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- Page 1 SINGLE AND DOUBLE PULSE WITH OPTIONAL PULSEMATE STICK TIG DC LIFT MULTI PROCESS WELDING INVERTER XF252, P/N: W1400252 OPERATING MANUAL 250A QUICKSET 15/25A (230/240V) 3 YEAR SYNERGIC MIG PLATE THICKNESS CONTROL PLUG 'N WELD WARRANTY POWER SINGLE & DOUBLE PULSE...
- Page 2 CIGWELD is a Market Leading Brand of Arc Welding Products product is backed by our extensive warranty and world-wide for ESAB. We are a mainline supplier to major welding industry service network. sectors in the Asia Pacific and emerging global markets This Operating Manual has been designed to instruct you on including;...
- Page 3 Where Purchased: Published by: Purchase Date: Equipment Serial #: Pty Ltd CIGWELD CIGWELD An ESAB Brand 71 Gower Street, Preston VIC 3072 Australia CUSTOMER CARE: Tel: 1300 654 674 | Intl Tel: +61 3 9474 7400 Email: enquiries@cigweld.com.au CIGWELD.COM.AU © Copyright 2023 CIGWELD Pty Ltd All rights reserved.
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Page 4: User Responsibility
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL BE SURE THIS INFORMATION REACHES THE OPERATOR. YOU CAN GET EXTRA COPIES FOR FREE BY DOWNLOADING FROM THE CIGWELD WEBSITE. CAUTION These INSTRUCTIONS are for experienced operators. If you are not fully familiar with the principles of operation and safe practices for arc welding and cutting equipment, we urge you to read our booklet, “Precautions and Safe Practices for Arc Welding, Cutting, and Gouging,”... -
Page 5: Type Designation
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY THE FOLLOWING HAS BEEN USED IN THE DESIGN: According to AS/NZS 3820:2020, Essential Safety Requirements for Electrical Equipment Radiocommunications Labelling AS 1674.2:2007 Safety in welding and allied processes, (Electromagnetic Compatibility) Notice 2017 Part 2: Electrical AS 60974.1:2020 Arc Welding Equipment, TYPE OF EQUIPMENT... -
Page 6: Table Of Contents
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1: SECTION 4: ARC WELDING SAFETY XF252 POWER SOURCE INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS OPERATION 1.01 ARC WELDING HAZARDS 4.01 POWER SOURCE CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND FEATURES 1.02 PRINCIPAL SAFETY STANDARDS 4.02 INDICATORS AND CONTROLS SECTION 2: SECTION 5: INTRODUCTION... - Page 7 OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 5.17 QUICKSET MIG AND MANUAL MIG MODES SECTION 8: 5.18 CONNECTIONS FOR SOLID MIG WIRES ROUTINE SERVICE WITH SHIELDING GAS AND GASLESS FLUX REQUIREMENTS AND POWER CORED WIRES SOURCE PROBLEMS 5.19 OPTIONAL ADD-ON DEVICES 8.01 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE & INSPECTION 5.20 CIGWELD MIG WIRE SELECTION CHART 8.02 CLEANING THE WELDING POWER SOURCE 5.21 MIG (GMAW/FCAW) WELDING...
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Page 8: Arc Welding Safety Instructions And Warnings
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL SECTION 1: ARC WELDING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS WARNING PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS FROM POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. PACEMAKER WEARERS KEEP AWAY UNTIL CONSULTING YOUR DOCTOR. DO NOT LOSE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. READ OPERATING/ INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING, OPERATING OR SERVICING THIS EQUIPMENT. -
Page 9: Electric Shock
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. Touching live electrical parts can cause fatal shocks or severe burns. The electrode and work circuit is electrically live whenever the output is on. The input power circuit and machine internal circuits are also live when power is on. In semiautomatic or automatic wire welding, the wire, wire reel, drive roll housing, and all metal parts touching the welding wire are electrically live. - Page 10 BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL RECOMMENDED PROTECTIVE FILTERS FOR ELECTRIC WELDING Approximate Range of Welding Minimum Shade Description of Process Current in Amps Number of Filter(s) Less than or equal to 100 100 to 200 Manual Metal Arc Welding - 200 to 300 covered electrodes (MMAW) 300 to 400 Greater than 400...
