Franklin Fueling Systems EF1-230V, Operation Manual

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MAINTENANCE
• There are no user serviceable parts inside the EF1 welding unit.
• Damaged or defective products should be returned to an approved service agent for repair
or calibration.
• Welding unit and cables should be checked for damage or defects and parts repaired or
replaced prior to each use.
• The welding unit can be cleaned using a soft brush or cloth.
• After use, carefully coil cables and store in the compartments provided in the carry case.
• Electrical Safety Testing “Portable Appliance Test” (PAT) should be carried out in accordance
with local legislation.
• It is recommended that the welder is returned to Franklin Fueling Systems on a regular
basis, at around 3 year intervals, for checking and recalibrating.
FAULT INDICATORS
When an error has occurred during the weld cycle that will have an effect on the success of the
joint, the red warning LED on the right side of the display will light up. Also, one of the “weld
progress” lights will light up at the same time to show what type of fault has occurred. To reset
the welder, after you correct a fault, press and hold the START/STOP button for three seconds
LED Fault Meaning Solution
1
Power supply failure
during weld
The power supply was off at sometime
during the weld
• Check and repair power supply
• Check plug connection
• Check cables are not damaged or broken
• Re-weld fitting only after it is allowed to cool
to ambient temperature
2
Stop button pressed
during weld
Stop button was pressed
• Re-weld fitting only after it is allowed to cool
to ambient temperature
3
Power supply out of
limits
Supply frequency not between 40 and 70
Hz, or Voltage not between 194 & 264V
• Check and rectify generator output
• Check mains supply
• Make sure supply is to required specification
4
Ambient temperature
out of range
Temperature of the EF1 is not between
-15° C (5º F) and +45° C (113º F)
• Allow EF1 and fitting to cool in the shade
• Wait for ambient temperature to return to
range
5
No output current
(open circuit)
Loose connection to terminal pin
Loose contact in the welding circuit
Faulty fitting
Start button not depressed for long
enough
• Make sure connectors are pushed firmly on to
terminal pins
• Check welding cable connection and
continuity
• Move generator closer and use shorter
extension cord
• Replace fitting
• See operating sequence, step 5
6 Low output current
Resistance value of fitting is too high
Too many fittings connected in series
(Primary mode only)
Input voltage too low
• Use only
UPP®
electrofusion fittings and
correct welding cable
• Check resistance codes on fittings - do not
exceed a sum total of 10
• Check supply voltage
• Check extension leads being used are to
specification
7 High output current Regulation error in electronics
• Switch off machine and switch on again after
10 seconds.
• Ensure welder is within temperature range
• If problem persists, return EF1 to supplier