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  • Page 1 ArcValidator Operating manual - EN ArcValidator © Kemppi AVPCRC / 2224...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Operating manual - EN CONTENTS 1. General 1.1 About equipment 2. Installation 2.1 Computer software setup 2.2 Connections 2.3 ArcValidator settings 2.4 Preparations for verification 2.5 Installing label printer driver 3. Operation 3.1 Verification 3.1.1 Power source verification 3.1.2 Wire feeder verification 3.2 Transferring verification data to computer...

  • Page 3: General

    This instruction provides an overview of the ArcValidator system and explains how to use the computer software to transfer data from the ArcValidator RC to a computer and process verification reports and certificates. It also tells how to add and modify equipment profiles that you can use for verification with the ArcValidator RC device.

  • Page 4: About Equipment

    1.1 About equipment ArcValidator RC (Remote Control) device ArcValidator RC is a hand-held device used for operating ArcValidator L 650 load bank, saving and transferring data to and from a computer and for controlling the verification event. You plug it to the load bank and follow the instructions which tell you what to do, step by step, if you use the guided manual verification.
  • Page 5 ArcValidator L 650 load bank ArcValidator L 650 load bank simulates the welding arc and determines whether the actual voltage, current and wire feed speed of your welding equipment matches with the values shown (and set) on the meters. The load bank can val- idate all kinds of welding machines up to 600 amperes current output.
  • Page 6 Mains cable (connected to load bank): ArcValidator computer software ArcValidator computer software is used for reporting, certificate creation and equipment profile management. You can create professional, customized reports and certificates with customer info in place with little manual editing required.
  • Page 7 Kemppi. For more information, see "Installing label printer driver" on page 17. If you are verifying other than Kemppi welding equipment, use the computer software to create the equipment pro- files, and then transfer them to the ArcValidator RC using the DataStick.

  • Page 8: Installation

    Browse to the DataStick root folder. Select the installation link (ArcV.application). >> The newest version of the ArcValidator computer software is downloaded from Kemppi's internet servers. Run the installer and follow the on-screen guidance to install the software. Do not run the software installer as an admin user.
  • Page 9 To change the language of the software application from English to another language, open the Language list and select the language you want. Type the ArcValidator L 650 serial number. You can find it in the load bank’s rating plate located on the bottom of the load bank.

  • Page 10: Connections

    Connect the ArcValidator RC device to the ArcValidator L 650 load bank. The DataStick must be installed in the ArcValidator RC for the ArcValidator to work. The DataStick is located on the rear of the ArcValidator RC device, under the back cover.
  • Page 11 Connections for automatic verification Connect the ArcValidator cables to the welding equipment's welding cable (+/-) connectors. Connect the ArcValidator control cable from the ArcValidator load bank control cable connector to the welding equipment's (remote) control cable connector. Use the adapter cable if required.
  • Page 12 ArcValidator Operating manual - EN © Kemppi AVPCRC / 2224...

  • Page 13: Arcvalidator Settings

    2.3 ArcValidator settings The settings menu on the ArcValidator RC device includes the basic time and date settings as well as the option to use the ArcValidator load bank in manual mode. Also the option to enable or disable the automatic trigger sensing function is available for manual verification.
  • Page 14 ArcValidator RC to start the measurement at each setpoint. In automatic verification the auto trigger sensing function is not needed, the ArcValidator system controls the equip- ment independently during verification. Refer to "Verification" on page 20 for more information on automatic and manual verification.

  • Page 15: Preparations For Verification

    If you verify Kemppi welding machines, all the equipment profiles will be available on the DataStick when you start. If you verify other manufacturer's machines, you can create the profiles yourself. For creating profiles, refer to "Managing equipment types and models"...
  • Page 16 ArcValidator Operating manual - EN Turn the welding equipment on. Connect the ArcValidator L 650 load bank to the mains and turn it on. Wait until all of the devices have started and commence to verification. © Kemppi AVPCRC / 2224...

  • Page 17: Installing Label Printer Driver

    Kroko Pro 3600R and PearLabel 360 (a.k.a. Kroko 36C). If the previous version of the ArcValidator label printer has been used with the computer, the old version of the printer driver software must be removed before installing the new version.
  • Page 18 ArcValidator Operating manual - EN >> Select the USB connection option >> Follow the on-screen instructions to connect the printer USB cable and power cord. Kroko 36C will be automatically powered on once both, the USB cable and the power cord, are connected properly.
  • Page 19 ArcValidator Operating manual - EN In paper settings, select "36mm(1-1/2") tape". Confirm the settings by clicking OK. © Kemppi AVPCRC / 2224...

