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Eastwood MP200i Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual

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AC/DC MP200i WELDER
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

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  • Page 1 Item #65375 AC/DC MP200i WELDER ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 2 Eastwood. WARRANTY REPAIR: If Eastwood confirms the existence of a defect covered under this warranty plan, Eastwood will determine whether repair or replacement is the most suitable option to rectify the defect. At Eastwood’s request, the purchaser must return, to Eastwood, any products claimed defective under Eastwood’s warranty.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    SPOOL GUN WELDING....... . 21 To order parts and supplies: 800.343.9353 >> eastwood.com...

  • Page 4: Contents

    CONTENTS COMPONENTS; BOX A (1) Elite AC/DC MP200i Welder [A] COMPONENTS; BOX B (1) Rear Wheel/Gas Cylinder Tray Assembly [B] (1) Front Caster Assembly [C] (2) Gas Cylinder Brackets [D] (2) Shielding Gas Hoses, 4.6’ [1.4m] [E] (1) Ground Clamp with 14.8’ [4.5m] Cable [F] (1) MIG Gun, with 8’...

  • Page 5: Specifications

    For overheat protection, allow the Welder to cool for a minimum of 15 minutes or until the error display goes out. NOTE: The Eastwood Elite AC/DC MP200i is equipped with a dynamic cooling fan. The fan will NOT run when the unit is powered up. It will only run when required and it will turn off again when not needed.

  • Page 6: Safety Information

    Welding can be dangerous to you and other persons in the work area. Read and understand this instruction manual before using this Eastwood welding machine. Injury or death can occur if safe welding practices are not followed. Safety information is set forth below and throughout this manual. Save these instructions for future reference.
  • Page 7 • Keep protective cap in place over valve except when cylinder is in use. • Use proper equipment, procedures and have adequate help when moving or lifting cylinders. To order parts and supplies: 800.343.9353 >> eastwood.com...

  • Page 8: Connecting The Welder To A Power Source

    NEMA 6-50P and should be used with a NEMA 6-50R receptacle. If unsure about your electrical setup contact a licensed electrician. As an alternative, by using the included Adapter Cord, the AC/DC MP200i can be used with a dedicated 120 VAC, 20 AMP grounded NEMA 5-15R outlet protected by a circuit breaker.

  • Page 9: Assembly

    M5 x 12 mm Screws [aa] for each support (FIG 4). FIG. 3 FIG. 3    " " " "    " " " " FIG. 4 FIG. 4 Hidden from View Hidden from View To order parts and supplies: 800.343.9353 >> eastwood.com...

  • Page 10: Control And Display Panel

    [d] TIG Trigger and Foot Pedal Connector [e] Electrode Holder Connector [f] Ground Connector REAR PANEL (FIG 8) FIG. 8 FIG. 8 [g] 240 VAC Power Cord [h] ON/OFF Switch [j] MIG Shielding Gas Connector [k] TIG Shielding Gas Connector Eastwood Technical Assistance: 800.343.9353 >> tech@eastwood.com...

  • Page 11: Installing The Mig & Tig Shielding Gas Supplies

    Shielding Gas Bottles are NOT INCLUDED with the Eastwood Elite AC/DC MP200i but are necessary to MIG and TIG welding. They can be bought at most local Welding Supply Stores. The Eastwood Elite AC/DC MP200i is capable of securing up to two 40CF - 125CF welding gas cylinders. Eastwood recommends the use of 75% Argon / 25% CO2 when MIG welding steel, 100% Argon for Aluminum, and Tri-Mix (90% He / 7.5% Ar / 2.5% CO2) for Stainless Steel.

  • Page 12: Mig Welding Set-Up

    INTERFACE OPERATION. DRIVE ROLLER The Eastwood Elite AC/DC MP200i is designed to use 0.023” to 0.035” wire and is equipped with a Dual-Groove Drive Roller. As assembled, it will accept 0.030”/0.035” [0.8mm/0.9mm] wire. To use 0.023” [0.6mm] wire, it must be reversed. To do so: •...
  • Page 13 FIG. 12 FIG. 12 The Eastwood Elite AC/DC MP200i can be used with either a 4” or an 8” wire spool. A 4” Spool fits directly on the Spool Shaft and the included, pre-installed 8” Spool Adapter must be removed and placed in a safe location for future use.
  • Page 14 • Once the wire exits the end of the gun, turn the ON/OFF Switch [h] on the Rear Panel to the OFF position and unplug the Welder from the power supply. • Reinstall the Contact Tip and Nozzle. Cut the wire about 1/4” from the end of the Contact Tip. Eastwood Technical Assistance: 800.343.9353 >> tech@eastwood.com...

