Advance Welding AW315 User manual

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Operating Controls
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Operating Controls ........................................................................................................................
Safety Notes .....................................................................................................................................
Product Specication ...................................................................................................................
Intended Use ....................................................................................................................................
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................
Delivered Items ................................................................................................................................
Electrical Safety ................................................................................................................................
Using the Equipment .....................................................................................................................
Data Log Memory ............................................................................................................................
Manual Welding .............................................................................................................................
Fusamatic Welding .......................................................................................................................
Bar Code Welding .........................................................................................................................
Fusion Operator Badge ..............................................................................................................
GPS Location .................................................................................................................................
Extreme Low Temperature Operation .................................................................................
Downloading the Weld Memory .............................................................................................
Upgrading the Operating Software .......................................................................................
Set Up Options ..............................................................................................................................
Information .....................................................................................................................................
Fault Finding ...................................................................................................................................
Maintenance ..................................................................................................................................
Disposal ............................................................................................................................................
Calibration and Warranty ...........................................................................................................
Declaration of Conformity ........................................................................................................
Service and Repair.........................................................................................................................
Quick Start Guide ..........................................................................................................................
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Operating Controls .................................................................................................................................
Safety Notes ..............................................................................................................................................
Product Specication ...........................................................................................................................
Intended Use ............................................................................................................................................
Introduction .............................................................................................................................................
Delivered Items ......................................................................................................................................
Electrical Safety .....................................................................................................................................
Using the Equipment . ..........................................................................................................................
Fault Finding ............................................................................................................................................
Maintenance ............................................................................................................................................
Disposal ...................................................................................................................................................
Calibration and Warranty ...................................................................................................................
Declaration of Conformity .................................................................................................................
Service and Repair ...............................................................................................................................
Index
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1. Lid Catch
2. On/O Switch
3. Supply Fuse
4. Supply Lead (tted with plug)
5. Carrying Handle
6. Output Leads
7. Start/Stop Button
8. Indicator Display
Operating Controls
5. Carrying Handle
4. Supply Lead
(tted with plug)
3. Supply Fuse
2. On/O Switch
7. Start/Stop Button
8. Indicator Display
1. Lid Catch
6. Output Leads

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• RISK OF EXPLOSION! This welding unit must not be used in a gaseous
atmosphere.
• RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK! Do not open. No user serviceable parts
inside.
• Before using, always visually inspect the unit to see that the cables and
connectors are not worn or damaged. Replace the damaged part before
welding.
• Switch o and remove the plug from the mains before adjusting, cleaning, or
if the cables are entangled and before leaving the equipment unattended for
any period.
• To avoid damaging the unit, do not interrupt the supply voltage or disconnect
the welding cable, while the unit is welding a tting.
• Do not lift or pull the equipment by its cables.
• Do not disconnect the welding cables by pulling on them, always pull o the
connectors from the tting.
• Do not start a weld without the pipe correctly inserted into the tting.
• Do not touch the tting while welding.
• Do not weld in the rain or leave the equipment outdoors whilst it is raining.
• Weld only in daylight or in good articial light.
• The operator is responsible for accidents or hazards occurring to other people
or their property while using this equipment. Keep the work area safe!
• Keep bystanders a safe distance away from the machine while welding.
• Never allow people unfamiliar with these instructions to use the welding unit.
Safety Notes

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Product Specication
Advance Welding has a policy of continuously improving product design, and as such reserve the
right to change specication of its products without prior notice and with impunity.
Input Power Connections
for this model:
• 110V version
Input plug for your region or
country are available
Contact us for more information
Specication details - AW315
Operating Modes Automatic
Welding Voltage 30V to 220V
Welding Current 5A-13A
Welding Time 80-420 seconds
Supply Voltage 115V ± 15% 110V
(40-60Hz)
Supply Current 1-32A (115V)
Supply Power 3500 W
Weight 15 kg
Size 41 x 34 x 20cm
Operating Temp. -15ºC to +50ºC

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This equipment is intended to weld Drainage Fittings
5 Amp Low Pressure Fittings from 32mm to 160mm
10 Amp Low Pressure Fittings from 200mm to 315mm
230 Volt Low Pressure Fittings from 200mm to 315mm
This manual gives instructions on the correct assembly and safe use of your welding unit. It
is important that you read these instructions carefully, and keep these instructions for the
life of the unit.
This manual does not detail the specic welding procedure for the ttings: scraping,
clamping and assembly of joints. For this information you must contact the manufacturer of
the ttings.
Carefully remove the welding unit from its packaging and check that you have the following
items:
• Welding unit.
• Yellow Output lead.
• Red Output lead
• (Optional) Blue Output lead.
• (Optional) Brown Output lead.
• Manual.
When parts are missing or damaged, please contact your dealer.
Intended Use
Introduction
Delivered Items

