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FRIAMAT 6 110V

ELECTROFUSION

PROCESSOR

PE ELECTROFUSION

OPERATING MANUAL

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Page 1 FRIAMAT 6 110V ELECTROFUSION PROCESSOR PE ELECTROFUSION OPERATING MANUAL E L E C T R O F U S I O N S Y S T E M S We build tough products for tough environments ®...
Page 3 Friamat 6 110V Electrofusion Processor PE Electrofusion Operating Manual © 2024 by IPEX USA LLC. All rights reserved. No part of this book may be used or reproduced in any manner whatsoever without prior written permission. For information contact: IPEX, Marketing, 1425 North Service Rd.
Page 5: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS Revision History . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vi About this Document .
Page 6 Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 5.1.
Page 7 Working with Stored Data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27 9.1.
Page 8: Revision History
REVISION HISTORY Revision Date Description Author Initial Release 2023/10/04 Initial release iv Friamat 6 110V Electrofusion Processor Operation Manual...
Page 9: About This Document
ABOUT THIS DOCUMENT 1.1. Purpose of This Manual The intent of this manual is to provide a guide for the operation of the FRIAMAT ® 6 110V Electrofusion Processor. These instructions describe all the necessary work steps, measures and precautions to ensure safe and professional handling of the product.
Page 10: Symbols And Definitions
1.3. Symbols and Definitions The following flags and symbols are used in this document: A WARNING describes a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in severe injury or death. A CAUTION describes a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury. A NOTICE indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may result in system failure and property damage.
Page 11: Safety
SAFETY The FRIAMAT 6 is state of the art, built according to recognized safety standards, and equipped with the necessary protective devices. The FRIAMAT 6 has been tested for function and safety before delivery. Incorrect operation or misuse may result in harm to the operator, material damage to the FRIAMAT 6, and a reduction in performance of the processor.
Page 12: Installation Site Safety
2 .6 . tallation Site Safety Œ Always protect the power cable and fusion cable against sharp edges. Œ Do not stack heavy objects on top of the FRIAMAT 6. Œ Never immerse the FRIAMAT 6 in water. (The FRIAMAT 6 is splash-proof.) Œ...
Page 13: Bluetooth® Function
2.9. Bluetooth ® Function The FRIAMAT 6 is equipped with a Bluetooth interface. Use of the Bluetooth interface is currently only permitted in the following countries: Œ U.S.A. Œ Canada Œ Mexico 2.10. Structural Alterations and Spare Parts Conversions, alterations and modifications to the FRIAMAT 6 are not permitted for safety reasons. All warranty claims will become invalid for the FRIAMAT 6 whose lead seals have been broken or altered for safety reasons and will void the warranty.
Page 14: Risks
2.12. Risks 2.12.1. Energized Parts Electric shock may be caused by contact with energized parts. Do not open the FRIAMAT 6. Œ Never leave the FRIAMAT 6 unattended during the fusion procedure. Œ Always have any housings, connecting cables and extension cords, which indicate damage, Œ...
Page 15: Quick Start
Quick Start Œ Read the user’s manual. Œ Keep the FRIAMAT 6 out of the trench and protect it from inclement weather. Œ Establish a safe working environment (Refer to Section 2. Safety). Œ Lay out all the needed tools, accessories, and fitting(s). Œ...
Page 16: Product Description
PRODUCT DESCRIPTION 4.1. Component Location Figure 1. FRIAMAT 6 110V Electrofusion Processor Position Designation Main switch Cables (combined fusion, scanner, and temperature probe cables) Control panel with display and function keys USB data interface with protective cap Ventilation air outlet Adapter storage pouch Power cord Ventilation air intake...
Page 17: Usb Data Interface With Protective Cap
4.4. USB Data Interface with Protective Cap The USB data interface serves as a service interface for software updates and for data transfer with the FRIAMAT 6. The cap protects the USB data interface against dirt and moisture. 4.5. The fan provides cooling to enable reliable operation and working conditions when in continuous use, and when fusing large dimension fittings.
Page 18: Control Panel
4.7. Control Panel Figure 2. Control Panel Position Designation Description Function keys Access functions shown on the display. Direction keys Move the cursor left, right, up and down. OK key Confirm the function. Start the fusion process/ START key Confirm the messages that are shown on the display. Abort the fusion process/ STOP key Exit the menu item/...
Page 19: Display
4.8. Display 4.8.1. Display Layout Figure 3. Display Layout Position Designation Description Indicates features which are turned on/ Status indicators Notice for next maintenance Display for environmental Date, time, ambient temperature, voltage and information frequency Number of protocol Indicates the current number of protocol records for entries fusions Main window...
