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Protec CTM-160 Instruction & Maintenance Manual

Protec CTM-160 Instruction & Maintenance Manual

Igbt inverter plasma cutter with tig/mma function

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Summary of Contents for Protec CTM-160

  • Page 2 Description: This machine is used to weld ferrous or nonferrous metals. Disclaimer: The information, illustrations and instructions described in this manual are based on the latest product information available at the time of publication. The manufacturer and distributors reserve the right to make modifications at any time as a result of product changes, and such modifications are not obligated to notify any organization or individual.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS Safety precautions..........错误!未定义书签。 Warnings..............错误!未定义书签。 Package and transportation................8 Parameters..............错误!未定义书签。 Product description..................9 Working principle................... 12 Installation and wiring................... 12 Brief instruction for welding operation............15 Maintenance....................19 Common machine malfunctions and solutions.........19 - 2 -...
  • Page 4 Safety precautions The equipment is designed for the qualified personnel who have passed professional training. The operator shall have sufficient professional knowledge of welding, cutting and circuit, and have obtained the qualification certificate of welder. Only operate the machine after reading and fully understanding all the safety precautions and warnings in the manual and of welding operations.
  • Page 5 8. Do not operate the welding/cutting machine in humid environment, otherwise it may cause electric shock or short circuit accident. 9. It is strictly forbidden to re-modify the equipment or the attached equipment related to the operation of the equipment without permission, to avoid accidents. 10.The disposal of the scrap equipment must comply with the relevant policies and regulations of the local government.
  • Page 6 Use appropriate flame retardant shields or curtains to protect other persons from arc radiation and high temperature sparks. Welding slag has high temperature, and can be splashed over a long distance. During the removal of welding slag, the operator and viewers should wear additional safety goggles over safety glasses.
  • Page 7 Prevention of Electric Shock Injuries A person contacting with live electrical components or machine can produce an electric shock, which will cause serious injury to the human body or death. Do not use welding/cutting machines in humid environment where movement is limited or there is a risk of falling.
  • Page 8 Human exposed to the electromagnetic field may cause unknown health effects. Welders should minimize electromagnetic field damage through the following methods. Wrap the electrodes and the working cable with insulating cloth and secure them with tape if possible. Do not wrap wires and cables around arms. Do not put cables around your body.
  • Page 9: Package And Transportation

    Gas Cylinder Safety Cylinders connected to welding/cutting equipment may rupture and leak gas, if not being properly operated. A sudden rupture of a cylinder valve or relief valve can cause injury or even death to human body. The cylinder should be away from high temperature and fire source. Do not use hard objects to scratch on the cylinder body.
  • Page 10: Parameters

    3. Equipment should be stored in a rainproof, moisture-proof and well ventilated place, and the ambient temperature of storage should be -25℃~55℃. PARAMETER Model CTM-160 Parameters Value Rated input voltage AC220V±10% 50/60Hz 1PH...
  • Page 11: Working Principle

    Coupling device, positive pole (+): in TIG / Plasma cutting process, connected with earth clamp, which then is connected to the work piece; in MMA welding process, connected with MMA electrode holder. Power switch: turn on / off the input power. 10 Gas pressure reducer: regulate gas flow 11 Air inlet: compressed air / argon gas input WORKING PRINCIPLE...
  • Page 12 In addition to the features of the inverter power supply above, it also has good dynamic characteristics, stable arc, good welding quality and is easy to control, etc.. Apply to cut and weld carbon steel, stainless steel, nonferrous metal and other metal materials.
  • Page 13 2. Appearance: CTM-160 Panel: Error indicator light: It will lit when the machine is under overcurrent or overheat protection. Current display: Real-time display of output current value, and display the value being set when in data setting. Function select switch: Switch among MMA/TIG/Plasma cutting functions.
  • Page 14 2. Requirements of power input The power supply waveform should be standard sin wave, the rated voltage is 220V±10% with 50Hz or 60Hz frequency. Phase unbalance of three-phase voltage≤5% Model CTM-160 Parameters Value Power supply: AC220V±10% 50/60Hz 1PH Rated output current:...
  • Page 15 d) A ground cable must be connected from the power supply to the work, and the ground cable has a reliable grounding terminal. The yellow green earth wire of the machine must be reliably connected with the grounding cable. e) Before connecting the power cords, it is necessary to confirm the parameters of the power supply on the name plate of the machine which allowed to be connected, and verify the input power supply is consistent with the allowable power supply of the machine.
  • Page 16 BRIEF INSTRUCTION FOR CUTTING OPERATION 1. Plasma cutting process 1.1. Connect the gas hose to the gas inlet on the rear panel of the cutting machine and compressed air source, and tighten the joint firmly with hose clamp or with other methods to avoid air leakage, and ensure that the air source can provide appropriate pressure, sufficient flow rate and be dry.
  • Page 17 Item Item Cutting power supply Earth clamp Air compressor Work piece Air pressure Torch reducing valve 2. TIG welding process 2.1 Connect the quick plug of the ground cable, one end of which is connected with a earth clamp, to the quick socket of the output current “+” pole under the front panel and turn clockwise to tighten;...
  • Page 18 work piece and press the trigger to start welding; 2.6 Carry out the welding operation according to the normal procedure. During welding process, the welding parameters can be modified according to the actual situation; After welding operation, turn off the power switch and turn off the switch of the distribution box.
  • Page 19 voltage level according to the cutting machine’s, do not connect the wrong voltage, and ensure that the error of the supply voltage is within the allowable range. 3.4. Turn on the machine with pressing the power switch, work LED is lit, and cooling fan works.
  • Page 20: Maintenance

    MAINTENANCE 1. Dust removal Inspection by professional maintenance personnel every 3 to 6 months. Clean all parts inside the cutting machine with dry compressed air. After cleaning the inside of the machine, the removed side plate should be reset before using the cutting machine again.
  • Page 21 2. Common machine problems and troubleshooting No. Problem Root cause What to do Power switch was turned off or Check or replace the power switch damaged Power supply Check power input if phase loss phase missing and troubleshooting Whether there is electricity in the grid connected Check the grid voltage...
  • Page 22 Poor ventilation of power supply leads to Improve ventilation overheating Digital display and fan protection work. Error indicator light is on. No no-load Ambient Wait for 5-10 minutes and it will output. temperature is too automatically resume to work high Exceeds the rated Wait for 5-10 minutes and it will duty cycle...