ESAB CROSSBOW, Instruction Manual

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ESAB Cutting Systems
CROSSBOW Page 4
Table of Contents
1 Safety .............................................................................................. 11
1.1 Introduction ........................................................................................................11
1.2 Safety Hazards and Warnings ............................................................................11
1.3 Electrical Grounding ...........................................................................................16
1.4 Service Precautions ...........................................................................................16
1.5 Recommended Safety References .....................................................................17
1.5.1 International ........................................................................................... 17
1.5.2 United States .......................................................................................... 18
1.5.3 Canada ................................................................................................... 19
2 Description ..................................................................................... 21
2.1 Machine Overview ..............................................................................................21
2.2 Machine Components.........................................................................................22
2.3 Machine Dimensions ..........................................................................................23
2.4 Machine Specifications .......................................................................................24
2.5 Axis Orientation ..................................................................................................25
3 Installation ...................................................................................... 27
3.1 Receiving Inspection ..........................................................................................27
3.2 Base Machine Setup ..........................................................................................28
3.2.1 Prepare Rail Track.................................................................................. 28
3.2.2 Install Central Unit on Rail Track ............................................................ 32
3.2.3 Install Cross Beam Assembly ................................................................. 35
3.2.4 Install Torch Lifter ................................................................................... 39
3.2.5 Connect Cables ...................................................................................... 43
3.3 Oxy-fuel Torch Installation ..................................................................................46
3.3.1 Assemble Torch ..................................................................................... 46
3.3.2 Install Torch in Torch Holder with Adaptor .............................................. 47
3.3.3 Connect Torch Hoses ............................................................................. 48
3.3.4 Install Gas Supply Hoses........................................................................ 49
3.3.5 Connect Gas Supplies ............................................................................ 50
3.3.6 Perform Leak Test .................................................................................. 51
3.4 Plasma Torch Installation ...................................................................................52
3.4.1 Install Second Cable Holder ................................................................... 52
3.4.2 Install Plasma Torch ............................................................................... 53
3.4.3 Install Plasma Interface Cable ................................................................ 54