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WARNING: Read these instructions before using the machine

WARNING: A suitable welding headshield must be worn during use

OPERATION & MAINTENANCE

INSTRUCTIONS

ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS DL0821 - REV 3

ARC TIG/MMA WELDER

MODEL NO: AT162

PART NO: 6012145

Summary of Contents for 6012145

Page 1: ...instructions before using the machine WARNING A suitable welding headshield must be worn during use OPERATION MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS DL0821 REV 3 ARC TIG MMA WELDER MODEL NO AT...

Page 2: ...uct is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have...

Page 3: ...of the cables for signs of damage Remove the plug from the mains socket when not in use do not leave the machine unattended Ensure the earth clamp is secured to bare metal adjacent to the weld seam a...

Page 4: ...clothing The use of neck protection may be necessary against reflected radiation Arc welding machines generate a magnetic field which is detrimental to pacemakers Consult your doctor before going nea...

Page 5: ...with any of the panels removed NEVER attempt any electrical or mechanical repair unless your are a qualified technician If you have a problem with the machine contact your local CLARKE dealer NEVER u...

Page 6: ...E In effect this means that this product must not be disposed of with general household waste It must be disposed of according to the laws governing Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE at a...

Page 7: ...installed by a qualified and accredited professional electrician A 16A socket and plug conforming to IEC 60309 is recommended A non socketed mains connection also requires welder connection by a quali...

Page 8: ...nnect the welding leads as follows Welding rod holder lead to the ve terminal Work clamp lead to the ve terminal 2 Select the appropriate welding rod and insert it into the welding rod holder The size...

Page 9: ...ectrode on the workpiece As soon as the arc is primed withdraw the electrode from the workpiece to leave a tiny gap of around 1 5mm 1 16 The current will flow across the gap with a crackling noise and...

Page 10: ...o the leading edge of the weld pool to fill the joint This process is ideally suited for welding thin metals such as car body panels pressure vessels heat exchangers pipes etc where accuracy and a hig...

Page 11: ...re regulator on to the gas bottle tightly and attach the gas hose to the inlet connector securely with a hose clip 4 Turn the pressure regulator knob to set a pressure of approx 2 5kg cm2 35 lbf in2 5...

Page 12: ...u finish welding NOTE To avoid a visible strike mark on the surface of the workpiece it is advisable to strike the arc in the joint where the mark will be concealed by the weld Thin sheet and stainles...

Page 13: ...od Dia mm Welding Electrode Dia mm Gas Flow ltr min Mild Steel 20 30 1 0 1 1 6 4 5 60 80 2 1 2 1 6 1 6 4 5 80 110 3 1 6 2 0 1 6 2 4 4 5 100 130 3 5 2 0 2 4 2 4 5 6 130 140 4 2 4 2 4 6 7 140 150 4 5 2...

Page 14: ...heavy deposit which overlaps at the sides It is wasteful both in terms of time and electrode use ELECTRODE MOVED TOO QUICKLY This causes poor penetration with a stringy and incomplete weld deposit Sla...

Page 15: ...rest CLARKE dealer Inverter printed circuit is defective Contact your nearest CLARKE dealer Wrong output current Current selector control is defective Contact your nearest CLARKE dealer Low power supp...

Page 16: ...dition and not cracked 3 Always avoid getting particles of metal inside the machine since they could cause short circuits High Sprays Electrode is too inclined Make appropriate corrections Profile def...

Page 17: ...gy Supply Symbol 4 Welding Power Source 15 Rated Supply Voltage 5 British Standards applied 16 Rated Maximum Supply Current 6 Welding Process Symbol 17 Maximum Effective Supply Current 7 This symbol i...

Page 18: ...com DUTY CYCLE This welder is covered by regulations BS EN 60974 1 2012 where the Duty Cycle X is expressed as a percentage of time the machine may be used in a given period for a specified welding cu...

Page 19: ...r CLARKE dealer Please quote the part numbers shown below AT162 Unpacked Weight kg 5 7 Dimensions l x w x h mm 300 x 132 x 212 Power Supply 230V AC 50Hz Rated Max Input Current A I1Max I1eff A 33 15 8...

Page 20: ...20 Parts Service 020 8988 7400 E mail Parts clarkeinternational com or Service clarkeinternational com EXPLODED DIAGRAM PARTS LIST AT162...

Page 21: ...nce 2 Top Housing 15 Temi160 rectifier radiator 3 Switch 16 Fast recovery diode 4 Cable Gland 17 Control PCB 5 Fan Hood 18 Main PCB 6 Power Cable 19 Base Frame 7 Fan 20 Rubber Foot 8 Bridge Heatsink 2...

Page 22: ...22 Parts Service 020 8988 7400 E mail Parts clarkeinternational com or Service clarkeinternational com DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY UKCA...

Page 23: ...23 Parts Service 020 8988 7400 E mail Parts clarkeinternational com or Service clarkeinternational com DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY CE...

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