Axe 400 500 IN Manual EN

WELDING MACHINES
aXe 400 IN
aXe 500 IN
OPERATING MANUAL
ALFA IN a.s. © www.alfain.eu aXe 400 500 IN manual EN 14

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CONTENT:
1. INTRODUCTION .................................................................................... 3
2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS ....................................................................... 4
3. TECHNICAL DATA ................................................................................ 6
4. MAIN PARTS OF THE MACHINE .......................................................... 8
5. ACCESSORIES .................................................................................... 10
6. CONTROL PANEL ............................................................................... 12
7. BASIC SETTINGS ................................................................................ 13
8. SAVE AND LOAD WELDING PROGRAMS - FLASH MEMORY ......... 14
9. MIG/MAG MANUAL ............................................................................. 14
10. MIG/MAG SYNERGY ........................................................................ 14
11. MODE 2T/4T/STEPS......................................................................... 16
12. SECONDARY PARAMETERS MENU .............................................. 17
13. RESET .............................................................................................. 17
14. JOB MENU ....................................................................................... 18
15. REMOTE CONTROL ........................................................................ 19
16. ELECTRODE METHOD .................................................................... 21
17. ERROR MESSAGES ........................................................................ 21
18. GETTING STARTED ......................................................................... 21
19. GETTNG STARTED – COATED ELECTRODE ................................ 29
20. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE & INSPECTION ..................................... 29
21. STATEMENT OF WARRANTY ......................................................... 30
22. DISPOSAL ........................................................................................ 31
23. WARRANTY LIST ............................................................................. 31
ALFA IN a.s. © www.alfain.eu

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1. INTRODUCTION
Dear consumer,
Company ALFA IN a.s. thanks you for buying our product and believe that you
will be satisfied with our machine.
Welding machine may be operated only by trained persons and only in the
technical provisions. Company ALFA IN a.s. accept no responsibility for
damage caused by improper use. Before commissioning please read carefully
this manual .
The machine complies with the appropriate CE mark.
For maintenance and repairs, use only original spare parts. There is of course
a complex of our services.
Welding machine aXe 400/500 IN is designed for MIG / MAG, MMA and
gouging. By the machine aXe 400/500 IN you can weld different types of
connections (butt, single-sided, double-sided, fillet, lap, etc.) using wire from
diameter 0.8 to 1.2 respectively to 1.6 mm of different metals and alloys (carbon
and alloy steels, aluminum alloys, etc.). They are designed primarily to medium
and large industrial facilities where are high demands on ease of use, reliability
and productivity with prolonged use.
Welding machines aXe 400/500 IN are available in:
1. aXe 400 IN COMPACT (H2O) - compact welding machine and the
option of a water cooled torch
2. aXe 500 IN COMPACT (H2O) - compact welding machine and the
3. aXe 400 IN (H2O) - welding machine with separate wire feeder and the
4. aXe 500 IN (H2O) - welding machine with separate wire feeder and the
We reserve the law of adjustments and changes in case of printing errors,
change of technical paramaters, accessories etc. without previous notice.
These changes may not be reflected in the manuals for use in paper or
electronic form.

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2. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1. Use and maintenance of welding and cutting machines can be
dangerous. Please draw user´s attention to follow the safety precautions
to avoid injuries. Welding and cutting machines must be used appropriate
and only by specialist staff. Please inform yourself constantly about the
valid safety precautions and regulations of accident prevention by
working with this machine*.
2. Remove all flammable material from the welding area for fire prevention
before welding.
3. Do not weld at containers which were filled up before with flammable
materials (fuel).
4. All inflammable material in the welding area which could be inflamed by
sparks must be removed.
5. Check after welding the place conforming UVV.
6. Do not expose the unit to rain, steam and do not spray water in it.
7. Do not weld without protection shield. Keep attention to protect other
persons in the welding area against arc-rays.
8. Please use absorbers or other systems to absorb the gases.
9. It is not possible to absorb all the gases correctly please use a breathing
apparatus.
10. Stop operation immediately at a defect or damaging of the mains
cable. Do not touch the cable. Unplug the unit before each service or
repair. Do not use the machine if the mains cable is defect.
11. Place an extinguisher near the welding area.
12. Check the welding area against fire after welding.
13. Never try to repair a defect pressure reducer. Replace the defect
one.
14. Keep attention to connect the ground cable near the welding
location. Welding current through chains, ball-bearing or steel-cables
may destruct or melt it.
15. Secure yourself and the unit at higher or inclinational places.
16. Connect the unit only at mains with correct connection to
ground/earth and at prolongations and sockets too.
17. Wear correct protective clothing, gloves and leather apron.
18. Protect the welding area with curtains or mobile walls against rays.
19. Do not thaw frozen waterpipes or conductions with this unit.
20. In high electrical risk areas (in confined spaces) it is only allowed to
use machines with –sign S.
21. Switch off the machine at breaks and close the valve of the gas
cylinder.
22. Secure the gas cylinder with a chain against falling over.
23. Please take off the gas cylinder from the machine for transportation.
24. Disconnect the plug from the mains before changing the welding

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area or repairs at the machine.

