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INSTRUCTION MANUAL
IMPORTANT: Read This Instruction Manual Completely before operating this equipment. Save this
manual and keep it handy for quick reference. Pay particular attention to the hazards and safety
precautions provided for your protection and for the protection of those in the immediate vicinity
where this device is to be used. Contact your distributor if you do not fully understand this
manual or require additional information.
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- Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL IMPORTANT: Read This Instruction Manual Completely before operating this equipment. Save this manual and keep it handy for quick reference. Pay particular attention to the hazards and safety precautions provided for your protection and for the protection of those in the immediate vicinity where this device is to be used.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
Contents The ultimate multi-process lightweight machine, ideal for the DIY enthusiast, tradesman or farmer. The MIG160 is MIG, TIG and STICK capable, fitted with a 1.0 Recommended Safety Precautions ....2 10amp plug to get welding anywhere with a 10amp 1.1 Personal Safety Warning Signs ...... -
Page 3: Recommended Safety Precautions
1.0 Recommended Safety Precautions CLOTHING: 1.1 Personal Safety Warning Signs Suitable clothing must be worn to prevent excessive skin exposure to UV radiation, sparks and molten metal. Flame- proof, loose fitting cotton clothing buttoned to the neck, protective leather gloves, spats, apron and steel toe safety boots are also highly recommended. - Page 4 ROTATING PARTS MAY BE DANGEOUS: • Use suitable clothing made from durable flame-resistant material to protect your skin and that of your helpers from • Use only compressed gas cylinders containing the correct the arc rays. shielding gas for the process used and properly operating regulators designed for the gas and pressure used.
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Page 5: Electrical Shocks
1.3 Electrical Shock 2.0 Introduction The MIG160 adopts the latest pulse width modulation • Never touch ‘live’ electrical parts (PWM) technology and insulated gate bipolar transistor • Earth clamp all work materials (IGBT) power module, which allows this machine to be light •... -
Page 6: Working Principle
2.1 Working Principle 2.2 Volt-Ampere Characteristic The MIG160 has an excellent volt-ampere characteristic, The working principle of MIG160 is shown as the following displayed in the following graph. The relation between the figure. Single phase work frequency AC 220V (50 Hz) AC is conventional rated loading voltage U and welding current rectified into DC (about 310V), then is converted to medium... -
Page 7: Installation And Adjustment
3. Installation & Adjustment 3.1 Parameters Machine MIG 160 1-200/220/230/240±10% Power Supply Voltage (V) 50/60Hz Frequency (Hz) Function Rated Input Power (KW) Rated Input Current (A) 24.7 20.4 29.4 Effective Current (A) 15%160A 20%160A 20%160A 60%90A Duty Cycle (40°C 10min) -
Page 8: Movement And Placement
3.3 Movement and placement Take care for the welder when moving it, ensure the machine is stood upright and refrain from sloping the machine. It can also be moved by using the handle on top of the welder. When the machine gets to the destination, it needs to be securely mounted to avoid sliding. -
Page 9: Operation
4. Operation 4.1 Layout For Front And Rear Panel 1. Digital amp display Displays welding current amperage 2. Welding current knob Adjusts welding current amperage 3. Digital voltage display Displays voltage 4. Voltage knob Used to adjust voltage downslope/arc force 5. -
Page 10: Control Panel
4.2 Control Panel VOLT DOWNSLOPE ARC FORCE In different welding modes, this knob has different functions: Adjusts the arc force, the range is 0~10 Adjusts the time of down slope Adjusts the welding voltage, the range is 10~25V Argon ARC Welding Operation 4.3.1 TIG Welding (4T Operation) The start current and crater current can be pre-set. -
Page 11: Tig Welding (2T Operation)
4.3.2 TIG Welding (2T operation) TIG short welding (2T): I(A) Loosen the Welding current Is welding gun switch The setting base current lb Arc is Striking turned off success t( s) Press and hold the welding gun switch Introduction: • 0: Press and hold the gun switch, Electromagnetic gas valve is turned on. The shielding gas starts to flow •... -
Page 12: Welding Parameters
Welding Parameters 4.4.1 Joint forms in TIG/MMA 4.4.2 The Explanation of Welding Quality The relation of welding area colour & the protection e ect of stainless steel Welding area argent, golden blue red-grey grey black colour Protect best better good worst effect The relation of welding area colour &... - Page 13 Electrode Diameter Diameter At Tip Constant Included Current Range Angle, Degrees .040 .125 .005 2-15 .250 .010 5-30 .040 1/16 .500 .020 8-50 1/16 .800 .030 10-70 3/32 .800 .030 12-90 3/32 1.100 .045 15-150 1.100 .045 20-200 .500 .060 25-250 Welding Welding...
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Page 14: Operation Environment
Welding Piping Tungsten Argon Welding Welding Wire Gaas Nozzle Rate/ Diameter Electrode Flow Rate/ Current/A Diameter/MM Voltage/V Diameter/MM Φ/MM Diameter/MM cm · min L · min 75~90 11~13 11~13 75~95 75~100 11~13 8~10 8~10 80~105 14~16 8~10 9~11 90~110 14~16 10~12 90~115 8~10... - Page 15 5.0 Troubleshooting If there are simple troubles with your MIG160 welding machine, you can consult the following overhauling chart: Troubles Reasons Solutions Light damaged or has a bad Test/repair the inside circuit of power When the machine is powered connection light on, the fan works but the power light is not on...
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Page 16: Recommended Safety Guidelines
6.0 Recommended Safety Guidelines Safety precautions & recommendations include: • Repair or replace defective cables immediately • Keep fire extinguishing equipment in a handy location nearby • Never look directly at the arc except through an appropriate protective shade level lens •... -
Page 17: Warranty Schedule
8. Warranty Schedule 2021 GWS welding equipment is designed and tested for professional industrial environments. As a guarantee of high quality, we offer a warranty. Valid only from the sale by GWS or an accredited distributor of the equipment or product. -
Page 18: Package Contents & Optional Extras
Parts & Accessories Package Includes ARC ® Binzel Style 15 WSEL2504 WELD Earth Lead MMT153 OKC Male 250 Amp Torch 3 Meter 4 Meters 35-50mm GASpro Regulator Argon Compact Flowmeter 0-25LPM Optional Extras SAH1000F ArcOne Vision Welding GRAM GASpro® Regulator Helmet Black 1000F ArgonTwin Gauge Side Inlet...
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