ESAB Warrior YardFeed 200, Warrior YardFeed 200w Instruction Manual

Warrior™ YardFeed 200
Warrior™YardFeed200w

Instruction manual

0463 387 201 GB 20180115

Valid for: serial no. 802-xxx-xxxx

TABLE OF CONTENTS

1

SAFETY ....................................................................................................... 4

1.1 Meaning of symbols ............................................................................... 4

1.2 Safety precautions ................................................................................. 4

2

INTRODUCTION.......................................................................................... 8

3

TECHNICAL DATA ...................................................................................... 9

4

INSTALLATION............................................................................................ 10

4.1 Lifting instructions ................................................................................. 10

5

OPERATION ................................................................................................ 11

5.1 Connections and control devices ......................................................... 12

5.2 Function .................................................................................................. 13

5.3 Wire feed pressure ................................................................................. 14

5.4 Replacing and inserting wire................................................................. 15

5.5 Changing feed rollers............................................................................. 15

6

MAINTENANCE........................................................................................... 16

6.1 Inspection and cleaning......................................................................... 16

7

ORDERING SPARE PARTS........................................................................ 17

DIAGRAM ............................................................................................................ 18

ORDERING NUMBERS ....................................................................................... 20

WEAR PARTS...................................................................................................... 21

ACCESSORIES ................................................................................................... 26

Rights reserved to alter specifications without notice.

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1.1 Meaning of symbols

As used throughout this manual: Means Attention! Be Alert!

DANGER!
Means immediate hazards which, if not avoided, will result in immediate,

serious personal injury or loss of life.

WARNING!
Means potential hazards which could result in personal injury or loss of

life.

CAUTION!
Means hazards which could result in minor personal injury.

WARNING!

Before use, read and understand the instruction manual
and follow all labels, employer´s safety practices and Safety
Data Sheets (SDSs).

1.2 Safety precautions

Users of ESAB 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 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
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 equipment must be familiar with:
○ its operation
○ location of emergency stops
○ its function
○ relevant safety precautions
○ welding and cutting or other applicable operation of the equipment

2. The operator must ensure that:
○ no unauthorised person is stationed within the working area of the equipment

when it is started up

○ no-one is unprotected when the arc is struck or work is started with the

equipment

3. The workplace must:
○ be suitable for the purpose
○ be free from drafts

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4. Personal safety equipment:
○ Always wear recommended personal safety equipment, such as safety glasses,

flame-proof clothing, safety gloves

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

could become trapped or cause burns

5. General precautions:
○ Make sure the return cable is connected securely
○ Work on high voltage equipment may only be carried out by a qualified

electrician

○ Appropriate fire extinguishing equipment must be clearly marked and close at

hand

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

operation

WARNING!

Wire feeders are intended to be used with power sources in MIG/MAG mode
only.

If used in any other welding mode, such as MMA, the welding cable between wire
feeder and power source must be disconnected, or else the wire feeder becomes
live or energized.

WARNING!

Arc welding and cutting can be injurious to yourself and others. Take precautions
when welding and cutting.

ELECTRIC SHOCK - Can kill

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

• Insulate yourself from work and ground.

• Ensure your working position is safe

ELECTRIC AND MAGNETIC FIELDS - Can be dangerous to health

• Welders having pacemakers should consult their physician before welding.
EMF may interfere with some pacemakers.

• Exposure to EMF may have other health effects which are unknown.

• Welders should use the following procedures to minimize exposure to
EMF:

○ Route the electrode and work cables together on the same side of

your body. Secure them with tape when possible. Do not place your
body between the torch and work cables. Never coil the torch or
work cable around your body. Keep welding power source and
cables as far away from your body as possible.

○ Connect the work cable to the workpiece as close as possible to the

area being welded.

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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

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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

NOISE - Excessive noise can damage hearing

Protect your ears. Use earmuffs or other hearing protection.

MOVING PARTS - Can cause injuries

• Keep all doors, panels and covers closed and securely in place. Have only
qualified people remove covers for maintenance and troubleshooting as
necessary. Reinstall panels or covers and close doors when service is
finished and before starting engine.

• Stop engine before installing or connecting unit.

• Keep hands, hair, loose clothing and tools away from moving parts.

FIRE HAZARD

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

• Do not use on closed containers.

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

PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS!

CAUTION!

This product is solely intended for arc welding.

CAUTION!

Class A equipment is not intended for use in residential
locations where the electrical power is provided by the
public low-voltage supply system. There may be potential
difficulties in ensuring electromagnetic compatibility of class
A equipment in those locations, due to conducted as well
as radiated disturbances.

NOTE!
Dispose of electronic equipment at the recycling

facility!

In observance of European Directive 2012/19/EC on Waste
Electrical and Electronic Equipment and its implementation
in accordance with national law, electrical and/or electronic
equipment that has reached the end of its life must be
disposed of at a recycling facility.

As the person responsible for the equipment, it is your
responsibility to obtain information on approved collection
stations.

For further information contact the nearest ESAB dealer.

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ESAB has an assortment of welding accessories and personal protection equipment
for purchase. For ordering information contact your local ESAB dealer or visit us on
our website.

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2 INTRODUCTION

2 INTRODUCTION

The wire feed units Warrior™ YardFeed 200 and Warrior™ YardFeed 200w are intended for
MIG/MAG (GMAW) welding together with welding power sources:

• Warrior 400i CC/CV

• Warrior 500i CC/CV

They come in different variants, see chapter "ORDERING NUMBERS".

The wire feed units are sealed and contains a four-wheel drive wire feed mechanism as well
as control electronics.

They can be used together with wire from ESAB, standard S200 Ø 200 mm / Ø 8 in.

ESAB accessories for the product can be found in the "ACCESSORIES" chapter of
this manual.

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3 TECHNICAL DATA

3 TECHNICAL DATA

Warrior™ YardFeed 200

Mains voltage 42 V, 50-60 Hz

Power requirement 252 VA

Rated supply current I

1

6 A

Settings data

Wire feed speed 1.9-25.0 m/min (75-985 in/min)

2/4 stroke 2 stroke or 4 stroke

Wire selection / Burnback Solid or Cored

Creep start Always on

Gas purging Yes

Wire inching Yes

Torch connection EURO

Wire bobbin: Type, Max. diameter S200, 200 mm (8 in.)

Wire dimension

Fe 0.6-1.2 mm (0.023-0.045 in.)

Ss 0.6-1.2 mm (0.023-0.045 in.)

Al 1.0-1.2 mm (0.040-0.045 in.)

Cored wire 0.8-1.6 mm (0.030-1/16 in.)

Weight

WYF 200 12 kg (26.5 lb)

WYF 200w 12.2 kg (26.9 lb)

Dimensions (l × w × h) 593 × 210 × 312 mm

(23.3×8.3×12.28in.)

Operating temperature -10 to +40°C (+14 to +104°F)

Transport and storage temperature -20 to +55°C (-4 to +131°F)

Shielding gas All types intended for MIG/MAG welding

max pressure 0.5 MPA (5 bar / 72.5 psi)

Maximum permissible load at

60% duty cycle 365 A

100% duty cycle 280 A

Enclosure class IP23

Standard factory settings

Standard factory settings for Warrior™ YardFeed 200 are in/min and fully open gas valve.

Duty cycle

The duty cycle refers to the time as a percentage of a ten-minute period that you can weld or
cut at a certain load without overloading. The duty cycle is valid for 40°C(104°F).

Enclosure class

The IP code indicates the enclosure class, i.e. the degree of protection against penetration
by solid objects or water.

Equipment marked IP23 is intended for indoor and outdoor use.

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