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Operating Instructions

Stud Welding Pistol PS-1 PS-3K PS-0K PS-1K

Operating Instructions

Stud Welding Pistol PS-1 PS-3K PS-0K PS-1K

Serial number* Stud Welding Pistol PS-1

Serial number* Stud Welding Pistol PS-3K

Serial number* Stud Welding Pistol PS-0K

Serial number* Stud Welding Pistol PS-1K

* Please mark your Stud Welding Pistol type here and enter the serial number so that

these are available if you require service support.

Heinz Soyer Bolzenschweißtechnik GmbH Etterschlag Inninger Straße 14 82237 Wörthsee

Phone 08153 - 885 - 0 Telefax 08153 - 8030 Telex 5270 295 heso d

Date of issue: Dec. 1, 1994

SOYER is a registered trademark of Heinz Soyer Bolzenschweißtechnik GmbH.

It is prohibited to convey or reproduce this document, as well as to utilise or disclose its contents, unless this has been explicitly authorised. In the event of noncompliance with this regulation, damages will be charged. All rights reserved, in particular in the event of patent grant or GM registration.

This is to certify that we have verified the contents of this publication which comply with the hard- and software described. Deviations, however, cannot be excluded, so that we cannot warrant for absolute compliance. The specifications in this documentation have been verified regularly and necessary corrections incorporated into the following versions. We appreciate any suggestions for improvement.

Table of Contents

1. General information ________________________________________________ 1-1

1.1 The following should be principally observed ..______________________________1-1

1.2 Intended use __________________________________________________________1-2

1.3 Information on the product ______________________________________________1-2

1.4 Serial number _________________________________________________________1-2

1.5 Information on the documentation ________________________________________1-3

1.5.1 Chapters of Operating Instructions________________________________________1-3

1.5.2 Information on the Operating Instructions __________________________________1-4

1.5.3 Reaction in the case of malfunctions ______________________________________1-4

1.6 Contacts and service adress_____________________________________________1-4

2. Description of the Stud Welding Pistols _____________________________ 2-5

2.1 Technology of tip ignition ________________________________________________2-5

2.2 Stud Welding Pistol PS-1________________________________________________2-6

2.3 Stud Welding Pistol PS-3K ______________________________________________2-7

2.4 Stud Welding Pistol PS-0K ______________________________________________2-8

2.5 Stud Welding Pistol PS-1K ______________________________________________2-9

2.6 Technical data ________________________________________________________2-10

3. Safety instructions ________________________________________________ 3-11

3.1 Characterisation of references in the Operating Instructions__________________3-11

3.2 Staff qualification and training ___________________________________________3-12

3.3 Dangers resulting from non-observance of safety instructions ________________3-12

3.4 Safety-conscious working ______________________________________________3-12

3.5 Safety instructions for the User/Operator__________________________________3-13

3.6 The following should be observed prior to initialisation ... ____________________3-13

3.7 Before starting welding operations ..._____________________________________3-14

3.8 Safety measures at the installation site ___________________________________3-14

3.9 Working with the Stud Welder___________________________________________3-15

3.10 Safety instructions for maintenance, inspection and assembly operations ______3-15

3.11 Independent retrofitting and spare parts production ________________________3-15

3.12 Non-permissible operating modes _______________________________________3-16

Table of Contents

4. Setting the Stud Welding Pistol ____________________________________ 4-17

4.1 Setting the stud holder_________________________________________________4-17

4.2 Installing the stud holder in the Stud Welding Pistol_________________________4-18

4.3 Setting the spring pressure _____________________________________________4-19

5. Initiation __________________________________________________________ 5-20

5.1 General view _________________________________________________________5-20

5.2 Connecting the Stud Welding Pistols to the Stud Welder ____________________5-21

5.3 Operation ____________________________________________________________5-21

5.4 Welding parameters ___________________________________________________5-22

5.4.1 Stud Welder BMS-660-90______________________________________________5-22

5.4.2 Stud Welder BMS-690-135_____________________________________________5-22

5.4.3 Stud Welder BMS-6H__________________________________________________5-23

5.4.4 Stud Welder BMS-8H__________________________________________________5-23

6. Quality control_____________________________________________________ 6-24

6.1 General information ___________________________________________________6-24

6.2 Demands on the company _____________________________________________6-24

6.3 Proof of qualification ___________________________________________________6-24

6.4 Type and scope of testing ______________________________________________6-24

6.4.1 Normal work tests_____________________________________________________6-25

6.4.2 Simplified work tests___________________________________________________6-25

6.5 Implementation of sample taking ________________________________________6-25

6.5.1 Production of samples _________________________________________________6-25

6.5.2 Visual check _________________________________________________________6-25

6.5.3 Tension test __________________________________________________________6-26

6.5.4 Bending test _________________________________________________________6-26

7. Maintenance ______________________________________________________ 7-27

7.1 Stud welders _________________________________________________________7-27

7.2 Replacing components ________________________________________________7-27

Table of Contents

8. Spare parts________________________________________________________ 8-28

8.1 Spare parts list Stud Welding Pistol PS-1 _________________________________8-28

8.2 Perspective presentation of Stud Welding Pistol PS-1_______________________8-29

8.3 Spare parts list Stud Welding Pistol PS-3K ________________________________8-30

8.4 Perspective presentation of Stud Welding Pistol PS-3K _____________________8-31

8.5 Spare parts list Stud Welding Pistol PS-0K ________________________________8-32

8.6 Perspective presentation of Stud Welding Pistol PS-0K _____________________8-33

8.7 Spare parts list Stud Welding Pistol PS-1K ________________________________8-34

8.8 Perspective presentation of Stud Welding Pistol PS-1K _____________________8-35

9. Troubleshooting ___________________________________________________ 9-36

10. Standards and list of directives _______________________________ 10/11-38

11. Warranty terms_______________________________________________ 10/11-38

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1 General information

1.1 The following should be principally observed ...

With this Stud Welding Pistol you have purchased a product which

• corresponds to the latest state-of-the-art in technology

• complies fully to the present-day safety standards and

• enables successful operating.

