Vector Welding C-Series Operating Instructions Manual page 68

MIG SERIES EQUIPMENT
Operation
2.4 Layout For The Panel R311
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WARNING
DO NOT TOUCH the electrode wire while it is being fed through the system. The electrode
wire will be at welding voltage potential.
1. Power Indicator
The green power indicator will be illuminated when the welder is turned ON and indicates
the presence of power.
2. Work Indicator
The indicator shows the machine is in working suitation.
3. Thermal Overload Indicator Light
This welding power source is protected by a self resetting thermostat. The indicator will
illuminate if the duty cycle of the power source has been exceeded. Should the thermal
overload indicator illuminate the output of the power source will be disabled. Once the
power source cools down this light will go OFF and the over temperature condition will
automatically reset. Note that the mains power switch should remain in the on position
such that the fan continues to operate thus allowing the unit to cool sufficiently. Do not
switch the unit off should a thermal overload condition be present.
4. Digital Ammeter
The digital meter is used to display inductance in Mig modes and actual welding amperage
of the power source when welding.
5. Digital Voltmeter
The digital meter is used to display the pre-set (preview) Voltage and burn back in Mig
modes and actual welding Voltage of the power source when welding. This digital meter is
used to display the Welding Output Terminal Voltage in STICK modes during non-
welding or welding.
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6. 2T - 4T Trigger Latch Button
Press and release the button to change the selected operating mode of the trigger. The
selected mode can be either "2T" (unlatched) or "4T" (latched) operation. The red
indicator next to the button will illuminate to identify which mode is selected (2T or 4T).
In the 4T mode once the weld has been started you can release the trigger and
continue welding until the trigger is activated again or the welding arc is broken to stop
the welding arc.
7. Selecting function Button
Press and release this button to change the selected weld functions mode from
welding current to inductance in left display or from Volt to Burnback from the right
digital display.
8. Positive Control
The positive control is used to plus selected function from 7.
9. Negative Control
The negative control is used to minus selected function from 7.
omponents are at Mains voltage potential.
10. Gas checking
Press this button to check the flow of the gas, repress the button will cause the close
the flow of gas.
11. Wire checking
Press this button to check the wires coming from the welding rolls
12. MIG Torch Connecting
The MIG Torch Adapter is the connection point for the MIG Torch. Press the MIG Torch in
and secure by turning the locking ring to the right (clockwise)
13. Negative Welding Output Terminal
The negative welding terminal is used to connect the welding output of the power
source to the appropriate welding accessory such as the earth clamp. Negative
welding current shows to the power source via this heavy duty bayonet type terminal.
It is essential, however, that the male plug is inserted and turned securely to achieve a
sound electrical connection.
CAUTION
Loose welding terminal connections can cause overheating and result in the male plug being
fused in the bayonet terminal.
2.5 Installing a 5 kg Spool 200mm Diameter (For R221,R231)
In order to install a 5 kg / 200mm diameter spool, assemble the wire into the spool hub and
replace the wire spool hub cover.
Installation of wire spool.
1. Remove Wire Spool hub cover.
2. Place Wire Spool onto the hub, put back the hub cover back, turn securely to keep the wire
spool stable on the hub.
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