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AF500 welding torch system. The welding ® ® torch system may only be operated with original ABICOR BINZEL spare parts. 1.1 Marking This product fulfills the requirements that apply to the market to which it has been introduced. A corresponding marketing has been affixed to the product, if required.
Observe the local occupational health and safety regulations and guidelines. • Check the negative pressure at the rear extraction port using the ABICOR BINZEL pressure gauge, and adjust the extraction unit as needed to reach the target on the flow requirement label.
2 Safety ® xFUME ® ABIROB AF500 • Note that if additional hoses or hoses from other manufactures are used, pressure loss in the fume extraction torch can result. • Note that the applied vacuum depends on the geographic altitude of the operation site. •...
3 Product Description ® xFUME ® ABIROB AF500 3 Product Description WARNING Hazards caused by improper use If improperly used, the device can present risks to persons, animals, and material property. • Use the device according to its designated use only. •...
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3 Product Description ® xFUME ® ABIROB AF500 Tab. 4 Product specific torch data as laid out in EN 60974-7 1 for pulse arcs, the load data are reduced by up to Fig. 1 Torch neck dimensions DESCRIPTION SWANNECK TCP (X) Solid Torch Mount 180 Degree 14.2”/360mm...
3 Product Description ® xFUME ® ABIROB AF500 Fig. 2 Length xFUME ABIROB AF500 torch neck ® ® 3.2 Abbreviations Direct current Duty cycle Metal inert Gas Metal active Gas Maximum allowable concentration of harmful substances at the workplace Classification of the insulation resistance, voltage strength and protection type Voltage rating Tool Center Point Abbreviations...
3 Product Description ® xFUME ® ABIROB AF500 The welding torch system xFUME® ABIROB® AF500 is identified by a sticker on the machine side connection housing. When making any inquiries, please remember the following information: • Certificate of conformity, production stamp or product label on the torch neck, for example xFUME ®...
4 Scope of Delivery ® xFUME ® ABIROB AF500 4.1 Transport Although the items delivered are carefully checked and packaged, it is not possible to fully exclude the risk of transport damage. Goods inspection Use the delivery note to check that everything has been delivered. Check the delivery for damage (visual inspection).
® 5 Functional Description xFUME ® ABIROB AF500 Together, the components form a fully-functional entity that provides an arc for welding when supplied with the appropriate consumables. The welding wire required for welding is fed through the xFUME ABIROB AF500 welding torch system all the way to the contact tip. The contact tip ®...
® xFUME ® ABIROB AF500 6 Putting into operation 6 Putting into operation DANGER Risk of injury due to unexpected start The following instructions must be adhered to during all maintenance, servicing, assembly, disassembly and repair work: • Switch off the power source. •...
® xFUME ® ABIROB AF500 6 Putting into operation 6.2 Setting up the cable assembly Fig. 5 Setting up the cable assembly 1 Clamp 4 Cable Assembly 2 Handle 5 Suction Connector 3 Control Cable 6 Power Pin 1. Lay out the cable assembly (4) straight and attach to the handle (1 & 2) 2.
® xFUME ® ABIROB AF500 6 Putting into operation 6.3 Attaching the machine-side connector Fig. 5 Setting up the cable assembly on page EN-13 Check once again whether the wire guide has been fitted correctly. Join the power pin (6) to the wire feeder. 6.4 Setting the shielding gas volume NOTICE •...
® xFUME ® ABIROB AF500 7 Operation 7 Operation DANGER Shortness of breath and poisoning caused by inhaling phosgene gas When welding workpieces that have been degreased with chlorinated solvents, phosgene gas is formed. • Do not inhale fumes and vapors. •...
• Only qualified personnel are permitted to perform work on the device or system. • Check and wear your personal protective equipment. 1 Remove weld spatter. 2 Check that all threaded fittings are tight. ABICOR BINZEL offers factory repair s ervices. EN 16...
® xFUME 9 Maintenance and cleaning ® ABIROB AF500 9.1 Cleaning the wire guide 1 Unscrew the cable assembly on the machine side and lay it out in a stretched position. 2 Unscrew the nut and pull out the spiral liner or PA liner. WARNING Risk of injury Serious injuries may be caused by parts swirling around.
10Use the nut (3) to secure the cable assembly (4) to the central connector (2). 9.3 Cleaning the torch neck To increase the system availability of the welding robot, ABICOR BINZEL offers automated torch cleaning. 1 Remove the gas nozzle.
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10 Troubleshooting ® xFUME ® ABIROB AF500 Fault Cause Troubleshooting • Check and tighten • Contact tip loose • Check and tighten Torch neck gets hot • Contact tip loose on torch side and toward the workpiece No trigger function •...
® xFUME ® ABIROB AF500 11 Disassembly 11 Disassembly DANGER Risk of injury due to unexpected start The following instructions must be adhered to during all maintenance, servicing, assembly, disassembly and repair work: Switch off the power source. • Close off the compressed air supply. •...
Contaminated cleaning tools (brushes, rags, etc.) must also be disposed of in accordance with the information provided by the consumables’ manufacturer. 12.3 Packaging ABICOR BINZEL has reduced the transport packaging to the necessary minimum. The ability to recycle packaging materials is always considered during their selection. EN 21...
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