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Operating instructions Air-cooling units for water-cooled welding torches cool50 U40 cool50 U42 099-008598-EW501 Observe additional system documents! 28.01.2022...
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+49 2680 181-0. A list of authorised sales partners can be found at www.ewm-group.com/en/specialist-dealers. Liability relating to the operation of this equipment is restricted solely to the function of the equipment. No other form of liability, regardless of type, shall be accepted.
For your safety Notes on using these operating instructions For your safety Notes on using these operating instructions DANGER Working or operating procedures which must be closely observed to prevent imminent serious and even fatal injuries. • Safety notes include the "DANGER" keyword in the heading with a general warning symbol. •...
For your safety Explanation of icons Explanation of icons Symbol Description Symbol Description Indicates technical aspects which the u- Activate and release / Tap / Tip ser must observe. Switch off machine Release Switch on machine Press and hold Switch Incorrect / Invalid Turn Correct / Valid...
For your safety Safety instructions Safety instructions WARNING Risk of accidents due to non-compliance with the safety instructions! Non-compliance with the safety instructions can be fatal! • Carefully read the safety instructions in this manual! • Observe the accident prevention regulations and any regional regulations! •...
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For your safety Safety instructions WARNING Risk of injury due to improper clothing! During arc welding, radiation, heat and voltage are sources of risk that cannot be avoided. The user has to be equipped with the complete personal protective equipment at all times.
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For your safety Safety instructions CAUTION Smoke and gases! Smoke and gases can lead to breathing difficulties and poisoning. In addition, solvent vapour (chlorinated hydrocarbon) may be converted into poisonous phosgene due to the ultraviolet radiation of the arc! • Ensure that there is sufficient fresh air! •...
For your safety Transport and installation CAUTION Obligations of the operator! The respective national directives and laws must be complied with when operating the machine! • Implementation of national legislation relating to framework directive 89/391/EEC on the int- roduction of measures to encourage improvements in the safety and health of workers at work and associated individual guidelines.
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For your safety Transport and installation CAUTION Risk of accidents due to supply lines! During transport, attached supply lines (mains leads, control cables, etc.) can cause risks, e.g. by causing connected machines to tip over and injure persons! • Disconnect all supply lines before transport! Risk of tipping! There is a risk of the machine tipping over and injuring persons or being damaged itself during movement and set up.
3.3.1 Warranty For more information refer to the "Warranty registration" brochure supplied and our information regarding warranty, maintenance and testing at www.ewm-group.com! 3.3.2 Declaration of Conformity This product corresponds in its design and construction to the EU directives listed in the decla- ration.
Intended use Documents which also apply 3.3.4 Part of the complete documentation This document is part of the complete documentation and valid only in combination with all other parts of these instructions! Read and observe the operating instructions for all system components, especially the safety instructions! The illustration shows a general example of a welding system.
Machine description – quick overview Front view Machine description – quick overview Front view Figure 4-1 Item Symbol Description Screw connector Connects cooling module and welding machine Quick connect coupling, red Coolant return from the welding torch Quick connect coupling, blue Coolant supply to the welding torch Cooling air inlet Machine feet...
Machine description – quick overview Rear view Rear view Figure 4-2 Item Symbol Description Automatic cut-out of coolant pump key button press to reset a triggered fuse Cooling air outlet Machine feet Connector plug, 8-pole Cooling unit control lead Connector plug, 4-pole Cooling unit voltage supply 099-008598-EW501 28.01.2022...
Design and function Assembly/disassembly Design and function WARNING Risk of injury from electrical voltage! Contact with live parts, e.g. power connections, can be fatal! • Observe the safety information on the first pages of the operating instructions! • Commissioning must be carried out by persons who are specifically trained in handling power sources! •...
Design and function Transport and installation 5.1.2 Coolant line connections Figure 5-2 Item Symbol Description Power source Hose bridge Coolant-connection lead (red/blue) The item described in the following is part of the machine´s scope of delivery. • Lock connecting nipples of the cooling water tubes into the corresponding quick connect couplings: Return line red to quick connect coupling, red (coolant return) and supply line blue to quick connect coupling, blue (coolant supply).
