ESAB Buddy Feed 402 Instruction Manual

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Buddy

™

Feed 402

Instruction manual

0463 347 074 GB 20120531

Valid for serial no. 210-xxx-xxxx

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1 SAFETY .…………………………………………………………………….. 3
2 INTRODUCTION .………………………………………………………..… 5
3 TECHNICAL DATA ………………………………………………………… 5
4 INSTALLATION …………………………………………………………… 6
5 OPERATION ………………………………………………………………… 6

5.1 Connections and control devices …………………………………………………. 7

5.2 Wire feed pressure..………………………………………………...……………… 7

5.3 Wire inching…………………………………………………………………………. 7

5.4 Replacing & inserting wire…………………………………………………………. 8

5.5 Changing rollers ……………...…………………………………………………….. 8

6 MAINTENANCE ……………………………………………………………. 9
7 ORDERING OF SPARE PARTS .………………………………………… 9
DIAGRAM …………………………………………………………….……..… 10
ORDERING NUMBERS ………………………………………….……..…… 11
WEAR PARTS ……………………………………………………….……..… 12
ACCESSORIES ……..………………………………………………………… 13

Rights reserved to alter specifications without notice.

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1 SAFETY

Users of ESAB welding equipment have the ultimate responsibility for ensuring that anyone who
works on or near the equipment observes all the relevant safety precautions. Safety precautions
must meet the requirements that apply to this type of welding equipment. The following
recommendations should be observed in addition to the standard regulations that apply to the
workplace.

All work must be carried out by trained personnel well-acquainted with the operation of the welding
equipment. Incorrect operation of the equipment may lead to hazardous situations which can result
in injury to the operator and damage to the equipment.

1. Anyone who uses the welding equipment must be familiar with:

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its operation

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location of emergency stops

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its function

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relevant safety precautions

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welding

2. The operator must ensure that:

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no unauthorized person is stationed within the working area of the equipment when it is

started up.

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no-one is unprotected when the arc is struck

3. The workplace must:

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be suitable for the purpose

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be free from drafts

4. Personal safety equipment

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Always wear recommended personal safety equipment, such as safety glasses, flame-

proof clothing, safety gloves.

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Do not wear loose--fitting items, such as scarves, bracelets, rings, etc., which could

become trapped or cause burns.

5. General precautions

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Make sure the return cable is connected securely.

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Work on high voltage equipment may only be carried out by qualified electricians.

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Appropriate fire extinguishing equipment must be clearly marked and close at hand.

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Lubrication and maintenance must not be carried out on the equipment during operation.

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CAUTION!

Read and understand the instruction manual before
installing or operating.

WARNING

Read and understand the instruction manual before installing or operating.
Arc welding and cutting can be injurious to yourself and others. Take precautions when welding &
cutting.
Ask for your employer’s safety practices which should be based on manufacturers’ hazard data.
ELECTRIC SHOCK - Can kill

● Install and earth the welding unit in accordance with applicable standards.

● Do not touch live electrical parts or electrodes with bare skin, wet gloves or wet clothing.

● Insulate yourself from earth and the work-piece.

● Ensure your working stance is safe.

FUMES AND GASES - Can be dangerous to health

● Keep your head out of the fumes.

● Use ventilation, extraction at the arc, or both, to take fumes and gases away from your breathing

zone and the general area.

ARC RAYS - Can injure eyes and burn skin.

● Protect your eyes and body. Use the correct welding screen and filter lens and wear protective
clothing.

● Protect bystanders with suitable screens or curtains.

FIRE HAZARD

● Sparks (spatter) can cause fire. Make sure therefore that there are no inflammable materials nearby.

NOISE - Excessive noise can damage hearing

● Protect your ears. Use earmuffs or other hearing protection.

● Warn bystanders of the risk.

MALFUNCTION - Call for expert assistance in the event of malfunction.

PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS!

Read and understand the instruction manual before installing or operating.

CAUTION!

This product is solely intended for arc welding only.

ESAB can provide you with all necessary welding protection and accessories.

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2 INTRODUCTION

Feed 402 is a wire feed unit intended for MIG/MAG & FCAW welding when coupled with a Mig

500i power source.
They can be used with wire bobbins up to Ø300mm
ESAB’s accessories for the product can be found on page 13.

2.1 Equipment

The Feed 402 wire feed unit is supplied with

● Instruction manual

● One pressure roller

● Two feed rollers (one Ø1.2/1.6mm V-groove & one Ø1.2/1.6mm Knurled V-groove)

3 TECHNICAL DATA

Feed 402

Power supply
Power requirement
Motor current I

max

Setting range

Wire feed speed

Gun connection
Max. diameter wire bobbin
Wire dimension
Weight
Dimensions lxwxh
Operating temperature
Transportation temperature
Shielding gas
Max pressure
Permissible load at
60% duty cycle
Enclosure class

24 V DC
120 VA
5 A

1.5 - 20.0 m/min
EURO
300 mm

0.8 - 1.6 mm
9 kg
460 x 210 x 330 mm

-10 to +40°C

-20 to +55°C
All types intended for MIG/MAG welding
8 bar

500 A
IP21

Duty cycle

The duty cycle refers to the time as a percentage of a ten-minute period that you can weld at a
certain load without overloading. The duty cycle is valid for temperatures up to 40°C

Enclosure class

The IP code indicates the enclosure class, i.e. the degree of protection against penetration by solid
objects or water. Equipment marked IP21 is designed for indoor use.