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- Page 1 Inverter DC MMA Arc Used for the STICK-140i/160i/180i/200i with input power of 220V/230V/240V,50/60Hz...
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Page 2: General Instructions
General instructions CAUTION Read the operating instructions! The operating instructions provide an introduction to the safe use of the products. • Read the operating instructions for all system components! • Observe accident prevention regulations! • Observe all local regulations! • Confirm with a signature where appropriate. In the event of queries on installation, commissioning, operation or special conditions at the installation site, or on usage, please contact your sales partner or our customer service department on +(86)571 88231791-808. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Contents Notes on the use of these operating instructions Contents Contents..............................Safety instructions............................ Notes on the use of these operating instructions ................Explanation of icons.......................... General ............................. Transport and installation ......................... 2.4.1 Ambient conditions ....................... 2.4.1.1 In operation ......................2.4.1.2 Transport and storage.................... - Page 4 6.2.3 Annual test (inspection and testing during operation) ............Maintenance work .......................... Disposing of equipment........................6.4.1 Manufacturer's declaration to the end user ................ Meeting the requirements of RoHS....................Rectifying faults............................Checklist for rectifying faults ......................Technical data............................STICK-140i/160i ..........................STICK-180I/200i ..........................Accessories ............................. Standard accessories ........................
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Page 5: Safety Instructions
Safety instructions Notes on the use of these operating instructions Safety instructions Notes on the use of these operating instructions DANGER Working or operating procedures which must be closely observed to prevent imminent serious and even fatal injuries. • Safety notes include the "DANGER" keyword in the heading with a general warning symbol. •... -
Page 6: Explanation Of Icons
Safety instructions Explanation of icons Explanation of icons Symbol Description Press Do not press Turn Press,turn push Switch Switch off machine Switch on machine ENTER ENTER ENTER (enter the menu) NAVIGATION NAVIGATION (Navigating in the menu) EXIT EXIT (Exit the menu) 4s Time display (example: wait 4s/press) Interruption in the menu display (other setting options possible) Tool not required/do not use... -
Page 7: General
Safety instructions General General DANGER Electromagnetic fields! The power source may cause electrical or electromagnetic fields to be produced which could affect the correct functioning of electronic equipment such as IT or CNC devices, telecommunication lines, power cables, signal lines and pacemakers. •... - Page 8 Safety instructions General WARNING Smoke and gases! Smoke and gases can lead to breathing difficulties and poisoning. In addition, solvent vapour (chlorinated hydrocarbon) may be converted into poisonous phosgene due to the ultraviolet radiation of the arc! • Ensure that there is sufficient fresh air! •...
- Page 9 Safety instructions General CAUTION Obligations of the operator! The respective national directives and laws must be observed for operation of the machine! • National implementation of the framework directive (89/391/EWG), as well as the associated individual directives. • In particular, directive (89/655/EWG), on the minimum regulations for safety and health protection when staff members use equipment during work.
- Page 10 Safety instructions General CAUTION EMC Machine Classification In accordance with IEC 60974-10, welding machines are grouped in two electromagnetic compatibility classes (see technical data): Class A machines are not intended for use in residential areas where the power supply comes from the low-voltage public mains network.
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Page 11: Transport And Installation
Safety instructions Transport and installation Transport and installation WARNING Incorrect handling of shielding gas cylinders! Incorrect handling of shielding gas cylinders can result in serious and even fatal injury. • Observe the instructions from the gas manufacturer and in any relevant regulations concerning the use of compressed air! •... -
Page 12: Ambient Conditions
Safety instructions Transport and installation 2.4.1 Ambient conditions CAUTION Installation site! The machine must not be operated in the open air and must only be set up and operated on a suitable, stable and level base! • The operator must ensure that the ground is non-slip and level, and provide sufficient lighting for the place of work. -
Page 13: Intended Use
Intended use Applications Intended use This machine has been manufactured according to the latest developments in technology and current regulations and standards. It must only be operated in line with the instructions on correct usage. WARNING Hazards due to improper usage! Hazards may arise for persons, animals and material objects if the equipment is not used correctly. -
Page 14: Documents Which Also Apply
Intended use Documents which also apply Documents which also apply 3.2.1 Warranty NOTE For further information, please see the accompanying supplementary sheets "Machine and Company Data, Maintenance and Testing, Warranty"! 3.2.2 Declaration of Conformity The designated machine conforms to EC Directives and standards in terms of its design and construction: •... -
Page 15: Summary
Intended use Summary Summary 3.3.1 Brief Introduction STICK-serires welders are general MMA arc welder which adopts the latest pulse width modulation Ÿ (PWM) technology and the insulated gate bipolar transistor (IGBT) power module. It can change work frequency to medium frequency so as to replace the traditional hulking work frequency transformer with the cabinet medium frequency transformer. -
Page 16: Volt-Ampere Characteristic
Intended use Summary 3.3.3 Volt-Ampere Characteristic STICK-serires welders have excellent volt-ampere characteristic, seeing the following graph. In MMA Ÿ welding, the relation between the rated loading voltage U2 and welding current I2 is as follows: When I ≤600A, U =20+0.04 I (V); When I >600A，U =44(V). Ÿ... -
Page 17: Operation Control And Connectors