*) Please follow the current safety regulations corresponding to your
country.
UNIT PROTECTION
1. This unit is protected electronically against overloading.
2. Close the side lid before welding.
3. Connect the workpiece with the groundcable to the unit.
4. Remove welding spatter from the inside of the gas nozzle with a special
pair of pliers. Spray with anti spatter spray inside the gas nozzle to avoid
adherence of spatters. Spray sloping to avoid the obstruction of the
gasoutlet.
5. At transportation of the unit only use the purposed transportation
facilities, do not use a fork-lift truck or something similar.
EMISSION OF SOUND
The sound level of the unit is smaller as 70 dB (A) measured at standard load
conforming EN 60 974 at the max. workpoint.
NOTE:
Device complies with IEC 61000-3-12.
Working ambient temperature between -10 and +40 °C.
Relative humidity below 90% at +20 °C.
Up to 3000 m altitude.
The stability of the machine is guaranteed up to 10° inclination under the
following conditions:
a. The machine must be secured against rolling away
b. The wire feed unit must not be mounted on the generator
c. The gas bottle with a maximum height of 0.9 m may be placed and
properly anchored on the platform
It is necessary to protect the machine against:
a. Moisture and rain
b. Mechanical damage
c. Draft and possibly ventilation of neighboring machines
d. Excessive overloading – exceeding tech. parameters
e. Rough treatment
f. Chemically aggressive environments

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ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY
The welding device is in terms of interference designed primarily for industrial
areas. It meets the requirements of EN 60974-10 class A and it isn’t designed
for using in residential areas, where the electrical energy is supplied by public
low-voltage power supply network. It can be here potential problems with
ensuring of electromagnetic compatibility in this areas, due to interference
caused by power lines as well as the radiated interference. During operation,
the device may be the source of interference.
Caution
We warn users, that they are responsible for possible interference from
welding.
3. TECHNICAL DATA
Technical data aXe 400 IN aXe 500 IN
Method MIG/MAG MMA MIG/MAG MMA
Mains voltage V/Hz 3 x 400/50
Fuse A 32 @
Max. effective current
A 29,8 30,3 31,3 30,3
I1eff
Welding current range A 40 - 400 10 - 400 40 - 500 10 - 400
Open circuit voltage U20 V 92.0
Welding current
A 400 400 420 400
(DC=100%) I2
Welding current
A --- --- 500 ---
(DC=60%) I2
Welding current
A 100%=400 100%=400 60%=500 100%=400
(DC=x%) I2
Protection IP 23S
Standards EN 60974-1, EN 60974-10 cl. A
Generator
Weight kg 84,0
Dimensions (W x D x H) mm 474 x 846 x 956
Compact
Wire feed speed m/min 1-25
Spool diameter mm 300
Spool Weight kg 18,0

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Max. pressure of the

Bar 5,0
gas
Weight kg 99,0
The drive unit

Wire feed speed m/min 1-25
Spool diameter mm 300
Spool Weight kg 18,0
Max. pressure of the
Bar 5,0
gas
Weight kg 21,5
Protection IP 23S
Standard EN 60974-5
Cooling Unit
Cooling capacity
kW 0,74
(Q=1l/min)
The total content of
l 5,0
liquid (compact)
The total content of
l 3,5
liquid (generator)
Max. pressure Bar 3,5
Max. flow rate l/min 8,0
Input voltageU1 V/Hz 230/1~50
Protection IP 23S
Standard EN 60974-2
 Attention 
Given the size of the installed capacity, the connection of the device to the
power supply must be approved by distribution companies.
 Attention 
Users are reminded that they are responsible for any interference from
welding.

