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ESAB ET 300i Instruction Manual

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Renegade
ET 300i, ET 300iP
Welding power source TIG 300 A
Instruction manual
Valid for: serial no. 815-xxx-xxxx
0463 416 101 GB 20220103

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  • Page 1 Renegade ET 300i, ET 300iP Welding power source TIG 300 A Instruction manual Valid for: serial no. 815-xxx-xxxx 0463 416 101 GB 20220103...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Fan control ....................Thermal protection ................. Voltage reducing device (VRD) ............. 5.10 5.11 Remote control ..................USB connection ..................5.12 CONTROL PANEL ..................ET 300i ..................... 6.1.1 Navigation .................... 6.1.2 Weld program ..................ET 300iP ....................6.2.1 Navigation .................... TIG settings .....................
  • Page 4 Routine maintenance ................Cleaning instruction ................TROUBLESHOOTING ................. ERROR CODES ................... Error code descriptions ................ ORDERING SPARE PARTS ................ DIAGRAM ......................ORDERING NUMBERS ..................42 ACCESSORIES ....................43 Rights reserved to alter specifications without notice. 0463 416 101 © ESAB AB 2022...

  • Page 5: Safety

    Safety Data Sheets (SDSs). Safety precautions Users of ESAB equipment have the ultimate responsibility for ensuring that anyone who works on or near the equipment observes all the relevant safety precautions. Safety precautions must meet the requirements that apply to this type of equipment. The following recommendations should be observed in addition to the standard regulations that apply to the workplace.
  • Page 6 Protect your eyes and body. Use the correct welding screen and filter lens and wear protective clothing. • Protect bystanders with suitable screens or curtains. NOISE - Excessive noise can damage hearing Protect your ears. Use earmuffs or other hearing protection. 0463 416 101 - 6 - © ESAB AB 2022...
  • Page 7 For further information contact the nearest ESAB dealer. ESAB has an assortment of welding accessories and personal protection equipment for purchase. For ordering information contact your local ESAB dealer or visit us on our website. 0463 416 101 - 7 - ©...

  • Page 8: Introduction

    Overview The ET 300i and ET 300iP are welding power sources intended for TIG welding and for welding with covered electrodes (MMA). ESAB accessories for the product can be found in the "ACCESSORIES" chapter of this manual. Equipment The power source is supplied with: •...

  • Page 9: Technical Data

    3 TECHNICAL DATA TECHNICAL DATA ET 300i (0445 100 900, 0445 100 904), ET 300iP (0445 100 920, 0445 100 924) Mains voltage 230–480 V ±10%, 230 V ±10%, 1~ 50/60 Hz 3~ 50/60 Hz Mains supply S 4.1 MVA No demand sc min 0.04 Ohm No demand Primary current 30.0 A...
  • Page 10 3 TECHNICAL DATA ET 300i (0445 100 900, 0445 100 904), ET 300iP (0445 100 920, 0445 100 924) Operating temperature -10 to +40 °C (+14 to +104 °F) Transportation temperature -20 to +55 °C (-4 to +131 °F) Continual sound pressure < 70 db (A) at no-load Dimensions l × w × h...

  • Page 11: Installation

    B. Minimum 200 mm (8 in.) WARNING! Secure the equipment - particularly if the ground is uneven or sloping. Lifting instructions Mechanical lifting must be done with both outer handles. 0463 416 101 - 11 - © ESAB AB 2022...

  • Page 12: Mains Supply

    3-phase 380–415 V mains supply. If other mains voltage is required, the mains cable may be changed according to relevant national regulations. For recommendations, see section Recommended fuse sizes and minimum cable area. 0463 416 101 - 12 - © ESAB AB 2022...
  • Page 13 11. Ensure that the IP shield is correctly mounted on the inside of the side panel (E). 12. Reassemble the side panel (F). 13. Tighten the screws on the side panel with 3 ±0.3 Nm (26.6 ±2.7 in. lb). 0463 416 101 - 13 - © ESAB AB 2022...
  • Page 14 4 INSTALLATION 3-phase 1-phase WARNING! In 1-phase operation the terminal L3 is powered, even though not connected. Make sure to keep terminal L3 disconnected. 0463 416 101 - 14 - © ESAB AB 2022...

