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ATTENTION: Supply button on the rear panel of the machine is not a power button, so it does not provide complete de‐energization of internal electronic parts, when the machine is switched off. Therefore, in accordance with safety rules, disconnect the plug from the mains after completion of welding. PATON ECO-series DC MMA - 3 -...
1. GENERAL PROVISIONS Inverter rectifiers PATON ECO‐160, ECO‐200, ECO‐250 are designed for direct current manual arc welding (MMA). This Eco series is intended for demanding users, who need the most compact and powerful machine with full rated current of 160 A / 200 A / 250 A respectively. This current is enough to work with any electrodes from ...
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Operating temperature range – 25… +45ºС – 25… +45ºС –25… +45ºС Overall dimensions (length, 245 х 100 х 200 270 х 110 х 200 270 х 110 х 200 width, height) Weight, kg 3.75 3.95 4.30 Ingress protection class* IP21 IP21 IP21 * For Eco series machines, their frame protects them from ingress of objects more than 5.5 mm in diameter, and vertically dripping water does not infringe the machine operation PATON ECO-series DC MMA - 5 -...
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2…6.5 16 КГ 1х16 3…10 25 КГ 1х25 1…5 16 КГ 1х16 ECO – 250 2…8 25 КГ 1х25 3…11 35 КГ 1х35 Fig. 1 Control elements and indication PATON ECO-series DC MMA - 6 - ...
ATTENTION: Do not switch the machine off immediately after completion of welding works in hot weather or intense welding works in any weather conditions! Electronic parts must be allowed to cool down for 5 minutes. ATTENTION: When the machine is switched off and cools down after operation in cold season, condensate forms inside of it, so do not switch the machine on again in less than 3...4 hours!!! Therefore, don't switch the machine off in cold season, if you are going to switch it on within 4 hours. ATTENTION: The machine may be life‐threatening after a hard fall. So place it on stable solid surface. PATON ECO-series DC MMA - 7 -...
ATTENTION: Mains plug shall correspond to supply voltage and current consumption of the welding machine (see technical data). In accordance with safety practices, use receptacles with guaranteed earthing!!! 3. WELDING WITH STICK ELECTRODES (MMA) ‐ insert the electrode cable into the source socket А "+"; ‐ insert the "earth" cable into the source socket B "‐"; ‐ connect the "earth" cable to the work piece; ‐ connect the mains plug to the supply mains; ‐ set power switch 3 on the rear panel to position "I"; Fig. 2. Machine connection diagram for welding with stick electrodes ATTENTION: Once the power switch 3 is set to position "I", the stick electrode becomes energized. Do not touch conductive or earthed objects, such as, for example, welding machine frame etc., with the electrode. PATON ECO-series DC MMA - 8 - ...
3.1 HOT START FUNCTION Advantages: ‐ improved striking even when using electrodes with bad striking properties; ‐ better penetration of base material during striking and, consequently, less poor penetrations; ‐ prevention of slag inclusions. The result is achieved by the following means: In the moment of arc striking, arc current increases by 33% of the set arc current value for a short time (Fig. 3). Example: welding with an electrode of Ф3 mm in diameter. Arc current value, which is set using the controller, is 90 A. Hot start current is 90 A + 33% = 120 A. 3.2 ARC FORCE FUNCTION Advantages: ‐ enhanced short‐arc welding stability; ‐ better transfer of metal drops into the weld pool; ‐ better arc striking; ‐ reduced risk of electrode sticking. The result is achieved by the following means: Due to reduction of arc voltage below the minimum permissible voltage of stable arc burning, arc current increases by 30% of the set value (Fig. 4). t, s Fig. 3. HOT START function PATON ECO-series DC MMA - 9 -...
When leaving the machine, install a restrictive plate which prohibits switching the machine on. In order to ensure proper operation of the machine for many years, adhere to several rules: - conduct inspection in accordance with safety practices within the established time intervals (see "Safety rules" chapter); - if the machine is subject to heavy use, it is recommended to purge it with dry compressed air once per six month. Attention: If the machine is purged from a very short distance, electronic components may be damaged; - if the machine is very dust‐laden, clean channels of the cooling system manually. PATON ECO-series DC MMA - 10 - ...
