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1. 14 4 7 Additional torch holders 15 4 7 1 Precise holder 15 4 7 2 Machine torch holder 16 4 7 3 Precise machine torch holder 16 4 8 Independent holder 17 4 9 Circle 18 SRI CHE CIT t 19 GENERAL INFORMATION 1 GENERAL INFORMATION 1 1 Application The DRAGON Flame Cutting Carriage is designed for cutting steel using oxy fuel torches with a handle diameter in 28 35 mm range 1 10 1 38 The machine performs straight line horizontal cuts with maximum 10 working material inclination The machine is easy to use to transport to maintain and to position in the worksite It contains rear wheel drive and enables speed adjustment The machine can travel on the working material or track With optional equipment it can use two torches and cut holes with radius in 240 1000 mm range 9 4 39 47 1 2 Technical data 7 5mm 0 30 473mm 18 6 182 mm 7 2 GENERAL INFORMATION 28 35 mm 1 10 1 38 7 5 mm 0 30 0 150 cm min 0 59 0 min Dimensions 473 mm L x 655 mm W x 182 mm H 18 6 L x 25 8 W x 7 2 H 16 8 kg 37 0 Ibs 1 3 Design DRAGON Flame Cutting Carriage contains drive system with controller follower arm counterweight and angular torch holder The drive system comprises a g2. TRADEMASTER INDUSTRIAL TOOLS DRAGON FLAME CUTTING CARRIAGE OPERATOR S MANUAL BEFORE USE ENSURE EVERYONE USING THIS MACHINE READS AND UNDERSTANDS ALL SAFETY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IN THIS MANUAL Serial ccccccececececececececececcacaeaeess Date of 1 TRADEMASTER DRAGON FLAME CUTTING CARRIAGE IMPORTED amp DISTRIBUTED BY INDUSTRIAL TOOL amp MACHINERY SALES 18 BUSINESS ST m ww YATALAQLD 4207 AUSTRALIA T F E W 07 3287 1114 07 3287 1115 sales industrialtool com au www industrialtool com au WARRANTY TERMS In addition to any warranties or conditions implied by applicable Statute or Regulations Industrial Tool amp Machinery Sales warrants all of it s products against defective workmanship and faulty materials for a period of twelve 12 months from the date of purchase unless otherwise stated At our option we will repair or replace free of charge any item on the condition that The complete machine or tool is returned freight prepaid to ITM or one of it s authorised service agents as directed by ITM and is found to have a material or constructional defect The machine or tool has not been subject to misuse neglect or damage by accident The fault is not a result of normal wear and tear Written permission has been received from ITM prior to commencement of repair Repairs tampering or modification carried out by unau
3. Never leave machine unattended during operation Hemove from the worksite and store in safe and dry location when not in use WARNING Safety rules must be closely observed STARTUP AND OPERATION 3 STARTUP AND OPERATION WARNING Read safety precautions before starting 3 1 Preparation for Operation Use the handle Figure 1 Item 9 to carry the machine to the worksite Set power switch Figure 2 Item and travel direction switch Figure 2 Item 4 to 07 while coupling knob Figure 1 Item 8 to OFF position Put the torch into the torch holder Figure 3 Item 3 secure with knobs Figure 3 Item 2 and connect the torch to a gas source Position the machine on the working material or track way in a manner to place the torch right above starting point of the cut Then toggle coupling knob to ON Figure 3 Angular torch holder design 1 handle securing torch angle 2 knob securing torch into holder 3 torch holder 4 handle securing follower arm The Angular torch holder enables mounting torches with handle diameter in 28 35 mm range 1 10 1 38 Loosen the handle Figure 3 Item 1 to roughly set the torch angle Use handwheel Figure 1 Item 5 to adjust torch horizontal position by moving follower arm in or out of the machine body STARTUP AND OPERATION 3 2 Operation Plug the power cord into the mains and turn on the power toggling the power switch Figure 2 Item 3 to Il position what will b
4. 475 27 03 00 0 475 36 00 00 0 475 27 02 01 0 Lab ie M SPEED TRAVEL SWITCH POWER SUPPLY 19
5. e indicated by illuminating all segments of the display 8 8 8 After a while the indication will change to Eur if the unit of speed is set to centimetres per minute or to USA for inches per minute Then you will see the carriage speed adjust it by rotating the knob Figure 2 Item 2 It is also possible to perform manual travel of the carriage after setting coupling knob to OFF position WARNING Before you light the torch read its instruction manual carefully To start the cutting process light the torch in a manner described in corresponding documentation of the employed torch Then choose direction of motion using travel direction switch Figure 2 Item 4 The real speed of the carriage will show up on the display To stop the motion set travel direction switch to O position or the coupling knob to OFF To put out the torch proceed according to documentation of the employed torch 3 3 Change unit of speed To change the unit of speed from centimetres per minute to inches per minute or vice versa follow the steps shown in Figures 4 and 5 After changing the unit and powering up the machine the actual measurement unit will show up With the jumper removed the display will show USA message and the speed will be indicated in inches per minute With the jumper in place the display will show Eur and speed will be given in centimetres per minute A size 2 Allen key used to unscrew control panel is not included i