- Page 11 OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 FUMES AND GASES WELDING WARNING WARNING FUMES & GASES CAN BE HAZARDOUS WELDING CAN CAUSE FIRE OR EXPLOSION. TO YOUR HEALTH. Sparks and spatter fly off from the welding arc. Welding produces fumes and gases. Breathing these The flying sparks and hot metal, weld spatter, hot fumes and gases can be hazardous to your health.
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Page 12: Moving Parts
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL MOVING PARTS FLYING SPARKS AND HOT METAL WARNING WARNING MOVING PARTS CAN CAUSE INJURY. FLYING SPARKS & HOT METAL CAN CAUSE INJURY. Sparks and spatter fly off from the welding arc. The flying sparks and hot metal, weld spatter, hot Moving parts, such as fans, rotors, and belts can cut workpiece, and hot equipment can cause fires fingers and hands and catch loose clothing. -
Page 13: Principal Safety Standards
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 1.02 PRINCIPAL SAFETY STANDARDS WARNING Safety in welding and allied processes Part 1: Fire Precautions, The procedures below are among those also AS 1674.1-1997 from SAI Global Limited, www.saiglobal.com. normally recommended for pacemaker wearers. Safety in welding and allied processes Part 2: Electrical, AS Consult your doctor for complete information. -
Page 14: Introduction
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL SECTION 2: INTRODUCTION Additional copies of this manual may be purchased by 2.01 HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL contacting CIGWELD at the address and phone number for your location listed in the inside back cover of this manual. This Operating Manual only applies to the Part Numbers listed Include the Operating Manual number and equipment on page 3. -
Page 15: Symbol Chart
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 2.04 SYMBOL CHART Note that only some of these symbols will appear on your model. THREE PHASE PURGING OF GAS THREE PHASE STATIC FREQUENCY CONVERTER- CONTINUOUS WELD MODE TRANSFORMER-RECTIFIER DANGEROUS VOLTAGE REMOTE SPOT WELD MODE INCREASE/DECREASE DUTY CYCLE SPOT TIME CIRCUIT BREAKER... -
Page 16: Description
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL 2.05 DESCRIPTION 2.07 WHAT’S IN THE BOX Now that you have met the XF353, its time to meet its BLUEVENOM XF252 (Part No. W1400252) little brother, the XF252 • BLUEVENOM XF252 Power Source The new BlueVENOM™ XF252 is a 3in1 multi-process Single •... -
Page 17: Specifications
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 2.10 SPECIFICATIONS DESCRIPTION BLUEVENOM XF252 Plant Part Number W1400252 Power Source Dimensions (L) 1075mm x (W) 460mm x (H) 865mm Power Source Weight 55kg Cooling Fan Cooled Welder Type Multi Process Inverter Power Source Standards AS 60974.1:2020 / IEC 60974-1:2019 / EN 60974-10:2021 Number of Phases Single Phase Nominal Supply Voltage... -
Page 18: Optional Accessories
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL 2.11 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES We recommend genuine CIGWELD products. The biggest range and best quality with guaranteed performance. P/N: DESCRIPTION P/N: DESCRIPTION BlueVenom 4R-Rover Wirefeeder with 8m 7977703 Feed Roll 0.9/1.2mm V groove (hard) (fitted) W3200401 Interconnection Lead 7977346 Feed Roll 1.2/1.6mm V groove (hard) W4016008... -
Page 19: Related Products
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 2.12 RELATED PRODUCTS PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION WeldSkill Heavy Duty Auto Darkening Welding Helmet 646766 WHAMXC170 Welding Gloves - Medium Variable Shade 4-8 / 9-14 - Mayhem 646755 WeldSkill Heavy Duty Welding Gloves - Large WeldSkill Magnetic Welding 646764 Clamp/Holder - Medium... -
Page 20: Installation
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL SECTION 3: INSTALLATION 3.01 ENVIRONMENT 3.03 VENTILATION These units are designed for use in environments with Since the inhalation of welding fumes can be harmful, ensure increased hazard of electric shock. that the welding area is effectively ventilated. Examples of environments with increased hazard of electric shock are: 3.04 MAINS SUPPLY VOLTAGE... -
Page 21: Generators
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 Other supply cables, control cables, signalling and 3.05 GENERATORS telephone cables; above, below and adjacent to the welding equipment. Refer to Note 4 on page 17 for recommendations when Radio and television transmitters and receivers. using with a Generator. Computer and other control equipment. - Page 22 BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL Welding Cables The welding cables should be kept as short as possible and should be positioned close together, running at or close to the floor level. Equipotential Bonding Bonding of all metallic components in the welding installation and adjacent to it should be considered.