  • Page 15: Recommended Fuse Sizes And Minimum Cable Area

    100 m/ 100 m/ 100 m/ 100 m/ extension cord length 330 ft. 330 ft. 330 ft. 330 ft. 330 ft. 330 ft. Minimum recommended extension cord size 4×4 mm² 4×4 mm² 4×4 mm² 4×4 mm² 4×4 mm² 3×6 mm² 0463 416 101 - 15 - © ESAB AB 2022...
  • Page 16 Generators with Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) or with equivalent or better type of regulation, with rated power 20 kW, are recommended. 0463 416 101 - 16 - © ESAB AB 2022...

  • Page 17: Operation

    Connection (-): TIG: torch MMA: Return Mains cable cable or welding cable Connection for remote control unit (Both digital and analogue remote control units can be used together with the power source.) 0463 416 101 - 17 - © ESAB AB 2022...

  • Page 18: Tig Welding

    Turning the mains power on/off Turn on the mains power by turning switch to the ”I” position. Turn the unit off by turning the switch to the ”O” position. 0463 416 101 - 18 - © ESAB AB 2022...

  • Page 19: Connect To Cooler Ec 1000

    The fan starts again when welding restarts. During energy-saving mode the fan will start occasionally and run for a few minutes. 0463 416 101 - 19 - © ESAB AB 2022...

  • Page 20: Thermal Protection

    The VRD function ensures that the open-circuit voltage does not exceed 35 V when welding is not being carried out. This is indicated by a lit VRD indicator on the panel. Contact an authorised ESAB service technician to activate this function.

  • Page 21: Control Panel

    By pressing the button (11) different values can be shown. Use the knob (7) to change the values. The sequence is: Set current value. Measured current value. Measured voltage value. Slope down (TIG only) Gas post flow (TIG only) 0463 416 101 - 21 - © ESAB AB 2022...

  • Page 22: Weld Program

    (1). Press selection button 1, 2 or 3 for 3 seconds to store a weld program in the memory. The memory indicator will be lit when finished. To switch between the different weld programs press button 1, 2 or 3. 0463 416 101 - 22 - © ESAB AB 2022...

  • Page 23: 300Ip

    Parameter selection button, selection indicated by (18). Also used for access to hidden functions. Slope up indicator. Overheating indicator. Direct current or pulse current indicator. VRD function (reduced open-circuit voltage) indicator. Pulse balance. 0463 416 101 - 23 - © ESAB AB 2022...

  • Page 24: Navigation

    The set indicator (4) is off when measured values are shown. Weld parameters The weld parameters are stored for pulse and no pulse respectively. The values are changed when changing between pulse and no pulse. 0463 416 101 - 24 - © ESAB AB 2022...

  • Page 25: Tig Settings

    6 CONTROL PANEL TIG settings Symbol Function Setting range Setting steps Default ET 300i ET 300iP value TIG HF* ON/OFF LiftArc* ON/OFF Current 1ph: 5–200 A 100 A 3ph: 5–300 A Slope up time H: 0.0–9.9 s 1.5 s 0.0–25.0 s Slope down 0.0–25.0 s...

  • Page 26: Hidden Tig Functions

    6 CONTROL PANEL Symbol Function Setting range Setting steps Default ET 300i ET 300iP value Dual current ON/OFF mode* Dual current 10–90% mode setting value *) Parameter cannot be changed while welding H = Hidden function 6.3.1 Hidden TIG functions There are hidden functions in the control panel.
  • Page 27 The gas pre flow function controls the time during which shielding gas flows before the arc is initiated. Gas post flow The gas post flow function controls the time during which shielding gas flows after the arc is terminated. 0463 416 101 - 27 - © ESAB AB 2022...
  • Page 28 50%, the remote min current will be 40 A. If the remote min current function is set to 0%, the remote min current will be equal to the lowest possible current (5 A). 0463 416 101 - 28 - © ESAB AB 2022...

  • Page 29: Analogue Remote Control

    (3). The current will slope down to the pilot level again. Release the trigger switch (4) to terminate the arc. The shielding gas will continue to flow in order to protect the weld and the tungsten electrode. 0463 416 101 - 29 - © ESAB AB 2022...

