ESAB MiniArc Rogue ES 180i Instruction Manual

ESAB MiniArc Rogue ES 180i Instruction Manual

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MiniArc Rogue ES 180i
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Valid for: A01-xxx-xxxx
0463 709 001 US 20200323

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  • Page 1 Rogue MiniArc Rogue ES 180i Instruction manual Valid for: A01-xxx-xxxx 0463 709 001 US 20200323...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Remote control ..................MAINTENANCE ................... Routine maintenance ................Cleaning instructions ................TROUBLESHOOTING ................. ORDERING SPARE PARTS ................ DIAGRAM ......................ORDERING NUMBERS ..................26 ACCESSORIES ....................27 Rights reserved to alter specifications without notice. 0463 709 001 © ESAB AB 2020...
  • Page 3: Safety

    A flameproof apron may also be desirable as protection against radiated heat and sparks. 0463 709 001 - 3 - © ESAB AB 2020...
  • Page 4 Put on dry, hole-free gloves before turning on the power. Turn off the power, before removing your gloves. 10. Refer to ANSI/ASC Standard Z49.1 for specific grounding recommendations. Do not mistake the work lead for a earth cable. 0463 709 001 - 4 - © ESAB AB 2020...
  • Page 5 Do not use adapters. Maintain hoses and fittings in good condition. Follow the manufacturer's operating instructions for mounting a regulator to a compressed gas cylinder. 0463 709 001 - 5 - © ESAB AB 2020...
  • Page 6 Keep all safety devices and cabinet covers in position and in good repair. Use equipment only for its intended purpose. Do not modify it in any manner. 0463 709 001 - 6 - © ESAB AB 2020...
  • Page 7: User Responsibility

    Protection Devices" User responsibility Users of ESAB equipment have the ultimate responsibility for ensuring that anyone who works on or near the equipment observes all the relevant safety precautions. Safety precautions must meet the requirements that apply to this type of equipment. The following recommendations should be observed, in addition to the standard regulations that apply to the workplace.
  • Page 8 If equipped with ESAB cooler Use ESAB approved coolant only. Non-approved coolant might damage the equipment and jeopardize product safety. In case of such damage, all warranty undertakings from ESAB cease to apply. Recommended ESAB coolant ordering number: 0465 720 002.
  • Page 9: California Proposition 65 Warning

    CAUTION! This product is solely intended for arc welding. ESAB has an assortment of welding accessories and personal protection equipment for purchase. For ordering information, contact your local ESAB dealer or visit us on our website. California Proposition 65 Warning...
  • Page 10 This product can expose you to chemicals including lead, which are known to the state of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after use. For more information, go to www.P65Warnings.ca.gov. 0463 709 001 - 10 - © ESAB AB 2020...
  • Page 11: Introduction

    2 INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION Overview The MiniArc Rogue ES 180i is an inverter-based power source intended for Stick (SMAW) and Tungsten inert gas (TIG/GTAW) welding. ESAB accessories for the product can be found in the "ACCESSORIES" chapter of this manual. Equipment MiniArc ES 180i includes: •...
  • Page 12: Technical Data

    3 TECHNICAL DATA TECHNICAL DATA Technical data MiniArc Rogue ES 180i (0700500070) Outlet voltage 230 V±15% 120 V±15% 1~ 50/60 Hz 1~ 50/60 Hz Primary current Stick 26 A 25.7 A  Live TIG 16.5 A 23 A No-load power demand when in energy-saving mode 50 W 50 W Setting range Stick 20-180 A 20-110 A...
  • Page 13 3 TECHNICAL DATA MiniArc Rogue ES 180i (0700500070) Weight 8.25 kg (18.2 lb) Insulation class transformer Enclosure class IP23S Application class Duty cycle The duty cycle refers to the time as a percentage of a ten-minute period that you can weld or cut at a certain load without overloading.
  • Page 14: Installation

    WARNING! Falling equipment can cause serious personal injury and equipment damage. Lift the unit with the handle on top of the case. 0463 709 001 - 14 - © ESAB AB 2020...
  • Page 15: Main Supply

