INSTRUCTIONS
AND
PARTS MANUAL
GO-FER III-OX
GO-FER III-PL
GO-FER III-WD
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SAFETY
PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS FROM SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. BE SURE THAT ALL INSTALLATION, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ARE PERFORMED ONLY BY QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS.
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
1)The equipment is not waterproof.
Using the unit in a wet environment may result in serious injury. Do not touch equipment when wet or standing in a wet location.
2)The unused connectors have power on them. Always keep the unused connectors covered with the supplied protective panels. Operation of the machine without the protective panels may result in injury.
3)Never open the equipment without first unplugging the power cord or serious injury may result.
4)Verify the customer-supplied power connections are made in accordance with all applicable local and national electrical safety codes. If none exist, use International Electric Code (IEC)
950.
5)Never remove or bypass the equipment power cord ground. Verify the equipment is grounded in accordance with all applicable local and national electrical safety codes. If none exist, use International Electric
Code (IEC) 950.
READ INSTRUCTIONS.
Read the instruction manual before installing and using the equipment.
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
POSSIBLE.
1)Do not plug in the power cord with out first verifying the equipment is OFF and the cord input voltage is the same as required by the machine or serious damage may result.
2)Always verify both the pinion and wheels are fully engaged before applying power or equipment damage may occur.
3)Do not leave the equipment unattended.
4)Remove from the worksite and store in a safe location when not in use.
FALLING EQUIPMENT can cause serious personal injury and equipment damage.
Faulty or careless user installation is possible. As a result, never stand or walk underneath equipment.
MOVING PARTS can cause serious injury.
1)Never try to stop the pinion from moving except by removing power or by using the STOP control.
2)Do not remove any protective panels, covers or guards and operate equipment.
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HIGH FREQUENCY WARNINGS
SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS ARE REQUIRED WHEN USING PLASMA, TIG OR ANY WELDING PROCESS THAT USES HIGH FREQUENCY TO STRIKE AN ARC.
WARNING: HIGH FREQUENCY CAN EFFECT MACHINE
OPERATION AND THEREFORE, WELD QUALITY.
Read the precautions below before installing and using the equipment.
PRECAUTIONS:
1)Some plasma or welding cables are strong sources of high frequency interference. NEVER lay a plasma or welding cable across the controls of the machine.
2)Always physically separate the plasma or welding cable leads from the machine cables. For example, the plasma or welding cable leads should NEVER be bundled with a pendant cable or the machine power cord. Maximize the separation between any machine cables and the plasma or welding cables.
3)Strictly follow the grounding procedures specified for the plasma or welding unit. NOTE: Some plasma and welding units produce exceptionally large amounts of high frequency noise. They may require a grounding rod be driven into the earth within six feet (2 meters) of the plasma or welding unit to become compatible with an automatic cutting or welding process.
4)If the high frequency is produced using a spark gap, adjust the points so the gap is as small as possible. The larger the gap, the higher the voltage and the higher the interference.
5)Some plasma or welding units will inject high frequency interference into the AC power line. Use separate power line branches whenever possible to power the plasma or welding source and the machine. Do not plug them into the same outlet box.
6)High frequency noise may enter the machine through the plasma or welding supply remote contactor leads. Some plasma and welding sources can produce noise spikes of up to several thousand volts. These sources are not compatible with automated cutting and welding equipment. It is recommended that the remote contactor leads on these plasma or welding sources not be connected to the machine. An alternate solution is to purchase a separate remote contactor isolation box.
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GO-FER III
INSTRUCTION AND PARTS MANUAL
FOR ALL MODELS AND KITS
TABLE OF CONTENTS
PAGE
5.........Introduction / Features
6.........Operating Instructions / Setup
6.........GO-FER III-WD / Setup (Welding)
7.........GO-FER III-PL / Setup (Plasma)
7.........GO-FER III-OX / Setup (Oxy-fuel)
8.........GOF-3250-WD GO-FER III Welding Kit (120VAC/50-60Hz/1Ph) / Technical Data
9.........GOF-3250-PL GO-FER III Plasma Kit (120VAC/50-60Hz/1Ph) / Technical Data
10........GOF-3250-OX GO-FER III Oxy-Fuel Kit (120VAC/50-60Hz/1Ph) / Technical Data 11.........GO-FER III / Wiring Diagram / Electrical Component Chart
12........GOF-3240-WD / Exploded View 13........GOF-3240-WD / Parts List
14........GOF-3240-PL / Exploded View
15........GOF-3240-PL / Parts List 16........GOF-3240-OX / Exploded View 17........GOF-3240-OX / Parts List 18-20....Accessories
21........Troubleshooting Guide
22........Warranty
Patents Pending
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INTRODUCTION
The GO-FER III is a versatile tractor for use in cutting or welding applications. There are three models/ kits to choose from, each designated for the intended application; “OX” for Oxy-Fuel cutting, “PL” for Plasma cutting and “WD” for Welding applications. All models are all position machines, with positive rack and pinion drive. They feature a wide range solid state speed control.
The GO-FER III Welding Kit is an economical straight-line welding travel carriage. The all position fits-all clamp will accept and accommodate any hand held welding gun and allow the operator to position the torch at any angle they desire. The racking group allows for in process torch adjustment of the vertical and horizontal plane. A built in torch trigger contactor allows the operator to activate the wire feeder from a switch on the top of the unit.