Design and function Transport and installation In operation Temperature range of the ambient air: • -25 °C to +40 °C (-13 °F to 104 °F) Relative humidity: • up to 50 % at 40 °C (104 °F) • up to 90 % at 20 °C (68 °F) Transport and storage Storage in a closed room, temperature range of the ambient air: •...
All information relates to the total hose package length of the complete welding system and presents exemplary configurations (of components of the EWM product portfolio with standard lengths). A straight kink-free installation is to be ensured, taking into account the max. delivery height.
Design and function Functional characteristics Functional characteristics Overloading the coolant pump! The cooling unit must not be put into operation without a welding torch connected, as otherwise the coolant pump will be destroyed due to thermal overload (the coolant cannot circulate in the coolant circuit).
Maintenance, care and disposal General Maintenance, care and disposal General DANGER Risk of injury due to electrical voltage after switching off! Working on an open machine can lead to fatal injuries! Capacitors are loaded with electrical voltage during operation. Voltage remains present for up to four minutes after the mains plug is removed.
A periodic test according to IEC 60974-4 "Periodic inspection and test" has to be carried out. In addition to the regulations on testing given here, the relevant local laws and regulations must also be observed. For more information refer to the "Warranty registration" brochure supplied and our information regarding warranty, maintenance and testing at www.ewm-group.com! 099-008598-EW501 28.01.2022...
Information on returning used equipment or collections can be obtained from the respective municipal administration office. Devices can also be returned to EWM sales partners across Europe. Further information on the topic of the disposal of electrical and electronic equipment can be found on our website at: https://www.ewm-group.com/de/nachhaltigkeit.html.
Rectifying faults Checklist for rectifying faults Rectifying faults All products are subject to rigorous production checks and final checks. If, despite this, something fails to work at any time, please check the product using the following flowchart. If none of the fault rectification procedures described leads to the correct functioning of the product, please inform your authorised dea- ler.
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Rectifying faults Vent coolant circuit Figure 7-2 • Position a suitable collection container for collecting the escaping coolant at the quick-connect coup- ling and switch on the machine for approx. 5s. • Lock the quick-connect coupling by pushing back the locking ring. 099-008598-EW501 28.01.2022...
Rectifying faults Fixing the pump shaft (coolant circuit) Fixing the pump shaft (coolant circuit) WARNING Do not carry out any unauthorised repairs or modifications! To avoid injury and equipment damage, the unit must only be repaired or modified by specialist, skilled persons! The warranty becomes null and void in the event of unauthorised interference.
Technical data cool50 U40 Technical data The limit value determination of technical data results from considering the combined overall system (cooling unit and welding machine). cool50 U40 Supply voltage (from the welding machine) 400 V Frequency 50/60 Hz Cooling capacity at 1 l/min (+25°C/77°F) 1000 W Ambient temperature -25 °C to +40 °C...
Technical data cool50 U42 cool50 U42 Supply voltage (from the welding machine) 400 V Frequency 50/60 Hz Cooling capacity at 1 l/min (+25°C/77°F) 1000 W Ambient temperature -25 °C to +40 °C max. Flow rate 20 l/min 5.3 gal./min max. Delivery height 45 m 148 ft.
Accessories Welding torch cooling system Accessories Welding torch cooling system Type Designation Item no. HOSE BRIDGE UNI Tube bridge 092-007843-00000 9.1.1 Coolant - type blueCool Type Designation Item no. blueCool -10 5 l Coolant up to -10 °C (14 °F), 5 l 094-024141-00005 blueCool -10 25 l Coolant up to -10 °C (14 °F), 25 l...
Appendix Searching for a dealer Appendix 10.1 Searching for a dealer Sales & service partners www.ewm-group.com/en/specialist-dealers "More than 400 EWM sales partners worldwide" 099-008598-EW501 28.01.2022...
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