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MODEL NOVATIG 203 DC INSTRUCTION MANUAL for installation, use and maintenance of welding machines. Original instructions in Italian. Please keep for future use. 1.995.230 EN - Rev. 1.1...
NOVATIG 203 DC Contents 1. PREFACE 1.1. PURPOSE OF THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR USE AND MAINTENANCE 1.2. RECIPIENTS 1.3. STORAGE OF THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1.4. UPDATING THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1.5. HOW TO READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1.6. TERMS, SYMBOLS AND PICTOGRAMS 2.
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NOVATIG 203 DC 6. MACHINE USE 6.1. MACHINE LAYOUT DESCRIPTION 6.1.1. Layout for the front and rear panel 6.1.2. Further Controls Explained 6.2. POWER SUPPLY INPUT CONNECTION 6.3. INSTALLATION & OPERATION FOR MMA WELDING 6.3.1. Set up installation for MMA Welding 6.3.2.
NOVATIG 203 DC 1. PREFACE THE OFFICIAL LANGUAGE CHOSEN BY THE MANU- FACTURER IS ITALIAN. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for translations in other languages that do 1.1. PURPOSE OF THE INSTRUCTION not conform to the original meaning (ORIGINAL IN- MANUAL FOR USE AND MAINTENANCE STRUCTIONS).
NOVATIG 203 DC 1.5. HOW TO READ THE INSTRUCTION • capable of comprehending and interpreting the operator manual and the safety instructions; MANUAL • familiar with the emergency procedures and how The Manual is split into chapters, each one dedicated to implement them;...
NOVATIG 203 DC 2. GENERAL INFORMATION NOVATIG 203 DC plate explanation Pos. 1 Name and address of the manufacturer and trademark 2.1. MANUFACTURER IDENTIFICATION Pos. 2 Identification of the welding machine model DATA Pos. 3 Welding machine serial number Pos. 4 Welding machine type symbol: Transform- MANUFACTURER: SINCOSALD S.r.l...
NOVATIG 203 DC 2.3. DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY 2.6. PREPARATION BY THE CUSTOMER The machine is constructed in compliance with the Unless otherwise agreed in the contract, the follow- relevant EU Directives, applicable at the time of its ing are normally the Customer's responsibility: •...
NOVATIG 203 DC 3. SAFETY anisms installed on the machine; • Operations at reduced safety levels must be car- ried out in strict accordance with the instructions 3.1. GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS given in the relevant descriptions; • After any operation with reduced safety levels,...
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NOVATIG 203 DC direct superior of any defects or anomalies presented DIN 11 protection grade. on the mobile parts. - Protect people near the welding area. - REMEMBER: The arc can blind or damage your A) Electric shock eyes. The arc is dangerous up to a distance of 15 ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN BE FATAL!!! metres.
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NOVATIG 203 DC - Do not lift the cylinders from the ground by hold- which covers all exposed surfaces of the body. ing them by the valve or by the cap, or by using Wear protective clothing and welder gloves, head- chains, slings or magnets.
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NOVATIG 203 DC H) Moving parts can cause damage a) Power cables, control cables, transmission system Moving parts, such as the fan, can cut fingers and and telephone cables that pass near the welding hands and catch clothes. machine. Keep all doors, covers and guards closed and securely b) Radio or television transmitters and receivers.
NOVATIG 203 DC chine must never be modified in any part except for • inspection of all the safety devices installed on the modifications planned and authorised by the manu- machine; • ll connections with pins and screws; facturer and carried out by persons authorised by the •...
NOVATIG 203 DC 3.3. CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR USE 3.6. SIGNS The machine must not be used: The safety signs must always be clearly visible and it • For uses other than those specified by the man- is absolutely forbidden to remove or hide them.
NOVATIG 203 DC Explosion hazard: Fatal hazard: This symbol indicates the presence of Pay the utmost attention near this explosive substances or explosion hazard. indication!!! Never touch the area indicated by this symbol since it indicates a fatal hazard. Warning:...
To facilitate transport, the shipment can be per- formed with some components disassembled and properly protected and packaged. THE PACKAGING CONTAINS: No. 1 NOVATIG 203 DC welding machine No. 1 Instruction manual OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES: No. 1 Earth cable No. 1 Clamp cable No.