The GO-FER III Plasma Kit is specifically designed to work in conjunction with a plasma cutting system. Its travel speed of 8-100 inches per minute (203-2540 mm/min) and its direct rack and pinion drive make it ideal as an all position portable cutting machine for a plasma torch. The torch holder will accept any standard 1-3/8" (35 mm) diameter machine torch that has a 32 pitch gear rack. A built in trigger contactor for initiating the cut makes the GO-FER a convenient self contained package.
The GO-FER III Oxy-Fuel Kit is used for straight line cuts and weld preparation beveling. The kit comes complete with the exception of a torch. The Bug-O torch holder will accept any standard 1-3/8" (35 mm) diameter machine torch with a 32 pitch gear rack. The quick-action gas manifold mounted to the rear of the machine is used as a strain reliever for the torch and also gives the operator the ability to turn on and off the gases without having to readjust the gas flow of the torch.
FEATURES
The GO-FER III is a lightweight machine that makes straight line cuts or welds. The consistent quality produced is capable in all positions with portable drive and track.
GO-FER III features:
•Infinitely variable speed control,
-OX and -PL unit speed range: 8 – 100 ipm -WD unit speed range: 2 – 50 ipm (50 - 1270
•Positive Clutch enables quick positioning on
•Circuit Breaker
•Power Indicator Light
•Forward – Off – Reverse Switch
•Carrying Handle
Bug-O Systems has a complete overview video of our Go-fer III. To watch this video,
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS / SETUP
TRACK SETUP
Attach two ARM-2010 “ON-OFF” Magnet Plate Assemblies (M) one quarter of the length from each end of the track. The magnets hold the rail to a steel workpiece and give all position capability. Mount the ARM-2015 Spacer Bar Assemblies (N) between the Magnet Plate Assemblies (M) to provide additional rail support. Verify the workpiece is clean and free of contaminants such as rust and oil to insure maximum magnet holding power. The ARR-1080 and ARR-1085 Rails (L) are supplied with a positive rail joining system that enables the user to construct a rail system of any length.
POSITIONING AND ADJUSTING THE MACHINE ON THE TRACK
Disengage the clutch by centering the clutch Knob (A) over the hole in the cover and pulling the knob
out. This disengages the drive pinion. Slide the carriage wheels into the track V-grooves from the end of the track. The carriage will move smoothly along the track if the wheels are properly aligned.
The GO-FER III wheels are factory adjusted to fit ARR-1080 rails. Wheel adjustment should be verified
on older machines. Grasp the carriage sides. The wheels are too loose if the carriage can be moved from
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WHEEL ADJUSTMENT
The wheels along one side of the carriage have Stainless Shim Washers
(C) underneath. These wheels (E) are adjustable. Readjust these wheels (if necessary) by rotating the Hex Bolt (B) with a 1/2" (13 mm) wrench. Gently push the clutch Knob (A) back into the case while gently rocking the
machine forward and backward. This will engage the drive pinion. The rocking motion is necessary to insure proper gear mesh.
GO-FER III-WD / SETUP (Welding)
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holder on the rack. Attach the rod, the clamp |
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and the gun to the end of the vertical tube |
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rack. Clamp welding gun into gun clamp. |
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of the Contactor Control Box (K). |
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position. Plug in the power cord. Verify the |
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forward or reverse travel. Adjust the travel |
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speed using the Speed Control (G). |
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GO-FER III-PL / SETUP (Plasma)
TORCH SET-UP
Insert the cutting torch into the torch holder on the rack. Adjust the torch holder, the clamp and the rack to set the torch to the desired position. Support the supply cable the Cable Anchor (J) provided. The cable anchor acts as a strain relief to keep the supply cable from dragging the torch out of position. Connect the contactor circuit by crimping the two female connectors,
(supplied) to a 22-18 gauge, two-conductor A cable from the trigger circuit of the Plasma
unit and plug them into the leads on the plug of the Contactor Control Box (K).
MACHINE OPERATION
Set Switch (D) to the center “STOP” position. Plug in the power cord. Verify the
Pilot Light (F) comes on. Set Switch (D) to the forward or reverse position to begin forward or reverse travel. Adjust the travel speed using the Speed Control (G).
The Circuit Breaker (H) protects the unit against overload or electrical faults.
CAUTION: IF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER OPENS, FIND AND CORRECT THE CAUSE BEFORE RESETTING.
GO-FER III-OX / SETUP (Oxy-fuel)
TORCH SET-UP
Insert the cutting torch into the torch holder on the rack. Adjust the torch holder, the clamp and the rack to set the torch to
the desired position. Connect the Hose Assembly (J) to the Quick Action Manifold
(K) and to the cutting torch. The manifold acts as a strain relief for the supply hoses as well as a quick shut off valve for the gases. Once the torch valves are adjusted, the
manifold eliminates the need to readjust the A valves after each cut and keeps the supply
lines from dragging the torch out of position.
MACHINE OPERATION
Set Switch (D) to the center “STOP” position. Plug in the power cord. Verify the
Pilot Light (F) comes on. Set Switch (D) to the forward or reverse position to begin forward or reverse travel. Adjust the travel speed using the Speed Control (G).
The Circuit Breaker (H) protects the unit against overload or electrical faults.
CAUTION: IF THE CIRCUIT BREAKER OPENS, FIND AND CORRECT THE CAUSE BEFORE RESETTING.
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