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QWT-3
Revision No: A Issue Date: November 12, 2008 Manual No: SM-QWT-3
Congratulations on your new Tweco
®
Robotics product. We are proud
to have you as our customer and will strive to provide you with the
best service and reliability in the industry. This product is backed by
our extensive warranty and world-wide service network. To locate your
nearest distributor or service agency, please contact a representative at
the address and phone number in your area listed on the inside back
cover of this manual, or visit us on the web at www.tweco.com.
This Operating Manual has been designed to instruct you on the
correct use and operation of your Tweco
®
Robotics product. Your
satisfaction with this product and its safe operation is our ultimate
concern. Therefore, please take the time to read the entire manual,
especially the Safety Precautions. They will help you to avoid
potential hazards that may exist when working with this product.
YOU ARE IN GOOD COMPANY!
The Brand of Choice for Contractors and Fabricators Worldwide.
Tweco
®
Robotics is a Global Brand of Arc Welding Products for
Thermadyne Industries Inc. We manufacture and supply to major
welding industry sectors worldwide including; Manufacturing,
Construction, Mining, Automotive, Aerospace, Engineering, Rural and
DIY/Hobbyist.
We distinguish ourselves from our competition through market-leading,
dependable products that have stood the test of time. We pride ourselves
on technical innovation, competitive prices, excellent delivery, superior
customer service and technical support, together with excellence in
sales and marketing expertise.
Above all, we are committed to develop technologically advanced products
to achieve a safer working environment within the welding industry.
WE APPRECIATE YOUR BUSINESS!
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WARNING
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS ENTIRE MANUAL AND YOUR EMPLOYER’S SAFETY PRACTICES BEFORE INSTALLING,
OPERATING, OR SERVICING THE EQUIPMENT. WHILE THE INFORMATION CONTAINED IN THIS MANUAL REPRESENTS THE
MANUFACTURER’S BEST JUDGMENT, THE MANUFACTURER ASSUMES NO LIABILITY FOR ITS USE.
Quick Wire Trim Unit
Installation and Operation Guide
Instruction Manual Number SM-QWT-3
Published by:
Tweco
®
Products Inc.
2800 Airport Road
Denton, TX 76208
(940) 566-2000
www.tweco.com
Copyright © 2008 by
Thermadyne Industries Inc.
® All rights reserved.
Reproduction of this work, in whole or in part, without written permission of the publisher is prohibited.
The publisher does not assume and hereby disclaims any liability to any party for any loss or damage caused by any
error or omission in this Manual, whether such error results from negligence, accident, or any other cause.
Publication Date: November 12, 2008
Record the following information for Warranty purposes:
Where Purchased: ________________________
Purchase Date: ________________________
Equipment Serial #: ________________________
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Table of Contents
SECTION 1: SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS .......................................... 1-1
1.01 Welding Hazards .......................................................................................1-1
1.02 Principal Safety Standards ........................................................................1-3
1.03 Safety and Health ......................................................................................1-3
SECTION 2: INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION ................................................. 2-4
2.01 How to Use this Manual ............................................................................2-4
2.02 Receipt of Equipment ................................................................................2-4
2.03 Introduction ..............................................................................................2-4
SECTION 3: INSTALLATION AND OPERATION ..................................................... 3-5
SECTION 4: REPLACEMENT PARTS .................................................................
4-7
STATEMENT OF WARRANTY .........................................................................
5-8
WARRANTY SCHEDULE ..............................................................................
5-9
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SECTION 1:
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
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WARNING
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT IF WELDING AND CUTTING EQUIPMENT IS NOT PROPERLY INSTALLED,
USED AND MAINTAINED. MISUSE OF THIS EQUIPMENT AND OTHER UNSAFE PRACTICES CAN BE HAZARDOUS. THE
OPERATOR, SUPERVISOR AND HELPER MUST READ AND UNDERSTAND THE FOLLOWING SAFETY WARNINGS AND
INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE INSTALLING OR USING ANY WELDING OR CUTTING EQUIPMENT.
THE WELDING AND CUTTING PROCESS IS USED IN MANY POTENTIALLY DANGEROUS ENVIRONMENTS SUCH
AS ELEVATED HEIGHTS, AREAS OF LIMITED VENTILATION, CLOSE QUARTERS, AROUND WATER, IN HOSTILE
ENVIRONMENTS, ETC., AND IT IS IMPORTANT THAT THE OPERATOR(S) ARE AWARE OF THE DANGERS ASSOCIATED
WITH WORKING IN THESE TYPES OF CONDITIONS. BE CERTAIN THAT THE OPERATOR(S) ARE TRAINED IN
SAFE PRACTICES FOR ENVIRONMENTS IN WHICH THEY ARE EXPECTED TO WORK AND UNDER COMPETENT
SUPERVISION.
