U.S. Solid USS-HFIH00001 User manual

HIGH FREQUENCY
INDUCTION HEATER
This manual should be made available to all users of this equipment. For best results, and for maximum durability of the
equipment, carefully read and follow all instructions. Failure to do so can lead to serious injury or catastrophic damage to
the user, machine, supplies, or surrounding areas. All safety suggestions must be followed closely, and extreme
precaution must be taken to assure proper use of the equipment by only qualified personnel who have read this guide.

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Contents
I. GETTING STARTED
II. SAFETY NOTES
III. SETTING UP THE MACHINE
IV. BACK OF THE MACHINE DIAGRAM
V. FRONT PANEL DIAGRAM
VI. OPERATING THE MACHINE
VII. MANUAL MODE
VIII. AUTOMATIC MODE
IX. OTHER FACTORS
X. POTENTIAL APPLICATIONS
XI. TROUBLESHOOTING
XII. SPECIFICATIONS
XIII. PARTS LIST
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I. Getting Started
Hello new induction heater user!
Thank you for choosing our induction heater. For smooth and safe
operations, please read and understand this manual. The operation and
maintenance information listed within has been updated as of its printing.
In light of the ever-changing nature of technology, the company
reserves the right to modify specications or procedures for this wire
stripper without notice. The company will not assume any responsibility
for equipment damage or malfunction that is due to improper operation,
incorrect repairs, or use of parts from another company.
The induction heater has passed through rigorous testing. Like all of our
products, it is made with quality materials at an affordable price. This
induction heater is suitable for heating a variety of metals, at a variety of
sizes.
The company provides a 12 month warranty from the date of the sale.
During this rst year, the company is responsible for any replacement parts
needed because of manufacturing or material issues. After this 12 month
period, the company will only replace parts at their current retail cost.
The warranty will only be in effect if all instructions in the manual are
followed fully. The warranty does not cover unforeseeable forces of
nature, or ‘acts of god,’ (re, earthquakes, oods, etc.).
When warranty service is required, inform the company and describe
the problem. When doing so, please include the following information:
Purchase Date, Order Number, Consignee Name, and Delivery Address.
This manual includes basic safety precautions and instructions regarding
installation, operation, and maintenance. Therefore, before operating the
equipment, please read carefully and fully comply with all instructions,
and fully understand the listed product requirements.
This manual does not include instructions for all possible uses or functions
of this machine.
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•Always make sure the machine is grounded.
• Check that the coil is properly tted with a cover to limit sparks and
the risk of re.
•Do not have any metal on your person when operating this machine.
This metal can heat up if exposed to the coil, and could lead to
serious injury in the user.
•Turn off and unplug the machine when making any physical
adjustments or repairs.
•Turn off and unplug the machine when not in use.
•Keep the area around the machine clear and free of any debris.
•This machine should only be operated by adults who have read and
fully understood this manual.
•Never allow operation of this equipment by children..
• Keep ngers and other objects away from the induction coil, as this
can lead to serious injury.
•Be sure that heated materials are placed in a safe place after
heating to avoid re or injury.
•Only use parts from the original manufacturer to ensure safety and
highest performance of the machine.
•Do not touch any of the electrical connections while the machine is
on, as there is risk of electrocution.
•Wear proper safety equipment at all times. This includes gloves and a
mask if melting metals or soldering.
II. Safety Notes
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III. Setting Up the Machine
When rst opening the induction heating machine, be very careful remov-
ing the machine from the box. It is a heavy piece of equipment. The ma-
chine comes with one assembled coil, and one piece of copper tubing
for making your own coil.
Start by connecting the assembled coil to the machine. It is important that
it is screwed on tightly, as water will be running through the coil. Be sure to
use a wrench to tighten bolts.
Once the coil is connected, water inputs and outputs can begin being
routed. Depending on the model you have, the number of water inputs
and water outputs may vary. One hose is provided for you, but it is possi-
ble more hosing will be needed. This can be found at any hardware store.
The Induction Heating Machine does not need a water circulator or water
chiller. In fact, it is recommended to be used simply with clean tap water.
It is important that the water hookup is both pressurized and contains
clean and clear tap water. Excessively dirty water will lead to breakdown
of the machine.
For the water inputs, a splitter may be used so a single water source can
provide water for the whole machine. For the outputs, it is important that
each water output is run separately, with no connectors. Problems can
occur if output hoses are connected to one another.