  • Page 20: Operation

    In guided manual verification mode ArcValidator is compatible with the vast majority of welding equipment makes and models with absolute unit meters for set values. Manual verification is a step-by-step process with ArcValidator RC asking for the necessary information and guiding the user forward.

  • Page 21: Power Source Verification

    Connect and turn the equipment on (as described in "Connections" on page 10). >> Turn the welding equipment on first and then the ArcValidator load bank. Wait until both are fully started. >> Ensure that the welding equipment settings are suitable for the verification process in question.

  • Page 22: Wire Feeder Verification

    For adding and editing equipment profiles, refer to "Managing equipment types and models" on page 28. For verifying the wire feed speed, the ArcValidator load bank incorporates a dedicated wire feed interface on the side of the load bank. To use this, the gas nozzle must be removed from the welding gun.
  • Page 23 Transfer the verification data to the computer using the DataStick (as described in "Transferring verification data to computer" on the next page). Using the ArcValidator computer software, open and finalize the reports and export the certificates (as described in "Viewing and editing verification reports" on page 25).

  • Page 24: Transferring Verification Data To Computer

    To transfer the verification data gathered during verification to the computer: Remove the ArcValidator DataStick from the RC device. Connect DataStick to the computer's USB port. (When you do this for the first time, the ArcValidator computer soft- ware must be installed.) When ready, the application imports the verification files from the DataStick.

  • Page 25: Viewing And Editing Verification Reports

    ArcValidator Operating manual - EN 3.3 Viewing and editing verification reports Verification report list The verification files list contains the verification files that have been transferred from the RC device via DataStick. Once they have been opened, the data will be used to fill a verification report. After you have finalized the report, you can export or print it as a complete certificate.
  • Page 26 In the new report creation window, fill in the required information (at least the name of the customer, verifying inspector and verification company). >> Maximum and minimum values are preset in the form. Fill in the measured values, and the ArcValidator PC application will tell you whether the equipment passed the verification or not.
  • Page 27 ArcValidator Operating manual - EN On the verification files list, select the finalized report or reports you want to export and click the Export button. Browse for a suitable folder for certificate files and click OK. Click Save to create the PDF certificate file.

  • Page 28: Managing Equipment Types And Models

    3.4 Managing equipment types and models Adding new equipment profiles If you verify Kemppi welding machines, all the equipment profiles will be available on the DataStick when you start. If you verify other manufacturer's machines, you can create the profiles yourself.
  • Page 29 'calibration'. Editing equipment profiles You can later edit and modify all equipment profiles you have created yourself. The provided Kemppi equipment profiles can only be copied but not edited. To modify the equipment profiles for non-Kemppi equipment: Click the Equipment button on the top of the window to open the Equipment view.
  • Page 30 When you are done, click OK to save the changes and close the window. Adding welding processes You can add welding processes to the equipment profiles you have created yourself. The provided Kemppi equipment profiles cannot be edited. To add new welding processes to an equipment profile: Click the Equipment button on the top of the window to open the Equipment view.

  • Page 31: Maintenance

    4. MAINTENANCE 4.1 Updating RC device software ArcValidator RC device software can be updated when a new software version is available. You will be notified about the new version once you connect the DataStick to the computer. The following window opens automatically: Click the Transfer button to transfer the software update file to the DataStick.

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    Language Runtime Version <ver- sion number required>.Please contact your system admin- istrator." ArcValidator RC device, ArcValidator L 650 load bank and the welding device I connected the ArcValidator RC The battery of the ArcValidator RC Connect the ArcValidator RC to the ArcValidator L device to the ArcValidator L 650 may be empty.
  • Page 33 ArcValidator L 650 load bank. ArcValidator RC gives the error ArcValidator L 650 load bank is Do not turn off the ArcValidator L 650 load bank, but message 'Overheat warning'. overheated and may be damaged, let its fans cool the device until the ArcValidator RC if you don't let it cool down.
  • Page 34 DataStick. The stick may be full, another DataStick that came with the ArcValidator read-only or corrupted. delivery package or order one from your Kemppi rep- resentative. A serious error has occurred the Restart the ArcValidator L 650 load bank.

  • Page 35: Disposal

    The owner of the equip- ment is obliged to deliver a decommissioned unit to a regional collection center, as per the instructions of local author- ities or a Kemppi representative. By applying these European Directives you improve the environment and human health.

  • Page 36: Technical Data

    ArcValidator Operating manual - EN 5. TECHNICAL DATA ArcValidator L650 Feature Value Connection voltage 1~50/60 Hz 110...240 (+/- 10%) Connection power 100 W Rated power / load 40 °C 10% ED 650 A 60% ED 500 A 100% ED 400 A...

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