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Page 23: Xf252 Power Source Operation
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 SECTION 4: XF252 POWER SOURCE OPERATION Standard operating procedures apply when using these Welding machines, i.e. connect work lead directly to workpiece with the spring loaded clamp. The MIG wire is fed from the spool through the feed roller system and into the MIG Gun (consult CIGWELD or the electrode wire manufacturers information for the correct polarity). -
Page 24: Power Source Controls, Indicators
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL 4.01 POWER SOURCE CONTROLS, INDICATORS AND FEATURES Figure 4-1: Power Source Controls, Indicators and Features Control Panel. Refer to pages 24 and 26 to 34 Wirefeeder Control Socket 10 Pin. Refer to page 25 Positive Output Welding Terminal. Refer to page 24 PulseMate Socket 5 Pin. -
Page 25: Power On/Off Switch
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 REMOTE CONTROL SOCKET 8 PIN The 8 pin Remote Control Socket is used to connect remote control devices (i.e. Spool Gun, Push Pull Gun or TIG Torch) to the welding power source. To make connections, align keyway, insert plug, and rotate threaded collar fully clockwise. Socket Description Spool gun motor negative... -
Page 26: Indicators And Controls
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL 4.02 INDICATORS AND CONTROLS POWER ON INDICATOR When Illuminated the correct mains power is applied to the power source and when the ON/OFF switch located on the rear panel is in the ON position. OVER TEMPERATURE INDICATOR This welding power source is protected by a self resetting thermostat. - Page 27 OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 PULSE INDICATOR When Illuminated the Remote PulseMate (Sold Separately) has been connected and Single and Double Pulse Functions are available. Pulse Settings can be set via the Remote PulseMate. LEFT DIGITAL DISPLAY SINGLE PULSE MIG WELDING At times of non-welding this digital meter shows QuickSet Plate Thickness , Wire Diameter , Material...
- Page 28 BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL is selected. The display will show the Plate Thickness or Wire Diameter in Millimetres (MM). QUICKSET PLATE THICKNESS INDICATOR (MIG QUICKSET MODE ONLY) When illuminated the Material Plate Thickness is able to be selected. Available Plate Thicknesses are shown on the Digital Display and are determined by the MIG Wire Diameter and Material Type Selected.
- Page 29 OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 MPM INDICATOR CAUTION When illuminated WFS (Wire Feed Speed) is selected and the Loose welding terminal connections can cause value showing on the Right Hand Digital Display is MPM (Metres overheating and result in the male plug being Per Minute).
- Page 30 BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL SHIELDING GAS INDICATOR At the completion of welding, this digital meter will hold the last recorded Volts value for a period of approximately 10 (MIG QUICKSET MODE ONLY) seconds in all modes. The Volts meter will hold the value When this indicator is illuminated the Digital Displays will show until;...
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Page 31: Memory Function
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 LEFT CONTROL KNOB Press to step through available options in each Process; Once desired function selected turn Left Control Knob clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease value MEMORY FUNCTION • Turn the Left Control Knob to make selection or MEMORY RECALL change values and press to confirm. -
Page 32: Menu Button
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL RIGHT CONTROL KNOB MENU BUTTON Press to step through available options in each Process; Press to access Advanced Settings Once desired function selected turn clockwise to increase or MIG Modes: Pre Gas (PEG), Post Gas (PTG), Burnback (BBT), counterclockwise to decrease value Crater Fill On/Off (CFR), Crater Fill Time (CFT), Crater Fill Wire Feed Speed (CFW), Crater Fill Voltage (CFU), Run In (RIN), Spot (SPT) (2T... - Page 33 OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 The Input Supply Rating Settings in the Advanced Setting Select either 15 or 25 using the Right Control Knob and Menu are protected by a 3 digit pin code so that the user can save selection by pressing the Menu Button to Exit. securely lock into either the 15A or 25A Input Supply Rating.
- Page 34 BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL DEVICE SELECTION BUTTON Press button to select device connected. POWER SOURCE INDICATOR When illuminated the Power Source has been selected. SPOOL GUN INDICATOR When illuminated the Spool Gun has been selected. Refer to Sections 5.12 and 5.13 for Spool Gun Setup PUSH PULL GUN INDICATOR When illuminated the Push Pull Gun has been selected.
