and maintenance. However, it is vital to observe some important points to ensure the welding system remains in a usable condition for many years. WARNING! An electric shock can be fatal. Before opening the device Turn the mains switch to the „O“ position Unplug the device from the mains Put up an easy-to-understand warning sign to stop anybody inadvertently switching it back on again Using a suitable measuring instrument, check to make sure that electrically charged components (e.g. capacitors) have discharged At every start-up - Every 6 months - Check welding torch, interconnecting hosepack and grounding (earthing) connection for signs of damage Perform a visual check on the feed rollers and inner liners for signs of damage Check contact pressure of feed rolls and adjust if necessary Dismantle device side panels and clean inside of device with dry reduced compressed air NOTE! Risk of damage to electronic components. Do not bring air nozzle too close to electronic components. Disposal Dispose of in accordance with the applicable national and local regulations. 67 68 Annex 69 70 Technical data VR 5000 Supply voltage 24 V Control current input Motor current input 2A 4A Gear ratio 16 : 1 Wirefeed speed 1 - 25 m/min 39.37 - 984.25 ipm. Wirefeed drive 4 roller drive Wire diameter 0.8 – 1.6 mm 0.03 - 0.06 in. Wirespool diameter max. 300 mm max. 11.81 in. Wirespool weight max. 19 kg max. 41.89 lb. Degree of protection IP 23 Dimensions l x w x h 640 x 270 x 365 mm 25.20 x 10.63 x 14.37 in. 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