IT IS ESSENTIAL THAT THE OPERATOR, SUPERVISOR AND ALL OTHER PERSONNEL IN THE WORK AREA ARE AWARE
OF THE DANGERS OF THE WELDING OR CUTTING PROCESS. TRAINING AND PROPER SUPERVISION ARE IMPORTANT
FOR A SAFE WORK PLACE. KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR FUTURE USE. ADDITIONAL RECOMMENDED SAFETY
AND OPERATING INFORMATION IS REFERENCED IN EACH SECTION.
5. All ground connections must be checked periodically
to determine that they are mechanically strong and
electrically adequate for the required current.
6. When engaged in alternating current, welding, or
cutting under wet conditions or warm surroundings
where perspiration is a factor, the use of reliable
automatic controls for reducing the no-load voltage
is recommended to reduce shock hazard.
7. When the welding or cutting process requires values of
open circuit voltages in alternating current machines
higher than 80 volts, and direct current machines
higher than 100 volts, means must be provided to
prevent the operator from making accidental contact
with the high voltage by adequate insulation or other
means.
8. When welding is to be suspended for any substantial
length of time, such as during lunch or overnight,
all electrodes should be removed from the electrode
holder and the electrode holder carefully located so
that accidental contact cannot occur.
9. The holder must be disconnected from the power
source when not in use.
10.
Never immerse Mig-Guns, electrode holders, tig
torches, plasma torches, or electrodes in water.
WARNING
SMOKE, FUMES AND GASES CAN BE DANGEROUS TO
YOUR HEALTH.
1.01 Welding Hazards
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
INSTALL AND MAINTAIN EQUIPMENT IN ACCORDANCE
WITH THE NATIONAL ELECTRICAL CODE (NFPA 70)
AND LOCAL CODES. DO NOT SERVICE OR REPAIR
EQUIPMENT WITH POWER ON. DO NOT OPERATE
EQUIPMENT WITH PROTECTIVE INSULATORS
OR COVERS REMOVED. SERVICE OR REPAIR TO
EQUIPMENT MUST BE DONE BY A QUALIFIED REPAIR
TECHNICIAN, OR TRAINED PERSONNEL ONLY.
1. Do not touch live electrical parts.
2.
Do not touch an electrode with bare skin and electrical
ground at the same time.
3. Always keep welding gloves dry and in good
condition.
NOTE
Aluminized protective clothing can become
part of the electrical path.
4. Keep oxygen cylinders, chains, wire ropes, cranes,
hoists, and elevators away from any part of the
electrical path.
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21. Flammable hair preparations should not be used when
welding or cutting. Wear ear plugs to protect ears from
sparks.
22. Where the work area permits, the operator should be
enclosed in an individual booth painted with a finish of
low reflectivity such as zinc oxide. This is an important
factor for absorbing ultraviolet radiations, and lamp black.
The operator should be enclosed with non-combustible
screens similarly painted.
WARNING
WELDING SPARKS CAN CAUSE FIRES AND
EXPLOSIONS.
23. Causes of fire and explosion are: combustibles reached by
the arc, flame, flying sparks, hot slag, or heated material.
Remove combustibles from the work area and/or provide
a fire watch.
24
. Avoid oily or greasy clothing as sparks may ignite them. Have
a fire extinguisher nearby, and know how to use it.
25.
Be alert to the danger of conduction or radiation. For
example, if welding or cutting is to be done on a metal
wall, partition, ceiling, or roof, precautions must be taken
to prevent ignition of combustibles on the other side.
26. Do not w
eld or cut containers that have held combustibles.
All hollow spaces, cavities and containers should be vented
prior to welding or cutting to permit the escape of air or
gases. Purging with inert gas is recommended.
27.
Never use oxygen in a welding torch. Use only inert
gases or inert gas mixes as required by the process. Use
of combustible compressed gases can cause explosions
resulting in personal injury or death. Arcing against any
compressed gas cylinder can cause cylinder damage or
explosion.
WARNING
NOISE CAN DAMAGE HEARING.
28. Noise from the air carbon-arc process can damage
your hearing. Wear protective hearing devices to ensure
protection when noise levels exceed OSHA standards.
Adequate hearing protection devices must be worn by
operators and surrounding personnel to ensure personal
protection against noise.
11. Keep smoke, fumes, and gases from the breathing area.
12. Fumes from the welding or cutting process are of various
types and strengths, depending on the kind of base metal
being worked on. To ensure your safety, do not breathe
these fumes.
13. Ventilation must be adequate to remove smoke, fumes,
and gases during the operation to protect operators and
other personnel in the area.
14. Vapors of chlorinated solvents can form the toxic gas
“Phosgene” when exposed to ultraviolet radiation from
an electric arc. All solvents, degreasers, and potential
sources of these vapors must be removed from the work
area.
15. Fumes produced by welding or cutting, particularly in
confined places, can cause discomfort and physical harm
if inhaled over an extended period of time.
16. Provide adequate ventilation in the welding or cutting area.
Use air-supplied respirators if ventilation is not adequate to
remove all fumes and gases. Never ventilate with oxygen.
Oxygen supports and vigorously accelerates fire.
WARNING
ARC RAYS, HOT SLAG AND SPARKS CAN INJURE
EYES AND BURN SKIN .