  • Page 15: Mig Welding Operation

    FIG. 16 FIG. 16 MIG MODE USER INTERFACE OPERATION The Eastwood Elite AC/DC MP200i has several configurable and preset options to help you succeed in welding. The adjustments available in MIG mode are detailed below. DEFAULT VIEW The default view in MIG mode (FIG 16) shows the Welder’s set voltage and wire speed in inches per minute.

  • Page 16: Mig Shielding Gas Flow Adjustment

    Do not be alarmed when the wire feeds slowly while not welding. • Refer to the Suggested Settings Chart which is located on the inside of the Side Panel Door of the Eastwood Welder. It is also located towards the end of this manual, see DATA CHART (FIG 26).

  • Page 17: Mig Welding Techniques

    Either of these techniques will create strong welds but in some cases the Stringer or Weave type will create a more aesthetically pleasing weld bead. • Once the entire weld has been completed, allow the metal to cool. If necessary, follow up with a flap disc to grind the weld bead flush. To order parts and supplies: 800.343.9353 >> eastwood.com...
  • Page 18 TEE WELD is a joint between two pieces where one is perpendicular PLUG WELD is a joint which joins two overlapping pieces by filling to the other. in a hole punched in the top piece. Eastwood Technical Assistance: 800.343.9353 >> tech@eastwood.com...

  • Page 19: Spool Gun Set-Up And Operation

    SET-UP FOR SPOOL GUN WELDING The Eastwood Elite AC/DC MP200i is designed to accept an Eastwood #20172 Spool Gun (available separately, not included) which allows for easy feeding of aluminum wire to expand the AC/DC MP200i MIG welding capabilities. This is an optional accessory and can be purchased separately from Eastwood.
  • Page 20 • Depress the Spool Gun Trigger. Once the wire exits the end of the gun, turn the ON/OFF Switch [h] on the Rear Panel to the OFF position and unplug the Welder from the power supply. • Reinstall the Contact Tip and Nozzle. Cut the wire about 3/4” from the end of the Contact Tip. Eastwood Technical Assistance: 800.343.9353 >> tech@eastwood.com...

  • Page 21: Spool Gun Welding

    NOTE: In some cases, if the welding wire gets hot enough it may swell and bind in the Contact Tip. If this happens, you can utilize one size larger Contact Tip. Contact Tips are available at eastwood.com. • Using a welding helmet, gloves, and long sleeve shirt and pants, put the end of the wire sticking out of the Spool Gun into the joint to be welded.

  • Page 22: Tig Welding Set-Up

    Welder from the power supply before beginning welder set-up. The Eastwood Elite AC/DC MP200i is factory set-up for TIG Welding use with a 3/32” Tungsten (included) and 100% Argon Shielding Gas (not included). INSTALLING THE TIG TORCH •...
  • Page 23 Tungsten grinding only. A fine grit standard 6” syn- thetic stone grinding wheel on a bench top grinder is sufficient, or a dedicated tungsten grinder (#33307 Eastwood TG1800 Tungsten Grinder) is optionally available. HEALTH HAZARD! Dust and fine particles are generated while grinding which can contain hazardous or toxic substances.

  • Page 24: Tig Welding Operation

    FIG. 22 FIG. 22 DC TIG MODE USER INTERFACE OPERATION The Eastwood Elite AC/DC MP200i has many configurable and preset options to help you succeed in welding. The adjustments available in DC TIG mode are detailed below. DEFAULT VIEW The default view in DC TIG mode (FIG 22) shows the Welder’s set amperage. Rotate the Adjustment Knob to fine-adjust parameters.

  • Page 25: Ac Tig Mode User Interface Operation

    AC TIG MODE USER INTERFACE OPERATION FIG. 23 FIG. 23 The Eastwood Elite AC/DC MP200i has many configurable and preset options to help you succeed in welding. The adjustments available in AC TIG mode are detailed below. DEFAULT VIEW The default view in AC TIG mode (FIG 23) shows the Welder’s set amperage. Rotate the Adjustment Knob to fine-adjust parameters.