    A protective ground connection must be made, in accordance with regulations. Rating plate with supply connection data. Recommended fuse sizes and minimum cable area for the MiniArc Rogue ES 180i Power cable for heavy-duty applications (SOOW type) must be used Supply voltage 230 VAC 120 VAC...
  • Page 16 4 INSTALLATION Recommended fuse sizes and minimum cable area for the MiniArc Rogue ES 180i Power cable for heavy-duty applications (SOOW type) must be used Supply voltage 230 VAC 120 VAC Maximum recommended extension cord length 328 ft (100 m) 328 ft (100 m) Minimum recommended extension cord size 12 AWG (3.3 mm...
  • Page 17: Operation

    Connect the return cable to the other output on the power source. Secure the return cable's contact clamp to the workpiece, and make sure that there is a good contact between the workpiece and the output for the return cable on the power source. 0463 709 001 - 17 - © ESAB AB 2020...
  • Page 18: Turning The Power On/Off

    Do not turn off the power source during welding (with load). Fan control The MiniArc Rogue ES 180i is fitted with a fan-as-needed feature. Fan-as-needed automatically switches the cooling fan off when it is not required. This has two main advantages;...
  • Page 19 The VRD function ensures that the open-circuit voltage does not exceed 35 V when welding is not being carried out. This is indicated by a lit VRD indicator on the panel. Contact an authorized ESAB service technician to activate this function.
  • Page 20: Setting Panel

    Connect the remote control to the front of the power source. When the remote control is connected, it is automatically activated. The maximum setting of the power source will be determined by the respective front panel control, irrespective of the remote control device setting. 0463 709 001 - 20 - © ESAB AB 2020...
  • Page 21: Maintenance

    Cleaning instructions To maintain the performance and increase the lifetime of the power source, it is mandatory to clean it regularly. How often depends on: 0463 709 001 - 21 - © ESAB AB 2020...
  • Page 22 Open the enclosure and use a vacuum cleaner to remove any accumulated dirt, metal filings, slag and loose material. Keep the shunt and lead screw surfaces clean as accumulated foreign material may reduce the welder's output welding current. 0463 709 001 - 22 - © ESAB AB 2020...
  • Page 23: Troubleshooting

    Refer to power source "Duty cycle" section in  "TECHNICAL DATA", page 12. Make sure that the air inlets or outlets are not clogged. Clean the inside of the machine using routine maintenance methods. 0463 709 001 - 23 - © ESAB AB 2020...
  • Page 24: Ordering Spare Parts

    Repair and electrical work should be performed by an authorised ESAB service technician. Use only ESAB original spare and wear parts. The MiniArc Rogue ES 180i is designed and tested in accordance with the international standards CSA E60974-1 and ANSI/IEC 60974-1. Upon completion of service or repair work, it is the responsibility of the person(s) performing the work to ensure that the product still complies with the requirements of the above standards.
  • Page 25: Diagram

    DIAGRAM DIAGRAM 0463 709 001 - 25 - © ESAB AB 2020...
  • Page 26: Ordering Numbers

    ORDERING NUMBERS ORDERING NUMBERS Ordering number Denomination Type Notes 0700 500 070 Welding power source MiniArc Rogue ES 180i North America 0463 709 001 Instruction manual North America Technical documentation is available on the Internet at: www.esab.com 0463 709 001 - 26 - © ESAB AB 2020...
  • Page 27: Accessories

    TIG Torch and Accessories, 17 Style, 13 ft. (4 m) W4014000 Power Adapter W4014450 TIG Foot Control,  15 ft. (4.5 m) cable and 8-pin connector 0700 500 085 Rogue plastic case (Toolbox) 0700 500 086 Shoulder strap 0463 709 001 - 27 - © ESAB AB 2020...
  • Page 28 For contact information visit esab.com ESAB AB, Lindholmsallén 9, Box 8004, 402 77 Gothenburg, Sweden, Phone +46 (0) 31 50 90 00 http://manuals.esab.com...

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