Page 20: Function Icons
4.8.2. Function Icons Icon Designation Description MENU Call up the main menu Call up a virtual keyboard ENTRY INPUT/ MANUAL INPUT Manual input possible for a barcode that cannot be read Calls up the input screen for: • ID Data ID DATA •...
Page 21: Status Indicators
4.8.3. Status Indicators Symbol Description Documentation "ON" Seam number data collection on Traceability barcodes data collection on Pipe number data collection on Pipe length data collection on USB connected Maintenance appointment Notice for the next maintenance due (days) FRIAMAT 6 is paired via Bluetooth Table 5.
Page 22: Operation
OPERATION 5.1. Functional Description The fitting parameters are transmitted to the FRIAMAT 6 by scanning the barcode on the fitting. Based on this data, the microprocessor-controlled FRIAMAT 6 is able to regulate and control the energy metering completely automatically, and determine the fusion time, taking into account the ambient temperature.
Page 23: Acoustic Signals
5.4. Acoustic Signals he FRIAMAT 6 confirms certain operating sequences with an audible tone. These tones have the following meanings: Number of Audible Signal Tones Meaning One Tone Barcode scan is successful Two Tones Fusion process is complete Three Tones Voltage supply is too low or too high Five Tones Read the error message on the display...
Page 24: User Menu
USER MENU Call up the user menu via the menu function button. 6.1. Menu Tree Some individual menu items may not be visible due to the settings. Menu Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Reference Main Menu Basic Settings Documentation Switch On/Off documentation Date and Time Set the date and time...
Page 25: Menu Navigation
Menu Level 1 Level 2 Level 3 Reference Information FRIAMAT 6 Information FRIAMAT 6 Number SW HMI SW PU View FRIAMAT 6 information Maintenance Appointment FRIAMAT 6 Function Licenses Enter barcode digits manually (Emergency Menu Emergency Entry entry) ID Data Menu Sorting and Picking Number Enter ID data Seam Number...
Page 26: Operation Menu
6.3. Operation Menu 6.3.1. Entering Data Via the Virtual Keyboard or Numeric Keypad Select numbers or letters from the displayed numeric keypad or keyboard with the direction keys (Refer to Section 4.8.2. Function Icons). Confirm entry with the OK key. 6.3.2.
Page 27: Activate The Friamat 6
The email address, which has been entered in the activation dialog of the FRIAMAT 6, will be used and stored by Aliaxis Deutschland GmbH in order to send information about the availability of new software updates and FRIAMAT 6 updates to the owner of the email address easily and quickly.
Page 28: Friamat 6 Registration
7.3. FRIAMAT 6 Registration The FRIAMAT can be registered via the WorkFlow Web of IPEX USA LLC (www.ipexna.com/portal). The FRIAMAT 6 will not be activated during registration and no activation PIN is generated. In order for the activation PIN to be generated, the FRIAMAT 6 needs to be commissioned as detailed in Section 7.2. INFO The following terms and conditions can be viewed at www.ipexna.com/en under the heading GTC/ Data Protection:...
Page 29: Set Signal Tone Volume
8.1.5. Set Signal Tone Volume Call up the menu item: Main Menu > Basic Settings > Volume Œ Set signal tone volume to loud or quiet. 8.2. View FRIAMAT 6 Information Information about the FRIAMAT 6 is displayed under information via the following menu items: Menu Item Display •...
Page 30: Enable The Friamat 6
8.3.2. Enable the FRIAMAT 6 Scan the operator pass. Œ The valid operator pass will be shown in the display. Confirm the details and information in the display with the confirm function key. 8.3.3. Disable the FRIAMAT 6 Manually Scan the current operator pass. The “DISABLE DEVICE?”...
Page 31: Pairing A Smartphone
8.4.2. Pairing a Smartphone Prerequisites Bluetooth is on (Refer to 8.4.1). Œ The WorkFlow App is installed on the smartphone. Œ The FRIAMAT 6 is in input mode (Refer to Figure 4). Œ Figure 4. FRIAMAT 6 in Input Mode Start the WorkFlow App.
Page 32: Manage Paired Bluetooth Devices
8.4.3. Manage Paired Bluetooth Devices Call up the menu item: Œ Main Menu > Basic Settings > Coupled Bluetooth devices All Bluetooth devices which were previously paired will be shown. Delete Bluetooth devices from the list in order to prevent them from reconnecting with the smartphone.
Page 33: Pipe Number
8.5.2.1. Pipe Number Call up the menu item: Main Menu > Fusion Sequence > Traceability > Pipe Number Œ Turn ON/OFF the query for an individual pipe number for the pipe which is to be fused. When the pipe number function is on, this status indicator will appear in the display: 8.5.2.2.
Page 34: Scraper Device
8.5.3.3. Scraper Device Call up the menu item: Œ Main Menu > Fusion Sequence > Information Data > Scraper Device Turn ON/OFF the query for data (e.g. device number) for implemented scraper device. 8.5.3.4. Subcontractor Call up the menu item: Main Menu >...
Page 35: Working With Stored Data
WORKING WITH STORED DATA 9.1. Data Transmit 9.1.1. Output Formats The following output formats are available: CSV | JSON | PDF 9.1.2. Designating the Transmitted Data Designating the Subdirectories The data will be created in subdirectories on the USB stick according to the following pattern: F+Device number Œ...
