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Econotig R Description Arc Welding Power Source Processes Gas Tungsten Arc (TIG) W elding Shielded Metal Arc (Stick) W elding OM-303 155 795T May 2005 Visit our website at www.
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T ABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1. Symbol Usage 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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OM-303 Page 1 SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING som _3/05 Y W arning: Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions. 1-1. Symbol Usage Means W arning! W atch Out! There are possible hazards with this procedure! The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols.
OM-303 Page 2 Arc rays from the w elding process produce intense visible and invisible (ultraviolet and infrared) rays that can burn eyes and skin. Sparks fly off from the weld.
OM-303 Page 3 1-3. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance FIRE OR EXPLOSION hazard. D Do not install or place unit on, over , or near combustible surfaces. D Do not install unit near flammables. D Do not overload building wiring − be sure power supply system is properly sized, rated, and protected to handle this unit.
OM-303 Page 4 1-5. Principal Safety Standards Safety i n W elding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, ANSI Standard Z49.1, from Global Engineering Documents (phone: 1-877-413-5184, website: www .
OM-303 Page 5 SECTION 2 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − À LIRE A V ANT UTILISA TION som_fre 8/03 2-1. Signification des symboles Signifie « Mise en garde. Faire preuve de vigilance. » Cette procédure présente des risques identifiés par les symboles adjacents aux directives.
OM-303 Page 6 Le rayonnement de l’arc génère des rayons visibles et invisibles intenses (ultraviolets et infrarouges) suscep- tibles de causer des brûlures oculaires et cutanées. Des étincelles sont projetées pendant le soudage. LES RA YONS DE L ’ARC peuvent cau- ser des brûlures oculaires et cuta- nées.
OM-303 Page 7 2-3. Autres symboles relatifs à l’installation, au fonctionnement et à l’entretien de l’appareil. Risque D’INCENDIE OU D’EXPLO- SION D Ne pas placer l’appareil sur une surface inflam- mable, ni au − dessus ou à proximité d’elle.
OM-303 Page 8 2-4. Principales normes de sécurité Safety in W elding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, norme ANSI Z49.1, de l’American W elding Society , 550 N.W . LeJeune Rd, Miami FL 33126 (téléphone : (305) 443 − 9353, site Web : www .aws.org).
OM-303 Page 9 SECTION 3 − DEFINITIONS 3-1. General Precautionary Label.
OM-303 Page 10 3-2. Symbols And Definitions T ig W elding Remote Foot/Hand Control Stick W elding High T emperature Output Alternating Current Direct Current On Electrode Positive Electrode Negative D.
OM-303 Page 1 1 4-2. Specifications A. 60 Hertz Models Rated Output at 20% Duty Cycle W elding Amperage Range AC High AC Low DC Max. OCV Rated Output KV A KW Dimensions Net W eight TIG: (GT AW) 150 A at 15 VDC 150 A at 15 V AC 50 − 165 20 − 50 30 − 160 78 200 V − 60 A (3.
OM-303 Page 12 SECTION 5 − INST ALLA TION 5-1. Selecting a Location ST-158 075 Position un it so air can circulate. For information about sources of high-frequency see Section 9. For carts and caster kits see back of book or contact your distributor .
OM-303 Page 13 5-3. T ypical TIG Connections Ref. ST-157 858-A Y T urn Off power before mak- ing connections. 1 Remote Control 2 T orch Connect to receptacles as shown. 3 W ork Clamp 4 Cylinder Chain or secure cylinder to running gear , wall, or other stationary support.
OM-303 Page 14 5-4. Electrical Service Guide S-0092J . For 230 V models with wall receptacle, 100% duty cycle used to calculate data below . 20% duty cycle used for all other models.
OM-303 Page 15 SECTION 6 − OPERA TION 6-1. Controls Ref. ST-155 790-F 1 Weld Process Switch Use switch to select weld process. In Stick position (down), weld output goes On and Of f with Power switch. In GT A W (TIG) position (up), remote control device turns on and adjusts weld output of unit as limited by Amperage control.
OM-303 Page 16 6-2. Example of Front Panel Amperage Control In Example: Range = DC Percentage of Range = 50% W eld Amperage = 33 A DC Select percentage. Select weld process. Select range and polarity . 6-3. Example of Remote Amperage Control Connect remote control.
OM-303 Page 17 6-4. Process and Material Thickness Guide Label Guideline For Welding Process And Output For Material Material Thickness Material And 22 ga 20 ga 18 ga 16 ga 14 ga 12 ga 1 1 ga 10 ga 6 ga 2 ga − 0.033 in 0.8 mm 0.036 in 0.9 mm 0.048 in 1.
OM-303 Page 18 SECTION 7 − MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 7-1. Routine Maintenance Y Disconnect power before maintaining. . Maintain more often during severe conditions. 3 Months Replace unreadable labels. Clean and tighten weld terminals. Repair or replace cracked weld cable.
OM-303 Page 19 SECTION 8 − ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS SB-154 141-C Figure 8-1. Circuit Diagram.
OM-303 Page 20 SECTION 9 − HIGH FREQUENCY 9-1. W elding Processes Requiring High Frequency high_freq1 1 1/96 − S-0693 1 High-Frequency V oltage Helps arc jump air gap between torch and workpiece and/or stabilize the arc.
OM-303 Page 21 9-3. Correct Installation 1 High-Frequency Source (welding power source with built-in HF or separate HF unit) Ground metal machine case, work output terminal, line disconnect device, input supply , and worktable. 2 Center Point of Welding Zone Midpoint between high-frequency source a nd welding torch.
OM − 303 Page 22 SECTION 10 − P ARTS LIST ST-801 399-D . Hardware is common and not available unless listed. 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 7 32 33 34 35 34 32 36 37 38 39 40 41 11 42 43 45 44 46 47 48 31 2 49 Figure 10-1.
OM-303 Page 23 Description Part No. Dia. Mkgs. Item No. Figure 10-1. Main Assembly Quantity 1 154 335 BEZEL, front 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
OM − 303 Page 24 Description Part No. Dia. Mkgs. Item No. Figure Figure 10-1. Main Assembly (Continued) Quantity 42 PL1 157 958 LIGHT , ind wht lens 28V 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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