EWM Pico 350 cel puls pws dgs Operating Instructions Manual

EWM Pico 350 cel puls pws dgs Operating Instructions Manual

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Pico 350 cel puls pws dgs
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099-002127-EW501
Observe additional system documents!
27.9.2022

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  • Page 1 Operating instructions Welding machine Pico 350 cel puls pws dgs 099-002127-EW501 Observe additional system documents! 27.9.2022...
  • Page 2 +49 2680 181-0. A list of authorised sales partners can be found at www.ewm-group.com/en/specialist-dealers. Liability relating to the operation of this equipment is restricted solely to the function of the equipment. No other f orm of liability, regardless of type, shall be accepted.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents Notes on using these operating instructions Contents 1 Contents........................3 2 For your safety......................6 Notes on using these operating instructions ............... 6 Explanation of icons ....................7 Saf ety instructions ....................8 Transport and installation ..................11 3 Intended use ........................13 Applications......................13 3.1.1 Degaussing ....................13...
  • Page 4 Error messages (power source)................51 Software version of the machine control ..............52 Resetting welding parameters to the factory settings ..........52 8 Technical data ......................53 Pico 350 cel puls pws dgs ..................53 9 Accessories.........................54 System components ....................54 9.1.1 Wire f eed unit..................54 19-pole remote control ...................54...
  • Page 5 Contents Notes on using these operating instructions 10.2 Magnetic flux density - adjustment aid ..............56 10.3 Guide values of magnetic flux density, weldability ............56 10.4 Searching for a dealer....................57 099-002127-EW501 27.9.2022...
  • Page 6: For Your Safety

    For your safety Notes on using these operating instructions For your safety Notes on using these operating instructions DANGER Working or operating procedures which must be closely observed to prevent imminent serious and even fatal injuries. • Saf ety notes include the "DANGER" keyword in the heading with a general warning symbol. •...
  • Page 7: Explanation Of Icons

    For your safety Explanation of icons Explanation of icons Symbol Description Symbol Description Indicates technical aspects which the Activate and release / Tap / Tip user must observe. Switch off machine Release Switch on machine Press and hold Incorrect / Invalid Switch Correct / Valid Turn...
  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    For your safety Saf ety instructions Safety instructions WARNING Risk of accidents due to non-compliance with the safety instructions! Non-compliance with the safety instructions can be fatal! • Caref ully read the safety instructions in this manual! • Observe the accident prevention regulations and any regional regulations! •...
  • Page 9 For your safety Saf ety instructions WARNING Risk of injury due to improper clothing! During arc welding, radiation, heat and voltage are sources of risk that cannot be avoided. The user has to be equipped with the complete personal protective equipment at all times.
  • Page 10 For your safety Saf ety instructions CAUTION Smoke and gases! Smoke and gases can lead to breathing difficulties and poisoning. In addition, solvent vapour (chlorinated hydrocarbon) may be converted into poisonous phosgene due to the ultraviolet radiation of the arc! •...
  • Page 11: Transport And Installation

    For your safety Transport and installation CAUTION Obligations of the operator! The respective national directives and laws must be complied with when operating the machine! • Implementation of national legislation relating to framework directive 89/391/EEC on the int- roduction of measures to encourage improvements in the safety and health of workers at work and associated individual guidelines.
  • Page 12 For your safety Transport and installation CAUTION Risk of accidents due to supply lines! During transport, attached supply lines (mains leads, control cables, etc.) can cause risks, e.g. by causing connected machines to tip over and injure persons! • Disconnect all supply lines before transport! Risk of tipping! There is a risk of the machine tipping over and injuring persons or being damaged itself during movement and set up.
  • Page 13: Intended Use

    (see technical data). Documents which also apply 3.5.1 Warranty For more information refer to the "Warranty registration" brochure supplied and our information regarding warranty, maintenance and testing at www.ewm-group.com! 099-002127-EW501 27.9.2022...
  • Page 14: Declaration Of Conformity

    Intended use Documents which also apply 3.5.2 Declaration of Conformity This product corresponds in its design and construction to the EU directives listed in the decla- ration. The product comes with a relevant declaration of conformity in the original. The manuf acturer recommends carrying out the safety inspection according to national and in- ternational standards and guidelines every 12 months.
  • Page 15: Machine Description - Quick Overview

    Machine description – quick overview Front view / rear view Machine description – quick overview Front view / rear view Figure 4-1 099-002127-EW501 27.9.2022...
  • Page 16 Machine description – quick overview Front view / rear view Item Symbol Description Transport elements Transport handle and transport belt > see 5.1.4 chapter Operating elements Device control > see 4.2 chapter and protective cap > see 5.1.8 chapter Connection socket, welding current (electrode holder) The welding current polarity (+/-) can be reversed by pressing the welding current pola- rity push-button (except with TIG welding) and is indicated by a signal light above the relevant welding current socket.
  • Page 17: Machine Control - Operating Elements

