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/ Perfect Charging / Perfect Welding / Solar Energy Operating instructions CU 800i CU 1100i Cooling unit CU 1400i 42,0426,0115,EN 034-15042021 Fronius prints on elemental chlorine free paper (ECF) sourced from certified sustainable forests (FSC).
Connections and mechanical components Connections and mechanical components Connections and mechanical components: CU 1100i, CU 1100i /460V, CU 1100i /MV, CU 1100i /MV RVP, CU 1400i Pro, CU 1400i Pro /MC Connections and mechanical components: CU 800i, CU 800i /460 V, CU 800i Pro...
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Safety Fitting the coolant filter option Troubleshooting Troubleshooting Safety Troubleshooting Turning the coolant pump shaft on the CU 800i, CU 1100i, CU 1100i /MV Safety Turning the coolant pump shaft Care, maintenance and disposal Care, maintenance and disposal Safety General...
Safety rules Explanation of DANGER! safety notices Indicates immediate danger. ▶ If not avoided, death or serious injury will result. WARNING! Indicates a potentially hazardous situation. ▶ If not avoided, death or serious injury may result. CAUTION! Indicates a situation where damage or injury could occur. ▶...
The device is intended solely for the welding processes specified on the rating plate. Any use above and beyond this purpose is deemed improper. The manufacturer shall not be held liable for any damage arising from such usage. Proper use includes: carefully reading and following all the instructions given in the operating instructions studying and obeying all safety and danger notices carefully performing all stipulated inspection and maintenance work.
This may affect a number device types in terms of: Connection restrictions Criteria with regard to the maximum permissible mains impedance Criteria with regard to the minimum short-circuit power requirement at the interface with the public grid see "Technical data" In this case, the plant operator or the person using the device should check whether the device may be connected, where appropriate by discussing the matter with the power supply company.
Danger from The fumes produced during welding contain harmful gases and vapours. toxic gases and Welding fumes contain substances that cause cancer, as stated in Monograph 118 of the vapours International Agency for Research on Cancer. Use at-source extraction and a room extraction system. If necessary, use a welding torch with an integrated extraction device.
Risks from mains An electric shock is potentially life threatening and can be fatal. current and weld- Do not touch live parts either inside or outside the device. ing current During MIG/MAG welding and TIG welding, the welding wire, the wirespool, the feed rollers and all pieces of metal that are in contact with the welding wire are live.
Meandering weld- If the following instructions are ignored, meandering welding currents can develop with ing currents the following consequences: Fire hazard Overheating of parts connected to the workpiece Irreparable damage to ground conductors Damage to device and other electrical equipment Ensure that the workpiece is held securely by the workpiece clamp.
Shielding, if necessary Shield off other nearby devices Shield off entire welding installation EMF measures Electromagnetic fields may pose as yet unknown risks to health: effects on the health of others in the vicinity, e.g. wearers of pacemakers and hear- ing aids wearers of pacemakers must seek advice from their doctor before approaching the device or any welding that is in progress...
Hook chains and/or ropes onto all suspension points provided on the load-carrying equipment. Chains and ropes must be at the smallest angle possible to the vertical. Remove gas cylinder and wire-feed unit (MIG/MAG and TIG devices). If the wire-feed unit is attached to a crane holder during welding, always use a suitable, insulated wirefeeder hoisting attachment (MIG/MAG and TIG devices).
The manufacturer's instructions must be observed as well as applicable national and international regulations for shielding gas cylinders and accessories. Danger from Risk of suffocation from the uncontrolled escape of shielding gas escaping shield- Shielding gas is colourless and odourless and, in the event of a leak, can displace the ing gas oxygen in the ambient air.
Before switching on the device, ensure that no one is likely to be endangered. Check the device at least once a week for obvious damage and proper functioning of safety devices. Always fasten the shielding gas cylinder securely and remove it beforehand if the device is to be transported by crane.
