INDEX 1. WARNING............................48 1.1 Work environment ................................48 1.2 User’s and other persons’ protection........................48 1.3 Protection against fumes and gases ........................49 1.4 Fire/explosion prevention ............................49 1.5 Prevention when using gas cylinders ........................50 1.6 Protection from electrical shock..........................50 .......................50 1.8 IP Protection rating ................................51 1.9 Disposal.....................................51 2.
WARNING 1. WARNING Before performing any operation on the machine, make sure that you have thoroughly read and understood the contents of this booklet. Do not perform modifications or maintenance operations which are not prescribed. Do consult qualified personnel for any doubt or problem concerning the use of the machine, even if not described herein. Do not perform modifications or maintenance operations which are not prescribed.
WARNING Always keep the side covers closed while welding. The system must not be modified in any way. Avoid your hands, dangerous and releases the manufacturer from any responsibility in respect of damages to either people or property. 1.3 Protection against fumes and gases •...
WARNING 1.5 Prevention when using gas cylinders • • • • • • • • • 1.6 Protection from electrical shock • • • • • 1.7 Electromagnetic fields and interferences • • 1.7.1 EMC classification in accordance with: EN 60974-10/A1:2015. Class A equipment is not intended for use in residential locations where the electrical power is provided by the public low-voltage supply system.
WARNING 1.7.2 Installation, use and area examination The user must be an expert in the activity and as such is responsible for installation and use of the equipment according to the manufacturer's instructions. lf any electromagnetic interference is noticed, the user must solve the problem, if necessary with the manufacturer's technical assistance.
INSTALLATION 2. INSTALLATION 2.1 Lifting, transport & unloading • 2.2 Positioning of the equipment Keep to the following rules: • • • • • 2.3 Connection The equipment is provided with a power supply cable for connection to the mains. The system can be powered by: •...
INSTALLATION 2.4 Installation 2.4.1 Connection for MMA welding Earth clamp connector Negative power socket (-) Electrode holder clamp connector Positive power socket (+) 2.4.2 Connection for TIG welding Power cable Negative power socket (-) Earth clamp connector Positive power socket (+) Torch socket...
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INSTALLATION Gas tube Rear gas connection 2.4.3 Connection for MIG/MAG welding Gas tube Gas union-connection Power cable Positive power socket (+) Earth clamp connector Negative power socket (-) MIG/MAG torch...
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INSTALLATION Motor compartment Ring nut Friction screw Rolls lever Welding polarity change Torch Power cable Negative power socket (-) Reverse polarity: Torch Power cable Positive power socket (+) Direct polarity:...
SYSTEM PRESENTATION 3. SYSTEM PRESENTATION 3.1 Rear panel Power supply cable Off/On switch 3.2 Sockets panel Permits connection of the MIG/MAG torch. Negative power socket (-) Process MMA Process TIG MIG/MAG Voltage change device connection MIG/MAG Positive power socket (+) Process MMA Process TIG MIG/MAG...
SYSTEM PRESENTATION 3.3 Front control panel Power supply LED General alarm LED Power on LED 7-segment display LCD display Main adjustment handle. Function keys...
EQUIPMENT USE Job key 4. EQUIPMENT USE 4.1 Starting Screen 4.2 Test screen Gas test Wire feed Gas test Wire speed 0.5 m/min 22.0 m/min 3.0 m/min Side panel open Heading 4.3 Main Screen...
EQUIPMENT USE Synergic curves screen Welding process selection second. MMA welding process Material type/Gas type synergy selection screen Material/gas selection • • Wire diameter Heading NO PROGRAM 4.4 MMA process main screen...
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EQUIPMENT USE Welding parameters Parameter icon Functions MMA welding process TIG DC Standard MIG/MAG MMA synergy Basic Cast irons Electrode diameter synergy 1.5 ÷ 6.0 mm VRD (Voltage Reduction Device)
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EQUIPMENT USE 4.5 TIG process main screen Welding parameters Parameter icon Functions MMA welding process TIG DC Standard MIG/MAG Welding methods Current pulsation...
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EQUIPMENT USE 4.6 MIG/MAG process main screen Welding parameters Functions MMA welding process Standard MIG/MAG TIG DC Welding methods...
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EQUIPMENT USE Voltage - Arc length Inductance...
EQUIPMENT USE Synergic curves screen Material type/Gas type synergy selection screen Welding methods Material/gas selection • • Wire diameter Heading NO PROGRAM 4.7 Programs screen Programs (JOB) See the "Main screen" section...
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EQUIPMENT USE Program storage Memory empty Program stored Program retrieval...
SETUP Program cancellation 5. SETUP 5.1 Parameter set up and setting Entry to set up Selection and adjustment of the required parameter Exit from set up...
SETUP 5.1.1 List of set up parameters (MMA) Save and Exit Reset Hot start Basic electrode Cellulosic electrode 0/off 0/off CrNi electrode Aluminum electrode 0/off 0/off Cast Iron electrode Rutile electrode 0/off 0/off Welding current 100 A Arc force Basic electrode Cellulosic electrode 0/off 0/off...
