CARBONE TIG160PDCHF Operator'S Manual Download Page 11

 

A-3                          INSTALLATION                                        A-3 

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS   

Read entire installation section before starting installation.   
 
 

 

 

ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.   

·Only qualified personnel should 
perform this installation.   
·Turn the input power OFF at the 
disconnect switch or fuse box 

before working on this equipment.   
·Do not touch electrically hot parts.   
·Always connect the MACHINE to a power 
supply grounded per the National Electrical 
Code and any local codes.   

     

SELECT SUITABLE LOCATION   

Place the welder where clean cooling air can freely 
circulate in and out through the rear louvers. Dirt, 
dust or any foreign material that can be drawn into 
the welder should be kept at a minimum. Failure to 
observe these precautions can result in excessive 
operating temperatures and nuisance shut-downs.   
 

GRINDING  

Do not direct grinding particles towards the welder. 
An abundance of conductive material can cause 
maintenance problems.   

 
STACKING  

  The machine cannot be stacked.   
     

TRANSPORT - UNLOADING 

Never underestimate the weight of the 
equipment. 
 
Never make the cargo pass or leave it 
suspended over people or things. 
 

 
 
 
 

Neither let the equipment or the single unit fall, 
nor put it down with force. 
Once it has been removed from the packing, the 
power source can be used to move it in the 
hand or on the shoulder.

   

 

 Never lift welder with gas  cylinder attached.  
  Never lift welder above personnel.   

 

TILTING  

Each machine must be placed on a secure, level 
surface, either directly or on a recommended 
undercarriage. The machine may topple over if this 
procedure is not followed. 10

 
ENVIRONMENTAL RATING   

The welding machine power source carries an 
IP21s environmental rating. It may be used in 
normal industrial and commercial environments. 
Avoid using it in environments which have falling 
water such as rain.   
 
Read and follow "Electric Shock Warnings" in the 
Safety section if welding must be performed under 
electrically hazardous conditions such as welding in 
wet areas or on or in the workpiece.   
 
 
 
 
 
 
 

  FALLING 
EQUIPMENT 
cause injury

 

Summary of Contents for TIG160PDCHF

Page 1: ...CHINE Suitable for 1x110V or 1x220V Operators s Manual Safety Setup and General Use Guide REV 2 0 00134 16 Issue Date May 10 2016 Manual No 0 1524 EMPRESAS CARBONE S A Calle 5ta Rio Abajo Panam Panam...

Page 2: ...erformance Should you have an issue or question concerning your unit please contact performance technical support available through the main company headquarters available in your country For best ser...

Page 3: ...______ Where Purchased _____________________________ Whenever you request replacement parts or information on this equipment please always supply information you have recorded above This product is co...

Page 4: ...e information please contact our Support The warranty does not cover improper use maintenance or consumables Do not attempt to alter or defeat any piece or part of your unit particularly any safety de...

Page 5: ...tection is available exclude them from the work area Even brief expo sure to the rays from the welding arc can damage unprotected eyes Always wear hearing protection because welding and cutting can be...

Page 6: ...s nose or throat are signs that you need to increase ventilation Stop immediately and relocate work if necessary until adequate ventilation is ob tained Stop work completely and seek medical help if i...

Page 7: ...materials including rags and spare clothing away from area Keep all flammable fuels and liquids stored separately from work area Visually inspect work area when job is completed for the slightest trac...

Page 8: ...6 Operation Section B Safety precautions B 1 Product Description B 2 Welding Capability B 2 Limitations B 2 Control Panel B 3 Controls and Settings 2 Step and 4 Step Tig Sequence B 3 B 5 Operating ste...

Page 9: ...V 70V Rated Output Current 100A TIG 80A MMA 160A TIG 130A MMA Rated Duty Cycle 35 35 Welding Cur Adjusting Range 5 100A TIG 10 80A MMA 5 160A TIG 10 130A MMA base Current 5A Initial current fixed 15A...

Page 10: ...ional Electric Code Use a Super Lag type fuse or circuit breaker with a delay in tripping action Models with NEMA 6 50P plug may be used with a 50 amp protected 6 50R receptacle or with a maximum 70 a...

Page 11: ...blems STACKING The machine cannot be stacked TRANSPORT UNLOADING Never underestimate the weight of the equipment Never make the cargo pass or leave it suspended over people or things Neither let the e...

Page 12: ...to an earth ground close to the work clamp using one of the following methods a A metal underground water pipe in direct contact with the earth for ten feet or more b A 3 4 19mm galvanized pipe or a 5...

Page 13: ...The Inverter machine is recommended for use on an individual branch circuit 1Also called inverse time or thermal magnetic circuit breakers These circuit breakers have a delay in tripping action that...