170~260 170~260 Efficiency factor, % 90 90 90 Arc current adjustment range, A 20~160 25~200 32~250 Arc current at: 5 min. / 45% LD 160 A 200 A 250 A 5 min. / 100% LD 101 A 126 A 158 A Maximum power consumption, kVA 5.5 6.9 8.8 Normal operating voltage: ‐ MMA stick electrode 20.4~26 V 20.4~26.5 V 20.4~27.0 V PATON ECO-series DC MMA - 11 -...
Insufficient cooling air Provide sufficient air inflow supply Temperature sensor is Contact the service facility faulty Bad striking during Supply mains voltage at If it is impossible to increase welding with a stick the start of loading is cross‐section of feeding mains electrode, the source near the minimum cables, try reducing the set status indicator flashes permissible value of current value, until it will allow for green for short periods 165 V. striking the arc. Then use an electrode corresponding to the current value. Continuation of table on page 14. PATON ECO-series DC MMA - 12 - ...
‐ injury of maintenance personnel or third persons; ‐ damage of the machine or property of the enterprise; ‐ derangement of efficient working process. All persons dealing with start‐up, operation, attendance and maintenance of the machine must: ‐ undergo relevant qualifying examination; ‐ have knowledge about welding; ‐ carefully follow these instructions. Malfunctions that can reduce safety must be eliminated immediately. USER'S RESPONSIBILITIES To ensure individual protection, adhere to the following rules: ‐ wear robust footwear, which retains insulating properties in moist conditions as well; ‐ protect the hands with insulating gloves; ‐ protect the eyes with a headshield, with is equipped with a black‐light filter complying with safety standards; ‐ wear only proper low‐flammable clothes. INDIVIDUAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT To ensure individual protection, adhere to the following rules: ‐ wear robust footwear, which retains insulating properties in moist conditions as well; ‐ protect the hands with insulating gloves; ‐ protect the eyes with a headshield, with is equipped with a black‐light filter complying with safety standards; ‐ wear only proper low‐flammable clothes. - 13 - PATON ECO-series DC MMA...
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‐ in additional to the manual, adhere to general and local safety and environmental rules; ‐ all instructions on the welding machine shall be kept readable. STRAY WELDING CURRENTS ‐ make sure that the earth cable terminal is securely connected to the work piece; ‐ if possible, avoid installing the welding machine directly on the conductive coating of floor or work table, use insulating pads. SAFETY MEASURES IN NORMAL CONDITIONS Check the machine for external damages and performance of safety devices at leat once a week. PATON ECO-series DC MMA - 14 - ...
13. WARRANTY LIABILITIES Pilot Plant of Welding Equipment named after Ye. O. Paton guarantees proper operation of the supply source, provided that the consumer observes operating, storage and transportation conditions. ATTENTION: Free warranty servicing is not provided if the welding machine is mechanically damaged! Basic warranty period for welding inverters of E series is __ years. Basic warranty period is calculated from the date of sale of the inverter equipment to the ultimate buyer. During the basic warranty period, the vendor is obliged to provide the owner of PATON TM inverter equipment with the following services for free: ‐ perform diagnostics and reveal the cause of fault; ‐ provide units and elements necessary to perform the repair; ‐ replace broken down elements and unit; ‐ conduct testing of the repaired equipment. Basic warranty liabilities do not apply to equipment: ‐ which has mechanical damages affecting operability of the machine (deformation of the frame and details due to fall from height or drop of heavy objects on the equipment, ...
‐ warranty period is extended by the period of warranty servicing of the equipment at the service facility. 14. ACCEPTANCE CERTIFICATE Arc inverter rectifier PATON ECO‐_______Е Serial number __________________Е complies with GOST 13821‐77 and has been approved for operation. Date of sale ”_______” _____________ 20____ Stamp here ________________________ (vendor signature) PATON ECO-series DC MMA - 17 -...
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Date of receipt for repair ”_____”_________________20____ __________________ (signature) Symptoms of non‐operability: ____________________________________________________________________ Cause: ______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ================================================================ Date of receipt for repair ”_____”_________________20____ __________________ (signature) Symptoms of non‐operability: ____________________________________________________________________ Cause: ______________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________ PATON ECO-series DC MMA - 18 -...