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Page 35: Mig (Gmaw/Fcaw) Welding
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 SECTION 5: MIG (GMAW/FCAW) WELDING 5.01 SHIELDING GAS REGULATOR/FLOWMETER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS SHIELDING GAS CONNECTION Gas Inlet Fitting Argon Regulator/Flowmeter Quick Connect WARNING Fitting This equipment is designed for use with welding grade (Inert) shielding gases only. Shielding A Preset Argon Regulator/Flowmeter and Gas Hose Kit comes Gas Cylinder... -
Page 36: Installation
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL SPECIFIC PROCEDURES for the use of regulators/flowmeters INSTALLATION are listed below. Remove cylinder valve plastic dust seal. Clean the cylinder NEVER subject the Regulator/Flowmeter to an inlet valve outlet of impurities that may clog orifices and pressure greater than its rated inlet pressure. - Page 37 OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 SHUTDOWN CAUTION DO NOT purge oxidising or flammable gases in the Close cylinder valve whenever the Regulator/Flowmeter presence of flame, lit cigarettes, or other sources is not in use. To shut down for extended periods (more than of ignition or in a confined space.
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Page 38: Attaching The Mig Gun (Euro)
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL 5.02 ATTACHING THE MIG GUN (EURO) 5.03 INSTALLING HANDISPOOL (200mm DIAMETER) Fit the MIG Gun to the power source by pushing the MIG Gun connector into the MIG Gun adaptor and screwing the plastic In order to fit a Handi Spool of 200mm diameter the nut clockwise to secure the MIG Gun to the MIG Gun adaptor as supplied 200mm Spool Adaptor is to be used. -
Page 39: Changing Inlet Guide For Aluminium And Other Soft Wires
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 5.05 CHANGING INLET GUIDE FOR ALUMINIUM AND OTHER SOFT WIRES The Optional PulseMate Kit (P/N: W4200PM1) contains a Nylon Inlet Guide. It is recommended to use this with Aluminium and soft wires. Before changing the Inlet Guide ensure wire is removed from the MIG Gun and Wire Drive system. Loosen Inlet Guide retaining screw as shown. -
Page 40: Inserting Wire Into The Wire Feed Mechanism
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL 5.07 INSERTING WIRE INTO THE WIRE FEED MECHANISM Release the tension from the pressure roller by turning the WARNING adjustable wire drive tension screw in an anticlockwise direction. Then to release the pressure roller arm, pull the Keep hands clear of the contact tip holder while wire drive tension screw outward to release the pressure roller feeding wire through to the gun. -
Page 41: Feed Roll Pressure Adjustment
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 5.08 FEED ROLL PRESSURE ADJUSTMENT 5.09 CHANGING THE FEED ROLL The pressure (top) roller applies pressure to the grooved feed To change the feed roll, release the Wire Drive Tension Screw roll via an adjustable pressure screw. These devices should be and lift the Pressure Roller Arm (top roller) up and out of the adjusted to a minimum pressure that will provide satisfactory way. -
Page 42: Setup For Mig (Gmaw) Welding With Gas
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL 5.10 SETUP FOR MIG (GMAW) WELDING WITH GAS SHIELDED MIG WIRE Ensure that the Power Source On/Off switch located on the Connect the work lead to the negative welding terminal rear of the Power Source is in the Off position. (-). -
Page 43: Setup For Mig (Fcaw) Welding With
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 5.11 SETUP FOR MIG (FCAW) WELDING WITH GASLESS MIG WIRE Ensure that the Power Source On/Off switch located on the Feed wire through the wire drive mechanism. Refer to rear of the Power Source is in the Off position. section 5.07. -
Page 44: Setup With Spool Gun For Gas
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL 5.12 SETUP WITH SPOOL GUN FOR GAS SHIELDED MIG WIRE Ensure that the Power Source On/Off switch located on the Connect the work lead to the negative welding terminal rear of the Power Source is in the Off position. (-). -
