Strata EZIARC 165 Operating Instructions Manual

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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS

To qualify for full 24 month warranty, you must register within 30 days of purchase. See inside for details.

Read these Operating Instructions Completely before attempting to use this machine. Save this manual and

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230V 50HZ

SINGLE

PHASE

EZIARC 165/205

MMA (STICK) WELDERS

IMPORTANT!

IGBT

DIRECT

SPIKE/

INVERTER

CURRENT

GENERATOR

TECHNOLOGY

OUTPUT

SAFE

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CONSTANT

INTELLIGENT

IP23 CORROSION

CURRENT

PROTECTION

& SALT SPRAY

SYSTEM

RESISTANT

LIFT TIG

(OPTIONAL

TORCH)

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Page 1 EZIARC 165/205 MMA (STICK) WELDERS OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS IMPORTANT! To qualify for full 24 month warranty, you must register within 30 days of purchase. See inside for details. Read these Operating Instructions Completely before attempting to use this machine. Save this manual and keep it handy for quick reference.
Page 2 EZIARC 165 • EZIARC 205 Congratulations on your new Strata product! The Strata range from Euroquip uses latest technology design and engineering to produce welding products that combine market leading value and features with durability. Designed for discerning operators who seek professional results and product quality without the price tag of a full professional setup.
Page 3 ADVANCEARC 160 • ADVANCEARC 200 MMA (STICK) WELDERS EZIARC 165 • EZIARC 205 The Advance Series of MMA (Stick) Welders offer the latest IGBT and PFC (Power Factor Correction) technology for smart operators. Increased reliability, performance for harsh and demanding voltage technology, giving you piece of mind when operating on generators or long extension cords.
Page 4 EZIARC 165 • EZIARC 205 Contents Know Your Machine............5 Quick Start Guide..............6 Available Parts & Accessories...........7 Wiring Diagram..............8 Care & Maintenance............9 Electrodes.................9 Effects of MMA Welding Various Metals......10 Basic MMA Welding Guide..........11 Welding Techniques............12 Other Knowledge & Resources........15 Troubleshooting..............16 Safety................18 Warranty.................23...
Page 5 EZIARC 165 • EZIARC 205 EZIARC 165 • EZIARC 205 Know Your Machine Know Your Machine *Denotes more detailed explanation of function to follow. *Denotes more detailed explanation of function to follow. 1. Power Indicator. Lights when input power 1. Power Indicator. Lights when input power...
Page 6 EZIARC 165 • EZIARC 205 Further Controls Explained Tips & Tricks Duty Cycle Rating Overload/ Error Indicator Welding duty cycle is the percentage of actual weld- Lights when over voltage, over current or electrical ing time that can occur in a ten minute cycle. E.g.
Page 7 Quick Start Guide - Welder Installation Electrical Connection 1.4 Select the required output current using the current control knob (3). You are now ready to - The EZIARC 165 is designed to operate on a weld! 15A 230V AC power supply. 2. Lift TIG Operation - The EZIARC 205 is designed to operate on a 15A 230V AC power supply.
Page 8 EZIARC 165 • EZIARC 205 Basic MMA Welding Guide Joint Preparations Flat Position, Down Hand Butt Weld In many cases, it will be possible to weld steel sec- (Fig 1-11) tions without any special preparation. For heavier sections and for repair work on castings, etc., it will...
Page 9 EZIARC 165 • EZIARC 205 MMA Welding Techniques Lap Joint (Fig 1-19e) A Word for Beginners For those who have not yet done any welding, the simplest way to commence is to run beads on a piece Fillet Joint (Fig 1-19f) of scrap plate.
Page 10 EZIARC 165 • EZIARC 205 by scratching the electrode along the plate surface The electrode is directed at the weld pool at about 20º in the same way as a match is struck. As soon as from the vertical. The rate of travel has to be adjusted the arc is established, maintain a 1.6mm to 3.2mm...
