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- Page 1 180 ST STICK/TIG ARC WELDER OPERATING MANUAL ENGLISH INCLUDES: Welding Machine, Stick Electrode Holder and Ground Cable and Clamp CAT# 291 REV 10.22.18 WWW.FORNEYIND.COM...
- Page 2 Above all, our employees will provide the same respect and caring attitude within the organization as they are expected to share with every Forney customer. Our goal will be to exceed our customers’ expectations through empowered people, guided by shared values and commitments.
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Page 3: Warranty
STOP! PLEASE DO NOT RETURN TO THE STORE If you have questions or problems with your new welder, please contact customer service at 1-800-521-6038 Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. - 5 p.m. (MST) or www.forneyind.com/about-us/contact-us. Please take time to register your product at www.forneyind.com/support/product-registration. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Box Contents Table of Contents WARRANTY ................................3 TABLE OF CONTENTS ..............................4 SYMBOLS LEGEND ..............................5 SAFETY SUMMARY ..............................5 PRINCIPAL SAFETY STANDARDS..........................5 CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNING ......................6 EMF INFORMATION ............................. 6 PERSONAL PROTECTION ............................6 FIRE PREVENTION ..............................7 HIGH FREQUENCY RADIATION .......................... -
Page 5: Symbols Legend
BEFORE INSTALLING, OPERATING OR CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE ON THE MACHINE, READ THE CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL CAREFULLY, PAYING PARTICULAR ATTENTION TO THE SAFETY RULES AND HAZARDS. In the event of these instructions not being clear, please contact your Forney Authorized Dealer or Forney Customer Service 1-800-521-6038 Symbols Legend MEANING... -
Page 6: California Proposition 65 Warning
• ANSI Z87.1 - SAFE PRACTICE FOR OCCUPATION AND EDUCATIONAL EYE AND FACE PROTECTION - Obtainable from the American National Standards Institute, 11 West 42nd St., New York, NY 10036 Telephone (212) 642A900, Fax (212) 398-0023 - www.ansi.org • NFPA 51B: STANDARD FOR FIRE PREVENTION DURING WELDING, CUTTING, AND OTHER HOT WORK- Obtainable from the National Fire Protection Association, 1 Batterymarch Park, P.O. -
Page 7: Fire Prevention
• Flying sparks can injure. Wear proper safety equipment to protect eyes and face. Shape tungsten electrode on grinder wearing proper protection and in a safe location. Keep flammables away and prevent fire from flying sparks. FUMES, GASSES, AND VAPORS CAN CAUSE DISCOMFORT, ILLNESS, AND DEATH! To reduce the risk, read, understand, and follow the safety instructions. -
Page 8: High Frequency Radiation
• Keep cylinders away from areas where they may be subjected to physical damage or accidentally struck. Keep them a safe distance from any source of flame, sparks, or heat. • Do not weld or cut in an area where the air may contain flammable dust (such as grain dust), gas, or liquid vapors (such as gasoline). -
Page 9: Noise
Box Contents DESCRIPTION ITEM ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM DESCRIPTION Ground Cable 180 ST Forney Easy Weld ™ Stick Electrode Holder and Clamp Welder (See page 12 for more information) WWW.FORNEYIND.COM... -
Page 10: Installation
Installation Welder Specifications Primary (input) volts 120VAC/230VAC Maximum Output 120V - 100A (DC output only) 230V - 180A (DC output only) Phase Single Frequency 50/60Hz Recommended Circuit Breaker 120V - 10A time-delay (slow-blow) breaker minimum (30A for maximum performance) 230V - 30A time-delay (slow-blow) breaker minimum (50A for maximum performance) Extension Cord Recommendations 3 conductor #12AWG or larger up to 25 ft. -
Page 11: Generators
Generators This welder can be operated from an AC generator. Ensure that the generator can supply a minimum of 4,000 watts for (120V operation) and (8,000 watts for 230V) of continuous output. The generator must not have an auto- idle fuel saving feature or must have the option to turn auto-idle off. The generator must run at full speed at all times while your welder is plugged into it or you risk damaging your welder. -
Page 12: Getting To Know Your Welder
Getting to Know Your Welder Description Your new single phase inverter welder offers Stick and TIG welding processes in the same power source. These processes can be selected with the process SELECTOR SWITCH (1) on the front panel of the unit. Stick Welding, “SMAW”... - Page 13 — WWW.FORNEYIND.COM...
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Page 14: Operation
Operation Performance Data Plate and Duty Cycle On the machine, there is a plate that includes all the operating specifications for your new unit. The serial number of the product is also found on this plate. The duty cycle rating of a welder defines how long the operator can weld and how long the welder must rest and be cooled. -
Page 15: Welding Preparation
Welding Preparation An important factor in making a satisfactory weld is preparation. This includes studying the process and equipment and practicing welding before attempting to weld finished product. An organized, safe, ergonomic, comfortable, and well-lit work area should be prepared for the operator. The work area should specifically be free of all flammables with both a fire extinguisher and a bucket of sand available. -
Page 16: Setup For Tig Welding (Gtaw) With Lift Arc
Setup for TIG Welding (GTAW) with Lift Arc Setting up the Equipment for TIG Welding (GTAW): Lanthanated Tungsten 1/16” to 1/8” (MAX) recommended for use. WARNING: TIG TORCH IS ALWAYS LIVE (ELECTRICALLY HOT). Use caution and ensure the TIG torch is not in contact with or near conductive or grounded materials. •... -
Page 17: Maintenance & Servicing
Maintenance & Servicing General Maintenance This welder has been engineered to need minimal service providing that a few very simple steps are taken to properly maintain it. 1. Replace INPUT POWER CABLE (8), ground cable, ground clamp, or torch/electrode cable when damaged or worn. - Page 18 PROBLEM POSSIBLE CAUSE POSSIBLE SOLUTION Weld parameters too low. Adjust welding parameters Too long or improper extension cord. Use a proper extension cord (#12 AWG wire for 120V or #8 AWG for 230V or heavier, no longer than 25 ft.). See “Extension Cords”, page 11.
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Page 19: Machine Parts Diagram & Replacement Parts List
Machine Parts Diagram & Replacement Parts List PART NUMBER ITEM DESCRIPTION 85667 Ground (25 Dinse) 85669 Electrode Holder (25 Dinse) WWW.FORNEYIND.COM... -
Page 20: Tig Torch & Tig Consumables List (Sold Separately)
TIG Torch & TIG Consumables List (SOLD SEPARATELY) PART NUMBER ITEM DESCRIPTION ITEM PHOTO 85657 Tig Torch (9FV) 85454 Cup (10N48) 85455 Collet (10N23 (1/16in)) 85459 Collet Body (10N31 (1/16in)) 85465 Back Cap (57Y02 (4in)) 85450 Electrode (1/16” x 7”) WWW.FORNEYIND.COM... -
Page 21: User Notes
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