17. The welding and cutting processes produces extreme
localized heat and strong ultraviolet rays.
18. Never attempt to weld or cut without a welding helmet
with the proper lens. Ensure that the lens complies with
federal guidelines. A number 12 to 14 shade filter lens
provides the best protection against arc radiation. When
in a confined area, prevent the reflected arc rays from
entering around the helmet.
19. Ensure all personnel in the work area are protected from
arc rays and sparks. Approved shielding curtains and
appropriate goggles should be used to provide protection
to staff in the surrounding area and operators of nearby
equipment.
20. Unprotected skin should also be covered from arc rays,
heat and molten metal. Always wear protective gloves and
clothing that does not allow skin to become exposed. All
pockets should be closed and cuffs sewn shut. Leather
aprons, sleeves, leggings, etc., should be worn for out-of-
position welding and cutting or for heavy operations using
large electrodes. High top work shoes provide adequate
protection from foot burns. For added protection use
leather spats.
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1.02 Principal Safety Standards
1.03 Safety and Health
NOTE
Be sure to read and fully comprehend the safety
instuctions and warnings contained within
section 1 of this manual before performing
any welding or cutting operations.
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WARNING
SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT IF
WELDING AND CUTTING EQUIPMENT IS NOT
PROPERLY INSTALLED, USED AND MAINTAINED.
MISUSE OF THIS EQUIPMENT, OR OTHER UNSAFE
PRACTICES, CAN BE HAZARDOUS.
Electric shock can cause injury or death.
Smoke, fumes, and gases can be dangerous to your
health.
Arc rays, hot slag, and sparks can injure or burn
unprotected eyes and skin.
Welding sparks can cause fires and explosions.
Excessive noise can damage your hearing.
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SAFETY AND OPERATING REFERENCES
1. Code of Federal Regulations. (OSHA)
Section 29 Part 1910.95, 132, 133, 134, 139, 251, 252, 253, 254 and 1000.
U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, DC. 20402.
2. ANSl Z49.1 "Safety In Welding and Cutting."
3. ANSI Z87.1 "Practice for Occupational and Educational Eye and Face Protection."
4. ANSl Z88.2 "Standard Practice for Respiratory Protection."
American National Standards Institute, 1430 Broadway, New York, NY. 10018.
5. AWS F4.1 "Recommended Safe Practices for Welding and Cutting Containers."
6. AWS C5.3 "Recommended Practices for Air Carbon-Arc Gouging and Cutting."
The American Welding Society, 550 NW Lejeune RD., P.O.Box 351040, Miami FL. 33135
7. NFPA 51B “Fire Prevention in Cutting and Welding Processes.”
8. NFPA-7 “National Electrical Code.”
National Fire Protection Association, Battery Park, Quincy, MA. 02269.
9. CSA W117.2, "Safety in Welding, Cutting and Allied Processes."
Canadian Standards Association, 178 Rexdale Blvd., Rexdale, Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3.
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WARNING
THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS CHEMICALS, INCLUDING
LEAD, OR OTHERWISE PRODUCES CHEMICALS KNOWN
TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE CANCER,
BIRTH DEFECTS AND OTHER REPRODUCTIVE HARM.
WASH HANDS AFTER HANDLING. (CALIFORNIA
HEALTH & SAFETY CODE § 25249.5 ET SEQ.)
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INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION
2.03 Introduction
The Tweco
®
Robotics QWT-3 Quick Wire Trim unit was
engineered to operate along side the QRC™-2000 Cleaning
Station. The QWT-3 unit must be mounted to the side of
the cleaning station — the pivot pin on the wire trim unit
connects to the clamp arm of the cleaning station.
How It Works
The robot arm with the conductor tube assembly is
positioned directly above the wire trim unit. Welding wire
is then fed out of the contact tip, and the conductor tube
is lowered to the necessary height as determined by the
robot technician.
The cleaning station is activated to enable the clamping
arm to move into the clamped position and then
unclamped position. While the arm is in the clamped
position, the blade on the wire trim unit moves and trims
the welding wire.
The QWT-3 wire trim unit comes preassembled with the
items shown in Figure 1. Before starting the installation,
please read and understand the installation and operation
procedures outlined in this manual.
2.01 How to Use this Manual
To ensure safe operation, read the entire manual, including
the chapters on safety instructions and warnings.
Throughout this manual, the words WARNING, CAUTION,
and NOTE may appear. Pay particular attention to the
information provided under these headings. These special
annotations are easily recognized as follows:
WARNING
A WARNING GIVES INFORMATION REGARDING
POSSIBLE PERSONAL INJURY.
CAUTION
A CAUTION refers to possible equipment
damage.
NOTE
A NOTE offers helpful information concerning
certain operating procedures.
2.02 Receipt of Equipment
When you receive the equipment, check it against the
invoice to make sure it is complete and inspect the
equipment for possible damage due to shipping. If there is
any damage, notify the carrier immediately to file a claim.
