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LOTOS TIG200 Operation Manual

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  • Page 1 LOTOS TIG200 TIG/Stick Welder www.uwelding.com...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SAFETY...………………………………………………………………………..4 SPECIFICATIONS…….………………………………………………………..9 General Description…………………………………………………………..9 What’s Included………………………………………………………………9 Power Supply Rating…..……………………………………………………..11 What You Need to Operate This Machine…………………………………...12 Control Panel Information……………………………………………………12 Machine Rear ………………………………………………………………..13 Front Control Panel ………………………………………………………….13 INSTALLATION………………………………………………………………..14 Before Installation……………………………………………………………14 Setup Instructions…………………………………………………………….15 Installation Diagrams………………………………………………………...16 TROUBLESHOOTING………………………………………………………...17 How to Use the Troubleshooting Guide……………………………………...17 Common Problems…………………………………………………………...17 Troubleshooting Welding…………………………………………………….18 OTHER ACCESSORIES……………………………………………………….20...
  • Page 3 TIG200 TIG WELDER Save this Manual You will need the manual for safety warnings and precautions, assembly instructions, operating and maintenance procedures, parts list and diagram. Keep your invoice with this manual. Write the invoice number and date of purchase on the inside of the manual. Keep the manual and invoice in a safe and dry place for future use.

  • Page 4: Safety

    SAFETY WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE FOLLOWING SAFETY HIGHLIGHTS. BE SURE THAT ALL INSTALLATION, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ARE PERFORMED ONLY BY QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS. ARC AND TIG WELDING CAN BE HAZARDOUS. PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS FROM POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH.
  • Page 5 Maintain tools with care. Keep tools sharp and clean for better and safer performance. Follow instructions for lubricating and changing accessories. Inspect tool cords periodically and, if damaged, have them repaired by an authorized technician. The handl;es must be kept clean, dry, and free from oil and grase at all times.
  • Page 6  ELECTROMAGNETIC FIELDS may be dangerous  The EMF field that is generated during arc welding may interfere with various electrical and electronic devices such as cardiac pacemakers.  Anyone using such devices should consult with their physician prior to performing any electric welding operations.
  • Page 7  ARC RAYS can be dangerous  Use a shield with the proper filter (a minimum of #11) to protect your eyes from sparks and the rays of the arc when welding or observing open arc welding.  Use suitable clothing made from durable flame-resistant material to protect your skin and that of your helpers from the arc rays.
  • Page 8  CYLINDER may explode if damaged  Use only compressed gas cylinders containing the correct shielding gas for the process used and properly operating regulators designed for the gas and pressure used. All hoses, fittings, etc. should be suitable for the application and maintained in good condition.

  • Page 9: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS  GENERAL DESCRIPTION This compact, dual-voltage, versatile TIG200 offers user a simple array of controls to accurately set the welder to perform under a wide variety of situations. Its square-wave inverter enables accurate welding of fine aluminum. It allows user to easily switch from 220v to 110v with the included plug adapter, and produces AC/DC 200 amps for TIG and STICK welding.
  • Page 10   ARGON REGULATOR ARGON HOSE FOOT PEDAL         HAND-HELD SHIELD,  WIRE BRUSH, ETC.                   ...

  • Page 11: Power Supply Rating

    Duty Cycle is percentage of 10 minutes that unit can weld at rated load without overheating. Production weld thickness are the results of Lotos’ laboratory testing. Production speeds are approximately 80% of maximum. For optimum weld quality, welding speeds may vary based on different...

  • Page 12: What You Need To Operate This Machine

     WHAT YOU NEED TO OPERATE THIS MACHINE?  A properly grounded 110-120 VAC 50/60 hz. Circuit or a 220-240 VAC 50/60 hz. 30-50 amp Circuit. Remember: Machine must be grounded to work properly and safely!  A clean and well-ventilated working place ...

  • Page 13: Machine Rear

     MACHINE REAR The unit is connected to the supply even if the Power Switch is on the “OFF” position, and therefore there are electrically live parts inside the power source. Carefully follow the instructions given in this manual. REAR COMPONENTS Power Switch ...

  • Page 14: Installation

     STACKING TIG200 cannot be stacked.  TILTING Place the machine directly on a secure, level surface. The machine may topple over if this procedure is not followed.

  • Page 15: Setup Instructions

     SETUP INSTRUCTIONS ELECTRIC SHOCK can be fatal  Have a qualified electrician install and service this equipment.  Turn the input power OFF and unplug the machine from the receptacle before working on this equipment.  Allow machine to sit for 5 minutes minimum to allow the power capacitors to discharge before working inside this equipment.

  • Page 16: Installation Diagrams

     INSTALLATION DIAGRAMS...

  • Page 17: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS ENTIRE SECTION. SERVICE AND REPAIR SHOULD ONLY BE PERFORMED BY TRAINED PERSONNEL FOR YOUR SAFE, PLEASE OBSERVE SAFETY INFORMATION THROUGHOUT THIS MANUAL. ELECTRIC SHOCK can be fatal  Service and Repair should only be performed by a Trained Personnel. Have a qualified electrician install and service this equipment.

  • Page 18: Troubleshooting Welding

     OUTPUT CURRENT CANNOT REACH RATED VALUE Deviation of power voltage from the rated value will lead to unconformity of output current value with the set value. When power voltage is lower than the rated value, maximum output current of the welder may also be lower than the rated value. ...
  • Page 19  Make sure the machine is securely grounded.  Use the right type of Tungsten.  Make sure there is enough gas flow. Arc Cannot Start  Make sure the settings is on “DC” for non-aluminum and “AC” for aluminum. ...

  • Page 20: Other Accessories

    OTHER ACCESSORIES The following accessories and consumables can be purchased on www.uwelding.com, or call 408-739-2329 to order. ACCESSORIES AAR10 DTE10 TT132 HELMET...

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