  • Page 30: Mma Settings

    G = Current range adjustable by the foot pedal D = Gas post flow MMA settings Symbol Function Setting range Setting steps Default ET 300i ET 300iP value MMA* ON/OFF Current 1ph: 5–200 A 100 A 3ph: 5–300 A Arc force 0–99...

  • Page 31: Hidden Mma Functions

    6 CONTROL PANEL Symbol Function Setting range Setting steps Default ET 300i ET 300iP value Hot start 0–99% Remote ON/OFF control unit* Remote min 0–99% current *) Parameter cannot be changed while welding H = Hidden function 6.5.1 Hidden MMA functions There are hidden functions in the control panel.
  • Page 32 50%, the remote min current will be 40 A. If the remote min current function is set to 0%, the remote min current will be equal to the lowest possible current (5 A). 0463 416 101 - 32 - © ESAB AB 2022...

  • Page 33: Maintenance

    Cleaning instruction To maintain the performance and increase the lifetime of the power source it is mandatory to clean it regularly. How often depends on: 0463 416 101 - 33 - © ESAB AB 2022...
  • Page 34 Since the power source contains one "dirty side" (the right side) and one "clean side" (the left side), it is important that you do not remove the left side panel before cleaning the right side of the power source. 0463 416 101 - 34 - © ESAB AB 2022...
  • Page 35 The IP shield should be angled approximately 90° into the power source, so that it is positioned between the welding outlet connector and the transformer outlets. 0463 416 101 - 35 - © ESAB AB 2022...
  • Page 36 7 MAINTENANCE Tighten the screws on the side panels with 3 Nm ± 0.3 Nm (26.6 in lb. ± 2.6). 0463 416 101 - 36 - © ESAB AB 2022...

  • Page 37: Troubleshooting

    Check and clean the cooler. The maximum current • Check that the power source is connected to 3-phase setting is limited to 200 A mains power supply. • Check the mains power supply fuses. 0463 416 101 - 37 - © ESAB AB 2022...

  • Page 38: Error Codes

    If several errors have been detected only the code for the last occurring error is displayed. Error code descriptions Error codes that the user can handle are listed below. If any other error code appears, contact an authorised ESAB service technician. Error code Description Err 1 Temperature fault The temperature of the power source is too high.
  • Page 39 Action: If a water cooled torch is used make sure it is connected to the cooling unit. If a water cooled torch is not used, press a button on the control panel to cancel the error. If the error persists, contact a service technician. 0463 416 101 - 39 - © ESAB AB 2022...

  • Page 40: Ordering Spare Parts

    Repair and electrical work should be performed by an authorised ESAB service technician. Use only ESAB original spare and wear parts. The ET 300i and ET 300iP are designed and tested in accordance with international and european standards IEC/EN 60974-1, IEC/EN 60974-3 and IEC/EN 60974-10 Class A, Canadian standards CAN/CSA-E60974-1 and US standards ANSI/IEC 60974-1.

  • Page 41: Diagram

    DIAGRAM DIAGRAM 0463 416 101 - 41 - © ESAB AB 2022...

  • Page 42: Ordering Numbers

    ET 300i 0445 100 920 Welding power source ET 300iP 0463 423 001 Spare parts list 0463 424 001 Service manual Technical documentation is available on the Internet at www.esab.com 0463 416 101 - 42 - © ESAB AB 2022...

  • Page 43: Accessories

    Return cable kit 3 meter, incl. clamp and OKC 50 connector 0700 006 889 Return cable kit 5 meter, incl. clamp and OKC 50 connector 0160 360 881 OKC 50 male contact, pack 4 pcs 0463 416 101 - 43 - © ESAB AB 2022...
  • Page 44 Interconnection cable for analogue remote control MMA3, 25 m 0445 694 880 Interconnection cable for analogue remote controls AT1 and AT1 C/F, 10 m 0445 694 881 Interconnection cable for analogue remote controls AT1 and AT1 C/F, 25 m 0463 416 101 - 44 - © ESAB AB 2022...
  • Page 45 ACCESSORIES 0463 416 101 - 45 - © ESAB AB 2022...
  • Page 46 For contact information visit esab.com ESAB AB, Lindholmsallén 9, Box 8004, 402 77 Gothenburg, Sweden, Phone +46 (0) 31 50 90 00 http://manuals.esab.com...

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