ESAB Aristo U82 User manual

Aristo®
Instruction manual
0460 896 501 US 20170323 Valid for: from program version 1.27H
U82

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1SAFETY ......................................................................................................... 6
2INTRODUCTION............................................................................................ 8
2.1 Control panel Aristo U82 ......................................................................... 8
2.1.1 Keys and knobs...................................................................................... 8
2.2 Location..................................................................................................... 9
2.3 USB connection........................................................................................ 9
2.3.1 Insert the USB memory .......................................................................... 10
2.4 First step – choose the language ........................................................... 10
2.5 Display....................................................................................................... 11
2.5.1 Symbols in the display............................................................................ 12
2.5.2 Icon for VRD and Fault indication........................................................... 13
2.6 General information about settings........................................................ 13
2.6.1 Setting of numerical values .................................................................... 13
2.6.2 Setting with given alternatives................................................................ 13
2.6.3 Settings ON/OFF.................................................................................... 14
2.6.4 QUIT and ENTER................................................................................... 14
3MENUS .......................................................................................................... 15
3.1 Main menu................................................................................................. 15
3.1.1 Configuration menu ................................................................................ 16
3.1.2 Tools menu ............................................................................................. 16
3.1.3 Weld Data Setting menu......................................................................... 17
3.1.4 Measure ................................................................................................. 18
3.1.5 Weld data memory menu ....................................................................... 19
3.1.6 Fast mode menu .................................................................................... 19
4MIG/MAG WELDING ..................................................................................... 20
4.1 Settings in the Weld Data Setting menu................................................. 20
4.1.1 MIG/MAG welding with short-/sprayarc.................................................. 20
4.1.2 MIG/MAG welding with pulsing .............................................................. 21
4.1.3 MIG/MAG welding with SuperPulse, primary/secondary,
short-/sprayarc/pulsing ........................................................................... 23
4.2 Function explanations for settings......................................................... 25
4.2.1 QSet ....................................................................................................... 31
4.2.2 Synergy group ........................................................................................ 31
4.3 SuperPulse................................................................................................ 32
4.3.1 Wire and gas combinations .................................................................... 32
4.3.2 Different pulsing methods....................................................................... 32
4.3.3 Wire feed unit ......................................................................................... 33
5MMA WELDING............................................................................................. 36
5.1 MMA welding DC ...................................................................................... 36
5.2 MMA welding AC ...................................................................................... 36
5.3 Function explanations for settings......................................................... 37
6TIG WELDING................................................................................................ 38
6.1 Settings in the Weld Data Setting menu................................................. 38
6.1.1 TIG welding without pulsing DC ............................................................. 38
6.1.2 TIG welding with pulsing DC .................................................................. 38
6.2 Function explanations for settings......................................................... 39

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6.3 Other function explanations.................................................................... 43
7ARC AIR GOUGING ...................................................................................... 44
7.1 Settings in the Weld Data Setting menu................................................. 44
7.2 Explanation of functions.......................................................................... 44
8MEMORY MANAGEMENT ............................................................................ 45
8.1 Control panel working method................................................................ 45
8.2 Store .......................................................................................................... 46
8.3 Recall......................................................................................................... 47
8.4 Delete......................................................................................................... 48
8.5 Copy........................................................................................................... 48
8.6 Edit............................................................................................................. 49
8.7 Name.......................................................................................................... 50
9CONFIGURATION MENU.............................................................................. 52
9.1 Code lock .................................................................................................. 52
9.1.1 Lock code status .................................................................................... 53
9.1.2 Specify/edit lock code............................................................................. 53
9.2 Remote controls ....................................................................................... 53
9.2.1 Forget override ....................................................................................... 54
9.2.2 Configuration for digital remote control unit............................................ 54
9.2.3 Configuration for analog remote control unit .......................................... 54
9.2.4 Scale on inputs....................................................................................... 55
9.3 MIG/MAG defaults..................................................................................... 55
9.3.1 Gun trigger mode (2-stroke/4-stroke) ..................................................... 56
9.3.2 4-stroke configuration............................................................................. 57
9.3.3 Soft key configuration............................................................................. 58
9.3.4 Voltage measurement in pulsing ............................................................ 59
9.3.5 AVC feeder ............................................................................................. 59
9.3.6 Release pulse......................................................................................... 59
9.3.7 Voltage regulator flat static ..................................................................... 59
9.3.8 Delay time craterfill active ...................................................................... 59
9.3.9 Weld Start Arc Off Delay Time................................................................ 59
9.3.10 Display Amperage Estimate ................................................................... 60
9.4 MMA defaults ............................................................................................ 60
9.5 Fast mode soft keys................................................................................. 60
9.6 Double start sources................................................................................ 60
9.7 Panel remote enable ................................................................................ 60
9.8 WF supervision......................................................................................... 61
9.9 Auto save mode........................................................................................ 61
9.10 Measure limits stop weld......................................................................... 61
9.11 Login required for welding ...................................................................... 61
9.12 Trigger weld data switch.......................................................................... 61
9.13 Multiple wire feeders................................................................................ 63
9.14 Quality functions ...................................................................................... 64
9.15 Maintenance.............................................................................................. 65

