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Part 1 of 1

Assembly Manual

Revision 08  |  English

©2022 Bend-Tech LLC

Dragon A400

Summary of Contents for Dragon A400

Page 1: ...Part 1 of 1 Assembly Manual Revision 08 English 2022 Bend Tech LLC Dragon A400...

Page 2: ...ost 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 assume...

Page 3: ...ragon A400 Assembly Manual Dragon A400 Assembly Manual Revision 08 English Original Instructions October 2022 Bend Tech LLC 729 Prospect Ave Osceola WI 54020 USA 651 257 8715 www bend tech com support...

Page 4: ...eous Box 19 3 4 Unpacking the Crate 19 3 5 Moving the head into Position 20 3 6 Installing the Beams 22 3 6 1 Install the First Beam 22 3 6 2 Slide Support Leg 4 into Position 23 3 6 3 Position the Fi...

Page 5: ...5 3 Preparing the Floor Brackets 34 5 4 Install Concrete Sleeve Anchors 34 06 Cables and Control Box 35 6 1 Preparing Cable Track 35 6 2 Installing the Cable Track 36 6 4 Install the Control Box 37 6...

Page 6: ...normal 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 s...

Page 7: ...nd sales team are always available during our hours of operation Phone 651 257 8715 Email Sales team sales bend tech com Support team support bend tech com Address Bend Tech 729 Prospect Ave Osceola W...

Page 8: ...itions Examples Danger 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 Warning A Warning...

Page 9: ...on or focuses on information that is critical or unique to an operation Notes and Tips Note or Tip Notes and tips give additional helpful information for operating the Dragon machine or Dragon softwar...

Page 10: ...part of Machine Control Gate The adjustable mechanism that holds the material in place at the Head of the Machine Head The machine assembly that makes up the front end of the machine Limit Switch The...

Page 11: ...as part designing importing library access etc Toolhead The machine component that the tools are attached too Maneuvers the tools into position with the A and Z axes Trolley The machine component that...

Page 12: ...volved in assembling the machine Important Assembling the Dragon A400 requires a moderate level of mechanical skill and experience Assembly should not be undertaken by personnel without experience in...

Page 13: ...ring 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 wi...

Page 14: ...1 1 Tool List The following are the recommended tools needed to perform the complete assembly procedure Forklift Cordless drill driver T25 bit Support Blocks Side cutters Tin snips 3 16 in Allen wren...

Page 15: ...Computer Monitor Miscellaneous Box Startup Manual 1 Cutoff Drop Tank 1 Swivel Levelers 14 Wrench 1 Magnetic Tool 1 T Handle Allen Wrench 1 Ethernet Cable 1 Power Cable 1 Torch Cable 1 Coiled Wire Harn...

Page 16: ...ssembly Manual Tools and Equipment 04 2 4 Electrical Requirements 220 240v Outlet for plasma system see owner s manual for more information 1x 110 120v 20Amp Outlet A250 A400 machine Misc 110 120v Out...

Page 17: ...te is important in executing proper assembly of the machine For best results in assembling the Dragon A400 carefully follow the steps outlined in this Assembly Manual 3 1 1 Dragon A400 Shop Position B...

Page 18: ...ne is holding them to prevent the 2x4s from falling onto the machine or other personnel Unfasten and remove the 2x4 braces at the top of the crate Next unfasten and remove the crate ends Set these asi...

Page 19: ...on each Support Leg during assembly Important The Dragon A400 Rail Support Legs are mounted to the floor of the shipping crate using the Floor Brackets When assembling the machine the Floor Brackets...

Page 20: ...Remove all other contents of the crate before attempting to move the Head of the machine Use a in socket and drill to remove the lag bolts securing the head of the machine to the floor of the crate Ap...

Page 21: ...ion 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...

Page 22: ...place The Dragon A400 requires a minimum of 32 feet of space Install the remaining Swivel Levelers on leg 4 the un numbered leg and the two legs that make up the tail section of the machine 3 6 Insta...