    Machine description – quick overview Machine control – Operating elements Machine control – Operating elements Figure 4-2 Item Symbol Description Welding data display (3-digit) Displays the welding parameters and the corresponding values > see 4.2.1 chapter Collective interference signal light For error messages, >...
  • Page 18: Welding Data Display

    Machine description – quick overview Machine control – Operating elements Item Symbol Description Welding procedure/MMA characteristics selection push-button Select MMA welding procedure and electrode type R ---------- Electrode type rutile RB-------- Electrode type rutile-basic B / RC --- Electrode type basic/rutile-cellulose C ---------- Electrode type cellulose Select welding parameters button This button is used to select the welding parameters depending on the welding process...
  • Page 19: Design And Function

    Design and function Transport and installation Design and function WARNING Risk of injury from electrical voltage! Contact with live parts, e.g. power connections, can be fatal! • Observe the safety information on the first pages of the operating instructions! • Commissioning must be carried out by persons who are specifically trained in handling power sources! •...
  • Page 20: Workpiece Lead, General

    Design and function Transport and installation 5.1.3 Workpiece lead, general CAUTION Risk of burning due to incorrect welding current connection! If the welding current plugs (machine connections) are not locked or if the workpiece connection is contaminated (paint, corrosion), these connections and leads can heat up and cause burns when touched! •...
  • Page 21: Cable Strap

    Design and function Transport and installation 5.1.5 Cable strap In the delivery state, the machine has a cable strap for easy and orderly transport of earth lead, welding torch, electrode holder etc. The f ollowing figure shows the fastened strap and how the components can be secured.
  • Page 22: Cable Holder

    Design and function Transport and installation 5.1.6 Cable holder The machine is supplied with a cable holder with mounting material. This cable holder can be used to coil and conveniently transport the mains cable. Install the cable holder as shown in the figure. 5.1.7 Deinstallation/Installation Figure 5-3...
  • Page 23: Protective Flap, Welding Machine Control

    Design and function Transport and installation 5.1.8 Protective flap, welding machine control 5.1.9 Deinstallation/Installation Figure 5-5 Item Symbol Description Seating hole for mounting nipple Mounting nipple, protective cap Protective cap • Remove the protective cap by gently pressing from the side while simultaneously pulling. To attach, insert and snap into place.
  • Page 24: 5.1.10 Notes On The Installation Of Welding Current Leads

    Design and function Transport and installation 5.1.10 Notes on the installation of welding current leads • Incorrectly installed welding current leads can cause faults in the arc (flickering). • Lay the workpiece lead and hose package of power sources without HF igniter (MIG/MAG) for as long and as close as possible in parallel.
  • Page 25: 5.1.11 Stray Welding Currents

    Design and function Transport and installation 5.1.11 Stray welding currents WARNING Risk of injury due to stray welding currents! Stray welding currents can destroy protective earth conductors, damage machines and electronic devices and cause overheating of components, leading to fire. •...
  • Page 26: 5.1.12 Mains Connection

    Design and function Transport and installation 5.1.12 Mains connection DANGER Hazards caused by improper mains connection! An improper mains connection can cause injuries or damage property! • The connection (mains plug or cable), the repair or voltage adjustment of the device must be carried out by a qualified electrician in accordance with the respective local laws or nati- onal regulations! •...
  • Page 27: Shielding Gas Supply (Shielding Gas Cylinder For Welding Machine)

    Design and function Transport and installation 5.1.13 Shielding gas supply (shielding gas cylinder for welding machine) WARNING Risk of injury due to improper handling of shielding gas cylinders! Improper handling and insufficient securing of shielding gas cylinders can cause seri- ous injuries! •...
  • Page 28: Mma Welding

    Design and function MMA welding MMA welding 5.2.1 Connecting the electrode holder and workpiece lead CAUTION Risk of crushing and burns! When changing stick electrodes there is a risk of crushing and burns! • Wear appropriate and dry protective gloves. •...
  • Page 29: Arcforce (Welding Characteristics)

    Design and function MMA welding 5.2.2.1 Arcforce (welding characteristics) During the welding process, arcforce prevents the electrode sticking in the weld pool with increases in current. This makes it easier to weld large-drop melting electrode types at low current strengths with a short arc in particular.
  • Page 30: Antistick

    Design and function MMA welding 5.2.4 Antistick The Antistick feature prevents the electrode from annealing. Should the electrode stick despite the Arcforce feature, the machine au- tomatically switches to the minimum current within approx. one second. This prevents the electrode from annealing. Check the welding current setting and correct for the welding task in hand.
  • Page 31: Average Value Pulsing In The Vertical-Up Position (Pf)