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4. MAIN PARTS OF THE MACHINE
Picture 1 - The main part of the machine aXe 400/500 IN

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Picture 2 - The main part of the machine aXe 400/500 IN COMPACT

A1 ON/OFF switch
A3 Quick connector (+)
A4 Quick connector (-)
A6 PCB control panel
A7 EURO connector
A8 Wire Feeder

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A9 Spool Holder
A10 Solenoid Valve
A11 Mains Cable
A12 Feeder Holder Feede
A13 Feeder Holder Generator
A14 Quick connector
A15 Connector female
A16 Connector male
A17 Quick Connector male
A18 Clamp for the cable Bundle
A19 Clamp for the cable Bundle
A20 Cable Bundle Inlet Feeder
A21 Cable Bundle
A26 Quick connector W (red)
A27 Quick connector W (blue)
A30 CU aXe Cooling unit
A31 Cup
A32 Quick connector W (red)
A33 Quick connector W (blue)
5. ACCESSORIES
SOFTWARE
The manual describes the fully equipped machine. All of these features may
not be available.
BASIC
1. MIG/MAG method - manual, synergy
2. possibility of connecting the remote control UP DOWN
EXTENSION
1. ELECTRODE method
2. 5 instant memories
3. Menu JOB functions – to store up to 99 JOBS.
INCLUDED IN DELIVERY
1. Power generator + drive unit / COMPACT
2. 3 m long earthing cable with clamps
3. Rolls for wire with diameters from 1.0 to 1.2 mm
4. Reducing for the spool wire 5 kg and 18 kg
5. Hose for gas connection

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6. Water hose
ACCESSORIES ON REQUEST
1. Pressure regulator
2. Gas bottle
3. Wire cleaner
4. Torch holder
5. Spare parts for the torch
6. Remote control UP-DOWN
7. Earthing cable, lengths 4-5 m
8. Connecting cables 2, 5, 10, 15, 20 m
9. Rolls 0,6-0,8, 1,0-1,2, 1,4-1,6, 1,6-2,4
10. Welding cables for coated electrodes
TORCH ON REQUEST
1. torch PUSH-PULL up to 25 m
2. torch PARKER DIGIMIG 501W 3 m – 5 m

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6. CONTROL PANEL
Picture 3 - Panel of the machine

T1 Instant JOB buttons (1-5)
T2 Current encoder
T3 Button for selecting the parameters to be displayed.
T4 Control light Material thickness (mm)
T5 Control light Wire speed (m/min)
T6 Control light Current (A)
T7 Left display
T8 Button for selecting the method
T9 Control light TIG – not active
T10 Control light Coated electrode - MMA
T11 Control light MIG/MAG Synergy
T12 Control light MIG/MAG Manual
T13 Control light Pre Gas Time (s)
T14 Control light Start Current (A)
T15 Control light Upslope (s) – not active yet

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T16 Control light Main Welding Current A (A)

T17 Control light Main Welding Current B (A)
T18 Control light Downslope (s) – not active yet
T19 Button for selecting parameters on the curve T13-T21
T20 Control light Final Current (A)
T21 Control light Post Gas Time (s)
T22 Button JOB
T23 Button Gas Test
T24 Button Wire Feeding
T25 Right display
T26 Control light of Voltage or Voltage Correction
T27 Control light of Wire Speed Correction
T28 Control light of Choke or Choke Correction
T30 Encoder Voltage or Correction
T31 Control light two stroke – 2T
T32 Control light four stroke – 4T
T33 Control light Steps
H1 Torch Remote Control Display
H2 UP-DOWN buttons
H3 Button for changing the function of the button H2
7. BASIC SETTINGS
SETTING THE METHOD - BUTTON T8
Function may not be available, depending on the software of the machine.
1. Short pressing switches between the manual or synergic method.
2. Long pressing (more than 4s) selects the ELECTRODE mode.
GAS TEST - BUTTON T23

1. Long pressing (more than 4s) opens the gas valve for 20 s.
2. To stop, press any button.
3. If you keep the button pressed for less than 4 s, when you release it the
gas valve will switch off the gas supply.
WIRE FEEDING- BUTTON T24

The wire feeder starts feeding at the speed 15 m/min.

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COOLING TEST: +
When long pressing (more than 4s) buttons T23 and T24 at the same time the
fan and pump will start running. To stop, press any button.
8. SAVE AND LOAD WELDING PROGRAMS -

FLASH MEMORY
, , , ,
Function may not be available, depending on the software of the machine.
1. To save a JOB, keep the button T1 pressed until the display starts
flashing.
2. To load JOB press shortly T1 button
9. MIG/MAG MANUAL
1. The left display T7 shows the wire feed speed T5 , the right
display T25 shows voltage T26 or choke T27 .
2. Wire feed speed is set by the encoder T2.
3. Voltage or choke is adjusted via the encoder T30.
4. Voltage or choke can be displayed and set by long-pressing T29.
5. If the torch with remote control is connected, the display on the torch will
show the wire speed, voltage or choke. Use UP-DOWN rocker button to
set the displayed value, round button changes the function. In case the
JOB function is sellected, it is possible switch among the active JOBs by
means of the UD buttons of th torch.
10. MIG/MAG SYNERGY
1. Press and hold the encoder T2 to enter the menu, where u can select the
synergistic curve. The left display T7 shows SYN, the right display T25
shows No. of the synergy curve as P.xx
2. By means of turning the encoder T2 select your synergy curve and
confirm by pressing the encoder T2.
P.00 - Material: SG / Fe wire diameter: 1.0 mm, gas: ArCO2 (82/18).
P.01 - Material: SG / Fe wire diameter: 1.2 mm, gas: ArCO2 (82/18).

