EasyManua.ls Logo

Fronius PlasmaModule 10 User Manual

Fronius PlasmaModule 10
52 pages
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
To Next Page IconTo Next Page
Page #1 background imageLoading...
Page #1 background image
TÄYDELLISTÄ HITSAUSTA
PLASMAMODULE 10
/ Operating Instructions
/ Spare Parts List
v.01/2012 ENG

Table of Contents

Question and Answer IconNeed help?

Do you have a question about the Fronius PlasmaModule 10 and is the answer not in the manual?

Fronius PlasmaModule 10 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Protection ClassIP23
Input Voltage400 V
Efficiency85%
Mains Voltage400 V
Mains Frequency50/60 Hz

Summary

Dear Reader

Introduction

Introduction to the Fronius PlasmaModule 10, encouraging careful reading of the manual and safety rules.

Safety Rules and Warnings

Danger and Signal Word Explanations

Explanations of danger signal words (DANGER, WARNING, CAUTION, NOTE) and important notes used in the manual.

General Safety Remarks

General safety remarks, user qualifications, and guidelines for maintaining safety warnings on the machine.

Operational Guidelines

Intended Use and Prohibitions

Defines the intended use of the machine and lists prohibited uses like thawing pipes or starting engines.

Ambient Conditions

Specifies the operating temperature range, relative atmospheric humidity, and air quality requirements for the machine.

Owner and Operator Obligations

Details the owner's responsibility to ensure qualified personnel and adherence to safety regulations and manual instructions.

Personnel and System Connections

Personnel Obligations

Outlines the obligations of personnel before starting work, including observing regulations and understanding manual instructions.

Mains Connection and Power Quality

Explains how high-performance devices affect mains power quality and lists criteria for connection.

Personal Protection and Hazard Awareness

Lists hazards during welding such as sparks, radiation, EMF, noise, and fumes, and specifies required protective clothing.

Personal Protection and Hazard Awareness (Cont.)

Protective Gear and Bystander Safety

Details protective clothing requirements, ear protection, and measures to keep bystanders away from the welding area.

Noise Emission Information

Provides information on the maximum sound power level generated by the device, noting workplace-specific values are not provided.

Hazards from Gases and Vapors

Explains the hazards of welding fumes and vapors, their potential health effects, and necessary precautions.

Specific Hazards and Precautions

Noxious Gases and Vapors Hazards

Discusses the harmfulness of welding fumes based on components and advises consulting Material Safety Data Sheets.

Flying Sparks Hazards

Warns about the fire and explosion risks from flying sparks and specifies safety distances and fire prevention measures.

Electrical Hazards: Mains and Welding Current

Details the life-threatening risks of electric shock and outlines precautions for handling mains and welding current.

Electrical Safety and Stray Currents

Mains and Welding Current Safety

Provides instructions on avoiding electrical hazards, proper grounding, cable management, and safety procedures during maintenance.

Stray Welding Currents

Explains the causes and consequences of stray welding currents, including fire and equipment damage, and outlines preventative measures.

Stray Currents and EMC Considerations

Stray Current Prevention

Provides additional notes on preventing stray welding currents, especially with automated systems and incorrect torch/wire handling.

EMC Device Classifications

Defines EMC emission classes A and B and how they apply to industrial and residential settings.

EMC Measures

Outlines measures to prevent or mitigate electromagnetic interference, including mains supply, cable management, and shielding.

Electromagnetic Interference and Danger Zones

EMI Precautions

Warns about potential health effects of electromagnetic fields and advises on maintaining distance and safe practices.

Particular Danger Spots

Highlights specific danger zones such as moving parts, hot workpieces, and areas with fire/explosion risks.

Specific Danger Zones and Gas Cylinder Safety

Continued Danger Spot Precautions

Provides safety instructions for hoisting machines, handling carrying straps, and avoiding hazards from inert gas.

Shielding Gas Cylinder Dangers

Details the risks associated with shielding-gas cylinders, including explosion hazards, proper handling, and storage.

Installation and Operational Safety

Site and Transport Safety

Covers safety precautions for machine placement, inclination limits, fire/explosion risks, workplace cleanliness, and transportation.

Normal Operation Safety

Emphasizes operating the machine only with functional protective features and avoiding manipulation of safety devices.

Operational Safety, Maintenance, and Disposal

Continued Operational Safety

Reinforces operating with functional safety features, avoiding coolant mixing, and proper disposal procedures.

Preventive and Corrective Maintenance

Advises using original spare parts, obtaining manufacturer permission for modifications, and timely replacement of components.

Safety Inspections

Recommends annual safety inspections and calibration, performed by qualified electricians, following national standards.

Product Disposal

Instructs on proper disposal of the device according to European directives and national laws, emphasizing separate collection.

Compliance and Data Management

Safety Markings

Explains the meaning of CE and CSA-Test Markings, indicating compliance with relevant safety and compatibility standards.