Page 45: Setup With Spool Gun For
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 5.13 SETUP WITH SPOOL GUN FOR GASLESS MIG WIRE Ensure that the Power Source On/Off switch located on the Select Spool Gun Mode. Refer to Section 4.02 (D). rear of the Power Source is in the Off position. Feed wire through the wire drive mechanism in Fit the Euro Spool Gun to the Power Source using the the Spool Gun. -
Page 46: Setup With Push Pull Gun For Gas
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL 5.14 SETUP WITH PUSH PULL GUN FOR GAS SHIELDED MIG WIRE Ensure that the Power Source On/Off switch located on the Feed the MIG wire through the wire drive mechanism in the rear of the Power Source is in the Off position. Power Source and Push-Pull Gun. -
Page 47: Mig Quickset Mode
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 5.15 MIG QUICKSET MODE DEVICE SELECTION BUTTON QUICKSET PLATE THICKNESS INDICATOR Select Power Source. When illuminated the Material Plate Thickness is able to be PROCESS SELECTION BUTTON selected. Plate Thicknesses are shown on the Digital Display. Use the Left Control Knob to select and adjust. SELECT MIG QUICKSET MODE Available Plate Thicknesses will be determined by the MIG QuickSet Plate Thickness, Wire Diameters or Gases available... - Page 48 BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL MATERIAL TYPE INDICATOR When illuminated the type of Welding Material is able to be selected. Material Types are displayed across both Digital Displays. QuickSet Programme Table below. QUICKSET PROGRAMME TABLE 15A INPUT 25A INPUT SUPPLY RATING SUPPLY RATING (MTL) (GAS)
- Page 49 OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 WIRE FEED SPEED TRIGGER MODE If the Welding Current is found to be too High or too Low for SELECT TRIGGER MODE BUTTON the application the Wire Feed Speed can be adjusted to the The trigger mode control is used to switch the functionality of desired value within a 10% range, based on the synergic the MIG Gun trigger between 2T (normal) and 4T (latch mode).
- Page 50 BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL MENU BUTTON PRESS THE MENU BUTTON TO ACCESS ADVANCED CRATER FILL (CRF) SETTINGS PRE GAS (PEG) The Crater Fill reduces the Welding Current (Wire Feed Shielding Gas flows for the time specified before an arc Speed and Voltage) at the end of the weld over a period of is initiated time (user adjustable) to fill and finish the end of the weld eliminating craters from the weld.
- Page 51 OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 CRATER FILL TIME (CFT) RUN IN (RIN) Crater Fill Time is the time in seconds that the Crater Fill Press the Menu Button then the Forward and Back Menu Arrow parameters ramp down to achieve Crater Fill finish at the Buttons to cycle through the Advanced Settings until reaching end of the weld.
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Page 52: Mig Manual Mode
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL 5.16 MIG MANUAL MODE DEVICE SELECTION BUTTON LEFT CONTROL KNOB Select Power Source. Turn clockwise to increase or counterclockwise to decrease Wire Feed Speed (WFS) value. PROCESS SELECTION BUTTON Select MIG Manual Mode. CIGWELD.COM.AU... -
Page 53: Trigger Mode
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 MENU BUTTON RIGHT CONTROL KNOB PRESS THE MENU BUTTON TO ACCESS ADVANCED SETTINGS Press the Menu Button then the Forward and Back Menu Arrow PRESS TO STEP THROUGH SELECTIONS AND SELECT Buttons to cycle through the Advanced Settings. Use the Right OPTIONS IN MIG MANUAL MODE Control Knob to set values. - Page 54 BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL CRATER FILL (CRF) Factory setting for Crater Fill Time is 0.5 seconds. The Crater Fill reduces the Welding Current (Wire Feed Speed Once set exit Advanced Settings by pressing the Menu Button and Voltage) at the end of the weld over a period of time and the Menu indicator will turn off.