6. ear motor that drives two steel wheels The machine is equipped with a coupling that enables the user to disconnect the drive using a knob Figure 1 Item 8 and then perform manual travel of the carriage Figure 1 DRAGON flame cutting carriage design 1 drive system 2 control panel 3 angular torch holder 4 follower arm 5 follower arm position handwheel 6 counterweight 7 power supply socket 8 coupling knob 9 carrying handle GENERAL INFORMATION Figure 2 Control panel design 1 LED display 2 speed adjusting knob 3 power switch 4 travel direction switch forwards 0 backwards 1 4 Equipment included DRAGON flame cutting carriage is supplied with all the standard equipment packaged in a foam filled cardboard box The included equipment consists of e Flame Cutting Carriage 1 unit Foam filled Cardboard Box 1 unit e Follower Arm of 580 mm 22 8 1 unit e Counterweight of 1 3 kg 2 9 lbs 1 unit e Angular Torch Holder 1 unit e Power 1 unit e Size 2 5 Allen Key 1 unit e Size 3 Allen Key 1 unit e size 4 Allen Key 1 unit e Size 5 Allen Key 1 unit Operator s Manual 1 unit SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 2 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Using the machine is not allowed if 1 NOD Operator has not read Operators Manual or has not completed proper occupational safety and health training Machine is to be us
7. ed in applications not stated in Operators Manual Machine is not complete or parts used for repair are not genuine Power supply specifications do not conform to those stated on rating plate Operator has not checked condition of machine including power cord and control panel components Power supply socket is not equipped with earthing pin Bystanders are present in immediate vicinity of machine Detailed safety rules 1 2 Before you start to work with the machine check the condition of the electrical installation including the power cord and plug Connect the machine only to an installation equipped with a safety circuit earthing protected with a 16 A fuse for a 230 V supply When used on building sites supply power to the machine through a separation transformer made in the second protection class Never carry machine by the cord or yank it to disconnect plug from socket It may cause the power cord to break and result in electric shock Keep the machine dry Exposing it to rain or snow is prohibited Ensure proper lighting in your worksite Never use the machine in the vicinity of combustible fluids or gases or in an explosive environments Transport and position machine using carrying the handle Do not stay underneath the machine when it is placed at heights Plug the power cord into the mains only when the power switch is set to O position Keep the power socket clean Do not use compressed air for cleaning purpo
8. er is designed for torches with diameter of 35 mm 1 38 or different depending on the order equipped with a rack It enables the torch vertical position adjustment using the knob and precise angle adjustment OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 4 8 Independent holder The independent holder can be combined with other holders which enables the use of a second torch independently to the standard torch Hemove the holder clamping block part with two handles before linking to the independent holder The combined holder should be mounted onto the follower arm after previously removing the counterweight or the standard holder Next rotate knob to set the holder in the required position along the arm axis 17 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 4 9 Circle guide The circle guide enables cutting holes in 240 1000 mm diameter range 9 4 39 4 To assemble unscrew the two front screws that secure the carriage bottom plate and mount the bracket with M4x20 screws using a size 2 5 Allen key as shown in the figure Mount the guide to the side wall with M5x16 screws using a size 4 Allen key Set the circle guide pivot above determined centre of the circle and toggle the magnet lever to change the adhesion to the work surface from minimum to maximum circle guide pivot WIRING DIAGRAM 475 35 00 00 0 475 37 00 00 0 Brown m ili s 475 38 00 00 0 SWC 8 P1102 MAIN 1 2
9. in basic version of LIZARD welding carriage 11 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 4 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 4 1 Track way Track way increases the cutting precision by forcing straight line motion of the carriage The length of a single segment is 1800 mm 70 9 and the distance between the rail centres equals 152 mm 6 Connect tracks with M5x5 screws in a manner shown in the figure using a size 4 Allen key 4 2 Longer follower arm Follower arm with the length of 1000 mm 39 4 increases machine range securing handle Set Screw handwheel 12 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT To disassemble the mounted follower arm remove the counterweight by loosening set screw using a size 3 Allen key Loosen securing handle and remove torch holder Then rotating the handwheel move the follower arm out of the carriage body Assemble in reverse order WARNING Using longer follower arm may also require larger counterweight or holder to balance the carriage 4 3 Larger counterweight Larger counterweight with the weight of 2 6 kg 5 7 Ibs provides extra balance when using additional holders a longer follower arm or a heavier torch To disassemble the counterweight unscrew set screw using a size 3 Allen key Assemble in reverse order 4 4 Carriage support The carriage support provides balance when the machine is used with an additional load a longer follower arm or a heavier torch securing handle 13 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT To assemble remove
