EWM Tetrix 351 AC/DC Smart FW, Operating Instructions Manual

Page: 5 / 117

Contents
Notes on the use of these operating instructions
099-000109-EW501
23.08.2018
5
5.7.8.1 RTF start ramp .............................................................................................. 78
5.7.8.2 RTF response ............................................................................................... 79
5.8 Welding torch (operating variants) ............................................................................................... 79
5.8.1 Tapping function (tap torch trigger) .............................................................................. 79
5.8.2 Torch mode setting ....................................................................................................... 79
5.8.3 Up/down speed ............................................................................................................. 80
5.8.4 Current jump ................................................................................................................. 80
5.8.5 Standard TIG torch (5-pole) ......................................................................................... 80
5.8.6 TIG up/down torch (8-pole) .......................................................................................... 83
5.8.7 Potentiometer torch (8-pole) ......................................................................................... 85
5.8.7.1 Configuring the TIG potentiometer torch connection .................................... 85
5.8.8 RETOX TIG torch (12-pole) .......................................................................................... 86
5.8.8.1 Specifying max. no. of accessible JOBs ....................................................... 88
5.9 Interfaces for automation ............................................................................................................. 88
5.9.1 Automation interface .................................................................................................... 88
5.9.2 Remote control connection socket, 19-pole ................................................................. 90
5.9.3 RINT X12 robot interface .............................................................................................. 90
5.9.4 BUSINT X11 Industrial bus interface ............................................................................ 90
5.10 PC interface ................................................................................................................................. 91
5.11 Power-saving mode (Standby) .................................................................................................... 91
5.12 Access control .............................................................................................................................. 91
5.13 Machine configuration menu ........................................................................................................ 92
5.13.1 Selecting, changing and saving parameters ................................................................ 92
5.13.2 Aligning the cable resistance ........................................................................................ 97
6 Maintenance, care and disposal ......................................................................................................... 99
6.1 General ........................................................................................................................................ 99
6.2 Cleaning ....................................................................................................................................... 99
6.2.1 Dirt filter ........................................................................................................................ 99
6.3 Maintenance work, intervals ...................................................................................................... 100
6.3.1 Daily maintenance tasks ............................................................................................ 100
6.3.2 Monthly maintenance tasks ........................................................................................ 100
6.3.3 Annual test (inspection and testing during operation) ................................................ 100
6.4 Disposing of equipment ............................................................................................................. 101
7 Rectifying faults ................................................................................................................................. 102
7.1 Checklist for rectifying faults ...................................................................................................... 102
7.2 Warnings .................................................................................................................................... 103
7.3 Error messages .......................................................................................................................... 104
7.4 Resetting welding parameters to the factory settings ................................................................ 105
7.5 Display machine control software version ................................................................................. 105
7.6 Vent coolant circuit ..................................................................................................................... 105
8 Technical data .................................................................................................................................... 106
8.1 Tetrix 351 AC/DC ....................................................................................................................... 106
8.2 Tetrix 451 AC/DC ....................................................................................................................... 107
8.3 Tetrix 501 AC/DC ....................................................................................................................... 108
8.4 Tetrix 551 AC/DC ....................................................................................................................... 109
9 Accessories ........................................................................................................................................ 110
9.1 Remote controls and accessories .............................................................................................. 110
9.2 Welding torch cooling system .................................................................................................... 110
9.3 Options ....................................................................................................................................... 110
9.3.1 Tetrix 351 AC/DC ....................................................................................................... 110
9.3.2 Tetrix 451-551 AC/DC ................................................................................................ 111
9.4 General accessories .................................................................................................................. 111
9.5 Simultaneous welding on both sides, synchronisation types .................................................... 111
9.5.1 Synchronisation via cable (frequency 50Hz to 200Hz) .............................................. 111
9.5.2 Synchronisation via mains voltage (50Hz / 60Hz) ...................................................... 111
9.6 Computer communication .......................................................................................................... 111
10 Appendix A ......................................................................................................................................... 112
10.1 JOB-List ..................................................................................................................................... 112