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P.02 - Material: SG/Fe, wire diameter: 1,0 mm, gas: CO2.

P.03 - Material: SG/Fe, wire diameter: 1,2 mm, gas: CO2.
P.04 - Material: CrNi 308, wire diameter: 1,0 mm, gas: ArCO2 (97,5/2,5).
3. The left display T7 shows the machine performance (current ,

wire feed speed , material thickness ). The right display
T25 shows voltage.
4. The value of the correction (Voltage , wire speed ) or the
value of the choke is shown on the display T25 only at the time of
selecting the values. (Changing the method using the wire correction is
possible by pressing and holding the button T13). (When you change the
welding power by turning the encoder T2 it will reset the correction, in
other words the machine uses parameters from the factory stored
synergic curves. The machine supports the possibility of maintaining a
user-defined correction when changing the welding power. Switching to
such arrangements must be made by the manufacturer or an authorized
service center.)
5. If the correction is zero, the display T25 on would show voltage value.
6. Button T3 selects the parameters to be displayed on T7 display (current,
wire speed, material thickness).
7. Machine output (current, wire feed speed, material thickness) is set by
the encoder T2.
8. Button T29 to switches between correction of voltage (or wire speed) and
correction fo the choke. (To change the meaning of the correction from
Voltage to Wire speed, keep the button T29 pressed for 4 seconds).
9. The correction (of Voltage, wire speed) of the value of the choke can be
set by means of the encoder T30.
10. If the torch with remote control is connected, the display on the
torch will show the wire speed, voltage or choke. Use UP-DOWN rocker
button to set the displayed value, round button changes the function. In
case the JOB function is sellected, it is possible switch among the active
JOBs by means of the UD buttons of the torch.

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11. MODE 2T/4T/STEPS

1. Press the buton T34 to switch the mode 2T / 4T / steps (synergy only).
2T /4T / steps (only in synergy mode) .
2. In steps mode it is possible to set values of the current and pre and post
gas by pressing the button T19.
3. Press the switch T19 to switch individual parameters, the parameter is
signalized by LED on the curve.
4. During the steps mode, encoder T2 sets the machine performance.
5. The main current MAIN A = B, the starting current START = 1.2 x A and
the final current FINAL = 0.7 x A.
6. During welding, the display T7 shows measured value of welding current
and the the display T25 shows voltage .
7. After welding, on the display will remain measured value (HOLD) for 4
secs.
2T TWO STROKE:
1. Tact – press and hold the button the machine will start welding
2. Tact – release the torch button the machine will stop
4T FOUR STROKE:
1. Tact – press and hold the button the machine will start welding
2. Tact – release the torch button the machine will continue
3. Tact - press the torch button the machine will stop
4. Tact - release the torch button
FOUR STROKE STEPS: (ONLY IN SYNERGY MODE)

A = B (MAINS CURRENTS ARE EGUAL)
the machine will start welding
1. Tact – press and hold the button
with the START current
the machine will continue with
2. Tact – release the torch button
the MAIN current
the machine will start welding
3. Tact - press the torch button
with the FINAL current
4. tact - release the torch button the machine will stop
A ≠ B (MAIN CURRENTS ARE DIFFERENT) BILEVEL
The difference from A = B is in the second tact, quickly pressing and releasing
the torch switches between two main welding currents.

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12. SECONDARY PARAMETERS MENU

+
1. Simultaneously pressing T34 and T2 encoder enters the menu for
secondary parameters.
2. T2 encoder selects a parameter (ISP, PRG, PoG, brn), T30 encoder sets
the desired value.
3. The secondary parameters are the same for either manual or synergy
modes.
Symbol Meaining Range (Default)
ISP (Initial speed) Approaching speed 10 - 100 % (30 %).
PrG (Pre gas time) Pre gas 0 - 20 s (0,1 sec).
PoG (Post gas time) Post gas 0 - 20 s (0,5 sec).
brn (Burnback) Burnback 0 - 75 ms (35 ms)
x.xx (software version
CAL (Calibrarion menu) Calibrarion menu
– for service use only)
4. Press the encoder T2 to confirm the change.
5. Press any button to exit the menu without saving changes.
6. Long pressing of the button T1(1) will show the configuration of the motor
PCB CFG (--- basic, E-- - electrode, --5 -5 easy Jobs, E-5 – electrode +
5 easy Jobs, -99 – 5 easy Jobs + 99 Jobs, E99 – full configuration)
7. Long pressing the button T1(2) will show the configuration of the Control
PCB (on the left display T7 to machine power, on the right display T25
0/1 – the function of cutting the ball off at the end of welding is OFF/ON.
8. Long pressing of the button T1(3) will show the welding time in hours.
13. RESET
”LARGE RESET“
+
1. Pressing T34+T19 at the same time more than 4 s makes RESET –
default parameters will be restored.
2. It will delete saved JOBs!
”SMALL RESET“
+
Pressing T34+T1[5] at the same time more than 4 s makes RESET – default
parameters will be restored. Saved JOB remain.

