175 amp gas/gasless mig with euro torch (17 pages)
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RXT150P Mig Welder Model: RXT150P General instruction for installation use and maintenance Protect yourself and others by observing all safety information, warnings, and cautions. Failure to comply with instructions could result in personal injury and/or damage to product or property.
RXT150P IMPORTANT Please read all of the safety and operating instructions carefully before using this product. Please pay particular attention to all sections of this manual that carry warning symbols and notices. WARNING! This is a Warning symbol. This symbol is used throughout the manual whenever there is a risk of personal injury.
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RXT150P WARNING! SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS The user of this welder is responsible for his own and the safety of others. It is most impor- tant to read, learn and respect the rules in this user guide. When using this welder, basic safety precautions, including the following, should be followed to reduce the risk of fire, electric shock and personal injury.
RXT150P SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS … cont DRESS PROPERLY Use protective gloves and fire resistant protective clothing when using the welder. Avoid ex- posing skin to the ultraviolet rays produced by the arc. ALWAYS USE THE WELDING MASK Under no circumstances should the welder be operated unless the welding mask is protecting the eyes and face.
RXT150P ADDITIONAL PRECAUTIONS WELDING OPERATIONS: In environments with increased risk of electric shock; In confined spaces; In the presence of flammable or explosive materials; MUST BE evaluated in advance by an “expert supervisor” and must always be carried out in the presence of other people trained to intervene in emergencies.
RXT150P WARNING SYMBOLS The following warning symbols are to remind you of the safety precautions you should take when using the welder. WARNING! Read this User Guide carefully before using the welder and keep it in a safe place for future reference.
RXT150P THE RATING PLATE The rating plate is fitted to the front of the welder and displays the following symbols and information. RXT150P AS60974-6 30A/15.5V to 115A/19.8V 100% 115A Uo = 33V 19.8V 16.5V 15.7V = 230V = 21A I...
RXT150P KNOW YOUR WELDER 1) On/off switch When the switch is in the “ O” position means the power OFF . When the switch in the “1” position means the power is ON 2) Output power settings Adjust the switches according to the metal thickness to be welded. The four steps from low-...
RXT150P GETTING STARTED Tension screw Wire reel Polarity selection Holder Upper roller Back tension knob Wire feed Guide tube roller LOADING THE WIRE Open the side cover of the unit Remove the back tension knob from the wire reel holder and fit the wire spool onto the wire reel so that the wire will exit the spool from the top.
RXT150P Warning! The following steps require applying power to the welder. Do not touch anything with the torch or wire as it may result in accidental arcing. Plug the power cord into its electrical outlet, press the current switch to Max + 2 and turn the welder ON.
RXT150P THERMOSTATIC PROTECTION This welder is automatically protected from overheating by a thermal overload cut out protec- tor. If the transformer overheats the overload cut out protector will activate and cut off. The amber light will illuminate to show that the cut out has operated.
RXT150P How to attach a Mini gas bottle and Regulator Attach the mini gas bottle brackets to the rear of the machine, then connect up as fol- lows: 1. Remove the protective cap from the cyl- inder outlet and screw on the regulator fully, BUT DO NOT OVER TIGHTEN.
RXT150P TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Breakdown Analysis Solutions Check the fuse and or No voltage input circuit breaker No current out- Replace with correct rating Wrong Fuse or breaker rating fuse or breaker Thermal over load lamp lit Allow the unit to cool...
Note: Consumable items such as swan necks, nozzles, contacts tips, wire liners etc are not covered by warranty. Distributed in Australia by J W Ross and Sons ( Australia ) Pty Ltd. PO Box 352 North Ryde BC, NSW, 1670...
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