Once the hoses are setup, the wiring needs to be setup. For the 110 V
model, make sure the wire you use is at least 14 gauge For the 220V
model, make sure the wire is at least 6 gauge. Connect the ground wire
to the designated place on the back of the machine. Similarly for the two
live wires. Make sure there is no wire exposed from the connections, as this
could present a potential re or electrical hazard.
The foot pedal should be hooked up next. The place for the foot pedal is
on the front of the machine, and the foot pedal should be setup on the
oor.
It is important that the machine is setup in a place free of debris and clut-
ter. The oors should also be kept clear. Make sure hoses and wires for the
machine are all secured to avoid tripping hazards.
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IV. Back of the Machine Diagram
Here is a view of the back of the machine. Notice where the water inlet
and water outlet spots are. These may be slightly different based on the
model of your machine. Also note the ground wire screw, which is towards
the bottom of your machine. In the image, the housing is ipped up to
show where you can connect the two current carrying wires.
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V. Front Panel Diagram
Here is a view of the display panel for the machine. Take special notice of
the Warning Lights. These lights indicate a problem, and the machine will
not work if they are lit up. They correspond to issues with power, current,
temperature, and water pressure.
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VI. Operating the Machine
General Operation
The induction heater can be run using either Manual mode or Automatic
mode. When in automatic mode, simply press the start button to begin
the preset programming. When in manual mode, the machine will run
when the pedal is pressed.
Display Buttons
1. Heat- Current is running through the coil as set by the Heat Power Ad-
justment K nob and heating can take place when this light is on.
2. Retain- When lit up, heat is retained using the current set by the Retain
Power Adjustment Knob.
3. Cool- When lit, indicates that current is no longer running through the
coil, allowing for the workpiece to cool down.
4. Power- When lit, indicates that the machine is on.
5. Operation- Will blink green and beep when machine is running and
power is being brought to the coil.
6. Warning lights (Over Volt, Over Temp, Over Current, Water Lack, Phase
Fail)- When one of these lights turns on, the machine will cease operation,
indicating an issue, depending on the light. Either too much voltage or
current is running, the machine is overheating, the water pressure to the
machine is not high enough, or the phase power is failing.
7. Heat Power Adjustment Knob- This knob controls the current sent
through the coil during manual mode, and during the heating portion of
automatic mode. It is recommended to start at a low current when rst
turning on the machine, and slowly increase the current on the knob as
the machine warms up. The more this knob is turned clockwise, the high-
er the temperature of the workpiece will get.
8. Retain Power Adjustment Knob- This knob controls the current when
in heat retention mode. This is only applicable when the machine is in
automatic mode.
9. Heating Time- When in automatic mode, this gives the time in seconds
for heating the workpiece according to the level on the Heat Power
Adjustment Knob.
10. Retaining Time- When in automatic mode, this gives the time in sec-
onds for heat retention on the workpiece, according to the level on the
Retain Power Adjustment Knob.
11. Cool Time- When in automatic mode, this give the time in seconds for
cooling of the workpiece.
12. Time Display- Displays the time of the current phase when in automat-
ic mode
13. Output Current- Displays the output current in Amps
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VII. Manual Mode
When in manual mode, the foot pedal controls the current to the coil.
Adjust the Heat Power Adjustment Knob to the desired level, and press
the pedal to energize the coil. Simply insert your workpiece into the coil
to begin heating. The more the Heat Power Adjustment Knob is turned
clockwise, the hotter your workpiece will get. The timing functions and
the Heat Retain Adjustment Knob do not affect the machine when in
manual mode.
VIII. Automatic Mode
When in automatic mode, heating of the workpiece will be controlled by
the times set in the Heating Time, Retaining Time, and Cooling Time. These
numbers indicate seconds, and can be between 0 and 99 seconds.
Once your desired times are set, simply press the Start button and insert
the workpiece. The coil will be energized at a level set by the Heat Power
Adjustment Knob, and will stay at this level for the duration of the Heating
Time you selected. The Heat light will be on during this period. After that
time has elapsed, the program enters Retaining Mode. The coil will still
be energized, but this time at a level specied by the Heat Retaining
Adjustment Knob for the duration of the Retaining Time you selected.
During this period, the Retain light will be lit on the machine. Finally, the
machine enters Cooling Mode. The coil will not be energized at all during
the duration of the Cooling Time you selected. Once the program is
complete, to run it again, simply press the Start button again. Automatic
mode can be very useful for repeating the same action on several parts.
Similarly, when soldering, brazing, or otherwise needing two different
working temperatures. Automatic mode gives that abilitiy.