Furnish complete information concerning damage claims
or shipping errors to the location in your area listed in the
inside back cover of this manual. Include a full description
of the parts in error.
If you want additional or replacement copies of this CD,
please contact Tweco
®
Robotics at the address and phone
number in your area listed on the inside back cover of this
manual. Include the Manual number (from page i) and
CD part number: 64-2601.
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SECTION 2:
INTRODUCTION AND DESCRIPTION
Figure 1: Quick Wire Trim Unit
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
SECTION 3:
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
1. Remove the QWT-3 wire trim unit from the shipping
carton. Check to ensure the assembled unit is complete
as shown in Figure 1. If any of the component parts
are missing, please notify the local Tweco Welding
Distributor or Tweco Products Customer Service
Department at 1-800-426-1888.
2. Mount the wire trim unit to the QRC™-2000 cleaning
station using a ¼”-20 x 1” long socket head, for the
cap screws supplied. Refer to Figure 2.
Figure 2: Wire Trim Unit Mounted on Cleaning Station
CLEANING
STATION
QWT-3 WIRE
TRIM UNIT
1/4”-20
SOCKET HEAD
CAP SCREW (2
EACH)
3. Remove the retaining clip from the pivot arm and move
the pivot arm toward the clamp arm of the cleaning
station. Refer to Figure 3.
RETAINING RING
PIVOT PIN
Figure 3: Retaining Clip on Pivot Pin
4. Position the pivot arm on the wire trim unit so that the
hole for the pivot pin is aligned with the ¼” (6,35mm)
hole in the clamp arm.
5. Insert the pivot pin through the pivot arm on the wire
trim unit and clamp arm of the cleaning station. Refer
to Figure 4.
PIVOT PIN
PIVOT ARM
CLAMP ARM
6. Hold the pivot pin in position so that the retaining clip
that was removed in Step 3 can be reconnected. Refer
to Figure 5.
Figure 4: Alignment of Pivot Pin, Pivot Arm and Clamp Arm
PIVOT PIN
GROOVE FOR
RETAINING
RING
7. Position the robot arm with the conductor tube
assembly directly above the wire trim unit. When
positioned correctly, the wire will be positioned
between the wire guide of the wire trim unit. Refer to
Figure 6.
Figure 5: Pivot Pin in Place
Figure 6: Conductor Tube/Wire and Wire Trim Unit
CONDUCTOR
TUBE NOZZLE/
WIRE
WIRE GUIDE
8. Lower the robot arm and conductor tube assembly to
a height that will expose the correct amount of welding
wire after cutting occurs — the welding wire should
extend past the cutting blade on the wire trim unit. Refer
to Figure 7.
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CONDUCTOR
TUBE
NOZZLE/
WIRE
CUTTING BLADE
Figure 7: Conductor Tube/Wire and Blade
NOTE
The cutting blade can be rotated to extend the
life of the cutting blade. To rotate the cutting
blade, the following steps must be followed:
A. Remove the ¼”-20 shoulder screw located on
the under side of the mounting block of the
QWT-3 unit. Refer to Figure 8.
B. Loosen the 10-32 socket head cap screw on top
of the QWT-3 unit until the wire guide can be
removed. Refer to Figure 9.
10-32 SOCKET HEAD
CAP SCREW
WIRE GUIDE
Figure 9: Location of the 10-32 Socket Head Cap Screw
C. Rotate the cutting blade 180º so that the new
cutting edge is facing away from the QRC™-
2000 cleaning station. Be sure to position the
¼” (6,35mm) diameter hole over the dowel pin
located on the pivot arm. Refer to Figure 10.
Figure 10: Dowel Pin Alignment
DOWEL PIN
BLADE
WIRE
GUIDE
DOWEL
PIN
PIVOT
ARM
D. Place the wire guide back into position and
thread the ¼”-20 shoulder screw back into the
mounting block and secure.
E. Tighten the 10-32 socket head cap screw wrench
tight.
9. Activate the cleaning station such that the clamping
arm moves to the clamped position and then returns
to the unclamped position.
10. Move the robot arm away from the wire trim unit/
cleaning station.
11. Begin the welding process.
SHOULDER
SCREW
SHOULDER
SCREW
Figure 8: Shoulder Screw
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REPLACEMENT PARTS
PART NO.: QWT-3-BS
STOCK # 3500-1322
PART NO.: QWT-3-D
STOCK # 3500-1323
PART NO.: QWT-3-RC
STOCK # 3500-1328
SECTION 4:
REPLACEMENT PARTS
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STATEMENT OF WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY: THERMADYNE
®
warrants that its products will be free of defects in workmanship or material.