Page 14: ...oper procedure on grounding the work clamp and work piece SHIELDING GAS CONNECTION Obtain the necessary inert shielding gas usually argon Connect the cylinder of gas with the pressure regulator and fl...

Page 15: ...der electrically hazardous conditions such as welding in wet areas or on or in the workpiece FUMES AND GASES can be dangerous Keep your head out of fumes Use ventilation or exhaust at the arc or both...

Page 16: ...hes adapted for Twist Mate hoses PROCESS LIMITATIONS The Precision TIG machines are not recommended for arc gouging due to it s limited output capacity and are also not recommended for pipe thawing RE...

Page 17: ...the sequence The machine will open the gas valve to start the flow of the shielding gas After a 0 5 second preflow time to purge air from the torch hose the output of the machine is turned ON At this...

Page 18: ...of the shielding gas The duration of this postflow time is adjusted by the Postflow parameter This operation is shown in 4 step diagram 1 4 STEP DIAGRAM 1 Possible variations of this standard sequence...

Page 19: ...the welding output and this yellow light will illuminate The cooling fans will continue to run to cool the unit during this time The light will go out when the unit cools and the thermostat resets Onc...

Page 20: ...on continuously until the remote control is released WELDING POLARITY DC Electrode Negative Polarity Direct Current Straight Polarity see FIGURE B 4 While Welding there is a continuous flow of electr...

Page 21: ...acteristics appropriate for the application COPPER TIG WELDING Since the TIG welding is a process characterized by high heat concentration it is particularly suitable for welding materials with high t...

Page 22: ...ia EWTh 2 red 2 Ceria EWCE 2 orange 1 5 Lanthana EWLa 1 black 0 5 to 0 40 Zirconia EWZr brown TRI MIX of elements EWG gray Ceriated Tungsten is now widely accepted as a substitute for 2 Thoriated Tung...

Page 23: ...work in a similar manner For simplicity the following explanation will refer only to Ampcontrol meaning both Foot and Hand models The term minimum refers to a foot pedal in the up position as it woul...

Page 24: ...B 10 OPERATION B 10...

Page 25: ...B 11 OPERATION B 11...

Page 26: ...henever the power switch is turned on 5 Turn the power switch to ON 6 Adjust the Current Control to the desired amps 7 Strike an arc and weld NOTE When the Pulse on pulse off MMA switch is set to MMA...

Page 27: ...and automatic amp response needed to maintain the arc when voltage falls below the threshold 6011 Cellulose electrodes may require more arc force control than other rods but each brand and size will w...

Page 28: ...quire no maintenance 7 SPARK GAP ADJUSTMENT The spark gap 020 5mm is set at the factory to a gap of 0 015 inches 0 4mm See Figure D 1 This setting is adequate for most applications Where less high fre...

Page 29: ...This column describes possible symptoms that the machine may exhibit Find the listing that best describes the symptom that the machine is exhibiting Step 2 POSSIBLE CAUSE The second column labeled PO...

Page 30: ...duty cycle Allow the unit to run until the fan cools the unit and the yellow light goes out Machine does not respond no gas flow no high frequency and no open circuit voltage when arc start switch or...

Page 31: ...ay be too large in diameter for the current setting 2 Tungsten not sharp when welding in DC mode 3 Gas shielding may be insufficient Increase gas flow reduce tungsten stick out beyond gas cup 4 Check...

Page 32: ...k Spark Gap operation and setting 0 5mm High frequency spark is present at tungsten electrode but operator is unable to establish a welding arc Machine has normal open circuit voltage refer to Technic...

Page 33: ...ow may be blocked with dirt Check filter screen inside gas inlet fitting to solenoid valve Use filters to prevent reoccurrence 5 Consult your local welder gas distributor If all recommended possible a...

Page 34: ...er diameter electrode 2 Arc too short Excessive spatter 1 Long arc 2 High current Craters 1 Fast movement of the electrode away from piece Inclusions 1 Poor cleanliness or distribution of the Welding...

Page 35: ...chine working elements NOTE This diagram is for reference only It may not be accurate for all machines covered by this manual If the diagram is illegible write to the Service Department for a replacem...

Page 36: ...pipe 1 flow meter 1 Adjustable foot control 1 Operation instructions 1 Certificate of quality 1 No Certificate of quality Name of product PULSE TIG WELDING Type of product TIG160PDCHF Packing No Test...

Page 37: ...electrically live parts or electrode with skin or wet clothing Insulate yourself from work and ground No toque las partes o los electrodos bajo carga con la piel o ropa moja da Aislese del trabajo y...

Page 38: ...e Be und Entl ftung des Arbeitsplatzes Mantenha seu rosto da fuma a Use ventila o e exhaust o para remover fumo da zona respirat ria Turn power off before servicing Desconectar el cable de ali mentaci...

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