Please observe the following points in any case before installing the Stud Welding Pistol:

• Store the Operating Instructions in a place to which every Operator has access.

• Ensure that the respective Operator has read and understood the Operating Instructions before installation. Each Operator should sign a written confirmation to certify this.

• Prevent use of Stud Welder by unauthorised personnel.

• An electronics technician should check whether the electric supply is

properly protected by fuse and earthed.

• Only trained personnel may use the Stud Welding Pistol.

General information

 MORTAL DANGER

Persons with cardiac pacemakers must not operate the Stud Welder and must keep away from a Stud Welder during operation. Ensure in particular that the Stud Welding System is not operated near electronically sensitive life-saving equipment, as in intensive wards in hospitals.

WARNING

Ensure that sufficient distance to electronic equipment is kept. Highly intensive electro-magnetic fields are created in stud welding which may permanently damage these devices (e.g. television sets).

• Furthermore, observe the safety instructions stated in Chapter 3.

• Call a doctor in the event of an accident.

 MORTAL DANGER

The S-symbol is the symbol for welding current sources permitted for operation with increased electric danger. The S-symbol on our stud welders refers exclusively to the welding current circuit and not to the complete stud welder.

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General information

1.2 Intended use

With the SOYER® Stud Welding Pistols PS-1, PS-3K, PS-0K and PS-1K operating with tip ignition, a variety of pins and threaded bolts of steel and stainless steel can be welded (dimensions see Chapter 2.6: “Technical data”). It is also possible to weld fastening elements of brass. The Stud Welding Pistol PS-1 is also suitable for welding aluminium.

The visible side of the workpieces remain to a large extent unaffected by tool drag marks or deformation, so that if thin metal sheets of below 1mm sheet thickness are welded, a decorative appearance will be maintained.

Please contact either our parent company or one of our field engineers if you require consultation or a solution to your problem.

1.3 Information on the product

Manufacturer Heinz Soyer Bolzenschweißtechnik GmbH

Product designation Stud Welding Pistol PS-1

Country of origin Germany

1.4 Serial number

The serial numbers of the Stud Welding Pistols are engraved into the handle.

Etterschlag Inninger Straße 14 D-82237 Wörthsee Phone 08153-885-0 Telefax 08153-8030 Telex 52700295 heso d

Stud Welding Pistol PS-3K Stud Welding Pistol PS-0K Stud Welding Pistol PS-1K

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1.5 Information on the documentation

The following Operating Instructions are delivered with the Stud Welding Pistols PS-1, PS-3K, PS-0K and PS-1K:

•

Operating Instructions “Stud Welding Pistol PS-1, PS-3K, PS-0K and PS-1K” Order No.: P00277

For subsequent orders please refer to: Heinz Soyer Bolzenschweißtechnik GmbH

Etterschlag Inninger Straße 14 D-82237 Wörthsee Phone 08153-885-0 Telefax 08153-8030 Telex 52700295 heso d

General information

1.5.1 Chapters of Operating Instructions

The Operating Instructions describe how to handle and set the Stud Welding Pistols under normal conditions and comprise the following individual chapters:

• Chapter 1 “General Information” Information on application, the product and supplementary information

• Chapter 2: “Description of Stud Welding Pistols” Description of tip ignition technology and of the Stud Welding Pistols

• Chapter 3 “Safety instructions” All relevant safety regulations regarding initiation and operation of the Stud Welding System

• Chapter 4 “Setting the Stud Welding Pistol”

• Chapter 5 “Initiation”

• Chapter 6 “Quality Control”

• Chapter 7 “Maintenance”

Maintenance measures

• Chapter 8 “Spare parts”

• Chapter 9 “Troubleshooting”

Error characteristics, possible causes and elimination of errors

• Chapter 10 “Standards and list of directives”

• Chapter 11 “Warranty terms”

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General information

1.5.2 Information on Operating Instructions

Legal relationship We draw attention to the fact that the contents of these Operating Instructions

are neither part of any former or existing agreement, promise or legal relationship nor are designed to modify any such. All obligations of Heinz Soyer Bolzenschweißtechnik GmbH result from the respective purchase agreement containing the complete and generally valid warranties. These contractual warranty terms are neither extended nor limited by the implementation of these Operating Instructions.

WARNING

It is prohibited to carry out any actions on the Stud Welding System without having exact knowledge of the Operating Instructions or of the respective part. Ensure that only qualified personnel familiar with the Operating Instructions and the necessary technical activities (training) is permitted to operate the Stud Welding System.

1.5.3 Reaction in the case of malfunctions

If faults occur, first try to determine and eliminate the error causes according to the error characteristics listed in the Operating Instructions in Chapter 12 “Troubleshooting”. In all other cases, contact our service department.

Important information If you require service, please ensure that the following information is available: if service is required

• Customer number

• Product designation

• Serial number

• Construction year

• Options

• Stud and workpiece material

• Stud diameters

This information will help us and you to save time and unnecessary costs, e.g. for false spare parts deliveries.

1.6 Contact and service address

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If you have any questions relating to the operation of your Stud Welding System, retrofits or in any service case, please contact your responsible service office or the following address:

Heinz Soyer Bolzenschweißtechnik GmbH Etterschlag Inninger Straße 14 D-82237 Wörthsee Phone 08153-885-0 Telefax 08153-8030 Telex 52700295 heso d

Description of the Stud Welding Pistols

2 Description of the Stud Welding Pistols

2.1 Technology of tip ignition

The SOYER® Stud Welding Systems function according to the principle of capacitor discharge with tip ignition in compliance with DVS leaflet 0903 (German Welding Society). This system utilises the abrupt discharge of a capacitor battery to generate electric arc energy.

