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SURFOX 3

05 User’s Guide 

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Safety Instructions 

Safety Instructions

 

WALTER 

weld cleaning machines are produced in accordance 

with applicable standards governing the manufacture, 
performance and safety of industrial products. 

Before using this machine, read all Safety and Operating 
Instructions carefully and save this owner’s manual for 
future reference. 

1.

Read this 

owner’s manual to familiarize yourself with

this 

unit’s operation, its particular features, applications

and limitations.

2.

This unit is equipped with a 3-conductor power cord
and 3-prong electrical plug, it must be connected to a
correspondingly grounded receptacle.

3.

Allow a minimum of 

8” clearance around the unit to

keep all air openings clear of any obstruction. Free
airflow through the vent openings is required to
prevent the unit from overheating.

4.

Keep work area clean and well lit. A cluttered environment
invites accidents. Remove any material that may be
ignited by sparks. Do not use this tool when 

flammable

liquids or gases are present. Keep handles clean, dry
and free from cleaning solution, oil and grease. Do not
use in rain, damp or wet locations.

5.

Keep children and other persons at a safe distance
from the work. Make sure no one is under you when
working in high places. Do not let 

unqualified persons

handle this machine.

6.

When working, always wear appropriate clothing and
safety gear, such as suitable and safety approved
chemical resistant gloves, overalls, safety shoes, etc.

7.

Always wear approved safety goggles.

8.

During the cleaning process, the wand tip and work
piece can reach very high temperatures, allow to cool
before coming in contact with exposed skin.

9.

Avoid inhalation of fumes, use only in well ventilated
areas. Use a respirator, if necessary.

10.

All electric shocks can be potentially dangerous.

11.

Should you encounter an electrical problem, do not
use the unit until 

qualified personnel have inspected the

equipment.

12.

Never operate the unit with its protective cover removed.

13.

Stay alert at all times when handling this unit. Watch
what you are doing. Use common sense. Do not
operate the tool when you are tired. Never leave it
running unattended.

14.

Make sure the switch is in its OFF position before
plugging in or when moving the unit to avoid
unintentional starting.

15.

Hold the wand 

firmly. Do not overreach, maintain

good footing and balance at all times.

16.

Before use, all parts should be carefully examined to
determine that the unit will operate properly and
perform its intended function.

17.

Parts that are damaged or defective should be
properly repaired or replaced by a 

WALTER 

Factory

Service Center or a 

WALTER 

Authorized Service Center.

18.

Do not use the unit if the switch does not turn ON and OFF.

19.

Use only the accessories recommended for this
system. Always check accessories before starting to
work and do not use if damaged.

20.

CAUTION: 

WALTER 

SURFOX electrolyte weld

cleaning solutions contain phosphoric acid and may
cause burns when not handled properly. Avoid skin contact.

First aid Wash affected area with water.

Eye contact Flush with water for 15 minutes lifting
eyelids occasionally. Contact physician if necessary.
Ingestion DO NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth,
drink plenty of water and get medical attention.

Refer to WALTER product SDS for complete safety
data information.

21.

Use only 

WALTER 

SURFOX electrolyte weld cleaning

solutions with this unit and NEVER mix it with any
other products.

22.

Store solution in its original container and in a safe
place, out of the reach of children and other unqualified
persons. Keep container contents clean. Do not reuse
SURFOX electrolyte cleaning solutions.

23.

Do not touch the wand tip or work piece while
working or immediately after use, they may be
extremely hot and could cause serious burns.

24.

Do not abuse the power cord. Never pull or lift this
unit by its cord or yank to disconnect it from the
receptacle. Keep the cord away from heat, oil and
sharp edges. Inspect the cord periodically, if damaged,
have it replaced by a 

WALTER 

Factory Service

Center or a 

WALTER 

Authorized Service Center.

25.

When not in use, switch OFF and unplug the electrical
cord and air hose (if connected). It must also remain
unplugged when replacing cleaning pads and other
accessories, while performing maintenance and
before servicing.

26.

Store the unit in a dry safe place, out of the reach of
children and other unqualified persons.

WARNING! 