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14. JOB MENU
Features may not be available (depending on the software of the machine).
SAVING THE JOB (JOB SAV)

1. Long pressing the button T22 (more than 4 s) enters the Jobs Save
Menu.
2. The left display T7 shows JOB, the right display T25 shows the number
of the JOB.
3. T30 encoder sets the number of JOB.
Symbol before the number means:
E. - (empty) - JOB is empty.
n. - inactive JOB (can not switch with the remote control).
A. - active JOB (can be switched by remote control).
4. Press the encoder T2 to confirm the saving of the JOB.
5. Press any button to exit the JOB menu without saving.
LOADING THE JOB (JOB LOA)

1. Short pressing the button T22 enters JOBs Load Menu.
2. The left display T7 shows JOB, the right display T25 shows the number
of the JOB.
3. T30 encoder sets the number of JOB.
Symbol before the number means:
E. - (empty) - JOB is empty.
n. - inactive JOB (can not switch with the remote control).
A. - active JOB (can be switched by remote control).
4. With the encoder T2 you can set the JOB as active (A.) or inactive (n.)
5. Confirm by pressing the encoder T2.
6. Press any button to exit the menu.
When loading the JOB, the display goes off. If everything is OK, the screen will
display stored values. If an error occurs during the loading (e.g. JOB is empty),
the display will show JOB Err.
When the JOB is saving, display blinks several times. JOBs are stored as
inactive (n.).

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15. REMOTE CONTROL

JOB SELECTION WITH REMOTE CONTROL
+
There are 2 software variants available for this machine:
 module with 5 JOBs (code: aXe.IN.5) - limited machine variant where
JOBs cannot be switched by the torch
 module with 99 JOBs (code: aXe.IN.9) - full-featured machine variant
where JOBs can be switched by the torch
1. When the machine starts, this feature is automatically disabled.

2. Pressing T34 +T22 at the same time for more than 4 s activates
operating JOBs by means of remote control on the torch. The display
shows JOB.
3. Pressing T34 +T22 at the same time for short time deactivates
operating JOBs by means of remote control on the torch. The display
shows JOB off.
REMOTE CONTROL FROM THE TORCH PARKER
Picture 4 - Remote control from the torch
H1 Display of remote control

H2 Display
H3 Torch button M for choosing the function

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MAN: Wire speed, Voltage/Choke, JOB (See How to switch on

the remote control of JOBs on below)
SYN: Power, Correction/Choke, JOB
Torch button LOCK lock/unlock the buttons UP/DOWN and M
H4 The UP/DOWN and M buttons get automatically locked when
the torch trigger is pressed.
When the LED is on it indicates UP/DOWN and M button are
H5
functioning.
H6 Torch button UP
H7 Torch button DOWN
Symbols on the torch display H1
Symbol Description
A synergic program is running on the welding machine
Amperage setting (SYN)
Wire speed setting
No symbol
Material thickness setting (SYN)
Voltage setting (MAN)
Correction (SYN)
Symbols on the torch display H2
J.xx JOBs (xx – JOB No)

Choke level (SYN/MAN).
I.xx (Only with firmware 2015 and newer)
ELE Machine is in MMA (Electrode) mode

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16. ELECTRODE METHOD

1. Control light. When illuminates the MELECTRODE mode has been
selected.
2. The welding current is set by the encoder T2.
3. During welding, the display shows measured values of welding current
.
4. After welding, on the display will remain measured value (HOLD) for 4
secs.
5. If the torch with a remote control is connected, is shown on the display
ELE.
6. If the MIG/MAG torch stays connected, the welding voltage will be on it.
17. ERROR MESSAGES

1. The left diplay T7 shows Err, the right display T25 shows number of the
error.
2. To remove the error message, press the encoder T2.
3. ERR 1 - Overheating of the machine. Let the engine cool down, DO NOT
POWER OFF THE MACHINE! Error message can be cleared after the
machine is cooled down by pressing the encoder T2. /
ERR 1 - Power failure, phase missing.
4. ERR 2 - Small liquid pressure. Check the fluid level in the tank or clean
water circuit.
18. GETTING STARTED

Getting started must be consistent with technical data and conditions of use.
TORCH INSTALATION
1. Never connect the torch in the machine if it’s still running!
2. Connect the EURO connector male B2 to EURO connector B1. Then,
connect Quick connector torch W (red) B6 to the Quick connector W (red)
B4 and the Quick connector torch W (blue) B7 to the Quick connector W
(blue) B5
3. When connecting a gas-cooled torch, it is necessary to interconnect the
quick connectors with water hose of the hydraulic circuit. If this condition
is not met, it may result in damage to the pump.

