Tweco VAF4 Transmig - Manual (Page 4)

TABLE OF CONTENTS
SECTION 1: GENErAL INFOrmATION ................................................................... 1-1
1.01 Arc Welding Hazards ....................................................................................... 1-1
1.02 Principal Safety Standards .............................................................................. 1-5
1.03 Symbol Chart .................................................................................................. 1-6
1.04 Declaration of Conformity ............................................................................... 1-7
SECTION 2: INTrODUCTION .............................................................................. 2-1
2.01 How to Use This Manual ................................................................................. 2-1
2.02 Equipment Identification ................................................................................. 2-1
2.03 Receipt of Equipment ...................................................................................... 2-1
2.04 Description ..................................................................................................... 2-2
2.05
User Responsibility ......................................................................................... 2-2
2.06 Transportation Methods .................................................................................. 2-2
2.07 Packaged Items .............................................................................................. 2-2
2.08 Specifications ................................................................................................. 2-3
2.09
Optional Accessories ...................................................................................... 2-3
SECTION 3: INSTALLATION, OpErATION AND SETUp ................................................ 3-1
3.01 Environment ................................................................................................... 3-1
3.02 Location .......................................................................................................... 3-1
3.03 Ventilation ....................................................................................................... 3-1
3.04
Mains Supply Voltage Requirements .............................................................. 3-1
3.05 Electromagnetic Compatibility ........................................................................ 3-1
3.06 Front Panel Controls, Indicators and Features ................................................ 3-3
3.07 Rear Panel Controls and Features ................................................................... 3-8
3.08 Advanced Features Mode ................................................................................ 3-9
3.09 Wirefeeder Configuration for Different Power Sources ................................. 3-14
3.10 Attaching the MIG Torch (Euro) .................................................................... 3-15
3.11 Installing Handle Assembly ........................................................................... 3-15
3.12 Installing Lifting Eye Kit (Optional) ............................................................... 3-17
3.13 Installing Tweco No. 4 Adaptor (Optional) .................................................... 3-18
3.14 Installing Wire Spool Cover (optional) .......................................................... 3-27
3.15 Installing Welding Wire Spool ....................................................................... 3-30
3.16 Wire Reel Brake ............................................................................................ 3-31
3.17 Inserting Wire into Feed Mechanism ........................................................... 3-31
3.18 Feed Roll Pressure Adjustment ..................................................................... 3-32
3.19 Installing and Changing the Feed Roll / Removing Inlet Guide & Euro Adaptor ....
3-33
3.20 Shielding Gas Regulator Operating Instructions ........................................... 3-34
3.21 Wire Feeder Set Up MIG (GMAW) Welding with Gas Shielded MIG Wire ...... 3-36
3.22 Wire Feeder Set Up MIG (GMAW) Welding with Gasless MIG Wire .............. 3-38
3.23 Prewelding Procedure ................................................................................... 3-41
3.24 Arc Signal Override (SIL_1 #2) ..................................................................... 3-41
3.25 Welding- 2T Operation .................................................................................. 3-42
3.26 Spot Operation .............................................................................................. 3-42
3.27 Welding- 4T Operation .................................................................................. 3-43
3.28 Stitch Operation ............................................................................................ 3-44
3.29 PTC Protection of Power Source Contactor Control Output .......................... 3-45
3.30 Ground Fault Operation ................................................................................. 3-45
3.31 Electronic Motor Protection .......................................................................... 3-45