Operators Manual
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The information contained in this
manual is set out to enable you
to properly maintain your new
equipment and ensure that you obtain
maximum operating efficiency.
Please ensure that this information is
kept in a safe place for ready reference
when required at any future time.
When ordering spare parts, please
quote the model and serial number
of the power source and part number
of the item required. All relevant
numbers are shown in lists contained
in this manual. Failure to supply this
information may result in unnecessary
delays in supplying the correct parts.
Safety
Before this equipment is put into
operation, please read the Safe
Practices section of this manual.
This will help to avoid possible injury
due to misuse or improper welding
applications.
Plastic Handles on Power
Source
Please note that the handle fitted to
the Weldarc 200i
inverter is intended
for carrying the equipment by hand
only.
DO NOT
use this handle for
suspending or mounting the Weldarc
in any other manner.
Safe Practices When Using
Welding Equipment
These notes are provided in the interests
of improving operator safety. They should
be considered only as a basic guide to Safe
Working Habits. A full list of Standards
pertaining to industry is available from
the Standards Association of Australia,
also various State Electricity Authorities,
Departments of Labour and Industry or
Mines Department and other Local Health
or Safety Inspection Authorities may have
additional requirements. Australian Standard
AS1674.2 provides a comprehensive guide to
safe practices in welding.
Eye Protection
NEVER LOOK AT AN ARC WITHOUT
PROTECTION.
Wear a helmet with
safety goggles or glasses with side shields
underneath, with appropriate filter lenses
protected by clear cover lens. This is a MUST
for welding, cutting, and chipping to protect
the eyes from radiant energy and flying
metal. Replace the cover lens when broken,
pitted, or spattered.
Recommended Shade Filter Lens
Amps
TIG
MMAW
MIG
Pulsed
MIG
0-100
10
9
10
12-13
100-150
11
10
10
12-13
150-200
12
10-11
11-12
12-13
200-300
13
11
12-13
12-13
300-400
14
12
13
14
400-500
—
13
14
14
500 +
—
—
14
14