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Page 55: Quickset Mig And Manual Mig Modes
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 5.18 CONNECTIONS FOR SOLID MIG WIRES SPOT WELDING MODE (SPT) WITH SHIELDING GAS AND GASLESS Spot welding is used to weld two thin plates together at a FLUX CORED WIRES desired location by melting the top and bottom plates together to form a nugget between them. -
Page 56: Optional Add-On Devices
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL MANUAL SETTINGS IN MIG (VOLTAGE & WIRE FEED SPEED) Power source setting requires some practice by the operator, a poor weld due to lack of fusion. If, however, the welding (however with the QuickSet feature of the BLUEVENOM XF252, voltage is too high, large drops will form on the end of the wire, setting up the correct parameters is a very simple procedure - causing spatter. -
Page 57: Cigweld Mig Wire Selection Chart
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 5.20 CIGWELD MIG WIRE SELECTION CHART CLASS. AUS/ NZ STD CLASS. (NEW) AWS STD DESCRIPTION (mm) PACK P/N: APPLICATION General purpose solid welding wire suitable for the all WELDSKILL positional Gas Metal Arc Welding (GWAW) of mild and low SOLID WELDING Handispool 5kg WS5006 alloy steels, used in general fabrication and for welding of... - Page 58 BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL CLASS. AUS/ NZ STD CLASS. (NEW) AWS STD DESCRIPTION (mm) PACK P/N: APPLICATION Autocraft 309LSi is a premium quality, low carbon 24% Cr/13% Ni stainless steel wire for the Gas Metal Arc Spool 15kg 721276 Welding (GMAW) of matching 309L type stainless steel. Autocraft 309LSi is also suitable for a wide range of AUTOCRAFT other welding applications including: The dissimilar...
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Page 59: Mig (Gmaw/Fcaw) Welding Troubleshooting
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 5.21 MIG (GMAW/FCAW) WELDING TROUBLESHOOTING SOLVING PROBLEMS BEYOND THE WELDING TERMINALS The general approach to fix Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) problems is to start at the wire spool then work through to the MIG Gun. There are two main areas where problems occur with GMAW, Porosity and Inconsistent wire feed. - Page 60 BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL SOLVING PROBLEMS BEYOND THE WELDING TERMINALS - INCONSISTENT WIRE FEED Wire feeding problems can be reduced by checking the following points FAULT CAUSE 1 Feed roll driven by motor in the wire- A Spool Hub Brake is too tight. (Refer 5.06). feed compartment slipping.
- Page 61 OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 BASIC MIG (GMAW) WELDING TROUBLESHOOTING FAULT CAUSE REMEDY 1 Undercut A Welding arc voltage too high A Decrease voltage or increase the Wire Feed Speed. B Incorrect gun angle B Adjust angle. C Excessive heat input C Increase the gun travel speed and/or decrease welding current by decreasing the voltage or decreasing the Wire Feed Speed.
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Page 62: Mig (Gmaw) Welding Problems
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL 5.22 MIG (GMAW) WELDING PROBLEMS PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY 1 Mains Supply Voltage is On, the A Power source is not in the correct A Set the power source to MIG mode. On/Off switch on the rear panel is mode of operation. - Page 63 OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY 5 Welding wire continues to feed A MIG Gun Trigger in 4T Mode A Change MIG Gun Trigger Mode to 2T. when MIG Gun trigger is released. B MIG Gun trigger leads shorted, or B Repair or replace MIG Gun trigger faulty MIG Gun Trigger.
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Page 64: Tig (Gtaw) Welding
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL SECTION 6: TIG (GTAW) WELDING 6.01 TIG DC-LIFT MODE AND SETUP Connect the TIG Torch to the negative welding terminal (-). Fit the welding grade shielding Gas Regulator/Flowmeter Welding current flows from the power source via DINSE to the shielding gas cylinder (refer to Section 6.02) terminals. - Page 65 OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 CAUTION Loose welding terminal connections can cause overheating and result in the male plug being fused in the terminal. Remove any packaging material prior to use. Do not block the air vents at the front or rear of the Welding Power Source. TRIGGER MODE DEVICE SELECTION BUTTON Select Power Source.
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Page 66: Shielding Gas Regulator/Flowmeter
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL 6.02 SHIELDING GAS REGULATOR/FLOWMETER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Gas flow rate from the Regulator is based on the Gas Nozzle WARNING Inside Diameter (ID). The rule is 1/LPM flow based on ID Size of This equipment is designed for use with welding the Nozzle, e.g. - Page 67 OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 SHIELDING GAS REGULATOR/ USER RESPONSIBILITIES FLOWMETER SAFETY This equipment will perform safely and reliably only when installed, operated and maintained, and repaired in This Regulator/Flowmeter is designed to reduce and control accordance with the instructions provided. Equipment must high pressure gas from a cylinder to the working pressure be checked periodically and repaired, replaced, or reset required for the equipment using it.