NOVATIG 203 DC ATTENTION: The machine must remain packed during unloading from the means of transport and until it is transferred to its destination. IMPORTANT: The Manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused to persons or property due to utilising lifting systems other than those described above.
NOVATIG 203 DC Do not lift the machine by the FEEDER or genera- Appropriate safety devices must be provided for its tor handles. operation in line with those required in the area of The welder has a sturdy handle integrated in the safety in the workplace.
NOVATIG 203 DC 4.9. CONNECTIONS ATTENTION: the yellow-green wire of the welding machine power cable must always be connected Electrical connections to the protection conductor (system earth). The The machine's internal connections are carried out yellow-green wire should NEVER be combined by qualified personnel sent by the manufacturer.
NOVATIG 203 DC 5. MACHINE DESCRIPTION voltage and current sensors for high protection. • Weight Extremely low weight and versatility. 5.1. OPERATING PRINCIPLE • Generator friendly Designed to work with diesel generators and to The NOVATIG series welding systems were designed avoid failures due to its voltage spikes.
NOVATIG 203 DC 5.6. NOISE 6. MACHINE USE The equivalent continuous A-weighted sound pres- 6.1. MACHINE LAYOUT DESCRIPTION sure level, emitted by the machine at the workplace in full operating conditions, is less than 70 dB (A). 6.1.1. Layout for the front and rear panel...
NOVATIG 203 DC 6.2. POWER SUPPLY INPUT 13. Current Display 14. Alarm indicator CONNECTION 15. Digital display value current indicator The TIG series of welding machines is designed to 16. MMA hot start setting Indicator operate on a110V /220V AC power supply.
NOVATIG 203 DC 6.4. INSTALLATION & OPERATION FOR Contact with the work piece must be firm contact with clean, bare metal, with no corrosion, paint or TIG WELDING scale at the contact point. 6.4.1. Set up installation for TIG Welding 3.
NOVATIG 203 DC 9. Each machine is equipped with a power cable 6.4.3. TIG GUN Control should be based on the input voltage welding TIG GUN (TIG-17) power cable connected to the appropriate posi- tion, not to pick the wrong voltage;...
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NOVATIG 203 DC Pin Remote Plug Connection Remote Amps Trigger Trigger Down Switch Switch Short Circuit Potentiometer UP/DOWN Function Socket Pin Potentiometer Up/down Not connected Not connected Not connected Not connected 10k ohm (maximum) connection to 10k ohm Not connected...
NOVATIG 203 DC 6.5. START-UP 7. MAINTENANCE After turning on machine or line power, conduct a 7.1. MACHINE ISOLATION careful visual inspection of the entire machine and make sure that no persons or material are obstruct- Before carrying out any type of Maintenance or Re-...
NOVATIG 203 DC 7.4. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE ATTENTION: These operations, although simple, must be performed by a Qualified or Qualified General requirements and Authorised Technician. The machine is designed to minimise routine mainte- nance, thus it is up to the operator to assess its condi- Remove dust or foreign materials every 6 months, tion and suitability for use.
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NOVATIG 203 DC repaired welding machines, in which some com- ponents have been replaced or modified, must be marked so that the person who carried out the re- pair can be identified. B) Additional repair Instructions - After having carried out a repair, be careful to...
NOVATIG 203 DC 7.6. DIAGNOSTICS AND TROUBLESHOOTING For defects or malfunctions of the machine not described in this manual, please contact the manufacturer. List of error code Error Type Error code Description Lamp status Over-heating(1st Yellow lamp (thermal protection) always on...
NOVATIG 203 DC 8. ACCESSORIES AND SPARE 9. ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS PARTS 9.1. WASTE DISPOSAL 8.1. CUSTOMER SERVICE It is the responsibility of the user, in accordance with the laws in force in their country, to ensure correct The Manufacturer is always at your disposal for any...
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NOVATIG 203 DC There are 2 ways to discard DOMESTIC WEEE: For the management of "WEEE", SINCOSALD relies a) If you decide to buy a new equivalent equipment, on ecoR Consortium "it" the user can deliver it to the distributor, who will have to collect it for free.
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