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Picture 5 – Torch INSTALATION
COOLING SYSTEM OF THE WATER-COOLED TORCH

1. Cooling unit A30 is located at the bottom of the machine.
2. In this ALFA IN machine is the pump seal specially designed for the
cooling liquid ACL-10 (pink colour, ordering number: 4600, 5 l canister.
Working area – ambient temperature -10 °C to +40 °C).
3. When using other liquid, it may cause the leakage of the cooling circuit.
The manufacturer's warranty is not applicable to defects in the cooling
circuit when using liquids other than ACL-10.
4. We recommend replacing the liquid completely in one to three years. The
liquid must not be mixed with any other kind of liquid. The process of
replacing the liquid can be found on the internet address
https://www.alfain.eu/static/_dokumenty/1/2/9/7/1/1/Vymena-chladici-
kapaliny1-navod-CZ.pdf
5. Liquid level in the tank must be between maximum and minimum.
(The maximum is the upper limit of the watermark and the minimum is
half the scale on the watermark after complete filling of the water circuit
of the machine.)
If an error message “ERR 2“ - Small liquid pressure lights up during
operation, turn off the main switch and check the liquid level on the
watermark. After turning on the machine perform the cooling unit test. If
the error recurs, the cause of the fault must be determined.

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6. Liquid ACL-10 is not poisonous. However, due to its operation in the

pump, the replaced liquid dispose of as hazardous waste. Do not burden
the environment. In the worst case, take it to a collection yard in the
original canister. You can find the safety data sheet on the link
https://www.alfain.eu/static/_dokumenty/1/3/0/5/4/7/Safety-data-sheet-
ACL-10.pdf
7. Note: When connecting a gas-cooled torch, it is necessary to

interconnect the quick connectors with water hose of the hydraulic circuit.
If this condition is not met, it may result in damage to the pump.
VENTING THE COOLING SYSTEM OF THE TORCH

After filling the empty cooling system of the torch (even in case of extensive
leakage and venting) it is necessary to deaerate a complete circuit.
1. Remove the cover from the coolant reservoir and interconnect the quick
connectors with water hose of the hydraulic circuit.
2. Run cooling test for about 30 seconds.
3. Plug the torch and run the cooling test for about 30 seconds.
4. If the “ERR 2“ – Small liquid pressure shows after you press the torch
button, it is necessary to repeat the procedure.
EARTHING CABLE CONNECTION

Connect the quick connector of the earthing cable C1 to the quick connector
located on the machine C4 (-), secure it thoroughly by turning it clockwise.
Attach the earthing clamp to weldment C2.

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EARTHING CLAMP CONNECTION

Attach the earthing clamp near the weld. It is important to ensure that the
connection with workpiece is as strong as possible.
Picture 6 - Earthing clamp connection
Picture 7 - Earthing clamp connection

 Do not place the earthing clamp on the welding machine or a gas bottle!
 Firmly connect the earthing clamp to weldment or welding table.
CONNECTING TO POWER SUPPLY

Plug the power plug into the wall socket. Circuit breakers must conform to the
technical dates of the machine.

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INSERTING THE WIRE SPOOL

1. Open the wire feed door and loosen nut D2 on spool holder D1. Insert the
wire spool reducer D3 and the wire spool onto it, secure by screwing in the
nut D2. Before that, it must be ensured that the mandrel is inserted into the
appropriate hole in the reducer or coil of wire.
2. If necessary, it is possible to adjust the braking force with the screw so that
the wire does not unwind from the spool after stopping the wire feed.
Picture 8 - Wire spool holder
INSERTING THE WIRE

1. Unscrew the nozzle and the flow die on the burner. Open the wire feed
door. The diameter of the wire must correspond to the size of the groove
on the feed pulley. The size of the groove on the pulley can be read on
pulley E5, lift the nuts E1 and pass the wire electrode trough the cable
E3 and the capillary of the EURO connector E4.
2. Press the pressure rollers E2 and fix with nuts E1.
3. Switch on the machine with the main switch, run the welding torch cable
and press the wire guide button.
4. Adjust the pressure force by turning the plastic parts on the E1 nuts so
that the wire is not deformed, but at the same time to have a regular wire
feed.
5. Press and hold the wire guide button again until the wire appears at the
end of the torch.
Poz. Description
E1 Nut of pressure arm
E2 Pressure arm
E3 Inlet liner
E4 EURO connector
E5 Roll
Picture 9 - 4-roller feed