Page 23: ...hich is labeled 4 3 6 3 Position the First Rack Locate the Rack labeled 1 and 2 Align the rack so that the end labeled 1 butts up against the rack installed on the head of the machine 4 3 2 1 Note Whe...

Page 24: ...e it into position Ensure the end labeled 3 matches up with the end of the second rack 3 6 6 Fasten the Support Legs to the Beams REQUIRED TOOLS EQUIPMENT 3 16 in Allen Wrench Magnetic Tool Before ins...

Page 25: ...of the machine Loosen the bolts fastening it to the support beam Position it so that the rack butts up against the previous rack Do not tighten the rack fasteners yet 3 8 Secure the Support Beam 3 8 1...

Page 26: ...e are four screws needed for each joint Secure the rail splices to the beams 3 9 Set the Rack Spacing REQUIRED TOOLS EQUIPMENT 3 16 in Allen Wrench Bridge Rack Clamp Use the bridge rack which is locat...

Page 27: ...located nearest the head of the machine using two 1 4 20 x 5 8 BHCS and two 1 4 20 T Nuts There are two locations identified by arrows Installed each support between the arrows Locate the Cable Track...

Page 28: ...the ten Cable Track Rear Supports Install each mount to the right of each of the remaining arrows Each support will require two 1 4 20 x 5 8 BHCS and two 1 4 20 T Nuts 3 11 Install the Parts Catcher...

Page 29: ...he 1 1 2 in bolts from Hardware Bag No 2 and tighten with a 9 16 in socket Machines equipped with a standard gate require 4 bolts per side while machines equipped with a powered gate only require 3 bo...

Page 30: ...Checking Support Beam Level Each Support Beam section should be checked for level side to side and lengthwise using a bubble level If the Support Beam needs to be adjusted use the Swivel Levelers to...

Page 31: ...d of the machine and on the rearmost Support Leg at the Tail of the machine The string has been provided in the Misc Box 4 2 1 Checking the Straightness Hook the loops of the string around the Allen h...

Page 32: ...ly to the Rail Rail Splices Important Aligning the Rail Splices is one of the most difficult and time consuming parts of the assembly process Ensuring Rail Splices are straight and even is critical to...

Page 33: ...Sleeve Anchors Bend Tech requires using in diameter 3 in long concrete sleeve anchors when mounting the Dragon A400 to the floor Installing the concrete sleeve anchors will require a 7 16 in concrete...

Page 34: ...cuum 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...

Page 35: ...35 Bend Tech Dragon A400 Assembly Manual Cables and Control Box06 06 Cables and Control Box 6 1 Preparing Cable Track Remove the shrink wrap and unroll the Cable Track onto the Cable Track Supports...

Page 36: ...g the Cable Track Tools Needed 5 32 in Allen wrench Align the Cable Track over the slotted holes and secure using two 1 4 20 x 7 8 FHCS and two 1 4 20 Lock Nuts Note You may need to run the track back...

Page 37: ...rting one side of the bracket into the bottom beam slot and then the other side The Control Box should be positioned 8 inches behind the 3rd leg of the machine Ensure the FRONT of the Control Box is f...

Page 38: ...cables are labeled Ensure that they are connected to the matching label on the Control Box AUX SENSORS E STOPS Bend Tech LLC 044 1486 MOTORS X 3 4 X Y Y NOTICE AVOID EQUIPMENT DAMAGE DO NOT DISCONNECT...

Page 39: ...let on the Control Box A second air line is connected to the Plasma Unit It is recommended that the air supply to the Dragon A400 be equipped with an air water separator and filter Air Line to Compres...

Page 40: ...ntrol Box as outlined in Chapter 6 Connect the loose end of the Torch Cable to the power cable connection on the Plasma Unit 8 1 1 Torch Ground Connect the alligator clamp from the Plasma Unit to the...

Page 41: ...wrench Slide the Torch into the collar from 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 th...

Page 42: ...re 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 the Toolhead The...

Page 43: ...Attention After completing the Dragon A400 assembly proceed to the Startup Manual...

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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