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 connec tors covered with the supplied protective
panels. Operation of the machine without
the protective panels may result in injury.
3) Never open the equipment without rst
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.
EQUIPMENT DAMAGE
POSSIBLE.
1) Do not plug in the power cord without rst
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 verity 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 work site and store in
a safe location when not in use.
FALLING EQUIPMENT
can cause serious
personal injury and
equipment damage.
5) Never remove or bypass the equipment
power cord ground. Verify the equipment
is grounded in accordance with all appli cable 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.
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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 specied 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 inter- ference.
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.
16 .........KBUG-4010 Carriage Assembly / Parts List
17 .........KBUG-1060 Guide Arms / Exploded View / Parts List
17 .........KBUG-4090 Torch Clamp Assembly / Parts List
18 .........KBUG-4050 Control Panel Assembly / Exploded View / Parts List
18 .........Accessories
19 .........SBG-450 Gun & Cable Assembly / Exploded View / Parts List
20 .........Warranty
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INTRODUCTION
The K-BUG 4000 is a compact, light weight, wall-travelling unit designed to mechanize horizontal llet
welding. It is able to follow vertical or inclined walls of straight or curved (R > 1000 mm) prole. The
machine is capable of performing continuous and intermittent (stitch) welds.
FEATURES
• Compact - 14.6 x 8.9 x 11.3 in (370 x 226 x 288 mm)
• Lightweight - 14 lb (6.4 kg)
• Continuous and intermittent welds
• Digital speed display
• Precision speed control for consistent weld quality
• User adjustable time settings for puddle build-up, pause time and crater-ll
1. Cycle Start Button - Push button to initiate
weld cycle. Weld contact will close, according to
time settings, if the Weld Switch is set to Auto,
the carriage will travel in the direction selected
by the Travel Direction Switch.
NOTE: Travel Speed Adjustment Knob is also
used for setting the INTERMITTENT WELDING
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function (pg.7) and the time settings.
5. Weld Auto / Off Contactor - When switched to
AUTO, weld contact will close with cycle start.
Switched to the right, weld contact will remain
open upon cycle start.
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6. Digital Speed Display - Numerically displays
real-time travel speed in in/min (cm/min). Also
displays parameters during setup of intermittent
function and time settings.
7. Indicator LED’s - Indicate active parameter
during intermittent welding.
A. Weld Length
B. Non-Weld Length
C. Total Length
WELDING MODES
The K-BUG 4000 offers three weld modes - Continuous, Total Length Intermittent and User Dened
Intermittent. The value shown in the speed display will vary based on what welding mode the machine
is operating in. Speed is displayed only during Continuous welding
1. Continuous Welding
• No LED’s lit when Cycle Start button is pressed
• Displays speed while welding (0.1 in/min)
2. User Dened Intermittent Welding
• A or B LED lit when Cycle Start button is pressed
• User sets Welding Speed before pressing Cycle Start button
• Display will countdown each program parameter in order
- With A LED lit, the display will countdown Puddle Build-up timer, u, then Weld On distance, A, then Crater Fill timer, n.
- With B LED lit, the display will countdown Weld Off distance, B
NOTE: Machine travels at higher speed during Non-Welding travel
• The intermittent cycle will repeat until the user presses Cycle Stop button or the Stop
tripped
S
ensor is
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WELDING MODES, CONT’D.
3. Total Length Intermittent Welding
• C LED lit when Cycle Start button is pressed
• User sets Welding Speed before pressing Cycle Start button
• Display will countdown total distance remaining (1.0 in)
• A or B LED will light as appropriate for welding mode
NOTE: Machine travels at higher speed during Non-Welding travel
• The intermittent cycle will continue until the Total Length is satised or the Stop Sensor is
tripped
INTERMITTENT WELDING
The Travel Speed Adjustment Knob is used for entering the parameters for intermittent or stitch
welding. Follow the steps below to enter the welding parameters.
1. Press the Travel Speed Adjustment Knob. The A LED will illuminate.
2. Turn the Travel Speed Adjustment Knob (clockwise + / counterclockwise -) to set the WELD
LENGTH. The length adjusts.*
3. Press the Travel Speed Adjustment Knob again. The B LED will illuminate.
4. Turn the Travel Speed Adjustment Knob to set the NON-WELD LENGTH. The length adjusts.*
5. Press the Travel Speed Adjustment Knob again. The C LED will illuminate.
6. Turn the Travel Speed Adjustment Knob to set the TOTAL LENGTH. The length adjusts.*
7. Press the travel Speed Adjustment Knob again. All LEDs are unlit.
*Note: measurement is in inches or cm. according to the unit setting - refer to Converting Units on pg.9.
