BORMANN PRO BIW Series Electric Welding Inverter User Manual

BORMANN PRO BIW Series Electric Welding Inverter

LIST OF MAIN PARTS

1. Carry handle
2. LCD display
3. Current adjuster
4. Positive output
5. Negative output

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

Technical Data

• The manufacturer reserves the right to make minor changes to product design and technical specifications without prior notice unless these changes significantly affect the performance and safety of the products. The parts described / illustrated in the pages of the manual that you hold in your hands may also concern other models of the manufacturer’s product line with similar features and may not be included in the product you just acquired.
• To ensure the safety and reliability of the product and the warranty validity, all repair, inspection, repair or replacement work, including maintenance and special adjustments, must only be carried out by technicians of the authorized service department of the manufacturer.
• Always use the product with the supplied equipment. Operation of the product with non-provided equipment may cause malfunctions or even serious injury or death. The manufacturer and the importer shall not be liable for injuries and damages resulting from the use of non-conforming equipment.

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

Warning: Read the manual carefully before use. Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in tool damage, physical injury and/or damage to property. Store the manual in a safe place for future reference.

Electrical safety

• Set the earth fitting according to the applied standard.
• It is dangerous to touch the electrical components and electrode with naked skin.
• Wear approved gloves and clothing.
• Make sure you are well insulated from the ground.
• Make sure you are in a safe and secure position.

Gas may be harmful to health

• Do not inhale the gas.
• When arc welding, an air extractor should be used to prevent the inhaling of gas.

Arc radiation: Harmful to eyes and can burn skin

• Use suitable helmet and wear protective garments to protect eye and body.
• Use suitable protective equipment or curtain to protect any on-lookers and warn all onlookers about the possible risk to their eyes.

Fire

• Welding sparks may cause fire, make sure the welding area is fire safe.

Noise: Prolonged exposure to high noise levels causes hearing damage

• Wear hearing protection or use others means to protect your hearing.
• Warn others in the vicinity that noise may be harmful to their hearing.

Malfunction: Seek professional assistance

• If troubles arise during installation and operation, contact the supplier for assistance.
• If you fail to fully understand this manual, contact the supplier for assistance.

Caution: An additional isolator switch is recommended when using the machine.

NOTES AND PREVENTIVE MEASURES

Environment

• The machine can perform in environments where conditions are dry with a maximum humidity level of 90%.
• Ambient temperature is between 10 degrees to 40 degrees centigrade.
• Avoid welding in bright sunshine or wet conditions.
• Do not use the machine in an environment where there is conductive dust or corrosive gas.
• Avoid gas welding in an environment with strong air flow.

Health and safety

• The welding machine is equipped with a circuit that is protected from overvoltage, overcurrent and overheat.
• In case the voltage, output current and temperature of the machine exceed the rated standard, the welding machine will stop working automatically. Since that will cause damage to the welding machine, the user must pay attention to the following.

1. The working area must be adequately ventilated
   • The welding machine generates high currents during operation, and natural wind will not satisfy the unit’s cooling demands.
   • It may be necessary to cool the machine with an additional fan.
   • Make sure that the intake is not blocked or covered.

2. Do not overload the machine
   • The operator should remember to closely observe the maximum duty current.
   • Continuous welding current is not to exceed the maximum duty cycle current.
   • Overload current will damage the machine.

3. Protect the machine from overvoltage
   • Power voltage can be found in the technical data.
   • Automatic compensation circuit of voltage will ensure that the welding current is kept within the allowable range.
   • If the power voltage exceeds the rated voltage of the machine, the components of the unit will be damaged.
   • The grounding connector at the rear of the machine should be grounded via a suitable cable in order to prevent static electricity.
   • If welding time exceeds the maximum duty cycle and the machine overheats, the welding machine will stop working and the indicator light will turn red.
   Do not unplug the machine as the fan will assist in cooling the machine. When the indicator light turns off, and the temperature goes down to the standard range, the machine will be ready for use again.

INSTALLATION

Pre-installation checks

• The welding equipment is equipped with a power voltage compensation set. When the power voltage changes between ±15% of rated voltage, it still works normally.
• When using a long cable, make sure it has a big section in order to minimize voltage reduction. If the cable is too long, it will affect arcing performance and other system functions, so make sure to use the suggested cable length.
• Make sure the intake of the machine is not covered or blocked to prevent the malfunction of the cooling system.
• Use an earth cable with a section no less than 6 mm2 to connect the housing and earth. Connect the back of the machine to the earth set, or make sure that the earth end of the power switch reaches the earth. Both ways can be used for better security.

Installation steps

1. Ensure that the cable, holder and fastening plug have been connected to ground. Insert the fastening plug into the “-” polarity socket and fasten it clockwise.
2. Attach cable to “+” polarity on the front panel, fasten it clockwise, this cable then clamps to the workpiece.
3. Be aware of the connecting polarity correctly. This machine has two connections: a positive and a negative connection.
   – Positive connection: holder connects with “-” polarity, while workpiece is connected to “+” polarity.
   – Negative connection: workpiece to “-” polarity, holder to “+” polarity.
   • Choose the suitable connection for the task at hand. If the connection is unsuitable it will cause unstable arc, more spatters and conglutination. If such issues occur, change the polarity.
   • Ensure that the power supply is of the correct voltage for this machine.

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

1. Switch on the device. The screen will display the current and the ventilator will commence operation.
2. Adjust the welding current and arc-strike according to requirements.

WELDING TIPS

• Fittings, welding materials, environmental factors and supply voltage may affect the welding quality. It is important to maintain a good welding environment.