Should any failure to conform to this warranty appear within the time period applicable to the THERMADYNE products
as stated below, THERMADYNE shall, upon notification thereof and substantiation that the product has been stored,
installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with THERMADYNE’s specifications, instructions, recommendations
and recognized standard industry practice, and not subject to misuse, repair, neglect, alteration, or accident, correct
such defects by suitable repair or replacement, at THERMADYNE’s sole option, of any components or parts of the
product determined by THERMADYNE to be defective.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IS IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING
ANY WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY:
THERMADYNE shall not under any circumstances be liable for special or consequential
damages, such as, but not limited to, damage or loss of purchased or replacement goods, or claims of customers of
distributor (hereinafter the “Purchaser”) for service interruption. The remedies of the Purchaser set forth herein are
exclusive and the liability of THERMADYNE with respect to any contract, or anything done in connection therewith such
as the performance or breach thereof, or from the manufacture, sale, delivery, resale, or use of any goods covered by or
furnished by THERMADYNE whether arising out of contract, negligence, strict tort, or under any warranty, or otherwise,
shall not, except as expressly provided herein, exceed the price of the goods upon which such liability is based.
THIS WARRANTY BECOMES INVALID IF REPLACEMENT PARTS OR ACCESSORIES ARE USED WHICH MAY IMPAIR
THE SAFETY OR PERFORMANCE OF ANY THERMADYNE PRODUCT.
THIS WARRANTY IS INVALID IF THE PRODUCT IS SOLD BY NON-AUTHORIZED PERSONS.
This warranty is effective for the time stated in the Warranty Schedule beginning on the date that the authorized
distributor delivers the products to the Purchaser.
Warranty repairs or replacement claims under this limited warranty must be submitted by an authorized THERMADYNE
repair facility within thirty (30) days of the repair. No transportation costs of any kind will be paid under this warranty.
Transportation charges to send products to an authorized warranty repair facility shall be the responsibility of the
Purchaser. All returned goods shall be at the Purchaser’s risk and expense. This warranty supersedes all previous
THERMADYNE warranties.
WARRANTY SCHEDULE
The warranty is effective below for the time stated in the Warranty Schedule beginning on the date that the authorized
distributor delivers the products to the purchaser. THERMADYNE
®
reserves the right to request documented evidence of date
of purchase.
Engine Driven Welders Parts / Labor
Scout
®
, Raider
®
, Explorer™
Original Main Power Stators and Inductors 3 years / 3 years
Original Main Power Rectifiers, Control P.C. Boards 3 years / 3 years
All Other Original Circuits and Components Including, but not Limited to, Relays, Switches, Contactors, Solenoids, Fans, Power Switch Semi-Conductors 1 year / 1 year
Engines and Associated Components are NOT Warranted by Thermal Arc
®
, Although Most are Warranted by the Engine Manufacturer. SEE THE ENGINE
MANUFACTURERS’ WARRANTY FOR DETAILS.
See the Engine Manufacturers’ Warranty
for Details
GMAW/FCAW (MIG) Welding Equipment Parts / Labor
Fabricator
®
131, 181, 190, 210, 251, 281; Fabstar
®
4030; PowerMaster
®
350, 350P, 500, 500P; Excel-Arc
®
6045; Wire Feeders: Ultrafeed
®
, Porta-feed
®
Original Main Power Transformer and Inductor 5 years / 3 years
Original Main Power Rectifiers, Control P.C. Boards, Power Switch Semi-Conductors 3 years / 3 years
All Other Original Circuits and Components Including, but not Limited to, Relays, Switches, Contactors, Solenoids, Fans, Electric Motors 1 year / 1 year
GTAW (TIG) & Multi-process Inverter Welding Equipment Parts / Labor
160TS, 300TS, 400TS, 185AC/DC, 200AC/DC, 300AC/DC, 400GTSW, 400MST, 300MST, 400MSTP
Original Main Power Magnetics 5 years / 3 years
Original Main Power Rectifiers, Control P.C. Boards, Power Switch Semi-Conductors 3 years / 3 years
All Other Original Circuits and Components Including, but not Limited to, Relays, Switches, Contactors, Solenoids, Fans, Electric Motors 1 year / 1 year
Plasma Welding Equipment Parts / Labor
Ultima
®
150
Original Main Power Magnetics 5 years / 3 years
Original Main Power Rectifiers, Control P.C. Boards, Power Switch Semi-Conductors 3 years / 3 years
Welding Console, Weld Controller, Weld Timer 3 years / 3 years
All Other Original Circuits and Components Including, but not Limited to, Relays, Switches, Contactors, Solenoids, Fans, Electric Motors, Coolant Recirculators 1 year / 1 year
SMAW (Stick) Welding Equipment Parts / Labor
Dragster™ 85
Original Main Power Magnetics 1 year / 1 year
Original Main Power Rectifiers, Control P.C. Boards 1 year / 1 year
All Other Original Circuits and Components Including, but not Limited to, Relays, Switches, Contactors, Solenoids, Fans, Power Switch Semi-Conductors 1 year / 1 year
160S, 300S, 400S
Original Main Power Magnetics 5 years / 3 years
Original Main Power Rectifiers, Control P.C. Boards 3 years / 3 years