    Design and function MMA welding 5.2.5.1 Average value pulsing in the vertical-up position (PF) This pulse variant was developed for welding in the PF position. Where necessary, the user can adjust the preset welding parameters: Parameter is used for pulse current correction Parameter is used for frequency correction Parameter...
  • Page 32: Tig Welding

    Design and function TIG welding Display Setting/selection Pulse balance Pulse current > see 5.2.5 chapter Arc length restriction > see 5.7 chapter -------- Function switched on ------- Function switched off TIG welding 5.3.1 Connecting a TIG welding torch with rotating gas valve Prepare welding torch according to the welding task in hand (see operating instructions for the torch).
  • Page 33: Welding Task Selection

    Design and function TIG welding 5.3.2 Welding task selection Figure 5-24 5.3.3 Arc ignition 5.3.3.1 Liftarc Figure 5-25 The arc ignites through contact with the workpiece: a) Caref ully place the torch gas nozzle and tungsten electrode tip against the workpiece (lift arc current f lows independent of the set main current) b) Angle the torch above the torch gas nozzle until the distance between electrode tip and workpiece is approx.
  • Page 34: Average Value Pulse Welding

    Design and function TIG welding 5.3.4 Average value pulse welding Average value pulse welding means that two currents are switched periodically, a current average value (AMP), a pulse current (Ipuls), a balance ( ) and a f requency ( ) having been defined first. The predefined ampere current average value is decisive, the pulse current (Ipuls) is defined by the para- meter as a percentage of the current average value (AMP).
  • Page 35: Expert Menu (Tig)

    Design and function MIG/MAG welding 5.3.5 Expert menu (TIG) The Expert menu has adjustable parameters stored that don’t require regular setting. The number of pa- rameters shown may be limited, e.g. if a f unction is deactivated. The setting ranges for the parameter values are summarised in the Parameter overview sec- tion >...
  • Page 36 Design and function MIG/MAG welding Figure 5-29 Item Symbol Description Workpiece Connection socket, welding current (workpiece) Wire feed unit Intermediate hose package 19-pole connection socket Control cable for remote control and/or wire feeder Connection socket, welding current (electrode holder) Welding current connection for wire f eeder •...
  • Page 37: Shielding Gas Supply (Shielding Gas Cylinder For Welding Machine)

    Design and function MIG/MAG welding 5.4.2 Shielding gas supply (shielding gas cylinder for welding machine) • Place the shielding gas cylinder into the relevant cylinder bracket. • Secure the shielding gas cylinder using a securing chain. Figure 5-30 Item Symbol Description Pressure regulator Shielding gas cylinder...
  • Page 38: Mig/Mag Welding With Constant Voltage Characteristics (Cv)

    Design and function MIG/MAG welding 5.4.4 MIG/MAG welding with constant voltage characteristics (CV) Def ault characteristics "CV constant voltage" for nearly all MIG/MAG processes 5.4.5 Welding task selection Figure 5-31 5.4.6 Expert menu The Expert menu has adjustable parameters stored that don’t require regular setting. The number of pa- rameters shown may be limited, e.g.
  • Page 39: Expert Menu

    Design and function Connection plan 5.4.9 Expert menu The Expert menu has adjustable parameters stored that don’t require regular setting. The number of pa- rameters shown may be limited, e.g. if a f unction is deactivated. The setting ranges for the parameter values are summarised in the Parameter overview sec- tion >...
  • Page 40: Legend

    Design and function Connection plan 5.5.1 Legend Symbol Description Shielding gas Welding machine supply voltage Welding torch Workpiece Electrode holder 5.5.2 Connecting the supply lines Figure 5-36 Item Symbol Description Wire feed unit Connection socket, welding current (electrode holder) Welding current connection for wire f eeder Workpiece Connection socket, welding current (workpiece) •...
  • Page 41: Degaussing

    Design and function Degaussing Degaussing CAUTION Movement forces due to electromagnetic fields! Electromagnetic fields may exert movement forces on unsecured metal objects! This may result in injury for example by tools that are set in motion uncontrolled, etc. • Remove metal objects lying around from the working area or secure against movement. 5.6.1 Description of procedure The degaussing of ferromagnetic workpieces in welding technology is intended to reduce arc deflection,...
  • Page 42: Notes On Laying Power Cables

    Design and function Degaussing 5.6.2 Notes on laying power cables Figure 5-37 • Lay power cables close together around the component. • The greater the distance to the welding-relevant area (A), the greater the number of turns you must select. Using the activgauss method, it is possible to increase the degaussing current as an alternative or in addition.
  • Page 43: Degaussing The Workpiece Before Welding (Degauss)

    Design and function Degaussing 5.6.3 Degaussing the workpiece before welding (degauss) Figure 5-39 • Measure the magnetic flux density. Figure 5-40 • Determine power cables with the corresponding number of turns according to table “Magnetic flux density - adjustment aid” > see 10.2 chapter and lay them around the component accordin- gly >...
  • Page 44: Automatic Cut-Out