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Picture 10 – Roller impact on the welding wire
FEED ROLLS
4 rolls
a b
a = 19 mm
b = 37 mm
Groove type Wire diameter Item No
Steel 0,6-0,8 4299
0,8-1,0 4300
1,0-1,2 4301
1,2-1,6 4302
1,0-1,2 4306
Aluminum 1,2-1,6 4307
1,6-2,0 4308
2,4-3,2 4309
Flux core 1,0-1,2 4303

1,2-1,6 4304
2,4-3,2 4305
GAS FLOW
1. Place the gas cylinder on the platform and fix it properly by the fixing
chain. We recommend using bolts and nuts to fix it more safely.
2. Connect the pressure reduction valve on the gas cylinder.
3. Connect the gas hose to gas outlet F8 on the valve and the gas inlet F9
on the machine

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4. Open the F2 cylinder valve

5. Press the button Gas test T23 for more then 4 s
6. Adjust the amount of gas on the reduction gas valve (it is not a part of the
welding machine) by the F7 adjusting screw
Picture 11 - Adjusting the gas flow
ADJUSTING THE MACHINE FOR WELDING OF ALUMINIUM

1. Replace the rollers for rollers with U-profile of the groove (for AL welding)
2. Replace the torch used on steel for aluminum torch or at least replace
the liner for Liner tefl. G6.
3. Replace the capillary from the EURO connector G1.
4. Cut end of the teflon liner G6 so that it is near the rollers.
5. Thread the end of the teflon liner with sustainpipe for teflon and plastic
liner G7 for stabilization.
6. Put the torch on the EURO connector G1 and insert the wire.
Picture 12 – Customization of the feed for the aluminum wire

G1 EURO connector
G2 Rolls
G3 Liner terminal
G4 O - ring
G5 Nut

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G6 Liner tefl.
G7 Sustainpipe for teflon and plastic liner
TABLE OF WIRE CONSUMPTION DURING WELDING

Wire
Range of Maximal Wire consumption
Wire Weight consumption per
wire feed wire feed per 1 minute of
diameter of 1 m 1 hour of
speed speed welding
[mm] wire [g] welding
[m/min] [m/min] [g/min]
[g/hour]
Steel wire
0,6 2-5 5 2,3 11,5 690
0,8 3-6 6 4 24 1440
1,0 3 - 12 12 6 72 4320
1,2 4 -18 18 9 162 9720
Stainless steel wire
0,6 2-5 5 2,3 11,5 690
0,8 3-6 6 4 24 1440
1,0 3 - 12 12 6 72 4320
1,2 4 -18 18 9 162 9720
Aluminum wire
0,6 2-5 5 0,8 4 240
0,8 3-6 6 1,3 7,8 468
1,0 3 - 12 12 2 24 1440
1,2 4 -18 18 3 54 3240
TABLE OF GAS CONSUMPTION DURING WELDING

Gas consumption per 1 hour
Wire diameter [mm] Gas flow [l/min]
of welding [l/hour]
0,6 6 6 * 60 = 360
0,8 8 8 * 60 = 480
1,0 10 10 * 60 = 600
1,2 12 12 * 60 = 720
1,6 16 16 * 60 = 960
2,0 20 20 * 60 = 1200

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19. GETTNG STARTED – COATED ELECTRODE

Getting started must be consistent with technical data and conditions of use.
1. Disconnect the MIG / MAG torch. If it is left connected, the welding
voltage will be on it!
2. Earthing cable cable of the electrode holder connect to quick connectors
A3 and A4, secure it thoroughly by turning it clockwise. Select the polarity
according to the instructions on the packaging of the electrode you will
weld with.
3. Attach the earthing clamp C2 to the weldment. Attach the earthing clamp
near the weld. It is important to ensure that the connection with workpiece
is as strong as possible.
4. Place the electrode into the electrode holder.
5. Turn on the machine with the main switch A1.
6. Long pressing the T8 button selects the ELECTROD method. For
security reasons it is impossible to turn on the machine while this method
is selected.
7. The requested current can be set by the encoder T2. The setting of the
current can be saved in the JOB. The JOB can not be set as active.
8. You can start welding.
TABLE OF ELECTRODE CONSUMPTION DURING WELDING

