Installation ..........................2-2 Removing Existing System from Weld Head ..............2-2 Installing the EZ-Air on a TL-080B or TL-086B Weld Head .......... 2-3 Installing the EZ-Air on a TL-083B or TL-084B Weld Head .......... 2-3 Installing the EZ-Air on an TL-180B Weld Head ............. 2-4 Section III: Pneumatic and Power Connections ................
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The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice. Amada Weld Tech is not responsible for any loss or injury due to improper use of this product. SINGLE EZ-AIR KIT...
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SAFETY NOTES This instruction manual describes how to operate, maintain and service the Single EZ-Air Kit, and provides instructions relating to its SAFE use. Separate manuals provide similar information for the Power Supply and the Weld head. Procedures described in these manuals MUST be performed, as detailed, by QUALIFIED and TRAINED personnel.
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1. Applicability. (a) These terms and conditions of sale (these “Terms”) are the only terms which govern the sale of the goods (“Goods”) by Amada Weld Tech Inc. (“Seller”) to the buyer identified in the Sales Quotation and/or Acknowledgment (as each defined below) to which these Terms are attached or incorporated by reference (“Buyer”).
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Agreement. Buyer shall immediately discontinue use of the Software upon any termination of this license or Agreement. This license shall terminate upon any termination of the Agreement. SINGLE EZ-AIR KIT 990-126...
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(b) IN NO EVENT SHALL SELLER’S AGGREGATE LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO THIS AGREEMENT, WHETHER ARISING OUT OF OR RELATED TO BREACH OF CONTRACT, TORT (INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE) OR OTHERWISE, EXCEED THE TOTAL OF THE AMOUNTS PAID TO SELLER FOR THE GOODS SOLD HEREUNDER. SINGLE EZ-AIR KIT viii 990-126...
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(whether or not relating to either party’s workforce), or restraints or delays affecting carriers or inability or delay in obtaining supplies of adequate or suitable materials, materials or telecommunication breakdown or power outage (each a “Force Majeure Event”), provided that, if the event SINGLE EZ-AIR KIT 990-126...
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27. Survival. Provisions of these Terms which by their nature should apply beyond their terms will remain in force after any termination or expiration of this Order including, but not limited to, the following provisions: Compliance with Laws, Confidentiality, Governing Law, Dispute Resolution, Survival, and the restrictions on Software in Sections 10(b), (c) and (d). SINGLE EZ-AIR KIT 990-126...
Section I: Features Features The Single EZ-Air Kit, herein called EZ-Air, is an accessory for weld heads that pneumatically controls the actuation of the electrodes and maintains the preset firing force. At a predetermined firing force the EZ-Air closes the inlet and outlet valves to the weld head actuation cylinder and eliminates over-force.
Shop Air Supply Input Fitting. 1/8 inch FNPT (Female NPT) fitting for connecting shop compressed air to EZ-Air. Shop air supply must be 85 – 140 psi (586 – 9 65 kPa). Fixed Air Regulator. Controls pressure of air from shop air source into EZ-Air. Regulator is factory set for 78 psi (538 kPa) and does not require any user adjustment.
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Fixed air regulator EZ-Clean valve Down speed control Valve adjuster Air cylinder up supply Weld head firing switch Cable and connector 24 volt power source cable and connector Signal cable and connector Figure 1-1 - Single EZ-Air Components SINGLE EZ-AIR KIT 990-126...
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CHAPTER 1: SYSTEM DESCRIPTION EZ-AIR-DC 8-pin weld head connector. Conducts 24 VDC solenoid drive power from the power supply to the EZ- AIR-DC, connects firing signal and voltage pickup to the power supply. SINGLE EZ-AIR KIT 990-126...
CHAPTER 1: SYSTEM DESCRIPTION Section III: Sequence of Operation EZ-Air uses a single four-way solenoid valve to direct air between the down solenoid valve and the up solenoid valve. The following steps describe the sequence of operation of the EZ-Air kit.
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CHAPTER 1: SYSTEM DESCRIPTION Stroke. completion of the weld, the up and down solenoid valves open. This causes application of air pressure to the lower chamber of the cylinder, returning the piston to its up position. SINGLE EZ-AIR KIT 990-126...
Compressed Air Requirements The EZ-Air has a 1/8 inch FNPT (Female NPT) fitting for connection to a shop air source of 85 – 130 psi (586 – 897 kPa). It is recommended that an auto drain air filter with a 5-micron element (Amada Weld Tech Part Number 10-373-01, catalog number ADAF) be placed in the air line.
Section II: EZ-Air Set-up Unpacking Unpack the EZ-Air from its shipping box and verify that all parts are present. The table below lists the components of the ship kit, Amada Weld Tech Part Number 4-81108-01, which contains parts needed to install the EZ-Air.
2 Loosely install two new hex head cap screws, from the ship kit, through the vertical support into the weld head. 3 Slide the EZ-Air onto the two screws and tighten the screws with the end wrench from the ship kit.
4 Slide the EZ-Air onto the two screws and adjust it so that its top is approximately at the same height as the air cylinder. Tighten the screws with the end wrench from the ship kit.
2 From the packing kit, locate the pneumatic tubing for connections between the EZ-Air and the up and down ports of the cylinder. Cut two pieces from the tubing 9inches long. The remaining tubing can be used for the shop- air connection (step 4).
Pre-Operational Checks Before operating the equipment, verify that the power and compressed air connections are made to the EZ-Air as described in Chapter 2, Section III. Verify that all pneumatic connections are secure and that there are no air leaks.
Section II: Operator Maintenance Preventive Maintenance The only preventive maintenance required for the EZ-Air is occasional lubrication of the EZ-Clean valve, whenever necessary. The valve should only be lubricated with a petroleum or lithium based grease. CAUTION: Do not use synthetic oil. It will damage the EZ-Air.
(first position for two- step foot switches). Table 4-1. Troubleshooting Table Repair If problems cannot be resolved using the above troubleshooting table, contact Amada Weld Tech at the address/telephone/fax shown in the Foreword. SINGLE EZ-AIR KIT 990-126...
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An auto drain air filter with a 5-micron element (part number Compressed air 10-373-01, catalog number ADAF) is recommended Requirements CAUTION: Compressor supplying air must not be lubricated with synthetic oil. 60 - 113ºF (15.5 - 45ºC) Operating Environment 93% Relative Humidity (maximum) at 104ºF (40ºC) SINGLE EZ-AIR KIT 990-126...
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APPENDIX A: SPECIFICATIONS Outline Drawing (Dimensions are in inches) Figure A-1. Outline Dimensions SINGLE EZ-AIR KIT 990-126...
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