10. n the standard equipment STARTUP AND OPERATION Use size 2 Allen key to loosen bolts scuring control panel J DRACON Figure 4 Front side of the control panel ERE i Use size 2 Allen key to loosen bolts scuring control panel Figure 5 Back side of the control panel STARTUP AND OPERATION 3 4 Meaning of display messages 8 8 8 Display test Contact service centre to If some segments are not illuminated it investigate the problem indicates a problem with the display EUr Indicates that the speed will be displayed ey S _____ USA Indicates that the speed will be displayed CUM ELO Travel direction switch error 1 Set travel direction switch to 1 Travel direction switch is active forward 0 position or backward direction chosen when 2 Contact service centre powering up Possible switch or controller 2 If displayed during motion it indicates fault a malfunction of travel direction switch or travel direction identification circuit of the controller CFL Motor overload Adjust arrangement of the Motor safe current level exceeded cables that block carriage Carriage stops immediately motion Remove any other elements that block the carriage or its wheels If this message still appears contact service centre 150 Maximum speed in centimetres per minute Maximum speed in inches per minute Table 1 Settings available
11. ses Only use a genuine power cord Replace it with new if damaged Operating in positions other than horizontal is prohibited Never try to manually stop the motion of machine For this purpose set coupling knob to OFF or travel direction switch to O position Mounting torches with a handle diameter outside the 28 35 mm range 1 10 1 38 is prohibited Operate the torch according to all corresponding torch documentation Keep the torch cables from touching the surface they must be suspended to reduce carriage load 17 18 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Always use eye protection helmet shield screen hearing protection gloves and protective clothing during operation Do not wear loose clothing Before every use inspect the machine to ensure it is not damaged Check whether any part is cracked and whether all parts are properly fitted Make sure to maintain proper conditions that may affect machine operation Clean machine after work and the follower arm teeth once a week Perform all maintenance work and repairs only with power cord disconnected from the power socket Heplace damaged parts of the machine only with genuine ones Perform all mechanical and electrical repairs only in service centre appointed by seller If machine falls on a hard surface from a height is wet or has any other damage that could affect technical state of machine stop operation and immediately send the machine to service centre for inspection
12. the torch holder after loosening the handle Mount the support onto the follower arm and secure with the handle then mount the holder again 4 5 Cable holder The cable holder is designed to immobilise the gas and power cables Mount it to the side wall with two M6x30 screws using size 5 Allen key 4 5 Gas Distributor The distributor provides safe gas delivery to the torch 2 2 and 2 3 versions supply gas to respectively 2 hose or 3 hose torches Extended distributors contain a quick gas cut off valve All distributors are available in both imperial and metric versions 2 2 distributor with cut off valve 3 3 distributor with cut off valve 2 2 distributor 2 3 distributor 2 3 distributor with cut off valve OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT To assemble place the distributor into the slot and secure it with M5x45 screw using size 4 Allen Key 4 7 Additional torch holders 4 7 1 Precise holder The precise holder is designed for torches with diameter 28 35 mm range 1 10 1 38 and enables precise torch angle adjustment Use the knob to adjust the torch s vertical position 15 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT 4 7 2 Machine torch holder The machine torch holder is designed for torches with diameter of 35 mm 1 38 or different depending on the order equipped with a rack It enables torch vertical position adjustment using the knob and rough angle adjustment 4 7 3 Precise machine torch holder The precise machine torch hold
13. thorised personnel will void all warranty Consumable items such as cutting tools pilot pins saw blades grinding wheels etc are NOT covered by warranty Our goods come with guarantees which cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law You are entitled to replacement or refund for a major failure and to compensation for other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage You are also entitled to have the goods repaired or replaced if the goods fail to be of acceptable quality and the failure does not amount to a major failure TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 GENERAL INFORMATION eese 3 1 1 Applicaton c 3 1 2 Technical 3 ONES mtm 4 1 4 Equipment included 5 2 SAFETY PREGCAUTIONS inae 6 STARTUP AND 8 3 1 Preparing to 8 9o 9 3 3 Changing unit of 9 3 4 Meaning of display messages 11 4 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT esee 12 Bl ACK WAY rm 12 4 2 Longer follower arm T2 4 3 Larger counterweight 13 4 4 Carriage 13 45 Cable tnos 14 46
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