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9.16 Unit of length ............................................................................................ 65
9.17 Measure value frequency ........................................................................ 65
9.18 Register key .............................................................................................. 65
10 TOOLS ........................................................................................................... 67
10.1 Error log .................................................................................................... 67
10.1.1 Error code descriptions .......................................................................... 68
10.2 Export/Import............................................................................................ 72
10.3 File Manager ............................................................................................. 72
10.3.1 Deleting a file/folder................................................................................ 73
10.3.2 Renaming a file/folder ............................................................................ 74
10.3.3 Creating new folder ................................................................................ 74
10.3.4 Copying and pasting files ....................................................................... 74
10.4 Edit setting limits...................................................................................... 74
10.5 Edit measure limits .................................................................................. 75
10.6 Production statistics................................................................................ 76
10.7 Quality functions ...................................................................................... 77
10.7.1 Store quality data ................................................................................... 78
10.8 User-defined synergic data ..................................................................... 78
10.8.1 Specify voltage/wire coordinates............................................................ 79
10.8.2 Specify valid wire/gas combination ........................................................ 79
10.8.3 Create your own wire/gas alternative ..................................................... 80
10.9 Calendar .................................................................................................... 81
10.10 User accounts........................................................................................... 81
10.11 Unit information........................................................................................ 82
11 ORDERING SPARE PARTS .......................................................................... 84
MENU STRUCTURE............................................................................................. 85
WIRE AND GAS DIMENSIONS............................................................................ 91
ORDERING NUMBERS........................................................................................ 98
ACCESSORIES .................................................................................................... 99
Rights reserved to alter specifications without notice.

1 SAFETY
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1 SAFETY
NOTE!
The unit is tested by ESAB in a general set-up. The responsibility for the safety
and function of the specific set-up lies with the integrator.
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
could result in injury to the operator and damage to the equipment.
1. Anyone who uses the equipment must be familiar with:
○ its operation
○ the location of emergency stops
○ its function
○ the relevant safety precautions
○ welding and cutting or other applicable operation of the equipment
2. The operator must ensure that:
○ no unauthorized person is 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
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
Read and understand the instruction manual before installing or operating.
PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS!

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CAUTION!
These INSTRUCTIONS are for experienced operators. If you are not fully familiar
with the principles of operation and safe practices for arc welding equipment, we
urge you to read our booklet, "Precautions and Safe Practices for Arc, Cutting
and Gouging", Form 52-529 . Do NOT permit untrained persons to install,
operate, or maintain this equipment. Do NOT attempt to install or operate this
equipment until you have read and fully understand these instructions. If you do
not fully understand these instructions, contact your supplier for further
information. Be sure to read the Safety Precautions before installing or operating
this equipment.
NOTE!
Dispose of electronic equipment at a recycling facility!
To conform with the 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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2 INTRODUCTION
To benefit as much as possible from your welding equipment, we recommend that you read
this instruction manual.
For general information about operation, see the instruction manuals for the power source
and wire feed unit.
The text in the display is available in the following languages: English, Swedish, Finnish,
Norwegian, Danish, German, French, Italian, Dutch, Spanish, Portuguese, Hungarian,
Polish, American, Czech, Chinese and Turkish.
NOTE!
There may be differences in the way the panel functions, depending on the
product in which it is installed.
2.1 Control panel Aristo U82
The control panel is supplied with a mounting bracket with screws and an English instruction
manual. A 1.2m cable is mounted onto the panel. USB memory and an extension cable are
available as accessories; see the "ACCESSORIES" chapter of this manual.
Instruction manuals in other languages can be downloaded from the Internet: www.esab.com
1. Connector for USB memory
2. Knob for moving cursor
3. Display
4. Soft keys
5. Menu
6. Enter
7. Knob for increasing or decreasing set
values and setting the voltage, #
8. Knob for increasing or decreasing set
values and setting the wire feed speed, *
2.1.1 Keys and knobs
Soft keys (4)
The five keys in a row under the display have varying functions.
These are “soft” keys, i.e. they can have different functions
depending on which menu you are currently working in. The current
function for these keys appears in the text in the bottom row of the
display.
When the function is active, the key turns white:

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Menu key (5)
The Menu key always takes you back to the main menu:
Enter key (6)
The enter key confirms a selection.
Cursor knob (2)
Use the left knob to move the cursor to different rows in the display.
Plus/minus knobs (7, 8)
The right knobs increase or decrease the value of a setting. To the side of the knobs there is
a symbol, a number sign # or a star *. Most numerical settings can be adjusted with either
knob, although some settings must be made with a particular knob.
2.2 Location
On the reverse of the control panel, there is a
foldout stand that lets you to place the panel
onto a surface and view the display in an
upright position. The stand also acts as a
mounting device, allowing you to hang the
control panel on the wire feed unit.
2.3 USB connection
External USB memories can be used to transfer programs to and from the control panel.
See more in the "Export/Import" section.
The files produced in the control panel are stored as XML files. The USB memory must be
formatted in FAT32.
During normal use, there is no risk of “viruses” infecting the equipment. To eliminate this risk
entirely, we recommend that the memory used with this equipment not be used for any other
purpose.
Some USB memories may not work with this equipment. We recommend using USB
memories from a reputable supplier. ESAB assumes no responsibility for any damage
caused as a consequence of the incorrect use of a USB memory.

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2.3.1 Insert the USB memory
Insert USB memory as follows:
• Turn off the power source's main switch.
• Open the cover on the left end of the control panel.
• Insert the USB memory into the USB port.
• Close the cover.
• Turn on the power source's main switch.
2.4 First step – choose the language
This menu appears in the display the first time you start the equipment.
By default, the control panel is set to English. To select your language, proceed as follows.
Press MENU to open the main menu.
Using the left knob, position the cursor on the CONFIGURATION row.
Press ENTER