Example – BUG-O Systems CWP-11 User Manual

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EXAMPLE

The following is a step-by-step example for setting up and running the CWP-11.
BASIS:

Weld an 8" nozzle onto a 36" Diameter vessel, with an offset of 6". Weld two passes, and allow

0.3 seconds for puddle build-up at the start of the weld. Assign program number 01 to this weld.
Step 1. Select a suitable 3-Jaw Chuck.

Choose either a CWO-3660 or a CWO-3661 for the 8-in nozzle, from the list on page 41.

Step 2. Install the CWP-11.

Insert chuck into nozzle and secure CWP-11 to chuck.

Connect ground cable to work piece; ensure good contact.

On the wire feeder controls, set the Weld switch to OFF.

Power ON the rotation control box.

Set travel speed using the rotation control box.
Step 3. Position the welding gun.

Press the red [STOP] button on the rotation control box.

Using rotation controls and CWO-1640 racking system, place the electrode at the weld start.

The weld should start at the beginning of the larger downhill as shown in Figure 4 on page 9.

Press the black [RESET] button on the rotation control box.
Step 4. Program the weld.

Press [SHIFT], [9] to select units.

Press [C] to set the program number.

[0], [1], then [ENTER] or [1], then [ENTER]

Press [A] to set dimensions.

At the “Enter Small Diameter” prompt, enter the nozzle diameter.

[8], [0], [0], then [ENTER]

At the “Enter Large Diameter” prompt, enter the vessel diameter.

[3], [6], [0], [0], then [ENTER]

At the “Offset” prompt, enter the offset distance.

[6], [0], [0], then [ENTER]

Press [B] to enter time delay for puddle build-up.

Note: This value is universal and not associated with program number.

[3], [0], then [ENTER]

Press [D] to display or review the program dimensions

Press [E] to set number of passes.

[2], then [ENTER]
Step 5. Start the weld.

On the wire feeder controls, set the Weld switch to AUTO.

Depress green [START] button on rotation control box.
Step 6. End the weld.

The CWP-11 will automatically stop after completing the number of passes entered.

Depress the red [STOP] button on rotation control box after the weld has stopped and before

repositioning the machine.

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