All Other Original Circuits and Components Including, but not Limited to, Relays, Switches, Contactors, Solenoids, Fans, Power Switch Semi-Conductors 1 year / 1 year
General Arc Equipment Parts / Labor
Water Recirculators 1 year / 1 year
Plasma Welding Torches 180 days / 180 days
Gas Regulators (Supplied with Power Sources) 180 days / NA
MIG and TIG Torches (Supplied with Power Sources) 90 days / NA
Replacement Repair Parts 90 days / NA
MIG, TIG and Plasma Welding Torch Consumable Items NA / NA
Gas Welding and Cutting Equipment Parts / Labor
Victor
®
Professional 5 years / NA
Oxygen Conservers 2 years / NA
Aluminum Cylinders Lifetime / NA
Cutting Machine Motors 1 year / NA
HP&I Brass Regulators/Manifolds 2 years / NA
HP&I Stainless Regulators/Manifolds 1 year / NA
HP&I Corrosive Gas Regulators/Manifolds 90 days / NA
TurboTorch
®
3 years / NA
CutSkill
®
2 years / NA
Steel Cylinders 1 year / NA
Victor Medical 6 years / NA
Victor VSP 2 years / NA
Firepower
®
MIG Welders 5-2-1 years / NA
Transformers 5 years / NA
Parts Used in Rental Applications
1 year from date sold by seller to authorized
distributor
MIG Torches and Arc Accessories Parts / Labor
Arcair
®
N6000 90 days / NA
Eliminator
®
Spool and Pull Guns 90 days / NA
Robotic Deflection Mounts 90 days / NA
QRM-100 Anti-Spatter Applicator 90 days / NA
TC and TCV Water Coolers 1 year / NA
TSC-96 Smoke Collector 1 year / NA
ESG-1, EPG-CR1, EPG-CR2 Control Boxes for Eliminator Spool & Pull Guns 1 year / NA
QRC-2000 Nozzle Cleaning Stations 1 year / 1 year
QRC-3000 UltraSonic Cleaning Stations 2 years / 2 years
All other products 30 days from date purchaser purchases from seller. 30 days / NA
Plasma Cutting Systems Parts / Labor
Automated Plasma 2 years / 1 year
CutMaster™ 3 years / 3 years
PakMaster
®
XL PLUS 3 years / 1 year
Drag-Gun
®
1 year / 1 year
Drag-Gun Plus 2 years / 1 year
Torches 1 year / 1 year
Consoles, Control Equipment, Heat Exchangers and Accessory Equipment 1 year / 1 year
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DISPOSITIF DE
COUPE RAPIDE
DE FIL
Guide D’installation
et D’utilisation
English
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QWT-3
Révision: A Date d’émission: 12 novembre 2008 No de Forma: SM-QWT-3
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Sécurité. Ceci vous aidera à éviter d’éventuels accidents qui pourraient
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Dispositif de Coupe Rapide de Fil
Guide d’installation et d’utilisation
Numéro du Manuel d’Instructions pour SM-QWT-3
Publié par:
Tweco
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Products Inc.
2800 Airport Road
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(940) 566-2000
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AVERTISSEMENT
LISEZ ET COMPRENEZ TOUT LE MANUEL ET LES PRATIQUES DE SÉCURITÉ DE L’UTILISATEUR AVANT
L’INSTALLATION, LE FONCTIONNEMENT OU L’ENTRETIEN DE L’ÉQUIPEMENT. MÊME SI LES INFORMATIONS
CONTENUES DANS CE MANUEL REPRÉSENTENT LE MEILLEUR JUGEMENT DU FABRICANT, CELUI-CI N’ASSUME
AUCUNE RESPONSABILITÉ POUR SON USAGE.
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Table of Contents
SECTION 1: INSTRUCTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ ET MISES EN GARDE .............................F1-1
1.01 Accidents de Soudage ............................................................................. F1-1
1.02 Principales Normes de Sécurité ..............................................................F1-3
1.03 Sécurité et Santé .....................................................................................F1-3
SECTION 2: INTRODUCTION ET DESCRIPTION ..................................................F2-4
2.01 Comment Utiliser ce Manuel ...................................................................F2-4
2.02 Réception de L’équipement .....................................................................F2-4
2.03 Introduction ............................................................................................F2-4
SECTION 3: INSTALLATION ET OPÉRATION ......................................................
F3-5
SECTION 4: PIÈCES DE RECHANGE ................................................................
F4-7
GARANTIE .............................................................................................F5-8
TABLEAU DES GARANTIES ..........................................................................F5-9
GARANTIE LIMITÉE ................................................................................ F5-10
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1.01 Accidents de Soudage
4. Eloignez les bouteilles d’oxygène, les chaînes,les
câbles métalliques, les engins de levage, les treuils
et les élévateurs de toute partie du circuit électrique.
5. Toutes les connexions de terre doivent être vérifiées
périodiquement pour déterminer si elles sont
mécaniquement résistantes et électriquement
appropriées au courant demandé.
6. En cas de soudage ou découpage en courant alternatif
dans des conditions d’humidité ou de chaleur avec
facteur de transpiration, l’utilisation de contrôles
automatiques fiables pour réduire la tension à vide est
recommandée pour diminuer les risques de choc.