(e.g. relevant product standards of the EN 60 974 series). Fronius International GmbH hereby declares that the device is compliant with Directive 2014/53/EU. The full text on the EU Declaration of Conformity can be found at the follow- ing address: http://www.fronius.com...
CU 1100i /460 V, CU 800i /460 V (standard version for 460 V operation) For single-shift operation The coolant pump and fan are switched on and off automatically as standard. The...
Payment Condi- tions" CU 800i, CU 800i /460 V, CU 1100i, CU 1100i /460 V, CU 1100i /MV, CU 1100i /MV RVP: max. 8 hrs operation per day (single-shift operation) only original Fronius coolant is used...
Coolant pump The following coolant pump service life figures apply to the CU 1400i Pro /MC cooling service life in unit. cooling units for multi-shift opera- If used properly, the coolant pump will have a service life of approx. 30,000 operating tion hours.
The symbols warn against operat- ing the equipment incorrectly, as this could result in serious injury or damage to property. Part No.: www.fronius.com Ser.No.: IEC 60 974-2/-10 Cl.A IP 23 460 V 0.35 A...
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Do not dispose of used devices with domestic waste. Dispose of them according to the safety rules.
CU 800i /460 V, 1100i /460 V CU 1100i /MV CU 800i Pro, 1400i Pro The option is included as standard on the CU 1100i /MC RVP and CU 1400i Pro/MC cooling unit. Coolant temperature monitoring and flow monitoring are parts of an installation set and cannot be ordered separately.
The coolant filter is fitted to the coolant return connection on the cooling unit. The option is included as standard on the CU 1100i /MV RVP cooling unit. OPT/i CU level This option is available with the following devices:...
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CU 1100i CU 1100i /460 V CU 1100i /MV CU 1100i /MV RVP CU 1400i Pro CU 1400i Pro /MC To operate the OPT/i CU Torch deflate option, the OPT/i CU flow temperature sensor option must be fitted on the cooling unit.
Connections and mechanical components Connections and (1) (2) (10) mechanical com- ponents: CU 1100i, CU 1100i /460V, CU 1100i /MV, CU 1100i /MV RVP, CU 1400i Pro, CU 1400i Pro /MC Front of cooling unit Rear of cooling unit Function...
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Connections and (1) (2) mechanical com- ponents: CU 800i, CU 800i /460 V, CU 800i Pro Front of cooling unit Rear of cooling unit Function Coolant flow connection (blue) Coolant return connection (red) Screw cap for coolant container Information on maintenance and operation Coolant viewing window Blanking cover Blanking cover...
Before installation and commissioning Safety WARNING! Danger due to incorrect operation and incorrectly performed work. This can result in severe personal injury and damage to property. ▶ All the work and functions described in this document must only be carried out and used by trained and qualified personnel.
Information about The cooling unit is delivered empty. the coolant Use only original Fronius coolant (Cooling Liquid FCL 10/20 or torch coolant) when filling the cooling unit. Other coolants are not recommended for electrical conductivity and material compatibility reasons. Guarantee provi- The coolant pump may only be used with original coolant supplied by the manufacturer.
Fitting the cooling unit to the trolley General The welding system can be fitted to a trolley to make the system (incl. cooling unit) more mobile. CAUTION! Risk due to work that has been carried out incorrectly. This can result in serious damage to property ▶...
Connecting the cooling unit to the power source Safety WARNING! Danger from electric current. An electric shock can be fatal. ▶ Turn the power source mains switch to the "O" position. ▶ Disconnect the power source from the mains. ▶ Ensure that the power source remains disconnected from the mains until all work has been completed.
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Only with OPT/i CU Torch deflate option on the cooling unit: Gas hose in cooling unit scope of supply For gas supply Max. 20 l/min. gas flow rate on the pressure regulator/max. 4 bar...
Connect the coolant hoses to the cooling unit Safety WARNING! Danger from electric current. An electric shock can be fatal. ▶ Turn the power source mains switch to the "O" position. ▶ Disconnect the power source from the mains. ▶ Ensure that the power source remains disconnected from the mains until all work has been completed.