- Page 68 BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL Connect the Regulator/Flowmeter inlet connection NOTE to cylinder or pipeline and tighten it firmly but not It may be necessary to re-check the shielding Gas excessively, with a suitable spanner. Regulator/Flowmeter flow rate following the first weld sequence due to back pressure present within Connect and tighten the outlet hose firmly and attach the shielding gas hose assembly...
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Page 69: Tig Tungsten Electrodes And Filler Rods
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 CAUTION Loose welding terminal connections can cause overheating and result in the male plug being fused in the terminal. Remove any packaging material prior to use. Do not block the air vents at the front or rear of the Welding Power Source. 6.03 TIG TUNGSTEN ELECTRODES AND FILLER RODS GUIDE FOR SELECTING FILLER WIRE DIAMETER ELECTRODE DIAMETER... -
Page 70: Tungsten Electrode Types
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL TUNGSTEN ELECTRODE TYPES ELECTRODE TYPE WELDING FEATURES COLOUR CODE (GROUND FINISH) APPLICATION 3T Rare Earth Suitable for Purple Excellent ignition characteristics and consistent welding properties. AC and DC TIG Long service life compared to Thoriated Electrodes. welding Non Radioactive to improve health and safety for operator and environment. - Page 71 OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 BLUEVENOM XF252 TIG WELDING FILLER RODS SELECTION CHART CLASS. AUS/ CLASS. DESCRIPTION PACK P/N: APPLICATION NZ STD AWS STD (mm) (NEW) "Comweld CrMo2 is a copper coated steel TIG welding rod alloyed with nominally 2.5% Chromium (Cr) and 1.0% Molybdenum (Mo).It is recoended for the TIG welding of 2 1/4Cr - 1 Mo and CrMo-V steel pipes, plates and castings used at elevated service Comweld...
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Page 72: Tig (Gtaw) Welding Problems
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL 6.04 TIG (GTAW) WELDING PROBLEMS PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Mains Supply Voltage is On, the On/Off A Power source is not in the correct A Set the power source to TIG DC-Lift switch on the rear panel is in the On mode of operation. - Page 73 OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY 8 Tungsten Electrode melts or A Torch lead connected to positive A Connect torch lead to negative oxidises when an arc is struck welding terminal. welding terminal. or porosity in the weld. B No gas flowing to welding region.
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Page 74: Stick (Mmaw) Welding
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL SECTION 7: STICK (MMAW) WELDING 7.01 SETUP FOR STICK (MMAW) WELDING Ensure that the Power Source On/Off switch located on the Connect the work lead to the negative welding terminal (-). rear of the Power Source is in the Off position. If in doubt, consult the electrode manufacturer. - Page 75 OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 LEFT CONTROL KNOB DEVICE SELECTION BUTTON USE THIS TO SET THE AMPS VALUE Select Power Source. Turn Left Control Knob clockwise to increase or PROCESS SELECTION BUTTON counterclockwise to decrease AMPS value. Select MMA-Stick Mode. AMPS In MMA-Stick Mode the pre-set (preview) Welding AMPS are able VRD ON/OFF INDICATORS to be set.
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Page 76: Arc Welding Electrodes
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL 7.02 ARC WELDING ELECTRODES HOT START (HOT) This feature operates in MMA-STICK mode. Manual Metal Arc Welding (MMAW) electrodes consist of a core wire surrounded by a flux coating. The flux coating is applied • Press the Menu Button then the Forward and Back Menu to the core wire by an extrusion process. - Page 77 OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 CIGWELD ELECTRODE SELECTION CHART CLASS. AUS/ NZ STD CLASS. DESCRIPTION (NEW) AWS STD (mm) PACK P/N: APPLICATION 2.5kg Pack 612182 A high performance General Purpose (GP) welding electrode suitable for all positional welding, except Satincraft 13 B E4313 A E6013 2.5kg Pack...