Intermittent Welding is available in two forms - User Dened and Total Length. With User Dened
welding, user enters values for Weld Length and Non-Weld Length. Either A or B LED must be lit when
pressing Cycle Start Button. Intermittent Weld continues until user presses Cycle Stop Button.
For Total Length welding, user enters values for all three stitch parameters. C LED must be lit when
pressing Cycle Start Button. Intermittent welding ends when Total Length has been met.
INTERMITTENT WELDING LOCK OUT
To lock out the intermittent (stitch) welding controls, press and hold the Travel Speed Adjustment knob
for three (3) seconds. All of the LEDs will ash. To unlock the intermittent welding controls, press and
hold the Travel Speed Adjustment Knob for three (3) seconds. While in lockout, the machine will be
unable to perform intermittent welding.
STOP SENSOR OPERATION
The K-BUG 4000 is equipped with a magnetic proximity sensor, mounted internal to the carriage, on the
non-torch side. When the sensor detects the end of the work piece, it stops carriage travel and initiates
weld shutdown (crater ll).
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TIME SETTINGS
The K-BUG 4000 offers three adjustable time settings - Puddle Build-Up, Pause Time and Crater Fill.
The Travel Speed Adjustment knob is used for setting each of the timers, as described below.
Puddle Build-up Time (u)
1. While pressing the Cycle Start button, connect the power cord to an appropriate power supply.
2. The Display will show “u0.0” ashing.
3. Turn the Travel Speed Adjustment knob until the desired build-up time is displayed.
4. Default setting is 1.0 seconds. Available range is 0.0 - 9.9 seconds.
Crater Fill Time (n)
1. Press Cycle Start button once more.
2. The Display will show “n0.0” ashing.
3. Turn the Travel Speed Adjustment knob until the desired crater ll time is displayed.
4. Default setting is 1.0 seconds. Available range is 0.0 -9.9 seconds.
Pause Time (E). After welding, a brief rest before Crater Fill.
1. Press the Cycle Start button once more.
2. The Display will show “E0.0” ashing.
3. Turn the Travel Speed Adjustment knob until the desired stop time is displayed.
4. Default setting is 0.5 seconds. Available range is 0.0 - 9.9 seconds.
When nished setting times, press the Cycle Stop button to exit time setup mode. The machine is now
ready to be setup for welding.
Travel
Weld “On”
uEn
Travel
Weld “Off”
(time)
A graphic display of the user adjustable time settings.
GLOBAL PARAMETERS
A menu of Global Parameters is maintained in the K-BUG 4000. The menu consists of six (6) items as
described in Table 1, below. Access to the menu is locked when DIP Switch #1 is in the OFF Position.
Table 1: Global Parameters
DisplayDescriptionDefaultRangeUnits
n.0*Travel Speed Coefcient1.00.1, 1.0, 2.0, 2.5,
5.0, 10.0
n.1Motor Overload Stop Time20.0 - 9.9sec
n.2*Travel Motor Reduce Ratio4020 - 200base g x 10 : 1
n.3*Diameter of Travel Wheel500.0 - 99.9mm
n.4Show Modeoffoff / on
n.5Operating UnitsU2U1 / U2U1 (cm/min), U2 (in/min)
* Indicates parameters NOT to be changed by the User. Changing these parameters can harm machine
performance.
cm/mn, in/min
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GLOBAL PARAMETERS, CONT’D
ACCESS THE GLOBAL PARAMETER MENU
1. With machine unplugged from A/C power supply, remove the six (6) screws securing the Control
Interface (Legend Plate and Main PCB) to the Control Panel.
2. Remove the Control Interface and turn it over.
3. Locate DIP Switch 1 and 2 on the Main PCB, see
illustration at right.
4. Turn DIP Switch 1 to the “ON” position.
5. Turn over Control Interface. And secure to Control panel.
6. Plug in machine to A/C power supply of appropriate
voltage.
7. “0” should be shown in the Display.
8. Press and release Cycle Start button to cycle through
the six parameters (0, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5).
9. Use the Travel Speed Adjustment knob to change the
parameter setting.
10. When nished, unplug machine, remove Control
Interface and turn it over.
11. Turn DIP switch 1 to the “OFF” position to lock global
parameter menu.
12. Re-assemble Control Panel and plug in machine to begin operation.
Rear of Main PCB. Note DIP switch
placement on left hand side. Move
Switch 1 up to the ON position.
