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ACT4 Electrofusion Welding Unit – Operator Manual – Rev: 4.1.G
ACT 4
(Data logging 80v welding unit)
Operating manual
© 2008. Advance Welding.
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  • Page 1 ACT4 Electrofusion Welding Unit – Operator Manual – Rev: 4.1.G ACT 4 (Data logging 80v welding unit) Operating manual © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 1...
  • Page 2 ACT4 Electrofusion Welding Unit – Operator Manual – Rev: 4.1.G © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 2...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Set Up Options ..........16 Information ............17 Fault Finding ........... 18 Maintenance ........... 21 Disposal ............22 Calibration and Warranty ........ 22 Declaration of Conformity ....... 25 Service and Repair ......... 26 Quick Start Guide ..........28 © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 3...
  • Page 4: Operating Controls

    5. Protective Lid 8. Protective Frame 9. Supply Breaker 4. Welding Cable Socket 3. USB Socket 10. Supply Cable IMPORTANT! 80 volt welding units 2. USB Memory require a BLUE 1. Welding Cable welding cable. © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 4...
  • Page 5: Safety Notes

    Keep the work area safe!  Keep bystanders a safe distance away from the machine while welding.  Never allow people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the welding unit. © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 5...
  • Page 6: Product Specification

    An extended temperature unit is available with limits -40 C to +50 Advance Welding has a policy of continuously improving product design, and as such reserve the right to change specification of its products without prior notice and with impunity.
  • Page 7: Intended Use

    This manual does not detail the specific welding procedure for the fittings: scraping, clamping and assembly of joints. For this information you must contact the manufacturer of the fittings. © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 7...
  • Page 8: Delivered Items

    Damaged cables must be replaced by an approved service agent. This equipment is classified as “Portable for use on industrial applications”, and must undergo a formal electrical safety check (Portable Appliance Test) as per local regulations. © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 8...
  • Page 9: Using The Equipment

    1 or 0 keys. (This is the same method used for text with mobile cell phones.) Pressing the B Quick-Key will step Back one position. Pressing the C Quick-Key will Clear the input field. © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 9...
  • Page 10: Data Log Memory

    An optional “lifetime weld memory” feature is available. This uses an SD memory card fitted internally that records every weld carried out by the unit. This is designed as a backup device and can only be downloaded by an approved service agent. © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 10...
  • Page 11: Manual Welding

    Press any key to continue. The display will ask for the welding cable to be disconnected from the fitting. Doing this will reset the unit back to the welding menu. © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 11...
  • Page 12: Easigrip Welding

    Mark the insertion depth on the second pipe and using the appropriate lifting aids, slide the second pipe into the coupler up to the correct insertion depth. Position the tie bars through the locking cams to immobilise the pipes and fitting. © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 12...
  • Page 13 Press any key to continue. The display will ask for the welding cable to be disconnected from the fitting. Doing this will reset the unit back to the welding menu. © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 13...
  • Page 14: Extreme Low Temperature Operation

    The operation of the unit is now as previously described. Extended temperature range facility is a factory-fitted option and must be requested when ordering the product from you supplier. © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 14...
  • Page 15: Downloading The Weld Memory

    This allows the software to be upgraded without opening up the unit or changing the memory chip. Software upgrade must be carried out by an approved service agent, and are emailed from the manufacturer. © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 15...
  • Page 16: Set Up Options

    The owner details, shown when the unit is first switched on, can be entered or changed. Download Format. The format of the data log download can be changed from protected PFD to plain text XLS. © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 16...
  • Page 17: Information

    The serial number and part number of the unit are shown. The calibration date and calibration period are also shown. Press the A Quick-Key and the following weld counters are shown: Total weld count, weld count at last calibration, welds done since last calibration. © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 17...
  • Page 18: Fault Finding

    The unit has detected that the ambient temperature is very cold or the sensor has broken. If the temperature is not below -40 C then the unit will need to be returned to a service agent for repair. © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 18...
  • Page 19 It is recommended that only 10 meters of extension are used, and the cable should be the same thickness as the input lead on the unit (4.0mm © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 19...
  • Page 20 Follow the instructions with Windows to defragment the memory pen. 52: USB Memory: File not found. When performing a software upgrade, the required file was not found on the memory drive. Reload the upgrade files onto the memory drive. © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 20...
  • Page 21: Maintenance

    It is recommended that the unit is calibrated every twelve months. After use, clean the outside of the unit with a soft brush or cloth. Carefully wind up and store the cables around the frame in the location provided. © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 21...
  • Page 22: Disposal

    Measurement and Sampling) is a service of UKAS (United Kingdom Accreditation Service). This welding unit has a TWELVE month calibration and warranty period, active from the first use of the unit by the end user customer. © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 22...
  • Page 23 Advance Welding or an authorised and approved service facility. Customers will prepay all shipping charges for products returned under warranty, and Advance Welding will charge for return of the products back to the customer. This warranty statement gives the customer specific legal rights.
  • Page 24 ACT4 Electrofusion Welding Unit – Operator Manual – Rev: 4.1.G Limitations of Warranty: Advance Welding does not warrant the operation of any product to be uninterrupted or error free. Advance Welding specifically disclaims the implied warranties of satisfactory quality and fitness for a particular purpose.
  • Page 25: Declaration Of Conformity

    CE marked accordingly. The applicable standards are: 89/336/EEC Electromagnetic compatibility 73/23/EEC Low voltage equipment 98/37/EC Machinery safety More detailed information is available on our web site at www.ElectrofusionWelding.com On behalf of K.M.Wilkinson. Advance Welding: © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 25...
  • Page 26: Service And Repair

    Service and Repair Manufactured in the UK by: ADVANCE WELDING Units 1 & 2 Taylor Street Cleckheaton West Yorkshire BD19 5DZ United Kingdom Tel: 0844 880 7748 Fax: 0870 752 6139 Email: sales@advancewelding.co.uk Web: www.ElectrofusionWelding.com © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 26...
  • Page 27 ACT4 Electrofusion Welding Unit – Operator Manual – Rev: 4.1.G Notes: © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 27...
  • Page 28: Quick Start Guide

    Any faults will be indicated on the display.  At the end of the weld, disconnect the welding cable to reset the unit.  Press the Star key to return to the main menu if required. © 2008. Advance Welding. Page 28...

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