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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
1. Welding Preparation - Secure the necessary welding supplies
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Welding Power Source (3 phase, 440/380/220V AC)
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Wire Feeder
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Tank of appropriate shielding gas, with pressure and flow regulators and appropriate fittings
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Torch for gas shielded automated welding
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Basic Weld Prep Tools
2. Cable Connections
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Connect welding torch conduit cable to wire feeder
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Connect Weld Contactor lead from Torch to Main Cable Connector on machine body
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Connect Control Cable to the Control Box Connector on the machine body
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Connect Control Power Source Cable to the Welding Power Source
CAUTION:
Carefully route power cable as it may become entangled during operation, resulting
in damage to people or equipment.
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Welding Process
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Switch ON the Primary Side Distribution Board of the Welding Power Source
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Switch ON the Control Power Source on the front panel of the Welding Power Source
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Equip the Wire Feeder with wire
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Set the Carriage so the torch is at the weld starting point
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Install the Guide Arms offset in the direction of travel (leading arm slightly shorter than
following arm) for better positioning of the electrode in the joint
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Adjust the target angle and position of the Torch using the Torch Adjustment Slider
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Verify machine is in the proper welding mode. Set stitch welding parameters, if needed
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Verify adequate Shielding Gas Supply
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Start Welding - Switch Welding Switch to AUTO, verify desired travel direction is set and
travel speed is > 0 and press Cycle Start button
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Press Cycle Stop button when welding is complete. Turn Welding Switch to OFF
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Confirm Welding End
MAINTENANCE
The K-BUG carriage should be periodically checked and cleaned to maximize service life.
Before use:
Check all screws in the torch clamp and guide rollers. Tighten as needed. Loose fasteners may
cause uneven travel or inconsistent weld quality.
During use:
Monitor wheels, motor and welding torch for abnormal noise or overheating.
After each use:
1. Clean control panel to remove dust and other debris.
2. Inspect carriage base, wheels, guide rollers, slide adjustment, magnets and torch for weld
spatter or other debris. Clean as needed.
3. Inspect power cable and torch cable for cracked, cut or damaged insulation. Replace as
needed.
4. Inspect connectors for damaged pins or loose connections. Replace as needed.
