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CERTIFICATE OF GUARANTEE

This product is guaranteed for a period of 1 Year, with effect from the date of purchase and applies
only to the original purchaser. This guarantee only applies to defects arising from, defective materials
and or faulty workmanship that become evident during the guarantee period only and does not
include consumable items. The manufacturer will repair or replace the product at their discretion
subject to the following. That the product has been used in accordance with the guidelines as
detailed in the product manual and that it has not been subjected to misuse, abuse or used for a
purpose for which it was not intended. That it has not been taken apart or tampered with in any way
whatsoever or has been serviced by unauthorised persons or has been used for hire purposes.
Transit damage is excluded from this guarantee, for such damage the transport company is
responsible. Claims made under this guarantee must be made in the first instance, directly to the
retailer within the guarantee period. Only under exceptional circumstances should the product be
returned to the manufacturer. In this case it shall be the consumer’s responsibility to return the
product at their cost ensuring that the product is adequately packed to prevent transit damage and
must be accompanied with a brief description of the fault and a copy of the receipt or other proof of
purchase. The manufacturer shall not be liable for any special, exemplary, direct, indirect, incidental,
or consequential loss or damage under this guarantee. This guarantee is in addition to and does not
affect any rights, which the consumer may have by virtue of the Sale of Goods Act 1973 as
amended 1975 and 1999.

INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this product which has passed through our extensive quality assurance
process. Every care has been taken to ensure that it reaches you in perfect condition. However, in
the unlikely event that you should experience a problem, or if we can offer any assistance or advice
please do not hesitate to contact our customer care department. For details of your nearest
customer care department please refer to the telephone numbers at the back of this manual.

Safety First

Before attempting to operate this product the following basic safety precautions should always be
taken to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury. It is important to read the
instruction manual to understand the application, limitations and potential hazards associated with
this product.

HELPLINE & SPARE PARTS

In the unlikely event of a defect occurring please contact our Helpline.
Office hours: Monday - Friday 9:00am – 5:00pm.
Telephone Number 0344 264 2485

Summary of Contents for IM-MMA130-IWK

Page 1: ...bove is in conformity with the relevant statutory requirements 6 References to the relevant designated standards used or references to the other technical specifications in relation to which conformit...

Page 2: ...Always Read Instruction Manual Retain for Future Reference IM MMA130 IWK 130A MMA WELDER...

Page 3: ...dequately packed to prevent transit damage and must be accompanied with a brief description of the fault and a copy of the receipt or other proof of purchase The manufacturer shall not be liable for a...

Page 4: ...onal injury CAUTION CAUTION without the safety alert symbol is used to address practices not related to personal injury Before attempting to operate the machine it is essential that you read this manu...

Page 5: ...are also live when power is on In semiautomatic or automatic wire welding the wire wire reel drive roll housing and all metal parts touching the welding wire are electrically live Incorrectly installe...

Page 6: ...rth currents safely Equipment made electrically LIVE by stray current may shock possibly fatally Do NOT EARTH to electrical conduit or to a pipe carrying ANY gas or a flammable liquid such as oil or f...

Page 7: ...ne particulate material The fume is mostly oxides of the metals including any alloying elements but it also contains gases produced in the arc such as ozone or oxides of nitrogen and decomposition pro...

Page 8: ...ut Move the work if practicable to an area free of combustibles Avoid paint spray rooms dip tanks storage areas ventilators If the work cannot be moved move combustibles at least 10M away out of reach...

Page 9: ...ammables within 35 ft 10 7 m of the welding arc If this is not possible tightly cover them with approved covers 4 Be alert that welding sparks and hot materials from welding can easily go through smal...

Page 10: ...Lift unit with handle on top of case 2 Use handcart or similar device of adequate capacity 3 If using a fork lift vehicle place and secure unit on a proper skid before transporting Optical Radiation T...

Page 11: ...SAFETY INFORMATION 10...

Page 12: ...EMF fields from the welding circuit 5 Route the electrode and work cables together Secure them with tape when possible 6 Never coil the electrode lead around your body 7 Do not place your body between...

