INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR WIRE FEEDER FOR WIRE WELDING MACHINE
IMPORTANT: READ THIS MANUAL AND THE SAFETY
RULES MANUAL CAREFULLY BEFORE INSTALLING,
USING, OR SERVICING THE WELDING MACHINE,
PAYING SPECIAL ATTENTION TO SAFETY RULES.
CONTACT YOUR DISTRIBUTOR IF YOU DO NOT
FULLY UNDERSTAND THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
This machine must be used for welding only. It must not
be used to defrost pipes.
It is also essential to pay special attention to the "SAFETY
RULES" Manual. The symbols next to certain paragraphs
indicate points requiring extra attention, practical advice or
simple information.
This MANUAL and the "SAFETY RULES" MANUAL must
be stored carefully in a place familiar to everyone involved
in using the machine. They must be consulted whenever
doubts arise and be kept for the entire lifespan of the
machine; they will also be used for ordering replacement
parts.
1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION
1.1 SPECIFICATIONS
This manual has been prepared for the purpose of
educating personnel assigned to install, operate and
service the welding machine.
The purchaser should address any complaints for losses
or damage to the forwarding company. Please indicate the
article and serial number whenever requesting information
about the welding machine.
2 INSTALLATION
• Only skilled personnel should install the machine.
• All connections must be carried out according to current
regulations, and in full observance of safety laws.
2.1 PLACEMENT
Unpack the wire feeder and place it above the welding
machine, using the flexible rotating cylinder provided.
At the first start stage the operator must select the article
he wants to use.
Once the generator has been connected to the carriage by
means of the connector, the machine can be started.
The screen H of the wire feed carriage shows 3 flashing
lines; to select just push one of the 2 push-buttons N or O
to display the welder article you want to use.
3 DESCRIPTION OF CONTROLS
3.1 CONTROLS ON THE FRONT OF THE MACHINE
(SEE PICT. 1)
A - LED
It signals that the display H shows the current or voltage
value measured during welding. To display one of the two
values, simply press one of the two selection keys N or O.
B – Program LED
It signals that the display H shows the program number
being used.
Check the instructions posted inside the mobile side panel
for the diameter, wire type and gas corresponding to the
program number displayed. The figure on the display H is
always preceded by the letter P.
C - 4-stage MIG welding LED
It signals that the welding machine is in 4-stage automatic
mode.
When the LED is off the welding machine is in 2-stage
manual mode. Use the selection keys N and O to select
manual or automatic mode. The display H will show the
message 2t when the machine is in 2-stage manual mode,
or 4t when it is in 4-stage automatic mode.
If the welding machine is set to 2-stage manual mode,
welding begins when the button is pressed, and stops
when it is released.
If the welding machine is set to 4-stage automatic mode,
press the torch trigger to begin welding;
you may release the trigger once the procedure has
begun. Press and release the trigger again to stop
welding.
This setting is suitable for long-term welding,
where the welder may tire of holding down the torch
trigger.
D - wire feed test LED.
It signals that the wire feed function is active. To feed wire
simply press the torch trigger and adjust the output speed
using the potentiometer P. When the LED is lit display H
shows the speed in meters per minute. While wire is
feeding, no gas is output and the power is shut off.
Three seconds after the operator releases the button, the
function is automatically deactivated and the LED shuts
off.
E - Selection key.
The pressing of this key causes the LEDs B, C, D to light
in sequence.
In the submenu activated by the keys N and O, select the
functions: spot-welding (E), jog (F), burn-back, soft start
speed, post gas and soft start time.
F- LED.
It lights when the thermostat or cooling unit interrupt
operation of the welding machine.
G - Central adapter.
This is where the welding torch is to be connected.
H - Display.
• When the machine is switched on, for a few seconds the
display shows first the letter F alongside a number, which
identifies the firmware, version then the letter P next to a
number identifying the welding program in use.
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