Adjusting screw Stud holder

Workpiece

Stud

SZ.0001.E

The electric arc is initiated via the calibrated and close fit ignition tip on the welding studs and the welding elements. The stud weld base and the opposite surface of the workpieces is then melted slightly. The stud is automatically immersed into the thin melted zone and/or the liquid weld bath. After the immediate solidification of the material, an homogenous high-strength joint in an extremely short welding time ranging only between 1-3 milliseconds (0.001-

0.003 sec.) is achieved.

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Description of the Stud Welder Pistols

2.2 Stud Welding Pistol PS-1

The SOYER® Stud Welding Pistol PS-1 is designed for a wide variety of applications. The field-proven patented Positioning Pistol has a handy design, is lightweight and is injection moulded of shock-proof, fully insulated plastic.

With this pistol the welding stud can be positioned exactly on a specific part of the workpiece without requiring any auxiliary aids. Templates are not required.

Before welding the stud position has to be marked or centred slightly. The calibrated ignition tip is then positioned on the marked point. When the pistol is operated, the stud is mechanically lifted. A necessary air gap is created between the tip and the workpiece. The stud is then mechanically moved to the marked point and is welded with electric arc ignition as soon as the marked point is reached.

The pistol guide is protected by rubber bellows especially against weld spatters and dirt.

A special spring pressure display with scale shows the spring pressure for the respective welding task and enables the reproducibility of welding joints, if necessary.

211

Ø 6

Federdruck

321

Ø 40

Ø 34

Bolzenschweißer

Typ PS-1

3x120°

132

2-6

SZ05.0693.005.D

2.3 Stud Welding Pistol PS-3K

The SOYER® Stud Welding Positioning Pistol PS-3K for stud welding with tip ignition welds studs with ignition tip in accordance with DIN 32501 to exact positions on scribed surfaces or centre marks by means of spring pressure without any auxiliary aids. It is particularly suitable for stud welding to workpieces and materials with impure surfaces, such as zinc, rolling skin, forging scales and oxide films.

The Stud Welding Pistol PS-3K functions without backstroke and prevents a dislocation during the welding procedure. It is suitable for all stud welding systems with tip ignition.

It is equipped with a sturdy, shock and break-proof whole-body housing in a small and light-weight version. This closed pistol design guarantees additional stability and solidity advantages in contrast to the semimonocoque design.

Description of the Stud Welding Pistols

With the modular concept it is possible to retrofit the pistol to other stud welding systems using existing mechanical sets.

The Stud Welding Pistol PS-3K corresponds to the latest state-of-the-art in technology and fits like a glove similar to all other SOYER Stud Welding Pistols thanks to its excellent ergonomic design.

235

ø 40

ø 34

3x120°

PS-3K

138

SZ06.0593.003.X

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Description of the Stud Welder Pistols

2.4 Stud Welding Pistol PS-0K

The SOYER® Stud Welding Positioning Pistol PS-0K is an innovation and unique on the world market due to its small dimensions.

It is suitable for contact welding in accordance with the tip ignition welding method for studs and pins of steel and special steel and was developed in particular for stud welding in narrow or hardly accessible spaces or on complicated workpieces.

Despite its small dimensions perfect welding results are nevertheless achievable with the Stud Welding Pistol PS-0K which can be compared with the welding qualities created with larger manual welding pistols.

This Stud Welding Pistol can be easily connected to all thyristor-driven stud welding equipment in accordance with the tip ignition principle.

PS - OM

100

2-8

Display scale 1:1

SZ05.0594.014.X

2.5 Stud Welding Pistol PS-1K

The SOYER® Stud Welding Positioning Pistol PS-1K for stud welding with tip ignition is a shortened version of Stud Welding Pistol PS-3K (see Chapter 2.3). It welds studs with ignition tips in accordance with DIN 32501 exactly on scribed surfaces or centre marks by means of spring pressure without any auxiliary aids. It is particularly suitable for stud welding on workpieces and materials with impure surfaces, such as zinc, rolling skin, forging scales and oxide films, similar to the Stud Welding Pistol PS-3K. It is designed for application in narrow and hardly accessible spaces due to its compact construction.

The Stud Welding Pistol PS-1K functions without backstroke and prevents a dislocation during the welding procedure. It is suitable for all stud welding systems with tip ignition.

Description of the Stud Welding Pistols

The Stud Welding Pistol PS-1K corresponds to the latest state-of-the-art in technology and fits like a glove similar to all other SOYER Stud Welding Pistols thanks to its excellent ergonomic design.

124

ø 30

PS - 1K

140

SZ05.0594.015.X

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Description of the Stud Welder Pistols

2.6 Technical data

Welding range

- Threaded bolts M3 - M8 M3 - M10 M3 - M8 M3 - M8

- Studs Ø 2 - 8 mm Ø 2 - 10 mm Ø 3 - 8 mm Ø 3 - 8mm

PS-1 PS-3K PS-0K PS-1K

Field of application

1* 2* 2* 3* Welding system Tip ignition in accordance with DVS Leaflet 0903 Welding and

control cable 3 m highly flexible Weight

without cable 0.5 Kg 0.9 kg 0.3 kg 0.4 kg 1* Steel, stainless steel, aluminium and brass

2* Steel and stainless steel 3* Steel, stainless steel and brass

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Safety instructions

3 Safety instructions

These Operating Instructions contain fundamental instructions which have to be observed in installation and/or operation. These Operating Instructions therefore have to be read by the Operator and the responsible technical personnel prior to assembly and initiation. They must furthermore be constantly available at the installation site.

Not only the general “Safety Instructions” listed under this main item, but also the special safety instructions e.g. for high temperatures, voltages etc. stated under other main items have to be observed.

3.1 Characterisation of references in the Operating Instructions

The safety instructions which may cause damage to persons in the case of non-observance, are specially characterised with the general danger symbol,



safety instructions in accordance with DIN 4844-W9, warning of electric voltage with the



safety symbol in accordance with DIN 4844-W8.

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Safety instructions

The word ACHTUNG (CAUTION) or WARNUNG (WARNING) has been incorporated into safety references the non-observance of which may lead to dangers for the machine and its functions.

