ESAB FABRICATOR 211i
INSTALLATION/SETUP 4-6 Manual 0-5450
STICK and LIFT TIG Modes
This digital meter is used to display the Welding Output Terminal Voltage in STICK / LIFT TIG modes during non-welding or welding.
This value cannot be adjusted by varying the Multifunction Control Knob (10).
When welding, this digital meter will display actual welding voltage in all modes.
At the completion of welding, the digital meter will hold the last recorded voltage value for a period of approximately 10 seconds
in all modes. The voltage meter will hold the value until; (1) any of the front panel controls are adjusted in which case the unit will
revert to preview mode, (2) welding is recommenced, in which case actual welding amperage will be displayed, or (3) a period of
10 seconds elapses following the completion of welding in which case the unit will return to preview mode.
NOTE!
The preview functionality provided on this power source is intended to act as a guide only. Some dif-
ferences may be observed between preview values and actual welding values due to factors including
the mode of welding, differences in consumables/gas mixtures, individual welding techniques and the
transfer mode of the welding arc (ie dip versus spray transfer). Where exact settings are required (in the
case of procedural work), it is recommended that alternate measurement methods be utilized to ensure
output values are accurate.
15. Gas Inlet (MIG mode only for MIG Gun or Spool Gun operation)
The Gas Inlet connection,5/8-18 UNF female thread is used to supply the appropriate MIG welding gas to the Power Source. Refer
to section 4.09 or 4.10 for MIG (GMAW/FCAW) set up details
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WARNING
Only Inert Shielding Gases specifically designed for welding applications should be used.
16. On / Off Switch
This Single Phase circuit breaker performs a dual function.
It is used to turn the unit on/off and it will also trip in the event of a fault.
WARNING
When the front digital displays are lit, the machine is connected to the Electricity Supply and the
internal electrical components are at Mains voltage potential.
17. Wiredrive Motor Circuit Breaker
The 4A Circuit Breaker protects the unit from electrical faults and will operate in the event of a motor overload.
NOTE!
If a circuit breaker trips, a short cooling period must be allowed before an attempt is made to reset the
unit by pressing the circuit breaker reset button.
18. Local / Remote Switch (located in wirefeed compartment)
The local/remote switch is used only when a remote control device (such as a TIG torch with remote current control) is fitted to the
unit via the remote control socket (item 9). When the local/remote switch is in the remote position, the unit will detect a remote
device and work accordingly. When in the local mode, the unit will not detect the remote device and will operate from the power
source controls only. Note that the trigger will operate at all times on the remote control socket irrespective of the position of the
local/remote switch (ie in both local and remote modes).
Should a remote device be connected and the remote/local switch set to remote, the maximum setting of the power source will
be determined by the respective front panel control, irrespective of the remote control device setting. As an example, if the output
current on the power source front panel is set to 50% and the remote control device is set to 100%, the maximum achievable output
from the unit will be 50%. Should 100% output be required, the respective front panel control must be set to 100%, in which case
the remote device will then be able to control between 0-100% output.