Page 11 EZIARC 165 • EZIARC 205 A piece of angle iron is a suitable specimen with which The electrode needs to be moved along fast enough to begin, or two lengths of strip steel may be tacked to prevent the slag pool from getting ahead of the arc.
Page 12 EZIARC 165 • EZIARC 205 3. Overhead Welds Use a short arc, and do not attempt to weave on the first run. When the first run has been completed de- Apart from the rather awkward position necessary, slag the weld deposit and begin the second run at the overhead welding is not much more difficult that bottom.
Page 13 EZIARC 165 • EZIARC 205 Electrodes for joining different metals Electrodes MILD STEEL : Size of Electrodes E6011 - This electrode is used for all-position welding or for welding on rusty, dirty, less-than- new metal. It has a The electrode size is determined by the thickness of...
Page 14 For this reason it is absolutely essential to keep manganese steelcool during welding by quenching after each Other Knowledge & Resources Please refer to the STRATA website www.strata.co.nz and click on the video tab for knowledgebase articles & operation videos. www.strata.co.nz...
Page 15 EZIARC 165 • EZIARC 205 Safety General Safety Warnings 1. Maintain labels and nameplates on the welder. These carry important information. If unreadable or miss- Store and Retain this Manual ing, contact Euroquip for a replacement. Retain this manual for the safety warnings and pre- 2.
Page 16 EZIARC 165 • EZIARC 205 Arc Rays can Burn Eyes and Skin 4. If working on a metal wall, ceiling, etc., prevent ignition of combustibles on the other side by DANGER! moving the combustibles to a safe location. If relocation of combustibles is not possible, desig-...
Page 17 EZIARC 165 • EZIARC 205 4. Disconnect input power before installing or ser- ground or the work surface. Do not touch hold- vicing this equipment. Lock input power, discon- ers connected to two welding machines at the nect switch open, or remove line fuses so power same time or touch other people with the holder cannot be turned on accidentally.
Page 18 EZIARC 165 • EZIARC 205 Fire & Explosive Risks 12. Use only well-maintained equipment. Repair or replace damaged parts as soon as practical. WARNING! 13. In confined spaces or damp locations, do not use Sparks and spatter fly off from the welding arc.
Page 19 EZIARC 165 • EZIARC 205 Cylinders WARNING! Gas cylinders contain gas under high pressure. If damaged, a cylinder can explode. Since gas cylinders are normally part of the welding process, be sure to treat them carefully. 1. Protect compressed gas cylinders from exces- sive heat, mechanical shocks, and arcs.
Page 20 Keep your Welding Machine genuine replacement parts. Do not use modified or in Top Condition non-genuine parts. The EZIARC 165/205 does not require any Storing the Welder special maintenance, however the user should take care of the machine as follows: When not in use the welder should be stored in the dry and frost-free environment.
Page 21 EZIARC 165 • EZIARC 205 Troubleshooting www.strata.co.nz...
Page 22 EZIARC 165 • EZIARC 205 WARNING! WARNING! If this unit falls while plugged in, severe injury, Only use safety equipment that has been ap- electric shock, or fire may result. proved by an appropriate standards agency. Unapproved safety equipment may not provide 10.
Page 23 EZIARC 165 • EZIARC 205 Wiring Diagram www.strata.co.nz...
Page 24 Twin Gauge Regulator Argon 16895 15m H/D 15A Extension Lead (3x2.5mm2 wiring) These accessories listed are available from your Strata Supplier. Refer to the Strata Catalogue, your Strata Supplier or look online at www.strata.co.nz for other accessories and consumables available. www.strata.co.nz...
Page 25 Registered warranty period for the EZIARC 165/205: The decision that an issue with a product qualifies as a Commercial Use: 24 Months warranty claim is made at the sole jurisdiction of Euroquip.
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Page 28 Congratulations on your new STRATA product. We are proud to have you as our customer and will strive to provide you with the best service and reliability in the industry. This product is backed by our extensive warranty. To locate your nearest distributor or service agency visit www.strata.co.nz, or email us at...

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