General instructions are characterised with the following symbol:

3.2 Staff qualification and training

The staff designated for operation, maintenance, inspection and assembly must fulfil the qualifications required for these operations. Field of responsibility, competence and control of staff must be exactly regulated by the user. If the staff do not possess the qualifications required, these must be provided with the necessary training and instructions. This can, if necessary, be implemented by the manufacturer/supplier on behalf of the user. Furthermore, the user shall ensure that the contents of the Operating Instructions are fully understood by the personnel.

☞

The Schweißtechnische Lehr- und Versuchsanstalt München (SLV) (Training and Testing Institute of Welding) offers appropriate training courses.

3.3 Dangers resulting from non-observance of safety instructions

Non-observance of safety instructions may not only represent danger to persons, but also to the welding system and the environment. If the safety instructions are not observed, this may lead to a complete loss of warranty claims.

Non-observance may for example lead to the following individual dangers:

• Failure of important functions of the system

• Failure of prescribed methods for maintenance and repair

• Danger to persons by electric, mechanic, thermal and acoustic influences

3.4 Safety-conscious working

The safety instructions stipulated in these Operating Instructions, the existing national regulations governing accident prevention, as well as possible international work, operating and safety regulations of the Operator must be observed.

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3.5 Safety instructions for the User/Operator

In stud welding dangers may arise as a result of

• electric current

• optical radiation

• harmful substances (fumes)

• acoustic shocks

• spraying sparks

You are therefore obliged to limit the dangers to an unavoidable minimum and to inform the Operator and other persons of such dangers.

Safety instructions

 MORTAL DANGER

Persons with cardiac pacemakers must not operate the Stud Welder and must keep away from Stud Welders in operation.

3.6 The following should be observed prior to initiation...

Before initiating the system, the following points must be observed:

• The Stud Welding System must not be operated by juveniles below 16 years of age

• Read through the complete Operating Instructions before initiating the system

• Only qualified personnel is authorised to operate the system

• Prevent unauthorised use of the system by children or by unqualified

personnel

• Wear non-combustible, closed working clothes

• Wear a leather apron over your work dress. Weld spatters are generated

during the welding operation

• Wear a helmet when carrying out welding operations above your head

 DANGER

Do not weld with work dress which is soiled with easily combustible substances such as oil, grease, paraffin oil etc.

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Safety instructions

• Wear leather gloves with sleeves

• Wear neither rings, watches nor electrically conducting jewellery

• Wear protective goggles with eye-protecting lens of shade number 2. (DIN

58211, part 6). Weld spatters and light flashes are generated during welding operations.

• Wear protective goggles with side shields when removing slag

• Wear ear protection. A loud acoustic shock is generated when discharging

the capacitors.

3.7 Before starting welding operations ...

• Verify the state of all cables before starting a welding operation

• Immediately replace any faulty cables and cable connections

• Ensure that ventilation openings in the stud welder housing are not covered.

The Stud Welder may otherwise be damaged as a result of heat accumulation.

3.8 Safety measures at the installation site

• Ensure when installing the Stud Welder on tables or similar workshop furniture that the Stud Welder is positioned firmly and that the table or appropriate furniture can bear the appropriate load.

• Ensure that the power socket and the Stud Welder have been connected to the ground properly

• Observe fire prevention regulations and do not carry out any welding operations in hazardous locations

• Ensure that the room is ventilated well or if necessary, extract the welding vapours.

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 DANGER TO HEALTH

During welding operations vapours and suspended matters may be generated. In particular beware of fumes detrimental to health when using surface-treated materials. If possible only carry out welding operations in rooms which have a room height exceeding 3 m. Special regulations in accordance with VBG 15 are applicable for narrow rooms.

3.9 Working with the Stud Welder

* Observe all accident prevention regulations which are applicable for

operating your Stud Welder

The accident prevention regulation VBG15 “Welding, Cutting and

☞ similar work methods” is applicable for Stud Welders. For more

information contact the employer’s liability insurance association.

 MORTAL DANGER

Do not weld with work dress which is soiled with easily combustible substances such as oil, grease, paraffin oil etc.

Safety instructions

If an accident happens:

• switch off the Stud Welder, disconnect the power supply and

• call a doctor.

3.10 Safety instructions for maintenance, inspection and assembly operations

Only carry out maintenance The User shall ensure that all maintenance, inspection and assembly work when the Stud Welder operations are carried out by authorised and qualified technical personnel has come to a standstill after having sufficiently informed himself by studying the Operating Instructions

carefully. Principally, operations may only be carried out when the Stud Welder has

come to a standstill. The procedure to bring the Stud Welder to a standstill described in the Operating Maintenance Instructions must be observed.

Immediately after completing the work, ensure that all safety and protection features are restored and that these function.

3.11 Independent retrofitting and spare parts production

Retrofitting or modifications of the Stud Welder are only permissible with the manufacturer’s approval. Original spare parts and authorised accessories are designed to guarantee safety. The use of any other parts may result in an annulment of warranty for any damages thus caused.

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Safety instructions

3.12 Non-permissible operating modes

Limit values Operational safety of the Stud Welder supplied can only be guaranteed if it is

used in accordance with its purpose. The limit values specified in the “Technical Data” must not be exceeded under any circumstances.

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4. Setting the Stud Welding Pistol

4.1 Setting the Stud Holder

The stud holders of the Stud Welding Pistols PS-1, PS-3K, PS-0K and PS-1K have the same construction. If long welding studs are used it is, however, due to the short construction form of the Stud Welding Pistols PS-0K and PS-1K necessary to appropriately shorten the stop screw (4) of the stud holders on these Welding Pistols.

Setting the Stud Welding Pistol

1,5

1 Stud 3 Counternut 2 Stud holder 4 Stop screw

If other stud diameters are used, different stud holders matching the stud diameters are required.

Set the stud holder as follows:

• Loosen counternut (3)

• Insert stud (1) into the stud holder.