7. Lorsque le procédé de soudage ou découpage exige
des valeurs de tension en circuit ouvert dans des
machines à courant alternatif plus élevé que 80
volts, et des machines à courant continu plus élevé
que 100 volts, des mesures doivent être prises pour
empêcher un contact accidentel entre l’opérateur et la
tension élevée par une isolation adéquate ou d’autres
moyens.
8. Lorsque le soudage doit être interrompu pendant une
certaine période, comme lors d’un repas ou d’une nuit,
toutes les électrodes doivent être enlevées de la torche
et celle-ci doit être rangée avec soin pour éviter un
contact accidentel.
9. La torche doit être déconnectée de la source d’énergie
en cas de non utilisation.
10.
Ne plongez jamais les pistolets Mig, les supports
d’électrodes, les torches TIG, les torches à plasma
ou les électrodes dans l’eau.
SECTION 1:
INSTRUCTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ ET MISES EN GARDE
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AVERTISSEMENT
DES BLESSURES GRAVES OU MORTELLES PEUVENT RÉSULTER D’UNE INSTALLATION, D’UN USAGE ET D’UN ENTRETIEN
INCORRECTS DE L’ÉQUIPEMENT DE SOUDAGE ET DÉCOUPAGE. UNE MAUVAISE UTILISATION DE CET ÉQUIPEMENT ET
D’AUTRES PRATIQUES RISQUÉES PEUVENT ÊTRE DANGEREUSES. L’OPÉRATEUR, LE SUPERVISEUR ET L’AIDE DOIVENT LIRE
ET COMPRENDRE LES PRÉCAUTIONS ET INSTRUCTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ SUIVANTES AVANT L’INSTALLATION OU L’UTILISATION
DE TOUT ÉQUIPEMENT DE SOUDAGE OU DÉCOUPAGE.
LE PROCÉDÉ DE DÉCOUPAGE ET SOUDAGE EST EMPLOYÉ DANS DE NOMBREUX ENVIRONNEMENTS POTENTIELLEMENT
DANGEREUX COMME LES HAUTEURS, LES ZONES À VENTILATION LIMITÉE, LES PIÈCES ÉTROITES, AUTOUR DE L’EAU,
DANS DES MILIEUX HOSTILES, ETC., ET IL EST IMPORTANT QUE LES OPÉRATEURS SOIENT CONSCIENTS DES DANGERS
LORS DU TRAVAIL DANS CES TYPES DE CONDITIONS. ASSUREZ-VOUS QUE L’(LES) OPÉRATEUR(S) SONT FORMÉS AUX
PRATIQUES DE SÉCURITÉ POUR LES ENVIRONNEMENTS DANS LESQUELS ILS SONT SUPPOSÉS TRAVAILLER ET SOUS
SUPERVISION COMPÉTENTE.
IL EST ESSENTIEL QUE L’OPÉRATEUR, LE SUPERVISEUR OU TOUT LE PERSONNEL DANS LA ZONE DE TRAVAIL SOIENT
CONSCIENTS DES DANGERS DU PROCÉDÉ DE SOUDAGE ET DÉCOUPAGE. UNE FORMATION ET UNE SUPERVISION ADAPTÉES
SONT IMPORTANTES POUR UN LIEU DE TRAVAIL SÛR. GARDEZ CES INSTRUCTIONS POUR UNE UTILISATION FUTURE.
DES INFORMATIONS SUPPLÉMENTAIRES DE SÉCURITÉ ET DE FONCTIONNEMENT SONT MENTIONNÉES DANS CHAQUE
PARTIE.
1. Ne touchez pas les pièces électriques sous tension.
2.
Ne touchez pas en même temps une électrode avec
la peau nue et la masse.
3. Gardez toujours les gants de soudage au sec et en
bon état.
REMARQUE
Les vêtements de protection aluminisés peuvent
devenir une partie du circuit électrique.
AVERTISSEMENT
UN CHOC ELECTRIQUE PEUT PROVOQUER DES
BLESSURES OU PEUT ÊTRE MORTELLE
L’INSTALLATION ET L’ENTRETIEN DE
L’ÉQUIPEMENT DOIVENT ÊTRE CONFORMES
AU CODE ELECTRIQUE NATIONAL (NFPA 70)
ET AUX CODES LOCAUX. N’EFFECTUEZ PAS
D’ENTRETIEN OU DE RÉPARATION LORSQUE
L’ÉQUIPEMENT EST EN MARCHE. N’OPÉREZ
PAS L’ÉQUIPEMENT SANS ISOLATEURS OU
CACHES DE PROTECTION. L’ENTRETIEN OU LA
RÉPARATION DE L’ÉQUIPEMENT DOIVENT ÊTRE
EFFECTUÉS UNIQUEMENT PAR UN TECHNICIEN
QUALIFIÉ, OU PAR DU PERSONNEL FORMÉ.
