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Bend-Tech Dragon A250

Assembly Manual

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Summary of Contents for Dragon A250 Series

Page 1: ...A250 Part 1 of 1 Assembly Manual Revision 1 English 2020 Bend Tech LLC ...

Page 2: ...most complete and accurate information regarding its products We are constantly working to improve and advance our products to increase performance user satisfaction and experience Bend Tech LLC assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions regarding this manual Bend Tech LLC assumes no liability for damages resulting from the use of the information contained in this publication ...

Page 3: ...Dragon A250 Assembly Manual Dragon A250 Assembly Manual Revision 1 English Original Instructions December 2020 Bend Tech LLC 729 Prospect Ave Osceola WI 54020 USA 651 257 8715 www bend tech com support bend tech com ...

Page 4: ...use of the machine such as belts lights tooling etc This warranty is void if Bend Tech LLC has determined any failure is the result of mishandling abuse misuse improper installation improper storage improper maintenance or unauthorized modification of the machine The warranty does not cover damage due to natural disasters fire flood or other external factors The warranty may become void or limited...

Page 5: ...stomer Service Congratulations on your purchase of the world s best CNC plasma tube and pipe cutting machine the Bend Tech Dragon Bend Tech LLC places great pride in customer satisfaction and it is our promise to offer you the best support available for your Dragon We recognize that our support is a key factor in your success Contact Us Bend Tech s hours of operation are Monday Friday 8 00 5 00 ES...

Page 6: ...machine Definitions Examples Danger Danger indicates a serious condition that could cause severe injury or death to the operator or bystanders if the instructions are not followed Warning A Warning indicates there is a possibility for minor injury if the instructions are not followed correctly Danger Exceeding the material weight limit of the Dragon A250 can result in serious injury to the operato...

Page 7: ...ect the overall procedure being performed Note A Note gives clarification or focuses on information that is critical or unique to an operation Caution Exceeding the material weight limit can affect performance and possibly damage the Dragon A250 The material cooling system greatly reduces smoke and vapor emitted by the machine Bend Tech recommends use of the material cooling system whenever possib...

Page 8: ...front of the machine It consists of two sets of self centering roller jaws Interface Any particular screen display generated by Bend Tech software Mach3 Machine driver software Parts Catcher The parts catcher is placed at the front of the machine to catch parts as they are cut Rack Pinion The rack and pinion gear assembly is the method that drives the horizontal movement of the Trolley Rail Beam T...

Page 9: ...g Started 16 3 3 1 Component Boxes 16 3 3 2 Miscellaneous Box 17 3 4 Unpacking the Crate 18 3 5 Moving the Head into Position 18 3 5 1 Place the Head using a Forklift 18 3 5 2 Install the Head Supports 19 3 6 Installing the Beams 20 3 6 1 Install the First Beam 20 3 6 2 Slide Support Leg 4 into Position 21 3 6 3 Install the Second Beam 21 3 6 4 Slide Support Leg 5 into Position 22 3 6 5 Install th...

Page 10: ... the Straightness 29 4 2 2 Rail Splices 29 05 Mounting to the Floor 31 5 1 Mounting Overview 31 5 2 Concrete Sleeve Anchors 31 5 3 Preparing the Floor Brackets 32 5 4 Install Concrete Sleeve Anchors 32 06 Cables and Control Box 33 6 1 Cable Pre Installation 33 6 2 Installing the Cable Track 33 6 3 Routing Cables 34 6 4 Connect to Control Box 34 6 5 Control Box Connections 35 07 Air Line 37 7 1 Air...

Page 11: ...rds involved in assembling the machine 1 2 Assembly Safety Assembling the Dragon A250 requires a moderate level of mechanical skill and experience Assembly should not be undertaken by personnel without experience in assembling machinery or experience in industrial or machine maintenance Danger Certain Dragon A250 parts are heavy Handling them incorrectly could result in severe injury or possibly d...

Page 12: ...tering the installation methods and procedures outlined in this manual could result in improper installation machine damage or personal injury Safety Precautions Do not attempt to assemble the Dragon without reading this manual first Have the correct tools listed in the Tool List on hand Enlist help of 1 3 additional personnel trained to install industrial machinery Follow the methods and procedur...

Page 13: ...re the recommended tools needed to uncrate the Dragon A250 and perform the complete assembly procedure Forklift Cordless drill driver T25 bit Side cutters Tin snips Utility knife 3 16 in Allen wrench in Allen wrench 5 16 in Allen wrench 7 32 in Allen wrench Level laser digital or bubble Ratchet 9 16 in socket 9 16 in wrench in socket in wrench in deep well socket 1 2 in socket 1 2 in wrench 11 16 ...