The top edge of the stud flange must project over the front edge of the stud holder by about 1.5 mm.

SZ06.0593.012.X

NOTE

The stud must be inserted until it reaches the stop screw (4).

• Adjust stop screw (4) in the stud holder by rotating movement until the dimension of 1.5 mm between the top edge of the stud flange and the front edge of the stud holder is reached.

• Tighten stop screw (4) with the counternut (3).

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Setting the Stud Welder Pistol

4.2 Installing the stud holder in the Stud Welding Pistol

The following diagram shows how the stud holder is installed in the Stud Welding Pistols PS-1 and PS-3K. The Stud Welding Pistols PS-0K and PS-1K are equipped with a support tube instead of the pistol feet (1).

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SZ05.0693.010.X

1 Pistol foot 4 Bellows 2 Stud holder 5 Spring shaft 3 Union nut 6 Stud flange

• Loosen union nut (3) on Stud Welding Pistols PS-1 and PS-3K using the socket spanner SW 17; for Stud Welding Pistols PS-0K and PS-1K socket spanner SW 14 is required.

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• Push stud holder (2) into the spring shaft (5) until it stops.

• Fix stud holder (2) into position with union nut (3).

NOTE

The stud flange must project over the pistol feet tips and the support tube by the dimension of the flange thickness. If necessary, remove stud holder and correct projection by adjusting the stop screw.

4.3 Setting the spring pressure

The pressure with which the stud is pressed onto the workpiece during the welding process is referred to as spring pressure.

The following diagram displays the spring pressure setting for the Stud Welding Pistol PS-1 with spring pressure display. The Stud Welding Pistol PS-3K is equipped with a similar spring pressure display. The Stud Welding Pistols PS0K and PS-1K do not display the spring pressure.

Setting the Stud Welding Pistol

Spring pressure

321

SZ05.0693.011.E

1 Setting screw 2 Spring pressure display

The spring pressure can be set on all Stud Welding Pistols described using the same setting screw (1). The spring pressure setting is displayed on the spring pressure scale (2). The spring pressure is set as follows:

• Turn setting screw (1) to the left until it stops Display position 1 = low pressure

• Turn setting screw (1) by 3.5 rotations to the right Display position 2 = medium pressure

• Turn setting screw (1) to the right until it stops Display position 3 = high pressure

The spring pressure setting depends on the quality of the welding stud and of the workpiece.

Carry out welding samples and tests before starting work to determine an optimum setting.

Samples should be taken several times during production to ensure that equally good welding results are achieved throughout the whole production process (see DVS Directive 0905, part 2 “How to ensure the quality of stud welding joints”).

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Initialisation

5. Initiation

5.1 General view

The following diagram displays the Stud Welding Pistol PS-3K. It only differs slightly from the Stud Welding Pistols PS-1, PS-0K and PS-1K.

* The Stud Welding Pistols PS-0K and PS-1K are equipped with support

tubes instead of the pistol feet (2).

* The Stud Welding Pistols PS-0K and PS-1K are not equipped with a spring

pressure display.

12 3

PS-3K

SZ05.0594.016.X

1 Union nut 5 Connecting cable 2 Pistol foot 6 Release switch 3 Spring pressure display 7 Stud holder 4 Setting screw for spring

pressure

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5.2 Connecting the Stud Welding Pistols to the Stud Welder

The Stud Welding Pistols are connected to the Stud welder using the pistol and control cables.

Pistol +

ype Stud Welder BMS-660-90, BMS-690-135

8 Socket for connecting welding cable 9 Socket for connecting control cable

Initialisation

ype Stud Welder BMS-6H, BMS-8H

10 Socket for connecting welding cable 11 Socket for connecting control

10 11

cable

SZ.0015.E

• Insert welding cable plug of the Stud Welding Pistol into the welding cable socket (8/10)

• Insert control cable plug of the Stud Welding Pistol into the control cable socket (9/11) and lock with spring clip

Observe the connecting instructions in the Operating Instructions for Stud Welders.

5.3 Operation

• Create ground connection of the Stud Welder

• Connect Stud Welding Pistol as described in Chapter 5.2

• Set Stud Welding Pistol as described in Chapter 4

• Connect Stud Welder to power supply

• Set Stud Welder for the welding studs to be welded

• Insert welding stud into the stud holder

• Position Stud Welding Pistol onto the workpiece and press release switch

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Initialisation

5.4 Welding parameters

The following charging voltages specified in the diagram below are standard values which have been determined in combination with the respective stud welder and the standard Welding Pistol PS-1. AlMg3 and StVK were used as stud material, AlMg3 or St. as base material. The charging voltages vary from the stated setting according to the material type, workpiece thickness and surface condition of the workpiece.

5.4.1 Stud Welder BMS-660-90

220

200 180 160 140 120 100

Charging voltage (V)

80 60

5.4.2 Stud Welder BMS-690-135

220 200 180

M4 M5 M6 M8

Stud diameter

SZ.0011.E

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160 140 120 100

Charging voltage (V)

80 60

M4 M5 M6 M8

Stud diameter

SZ.0012.E

5.4.3 Stud Welder BMS-6H

Charging voltage (V)

Initialisation

220 200 180 160 140 120 100

80 60

5.4.4 Stud Welder BMS-8H

Charging voltage (V)

220 200 180 160 140 120 100

80 60

M4 M5 M6 M8

Stud diameter

SZ.0013.E

M4 M5 M6 M8

Stud diameter

SZ.0014.E

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Quality Control

6 Quality Control

6.1 General information

The DVS directive 0905, part 2 of April 1979 is valid with regard to ensuring the quality of stud welded joints. The tests described in this section have been written in a simplified form on the basis of this directive. They refer to work tests which are carried out and controlled by the User prior to and during welding works.

Heinz Soyer Bolzenschweißtechnik GmbH is a member of the Deutscher Verband für Schweißtechnik e.V. (DVS) (German Welding Society), Munich.