    Design and function Arc length restriction (USP) Figure 5-43 • Measure the magnetic flux density. • Compare the measured magnetic flux density with the table “Guide values for residual flux den- sity” > see 10.3 chapter for the corresponding welding process. If the residual field strength is too high, the process of degaussing can be repeated as often as desired (increase the number of turns if necessary).
  • Page 45: Rt Pws1 19Pol

    Design and function Power-saving mode (Standby) 5.8.3 RT PWS1 19POL When a remote control is connected, the polarity is changed at the changeover switch of the remote control (ex works). If you wish to change the polarity at the welding machine control (with a remote control connected) you can set this option in the machine configuration menu (parameter rCP).
  • Page 46: 5.10 Machine Configuration Menu

    Design and function Machine configuration menu 5.10 Machine configuration menu ENTER NAVIGATION EXIT Figure 5-44 Display Setting/selection Calibration The machine will be calibrated for approx 2 seconds each time it is switched on. Exit the menu Exit Machine configuration Settings for machine functions and parameter display Welding current polarity switching -------- polarity switching at the RT PWS 1 19POL remote control (ex works) ------- polarity switching at the welding machine control...
  • Page 47: Maintenance, Care And Disposal

    Maintenance, care and disposal General Maintenance, care and disposal General DANGER Risk of injury due to electrical voltage after switching off! Working on an open machine can lead to fatal injuries! Capacitors are loaded with electrical voltage during operation. Voltage remains present for up to four minutes after the mains plug is removed.
  • Page 48: Maintenance Work, Intervals

    A periodic test according to IEC 60974-4 "Periodic inspection and test" has to be carried out. In addition to the regulations on testing given here, the relevant local laws and regulations must also be observed. For more information refer to the "Warranty registration" brochure supplied and our information regarding warranty, maintenance and testing at www.ewm-group.com! 099-002127-EW501 27.9.2022...
  • Page 49: Disposing Of Equipment

    Inf ormation on returning used equipment or collections can be obtained from the respective municipal administration office. Devices can also be returned to EWM sales partners across Europe. Further inf ormation on the topic of the disposal of electrical and electronic equipment can be found on our website at: https://www.ewm-group.com/de/nachhaltigkeit.html.
  • Page 50: Rectifying Faults

    Rectifying faults Checklist for rectifying faults Rectifying faults All products are subject to rigorous production checks and final checks. If , despite this, something fails to work at any time, please check the product using the following flowchart. If none of the fault rectification procedures described leads to the correct functioning of the product, please inform your authorised dea- ler.
  • Page 51: Error Messages (Power Source)

    Rectifying faults Error messages (power source) Error messages (power source) Depending on the options of the machine display, a fault is shown as follows: Display type - machine control Display Graphic display two 7-segment displays one 7-segment display The possible cause of the fault is signalled by a corresponding fault number (see table). In the case of an error, the power unit shuts down.
  • Page 52: Software Version Of The Machine Control

    Rectifying faults Sof tware version of the machine control Error message Possible cause Remedy Switch off the machine and check the mains vol- Failure of a mains phase tage Switch off the machine and check welding current Short circuit in welding circuit leads f or correct installation, e.g.
  • Page 53: Technical Data

    Technical data Pico 350 cel puls pws dgs Technical data Performance specifications and guarantee only in connection with ori ginal spare and replacement parts! Pico 350 cel puls pws dgs MIG/MAG Welding current (I 10 A to 350 A Welding voltage according to stan-...
  • Page 54: Accessories

    Accessories System components Accessories Performance-dependent accessories like torches, workpiece leads, electrode holders or intermediate hose packages are available from your authorised dealer. System components 9.1.1 Wire feed unit Type Designation Item no. Pico drive 4L Wire f eeder 090-002121-00502 Pico drive 200C Wire f eeder 090-002124-00502 19-pole remote control...
  • Page 55: Appendix

    Appendix Parameter overview – setting ranges Appendix 10.1 Parameter overview – setting ranges Parameters/function Setting range Hot start current Hot start time 20,0 Arcf orce correction Frequency correction (PF Pulse) Balance correction (PF Pulse) Pulse current correction (PF Pulse) Pulse f requency Pulse balance Pulse current Arc length restriction...
  • Page 56 Appendix Magnetic flux density - adjustment aid 10.2 Magnetic flux density - adjustment aid Depending on the material used, the thickness of workpieces and the measuring instrument used, the winding numbers or current values may vary. Ideally, the measured flux density should be in the middle of the parameter f ield.
  • Page 57 Appendix Searching for a dealer 10.4 Searching for a dealer Sales & service partners www.ewm-group.com/en/specialist-dealers "More than 400 EWM sales partners worldwide" 099-002127-EW501 27.9.2022...

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