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SETUP Arc detachment voltage Never set an arc detachment voltage higher than the no-load voltage of the power source. Basic electrode Cellulosic electrode 0/off 99.9 V 57.0 V 0/off 99.9 V 70.0 V USER User SERV Lock/unlock Buzzer tone 0/off Current reading Voltage reading 5.1.2 List of set up parameters (TIG)
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SETUP Initial current Initial current time 0/off 99.9 s 0/off Slope-up 0/off 99.9 s 0/off Welding current 100 A Bilevel current Basic current Pulsed frequency Pulsed duty cycle Fast Pulse frequency...
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SETUP Pulsed slopes 0/off 0/off Slope-down 0/off 99.9 s 0/off Final current 10 A Final current time 0/off 99.9 s 0/off Post-gas 0.0 s 99.9 s Spot welding 0/off 99.9 s 0/off Restart 0/off 1/on 2/of1 Easy joining 0.1 s 25.0 s 0/off Microtime spot welding...
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SETUP USER User SERV Lock/unlock Buzzer tone 0/off Current reading Voltage reading 5.1.3 List of set up parameters (MIG/MAG) Save and Exit Reset Welding programs Wire speed 0.5 m/min 22.0 m/min Current...
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SETUP Workpiece thickness Corner bead "a" Voltage - Arc length Synergic mode Manual mode 5.0 V 55.5 V 5.0 V Pre-gas 0/off 99.9 s 0.1 s Motor slope 0/off 1.0 s 0/off Burn back Post-gas 0/off 99.9 s 2.0 s Initial increment...
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SETUP Crater filler Initial increment time 0.1 s 99.9 s 0/off Crater filler time 0.1 s 99.9 s 0/off Spot welding 0.1 s 99.9 s 0/off Pause point another. 0.1 s 99.9 s 0/off Initial increase slope 10 s 0/off Crater filler slope 10 s 0/off...
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SETUP USER User SERV Lock/unlock Buzzer tone 0/off Current reading Voltage reading Wire speed reading Current reading (motor 1) 5.2 Specific procedures parameters 5.2.1 7 segment display personalisation vaBW...
MAINTENANCE 5.2.2 Lock/unlock (Set up 551) Parameter selection Control panel functions 6. MAINTENANCE Routine maintenance must be carried out on the system according to the manufacturer's instructions. When the equipment is working, all the access and operating doors and covers must be closed and locked. The system must not be modified in any way.
ALARM CODES 6.1.2 For the maintenance or replacement of torch components, electrode holders and/or earth cables: 6.2 Responsibility Failure to carry out the above maintenance will invalidate all warranties and exempt the manufacturer from any liability. The manufacturer disclaims any responsibility if the user fails to follow these instructions. For any doubts and/or problems do not hesitate to contact your nearest customer service centre.
TROUBLESHOOTING 8. TROUBLESHOOTING The system fails to come on (green LED off) Cause Solution » No mains voltage at the socket. » Check and repair the electrical system as needed. » Use qualified personnel only. » Faulty plug or cable. »...
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TROUBLESHOOTING » No power supply to the wire feeder. » Check the connection to the power source. » Read the paragraph "Connections ". » Contact the nearest service centre to have the system repaired. » Tangled wire on the spool. »...
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TROUBLESHOOTING » Incorrect edge preparation. » Increase the chamfering. » Incorrect welding mode. » Decrease the distance between the electrode and the piece. » Move regularly during all the welding operations. Tungsten inclusions Cause Solution » Incorrect welding parameters. » Decrease the welding current. »...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS » Humidity in the welding gas. » Always use quality materials and products. » Ensure the gas supply system is always in perfect condition. » Insufficient shielding gas. » Adjust the air flow. » Check that the diffuser and the gas nozzle of the torch are in good condition.
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Carrying out the welding centre. Removing the slag 9.2 TIG welding (continuos arc) Description Welding polarity D.C.S.P. (Direct Current Straight Polarity) D.C.R.P. (Direct Current Reverse Polarity) D.C.S.P.-Pulsed (Direct Current Straight Polarity Pulsed)
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Characteristics of TIG welds Preparing the edges Choosing and preparing the electrode Current range Electrode (DC-) (DC+) (AC) Ø Filler metal Shielding gas Current range (DC-) (DC+) (AC) Nozzle Flow...
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 9.3 Continuous wire welding (MIG/MAG) Introduction MIG manual welding system 1. Torch Methods SHORT cycle and SPRAY ARC welding I (A) t (ms) V (V) t (ms) Welding parameters • •...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS V (V) I (A) (m/min) I (A) characteristic. diameter. Selection guide of welding parameters with reference to the most typical applications and most commonly used wires. 16V - 22V 60 - 160 A 100 - 175 A 120 - 180 A 150 - 200 A Low penetration for thin Good penetration and...
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Gases - Carbon dioxide (CO ) - Argon - Helium - Argon-Helium mixture - Argon-CO and Argon-CO -Oxygen mixture Unalloyed steel / High alloyed steel Aluminum alloy Current range Gas flow Current range Gas flow...
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