Weight of
Weight of
boiled
Electrode Range of Total boiled Boiled
electrode
diameter welding electrode electrode electrode
without slag
[mm] current [A] length [mm] without slag time [s]
per 1 second
[g]
[g/s]
1,6 30 - 55 300 4 35 0,11
2,5 70 - 110 350 11 49 0,22
3,2 90 - 140 350 19 60 0,32
4,0 120 - 190 450 39 88 0,44
20. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE & INSPECTION

1. The only routine maintenance required for the ALF range of machines is
a thorough cleaning and inspection, with the frequency depending on the
usage and the operating environment.
 WARNING 
Disconnect the ALF from the mains supply voltage before disassembling.
Special maintenance is not necessary for the control unit parts in the
Welder. If these parts are damaged for any reason, replacement is
recommended.
CAUTION 
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1. Do not blow air into the welder during cleaning. Blowing air into the welder
can cause metal particles to interfere with sensitive electronic
components and cause damage to the welder.
2. To clean the welder, disconnect it from the mains supply voltage then
open the enclosure and use a vacuum cleaner to remove any
accumulated dirt and dust. The welder should also be wiped clean. If
necessary, solvents that are recommended for cleaning electrical
apparatus may be used.
3. Troubleshooting and repairing of ALF welding equipment should only be
carried out only by suitably qualified or competent person.
4. A ‘competent person’ must be a person who has acquired through
training, qualification or experience, or a combination of them, the
knowledge and skills enabling that person to safely carry out a risk
assessment and repairs to the electrical equipment in question.
5. The person carrying out the servicing needs and repairs must know what
to look at, what to look for and what to do.
21. STATEMENT OF WARRANTY

1. In accordance with the warranty periods stated below, ALFA IN
guarantees the proposed product to be free from defects in material or
workmanship when operated in accordance with the written instructions
as defined in this operating manual.
2. ALFA IN welding products are manufactured for use by commercial and
industrial users and trained personnel with experience in the use and
maintenance of electrical welding and cutting equipment.
3. ALFA IN will repair or replace, at its discretion, any warranted parts or
components that fail due to defects in material or workmanship within the
warranty period. The warranty period begins on the date of sale to the
end user.
4. If warranty is being sought, please contact your ALFA IN product supplier
for the warranty repair procedure.
5. ALFA IN warranty will not apply to:
a) Equipment that has been modified by any other party other than
ALFA IN’s own service personnel or with prior written consent
obtained from ALFA IN Service Department.
b) Equipment that has been used beyond the specifications established
in the operating manual.
c) Installation not in accordance with the installation/operating manual.
d) Any product that has been subjected to abuse, misuse, negligence
or accident.
e) Failure to clean and maintain (including lack of lubrication,
maintenance and protection), the machine as set forth in the
operating, installation or service manual.
6. Within this operating manual are details regarding the maintenance
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necessary to ensure trouble free operation.
NOTE 
Warranty repairs must be performed by either an ALFA IN Service Centre,
an ALFA IN distributor or an Authorised Service Agent approved by the
company ALFA IN.
7. As a warranty list serves proof of purchase (invoice) on which is the serial
number of the machine, eventually a warranty list on the last page of this
manual.
8. The manufacturer's warranty is not applicable to defects in the cooling
circuit when using liquids other than ACL-10.
22. DISPOSAL
Only for EU countries. Do not dispose of electric tools together with
household waste material.
In accordance with European Council Directive 2002/96/EC on
electrical and electronic equipment waste and its implementation in
accordance with national law, electric tools that have reached the end of their
service life must be collected separately and returned to an environmentally
compatible recycling facility.
23. WARRANTY LIST

As a warranty list serves proof of purchase (invoice) on which is the serial
number of the machine, eventually a warranty list below, which is filled in by
an authorized dealer.
Serial number:
Day, month (written in words)

and year of sale:
Stamp and dealer signature:

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8. SAVE AND LOAD WELDING PROGRAMS -

10. MIG/MAG SYNERGY

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P.02 - Material: SG/Fe, wire diameter: 1,0 mm, gas: CO2.

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11. MODE 2T/4T/STEPS

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12. SECONDARY PARAMETERS MENU

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14. JOB MENU

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SAVING THE JOB (JOB SAV)

LOADING THE JOB (JOB LOA)

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15. REMOTE CONTROL

1. When the machine starts, this feature is automatically disabled.

REMOTE CONTROL FROM THE TORCH PARKER

Picture 4 - Remote control from the torch

H1 Display of remote control

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MAN: Wire speed, Voltage/Choke, JOB (See How to switch on

Symbols on the torch display H1

A synergic program is running on the welding machine

Amperage setting (SYN)

Wire speed setting

Symbols on the torch display H2

J.xx JOBs (xx – JOB No)

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16. ELECTRODE METHOD

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17. ERROR MESSAGES

18. GETTING STARTED

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