6.2 Demands on the company

The company must appoint a responsible welding supervisor and employ appropriately qualified operating personnel for stud welding (see DVS Directive

0905, part 2, section 4).

6.3 Proof of qualification

In the case of components which are subject to documentation requirements and/or stud welding works which are subject to acceptance in compliance with DIN 4100, DIN 4113, the manufacturing company must submit proof of competence or a qualification certificate (see DVS Directive 0905, part 2, sections 4.1 and 4.2). The competence qualification is applicable in particular for fastening constructions concerning safety regulations. If the Stud Welder is used in the construction industry, only permissible base and stud materials (see e.g. DIN 4100, clause 2.1, registration license for stainless steel ifBT; DIN 4113, part 2) may be applied.

6.4 Type and scope of testing

If the SOYER stud welding system is handled in compliance with regulations and the proper materials are selected, the welded joint strength (welding zone) will always be higher than that of the stud or base material. In practical operation, the following work tests are carried out:

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• Normal work test (see DVS Directive 0905, part 2, section 5.1.2)

• Simplified work test (see DVS Directive 0905, part 2, section 5.1.2)

6.4.1 Normal work test

Quality Control

Normal work tests are generally to be implemented and controlled by the Operator prior to carrying out welding works at a construction and after a certain number of welds. The number of welds after which a normal work test is necessary is agreed with the customer.

The normal work test is restricted to the stud diameters, base material and stud welder type used. It includes the following tests:

• Visual check (all samples)

• Tension test (at least 3 samples)

• Bending test (at least 3 samples)

In case of doubt, the scope of testing should be extended in compliance with the DVS Directive 0905, part 2, section 5.1.1).

6.4.2 Simplified work test

Simplified work tests serve to control the correct stud welder setting and functioning of the equipment. They are carried out before starting any shift or after any interruption lasting for several hours.

The simplified work test includes:

• Visual check (all samples)

• Bending test (all samples)

6.5 Implementation of sample taking

6.5.1 Production of samples

The studs for the work test are welded to a sheet metal the minimum size of which is 700 mm x 200 mm. The same welding positions and distances to the borders shall be adhered to as on the construction part. Identical parts to those to be used in later production should be used for the tests provided this is possible and economically justifiable.

6.5.2 Visual check

The visual check serves as a rough control to detect any possible major faults. The uniformity of the welding is assessed. Tension or bending tests must be carried out in case of doubt.

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Quality Control

6.5.3 Tension test

The tension test serves to test the metallic bond between the stud and the base material. At least 3 studs are welded and then axially loaded by means of an appropriate tensile testing machine unitl they break. If the Customer demands that a certain percentage of the welded studs should be tested with a predefined test load in production, a tensile testing machine with load unit display must be used.

If the stud breaks beyond the welding zone, the sample test is regarded as successful. If the stud breaks within the welding zone, the fracture must be examined. The unwelded surface must not exceed a maximum of 20% of the welding surface. In cases of doubt, the breaking load is to be examined in accordance with DIN 267, part 3.

If the number of faulty studs in any one random test exceeds the acceptance number in compliance with DIN 267, part 5, according to AQL 4, it is necessary to determine the reason for the faults. In such a case it is necessary to modify the setting values and then repeat the test.

6.5.4 Bending test

The bending test is a simple work test and is designed to roughly control the setting values selected. An undefined tension, pressure and bending is exerted on the welding zone. At least 3 studs are welded and bent by 30° using an attached laterally ground tube. The test is regarded as successful if no tear or fracture is detected in the welding zone. The acceptance figure in compliance with DIN 267, part 5, according to AQL 4 must be observed. If in one test batch the number of faulty parts exceeds the acceptance figure AQL 4 (see DIN 267), the reason for the faults must be determined and the complete test repeated.

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7. Maintenance

7.1 Stud Welding Pistols

The Stud Welding Pistols have been constructed in such a way to require only a minimum of maintenance. The parts of the Stud Welding Pistol which may get damaged by weld spatters, such as stud holder and pistol feet and/or centering support tube should, however, be kept clean. The stud holder and pistol feet are wear-and-tear parts and should be replaced if they display any signs of wear and tear.

Maintenance

 MORTAL DANGER

Before replacing any components, disconnect power supply. Electric and electronic components may only be replaced by a specialist, if necessary, consult SOYER® Customer Service.

7.2 Replacing components

Components may only be replaced by specially trained SOYER® service technicians. Perfect Stud Welder functions can only be guaranteed if original SOYER® spare parts are used.

 MORTAL DANGER

Before replacing components, ensure that the capacitors have been discharged.

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Spare parts

8. Spare parts

8.1 Spare parts list for Stud Welding Pistol PS-1

Item No. Quantity Designation Order No.

Stud Welding Pistol PS-1 _______________ P02110

comprising 1 3 Grounding foot ________________________ F01358 3 2 Threaded pin M6 x 6 ___________________ M01797 4 1 Foot ring _____________________________ F01377 5 1 Union nut_____________________________ F01375 6 1 Rubber bellows _______________________ Fo1376 7 1 Guide sleeve__________________________ F01372 8 2 Straight pin 3 x 8 ______________________ M01329 9 1 Working piston ________________________ F01368