1. Arcing-striking is difficult and easy to pause
   • Ensure that the electrode is of good quality and not damaged.
   • If the electrode is not dry, it will cause unstable arc with reduced weld quality.
   • If a long extension cable is used, the output voltage and weld quality will be reduced.

2. Output current does not reach rated value
   • When supplied voltage is lower than the rated, the maximum output current will be lower than the rated.

3. Current is not stabilizing during operation
   • The voltage rating of the electric input cable is insufficient.
   • There is harmful interference from electric wires or other equipment in close proximity

4. Too much spatter
   • The current is too high and/or rod’s diameter is too small.
   • Output terminal polarity connection is incorrect. Switch polarity. The rod holder should be connected to negative polarity and the workpiece should be connected to positive polarity.

MAINTENANCE

Warning: Before any maintenance work on the device, power must be turned off and the power plug must be removed from the socket.

• Remove dust with dry and clean compressed air regularly. Pressure of compressed air must not be too high so as to not damage components.
• Check the internal circuit of the machine regularly and ensure that the cables are well connected and all connectors are connected tightly (especially insert connectors and components).
• Avoid water and steam entering the machine. If the unit comes into contact with water, do not use it.
• If the welding machine is not to be operated for a long period, it must be stored in a dry, clean place.

ENVIRONMENTAL DISPOSAL

In order to avoid damages on transportation, the tool has to be delivered in solid packaging. Packaging as well as the unit and accessories are made of
recyclable materials and can be disposed accordingly. The tool’s plastics components are marked according to their material, which makes it possible to remove environmental friendly and differentiated because of available collection facilities.

Only for EU countries

Do not dispose of electric tools together with household waste material!

In observance of European Directive 2002/96/EC on waste electrical and electronic equipment and its implementation in accordance with national law, electric tools that have reached the end of their life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally compatible recycling facility.

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The power tools have been manufactured according to strict standards, set by our company, which are aligned with the respective European quality standards. The power tools of our company are provided with a warranty period of 24 months for non-professional use, 12 months for professional use and 24 months for chargers and batteries. The warranty is valid from the date of purchase of the product. Proof of the warranty right is the purchase document of the tool (retail receipt or invoice). Under no circumstances shall the company cover the relevant cost of spare parts and respective required working hours unless a copy of the purchase document is presented. In case the repair has to be done by our service department the cost of transportation (to and from) is entirely borne by the sender (client). The tools must be sent for repair to the company or to an authorized workshop in the department the cost of transportation (to and from) is entirely borne by the sender (client). The tools must be sent for repair to the company or to an authorized workshop in the appropriate way and means of transport.

WARRANTY EXEMPTIONS AND RESTRICTIONS:

1. Spare parts that wear out naturally as a consequence of being used (brushes, cables, switches, chargers, chokes etc.).
2. Tools damaged as a result of non-compliance with the instructions of the manufacturer.
3. Tools poorly maintained.
4. Use of improper lubricants or accessories.
5. Tools given to third entities free of charge.
6. Damage due to an electrical connection at a voltage other than that indicated on the appliance plate.
7. Connection to a non-earthed power supply.
8. Change in current voltage.
9. Damage resulting from the use of salty water (e.g., washing machines, pumps).
10. Damage or malfunction resulting from improper cleaning procedure of the tool.
11. Contact of the tool with chemicals, or damage as a result of moisture or corrosion.
12. Tools that have been modified or opened by unauthorized personnel.
13. Tools used for rent.

The warranty covers only the free of charge replacement of the component that presents a manufacturing defect or material failure. In case of lack of a specific spare part the company reserves the right to replace the tool with another corresponding model. After all warranty procedures have been concluded, the warranty period of the tool shall not be extended or renewed. Replacement of a spare part with repair charge is covered by a 1 year warranty of good operation, subject to compliance with the warranty terms. The spare parts or tools that are replaced remain in the possession of our company. Requirements, other than those mentioned in this warranty form, regarding power tools repair or damage thereof, do not apply. Greek law and relative regulations apply to this warranty.

WARRANTY

This power tool is a quality product. It was designed in compliance with current technical standards and made carefully using normal, good quality materials. The warranty period is 24 months for non-professional use, 12 months for professional use and commences on the date of purchase, which can be verified by the receipt, invoice or delivery note. During this warranty period all functional errors, which, despite the careful treatment described in our operating manual, are verifiably due to material flaws, will be rectified by our after-sales service staff . The warranty takes the form that defective parts will be repaired or replaced with perfect parts free of charge at our discretion. Replaced parts will become our property. Repair work or the replacement of individual parts will not extend the warranty period nor will it result in a new warranty period being commenced for the appliance. No separate warranty period will commence for spare parts that may be ted. We cannot offer a warranty for damage and defects on appliances or their parts caused by the use of excessive force, improper treatment and servicing. This also applies for failures to comply with the operating manual and the installation or spare and accessory parts that are not included in our range of products. In the event of interference with of modifications to the appliance by unauthorized persons, the warranty will be rendered void. Damages that are attributable to improper handling, over loading, or natural wear and tear are excluded from the guarantee. Damages caused by the manufacturer or by a material defect will be corrected at no charge by repair or by providing spare parts. The prerequisite is that the equipment is handed over assembled, and complete with the proof of sale and guarantee. For a guarantee claim, only use the original packaging. That way, we can guarantee quick and smooth guarantee processing. Please send us the appliances post-paid or request a Freeway sticker. Unfortunately we will be unable to accept appliances that are not postpaid. The warranty does not cover parts that are subject to natural wear and tear. If you wish to make a warranty claim, report faults or order spare parts or accessories, please contact the after-sales center: Subject to change without prior notice.

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