CONVERTING UNITS
By default, the K-BUG 4000 will be factory set to operate in English units (in/min) and the K-BUG
4002 will be set to operate in Metric units (cm/min). If it is necessary to change units, follow the steps
to access the Global Parameters Menu, above. Use the Cycle Start button until “5” is shown on the
Display. Turn the Travel Speed Adjustment knob right or left to select the desired Units. Choose “U1”
for Metric (cm/min) or “U2” for English (in/min).
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INSTALLATION AND OPERATION
1. Welding Preparation - Secure the necessary welding supplies
• Welding Power Source (3 phase, 440/380/220V AC)
• Wire Feeder
• Tank of appropriate shielding gas, with pressure and ow regulators and appropriate ttings
• Torch for gas shielded automated welding
• Basic Weld Prep Tools
2. Cable Connections
• Connect welding torch conduit cable to wire feeder
• Connect Weld Contactor lead from Torch to Main Cable Connector on machine body
• Connect Control Cable to the Control Box Connector on the machine body
• Connect Control Power Source Cable to the Welding Power Source
CAUTION: Carefully route power cable as it may become entangled during operation, resulting
in damage to people or equipment.
3. Welding Process
• Switch ON the Primary Side Distribution Board of the Welding Power Source
• Switch ON the Control Power Source on the front panel of the Welding Power Source
• Equip the Wire Feeder with wire
• Set the Carriage so the torch is at the weld starting point
• Install the Guide Arms offset in the direction of travel (leading arm slightly shorter than
following arm) for better positioning of the electrode in the joint
• Adjust the target angle and position of the Torch using the Torch Adjustment Slider
• Verify machine is in the proper welding mode. Set stitch welding parameters, if needed
• Verify adequate Shielding Gas Supply
• Start Welding - Switch Welding Switch to AUTO, verify desired travel direction is set and
travel speed is > 0 and press Cycle Start button
• Press Cycle Stop button when welding is complete. Turn Welding Switch to OFF
• Conrm Welding End
MAINTENANCE
The K-BUG carriage should be periodically checked and cleaned to maximize service life.
Before use:
Check all screws in the torch clamp and guide rollers. Tighten as needed. Loose fasteners may
cause uneven travel or inconsistent weld quality.
During use:
Monitor wheels, motor and welding torch for abnormal noise or overheating.
After each use:
1. Clean control panel to remove dust and other debris.
2. Inspect carriage base, wheels, guide rollers, slide adjustment, magnets and torch for weld
spatter or other debris. Clean as needed.
3. Inspect power cable and torch cable for cracked, cut or damaged insulation. Replace as
needed.
4. Inspect connectors for damaged pins or loose connections. Replace as needed.
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TROUBLESHOOTING
SymptomCauseRepair
Control panel
Display is not LIT
when machine is
plugged in
Disconnected Control CableConnect control cable to machine
Faulty Control CableReplace Cable
No Arc when
Welding Auto/Off
Switch turned to
AUTO
Carriage does not
travel when Cycle
Start Button is
pushed
Control Box Fuse Tripped or
Disconnected
Replace fuse. If problem persists,
contact service rep.
Weld Auto/Off Switch set to OFFTurn Weld Auto/Off Switch to AUTO
Loose contact of Welding LeadsCheck ground connections. Verify good
contact on clean, unpainted surface.
Faulty or incorrectly wired Welding
Auto/Off Switch
Stop Sensor does not detect work
piece.
Check Wiring. Replace Switch, if
needed
Reposition carriage so Stop Sensor is
over work piece.
Failed drive componentCheck Motor, Drive Chain and Gearbox.
Replace as needed
Faulty or incorrectly wired Cycle Start
Button
Check Wiring. Replace button , if
needed
Faulty MAIN PCBReplace MAIN PCB
Torch targets wrong
position
Slide is hard to
adjust
Carriage stops
during automatic
welding
Arc continues after
Welding Auto/Off
Switch is set to OFF
Unable to perform
Intermittent Welding
Loose fastener on Torch Clamp or
Slide Assembly
Check and tighten screws, replace if
needed.
Dust or other debris on slide partsClean slide parts. Lubricate with light oil
Obstacle in carriage pathRemove obstacles
Carriage is at end of work piece. Stop
Sensor doesn’t detect work piece.
Distance traveled exceeds Total
Length
The Welding Auto/Off Switch is still
Reposition carriage so Stop Sensor is
over work piece.
See “Intermittent Welding” on page 7 for
instructions to set Total Length
Turn Weld Auto/Off Switch to OFF
set to Auto
Faulty or incorrectly wired Welding
Auto/Off Switch
Check Wiring. Replace Switch, if
needed.
