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- Page 1 Newcastle Upon Tyne Powered by Tel. 0191 295 0111 sales@newarc.co.uk ® Newarc Viper 2500S Operational Manual NA9910308...
- Page 2 Type of Equipment Compact TIG control unit Brand name or trade mark Newarc Type designation etc. Viper 2500S Manufacturer or his authorised representative established within the EEA Name, address, telephone no Newarc Newcastle upon Tyne Phone: +44 (0)191 295 0111...
- Page 3 Never use broken or faulty welding helmets. Always ensure there are adequate protective screens or barriers to protect others from flash, glare and sparks from the welding area. Ensure that there are adequate warnings that welding or cutting is taking place. VIPER 2500s...
- Page 4 In the case of electromagnetic problems, it is the responsibility of the user to resolve the situation. It may be necessary to shield the equipment and fit suitable filters on the mains supply. VIPER 2500s...
- Page 5 BE AWARE OF SPARKS AND SPATTER DO NOT TOUCH THERMAL COMPONENTS! Wear protective clothing, such as leather Thermal components may cause severe burns gloves, Flame retardant overalls, boots and when in contact with unprotected skin. eyewear. VIPER 2500s...
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Page 6: Table Of Contents
Contents Preface General Introduction Technical Specifications Overview of Machine Installation Operation Fault Finding Welding Problems Maintenance Warranty Parts VIPER 2500s... -
Page 7: Preface
This operating manual contains important information on the use, maintenance and safety of your Newarc product. Please read the manual carefully before using the equipment for the first time. For your own safety and that of your working environment, pay particular attention to the safety instructions in the manual. -
Page 8: Introduction
1.2 Introduction The Viper 2500S is a compact DC TIG Control unit that operates from the open circuit voltage of any DC power source with an output of 40-100 volts, petrol or diesel generators, rectifiers, inverters etc. This unique machine independently controls the welding current of any DC power source without the need for auxiliary or control cables. -
Page 9: Technical Specifications
1.3 Technical Specifications Newarc VIPER 2500s Input Voltage Range 30 -100 Volts Maximum Output Current 250 amps Current control Infinitely Variable Duty Cycle TIG/MMA 100% @ 250amps Degree of Protection IP23 Dimensions (L x W x H) (mm) 450 x 190 x 300... -
Page 10: Overview Of Machine
22. Remote control socket Current control Slope down control TIG/MMA switchl TIG2/TIG 4 switch 10. Digital display 11. Power -on indicator 12. Warning Indicator 13. Thermal cut-out Indicator 14. Gas out connector 15. Positive out connector 16. Negative out connector VIPER 2500s... - Page 11 Indicates that the Viper is connected in reverse polarity, i.e. the positive lead from the power source is connected to the negative in terminal on the rear of the Viper and vice-versa. The set will not operate in this condition. VIPER 2500s...
- Page 12 For connecting external remote control units, these are the RC300 remote control, the RPC300 pulse unit and the RFP300 foot pedal. There is no switch for remote operation, plugging an external unit into the socket automatically selects remote operation and disables the internal current control. VIPER 2500s...
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Page 13: Installation
Positioning of the machine Place the Viper 2500s on a clean dry surface, preferable above ground level. • Make sure there is at least 20cm clearance at the front and rear of the machine to allow good circulation of the cooling air. -
Page 14: Operation
The slope down procedure can be halted part way through by pressing the torch switch. This starts the slope up process or if the slope up knob is set to minimum the current instantly rises to the set level set by the current control knob. VIPER 2500s... - Page 15 Torch button released Torch button process to start the slope up pressed and held process. down to pause the slope down pro- This line shows cedure the normal slope down level down to zero. Viper2500s VIPER 2500s...
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Page 16: Fault Finding
For information about cleaning the dust out of the Viper please refer to the the three monthly service Any operating problems not covered above means the Viper must be checked by a trained Newarc engineer. -
Page 17: Welding Problems
Any welding problems not covered above must be brought to the attention of a qualified Welding Engineer, if the problem still persists have the Viper checked by a trained maintenance person. VIPER 2500s... -
Page 18: Maintenance
Annually As per the three monthly schedule, plus: • The machines should be have its calibration checked, if necessary have the machine re-calibrated by a Newarc trained technician. VIPER 2500s... -
Page 19: Warranty
Newarc Ltd warrants that its goods and services are guaranteed to meet the specific performance under the stated conditions of use. Newarc cannot be held responsible for general wear and tear or for failure occurring due to misuse or abuse arising out of circumstances outside the stated condi-tions of use. -
Page 20: Parts
7. Parts VIPER 2500s... - Page 21 VIPER 2500s...
- Page 22 NAM90655/A PSU PCB HF PCB NAM90654 NAM90650 TIG PCB NAM90653 IGBT PCB NAM60133 IGBT modules (3 per machine) Current transducer NAM60112 NAM60121 Diode modules (2 per machine) NAM90688 HF Inductor NAM40092 Capacitor (2 per machine) NAM00952C Secondary inductor VIPER 2500s...
- Page 23 Fuse 3.15A, 20mm quick blow (2 per machine) M00958 Gas hose (as used internally) per metre M00001 Gas hose (external) per metre When ordering spare components please quote the serial number of the unit for which the parts are intended. VIPER 2500s...
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