WELDTECH ATP160 Operating Instructions Manual

WELDTECH ATP160 Operating Instructions Manual

160a inverter plasma cutter /mma(stick)/tig welder

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160A INVERTER PLASMA CUTTER
/MMA(STICK)/TIG WELDER
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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  • Page 1 ATP160 160A INVERTER PLASMA CUTTER /MMA(STICK)/TIG WELDER OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS www.weldtech.net.nz...
  • Page 2 Designed for discerning operators who seek professional results and product quality without the price tag of a full professional setup. Design emphasis is placed on simple, functional design and operation. Weldtech product is subject to stringent quality control and designed and manufactured to NZ & Australian standards.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    ATP160 Welding Machine Contents General Overview............5 Specifications.............7 Box contents..............8 Know your machine............9 Plasma Cutting............10 Quick Setup Guide...........11 PT-31 Plasma Torch..........12 Plasma Cutting Guide..........13 TIG welding..............15 Expanded View of TIG Torch........16 TIG Basic Welding Guide.........17 TIG Welding Troubleshooting........19 MMA (Stick) Welding..........20 MMA (Stick) Basic Welding Guide......21...
  • Page 4 160 amps TIG and 140 amps Stick Arc power, all from a 10A single phase plug. Designed for portable repair work and small workshop use, the ATP160 is ideal for a welding enthusiast or hobbyist requiring a compact machine for basic repairs and general light welding requirements.
  • Page 5: General Overview

    General Overview Do not direct metallic dust or any dirt intentionally The new digitally controlled ATP160 is a DC TIG, stick toward the machine, particularly in grinding and and plasma purpose unit, designed for portable repair welding operations. Make sure the panel is protected work and small project use.
  • Page 6: Welding Machine

    ATP160 Welding Machine Over Current. Over currents can occur if there is This manual has been compiled to give an overview of operation and is designed to o er a fault in the power supply system or inside the information centered around safe, practical unit.
  • Page 7: Specifications

    Specifications ATP160 (230V) 10-30A Plasma Cutter 230V 230V 15-160A Welding current Range(A) 15-140A 230V MMA (stick) Nominal DC Open Circuit Voltage (OCV) Plasma Cutter 30A/92V Welding Output (230V) 160A/16.4V 140A/25.6V MMA (stick) Plasma Cutter 230V Rated Input Current(A) 230V 230V...
  • Page 8: Box Contents

    ATP160 Welding Machine Box contents • ATP160 Plasma Cutter Cutter/TIG/Stick/Arc 3-in-1 Welding Machine. • 4 Meter Professional Plasma Cutter Torch with accessories. • 4 Meter Professional TIG Torch. • 3 Meter Electrode Holder with Cable. • 3 Meter Work Clamp with Cable.
  • Page 9: Know Your Machine

    Know your machine Plasma Cutter/ TIG/ MMA(stick) Selector Air Pressure Gauge Power Switch Current adjustment knob Pressure regulating valve Output connector (DC-) Output connector (DC+) TIG / CUT gun connection Two-pin socket Plasma Cutter/ TIG/ MMA(stick) Selector Switch. Power input cable Air Pressure Gauge CUTTER Current adjustment...
  • Page 10: Plasma Cutting

    ATP160 Welding Machine PLASMA Cutting WARNING! High Voltage is present. Turn off the unit when changing or checking the torch and its consumables. Also turn CUTTER the unit off while changing torches. STICK Severe shock, burns or electrocution can occur if the plasma cutting torch is...
  • Page 11: Quick Setup Guide

    QUICK SETUP GUIDE: REAR CONNECTIONS FOR PLASMA OPERATION Compressor and Dryer Diagram Regulator Assembly with built Compressor and Air hose w in water trap and dirt filter fittings (Customer Supplied) (Included) Air Drying Filter Device (Customer Supplied) Please Note: Plasma cutters require a dry, moisture free air supply. Ensure you have a dessicant dryer/filter or electric air drying system in place.
  • Page 12: Pt-31 Plasma Torch

    ATP160 Welding Machine PT-31 PLASMA TORCH PLASMA TORCH: PT-31 Description Part Number O-Ring WT45065 Electrode - Std. WT-WT18205 Swirl Ring WT-WT18785 Std. Cutting Tip WT-WT18866 Shield Cap WT-WT18204 www.weldtech.net.nz...
  • Page 13: Plasma Cutting Guide

