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- Page 1 Fabricator EM 400i, Fabricator EM 500i Instruction manual Valid for: 008-xxx-xxxx 0446 404 001 GB 20200806...
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Fan control ....................MAINTENANCE ..................Routine maintenance ................Power source ..................TROUBLESHOOTING ................. ORDERING SPARE PARTS ............... BLOCK DIAGRAM ....................25 ORDERING NUMBERS ..................26 ACCESSORIES ....................27 Rights reserved to alter specifications without notice. 0446 404 001 © ESAB AB 2020... -
Page 3: Safety
Safety Data Sheets (SDSs). Safety precautions Users of ESAB equipment have the ultimate responsibility for ensuring that anyone who works on or near the equipment observes all the relevant safety precautions. Safety precautions must meet the requirements that apply to this type of equipment. The following recommendations should be observed in addition to the standard regulations that apply to the workplace. - Page 4 If equipped with ESAB cooler Use ESAB approved coolant only. Non-approved coolant might damage the equipment and jeopardize product safety. In case of such damage, all warranty undertakings from ESAB cease to apply. Recommended ESAB coolant ordering number: 0465 720 002.
- Page 5 Do not use the power source for thawing frozen pipes. ESAB has an assortment of welding accessories and personal protection equipment for purchase. For ordering information contact your local ESAB dealer or visit us on our website. 0446 404 001 - 5 - ©...
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Page 6: Introduction
(MMA). The power sources are intended for use with the following wire feed units: • Feed 364 • Fabricator Feed 364 ESAB accessories for the product can be found in the "ACCESSORIES" chapter of this manual. Equipment The power source is supplied with: •... -
Page 7: Technical Data
MIG/MAG 30 A / 15.5 V - 500 A / 39.0 V 30 A / 21.2 V - 500 A / 40.0 V Permissible load at MIG/MAG 60% duty cycle 500 A / 39.0 V 100% duty cycle 390 A / 33.5 V Permissible load at MMA 60% duty cycle 500 A / 40.0 V 0446 404 001 - 7 - © ESAB AB 2020... - Page 8 Equipment marked IP23S is intended for indoor and outdoor use, but are not intended to be used outside during precipitation unless sheltered. Application class The symbol indicates that the power source is designed for use in areas with increased electrical hazard. 0446 404 001 - 8 - © ESAB AB 2020...
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Page 9: Installation
This product is intended for industrial use. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference. It is the user's responsibility to take adequate precautions. Location Position the power source so that cooling air inlets and outlets are not obstructed. 0446 404 001 - 9 - © ESAB AB 2020... -
Page 10: Lifting Instructions
4 INSTALLATION Lifting instructions WARNING! Secure the equipment - particularly if the ground is uneven or sloping. 0446 404 001 - 10 - © ESAB AB 2020... -
Page 11: Mains Supply
I 1eff MIG/MAG 28 A 27 A 26 A 24 A 29 A 28 A 26 A 24 A Input circuit breaker- Type C & 63A or greater (distribution box) 0446 404 001 - 11 - © ESAB AB 2020... - Page 12 If the mains cable needs to be changed, the earth connection to the bottom plate and the ferrites must be installed correctly. See the picture below for the installation order of the ferrites, washers, nuts and screws. 0446 404 001 - 12 - © ESAB AB 2020...
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Page 13: Operation
110V AC power supply socket for gas heater Circuit breaker 10A (wirefeeder motor) CAN communication connector (Factory use) The following figure shows the front control panel and the buttons on the control panel of the welder. 0446 404 001 - 13 - © ESAB AB 2020... - Page 14 Manually adjusts knob • the current for MMA process • the ending arc voltage, ending arc current, Inductance for MIG/MAG process and • the current and voltage within specified ranges. 0446 404 001 - 14 - © ESAB AB 2020...
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Page 15: Welding Control Mode
When the switch is released the repeated ending arc stops. If the switch is not pressed in again within 2seconds, the welding with repeated ending arc stops. 2-stroke mode (welding without ending arc) 0446 404 001 - 15 - © ESAB AB 2020... -
Page 16: Connection Of Welding And Return Cable
Connect the return cable to the negative terminal on the power source. Secure the return cable's contact clamp to the work piece and ensure that there is good contact between the work piece and the output for the return cable on the power source. 0446 404 001 - 16 - © ESAB AB 2020... -
Page 17: Symbols And Functions
When this occurs, the welding current is interrupted, and an overheating indication lamp is lit. The overheating protection resets automatically when the temperature has fallen with in its normal working temperature. 0446 404 001 - 17 - © ESAB AB 2020... -
Page 18: Fan Control
300A, the fan will run at high speed. After the welding stops, the fan will continue to run for 10 minutes and the power source switches to idle mode (energy-saving mode). 0446 404 001 - 18 - © ESAB AB 2020... -
Page 19: Maintenance
Power source To maintain the performance and increase the lifetime of the power source it is mandatory to clean it regularly. How often depends on: 0446 404 001 - 19 - © ESAB AB 2020... - Page 20 Install the plastic cover between the heat sink and the fan (b) and make sure it is correctly fitted against the heat sink. After having finished cleaning the power source, reattach the power source panels in the reverse order. 0446 404 001 - 20 - © ESAB AB 2020...
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Page 21: Troubleshooting
OKC fails to OKC. Verify that meet the the fan blades are specification not stuck with any requirement. The foreign objects. fan does not work or slows down. 0446 404 001 - 21 - © ESAB AB 2020... - Page 22 Verify that the not connected output cables are correctly. connected correctly. None Primary side The output is Verify that the overcurrent short-circuited. output is not short-circuited. 0446 404 001 - 22 - © ESAB AB 2020...
- Page 23 None PCB not registered The PCB is not Refer note below certified. the table* NOTE! Call ESAB authorised service personnel. Perform these checks and inspections before sending for an authorised service technician. Type of fault Corrective action No arc. •...
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Page 24: Ordering Spare Parts
Spare parts and wear parts can be ordered through your nearest ESAB dealer, see esab.com. When ordering, please state product type, serial number, designation and spare part number in accordance with the spare parts list. -
Page 25: Block Diagram
BLOCK DIAGRAM BLOCK DIAGRAM 0446 404 001 - 25 - © ESAB AB 2020... -
Page 26: Ordering Numbers
Denomination Type Notes 0700 020 001 Power source Fabricator EM 400i 0700 020 002 Power source Fabricator EM 500i 0446 575 001 Spare parts list Technical documentation is available on the Internet at: www.esab.com 0446 404 001 - 26 - © ESAB AB 2020... -
Page 27: Accessories
10m 50mm2 inter connection cable 0349 305 355 15m 50mm2 inter connection cable 0349 305 356 25m 50mm2 inter connection cable 0465 416 880 Wheel Kit 0349 313 450 Trolley, compatible with Fabricator Feed 0446 404 001 - 27 - © ESAB AB 2020... - Page 28 For contact information visit esab.com ESAB AB, Lindholmsallén 9, Box 8004, 402 77 Gothenburg, Sweden, Phone +46 (0) 31 50 90 00 http://manuals.esab.com...
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