TorchWizard Manual EL NCS A AC 20 v2 3 Web
TorchWizard Manual EL NCS A AC 20 v2 3 Web
& OPERATION
MANUAL
Installation,
Maintenance
and Warranty
Information
Models
EL-NCS-A-20
EL-NCS-AC-20
EL-NCS-AVBC-12
EL-NCS-AVB-12S
EL-NCS-AVB-LV
TABLE OF CONTENTS
1.0 INTRODUCTION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1
1.1 Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
1.2 Product Registration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.3 Model Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
1.4 Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
2.0 INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.1 Mounting the Torch Wizard® . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
2.2 Pneumatic Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.3 Electrical Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
2.4 Adjusting the V-Block . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
2.5 Reamer Adjustment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
2.6 Anti-Spatter Dispensing . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
2.7 Sequence of Operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
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1.0 INTRODUCTION
This guide is designed to assist the user whose primary responsibility is to maintain and operate the Torch Wizard® Nozzle
Cleaning Station. This manual provides specific information on installation, safety, basic operation, and maintenance.
Please read, understand and follow all safety procedures.
Torch Wizard® Nozzle Cleaning Stations offer fast and efficient cleaning cycle times for high production rates. The anti-spatter
solution is applied via a venturi style sprayer on the front of the reamer.
The complete sequence of the Torch Wizard® Nozzle Cleaning Station must be started and controlled by a robot controller,
programmable logic controller (PLC), or some other superior control system. See sequence of operations on page 8 for details.
In order to obtain the optimum cleaning performance, the interior of the nozzle should be sprayed with Blue Magic® or
Blue Chill® Anti-Spatter after cleaning.
1.1 WARRANTY
TWO YEAR EXTENDED WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS: ELCo Enterprises, Inc. (hereinafter “ELCo”) shall warrant the
Torch Wizard® Nozzle Cleaning Station (hereinafter “Torch Wizard”) to be free of defects in material and/or workmanship
for two (2) years from the date of shipment to the Buyer. This two year warranty requires the exclusive use of Blue Magic®
or Blue Chill® Anti-Spatter (or other anti-spatter supplied by ELCo Enterprises), along with an ELCo-supplied Filter/
Regulator/Lubricator (FRL) with auto-drain. The warranty shall cover 100% of all parts and labor with the exception
of misuse, abuse, neglect and typical consumables as determined by ELCo. Failure to follow proper installation and
maintenance procedures specified in this operation manual will void this warranty. This includes the use of a Filter/
Regulator/Lubricator (FRL) without auto-drain functionality. ELCo will, at its option, repair, replace or issue a credit for
the value of the defective Torch Wizard®. The use of anti-spatter agents other than Blue Magic® or Blue Chill® and non-ELCo
parts and/or consumables with the Torch Wizard® may damage or limit the performance of the Torch Wizard® and will void
this extended warranty on all components.
ONE YEAR LIMITED WARRANTY TERMS AND CONDITIONS: For units using anti-spatter agents other than Blue Magic® or
Blue Chill®, ELCo Enterprises, Inc. shall warrant the Torch Wizard® Nozzle Cleaning Station to be free of defects in material
and/or workmanship for one (1) year from the date of shipment to the Buyer. The warranty shall cover 100% of all parts and
labor with the exception of misuse, abuse, neglect and typical consumables as determined by ELCo. This limited warranty
excludes all sprayer components, which are warranted to be free from defects and/or workmanship for 90 days from the
date of shipment to the buyer. Failure to follow proper installation and maintenance procedures specified in this
operation manual will void this warranty. This includes the use of a Filter/Regulator/Lubricator (FRL) without auto-
drain functionality. ELCo will, at its option, repair, replace or issue a credit for the value of the defective Torch Wizard®.
Buyer accepts all responsibility for compliance with any/all Local, State and Federal Laws or Regulations including
Regulations of Foreign Governments.
No equipment shall be returned to ELCo without a Return Authorization Number from ELCo. Upon evaluation and
determination of warranty, replacements or repairs will be sent to the Buyer. If a replacement is needed immediately, a
purchase order is required to cover the cost of the product until the warranty is determined.
ELCo’s warranty is limited to replacing any goods that are proved to be defective and ELCo in no event shall have any
liability for paying incidental or consequential damages including and without limitation, damages resulting in personal or
bodily injury or death, or damages to, or loss of use of any property. Notwithstanding any of these terms and conditions,
the warranties set forth shall apply in connection with any sales of goods, services or design by ELCo and are in lieu of all
other warranties, express or implied, including warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
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1.4 SAFETY
The Torch Wizard® Nozzle Cleaning Station is designed to be safe to operate, provided the user reads, understands and
adheres to the safety precautions listed below. Failure to adhere to these precautions may result in personal injury and/or
damage to the equipment.
1. Do not remove or deface any labels that are attached to the unit.
2. Ensure that all equipment in the area is disabled and locked out prior to entering the work zone where the
Torch Wizard® is located.
3. Ensure that all electrical and air power is disconnected prior to performing any maintenance on the Torch Wizard®.
4. Keep hands and face away from clamp, reamer and spray operating space during both automatic and manual operation.
5. Ensure that all electrical and pneumatic connections comply with the codes relevant to the country and/or state where
the Torch Wizard® is installed.
