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C-MIG 315 

 

COMPACT MIG WELDING MACHINE 

 

OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS 

 

 

 

Version 2014-1 

 

Summary of Contents for C-MIG 315

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Page 3: ...__________ Whenever you request replacement parts or information on this equipment please always supply information you have recorded above This product is covered by 2 years collect and return UK warranty R Tech will cover cost of collection repair and return of item to UK mainland other areas are RTB External items torch earth lead etc are covered by 3 months warranty Any faults damage found cau...

Page 4: ...should perform this installation Turn off input power at the fuse box before working on this equipment Do not touch electrically live parts Always connect the machine to an earthed mains supply as per national recommended standards Select suitable location Place the welder where clean cooling air can freely circulate in and out of the front rear louver vents Dirt dust or any foreign material that ...

Page 5: ...ational electrical codes fro proper grounding methods The high frequency generator being similar to a radio transmitter may cause interference to radio TV and other electronic equipment These problems may be the result of radiated interference Proper grounding methods can reduce or eliminate this Radiated interference can develop in the following ways 1 Direct interference from welder power source...

Page 6: ...le voltage input welders be sure the machine is connected as per the instructions for the voltage being supplied to welder Failure to follow these instructions can cause immediate failure within the welder and void machines warranty WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL Turn the input power OFF at the mains switch fuse box before working on this equipment Have a qualified electrician install service thi...

Page 7: ...r To avoid shock keep the Mig torch in good condition and replace if any of the insulation is damaged Connect the earth lead negative to work bench Connect the gas input hose to gas regulator Set gas flow pressure to 10 14 LPM in drafty or open areas a higher flow may be required to stop porosity of weld Make sure gas bottle is secured machine securely to avoid injury ...

Page 8: ...ELDING SPARKS can cause fire or explosion Keep flammable material away from work area Do not weld on containers that have held combustibles WARNING ARC RAYS can burn Wear eye ear and body protection Make sure work area is protected by proper shielding to avoid injury to passers by Product Description The R Tech MIG is a member of our field acclaimed family of welding products Premium features incl...

Page 9: ...capacity of 315 Amps DC Equipment Limitations The R Tech C MIG 315 is protected from overloads beyond the output ratings and duty cycle as per machine specifications with thermostat protection of the output coils and rectifiers Welding Capability Duty Cycle The R Tech C MIG 315 is rated at 315 Amps at 40 duty cycle on a ten minute basis If the duty cycle is exceeded a thermal protector will shut m...

Page 10: ...tual welding voltage when welding Voltage LED shows actual welding voltage when welding Spot Timer Sets how long spot weld will be Stitch Time Sets interval of stitch weld time Power switch Turns machine on off Power light lights when machine turned on Warning Light lights when fault occurs Overworking of machine overheating Rear Panel 15 Amp Fuse Protection fuse for 110V auxiliary 110V Aux 110V A...

Page 11: ...wire feed pressure rollers as this can cause premature motor and roller failure TIP Correct way to adjust tensioners is to slacken off pressure so that wire does not feed slowly adjust pressure until wire feeds smoothly you should be able to stop wire feeding by holding wire and it should slip on rollers If you have too little pressure wire will slip when welding causing unwanted Burnback into tip...

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Page 13: ...ndition 4 Clean air vents to ensure proper air flow and cooling 5 The fan motor has sealed bearings which requires no maintenance Troubleshooting Service repair should only be performed by R Tech welding trained personnel Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician and machine operator and will invalidate your warranty For your safety and to avoid electr...

Page 14: ... input voltages as per rating plate As Above Fan runs No output form machine and the warning light on control panel is lit Welding application may have exceeded recommended duty cycle Allow the unit to run until fans cools the welder and the light goes out As Above Fan runs Machine does not respond to torch switch The torch switch is faulty Check for continuity on torch trigger wires or replace to...

Page 15: ...d problem persists Contact R Tech Welding for repair Poor weld penetration Check condition of earth lead clamp and make sure it is fitted to clean area on bench workpiece If all recommended areas of fault have been checked and problem persists Contact R Tech Welding for repair Porosity in weld Check gas flow from torch tip if you cant get enough gas flow adjust gas regulator flow if bottle has gas...

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