  • Page 26: Tig Welding

    • Constantly be aware that TIG welding quickly generates heat in the work piece and Torch. Severe burns can quickly occur by contacting hot metal pieces. • When done, shut off the Power Switch and close the Shielding Gas Tank Valve completely Eastwood Technical Assistance: 800.343.9353 >> tech@eastwood.com...

  • Page 27: Stick Welding Set-Up

    POLARITY SELECTION The Eastwood Elite AC/DC MP200i can weld in both Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP) and Direct Current Electrode Negative (DCEN). The electrode, or rod, when welding in DCEP is positive and the grounded surface is negative. This polarity is used with electrodes that specify it and is the most commonly used polarity when ARC weld- ing for general purpose use.

  • Page 28: Stick Welding Operation

    ELECTRODE SELECTION Before beginning welding with your Eastwood Elite AC/DC MP200i, you will need to purchase electrodes as these are a consumable item in the ARC welding process. There are a variety of different types of rods available and they should be selected depending on the project at hand. The chart below is an overview of some of the most popular electrodes.

  • Page 29: Dc Stick Mode User Interface Operation

    • FACT DFLT: Setting to YES and pressing the Mode Selection Button to confirm will return settings to factory defaults. These defaults will take the Welder back to good weld settings for 1/8” material. Factory default settings are: - Amperage: 80A - Hot Start: 50% - Force: 50% - VRD: On To order parts and supplies: 800.343.9353 >> eastwood.com...

  • Page 30: Stick Welding

    • To stop welding simply lift the electrode away from the workpiece. When finished welding remove the electrode from the holder and turn off the Welder. Eastwood Technical Assistance: 800.343.9353 >> tech@eastwood.com...

  • Page 31: Data Chart

    DATA CHART To order parts and supplies: 800.343.9353 >> eastwood.com...

  • Page 32: Troubleshooting

    TROUBLESHOOTING PROBLEM CAUSE CORRECTION Check power supply. The Elite AC/DC MP200i requires a properly grounded, Welder Not Plugged Into Proper Power 240 Volt AC, 50 Amp power supply or a properly grounded 120 Volt AC, Supply 20 Amp power supply.
  • Page 33 MIG Gun Contact Tip is Excessively Worn Replace MIG Gun Contact Tip. Check power supply. The Elite AC/DC MP200i requires a properly grounded, Incorrect Input Voltage 240 Volt AC, 50 Amp power supply or a properly grounded 120 Volt AC, 20 Amp power supply.
  • Page 34 Excessive Wire Protruding length of exposed wire. Penetration The Elite AC/DC MP200i is rated for a maximum thickness of 3/8”. Material Too Thick Exceeding this will result in poor penetration. If welding heavy gauge metals, it may be necessary to increase the welding gap Poor Material Preparation between the two pieces and also bevel the edges on the weld side of the pieces.
  • Page 35 Decrease AC Balance to increase penetration and decrease cleaning effect. Tungsten Wrong Size Tungsten Increase tungsten diameter. Refer to chart for proper sizing. Incorrect Shielding Gas Only use 100% Argon when TIG Welding. To order parts and supplies: 800.343.9353 >> eastwood.com...
  • Page 36 To reduce heat, it is best to spread the welding out around the area. This can be Too Much Heat in Material done by using stitch welding techniques, alternating sides, and/or taking your time and allowing the pieces to cool between passes. Eastwood Technical Assistance: 800.343.9353 >> tech@eastwood.com...
  • Page 37 Slow down the travel speed of the electrode while welding. Welder Digital Display Shows Allow the Welder to cool for a minimum of 15 minutes before attempting to Err-01 or Err-02 Duty Cycle Exceeded use again. and Will Not Function To order parts and supplies: 800.343.9353 >> eastwood.com...
  • Page 38 NOTES Eastwood Technical Assistance: 800.343.9353 >> tech@eastwood.com...
  • Page 39 NOTES To order parts and supplies: 800.343.9353 >> eastwood.com...
  • Page 40 If you have any questions about the use of this product, please contact The Eastwood Technical Assistance Service Department: 800.343.9353 >> email: tech@eastwood.com PDF version of this manual is available at eastwood.com The Eastwood Company 263 Shoemaker Road, Pottstown, PA 19464, USA 800.343.9353 eastwood.com © Copyright 2022 Eastwood Automotive Group LLC 9/22...

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