6. Do not exceed the specified operating air pressure.
7. Ensure that there is no equipment (e.g., robot) in the Torch Wizard® prior to shutting down the system.
8. Additional safety information can be found at the following websites:
▶ osha-slc.gov/SLTC/robotics/index.html
▶ ansi.org
▶ nfpa.org
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2.0 INSTALLATION
Internal Optional Wire Cutter Anti-spatter Reservoir
Access Panel Location
Venturi Style
Anti-spatter
Sprayer
Motor
Slide-Up
Reamer
Anti-spatter
Blade
Purge
Motor
Cover Latch
Figure 1: Torch Wizard Components with Venturi Style Anti-spatter Spray System (EL-NCS-A-20 shown)
2.1 MOUNTING THE TORCH WIZARD® BOLT PATTERN (same for all models)
Select a location within the robotic workcell that
provides the robot with the shortest approach points.
It is important to consider the robot work envelope
and any fixed obstructions or potential interference.
▶ Mount the Torch Wizard® to a stable platform
that is parallel to the floor for best results
(an optional stand is available). Use the
(4) 11/32 mounting holes provided on
base of the Torch Wizard® to secure the
unit to the platform.
▶ It is recommended that (4) M8 – 1.25 SHCS
(Socket Head Cap Screws) are used to
mount the Torch Wizard® to the platform
(the optional stand provides M8 – 1.25
tapped holes for mounting).
Figure 2
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Use of unfiltered, dirty air may result in damage to the unit and will void the warranty.
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5
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Figure 4
Figure 5
The Torch Wizard® Nozzle Cleaning Station incorporates an adjustable V-Block feature. This feature eliminates the need to
replace the V-Block when changing to different diameter gas nozzles. To adjust the V-Block, follow the procedure below (along
with Figs. 4 and 5). Ensure that there is no air pressure or electrical power to the unit before performing this procedure.
1. Open the Stainless Steel Guard (2) by unlocking the latch.
2. Install the reamer blade (7). Use the slim profile wrench provided to hold the
motor in place when securing the reamer blade.
3. Loosen Set Screw (3).
4. Loosen the Low Head Socket Head Cap Screw in the clamp (4).
5. Adjust the V-Block (6) using the Adjuster Screw (5) so that when the air motor
is at its upper point, the reamer is centered in the gas nozzle. To check this,
hold a gas nozzle in V-Block and raise the air motor slide by hand. The graphic above represents the approximate location
of the V-Block when set up for a gas nozzle with a 1 inch
6. Tighten Low Head Socket Head Cap Screw (4). outside diameter.
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Positioning Robot
The robot must be positioned such that the O.D. of the nozzle rests evenly against the V-Block. Failure to program the
robot so that the nozzle rests against the V-Block could result damage to the robot due to reactionary forces transmitted
to the robot axes when the nozzle is clamped with the air cylinder.
See page 13 for the electrical schematic for your Torch Wizard® model.
WARNING: Ensure that the adjustable V-Block and the air motor have been correctly set prior to positioning the robot
and running the Torch Wizard® in the automatic mode. Refer to sections 2.4 Adjusting V-Block and 2.5 Reamer Adjustment.
Failure to adjust these two items properly will result in damage to Torch Wizard® and possibly the robot.
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Figure 7c
Anti-spatter Adjustment
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Instructions
1. Install the two mufflers 5. Insert the wire cutter
and push-to-lock fitting solenoid plug (labeled
into the valve assembly “wire cutter sol.”) into
as shown. the right side of the
valve assembly.
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10. Cut two pieces of approx. 10" tubing. Insert the first piece of tubing into the front hole on
cleaning station (Fig. 10a) and install into the push-to-lock fitting on the left side of the
valve assembly (port B) (Fig. 10b).
Figure C Figure D
11. Insert the second piece of tubing into the back hole on cleaning station (Fig. 11a) and install
into the push-to-lock fitting on the right side of the valve assembly (port A) (Fig. 11b).
Figure E Figure F
12. Install the wire cutter by securing the two mounting bolts with a 5 mm Allen wrench.
13. Using a pair of needle-nose pliers, firmly push in the two air lines into the push-to-lock
fittings on the wire cutter (Figs. 13a and 13b).
Figure G Figure H
14. Re-install the steel cover on the wire cutter using the two screws to secure cover back in
place (Fig. 14).
15. Test wire cutter functionality per the instructions in the Torch Wizard® Cleaning Station
operation manual.
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4mm M6
screws Wire Back Clamping
Plate Block
Grease Zirc
Wire Location
5 mm M6 Spring
screw
Cutting
Blade
Figure 8: Wire Cutter, Exterior View Figure 9: Wire Cutter, Interior View
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Check Wire Cutter Functionality and Inspect Blade for Wear Weekly
Inspect Cleaning Station for Excess Debris, Wipe Down if Needed Weekly
* It is recommended to document the frequency of these tasks as it will vary based on your welding application.
MGQM25-50 Guided Air Actuator (Motor slide up/down) 1 per 100 cleaning stations
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ELCo Enterprises, Inc. • Jackson, Michigan USA
Service & Support: 517.782.8040
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