The device may only be operated with the regularly serviced internal or with a suitable external suction extraction system! BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
This symbol means you receive tips on use and especially useful information. They help you to utilize all functions of the device optimally. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
In Germany this applies in particular to the "Accident prevention regulation on laser radiation BGV B2" in the currently valid version. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
2.1.4. Hazards in handling the device The BEGO-Laser PW laser device is built according to the state of the art and the recognized safety rules. Nevertheless, hazards to life and limb of the user or third persons and/or impairments of the device or other material assets may arise during its use.
If work on live parts is necessary, a second person must be assigned to turn off the master switch if required (see the section MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS on page 25). BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
Do not clean filters! Beating or blowing out with compressed air destroys the filter medium and the harmful substances contained in the filter enter the ambient air! BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
We recommend that you use the “Laser registration forms” enclosed in the operating manual. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
The visible secondary radiation may lead to blinding effects in the event of longer observation. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
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Depending on the surface finish, they may focus the resulting scattered radiation, which may cause minor burns on the skin. Caution! BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
SUCTION EXTRACTION AND FILTER UNIT on page 108). • The blow-out slits must not be covered or blocked. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
The accident prevention regulation “VBG 4 Electrical systems and operational equipment” must be observed in connection with all work on the electrical equipment. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
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You must prevent any approach to unprotected parts (live parts) by means of safeguarding measures (barrier ropes or plastic chains). BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
The accident prevention regulation BGV B2 must always be observed in all work on the laser! Danger! BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
FREQUENCY – triggers a laser pulse or a series of laser pulses as long as the foot switch remains depressed. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
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BEGO-Laser PW - 33 - In the case of the BEGO-Laser PW type of laser device, the actual laser process takes place in a cylindrical crystal (5) with polished end faces. The laser crystal is a neodymium yttrium-aluminium garnet (abbreviated as Nd:YAG).
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The welding process and thus the welding result can be optimized with the pulse shape. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
The key for this key-operated switch must be kept such that it is accessible only to authorized persons. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
Current focal point setting: 0.3 - 2.5 mm Graphical display of selected pulse shape BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
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Status and error messages are displayed in the form of symbols (see the section DISPLAY OF STATUS AND ERROR MESSAGES on page 95). BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
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After elimination of the error the device can be reset to the ready-for-operation state by pressing this key. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
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The value set for the selected menu item is accepted or the selected menu command is executed. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
The brightness for the halogen lighting in the processing chamber can be set with this controller. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
The laser device meets the requirements of the EMC guidelines. The test was conducted on the basis of the standards applying to the classification. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
If the self-test is run through without any errors or malfunctions, the device is ready for operation. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
The use of unsuitable materials to dry the optical components may cause irreparable damage. Even apparently soft cloths can scratch optically polished surfaces! BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
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Now the device is ready for operation. Special safety precautions are not necessary in normal operation. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
11. If necessary, you have to repeat this step several times until the reticle marks the centre of the spot weld precisely enough. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
During this process the symbol is shown on the display and the display LASER OK changes to red. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
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Otherwise blinding effects occur, as in the case of longer unprotected observation of halogen lamps, spotlights or the sun. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
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This recovery time is up to 3 seconds (depending on the set values for VOLTAGE, PULSE DURATION and PULSE SHAPE). BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
The additional functions that can be performed via the Multifunction Menu are described in the following sections. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
When all decimal places have been changed, accept the new ↵ setting with the [ ] key. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
When all decimal places have been changed, accept the new ↵ setting with the [ ] key. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
The resetting of the parameters is indicated with the message OK in the menu line. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
(move joystick up once). The display in the stereomicroscope is switched off by moving the joystick up again. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
The master switch can be secured with a padlock to prevent unintentional or unauthorized switching on of the device. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
All malfunctions and extraordinary events as well as all maintenance and repair work should be entered in this logbook (e.g. lamp or filter change). BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
Planning must also take into account the later mechanical stress on the joint. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
Fig. 22: Melt welding wire and surface at the same time Fig. 23: Place spot welds so they overlap by approx. 80% BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
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50008 direct butt joint possible Material thickness: BEGO precious metal wires 0.35 mm, Wiroweld 0.35 and 0.5 mm, Wiroweld NC 0.35 mm, titanium wire 0.35 mm. Important: If different alloys are welded together, always use the nobler material as filler metal! BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh.
The vapours created during welding and the inert gas are extracted continuously. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
Furthermore, both setting the spots for tacking and welding in filler metal must be carried out alternately so points on opposite sides can always be welded alternately. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
Use titanium of a graduation (degree of purity 1 to 4) as far as possible. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
• All values indicated are only reference values and a basis for your own tests! • Supply argon correctly to the welding point! BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
(combined with the Interlock RESET LED). These faults are also detected in event of failure of the microcontroller. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
(see the section REPLACEMENT OF THE PROTECTIVE LENS on page 101 in this connection). BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
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Change water combination filter (see the section CHANGING THE WATER FILTER on page 107) and replace deionized water. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
5. Screw on knurled ring with new protective lens by turning clockwise on the bottom of the lens. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
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After that fill deionized water up to MAX mark. 9. Close water tank again with plug. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
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12. Secure the back plate again with the two screws. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
15. Remount side section and back plate as described in the section CHECKING / TOPPING UP COOLING WATER on page 104. BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
Beating or blowing out with compressed air destroys the filter medium. The contaminants held back in the filter enter the ambient air! BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Strasse 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...
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4. Close and lock flap. 5. Carry out filter calibration (see the section FILTER CALIBRATION on page 74). BEGO Bremer Goldschlägerei Wilh. Herbst GmbH & Co • Wilhelm-Herbst-Straße 1 • D-28359 Bremen Tel. +49 421 2028-0 • Fax +49 421 2028-100 • www.bego.com...