Page 14: ...y Backup T handle Allen wrench 1 3 16 T handle Allen wrench 1 Feeler Gauge Set 1 Vernier Caliper 1 Torpedo Level 1 26 Piece Radius Guage Set 1 WD40 Gel Lube 1 Main Drive Belt 260 XL 1 Thomson Sensor 1 Miscellaneous Box Training Packet 1 Plasma Cutting Guide 1 Cutoff Drop Tank 1 Swivel Levelers 14 Wrench 1 Magnetic Tool 1 Belt Tension Tester 1 T Handle Allen Wrench 1 Engraver 1 Ethernet Cable 1 Pow...

Page 15: ...to the crate shrink wrapped or secured with plastic or metal banding The order in which components are uncrated is important in executing proper assembly of the machine For best results in assembling the Dragon A250 carefully follow the steps outlined in this Assembly Manual 3 1 1 Dragon A250 Shop Position Before beginning assembly ensure there is adequate space to accommodate the machine on the s...

Page 16: ...As shipped the components of the machine will be bolted to the floor of the crate strapped to the floor of the crate strapped together or shrink wrapped together 3 3 1 Component Boxes Remove the various component boxes packed around the Dragon A250 machine The Component Boxes are labeled for reference during the assembly process Caution Enlist the help of additional personnel when uncrating and as...

Page 17: ...be required to install two Swivel Levelers in each Support Leg Each base of the Support Leg will have a bracket with a threaded hole Prepare the Swivel Leveler for installation by positioning the jam nut approximately one inch above the adjustment hex at the bottom of the Swivel Leveler Thread the Swivel Leveler into the threaded hole in the base of the support leg until it bottoms out on the adju...

Page 18: ...e this rack only loosen the rack enough to slide it out Take care not to damage the racks when moving them 3 5 Moving the Head into Position The head of the machine is extremely heavy As shipped the head of the machines contains all the working mechanics of the machine as well as the control box Great care should be taken not to damage any components on the head of the machine during moving and in...

Page 19: ...s of the machine to be put into place The Dragon A250 requires a minimum of 28 feet of space 3 5 2 Install the Head Supports The left side cable track side head supports are shrinked wrapped to the supports on the right side of the machine After positioning the head install the left side supports as shown use a 9 16 in wrench to tighten the bolts Position Forks Here Head of Machine Before placing ...

Page 20: ...let 3 16 in Allen wrench Magnet tool Installing the Underside Bolts Tools Needed 3 16 in Allen wrench Before intalling the beams take the 1 4 20 x 5 8 bolts and washers from Hardware Bag no 6 and 12 T Nuts from Hardware Bag no 1 These will be used to attached the beams to the leg support brackets There are four bolts per joint The easiest way to install these bolts is to screw the bolts with the w...

Page 21: ...e Second Beam Locate the second beam which will be labeled 4 at one end and 5 at the other end Again use the stainless steel locating pins on the beam to align the beam when installing it Install the second beam so that the end labeled 4 is attached to the first beam and support leg 4 If necessary use a rubber mallet or dead blow plastic hammer to seat the beam sections together Important Do not a...

Page 22: ...second beam and support leg 5 If necessary use a rubber mallet or dead blow plastic hammer to seat the beam sections together The end labeled 6 will need to be supported until the tail of the machine is installed 3 6 6 Fasten the Support Legs to the Beams Before installing the tail of the machine secure the support legs to the beams using 3 16 in Allen head screws and T nuts These can be found in ...

Page 23: ...he other end onto the beam Align the rack so that the end labeled 1 butts up against the rack installed on the head of the machine Locate the third rack which is labeled 2 at one end and 3 at the other end Slide the rack onto the beam so that the end labeled 2 butts against the second rack Repeat this process for the fourth rack Slide the rack onto the beam so that the end labeled 3 butts against ...

Page 24: ...l support leg to the beam the same way the previous support legs were fastened to the beam using the magnet tool and a 3 16 in Allen wrench 3 8 Securing the Rail Sections The rail splices should be secured to the beams using the in Allen fasteners from Hardware Bag No 3 They only need to be secured at the rail joints There are four screws needed for each joint Once the rail sections are secure and...

Page 25: ...able track trays are numbered to coincide with the beam sections Align the cable track trays so that the numbers line up with the coinciding numbers on the beam One cable track tray has a hole for the wires to feed though this tray should be positioned so the hole is towards the tail of the machine Bridge Rack Clamp The tail of the machine and head of the machine are pre assembled at the Bend Tech...

Page 26: ...s ready to be placed under the beak Place the beak at the front of the machine and attach it to the head using the 3 8 16 5 8 in bolts from Hardware Bag No 2 from the Miscellaneous box Once secured to the head slide the support leg under the other end of the Beak Attach the beak to the support leg using 5 16 in Allen head screws and spacers from Hardware Bag No 2 The spacers should be placed betwe...

Page 27: ...vel is the most critical part of the installation of the machine Many operational difficulties can be traced back to improper machine installation and the majority of installation issues center around the machine not being true This process is also covered in the Start Up and Training Manual Part 2 Chapter 1 sections 1 2 2 through 1 2 3 Tools Needed Level 11 16 in Wrench ...

