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Operating instructions For responsible bodies and persons using the machine Tube-to-tube-sheet orbital weld heads P16 AVC To work safely with this machine, please read through the operating instructions in full before initial operation. Retain the operating instructions for future reference.
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Single request for action: You have to do something here. Conditional request for action: You have to do something here if the specified condition is met. Abbreviations Abbr. Abbreviations ORBIWELD orbitalum tools GmbH, D-78224 Singen, www.orbitalum.com, Tel. +49 (0) 77 31 792-0 (12.03.18) OW_P16_P20_BA_831060202_03_EN...
• The responsible body shall be solely responsible for damages that arise through improper use and the manufacturer shall assume no liability whatsoever. (12.03.18) OW_P16_P20_BA _831060202_03_EN orbitalum tools GmbH, D-78224 Singen, www.orbitalum.com, Tel. +49 (0) 77 31 792-0...
Basic safety instructions The machine (hereinafter referred to as the P16, P16 AVC, P20) is a state-of-the-art machine designed for safe use. The risks involved in using the machine are described in the operating instructions below. Using this machine in a way other than that described in these instructions can lead to serious physical injury and material damage.
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Only use the dimensions and materials specified in these instructions. Other materials should be used only after consulting with Orbitalum Tools customer service. • Use only original tools, spare parts, materials and accessories from Orbitalum Tools. • Repair and maintenance work on the electrical equipment may only be carried out by a qualified electrician.
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X Replace defective safety components immediately and check them daily to ensure proper operation. X Inspect the machine daily for visible signs of damage or defects, and have them repaired by a specialist if necessary. orbitalum tools GmbH, D-78224 Singen, www.orbitalum.com, Tel. +49 (0) 77 31 792-0 (12.03.18) OW_P16_P20_BA_831060202_03_EN...
The weld head is composed of these groups: • Central body and rotating coupling • Wire group • Front body and torch orbitalum tools GmbH, D-78224 Singen, www.orbitalum.com, Tel. +49 (0) 77 31 792-0 (12.03.18) OW_P16_P20_BA_831060202_03_EN...
(yellow) • gas 2 (eventually to be used for double gas) • plug of the electrical signals from welding programmer to the welding head (12.03.18) OW_P16_P20_BA _831060202_03_EN orbitalum tools GmbH, D-78224 Singen, www.orbitalum.com, Tel. +49 (0) 77 31 792-0...
• Minimum tube internal diameter 9,5 mm Orbitalum can supply even torches longer than 400 mm and corresponding to special welding geometries. The standard torches cover the diameter range from 9,5 -80 mm. Referring to the diameter the torches are subdivided into 5 groups: •...
Starting of the welding heads In case the welding head is connected to a Orbitalum controller, pushing start / stop button the welding cycle will start (real cycle or simulation).Pushing a second time the same button the welding will be stopped (cycle end with downslope).
Rotating the counter-ring of the three-point-support you may change the distance electrode-workpiece. Unscrewing the screw on the torch support you may move the torch forwards or backwards parallel to the machine's axis. the stroke is 6 mm. orbitalum tools GmbH, D-78224 Singen, www.orbitalum.com, Tel. +49 (0) 77 31 792-0 (12.03.18) OW_P16_P20_BA_831060202_03_EN...
Place again the wire end nozzle on the liner and fix it on its support. NOTE: The wire group is equipped with a special friction which allows to keep the filler wire tight on the spool. (12.03.18) OW_P16_P20_BA _831060202_03_EN orbitalum tools GmbH, D-78224 Singen, www.orbitalum.com, Tel. +49 (0) 77 31 792-0...
With the help of a pencil-sharpener round off the extreme parts of the liner. • Screw nozzle on the new liner (the liner is self-threading). • Place again the new liner in its guiding nozzle. orbitalum tools GmbH, D-78224 Singen, www.orbitalum.com, Tel. +49 (0) 77 31 792-0 (12.03.18) OW_P16_P20_BA_831060202_03_EN...
DO NOT ground to pipelines carrying gas or inflammable liquids and lines carrying electrical conductors. WARNING ATTENTION BE SURE that conductors can safely carry the ground current. (12.03.18) OW_P16_P20_BA _831060202_03_EN orbitalum tools GmbH, D-78224 Singen, www.orbitalum.com, Tel. +49 (0) 77 31 792-0...
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When toxic fumes from lead or cadmium content materials or any other substances are present in proportions that could be harmful always use a gas mask. WARNING orbitalum tools GmbH, D-78224 Singen, www.orbitalum.com, Tel. +49 (0) 77 31 792-0 (12.03.18) OW_P16_P20_BA_831060202_03_EN...
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KEEP helmet and hand and face shield in good condition. If cracks occur in fibre material, replace shield, since leakage of arc rays may cause serious burns. WARNING (12.03.18) OW_P16_P20_BA _831060202_03_EN orbitalum tools GmbH, D-78224 Singen, www.orbitalum.com, Tel. +49 (0) 77 31 792-0...
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Hot metals burns: DO NOT touch hot metals. DO NOT touch pieces of metal which have just been welded or heated. WARNING DO NOT substitute electrodes or centering cartridges immediately after welding. WARNING orbitalum tools GmbH, D-78224 Singen, www.orbitalum.com, Tel. +49 (0) 77 31 792-0 (12.03.18) OW_P16_P20_BA_831060202_03_EN...
DIN EN 60204-1:2007-06 Las siguientes normas armonizadas han sido aplicadas: DIN EN 60974-1:2014-09 DIN EN 60974-2:2013-11 DIN EN 50445:2009-02 Authorised to compile the technical file is Mr. Gerd Riegraf, Orbitalum Tools GmbH, D-78224 Singen. Singen, 22.02.2017 Markus Tamm Marcel Foh Managing Director Business Development Manager (12.03.18) OW_P16_P20_BA _831060202_03_EN...
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