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alpha Q 351
alpha Q 551

099-005130-EW501

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Page 1: ...ding machine alpha Q 351 alpha Q 551 099 005130 EW501 Observe additional system documents 07 03 2013 Register now For your benefit Jetzt Registrieren und Profitieren www ewm group com Details for ewm...

Page 2: ...ther form of liability regardless of type shall be accepted This exclusion of liability shall be deemed accepted by the user on commissioning the equipment The manufacturer is unable to monitor whethe...

Page 3: ...f Conformity 15 3 3 3 Welding in environments with increased electrical hazards 15 3 3 4 Service documents spare parts and circuit diagrams 15 3 3 5 Calibration Validation 15 4 Machine description qui...

Page 4: ...uring operation 36 6 3 Maintenance work 36 6 4 Disposing of equipment 37 6 4 1 Manufacturer s declaration to the end user 37 6 5 Meeting the requirements of RoHS 37 7 Rectifying faults 38 7 1 Checklis...

Page 5: ...l in the page margin CAUTION Working or operating procedures which must be closely observed to prevent possible minor personal injury The safety information includes the CAUTION keyword in its heading...

Page 6: ...ess Do not press Turn Switch Switch off machine Switch on machine ENTER ENTER ENTER enter the menu NAVIGATION NAVIGATION Navigating in the menu EXIT EXIT Exit the menu 4 s Time display example wait 4s...

Page 7: ...pment sensitive to radiation accordingly The correct functioning of pacemakers may be affected obtain advice from a doctor if necessary Do not carry out any unauthorised repairs or modifications To av...

Page 8: ...objects such as matches or lighters Keep appropriate fire extinguishing equipment to hand in the working area Thoroughly remove any residue of flammable substances from the workpiece before starting...

Page 9: ...currents Stray welding currents can destroy protective earth conductors damage equipment and electronic devices and cause overheating of components leading to fire Make sure all welding leads are sec...

Page 10: ...he user is responsible for any interference caused by welding In order to evaluate any possible problems with electromagnetic compatibility in the surrounding area the user must consider the following...

Page 11: ...during movement and set up Tilt resistance is guaranteed up to an angle of 10 according to EN 60974 A2 Set up and transport the machine on level solid ground Secure add on parts using suitable equipme...

Page 12: ...ing e g shielding gas cylinders tool boxes wire feed units etc Avoid jerky movements when raising or lowering Use shackles and load hooks of the appropriate size Fig Lifting principle Risk of injury d...

Page 13: ...ties of dust acid corrosive gases or substances may damage the equipment Avoid high volumes of smoke vapour oil vapour and grinding dust Avoid ambient air containing salt sea air Non permissible ambie...

Page 14: ...to protect them from the atmosphere 3 1 2 1 coldArc Welding process for joining thin panels and root layers steel chrome nickel and aluminium as well as for mixed joints Also suitable for welding larg...

Page 15: ...tition test and or non permitted conversion work not specifically authorised by the manufacturer The original copy of the declaration of conformity is enclosed with the unit 3 3 3 Welding in environme...

Page 16: ...Machine description quick overview Front view 16 099 005130 EW501 07 03 2013 4 Machine description quick overview 4 1 Front view Figure 4 1...

Page 17: ...ooling air inlet 6 Wheels guide castors 7 Coolant tank 8 Coolant tank cap 9 Automatic cut out of coolant pump key button press to reset a triggered fuse 10 welding current connection socket MIG MAG we...

Page 18: ...Machine description quick overview Rear view 18 099 005130 EW501 07 03 2013 4 2 Rear view Figure 4 2...

Page 19: ...welding current Standard MIG MAG welding intermediate hose package 6 Connection socket welding current Connection for welding current plug from intermediate hose package MIG MAG flux cored wire weldi...

Page 20: ...ction If the welding current connections are not locked connections and leads heat up and can cause burns if touched Check the welding current connections every day and lock by turning in clockwise di...

Page 21: ...AUTION Installation site The machine must not be operated in the open air and must only be set up and operated on a suitable stable and level base The operator must ensure that the ground is non slip...

Page 22: ...s close together as possible B Keep the welding lead and hose packages of each welding machine separate with an installation distance of at least 15 cm C Fully unroll welding current leads torch hose...

Page 23: ...st be checked regularly to ensure that the frost protection is adequate to prevent damage to the machine or the accessory components The coolant must be checked for adequate frost protection with the...

Page 24: ...al filling process the cooling unit tank should be topped up as necessary The unit is supplied ex works with a minimum level of coolant Figure 5 2 Item Symbol Description 0 1 Coolant tank cap 2 Coolan...

Page 25: ...etwork has to be suitable for operating devices according to protection class 1 5 7 1 Mains configuration NOTE The machine may be connected to a three phase system with four conductors and an earthed...

