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Safety Precautions These safety precautions are for protection of safety and health. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in serious injury or death. Be careful to read and follow all cautions and warnings. Protect yourself and others. Welding and cutting processes produce high levels of ultraviolet (UV) radiation that can cause se- vere skin burn and damage.
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Safety Precautions WARNING! Persons with pacemakers should not weld, cut or be in the welding area until they consult with their physician. Some pacemakers are sensitive to EMF radiation and could severely malfunction while welding or while being in the vicinity of someone welding. Serious injury or death may occur! Welding and plasma cutting processes generate electro-magnetic fields and radiation.
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Safety Precautions WARNING! Electrical shock can kill. Make sure all electrical equipment is properly grounded. Do not use frayed, cut or otherwise damaged cables and leads. Do not stand, lean or rest on ground clamp. Do not stand in water or damp areas while welding or cutting. Keep work surface dry. Do not use welder or plasma cutter in the rain or in extremely humid conditions.
Section 1 Introduction and Specifications PowerTIG 350 EXT Accessories Accessory 26 Series TIG torch and cable 18 Series TIG torch and cable Everlast 22k Ω Pedal Heavy duty work clamp Heavy duty electrode holder Regulator and hose assy. NOTE: Accessory and consumable appearance, style, length and quantity subject to change without notice.
Section 2 Quick Setup and Use Guide QUICK SETUP GUIDE: TIG CONNECTIONS NOTE: The TIG torch will always be negative polarity whether DC or AC! TORCH (-) 9/17 SERIES TORCH WORK (+) 35 SERIES CONNECTOR 35 SERIES CONNECTOR AIR-COOLED TORCH GAS (Ar) CONTROL CONTROL...
Section 2 Quick Setup and Use Guide QUICK SETUP GUIDE: STICK POLARITY AND CONNECTIONS WORK (-) TORCH (+) NOTE: In stick mode, the polarity will almost always be positive, except for special rods or circumstanc- es. Consult the electrode manufacturer packaging material or website for proper polarity with specialty rods and for conditions where electrode negative would be appropriate.
SUPPLIED PLUG IS A NEMA 6-50P, THE STANDARD PLUG FOR MOST 1 PHASE 240 V WELDERS IN THE US AND CANADA. GREEN GROUND 220V/240V COOLER OUTLET. USE WITH EVERLAST POWERCOOL WC 300 ONLY. WARNING: DO NOT USE THIS OUTLET FOR ANY OTHER APPLICATION OR SERVICE! L2,WHITE L1,BLACK;...
Section 2 Quick Setup and Use Guide FRONT PANEL FEATURES AND CONTROLS POWERTIG 350 EXT 1. CLEAR PROTECTIVE PANEL COVER 2. CONTROL PANEL 350EXT 3. NEGATIVE CONNECTOR 6. POSITIVE CONNECTOR DINSE 35-70mm² DINSE 35-70mm² 4.GAS OUTLET QUICK CONNECT 5. 7-PIN CONTROL FOR PEDAL/TORCH SWITCH/AMPTROL...
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Section 2 Quick Setup and Use Guide FRONT PANEL FEATURES AND CONTROLS POWERTIG 350 EXT POWERTIG 350 EXT PARAMETERS PURPOSE 1. Protective Cover Clear hinged cover protects panel from damage. Keep closed during welding opera- tions. 2. Main Control Panel Digital The main control features digital adjustment.
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Section 2 Quick Setup and Use Guide FRONT PANEL FEATURES AND CONTROLS POWERTIG 350 EXT POWERTIG 350 EXT PARAMETERS PURPOSE 1. Memory Function The unit has 9 programs which allow the operator to select parameters and hen save the settings to the selected program channel. To operate, use the selector button to select the desired program number where the program is to be assigned.
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Section 2 Quick Setup and Use Guide FRONT PANEL FEATURES AND CONTROLS POWERTIG 350EXT POWERTIG 350EXT PARAMETERS PURPOSE 5. Upslope 0-25 Seconds Upslope ramps “up” from the start amp value to the welding amp value while starting the weld puddle. For best operation, the value will be automatically be set to 0 with standard foot pedal mode.
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Section 2 Quick Setup and Use Guide FRONT PANEL FEATURES AND CONTROLS POWERTIG 350EXT POWERTIG 350 EXT PARAMETERS PURPOSE 12. Down Slope 0-25 Seconds Down Slope will ramp amps “down” from the welding amp value to the end amp value to give time to fill the crater left at the end of the weld bead.
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Section 2 Quick Setup and Use Guide FRONT PANEL FEATURES AND CONTROLS POWERTIG 255EXT POWERTIG 255EXT PARAMETERS PURPOSE 21. 2T/4T/ Pedal Selector 2T, 4T, Pedal, This selects the operation of the torch switch, pedal, or hand amptrol. To weld with the torch Pedal with 2T, switch, select 2T or 4T.