10 1 Feather key ___________________________ F01369 11 1 Release ring __________________________ F01370 12 1 Pistol shell LHS _______________________ F01366 13 1 Pistol shell RHS _______________________ F01367 14 1 Trigger handle_________________________ F01381 15 1 Straight pin 3 x 18 _____________________ M01328 16 1 Straight pin 3 x 30 _____________________ M01326 17 1 Pressure spring _______________________ F01383 18 1 Release arm __________________________ F01382 19 1 Straight pin 3 x 24 _____________________ M01532 20 6 Cheese head screw M3 x 10 ____________ M01386 21 1 Clamping ring _________________________ F01371 22 1 Pressure spring _______________________ F01373 23 1 Spring guide __________________________ F01374 24 1 Set collar _____________________________ F01378 25 1 Setting screw _________________________ F01379 26 1 Locking ring __________________________ M01371 27 2 Cheese head screw M2 x 10 ____________ M01332 28 1 Microswitch __________________________ E02091 29 1 Cable clip ____________________________ M01387 30 1 Protection sleeve ______________________ E02093 31 1 Complete control cable_________________ E02101 32 1 Ground cord __________________________ F01414/FA 33 1 Cheese head screw M4 x 10 ____________ M01087 34 1 Cheese head screw M4 x 6 _____________ M01085 35 1 Protection sleeve ______________________ E02092 36 1 Ground cable 25 mm 37 1 Ground plug __________________________ E01963 38 1 Strain relief ___________________________ F01413 39 1 Threaded pin M5 x 8 ___________________ M01337 40 1 Complete pistol cable __________________ F01412/FA

comprising items 35/36/37/38/39/41

41 1 Threaded pin M8 x 8 ___________________ M02108

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E02035

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8.2 Perspective presentation of Stud Welding Pistol PS-1

Spare parts

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Spare parts

8.3 Spare parts list for Stud Welding Pistol PS-3K

Item No. Quantity Designation Order No.

Stud Welding Pistol PS-3K ______________P02131

comprising 1 1 Stud holder M3 _______________________ F01151

Stud holder M4 _______________________ F01152

Stud holder M5 _______________________ F01153

Stud holder M6 _______________________ F01154

Stud holder M7,1 ______________________F01155

Stud holder M8 _______________________ F01156 2 1 Union nut_____________________________F01375 3 1 Rubber bellows _______________________ F01376 4 3 Grounding foot ________________________ F01358

4.1 3 Grounding foot (special version, Meiko) ___ F01620 5 1 Foot ring _____________________________F01377

5.1 1 Foot ring (special design,

Meiko, reference diameter Ø 43 mm) _____ F02652 6 2 Threaded pin M6 x 6 ___________________M01797 7 1 Delrin ring for bellows __________________ F01736 8 1 Working piston ________________________F01716 9 1 Piston sleeve__________________________F01730

10 1 Small pistol half-shell ___________________F01717/1 11 2 Spring dowel sleeve 3 x 10______________ M01562 12 1 Pistol sticker, type designation___________ M01579 13 1 Hand-actuated auxiliary switch __________ E02103

Cap, red _____________________________ E02104

14 1 Large pistol half-shell___________________ F01717 15 3 Cheese head screw M4 x 8 _____________M01998 16 3 Countersunk screw M3 x 6______________M01561 17 3 Insert nut M4 x 6 ______________________ M01809 18 1 Clamping ring _________________________F01728 19 1 Insulating washer ______________________F01737 20 1 Spring retainer ________________________ F01721 21 1 Spacer sleeve_________________________ F02990 22 1 Pressure spring _______________________ F01484 23 1 Adjustable adapter_____________________ F01731 24 1 Threaded pin M4x8 ____________________ M01333 25 1 Locking ring __________________________ M01374 26 1 Clamping sleeve_______________________ F01734 27 1 Threaded pin M4x8 ____________________ M01333 28 1 Setting screw _________________________ F01729 29 1 Sticker, company address ______________ M01601 30 1 Protection sleeve ______________________ E02349 31 1 Ground plug __________________________ E01963 32 1 Ground cable _________________________ F02270/FA-E 33 1 Strain relief ___________________________ F01715 34 1 Complete control cable_________________ E02101 35 1 Threaded pin M5 x 8 ___________________M01337 36 1 Cable clip ____________________________ M01387 37 1 Cheese head screw M4 x 10 ____________ M01087 38 1 Snap ring_____________________________M01074 39 1 Threaded pin M8 x 8 ___________________M02108

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PS -3K

15 (3x)

17 (3x)

4.1

5.1

4.1

37 38

SZ06.0993.025.X

8.4 Perspective presentation of Stud Welding Pistol PS-3K

Spare parts

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Spare parts

8.5 Spare parts list for Stud Welding Pistol PS-0K

Item No. Quantity Designation Order No.

1 2 Cheese head screw M3 x 20, galvanised __ M01311 2 1 Support tube _________________________ F01472 3 2 Cheese head screw M3 x 6, galvanised ___ M01713 4 1 Centring plate_________________________ F01471 5 1 Union nut, galvanised __________________ F01469 6 1 Bellows ______________________________ F02989 7 1 Guide sleeve__________________________ F01418 8 2 Threaded pin M4 x 6 ___________________M01315 9 1 Cap, red _____________________________ E02104

10 1 Hand-actuated auxillary switch __________ E02103 11 1 Pistol housing, imprinted________________ F02152 12 3 Cheese head screw, M4 x 10____________ M01595 13 1 Working piston ________________________F01419 14 1 Pressure spring _______________________ F01473 15 1 Pressure spring screw__________________ F01468 16 3 Insert nut M4 x 6 ______________________ M01809 17 4 Insert nut M3 x 6 ______________________ M01699 18 1 Complete ground cable_________________F01474/FA 19 1 Strain relief ___________________________ F01413 20 1 Antikink coil___________________________ E02349 21 1 Power cord, 15-core ___________________E02101 22 1 Complete pistol cable __________________F01420/FA-E 23 1 Straight pin Ø 3 x 6 ____________________ M01775 24 1 Threaded pin M5 x 8 ___________________M01337 25 1 Threaded pin M8 x 8 ___________________M02108

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PS-0K

SZ.10.0001.X

8.6 Perspective presentation of Stud Welding Pistol PS-0K

Spare parts

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Spare parts

8.7 Spare parts list for Stud Welding Pistol PS-1K

Item No. Quantity Designation Order No.