IX. Other Factors
There are many factors that will determine the speed and temperature of
the heating process. While the adjustment knobs do control current, the
heating is also dependent on the material of the workpiece, the thickness
of the workpiece, the shape of the coil, the number of turns in the coil,
and the area of the turns within the coil. If using your own coil, it is recom-
mended to try different heat settings to make sure the machine is calibrat-
ed to your exact purpose.
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Application Type Notes
Welding If induction welding non-metallic
workpieces, will need to embed
in metal or use metal coating for
proper heating.
Brazing Be sure to use ux to protect the
surfaces being brazed. Using
Automatic mode is particularly
helpful for brazing, as it allows for
two different currents: the heating
current, and then the retention
current.
Sealing This can be used to seal and cap
different machines. Be aware of
the type of metal being used in
the seal.
Hardening Many metals can be heat treated
to induce hardening. Most often
this process requires quenching
right after heating, so have a
quenching station available.
Annealing Some heat treated metals actually
end up softer. This is true of brass.
Be aware of the type of metal you
are heat treating as they can have
different end results.
Soldering Much like brazing, clean the sur-
faces to be used. Be aware solder
can melt very quickly.
X. Potential Applications
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XI. Troubleshooting
Problem: The machine will not power on.
Causes:
•The circuit breaker is tripped.
•The fuse is blown.
•The connections between the power supply and the machine are
loose.
•The outlet does not have power.
Solutions:
•Reset the circuit breaker.
•Replace the fuse.
•Unplug machine and tighten connections.
•Make sure there is power coming into the machine.
Problem: Water lack light comes on.
Causes:
•Lack of water pressure.
•Leak in hose.
Solutions:
•Make sure water is coming in pressurised from the source.
•Fix any leaks in the water hoses.
Problem: Over voltage light comes on.
Cause:
•The machine is not hooked up to the proper voltage.
Solutions:
•Make sure the machine is hooked up to the appropriate voltage,
based on the model.
Problem: Over current light comes on.
Cause:
•Internal machine issue.
•Coil design issue.
Solution:
•Contact the manufacturer.
•Make sure coil does not have too many turns, too much area, or oth-
er design issues.
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Problem: Phase fail light comes on.
Cause:
• Lack of 3 phases supply in 3 phase models (00005 and 00008)
Solution:
•Make sure 3 phase voltage is hooked up to the machine.
Problem: Over temperature light comes on.
Cause:
•Machine has overheated.
•Water is too hot.
Solutions:
•Give the machine time to cool off and then restart.
•Make sure water is cool enough when entering the machine. Remember
to always use cool, clean water in the machine.
Problem: Clicking and beeping when attempting to start the machine.
Cause:
•Coil not properly connected.
•Improper coil design.
Solution:
•Check the connections between the coil and the machine.
•Make sure the coil does not have too many turns or too much area
enclosed within it.
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Model USS- HFIH00001 HFIH00005 HFIH00008
Maximum Out-
put Power 15kW 30kW 40kW
Input Voltage 110/220V 480V (3 Phase) 480V (3 Phase)
Fluctuating Fre-
quency 30-80kHz 30-80kHz 30-80kHz
Output
Current 200-600A 400-1500A 400-1800A
Water
Temperature
Protection Point
40° C 40° C 40° C
Flow Rate of
Cooling Water 7.5 L/Min 7.5 L/Min 7.5 L/Min
Minimum Wire
Gauge 14 gauge 6 gauge 6 gauge
Weight 25 kg 35 kg 36 kg
Extension
Weight Not Applicable 30 kg 35 kg
Main
Dimensions (in) 22 x 9 x 19 24 x 10 x 21 24 x 10 x 21
Extension Di-
mensions Not Applicable 18 x 10 x 15 20 x 10 x 17
Flow Rate of
Cooling Water 7.5 L/Min 7.5 L/Min 7.5 L/Min
Timer Settings 0-99 Seconds 0-99 Seconds 0-99 Seconds
XII. Specications
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Upon receipt of this machine, please take out and verify the
presence of all of the following parts:
Basic Parts Quantity
Induction Heating Machine 1
Copper Coil 1
Instruction Manual 1
Copper Tubing to construct
your own Coil
1 (~5 ft in length)
Hose 1 (~32 feet in length)
Foot Pedal 1
Additional Parts
Customized Coil if requested and ordered online
Machine extension for Models USS-HFIH00005 and USS-HFIH00008
XIII. Parts List
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