Data Security

States the user's responsibility for data security of factory settings and that the manufacturer is not liable for deleted personal settings.

Copyright Information

Confirms copyright of the manual, reserves rights for modifications, and requests feedback for improvements or corrections.

PlasmaModule 10: Control Panel and Setup

Control Panel Overview

Illustrates and describes the control panel of the PlasmaModule 10, including displays, buttons, and LEDs.

Gas Setup Menu

Explains the Gas Setup menu for adjusting plasma gas pre-flow time, post-flow time, purging, and pre-flow amount.

Main Setup Menu

Details the Setup menu for adjusting pilot arc current and factory reset functions, and accessing the second level of the menu.

Setup Menu Level 2

Describes how to access the second level of the Setup menu to configure machine pre-sets like flow monitoring and country settings.

Product Overview and Definitions

Device Concept

Explains the modular concept of the PlasmaModule 10 and its flexibility in complex welding systems.

Explanation of Terms

Defines 'Plasma' as a gas with charged particles and 'Plasma welding' as a process using a constricted arc.

Plasma Welding System Components

Compatible Power Sources

Lists compatible Fronius power sources for the PlasmaModule 10 and notes on cooling units and duty cycles.

Principle of Plasma Welding

Illustrates and explains the principle of plasma welding, showing the setup with gas regulators, power source, and cooling unit.

Plasma Welding Advantages and Applications

Plasma vs. TIG Welding

Compares plasma welding to TIG welding, highlighting advantages like concentrated arc, smaller HAZ, and longer torch life.

Application Areas

Lists application areas for the PlasmaModule 10, including automated and manual welding in various industries for sheet thicknesses up to 10mm.

Options and Accessories

Lists available options and accessories for the PlasmaModule 10, such as welding torches, hosepacks, and holders.

Controls and Connections: Front Panel

General Connection Remarks

General warning about incorrect operation causing injury or damage, emphasizing the need to read operating and safety instructions.

Front Panel Layout

Illustrates the front panel of the PlasmaModule 10, labeling its various controls and indicators.

Front and Rear Panel Details

Front Panel Component Descriptions

Provides detailed descriptions of each component on the front panel, including digital displays, LEDs, and buttons.

Rear Panel Connections

Illustrates the rear panel of the PlasmaModule 10, labeling connections for LocalNet, plasma gas, and mains.

Rear Panel Connections (Cont.)

Detailed Rear Panel Components

Details the connections and components found on the rear panel of the PlasmaModule 10.

Before Commissioning Procedures

Commissioning General Remarks

General warning about incorrect operation causing injury or damage, emphasizing the need to read operating and safety instructions.

Intended Use Regulations

Specifies the intended use of the PlasmaModule 10 with TIG power sources and lists supported plasma welding processes.

Setup and Installation Regulations

Describes setup regulations, including IP23 protection, avoiding direct wetting, and placing the machine on a stable surface.

Mains Connection Requirements

Explains the mains voltage requirements and the importance of properly fitted mains cables and adequate fuse protection.

Powering and Gas Control

Generator Power Operation

States that the PlasmaModule 10 is generator-compatible and specifies the minimum apparent power requirement.

Digital Plasma Gas Control

Details the digital plasma gas regulator, its safety warnings regarding gas hazards, and proper installation and usage.

Installation Process

Installation Factors

Lists factors influencing plasma welding system installation, such as application, material, space, and environmental conditions.

Installation Safety and Setup

Provides a warning about electric shock during installation and a caution about falling equipment, advising on component setup.

Connecting Hosepack to TIG Power Source

Illustrates and describes the process of connecting the interconnecting hosepack to a TransTig power source.

Connecting System Components

Hosepack Connection (Cont.)

Illustrates the connection of the interconnecting hosepack to TransTig 4000/5000 power sources and cooling units.

Plasma Torch Connection

Illustrates how to connect the plasma welding torch to the PlasmaModule 10 and its holder.

Gas and Robot System Integration

Shielding and Plasma Gas Connections

Provides instructions for connecting separate cylinders for plasma and shielding gas, specifying pressure and gas types.

Robot Control Integration

Explains the requirements for robot control, including a robot interface and connecting cables to the PlasmaModule 10 and TIG power source.

Commissioning and Operation Notes

Commissioning Procedure

Details the step-by-step process for commissioning, including electrode insertion, gas purging, and starting the plasma welding process.

Operational Notes for Wear Reduction

Provides operational notes to reduce wear, such as keeping the pilot arc burning and ensuring adequate shielding gas flow.

Plasma Welding Process Illustration

Process Timing and Gas Flow

Illustrates the plasma welding process, showing timelines for welding current and gas flow, including pre-flow and post-flow.

