Xcel-Arc Viper ARC140V Operator'S Manual Download

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Please read and understand this instruction manual carefully

before the installation and operation of this equipment.

ARC140V - ARC160V

DC INVERTER WELDERS

OPERATORS MANUAL

Summary of Contents for Viper ARC140V

Page 1: ...1 Please read and understand this instruction manual carefully before the installation and operation of this equipment ARC140V ARC160V DC INVERTER WELDERS OPERATORS MANUAL...

Page 2: ...erformance and interface between man and machine should be Within our team are specialist welders that have a proven history of welding knowledge and exper tise giving vital input towards ensuring tha...

Page 3: ...rotected from hot metal and sparks Frequently inspect input power cable for wear and tear replace the cable immediately if damaged bare wiring is dangerous and can kill Do not use damaged under sized...

Page 4: ...explode Because gas cylinders are normally part of the welding process be sure to treat them carefully CYLINDERS can explode if damaged Protect gas cylinders from excessive heat mechanical shocks phy...

Page 5: ...rking to bring down the temperature inside the equipment The machine will be ready for use again when the internal temperature reaches safe level 2 3 Over Voltage Supply Regarding the power supply vol...

Page 6: ...ith DC Scratch Start Tig capability and connection of the XA17V Tig torch allows DC Tig welding of steel stainless steel bronze and copper The VIPER 140 is an exceptional machine for the price and is...

Page 7: ...ydrogen The VIPER160 is also equipped with DC Scratch Start Tig capability and connection of the XA17V Tig torch allows DC Tig welding of steel stainless steel bronze and copper The VIPER160 is an exc...

Page 8: ...ol Dial Negative Output Terminal Positive Output Terminal Primary Power LED Thermal Alarm LED Primary Input Power Lead On Off Power Switch Rear Machine Layout Description Front Machine Layout Descript...

Page 9: ...work to create the arc and hold the electrode steady to maintain the arc 6 Hold the electrode slightly above the work piece to maintain the arc while travelling at an even speed to create and even we...

Page 10: ...ross the arc into the molten pool and becomes the deposited weld metal The deposit is covered and protected by a slag which comes from the electrode coating The arc and the immediate area are envelope...

Page 11: ...length no greater than the diameter of the core wire Electrode Angle The angle that the electrode makes with the work is important to ensure a smooth even transfer of metal When welding in down hand...

Page 12: ...it 4 Connect the gas line of the Tig torch to regulator and connect the regulator to the gas cylinder 5 Assemble front end parts of the TIG torch fitting a sharpened tungsten suitable for DC welding...

Page 13: ...ards lightly touch the tungsten to the work piece as you drag the torch 9 The arc will strike as it does lift the tungsten slightly from the work piece to maintain the arc 5 Assemble front end parts o...

Page 14: ...ypes DC TIG welding is also the cleanest weld with no sparks or spatter LIFT ARC IGNITION for TIG tungsten inert gas Welding Lift Arc is a form of arc ignition where the machines has low voltage on th...

Page 15: ...pool Travel direction Angle torch Add Tig filler wire Retract the filler wire Move the torch forward to the front of the weld pool Repeat the process gas shield TIG Welding Fusion Technique Manual TIG...

Page 16: ...nergy output E3 Tungsten Electrodes run cooler than 2 thoriated tungsten thereby extending overall tip lifetime E3 Tungsten Electrodes work well on AC or DC They can be used DC electrode positive or n...

Page 17: ...running lengthwise and thus grinding crosswise is grinding against the grain If electrodes are ground crosswise the electrons have to jump across the grinding marks and the arc can start before the t...

Page 18: ...ilable in 4m 8m Lengths Spare Parts Part Number Description 10 ERJK100 Jointing Repair Kit 11 ERNCS 32 Neoprene Cover x 3 2m ERNCS 72 Neoprene Cover x 7 2m 12 ERCO100 40 Sheath x 4m c w Leather Cover...

Page 19: ...ody 1 6mm 45V26 Gas Lens Collet Body 2 4mm 45V27 Gas Lens Collet Body 3 2mm Part Description 54N18 Gas Lens Nozzle 6mm 4 54N17 Gas Lens Nozzle 8mm 5 54N16 Gas Lens Nozzle 10mm 6 54N15 Gas Lens Nozzle...

Page 20: ...larger electrode Poor welding technique Use the correct welding technique or seek assistance for the correct technique Poor joint preparation Check the joint design and fit up make sure the material i...

Page 21: ...etal Remove materials like paint grease oil and dirt including mill scale from base metal Contaminated filler wire Remove all grease oil or moisture from filler metal Incorrect filler wire Check the f...

Page 22: ...e flow rate on the regulator to approximately 8 10 l min 4 Close the cylinder valve and pay attention to the needle indicator of the contents pressure gauge on the regulator if the needle drops away t...

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