Filling and starting up the cooling unit Filling the cool- WARNING! ing unit Danger from electric current. An electric shock can be fatal. ▶ Turn the power source mains switch to the "O" position. ▶ Disconnect the power source from the mains. ▶...
"I", the cooling unit will start to operate as described below. CU 800i, CU 800i /460 V, CU 800i Pro, CU 1100i, CU 1100i /460 V, CU 1100i /MV, CU 1100i /MV RVP, CU 1400i Pro, CU 1400i Pro /MC: the fans run for approx.
The operating status of the cooling unit can be manually changed by selecting different operating modes. CAUTION! Risk from insufficient coolant when using the cooling unit for the first time. This can result in serious damage to property. ▶ If the cooling unit is fitted with an OPT/i CU level sensor, the OPT/i CU level sensor may cause an error message to be output if long hosepacks are being used when starting for the first time.
The individual operating modes can be selected on the power source. Available on: CU 800i, CU 800i /460 V, CU 800i Pro, CU 1100i, CU 1100i /460 V, CU 1100i /MV, CU 1100i /MV RVP, CU 1400i Pro, CU 1400i Pro /MC Operating status: Continuous.
Recommended application of the for high performance welding (maximum cooling capacity) operating modes for energy-efficient cooling longer service life of the coolant pump less soiling of the cooler in the cooling unit lower noise emissions reduced power consumption...
Disconnect the cooling unit from the power source Safety WARNING! Danger from electric current. An electric shock can be fatal. ▶ Turn the power source mains switch to the "O" position. ▶ Disconnect the power source from the mains. ▶ Ensure that the power source remains disconnected from the mains until all work has been completed.
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CAUTION! Danger from short circuits. This can result in serious injury and dam- age to property. ▶ Dirt and damage can cause short cir- cuits on the cooling unit connection. ▶ After dismantling the power source, always close the cooling unit connec- "click"...
Fitting the coolant filter option Safety WARNING! Danger from electric current. An electric shock can be fatal. ▶ Turn the power source mains switch to the "O" position. ▶ Disconnect the power source from the mains. ▶ Ensure that the power source remains disconnected from the mains until all work has been completed.
Troubleshooting Safety WARNING! Danger due to work that has been carried out incorrectly. This can result in serious injury and damage to property. ▶ All the work described below must only be carried out by trained and qualified per- sonnel. ▶...
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Remedy: Wait until the end of the coolant pump's cooling phase (2 - 3 minutes) With CU 800i Pro, CU 1100i /460 V, CU 1100i /MV RVP, CU 1400i Pro, CU 1400i Pro /MC: Insufficient or no coolant flow Cause:...
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CU 1100i /MV"). Contact After-Sales Service if the coolant pump shaft proves impossible to turn With CU 800i /460 V, CU 800i Pro, CU 1100i /460 V, CU 1100i /MV RVP, CU 1400i Pro, CU 1400i Pro /MC: The welding torch becomes very hot...
Turning the coolant pump shaft on the CU 800i, CU 1100i, CU 1100i /MV Safety WARNING! Danger due to work that has been carried out incorrectly. This can result in severe personal injury and damage to property ▶ All the work described below must only be carried out by trained and qualified per- sonnel.
Care, maintenance and disposal Safety WARNING! Danger due to work that has been carried out incorrectly. All the work described below must only be carried out by trained and qualified personnel. ▶ Fully read and understand this document. ▶ Fully read and understand all the Operating Instructions for the system components, especially the safety rules.
If water-cooled system components are operated without coolant, this will normally result in the failure of the system components. Fronius shall not be liable for any damage resulting from such action. In addition, no warranty claims will be entertained. Ensure that all the hosepacks, the welding torch and the ground earth connection are undamaged Check that there is an all-round clearance of 0.5 m (1 ft 7.69 in.) to ensure that cool-...
