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EFU 30, EFU 30 IB
Fit-up unit
Instruction manual
Valid for: Serial number:
LX246-xxxx-xxxx
0463 760 101   GB   20230428

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  • Page 1 EFU 30, EFU 30 IB Fit-up unit Instruction manual Valid for: Serial number: LX246-xxxx-xxxx 0463 760 101   GB   20230428...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Equipment ..................Purpose and function of EFU ................Terminology used in this manual ........................TECHNICAL DATA .......................... EFU 30 ........................EFU 30 IB ........................... INSTALLATION ........................Location ...................... Lifting instructions ..................Adjusting the wheel stands ..................Adjusting the included angle ....................
  • Page 4: Safety

    60 °C 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 5 ○ Connect the work cable to the workpiece as close as possible to the area being welded. 0463 760 101 - 5 - © ESAB AB 2023...
  • Page 6 There may be potential difficulties in ensuring electromagnetic compatibility of class A equipment in those locations, due to conducted as well as radiated disturbances. 0463 760 101 - 6 - © ESAB AB 2023...
  • Page 7: Introduction

    For further information contact the nearest ESAB dealer. 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. INTRODUCTION This Instruction manual describes the use and maintenance of the fit-up unit EFU 30 and EFU 30 IB, referred to as EFU in this document.
  • Page 8: Technical Data

    2×90 mm (2×3.54 in.) / 400 mm (15.74 in.) Dimensions (L × W × H), max 4619 × 700 × 1249 mm (181.85 × 27.56 × 49.17 in.) Weight 1285 kg (2834 lb) Wireless remote - control pendant Wireless Control voltage 24 V Operation temperature 0 to +40 °C (+32 to +104 °F) 0463 760 101 - 8 - © ESAB AB 2023...
  • Page 9: Efu 30 Ib

    1285 kg (2834 lb) Wireless remote - control pendant Wireless Control voltage 24 V Operation temperature 0 to +40 °C (+32 to +104 °F) EFU 30 IB is available in two different track widths variants. 0463 760 101 - 9 - © ESAB AB 2023...
  • Page 10: Installation

    Adjust the wheel stands so that the axis of rotation of the vessel is on the centre line of the EFU frame. The positions of the two wheel stands on the base frame must be adjusted to load vessels of different diameters. 0463 760 101 - 10 - © ESAB AB 2023...
  • Page 11 1240 1160 1240 1740 1540 1740 2370 1920 2370 3700 2300 3600 4300 2680 4300 5700 1260 1420 2000 1640 2200 3000 2020 3000 4000 2400 3700 5000 0463 760 101 - 11 - © ESAB AB 2023...
  • Page 12: Adjusting The Included Angle

    Check that the emergency stop on the control panel works and locks all other controls so the roller beds cannot restart, then reset on the control panel. • Check that the steel framework is not damaged. 0463 760 101 - 12 - © ESAB AB 2023...
  • Page 13: Operation

    4. E-stop reset button (F31). Illuminates (blue) when any of the emergency stop pushbuttons are activated and/or not reset. It flashes when the e-stop pushbuttons are de-activated again and will go off when the buttons are pushed (E-stop reset). 0463 760 101 - 13 - © ESAB AB 2023...
  • Page 14: Wireless Remote - Control Pendant

    Press again to deactivate it. When the roller bed is connected to and controlled from an ESAB CaB i.e., digital output from the CaB is set to high, this lamp flashes until the signal is set to low again.
  • Page 15: Switch The Mains Power On

    Switch the mains power on WARNING! Do not operate the fit up if there are signs of damage. Always have an authorized ESAB service technician to check and make repairs if necessary. Before switching on the fit-up unit, check that: 1.
  • Page 16: Operation Safety

    The EFU can be overloaded, as more load is put through each wheel if wheel stands are too far apart. CAUTION! Ensure that the wheel stands are not too close together. 0463 760 101 - 16 - © ESAB AB 2023...
  • Page 17: Welding

    The earthing requirements of specific welding procedures must be known, and earthing should be correctly connected to the vessel before welding. An EFU is not designed to earth the vessel during welding. 0463 760 101 - 17 - © ESAB AB 2023...
  • Page 18: Stopping The Efu

    Inspect the entire EFU installation at least once per year. Pay particular attention to: • Electrical contacts • Switches and controls • Mechanical parts, fixings are not loose. • Condition of PU wheels 0463 760 101 - 18 - © ESAB AB 2023...
  • Page 19: Cleaning

    EFU. Breakdowns If the EFU stop working, the equipment must be repaired by authorized ESAB service technicians. NOTE! Repeated faults indicate a problem with the EFU. Inform the person responsible for service and maintenance.
  • Page 20: Lubrication Trapezoid Spindle/Tube Mct 75(Standard) / Mct 75 We

    The machine plate specify the type of lubricant to be used in the electromechanical cylinder gear case. The electromechanical cylinder gear case have a one-time lubrication on delivery and the lubricant does not need to be replaced during normal operations. 0463 760 101 - 20 - © ESAB AB 2023...
  • Page 21: Bearings

    (for example, electrical power not validated in the servo amplifier). Consequently, in case of malfunction, please consider all possible causes (mechanical and electrical) to identify all possible solutions. 0463 760 101 - 21 - © ESAB AB 2023...
  • Page 22: Mechanical Malfunctions

    Cylinder is too hot Overloading Measure RMS torque value on one complete cycle (including pause time before starting a new cycle). Send this information to ESAB for analysis. Ambient temperature too high Comply with permitted temperature range Electrical malfunctions...
  • Page 23: Ordering Spare Parts

    Repair and electrical work should be performed by an authorised ESAB service technician. Use only ESAB original spare and wear parts. EFU 30 and EFU 30 IB are designed and tested in accordance with the international and European standards EN 12100:2010, EN 60204-1:2018, EN 61000-6-2:2019 and EN 61000-6-4:2019. On completion of service or repair work, it is the responsibility of the person(s) performing the work to ensure that the product still complies with the requirements of the above standards.
  • Page 24: Ordering Numbers

    Type Notes 0909 651 880 Fit-up unit EFU 30 0909 652 880 Fit-up unit EFU 30 IB Track width 1730 mm (68.11 in.) 0909 652 881 Fit-up unit EFU 30 IB Track width 2500 mm (98.43 in.) 0463 760 *...
  • Page 25: Wiring Diagram

    APPENDIX WIRING DIAGRAM 0463 760 101 - 25 - © ESAB AB 2023...
  • Page 26 APPENDIX Connections overview 0463 760 101 - 26 - © ESAB AB 2023...
  • Page 27 APPENDIX Connections 0463 760 101 - 27 - © ESAB AB 2023...
  • Page 28 APPENDIX Connections 0463 760 101 - 28 - © ESAB AB 2023...
  • Page 29 APPENDIX Connections XS1 and XP2 0463 760 101 - 29 - © ESAB AB 2023...
  • Page 30 APPENDIX Emergency stop circuit overview 0463 760 101 - 30 - © ESAB AB 2023...
  • Page 31: Accessories

    0909 530 901 Synchronization cable, CE 20 m 0909 530 902 Synchronization cable, CE 30 m 0909 530 903 Synchronization cable, CE 40 m 0909 530 904 Synchronization cable, CE 50 m 0463 760 101 - 31 - © ESAB AB 2023...
  • Page 32 For contact information visit http://esab.com ESAB AB, Lindholmsallén 9, Box 8004, 402 77 Gothenburg, Sweden, Phone +46 (0) 31 50 90 00 manuals.esab.com...

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