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Type 4 Series Flux Cored Electrode Wire Stabilization Ovens Operating Instructions Operating Instructions
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Prior to Use
1. Run oven at 300°F (150°C) for two hours with the vent hole fully open
and the oven doors slightly open. This will help purge the oven of any
contaminants.
2. Contact the wire manufacturer regarding the appropriate temperatures for
holding the spools of wire, specifically plastic spools.
3. If using plastic spools in the dryWIRE® oven, test a few spools in the oven at
the manufacturer's recommended temperature. If warping or core distortion
occurs, turn temperature down 10°F (5°C) and retest. If neccessary, continue
testing.
Amp Draw
Ovens operating on 120 AC voltage draw 8.5 amps. Those operating on 240 AC
voltage draw 4.2 amps.
Wiring
dryWIRE® ovens are designed for AC single phase power only.
Note: dryWIRE® ovens are factory wired for 120 volts and can be rewired for 240
volts. Refer to wiring diagram.
Venting
For normal holding operation set easily adjusted vent on the door about 1/4 of the
way open.
Temperature Settings
The dryWIRE® oven temperature range is 100°F (38°C) to 300°F (150°C). The
thermostat dial has a range from 32°F (0°C) to 300°F (150°C). Required oven
temperature setting is obtained by rotation of dial to line up desired temperature
with indicator light.
The indicator light illuminates only when voltage is being applied to the
heating elements. Momentary rotation past desired temperature setting may
be necessary to activate the indicator light in order to locate it for indexing
purposes.
Thermostat is accurate to +/-15°F (8°C) at the sensing bulb, however, temperature
may vary slightly at different areas in the oven chamber since this is a convection
type oven.
Excess Heat: At maximum setting, the actual temperature in portions of the
oven near the heating elements may reach approximately 400°F (204°C).
Temperatures over 400°F (204°C) are not recommended. They may cause oven
damage and/or unacceptably high exterior surface temperatures.
Product Description
Temperature Indication
dryWIRE® Type 4 ovens are supplied with a battery powered digital thermometer to
indicate the actual temperature inside oven in either °F or °C.
The thermometers are supplied in °F mode. Conversion to °C mode is accomplished
by pressing the button located in the battery holder. This will cycle between °F and
°C. Thermometers are powered by one AA battery.
Replacement of the battery is also covered in the troubleshooting section of this
manual.
Guide to Storage
Once flux cored wire is removed from its initial packaging, the unused portion
should be stored in a dryWIRE® oven not to exceed 300°F (150°C) for coils or wire
baskets, 250°F (121°C) for fiberboard spools or 150°F (65°C) for plastic spools.
Never store wire in its original plastic bag. Precise temperatures for wire storage
and reconditioning should be obtained from the wire manufacturer's technical
department.
Note: Temperatures exceeding this will damage the spool and render the wire
un-usable.
Reconditioning flux cored wire exhibiting weld metal porosity or “worm tracks”
due to moisture absorption by the flux can be reconditioned by rebaking the wire.
The exact time and temperature for rebake are determined by the wire and
the spool material. Wire coils, masonite spools or wire baskets are typically
rebaked in a range of 230°F - 300°F (110°C - 149°C) for a minimum of 6 to 12
hours. Wire on plastic spools cannot be rebaked because of the inability of the
plastic to withstand high temperature. Precise temperatures for wire storage
and reconditioning should be obtained from the wire manufacturer's technical
department.
Another important factor in the storing and rebaking of flux cored wire is the
lubricant on the outside of the wire. Some lubricants can be damaged by high
temperature. Contact the wire manufacturer for possible damage.
CAUTION:
• To provide continued protection against risk of electrical shock, power
cord must be connected to a properly grounded outlet.
• To avoid damage, never place oven in contact with welding current.
• Store in dry location. Unit not to be exposed to rain or moisture.