Setup Menu: Gas Parameters

Setup Menu Introduction

Explains that the Setup menu allows adaptation of saved parameters for different tasks and defines Gas Setup and Setup menu parameters.

Gas Setup Configuration

Guides users on entering the Gas Setup menu to adjust plasma gas pre-flow time, post-flow time, and gas purging.

Setup Menu: Process Parameters

Gas Setup Details (GPA)

Details the GPA parameter for plasma gas pre-flow and post-flow amount.

Plasma Process Setup

Guides users on entering the Setup menu to adjust plasma process parameters like pilot arc current and factory reset.

Setup Menu Level 2 Access

Explains how to access and enter the second level of the Setup menu for machine pre-set parameter configuration.

Setup Menu Level 2: Machine Pre-sets

Level 2 Navigation and Exit

Details how to select and change parameters in the second level of the Setup menu, and how to exit.

Machine Pre-set Parameters

Lists and describes machine pre-set parameters such as Flow monitoring (C-C), Gas correction (COr), Country setting (SEt), and Ignition Time-Out (ItO).

Plasma Gas Correction Factors

Correction Factor Table

Provides a table of correction factors for various plasma gas compositions, including Argon, Helium, and Hydrogen mixtures.

Robot Welding Interface Signals

Robot Interface Requirements

States that robot operation of the PlasmaModule 10 requires a robot interface and lists available control interfaces.

Signal Overview Table

Presents an overview table mapping signals (Input/Output) to different robot interfaces (ROB 3000, ROB 4000, Field bus).

Robot Welding Signal Functions

Describes the function of various signals for robot-controlled plasma welding, including welding start, robot ready, and arc stable.

Robot Welding Signal Details

Signal Function Details

Details the 'Power source ready' and 'Welding current real value' signals for robot operation.

Signal Waveform Diagrams

Illustrates the signal waveforms for power input, robot ready, welding start, arc stable, and power source ready signals over time.

Robot Connection Example

Provides an example of how to connect the robot interface to the robot control, detailing signal assignments and wiring.

Robot Operation Safety and Voltage Selection

Robot Operation Safety Notes

Warns about unexpected welding starts and the effect of connection loss on output signals, and explains voltage selection for digital outputs.

Troubleshooting: General and Error Codes

Troubleshooting Introduction

Mentions the intelligent safety system, fuse-less operation, and safety precautions before opening the machine.

Specific Service Codes (tP1, tS1, tSt, Err 051, Err 052)

Lists specific service codes (tP1, tS1, tSt, Err 051, Err 052) and their causes and remedies.

Troubleshooting: More Error Codes

Specific Service Codes (Cont.)

Lists further service codes (no | IGn, Err | IP, Err | bPS, dSP, no | Arc, no | H2O, -St | oP-, Err | 70.1, no | GAS, Err | 70.3) and their causes and remedies.

Troubleshooting: Final Error Codes and Basic Issues

Specific Service Codes (Final)

Lists remaining service codes (Err | 70.4, Err | 70.5) and general troubleshooting for 'No function' and 'No pilot arc'.

Care, Maintenance, and Disposal

General Care and Maintenance

Emphasizes minimum care and maintenance for long-term usability and lists safety precautions before opening the machine.

Routine Checks: Start-up

Details checks to perform at every start-up, including mains plug, torch, hosepack, earth connection, and cooling air flow.

Periodic Maintenance: 2 & 6 Months

Suggests cleaning the air filter every 2 months and cleaning the machine interior every 6 months.

Disposal Procedures

Instructs on proper disposal of the machine in accordance with applicable national and local regulations.

Configuration Examples

Manual Mode Configuration

Illustrates the 'Manual mode' configuration for a plasma welding system for manual use.

Manual Mode Component List

List of Components (Manual Mode)

Provides a list of components used in the 'Manual mode' configuration, with corresponding item numbers.

Robot Mode Configuration

Robot Mode Configuration Diagram

Illustrates the 'Robot mode' configuration for a plasma welding system for automated use.

Robot Mode Component List

List of Components (Robot Mode)

Provides a list of components used in the 'Robot mode' configuration, including robot interfaces and cables.

Technical Data and Specifications

Technical Data Introduction

Notes that inadequately dimensioned electrical installations can cause damage and that rating plate data applies.

Key Technical Specifications

Lists key technical specifications such as mains voltage, tolerance, fuse protection, power, current range, voltages, protection class, and dimensions.

PlasmaModule 10: Spare Parts Identification

Part Number Identification

Part identification numbers and labels for components of the PlasmaModule 10.

Spare Parts List (Part 1)

Lists part numbers and corresponding components for the PlasmaModule 10, with explanatory notes in multiple languages.

PlasmaModule 10: Spare Parts List (Cont.)

Spare Parts List (Part 2)

Continues the spare parts list for the PlasmaModule 10, detailing components with their respective part numbers and labels.

Related product manuals