Page 28: ...ockwise to lower the leg 4 2 Straightening the Dragon A250 Ensuring the Dragon A250 is straight is one of the most important steps in preparing the machine for operation Bend Tech has found the simplest and best way to determine if the machine is straight is to use a length of string The string used during assembly at the Bend Tech facility has been provided with the machine Follow the instruction...

Page 29: ...the Support Legs The string should be flush with the top of each fastener along the length of the machine as pictured 4 2 2 Rail Splices Ensure that each Rail splice intersects with the next as seamlessly as possible Ensure that all of the Rail splices are fastened properly to the Rail Aligning the Rail Splices is one of the most difficult and time consuming parts of the assembly process Ensuring ...

Page 30: ...30 Bend Tech Dragon A250 Assembly Manual Leveling and Alignment 04 ...

Page 31: ...n 5 2 Concrete Sleeve Anchors Bend Tech requires using in diameter 3 in long concrete sleeve anchors to mount the Dragon A250 Installing the concrete sleeve anchors will require a 7 16 in concrete drill bit One concrete sleeve anchor per Floor Bracket is sufficient for anchoring the Dragon A250 Tools Needed 7 16 in Concrete Bit 3 in long 3 8 in concrete anchor sleeves Hammer Drill Hammer 1 2 in So...

Page 32: ...acuum or compressed air Re install the Floor Brackets on the machine Do not tighten the Floor Brackets onto the Support Legs at this time Ensure the Floor Brackets are snug to the Support Leg but that they are still able to be adjusted by the Installer 5 4 Install Concrete Sleeve Anchors With the Floor Bracket snug on the Support Legs but still adjustable line up the hole in the Floor Bracket with...

Page 33: ...taller will be required to unroll the Cable Track on the Cable Track Tray and route the ends of the cables to the Control Box 6 2 Installing the Cable Track Remove the shrink wrap and unroll the Cable Track into the Cable Track Tray Route the cable ends through the large grommet in the Cable Track Tray Once the cables are routed through the hole in the cable track tray click the end of the Cable T...

Page 34: ...d the area just above the control box Secure the cable loops along the center of the Rail Beam using the T Nuts and screws in Fastener Bag No 4 Tighten securely to the side of the Rail Beam 6 4 Connect to Control Box With the cables routed along the Rail Beam insert the cables in their appropriate connections at the Control Box Both the cables and the Control Box will be clearly labeled Tighten se...

Page 35: ...onnect the Power Cord to the main power connection at the bottom of the Control Box ensuring it is seated in the plug Connect the Torch Cable to the Torch Cable Connection at the bottom of the Control Box Tighten the Torch Cable securely by hand Y A Z X Y X A EStop Torch Laser EStop EStop Z Axis Motor Cable Connections Axis Sensor Cable Connections Ethernet Cable Connection Main Power Switch Main ...

Page 36: ...36 Bend Tech Dragon A250 Assembly Manual Cables and Control Box 06 ...

Page 37: ...ecommended that the air supply to the Dragon A250 be equipped with an air water separator and filter Compressor 6 cfm 90psi x 1 5 2 Air Filter Air Dryer Oil Separator Moisture Traps Recommended Minimum 1 in Pipe Air supply should not drop below minimum requirement before regulator 6cfm 90psi 3 8 in 1 2 in Air Hose Recommended 1 2 in Gauge and Regulator Plasma Unit ...

Page 38: ...38 Bend Tech Dragon A250 Assembly Manual Air Line 07 ...

Page 39: ...e to the Control Box as outlined in Chapter 6Connect the loose end of the Torch Cable to the power cable connection at the back of the Hypertherm unit 8 1 1 Torch Ground Connect the alligator clamp from the Hypertherm unit to the ground cable on the Dragon A250 Tools Needed 3 16 in Allen wrench Alligator Clamp Ground Cable ...

Page 40: ... moving parts The Torch lead transmits high voltage current which can affect the performance of other electrical components This can create connectivity issues and possible machine malfunction The Customer should ensure the Torch lead is secured so it is clear of the cables at the top of the Toolhead It is recommended that the Torch lead be secured so it loops up above the components at the top of...

Page 41: ...m above with the tip of the Torch pointing down When the ceramic body of the Torch is nearly touching the bottom collar hold the Torch in place and tighten the top collar securely by hand Do not install the Torch in the bottom collar at this time Only secure the Torch in the top collar Important Running the Torch Mount utility is required before the Dragon Machine is ready for operation This utili...

Page 42: ...42 Bend Tech Dragon A250 Assembly Manual Torch 08 ...

Page 43: ...Attention After completing the Dragon A250 assembly please proceed to Startup and Training Manual Part 1 ...

Page 44: ...Bend Tech LLC 729 Prospect Ave Osceola WI 54020 1 651 257 8715 sales bend tech com www bend tech com ...

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