Page 26: ...ead should be connected to the welding current socket Observe the information from the electrode manufacturer Figure 5 4 Item Symbol Description 0 1 Wire feed unit 2 Intermediate hose package 3 Interm...

Page 27: ...ling and insufficient securing of shielding gas cylinders can cause serious injuries The fastening elements must tightly enclose the shielding gas cylinder Attach the fastening elements within the upp...

Page 28: ...e regulator 2 Shielding gas cylinder 3 Output side of the pressure regulator 4 Cylinder valve Place the shielding gas cylinder into the relevant cylinder bracket Secure the shielding gas cylinder usin...

Page 29: ...rent lead should be connected to the welding current socket and the workpiece lead should be connected to the welding current socket Observe the information from the electrode manufacturer Figure 5 6...

Page 30: ...the EZA version are connected to the Euro torch connector of the wire feeder only To do so the welding current lead of the intermediate hose package must be connected to the welding current connection...

Page 31: ...e welding current connection If fitted Lock connecting nipples of the cooling water tubes into the corresponding quick connect couplings Return line red to quick connect coupling red coolant return an...

Page 32: ...ed surface 5 12 1 Connecting the electrode holder and workpiece lead NOTE Polarity depends on the instructions from the electrode manufacturer given on the electrode packaging Figure 5 9 Item Symbol D...

Page 33: ...detected automatically after the power source is switched on 5 13 1 Automation interface Pin Input output Description Diagram A Output PE Connection for cable shielding D Output open collector IGRO C...

Page 34: ...s Binzel APD system Dinse wire feed systems 5 14 PC Interfaces CAUTION Equipment damage or faults may occur if the PC is connected incorrectly Not using the SECINT X10USB interface results in equipmen...

Page 35: ...ve the torch from the tube package Never clamp the torch body in a vice or similar as this can cause the torch to be irreparably destroyed If damage occurs to the torch or to the tube package which ca...

Page 36: ...panying supplementary sheets Machine and Company Data Maintenance and Testing Warranty A periodic test according to IEC 60974 4 Periodic inspection and test has to be carried out In addition to the re...

Page 37: ...his purpose According to German law law governing the distribution taking back and environmentally correct disposal of electric and electronic equipment ElektroG from 16 03 2005 used machines are to b...

Page 38: ...ol brake see Setting the spool brake chapter Check settings and correct if necessary Setting pressure units see Inching wire electrodes chapter Check settings and correct if necessary Worn wire rolls...

Page 39: ...e feeder speedometer error Check the wire feeder speedometer is not issuing a signal M3 00 defective inform Service Error 6 gas x Shielding gas error Check shielding gas supply for machines with shiel...

Page 40: ...error message can be reset by pressing a key button Welding machine control Key button RC1 RC2 Expert CarExpert Progress M3 11 alpha Q Concept Basic Basic S Synergic Synergic S Progress M3 71 Picomig...

Page 41: ...JOB NOTE All customised welding parameters that are stored will be replaced by the factory settings EXIT RESET ENTER 3 s JOB LIST m min 3 s JOB LIST 3 s Figure 7 1 Display Setting selection Reset to...

Page 42: ...nu will be ended when no changes are done after 3 sec 7 4 General operating problems 7 4 1 Interface for automated welding WARNING No function of the external interrupt equipment emergency stop switch...

Page 43: ...t circuit 099 005130 EW501 07 03 2013 43 7 5 Vent coolant circuit NOTE To vent the cooling system always use the blue coolant connection which is located as deep as possible inside the system close to...

Page 44: ...es 3 x 400 V 25 to 20 Frequency 50 60 Hz Mains fuse safety fuse slow blow 3 x 25 A Mains connection lead H07RN F4G6 Maximum connected load 13 9 kVA 15 0 kVA 10 6 kVA Recommended generator rating 20 3...

Page 45: ...60 Hz Mains fuse safety fuse slow blow 3 x 35 A Mains connection lead H07RN F4G6 Maximum connected load 28 8 kVA 29 2 kVA 22 2 kVA Recommended generator rating 39 4 kVA cos 0 99 Insulation class prote...

Page 46: ...00530 00000 KF 23E 200 Coolant 10 C 200 litres 094 000530 00001 KF 37E 10 Coolant 20 C 9 3 l 094 006256 00000 KF 37E 200 Coolant 20 C 200 l 094 006256 00001 DM1 35L MIN Manometer pressure regulator 09...

Page 47: ...RV 7POL 10 m Extension connecting cable 092 000201 00000 FRV 7POL 20 m Extension connecting cable 092 000201 00001 FRV 7POL 25M Extension connecting cable 092 000201 00007 9 5 Computer communication T...

Page 48: ...Appendix A Overview of EWM branches 48 099 005130 EW501 07 03 2013 10 Appendix A 10 1 Overview of EWM branches...

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