1 2 Threaded pin M6 x 6, galvanised_________ M01797 2 1 Supporting tube _______________________F02403 3 1 Guide sleeve__________________________ F02401 4 2 Spring dowel sleeve Ø 3 x 8_____________ M01760 5 1 Pistol sticker PS-1K____________________ M02042 6 1 Pistol sticker, adress ___________________ M01601 7 1 Cap, red _____________________________ E02104 8 1 Hand-actuated auxillary switch __________ E02103 9 1 Pistol half-shell, small___________________F01717/1

10 3 Cheese head screw M4 x 8 _____________M01998 11 2 Countersunk screw M3 x 6______________M01561 12 1 Union nut_____________________________F01469 13 1 Bellows ______________________________ F02989 14 1 Feather key ___________________________ F01241 15 1 Working piston ________________________F02400 16 1 Insulating disk_________________________ F02801 17 1 Spring retainer ________________________ F01721 18 1 Pistol half-shell, large___________________ F01717 19 3 Insert nut M4 x 6 ______________________ M01809 20 1 Pressure spring _______________________ F01484 21 1 Adjustable adapter_____________________ F02926 22 1 Threaded pin M4 x 8 ___________________M01333 23 1 Threaded pin M4 x 8 ___________________M01333 24 1 Sealing ring ___________________________ M01374 25 1 Split taper socket______________________ F02402 26 1 Adjustable screw ______________________ F01729 27 1 Complete ground cable_________________F02405/FA 28 1 Strain relief ___________________________ F01715 29 1 Antikink coil___________________________ E02349 30 1 Control cable, 15-core _________________ E02101 31 1 Pistol cable, complete __________________ F01100/FA 32 1 PVC-pin______________________________ F03128 33 1 Threaded pin M4 x 6 ___________________M01315 34 1 Threaded pin M5 x 8 ___________________M01337 35 1 Threaded pin M8 x 8 ___________________M02108 36 1 PVC-clip _____________________________ M01387 37 1 Cheese head screw M4 x 10, DIN 84 _____M01087 38 1 Spring washer M4, DIN 1274____________ M01074

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8.8 Perspective presentation of Stud Welding Pistol PS-1K

Spare parts

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PS -1K

SZ.10.0002.X

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Functional breakdowns

9 Troubleshooting

The following list of errors, their causes and elimination in tabular form are designed to help you to eliminate errors immediately on the spot. If it is difficult or impossible to eliminate an error, please contact your responsible SOYER Customer Service representative or Heinz Soyer Bolzenschweißtechnik GmbH directly. You will find the address and telecommunication numbers in Chapter

1.6 on page 1-4.

 MORTAL DANGER

Always disconnect the Stud Welder from the power supply by unplugging the power cord before opening the housing. Only specially trained and appropriately qualified personnel is allowed to carry out works on the electric power supply and welding system.

 WARNING

Only trained and appropriately qualified personnel is authorised to replace any components of the Stud Welder.

Error Cause

→ Error elimination

System does not weld, Stud welder is not switched ON no sparking → Switch on system, mains switch and green control lamp

“Operation” must light up

Welding cable or control cable are not connected correctly and/or damaged

→ Connect cable correctly and/or examine to ensure that it is not damaged;

replace, if necessary.

Both grounds are not or incorrectly connected and/or ground clamps not connected to the workpiece

→ Connect ground cable and/or fasten ground clamps to the workpiece

Welding points and/or ground connections on the workpiece are not metalically blank

→ Prepare workpiece and/or stud

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Functional breakdowns

Error Cause

→ Error elimination

No electric arc is generated, Stud without ignition tip or centre mark too deep for the ignition tip even though system is → Use stud with ignition tip or reduce centre mark ready for operation

Fault in Stud Welder control and/or at the Stud Welding Pistol

→ Inform SOYER Customer Service

Stud too loose in stud holder

→ Press stud holder together and/or tighten it

Stud thread scorched Stud holder worn down

→ Replace stud holder

Varying welding results Incorrect welding energy setting

→ Set welding energy

Cable connections are too loose, transition resistances are generated

→ Check all cable connections and cable clamps to ensure tight fit

Stud is too loose and/or has not been inserted into the stud holder until the stop is reached

→ Press stud into the holder until it stops, if necessary, replace stud holder

Magnetic blow effect. The electric arc is pressed into a certain direction

→ Alter ground clamp attachment, place iron parts to the edges and/or rotate

welding pistol

Intensive sparking, Welding energy setting too high stud flange almost → Reset welding energy using the energy range selector fully melted away

Stud not welded with Welding energy setting too low complete flange surface, → Reset welding energy using the energy range selector deficient weld joint strength

Poor ground connection

→ Ensure tight fit of ground cable and ground clamps, if necessary tighten

Workpiece surface too soiled

→ Clean workpiece surface

Stud weld base deformed

→ Use new welding studs

Incorrect setting of stud projection to the stud holder

→ Set stud projection to 2-3 mm (distance between stud holder and stud

weld base)

Incorrect spring pressure setting

→ Set spring pressure

Tilted positioning of welding pistol

→ Ensure that all 3 feet of welding pistol are evenly and simultaneously

positioned on the workpiece

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Standards and List of Directives / Warranty Terms

10. Standards and List of Directives

• DIN 4100 Welded steel constructions with primarily dead load

• DIN 267, part 5 Screws, nuts and similar parts, technical delivery terms, examination and acceptance

• DIN 17100 General construction steels, quality standard

• DIN 8563, part 10 Ensuring the quality of welding works

• DIN 32500, part 3 Studs for stud welding with retract ignition

• DIN 50049 Certificate on material tests

• DIN 50125 Testing metallic materials, tensile samples,

• DIN 54111, part 1 Destruction-free testing methods

• DVS Leaflet 0902 Electric arc welding with retract ignition

• DVS Directive 0905, Ensuring the quality of stud welding joints

part 1

• DIN EN 292-2 Operating Instructions

11. Warranty Terms

We warrant for a period of 6 months for these Stud Welding Pistols in accordance with our Sales and Delivery Terms.

The warranty claim expires if damage is caused by improper operation, or if repairs or interferences have been made by unauthorised persons, or whenever accessories and spare parts have been used which do not match our equipment.

directives for production

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If welding studs purchased from other manufacturers are used, we shall not warrant for the quality of any such welding joints.

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