When  using  these  machines,  basic 

safety  precautions  should  always  be  observed  to 
reduce the risk of 

fire, electrical shocks and personal 

injuries. 

Summary of Contents for SURFOX 305

Page 1: ...SURFOX 305 User s Guide...

Page 2: ......

Page 3: ...ode 9 E Cleaning and passivating 9 F Neutralizing 9 7 Using the mini wand optional to clean and passivate 10 10 10 10 A Selecting the proper mode B Selecting the proper current type AC or DC on stainl...

Page 4: ...intaining this valuable invest ment With proper care and maintenance your SURFOX equipment will provide years of dependable service To learn more about the other WALTER products visit our website walt...

Page 5: ...ure the switch is in its OFF position before plugging in or when moving the unit to avoid unintentional starting 15 Hold the wand rmly Do not overreach maintain good footing and balance at all times 1...

Page 6: ...recompletelyemptyand all connecting lines disconnected The machine must be carefully packed in a suitable container and properly protected WALTER will not be held responsible for any damages resulting...

Page 7: ...and solution supply lines Connect the hose to the adaptor by rotating the quick connect part of the hose clockwise and making sure the white dot ends in the locked position Accessory Outlet Marking a...

Page 8: ...ing in con ned areas To activate this feature simply connect a compressed air line 150 PSI max 80PSI min to the tting at the back of themachine Thefumeeliminationsystemisautomatically activated when t...

Page 9: ...Level 2 is for MIG welds Level 3 should be used with a lot of electrolyte solution with the air system only For marking or etching select AC for marking and DC for etching Level 1 has the lowest amper...

Page 10: ...akesuretoletliquid owfor2minutes Themachinewill stopafter30secondswhennocurrentis owingthrough This mean you will have to press the ON button on the large wand 4 times to complete the purge C Connecti...

Page 11: ...mode To start the automatic pumping mode press the ON button on the wand Once it is activated it will automatically pump the liquid The quantity of liquid can be selected from less to more E Cleaning...

Page 12: ...the power to the hand wand stops the solution pumpandthefumeeliminationsystem ifconnected from operating Only poweris provided to the mini wand marking wand outlet Be sure work piece is grounded B Sel...

Page 13: ...RFOX T electrolyte cleaning solution 100 ml Part no 54 A 001 6 per package SURFOX G electrolyte cleaning solution 100 ml Part no 54 A 061 6 per package Threaded brush adaptor Part no 54 B 150 1 per pa...

Page 14: ...king useDCandSURFOX Etomakeanetching Onaluminum use AC and SURFOX M ALU to make a black marking and DC and SURFOX E to make an etching On titanium use AC and SURFOX M to do a blue marking INOX STAINLE...

Page 15: ...d be kept moist not dripping 1 After weld cleaning use a clean cloth or paper towel and wipe the affected area in a squeegee action from left to right Then discard the cloth or paper towel You could a...

Page 16: ...rt using a bench grinding wheel or angle grinder Note Be sure to install the O Ring located at the back of the insert whenever they are changed O Ring Worn edges on insert Inserts Tungsten insert 90 N...

Page 17: ...OX N at the end of each working day Cleaning pads are available in three sizes Standard cleaning pad No 54 B 026 Use with insert 54 B 143 Inside corners cleaning pad No 54 B 027 Use with insert 54 B 0...

Page 18: ...aning systems SURFOX G pH NEUTRAL Electrolyte Cleaning Solution Cleans up to 3 5 feet per minute 1 5 L 50 7 oz 54 A 065 STD Pack 1 STD Carton 4 5 L 1 3 gal 54 A 066 STD Pack 1 STD Carton 1 20 L 5 2 ga...

Page 19: ...ing temperature is too high the machine will shut down the corresponding LED on the front panel with light and the unit will restart by itself when the temperature reaches an acceptable level The corr...

Page 20: ...nductivity in the material the SURFOX system cannot work If there are two welds on top of the other the structure of thematerialhasbeenseriouslyaltered Theseareas may not be cleaned The quality of the...

Page 21: ...sorreplacements havebeenmadeorwere attempted by anyone other than WALTER authorized service personnel and does not cover any damage caused by accidents modi cations use of improper accessories abuse o...

Page 22: ...walter com...

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