Page 13: ...terials from the work area Ensure adequate ventilation in areas where welding is being performed Do not weld on containers or pipes that hold or have held flammable liquid or gases danger of explosion...

Page 14: ...at any person or animal 18 NEVER touch the torch nozzle until the welder is switched OFF and the nozzle has been allowed to cool off 19 NEVER connect disconnect or attempt to service the torch until t...

Page 15: ...create sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes c Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool Distractions can cause you to lose control 2 Electrical Safety a Power tool plugs must...

Page 16: ...be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired c Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing power tools Such preventive sa...

Page 17: ...the machine away from radio controlled machinery Normal operation may adversely affect the operation of nearby radio controlled machinery which may result in injury or equipment damage Read the sectio...

Page 18: ...g Flexible metallic conduit is generally not suitable 8 When the welder is enclosed in a metal building several earth driven electrical grounds connected as in 5b above around the periphery of the bui...

Page 19: ...acement fuse covers can be obtained from your local dealer or most electrical stockists Fuse Rating The fuse in the plug must be replaced with one of the same rating 13 amps and this replacement must...

Page 20: ...VRD On Off button 12 MMA TIG selector button 13 Earth clamp attachment point Technical specification Input power 230V 50Hz Phase 1 Rated input current 29 2A Electrode size 1 6 3 2mm Rated no load vol...

Page 21: ...o not let children play with empty plastic bags due to the risk of suffocation MMA ASSEMBLY ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill Keep the electrode holder and cable insulation in good condition Do not touch electr...

Page 22: ...recommend you seek training from an experienced person CAUTION This manual is a basic guide to welding We recommend you purchase a good quality publication on welding or if you have internet access vi...

Page 23: ...ower supply until you are ready to start welding Practice welding on a piece of scrap material Voltage Reduction Device A voltage reduction device VRD is a hazard reduction device that lowers the weld...

Page 24: ...your hand Be sure the insulation on your cable and electrode holder is not faulty otherwise you are risking an electric shock StrikingThe Arc Holding a face mask in front of your face stroke the elec...

Page 25: ...away At the same time the electrode has to move along the plate to form a bead The electrode is directed at the weld pool at about 20 from the vertical The rate of travel has to be adjusted so that a...

Page 26: ...ne Rutile Electrodes contain a high proportion of titanium oxide rutile in the coating Titanium oxide promotes easy arc ignition smooth arc operation and low spatter These electrodes are general purpo...

Page 27: ...rather that warm Under these conditions and in original packaging electrode storage time is practically unlimited It should be noted that electrodes are now available in hermetically sealed packs whi...

Page 28: ...an no longer be cleaned it will need to be replaced Unscrew the nozzle and replace it with a new one Always try to avoid getting particles of metal inside the machine since they could cause short circ...

Page 29: ...on does not allow correct electrode angle Electrode too large for joint Insufficient deposit time at edge of weave Reduce the control knob until welding current is reasonably constant while prohibitin...

Page 30: ...roat thickness Weld current is too high Improper welding polarity Long Arc Length Weld current is too high Use larger electrodes and preheat the plate Increase welding current Adjust angle so the weld...

Page 31: ...ting E 3 message is displayed on the digital display The rated current of the electrode holder is smaller than its actual working current No input power Replace it Check if any loose contact exists in...

Page 32: ...t Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential adverse effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate...

Page 33: ...rodes 50Hz Nominal mains frequency Diameter of electrodes U0 No load voltage A V to A V Range of output X Duty cycle I2 Conventional welding current U2 Conventional load voltage U1 Mains voltage I1 ma...

Page 34: ...facilities exist Check with your Local Authority or retailer for recycling advice Warning Electrical welding process uV Protect operator and passer bye from the effect of uV radiation This can cause...

Page 35: ...34 WIRING DIAGRAM...

Page 36: ...e relevant harmonised standards used or references to the other technical specifications in relation to which conformity is declared 7 The person authorized to compile the technical file Name S rgio F...

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