Operating instructions ECOS 160/250/315
8 Fusion
8.2.5
Fusion process
The PTFE coating of the heating element must be protected from mechanical damage
and/or dirt. Heating elements with damaged PTFE-covering has to be replaced. Non-
observance affects the quality of the joining.
Danger of burning!
The heater is hot (220 °C)!
Danger of burning hands on the hot heater.
Warning
Do not touch the heater when on.
Use the handles on the heater.
For fusion parameters, see the corresponding welding tables !
EQUALIZATION (fusion bead created on both sides)
1. Insert the heating element into the machine.
2. Move the parts to be joined together, push the control lever in the
"close ><" direction..
3. Until the preset pressure has been reached, remain in this position and hold 15 sec..
4. Slowly move the control lever back to 0 position.
Equalization pressure = fusion pressure
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