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Electrical Safety
WARNING! Switch o and remove the plug from the mains before adjusting,
cleaning or if the cable is cut, damaged or entangled.
This welding unit is Class 1 and requires an earthed connection. (An earth spike must
be used with generators.) The operating voltage is 110 volts ac 50 Hz, and a power
source capable of 3500 Watts is required.
Extension cables should only be used if they comply with the H07RNF harmonized
standard. They must be tted with connectors to the BS EN 60309-2 standard. All
cables must be unwound from the reel to stop inductive heating eects. The cable
dimensions should be as follows:
• 1.5mm2 cable = 25m
• 2.5mm2 cable = 50m
• 4.0mm2 cable = 75m
It is recommended for increased electrical safety to use a Residual Current Device
(RCD) with a tripping current of not more than 30 mA. Always check your RCD every
time you use it.
The supply cable must be inspected for signs of damage before each use and the
equipment may only be used if in perfect condition. Damaged cables must be
replaced by an approved service agent.
This equipment is classied as “Portable for use on industrial applications”, and must
undergo a formal electrical safety check (Portable Appliance Test) every six months.

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This welding unit takes the ambient temperature into account when calculating the
energy required to weld the tting. It must therefore be allowed to reach ambient
temperature before use and must be at the same temperature as the tting to be
welded.
• Switch the welder on and it will self test.
• The green power light will be on. Make sure no errors are showing.
• Connect the required colour welding cable to the socket, the indicator light will
show.
• YELLOW: 32mm – 160mm
Geberit, Wavin Waviduo, Akatherm, Valsir
• RED: 200mm – 315mm
Geberit
• BROWN: 200mm – 315mm
Wavin Waviduo
• BLUE: 200mm – 315mm
Akatherm, Valsir
• Connect the welding cable to the tting.
• Press and hold-in the start button for two seconds to begin welding.
• The weld time will count up to 100% and the green light will come on.
• Any errors will be shown.
• Disconnect the welding cable from the tting.
• To reset the welder press and hold-in the Start/Stop button for ve seconds.
• To help avoid errors, use a good quality 2.5 kW / 3.0 kVA power generator to the
specications TIN12/ECE3.
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If a fault happens with the unit, the red fault light will illuminate along with one other
indicator light to show the error number. Information on the causes of these faults is shown
below. If this does not identify or remedy the problem, contact your service agent.
Error 1. Power failure during weld.
The power to the welding unit went o during the weld.
• Check that the unit is switched on.
• Make sure the supply plug has not come out of the supply socket.
• Check that the supply fuse or breaker has not tripped.
• If using a generator, check the generator is operating and there is enough fuel.
• Check the cables are not damaged or broken.
• Check the fuse is OK in the welding unit.
Error 2. Stop button pressed
The stop button was pressed while welding.
• Restart the weld after the tting has returned to ambient temperature.
Error 3. Power supply frequency fault. The supply frequency is out of limits.
• Check the generator is operating correctly.
Error 4. Ambient temperature fault.
The ambient temperature has been measured as lower than -20oC or higher than +50oC.
• If the temperature is very cold, wait until the ambient rises back into specication.
• If the unit is in direct sunlight, it may have heated up the sensor. Move the unit into the
shade and allow it to reach ambient again.
Error 5. No welding current.
The unit has detected that no welding current is passing into the tting.
• Make sure that the connectors have not come o the tting.
• Make sure that the welding cable is securely connected to the unit and that it isn’t
damaged.
• Try welding again, but hold the start button in for three seconds. A short press of the
start button can cause this fault.
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Error 6. Low welding current.
The unit has detected a low welding current as follows:
1.5% low, fail in 3 seconds.
90% low, fail in 1 second.
• Make sure that the correct ttings are being welded.
• If multiple welding ttings, make sure the combined diameters do not exceed
200mm.
• Make sure the supply is within limits: 110 volts with a capacity of 3500 watts.
• Make sure any extension leads being used are the correct length and rating.
Error 7. High welding current.
The unit has detected a high welding current as follows:
1.5% high, fail in 3 seconds.
6.25% high, fail in 2 seconds.
12.5% high, fail in 1.5 seconds.
25% high, fail in 1 second.
50% high, fail in 0.3 seconds.
• Restart the weld after the tting has returned to ambient temperature.
• If the fault persists, return the unit to an approved service agent.
To reset the unit after an error, press and hold-in the Start/Stop button for ve
seconds.

