ET 201i DC
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INTRODUCTION
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SECTION 2:
INTRODUCTION
2.01 How to Use This Manual
This Manual usually applies to the part numbers listed on
page i. To ensure safe operation, read the entire manual,
including the chapter on safety instructions and warnings.
Throughout this manual, the word WARNING, CAUTION
and NOTE may appear. Pay particular attention to the in-
formation provided under these headings. These special
annotations are easily recognized as follows:
NOTE!
An operation, procedure, or background informa-
tion which requires additional emphasis or is
helpful in efficient operation of the system.
!
WARNING
A procedure which, if not properly followed, may
cause injury to the operator or others in the operat-
ing area.
!
CAUTION
A procedure which, if not properly followed, may
cause damage to the equipment.
WARNING
Gives information regarding possible electrical shock
injury. Warnings will be enclosed in a box such as this.
DANGER
Means immediate hazards which, if not avoided,
will result in immediate, serious personal injury or
loss of life.
You will also notice icons from the safety section appear-
ing throughout the manual. These are to advise you of
specific types of hazards or cautions related to the portion
of information that follows. Some may have multiple
hazards that apply and would look something like this:
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2.02 Equipment Identification
The unit’s identification number (specification or part
number), model, and serial number usually appear on
a nameplate attached to the machine. Equipment which
does not have a nameplate attached to the machine is
identified only by the specification or part number printed
on the shipping container. Record these numbers for
future reference.
2.03 Receipt of Equipment
When you receive the equipment, check it against the
invoice to make sure it is complete and inspect the
equipment for possible damage due to shipping. If there is
any damage, notify the carrier immediately to file a claim.
Furnish complete information concerning damage claims
or shipping errors to the location in your area listed in the
inside back cover of this manual. Include all equipment
identification numbers as described above along with a
full description of the parts in error.
2.04 Description
The ET 201i DC is a compact inverter welding machine that
has infinitely adjustable welding current from 10 to 200
amps. It has LIFT TIG (GTAW) and HF TIG (GTAW) welding
modes that offer stable TIG welding characteristics with
an optimized start TIG sequence to initiate the welding arc
when used with a suitable TIG torch and shielding gas.
This model has advanced TIG features including an 8 Pin
Amp Plug for remote control devices, down slope, 2T /
4T controls, and gas solenoid operation. It also has a
STICK (SMAW) welding mode which uses standard gen-
eral purpose STICK (SMAW) 3/32” (2.5mm) electrodes
for light gauge work, generally less than 1/8” (3.2mm)
thick and STICK (SMAW) 1/8” (3.2mm) electrodes for
heavier material.
2.05 Transportation Methods
!
WARNING
Disconnect input power conductors from de-
energized supply line before moving the welding
Power Source.
Lift Power Source with handle on top of case. Use
handcart or similar device of adequate capacity. If
using a fork lift vehicle, secure the Power Source on
a proper skid before transporting.