Operation control and connectors Front view Operation control and connectors NOTE The maximum possible machine configuration is given in the text description. If necessary, the optional connection may need to be retrofitted (see "Accessories" chapter). Front view Item Symbol Description Machine control See Machine control –... -
Page 18: Rear View
Operation control and connectors Rear view Rear view Item Symbol Description Main switch, machine on/off Power pilot lamp, This pilot lamp when lit indicates that the machine is on Mains connection cable... -
Page 19: Machine Control - Operating Elements
Operation control and connectors Machine control – Operating elements Machine control – Operating elements STICK-160i Item Symbol Description Standby indicator light Overheating indicator light Welding current regulation Set welding current（5-160A）. Welding current adjustment Take example for STICK-160i Ÿ Welding current range is 5~160A. Ÿ... -
Page 20: Welding Operation
Operation control and connectors Welding operation Welding operation 4.5.1 Striking arc way Knocking arc: take the electrode upright to touch the workpiece, after forming short circuit, quickly lift Ÿ up about 2~4 mm, and arc will be ignited. This method is difficult to master. But in the welding for the brittle or hard steel, it is better to use knocking way. -
Page 21: Welding Parameters
Operation control and connectors welding parameters Welding parameters 4.6.1 Joint form in MMA In MMA welding, the common basic joint form: butt joint, lap joint, corner joint & T joint. butt joint lap joint corner joint T joint 4.6.2 Electrode selection The electrode diameter selection is based on the workpiece thickness, welding position, joint form, welding layer, etc. -
Page 22: Design And Function
Design and function General Design and function General WARNING Risk of injury from electric shock! Contact with live parts, e.g. welding current sockets, is potentially fatal! • Follow safety instructions on the opening pages of the operating instructions. • Commissioning may only be carried out by persons who have the relevant expertise of working with arc welding machines! •... -
Page 23: Workpiece Lead, General
Design and function Workpiece lead, general Workpiece lead, general CAUTION Risk of burns due to incorrect connection of the workpiece lead! Paint, rust and dirt on the connection restrict the power flow and may lead to stray welding currents. Stray welding currents may cause fires and injuries! •... -
Page 24: Transport And Installation
Design and function Transport and installation Transport and installation WARNING Risk of accident due to improper transport of machines that may not be lifted! Do not lift or suspend the machine! The machine can fall down and cause injuries! The handles and brackets are suitable for transport by hand only! •... -
Page 25: Mains Connection
Design and function Mains connection Mains connection DANGER DANGER Hazard caused by improper mains connection! An improper mains connection can cause injuries or damage property! • Only use machine with a plug socket that has a correctly fitted protective conductor. •... -
Page 26: Duty Cycle & Over Heat
Design and function Duty cycle & Over heat Duty cycle & Over heat The letter “X” stands for duty cycle, which is defined as the proportion of the time that a machine can Ÿ work continuously within a certain time (10 minutes). The rated duty cycle means the proportion of the time that a machine can work continuously within 10 minutes when it outputs the rated welding current. -
Page 27: Mma Welding
Design and function MMA welding MMA welding CAUTION Risk of being crushed or burnt. When replacing spent or new stick electrodes • Switch off machine at the main switch • Wear appropriate safety gloves • Use insulated tongs to remove spent stick electrodes or to move welded workpieces and •... -
Page 28: Select Welding Task
Design and function MMA welding 5.7.2 Select welding task Operating Action Result element Set welding current NOTE This completes the basic settings and the welding work can now start. The hotstart current, hotstart time and arcforcing are factory-set to the optimum preset values for common applications. -
Page 29: Maintenance, Care And Disposal
Maintenance, care and disposal General Maintenance, care and disposal DANGER Risk of injury from electric shock! Cleaning machines that are not disconnected from the mains can lead to serious injuries! • Disconnect the machine completely from the mains. • Remove the mains plug! •... -
Page 30: Maintenance Work
Maintenance, care and disposal Maintenance work Maintenance work DANGER Do not carry out any unauthorised repairs or modifications! To avoid injury and equipment damage, the unit must only be repaired or modified by specialist, skilled persons! The warranty becomes null and void in the event of unauthorised interference. •... -
Page 31: Rectifying Faults
Rectifying faults Checklist for rectifying faults Rectifying faults All products are subject to rigorous production checks and final checks. If, despite this, something fails to work at any time, please check the product using the following flowchart. If none of the fault rectification procedures described leads to the correct functioning of the product, please inform your authorised dealer. - Page 32 Rectifying faults Checklist for rectifying faults Unstable arc ~ Material inclusions in the tungsten electrode due to contact with filler material or workpiece @ Regrind or replace the tungsten electrode ~ Incompatible parameter settings @ Check settings and correct if necessary Pore formation ~ Inadequate or missing gas shielding @ Check shielding gas setting and replace shielding gas cylinder if necessary...
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Page 33: Technical Data
Technical data STICK-140i/160i Technical data NOTE Performance specifications and guarantee only in connection with original spare and replacement parts! MINI ARC-140i/160i Item No STICK-140i STICK-160i Rated Input Voltage 1PH ~ 230V ±15% 1PH ~ 230V ±15% Max. Load Power Capacity 5.60KVA... -
Page 34: Accessories
Accessories Standard accessories Accessories NOTE Performance-dependent accessories like torches, workpiece leads, electrode holders or intermediate hose packages are available from your authorised dealer. Standard accessories 300A electrode holder, 300A earth clamp, 2M + 2M cable (16mm ), simple helmet, brushes. Designation Item no. - Page 35 BROAD INDUSTRIAL GROUP 1503 Xipu Road, Hangzhou 310053, China. Tel: (+86)571-88231791 Fax: (+86)571-88313862 Email: robin@broad.hk http://www.cn-topwell.com...
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