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Regularly check for obvious defects such as loose or damaged cables and connectors.
Look for warn components and broken covers or housings.
There are no user serviceable parts inside the unit. It should be returned to an
approved service agent for repair and calibration.
This unit should be calibrated every twelve months.
After use, clean the outside of the unit with a soft brush or cloth. Carefully wind up
and store the cables in the compartments provided in the carry case.
Maintenance
Pb
The equipment and packaging should be sorted for environmentally friendly
recycling.
DO NOT DISPOSE OF THIS EQUIPMENT
INTO HOUSEHOLD WASTE !
According to the European Directive
2002/96/EC Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment (WEEE), when no longer suitable
for use, this equipment must be separately
collected and sent for recycling.
According to the European Directive
2005/95/EC Restriction of Hazardous
Substances (RoHS), this equipment does
not contain more than the agreed levels
of lead, cadmium, mercury, hexavalent
chromium, polybrominated biphenyl (PBB)
and polybrominated diphenyl ether (PBDE)
ame retardants.
Disposal
RoHS Compliant
Directive 2005/ 95/ EC

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Conditions of Warranty:
This warranty covers only those defects to the product which arise from normal use of
the product, and will become invalid if any of the following apply:
• Failure to follow the operating instructions.
• Improper or inadequate maintenance.
• Unauthorised modication.
• Misuse or any use not in accordance with the operating manual or good
industry practice.
• Physical abuse of the product.
• Operation outside the products specications.
• Improper site preparation or site maintenance.
• Faulty pipe or tting.
Extent of Warranty:
Subject to the conditions and limitations of warranty; Advance Welding warrants that
its electrical products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for a
period of twelve months, and its mechanical products for six months, from the date of
purchase by the end-user customer.
If during this period, notice of a defect which is covered by this warranty is received,
then Advance Welding will either repair or replace the product at its option. Any
replacement product will have functionality at least equal to that of the product being
replaced, and will in our opinion, perform consistently with its age and usage.
Unless otherwise agreed, all warranty work will be carried out by Advance Welding or
an authorised and approved service facility.
This welding unit has been manufactured, inspected and tested in accordance with
the quality control systems in place at Advance Welding.
This welding unit has been calibrated using equipment that is traceable to national
and international standards, through a NAMAS accredited laboratory. NAMAS
(National Accreditation of Measurement and Sampling) is a service of UKAS (United
Kingdom Accreditation Service).
This welding unit has a TWELVE month calibration and warranty period, active from
the rst use of the unit by the end user customer.
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If during this period, notice of a defect which is covered by this warranty is received,
then Advance Welding will either repair or replace the product at its option. Any
replacement product will have functionality at least equal to that of the product being
replaced, and will in our opinion, perform consistently with its age and usage.
Unless otherwise agreed, all warranty work will be carried out by Advance Welding or
an authorised and approved service facility.
Customers will prepay all shipping charges for products returned under warranty, and
Advance Welding will charge for return of the products back to the customer.
This warranty statement gives the customer specic legal rights. The customer may
also have other rights which vary from country to country in the world.
Limitations of Warranty:
Advance Welding does not warrant the operation of any product to be uninterrupted
or error free.
Advance Welding specically disclaims the implied warranties of satisfactory quality
and tness for a particular purpose.
Advance Welding makes no other warranty of any kind, whether express or implied,
with respect to its products.
To the extent that this warranty statement is inconsistent with the law of the locality
where the customer uses the product, this warranty statement shall be deemed
modied by the minimum necessary to be consistent with such local law.
To the extent allowed by local law, the remedies provided in this warranty statement
are the customer’s sole and exclusive remedies.
This equipment has been designed for use with the range of ttings and pipe available
at the time of its design and development. Advance Welding can accept NO liability for
the equipments ability or otherwise to be used with new or dierent ttings or pipe
that subsequently appear in the market place.
This equipment is not intrinsically safe and must not be used in a gaseous or explosive
atmosphere. Advance Welding can accept NO liability if the equipment is used in
these circumstances.
Customers will prepay all shipping charges for products returned under warranty, and
Advance Welding will charge for return of the products back to the customer.
This warranty statement gives the customer specic legal rights. The customer may
also have other rights which vary from country to country in the world.

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The applicable standards are:
89/336/EEC Electromagnetic compatibility
73/23/EEC Low voltage equipment
98/37/EC Machinery safety
More detailed information is available on our web site at
www.advancewelding.co.uk
On behalf of
Advance Welding: K.M.Wilkinson
Declaration of Conformity
This welding unit has been designed to comply
with the harmonised standards under the “New
Approach” directives, and has been CE marked
accordingly.

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Manufactured in the UK by:
ADVANCE WELDING
Units 1 & 2
Taylor Street
Cleckheaton
West Yorkshire
BD19 5DZ
United Kingdom
Tel: UK 0844 880 7748
[phone]
Fax :UK 0870 752 6139
[phone]
Email: [email protected]o.uk
Web: advancewelding.co.uk
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