Intermittent Welding is lockedPress and hold Travel Speed
Adjustment knob for 3 seconds.
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TROUBLESHOOTING, CONT’D.
K-BUG ERROR LIST
NO. SYMPTOM CAUSE SOLUTION
E-03 Motion Stop Main PCB EET ROM Error Main PCB Replacement
E-05 Travelling Stop Auto-Stop Travelling Motor Push and release Stop Buttonmay be overloaded / shorted
IF UNRESOLVED:
1. Check for loose wiring connec tion at drive motor and weave
motor if equipped (see below).
Magnetic guide wheels available for curved
or irregular seams.
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SBG-450-_-___-__ GUN & CABLE ASSEMBLY / EXPLODED VIEW / PARTS LIST
Whip Length: 15 (15 ft / 4.6 m) or 25 (25 ft / 7.6 m)
Wire Size: 035, 040, 045, 052, 116, 564
Connector Type: E (Euro), L (Lincoln ¾"), M (Miller), T (Lincoln, small)
4
6
6
4
3
1
5
2
5
8
7
PARTS LISTWIRE SIZE
.035
ITEM QTY PART NO.DESCRIPTION
11BUG-3159-3516S-35 (.9 mm) Contact TipX
11BUG-3159-4516S-45 (1.2 mm) Contact TipX
11BUG-3159-5216S-52 (1.4 mm) Contact TipX
11BUG-3159-11616S-116 (1.6 mm) Contact TipX
11BUG-3159-564 16S-564 (2.0 mm) Contact TipX
11PWS-4436-1.016S-40 (1.0 mm) Contact TipX
21PWS-444727S62 H.D. Nozzle ⅝"XXXXXX
31PWS-4449PX57HD Gas DiffuserXXXXXX
41CWO-8017Case w/ Binder Screws (Front)XXXXXX
51PWS-4411Case w/ Binder Screws (Back)XXXXXX
61STW-3044450 Amp CableXXXXXX
71R174-TConnector, Small Lincoln
71R174-LConnector, ¾" Lincoln
71R174-MConnector, Miller
71R174-XConnector, Euro
81CWO-800944-3545-15 Cable LinerXXX
81CWO-801144-116-15 Cable LinerXX
81CWO-801244-564-15 Cable LinerX
**1SBG-1004Gas Hose AssemblyXXXXXX
**2SBG-1005Gas Hose ClampsXXXXXX
** Not shown. Required only with standard Lincoln guns (SBG-450-L).
(.9 mm)
.040
(1.0)
.045
(1.2)
.052
(1.4)
1/16
(1.6)
5/64
(2.0)
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WARRANTY
LIMITED WARRANTY
FOR A PERIOD OF TWELVE (12) MONTHS FROM DELIVERY, BUG-O SYSTEMS WARRANTS TO THE ORIGINAL PURCHASER
(DOES NOT INCLUDE AUTHORIZED DISTRIBUTORS), THAT A NEW MACHINE IS FREE FROM DEFECTS IN MATERIAL
AND WORKMANSHIP AND AGREES TO REPAIR OR REPLACE, AT ITS OPTION, ANY DEFECTIVE PARTS OR MACHINE.
THIS WARRANTY DOES NOT APPLY TO MACHINES, WHICH AFTER OUR INSPECTION, ARE DETERMINED TO HAVE
BEEN DAMAGED DUE TO NEGLECT, ABUSE, OVERLOADING, ACCIDENT OR IMPROPER USAGE. ALL SHIPPING AND
HANDLING CHARGES WILL BE PAID BY CUSTOMER.
BUG-O SYSTEMS MAKES NO WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY AND MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED, BEYOND THE WARRANTY EXPRESSLY SET FORTH ABOVE. BUYER’S REMEDY FOR BREACH OF WARRANTY,
HEREUNDER, SHALL BE LIMITED TO REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT OF NON-CONFORMING PARTS AND MACHINES. UNDER
NO CIRCUMSTANCES SHALL CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES BE RECOVERABLE.
HOW TO OBTAIN SERVICE:
IF YOU THINK THIS MACHINE IS NOT OPERATING PROPERLY, RE-READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL CAREFULLY,
THEN CALL YOUR AUTHORIZED BUG-O DEALER/DISTRIBUTOR. IF HE CANNOT GIVE YOU THE NECESSARY SERVICE,
WRITE OR PHONE US TO TELL US EXACTLY WHAT DIFFICULTY YOU HAVE EXPERIENCED. BE SURE TO MENTION
THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBERS.
MODEL ____________________________
SERIAL NO. ________________________
DATE PURCHASED: _________________
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