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20. La peau devrait aussi être protégée des rayons de l’arc,
de la chaleur et du métal fondu. Portez toujours des
gants et des vêtements de protection qui empêchent
l’exposition de votre peau. Toutes les poches devraient
être fermées et les manchettes cousues. Des tabliers,
manches, guêtres en cuir, etc. devraient être portés
pour le soudage et découpage ou pour les opérations
lourdes utilisant de grandes électrodes. Les chaussures
de sécurité fournissent une protection suffisante contre
les brûlures aux pieds. Pour plus de protection portez
des guêtres en cuir.
21. Les préparations à cheveux inflammables ne
devraient pas être utilisées lors du soudage ou
découpage. Portez des bouchons d’oreilles pour
protégez vos oreilles des étincelles.
22. Lorsque la zone de travail le permet, l’opérateur devrait
être enfermé dans une cabine individuelle recouverte
d’un revêtement à faible réflectivité comme l’oxyde de
zinc. Ceci est un facteur important pour absorber les
rayons ultraviolets, et un noir de lampe. L’opérateur
devrait être enfermé avec des écrans non combustibles
revêtus de manière similaire.
AVERTISSEMENT
LE RAYONNEMENT DE L’ARC, LES SCORIES ET
LES ETINCELLES CHAUDES PEUVENT BLESSER
LES YEUX ET BRULER LA PEAU.
11. Eloignez la fumée, les émanations et les gaz de la
zone de respiration.
12. Les émanations du procédé de soudage ou découpage
sont de divers types et forces, selon le genre de métal
de base travaillé. Pour votre sécurité, ne respirez pas
ces émanations.
13. La ventilation doit être suffisante pour enlever
la fumée, les émanations et les gaz pendant le
fonctionnement pour protéger les opérateurs et le
personnel présents dans le secteur.
14. Les vapeurs de solvants chlorés peuvent former le
gaz toxique « Phosgène » en cas d’exposition au
rayonnement ultraviolet d’un arc électrique. Tous les
solvants, décapants et sources potentielles de ces
vapeurs doivent être enlevés de la zone de travail.
15. Les émanations produites lors du soudage ou
découpage, surtout à des endroits confinés, peuvent
causer une gêne et un malaise physique en cas
d’inhalation pendant une période prolongée.
16. Fournissez suffisamment de ventilation dans la zone
de soudage ou découpage. Servez-vous d’appareils
respiratoires à arrivée d’air si la ventilation n’est pas
suffisante pour enlever toutes les émanations et gaz.
Ne ventilez jamais avec de l’oxygène. L’oxygène
entretient et accélère vigoureusement le feu.
17 Les procédés de soudage et découpage produisent
une chaleur localisée extrême et de forts rayons
ultraviolets.
18 N’essayez jamais de souder ou couper sans casque de
soudage équipé de verres adéquats. Veillez à ce que
les verres soient conformes aux normes fédérales.
Des verres à filtre de numéro 12 à 14 fournissent la
meilleure protection contre le rayonnement de l’arc.
En cas d’endroit confiné évitez que les réflexions du
rayonnement de l’arc pénètrent autour du casque.
AVERTISSEMENT
LES ETINCELLES DE SOUDURE PEUVENT CAUSER
DES INCENDIES ET DES EXPLOSIONS.
AVERTISSEMENT
LA FUMÉE, LES ÉMANATIONS ET LES GAZ
PEUVENT ÊTRE DANGEREUX POUR VOTRE
SANTÉ
19. Veillez à ce que tout le personnel dans la zone de
travail soit protégé du rayonnement de l’arc et des
étincelles. Des rideaux de protection approuvés et
des lunettes de protection appropriées devraient
être utilisés pour fournir une protection au personnel
se trouvant aux abords et aux opérateurs des
équipements voisins.
23. Les causes d’incendie et d’explosion sont: les combustibles
atteints par l’arc, flammes, étincelles volantes, scories
chaudes ou matériaux chauffés. Retirez les combustibles de
la zone de travail et/ou etablissez une surveillance du feu.
24.
Evitez les vêtements huileux ou graisseux car les étincelles
peuvent y mettre le feu. Ayez un extincteur à proximité et sachez
comment l’utiliser.
25.
Soyez attentif au danger de conduction ou rayonnement, par
exemple si le soudage ou découpage doit être fait contre un
mur, une cloison, un toit en métal, un plafond ou un toit, des
précautions doivent être prises pour éviter la mise à feu des
combustibles de l’autre côté.
26. Ne soudez ni
ne coupez pas des conteneurs ayant contenu
des combustibles. Tous les espaces creux, cavités et
conteneurs devraient être aérés avant le soudage ou
découpage pour permettre l’évasion de l’air ou des gaz.
Une purge avec du gaz inerte est recommandée.
27.
N’utilisez jamais d’oxygène dans une torche de
soudage. N’utilisez que des gaz inertes ou des mélanges
de gaz inertes conformément aux exigences du procédé.
L’utilisation de gaz combustibles comprimés peut causer
des explosions pouvant provoque blessures personnelles
ou être fatales. L’utilisation de l’arc contre toute bouteille
de gaz comprimé peut endommager la bouteille ou
causer une explosion.
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