Section 2 Quick Setup and Use Guide REAR PANEL FEATURES AND CONTROLS 350 EXT 1x240V...
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4. Power Cord 240 V 1 phase The PowerTIG 350 EXT operates on 240V power(±10%). The unit uses a NEMA 6-50 plug for 240V power. This is a standard plug designated for welder use. NOTE: There is NO neutral in a standard 220V welder circuit. A welder circuit will only use three wires (two hot 110V power legs and one ground).
In this case, the amptrol should be used in direction. the foot pedal mode, or 2T pedal mode only depending upon amptrol switch configuration. Everlast sells torches with built in amptrols that are designed for use with our units in the amptrol 2T and 4T mode. Torches...
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Section 3 Basic Theory and Function have little or no way to change the ratio of EN to EP, 3. AC Wave Forms. The wave form control is a which results in welding with a molten ball at the tip useful feature for achieving a desired type of arc of the tungsten and a less stable arc.
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Section 3 Basic Theory and Function EXAMPLE: AC EP (+) BALANCE Parameter Notes: 1 Hz (one full AC cycle) EP 50% EN 50% Standard transformer welder balance 50% EN/EP= Balling tungsten, light penetration, wide cleaning area. EP 65% EN 35% Extreme cleaning setting 65% EP= Shallow penetration, balling tungsten, excessive cleaning area.
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Section 3 Basic Theory and Function 6. Standard Pulse. (AC and DC) The pulse creates two EXAMPLE 1 amp values, a high and a low value that cycle back and Welding Amps: 100 amps, forth between each other while welding. The upper PulseAmps: 50% amperage is called the “welding amps”...
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For more accurate and responsive the same function as the standard pulse mode adjust- control, Everlast offers a US made foot pedal available as ments. Occasionally during use, a slight wobble of the an additional option. Do not attempt to control stick func- arc may be seen as it pulses between AC and DC—.
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The unit will revert to the “setting” mode and display more consumables fairly quickly. These can be bought selected maximum amperage. directly from Everlast in single pieces or in kits. But the consumables are not exclusive to Everlast and may be purchased locally at most any welding supply store which sell TIG welding supplies.
Section 3 Basic Theory and Function TUNGSTEN PREPARATION 1. Use a dedicated grinding wheel or contamination may re- sult. Do not breath grinding dust! Wear eye protection and gloves. 2. Hold Tungsten firmly. 3. Grind perpendicular to grind- ing wheel face. Allow tungsten to grind away slowly, creating point.
Section 3 Basic Theory and Function LIFT START TIG OPERATION Note: A Lift TIG start should be done with a nearly seamless motion. Use a light touch and a quick motion for best results. FOR DC USE. NOT RECOMMENED FOR AC. <1/8”...
Section 3 Basic Theory and Function STICK OPERATION STARTING METHODS Tapping Method Scratch/Match Method 1. Turn on the power switch on the rear of the unit. Allow unit to cycle through its start up program. 2. Select the Stick mode or Stick VRD with the HF/Lift Start/Stick/ VRD selector button 3.
Section 3 Basic Theory and Function GENERAL POLARITY RECOMMENDATIONS* *Follow manufacturer of stick electrode for complete polarity recommendations PROCESS TORCH POLARITY WORK POLARITY TIG (GTAW) STICK (SMAW) TIG (GTAW) OPERATION GUIDE FOR STEEL (ALUMINUM)* *As a general rule, set amperage using 1 amp for every .001” of metal thickness for aluminum. Less is required for DC. METAL THICKNESS WELDING AMPS TUNGSTEN DIA.
Section 3 Basic Theory and Function EXPANDED VIEW OF TIG TORCH (Actual appearance may vary slightly from what is listed.) 5/8” TYPICAL PARTS FOR Standard Series Torch ( STYLE MAY VARY) QTY. Long Back Cap with O-Ring Short Back Cap Opt.
Section 3 Basic Theory and Function 7 PIN CONNECTOR FOR 22K Ω FOOT PEDAL Bridge a Jumper to Pin 7 To Pedal or Torch Switch ON/OFF Bridge a Jumper to Pin 6 To Pedal or Torch Switch ON/OFF Middle High Potentiometer (VR) Foot Pedal (22k Ω) Note: This unit is equipped with a 22K (25K) pedal.
Check gas flow. Adjust for higher flow of gas. Listen for audible click of gas solenoid. If no click is heard, then contact Everlast Support. Clean weld properly, espe- cially in Aluminum. Too short of post flow time. Check tungsten stick out.
Check foot pedal for complete return or stuck micro-switch. Do not hold down the switch or pedal without attempting to strike an arc. Doing so for more than 2 seconds without starting will cause this error code. OTHER CONTACT EVERLAST...
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