Page 36: 10 . Setup And Connection
10 . SETUP AND CONNECTION 10.1. Preparatory Activities Always ensure the following criteria before every use: Œ The FRIAMAT 6 is undamaged. Œ The planned fusion application corresponds to the intended use of the FRIAMAT 6. Œ All parts are correctly assembled. Œ...
Page 37: 11 . Powering On And Off
INFO Insufficient power supply due to dirty or damaged fusion plug connector Defective fused joint • Only use the original fusion plug connector). • Always ensure that the fusion plug connector is clean and undamaged. Set up the FRIAMAT 6 on level ground. Prepare the fusion fitting and pipes for the fusion process in accordance to the manufacturers' instructions Position the contact pins of the fitting in such a way that they are accessible for...
Page 38: 12 . Fusion Procedure
12 . FUSION PROCEDURE 12.1. Unlock the FRIAMAT 6 12.1.1. Enable the FRIAMAT 6 Scan the operator pass. The valid operator pass will be shown in the display. Œ Confirm the details and information in the display with the confirm function key. 12.2.
Page 39: Enter Additional Data
12.3. Enter Additional Data Additional Information Data, Traceability Data, and ID Data must be entered if queries are turned on (Refer to Section 8.5. Data Documentation Settings). 12.3.1. Enter Information Data Prerequisite: Fusion barcode is scanned. Œ The “pipe processed?” query will be shown in the display. Œ...
Page 40: Execute The Fusion Procedure
12.4. Execute the Fusion Procedure 12.4.1. Start Fusion Escape of plastic melt during fusion Burns on the skin • For your general safety, always keep at least 3 feet (1 m) away from the fusion joint during the fusion process. Fusing failure due to insufficient power supply Defective fused joint •...
Page 41: Conclude The Fusion Procedure
Press the START key to start the fusion procedure. The following indications appear in the display during the fusion procedure: Display Procedure • The ambient temperature will be measured and the resistance of the connected fitting will be tested. • Testing the connected fitting and the FRIAMAT pre- Testing and Inspecting CHECK function will be executed.
Page 42: Error Messages
13 . NOTICE ERROR MESSAGES Error messages, fault messages or warnings will be shown in the FRIAMAT 6 display. If an error message, fault message or warning is displayed which is not described below and cannot be explained and/or remedied on the basis of the plain text description in the display, contact IPEX USA LLC or an Authorized Service Center (Refer to Section 19.
Page 43 No . Error Possible Causes Assistance Fitting’s wire Short circuit in the wire winding of • Exchange the fitting and return it to the turn short the fitting fitting manufacturer for inspection. circuited • Inspect the fusion plug connection on Fitting’s wire the fitting.
Page 44: 14 . Transport And Storage
Software Update The user can download software updates and install them on the FRIAMAT 6. Aliaxis Deutschland GmbH will email software updates when available to the email address associated with the user account created during the FRIAMAT 6 registration process.
Page 45: Resetting The Friamat 6 To Factory Settings
(end-user) (the “Product Warranty”). For the warranty granted by the manufacturer of the Processor, refer to https://www.aliaxis.de/en/metanavigation/agb/ delivery-payment-terms. IPEX USA LLC also warrants the calibration and repair services it provides on the Processor (the “Services”) against defects resulting from faulty workmanship for a period of 60 days upon...
Page 46: Disposal
other technical information or literature provided by IPEX USA LLC on its website as well as with the industry standards, and in conformance with all applicable laws and regulations. The Processor has not been altered or modified after leaving IPEX USA LLC’s premises, shows no evidence of disassembly or tampering, is not and has not been subjected to abnormal operating conditions, accident, abuse, misuse, unauthorized alteration or repair and the defect is not due, without limitation, to faulty installation, maintenance, calibration or use, improper site preparation...
Page 47: 16 . Technical Data
16 . TECHNICAL DATA Technical Data FRIAMAT 6 110V Electrofusion Processor Input voltage range Nominal 95-138VAC Frequency range 44-66 Hz Current consumption AC 30 A maximum Power 3.5 kW d 1/2 CTS – d 2 ~ AC 2.4 kW Generator Nominal power d 3 IPS –...
Page 48: Authorized Service Centers
18 . Authorized Service Centers IPEX USA LLC 10100 Rodney St, Pineville, NC 28134 1-800-463-9572 www.ipexna.com 40 Friamat 6 110V Electrofusion Processor Operation Manual...
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Page 50: Sales And Customer Service
Aliaxis provides our customers with some of the world’s largest and most comprehensive product lines. All IPEX by Aliaxis products are backed by more than 50 years of experience. With state-of-the-art manufacturing facilities and distribution centers across North America, we have earned a reputation for product innovation, quality, end-user focus and performance.