Every 6 months in 3-shift operation with ethanol-based coolant Gas purge the cooler Change the coolant Every 12 months in single-shift operation with ethanol-based coolant Change the ethanol-based coolant Every 12 months in 3-shift operation with FCL 10/20 coolant Change the coolant Every 24 months in single-shift operation with FCL 10/20 coolant Change the coolant Gas purging the...
Dispose of coolant in accordance with the applicable local and national regulations. CAUTION! Risk from using a non-permitted coolant. This can result in serious damage to property. ▶ Use only original Fronius coolant (Cooling Liquid FCL 10/20 or torch coolant) when refilling the cooling unit.
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CAUTION! Risk from coolant leakage. This can result in serious damage to prop- erty. ▶ Seal off the coolant hose as soon as it is pulled out of the coolant pump con- nection. ▶ Immediately remove any coolant that does get into the device or spills onto the exterior of the device.
Ensure that all hose connections are properly established and are not leaking Ensure that there is no coolant inside the device or on its exterior Disposal Dispose of in accordance with the applicable national and local regulations.
Technical data General The cooling capacity of a cooling unit depends on Ambient temperature Delivery head Flow rate Q (l/min) - The flow rate Q depends on the length of the interconnecting hosepack and the diameter of the hose. CU 800i, CU 800i CU 800i /460 V Mains voltage...
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CU 800i /460 V Mains voltage 460 V AC Mains voltage tolerance -10% / +10% Grid frequency 50/60 Hz Current consumption 0.35 A Cooling capacity at Q = 1 l/min + 25 °C (77 °F) 800 W Q = 1l / min + 40 °C (104 °F) 500 W Q = max.
CU 800i Pro If a TPS 270i C power source is used with a CU 800i Pro cooling unit, the cooling unit will not benefit from the maximum pump power. Supply voltage 24 V DC Current consumption 4.4 A Cooling capacity at Q = 1 l/min + 25 °C (77 °F) 850 W Q = 1l / min + 40 °C (104 °F)
CU 1100i, CU 1100i CU 1100i /460 V Mains voltage 400 V AC Mains voltage tolerance -10% / +10% Grid frequency 50/60 Hz Current consumption 0.7 A Cooling capacity at Q = 1 l/min + 25 °C (77 °F) 1100 W Q = 1l / min + 40 °C (104 °F)
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CU 1100i /460 V Mains voltage 460 V AC Mains voltage tolerance -10% / +10% Grid frequency 50/60 Hz Current consumption 0.35 A Cooling capacity at Q = 1 l/min + 25 °C (77 °F) 1100 W Q = 1l / min + 40 °C (104 °F) 800 W Q = max.
CU 1100i /MV, CU 1100i /MV CU 1100i /MV Mains voltage 200 - 230 V AC / 400 - 460 V AC Mains voltage tolerance -10% / +10% Grid frequency 50/60 Hz Current consumption 1.4 A / 0.7 A Cooling capacity at Q = 1 l/min + 25 °C (77 °F)
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CU 1100i /MV RVP Mains voltage 200 - 230 V AC / 400 - 460 V AC Mains voltage tolerance -10% / +10% Grid frequency 50/60 Hz Current consumption 0.8 A / 0.35 A Cooling capacity at Q = 1 l/min + 25 °C (77 °F) 1100 W Q = 1l / min + 40 °C (104 °F)
CU 1400i Pro, If a TPS 320i C power source is used with a CU 1400i Pro or CU 1400i Pro /MC CU 1400i Pro /MC cooling unit, the cooling unit will not benefit from the maximum pump power. CU 1400i Pro Supply voltage 24 V DC Current consumption...
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CU 1400i Pro /MC Supply voltage 24 V DC Current consumption 4.4 A Cooling capacity at Q = 1 l/min + 25 °C (77 °F) 1400 W Q = 1l / min + 40 °C (104 °F) 900 W Q = max. + 25 °C (77 °F) 1700 W Q = max.
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