1SAFETY SAFETY Meaning of symbols As used throughout this manual: Means Attention! Be Alert! Means immediate hazards which, if not avoided, will result in immediate, serious personal injury or loss of life. WARNING! Means potential hazards which could result in personal injury or loss of life CAUTION! Means hazards which could result in minor personal injury.
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1SAFETY Personal safety equipment: Always wear recommended personal safety equipment, such as safety glasses, flame-proof clothing, safety gloves. Do not wear loose--fitting items, such as scarves, bracelets, rings, etc., which could become trapped or cause burns. General precautions: Make sure the return cable is connected securely. Work on high voltage equipment may only be carried out by qualified electricians.
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2INTRODUCTION ARC RAYS - Can injure eyes and burn skin Protect your eyes and body. Use the correct welding screen, filter lens and wear protective clothing Protect bystanders with suitable screens or curtains NOISE- Excessive noise can damage hearing ...
2INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION 2.1 Overview The ArcWeld 420iis a wire feed unit intended for MIG/MAG & FCAW welding together with the welding power sources. MIGArc 6200i MIGArc 4200i They can be used with wire bobbins up to Ø300mm.The wire feed unit can be placed on the machine or on the floor during the operation EUTECTIC’s accessories for the product can be found on page 18.
3TECHNICAL DATA TECHNICALDATA ArcWeld 420i Power supply 24VDC Power requirement 120 VA Input supply current I Setting range Wire feed speed 1.5 - 25.0 m/min Torch connection EURO Max. diameter wire bobbin 300 mm Wire dimension 0.8 - 1.6 mm...
4INSTALLATION INSTALLATION 4.1 Overview The installation must be executed by a professional WARNING! When welding in an environment with increased electrical risk, only power sources intended for this environment may be used. These power sources are marked with symbol 4.2 Lifting Instructions CAUTION! Risk of crushing when lifting the wire feeder.
5OPERATION OPERATION 5.1 Overview General safety regulations for the handling the equipment can be found in the “SAFETY” chapter of this manual. Read it through before you start using the equipment! WARNING! To avoid shock, do not touch electrode wire or parts in contact with it, or uninsulated cable or connections.
5OPERATION 5.2 Connections and control devices Connection for welding torch Connection for welding current (Euro) from power source Knob for setting wire feed speed Connection for control cable from Button for wire inching power source Knob for setting the voltage Connection for shielding gas Brake hub Reel cover...
6MAINTENANCE 5.3 Wire feed pressure Start by making sure that the wire moves smoothly through the wire guide. Then set the pressure of the wire feeder's pressure rollers. It is important that the pressure is not too great. To check that the feed pressure is set correctly, you can feed out the wire against an insulated object, e.g.
6MAINTENANCE 5.5 Replacing and inserting wire ● Disconnect the pressure locking device by folding it forward, slide the pressure roller ● If necessary, roll back the wire and remove the wire bobbin. ● Straighten out 10-20 cm of the new wire. File burrs and sharp edges from the end of the wire before inserting it into the wire straightener &...
6MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE 6.1 Overview NOTE! Regular maintenance is important for safe and reliable operation. CAUTION! All warranty undertakings from the supplier cease to apply if the customer attempts any work to rectify any faults in the product during the warranty period 6.2 Inspection and cleaning Wire feed unit Check regularly that the wire feed unit is not clogged with dirt.
8ORDERING SPARE PARTS ORDERING SPARE PARTS CAUTION! Repair and electrical work should be performed by an authorized Eutectic service technician. Use only Eutectic original spare and wear parts To find the required spare part, please refer to the Spare Parts List as shown on page 11. Spare parts may be ordered through your nearest EUTECTIC dealer.
WEAR PARTS WEAR PARTS Item Ordering no. Denomination Notes 0700 020 099 Feed Roller, Ø 0.8 - 1.0 mm, V groove For Fe &Ss wires 0700 020 085 Feed Roller, Ø 1.0 - 1.2 mm, V groove For Fe &Ss wires 0700 020 086 Feed Roller, Ø...
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