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Page 78: Size Of Electrode
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL CIGWELD ELECTRODE SELECTION CHART CLASS. AUS/ NZ STD CLASS. DESCRIPTION (NEW) AWS STD (mm) PACK P/N: APPLICATION WELDSKILL 316L stainless steel electrode has been formulated for the all positional (except verticaldown) 1.0Kg Pack WES316120 fillet and butt welding of stainless steels. 316L WELDSKILL produces low spatter levels with a smoothrunning 316L... -
Page 79: Stick (Mmaw) Welding Problems
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 7.07 STICK (MMAW) WELDING PROBLEMS PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE REMEDY Mains Supply Voltage is On, the On/Off A Power source is not in the correct A Set the power source to MMA-Stick switch on the rear panel is in the On mode of operation. -
Page 80: Routine Service Requirements And Power Source Problems
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL SECTION 8: ROUTINE SERVICE REQUIREMENTS AND POWER SOURCE PROBLEMS 8.01 ROUTINE MAINTENANCE 8.02 CLEANING THE WELDING & INSPECTION POWER SOURCE To clean the Welding Power Source, open the enclosure ELECTRICAL WARNING and use a vacuum cleaner to remove any accumulated dirt, There are extremely dangerous voltage and power metal filings, slag and loose material. -
Page 81: Basic Troubleshooting
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 8.04 BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING ELECTRICAL WARNING There are extremely dangerous voltage and power levels present inside this product. Do not attempt to open or repair unless you are a qualified electrical tradesperson and you have had training in power measurements and troubleshooting techniques. -
Page 82: Bluevenom Xf252 Error Codes
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL 8.06 BLUEVENOM XF252 ERROR CODES ERROR CODE CAUSE REMEDY Over A Duty cycle of the Power Source has been exceeded. OVER TEMPERATURE Temperature Leave the power source switched ON with the fan running and allow it to cool. B Check front and rear Panel Air Louvers are clean and not blocked by any dirt or obstacles. - Page 83 OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 ERROR CODE CAUSE REMEDY Output Over B If Error Code is still present on the Display contact an Current Accredited CIGWELD Service Provider. Output Short A Depending on the Welding Mode selected check that OUTPUT SHORT CIRCUIT Circuit output is not short circuited.eg.
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Page 84: Key Spare Parts
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL SECTION 9: KEY SPARE PARTS 9.01 BLUEVENOM XF252 KEY SPARE PARTS Figure 9-1: BLUEVENOM XF252 Key Spare Parts BLUEVENOM XF252 POWER SOURCE KEY SPARE PARTS ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTION W7007470 PCB Display W7007491 MIG Gun Holder W7007471 Door Latch W7007511... -
Page 85: Mig Gun Bz36 Euro 3M Spare Parts
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 9.02 MIG GUN BZ36 EURO 4m SPARE PARTS Figure 9-2: MIG GUN BZ36 Euro 4m Spare Parts MIG GUN BZ36 EURO 4m SPARE PARTS ITEM P/N DESCRIPTION ITEM P/N DESCRIPTION NOZZLES DIFFUSERS BZN3612 Nozzle Tapered, 12mm, Pack of 2 BZD36C Diffuser Ceramic, Pack of 2 BZN3616... -
Page 86: Appendix 1
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL APPENDIX 1: BLUEVENOM XF252 CIRCUIT DIAGRAM Figure 9-3 BLUEVENOM XF252 Circuit Diagram CIGWELD.COM.AU... -
Page 87: Notes
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 NOTES: CIGWELD.COM.AU... - Page 88 BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL NOTES: CIGWELD.COM.AU...
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Page 90: Cigweld - Limited Warranty Terms
BLUEVENOM XF252 OPERATING MANUAL LIMITED WARRANTY TERMS LIMITED WARRANTY: CIGWELD Pty Ltd, An ESAB Brand, The warranty is effective for the time stated below beginning hereafter, “CIGWELD” warrants to customers of its authorized on the date that the authorized distributor delivers the distributors hereafter “Purchaser”... -
Page 91: Warranty Schedule - Bluevenom Xf252 Inverter
OPERATING MANUAL BLUEVENOM XF252 WARRANTY SCHEDULE – CIGWELD LIMITED WARRANTY BLUEVENOM XF252 INVERTER DOES NOT APPLY TO; Obsolete goods sold at auction, second-hand goods and • WARRANTY WARRANTY prototype goods. PERIOD • Consumable Parts for MIG, Plasma welding, Plasma cutting (PARTS AND and Oxy fuel torches, O-rings, fuses, filters or other parts LABOUR) - Page 92 71 Gower Street, Preston VIC 3072 Australia CUSTOMER CARE: Tel: 1300 654 674 | Intl Tel: +61 9474 7400 In the interest of continuous improvements, CIGWELD Pty Ltd ABN 56 007 226 815 (An ESAB Brand) reserves Email: enquiries@cigweld.com.au the right to change specifications or design on any of its products without prior notice.
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