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Warning

UPP™ welding units must never be operated in Zone1 

or Zone 0 areas!

Hazardous area definitions are from European Directive 1999/92/EC (further 

guidelines can be found in the APEA Blue Book 2nd Edition).Further guidelines 

are found in IEC 60079-10-1, “Explosive atmospheres - Part 10-1: Classification 

of areas - Explosive gas atmospheres”

Safety

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The EF1 is designed for usage on construction sites and meets applicable 

European and International safety standards. The machine should be 

handled with the care usually given to electrical equipment, especially during 

transport.  

•   The machine must only be used outside of hazardous areas (zones 0, 1 and 2).
•   Each time it is used, check the condition of the machine, particularly the 

mains power cable. If any damage is discovered, contact the supplier 

immediately and do not use the machine.

•   Check the state of the welding cables before use and replace them if there is 

any doubt about their condition.

•   Protect the welder from getting wet. 
•   Always check that the power source is within the parameters shown below 

before using the EF1.

•   Never lift or pull the machine by its power cable or the welding cables. Never 

disconnect welding cables by pulling the cable; always pull off the connectors.

•   Never re-weld a fitting that is still warm. Serious fire or burn damage 

can occur and hot material may be ejected from the weld zone. 

Power 

conducting elements may become exposed creating an electrical shock 

hazard.

Liability Restrictions

All liabilities of the supplier are invalidated in the following cases:

•   The EF1 is used outside the indicated application area.
•   Non-UPP™ fittings or pipe are used.
•   The operator has not been trained to use the EF1 or the UPP™ system.
•   Operating instructions have not been observed.
•   Unauthorised repairs, maintenance or modifications have been carried out.
•   The EF1 has been used outside of its technical specification.
•   Safety instructions have not been observed.
•   Improper or inadequate maintenance.
•   Misuse, physical abuse or any use not in accordance with the operating 

manual or good industry practice.

•   Improper site preparation or site maintenance.

Summary of Contents for EF1-230V

Page 1: ...nd Held Welder Operating Manual For use Only with UPP Electrofusion Components Franklin Fueling Systems 3760 Marsh Rd Madison WI 53718 USA Tel 1 608 838 8786 800 225 9787 Fax 1 608 838 6433 www franklinfueling com ...

Page 2: ...he welder from getting wet Always check that the power source is within the parameters shown below before using the EF1 Never lift or pull the machine by its power cable or the welding cables Never disconnect welding cables by pulling the cable always pull off the connectors Never re weld a fitting that is still warm Serious fire or burn damage can occur and hot material may be ejected from the we...

Page 3: ...ed with A quality 230 VAC 50Hz power supply with maximum tolerance of 15 A quality generator capable of supplying a minimum of 2 8kW 3 5 kVA Note that an earth spike grounding rod must be used with generators If used with a 110v to 230v step up transformer follow these specifications Safety Isolating transformer 3 3kVA minimum Auto transformer 3 3kVa minimum Extension Cords Cables Extension cables...

Page 4: ...fittings This is done by using color coded welding leads as shown below Type of Fitting Welding Cable Colour Size of Welding Pin mm Current amps Weld Time 20C Seconds Primary and Gemini Secondary fittings Red 4 4 184 Secondary Green 2 5 80 Fusion Chamber White 2 3 7 360 Large Diameter 10amp Black 2 10 365 The EF1 can be used in ambient temperatures between 15 C 5ºF and 45 C 113ºF Only personnel fu...

Page 5: ...energy required to weld correctly It must therefore be allowed to reach ambient temperature before use and must be at the same temperature as the fitting to be welded The temperature sensor is located adjacent to the power cable entry gland The EF1 works on standard alternating current and either a mains connection or a generator can be used Generators must have a rated output of at least 3 5kVA a...

Page 6: ...the orange START button until first weld light illuminates The first weld light comes on then successive LEDs light up until green 100 LED is lit showing weld is complete 6 Disconnect welding lead from fitting The 100 LED and Power LED remains on 7 ALWAYS Reset for next weld by holding START button for 3 seconds All LEDs will light in sequence then the green power LED remains on Other Important Ti...

Page 7: ...or no marking may NOT be welded in series 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...

Page 8: ...erature of the EF1 is not between 15 C 5ºF and 45 C 113ºF 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 ...

Page 9: ...tion of Conformity This welding unit has been designed to comply with the harmonised standards under New Approach directives and has been CE Marked accordingly The applicable standards are 2004 108 EC Electromagnetic compatibility 2006 95 EC Low voltage equipment 98 37 EC Machinery safety 94 62 EC Packaging and packaging waste 2008 34 EC Waste electrical and electronic equipment 2008 35 EC Restric...

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