    Plasma Cutting It is advisable when piercing thicker materials to Guide which makes it a lot easier and gives increased Amperage Guide move the torch along the cut path. This will re- duce the chance of spatter from entering the Thickness (mm) torch and prevent the possibility of welding the tip to the plate.
  • Page 14 ATP160 Welding Machine Establish the Cutting Arc as Quickly as Possible. A combination of factors contributes to the build-up Cutting Speed Guide of dross. They include; material type, material thick- Thickness Cutting Speed ness , amperage used for the cut, speed of the torch...
  • Page 15: Tig Welding

    TIG welding CUTTER STICK Earth clamp connection TIG gun connection Two-pin socket Please connect the earth clamp to the positive polarity, and the TIG welding torch to the negative polarity 1. Turn on the power switch at the front panel, several seconds in order to protect welding spot digital current meter is normal, fan begins to before cooled down.
  • Page 16: Expanded View Of Tig Torch

    ATP160 Welding Machine EXPANDED VIEW OF TIG TORCH (Actual appearance may vary slightly from what is listed.) TIG TORCH: 38419 Long Back Cap with O-Ring Short Back Cap Opt. Torch Head Insulator Collet 1/16’’ , 5/64’’ or 3/32’’ Collet Holder...
  • Page 17: Tig Basic Welding Guide

    TIG Basic electrode since 70% of the heat is concentrated at the work piece. Welding Guide TIG Welding is a fusion procedure that uses an elec- tric ARC created between an infusible tungsten elec- trode and base material to be welded. For TIG weld- ing an inert gas must be used (Argon) which protects up of rods suitable to the material to be welded (steel, stainless steel, copper etc).
  • Page 18 ATP160 Welding Machine (Fig 16-3) ARC Welder Point Grinding Wheel Radial Ground Wrong Tungsten Preparation - Wandering ARC (Fig 17) Pointing the Electrode The electrode should be pointed according to the welding current. www.weldtech.net.nz...
  • Page 19: Tig Welding Troubleshooting

    TIG Welding Troubleshooting...
  • Page 20: Mma (Stick) Welding

    ATP160 Welding Machine MMA (Stick) Welding CUTTER STICK Electrode holder connection Earth clamp connection NOTE: When changing from MMA (Stick) to Plasma cutting or TIG, don’t forget to change polarity of the torch and the work clamp. If polarity is not correct, welding and cutting problems will result.
  • Page 21: Mma (Stick) Basic Welding Guide

    MMA (Stick) Basic Flat Position, Down Hand Butt Weld Welding Guide (Fig 1-11) Size of Electrodes The electrode size is determined by the thickness of Flat Position, metals being joined and can also be governed by Gravity Fillet Weld the type of welding machine available. Small weld- (Fig 1-12) ing machines will only provide current (amperage) to run smaller sized electrodes.
  • Page 22 ATP160 Welding Machine generally cracks when attempts are made to weld it. tions without any special preparation. For heavier Trouble may also be experienced when welding sections and for repair work on castings, etc., it will white-heart malleable, due to the porosity caused by be necessary to cut or grind an angle between the gas held in this type of iron.
  • Page 23 MMA Welding Techniques Corner Weld - A Word for Beginners (Fig 1-19g) For those who have not yet done any welding, the simplest way to commence is to run beads on a piece of scrap plate. Use mild steel plate about 6.0mm thick and a 3.2mm electrode.
  • Page 24 ATP160 Welding Machine Making Welded Joints the parent metal. Draw the electrode slowly along as it melts down. Having attained some skill in the handling of an elec- trode, you will be ready to go on to make up welded joints.
  • Page 25 Heavy plate will require several runs to complete the Multi-Runs in HV Fillet Weld (Fig 1-24) and clean the weld with a wire brush. It is important to do this to prevent slag being trapped by the sec- ond run. Subsequent runs are then deposited using either a weave technique or single beads laid down in the sequence shown in Figure 1-22.
  • Page 26 ATP160 Welding Machine waste pipe. Then tack this to the work bench or hold Examples of Vertical Fillet Welds in a vice so that the specimen is positioned in the (Fig 1-27) overhead position as shown in the sketch. CORRECT INCORRECT The electrode is held at 45º...
  • Page 27: Mma (Stick) Troubleshooting

    MMA (Stick) Troubleshooting...
  • Page 28: Care & Maintenance

    & Consumables that it will operate properly. Check for breakage of parts, mountings and other conditions that may Visit www.weldtech.net.nz for a full range of consumables and accessories. Have your welder repaired by an expert. An authorised service centre should properly repair a damaged part.
  • Page 29: Change Filter Operation

    Change filter operation THE AIR FILTER IS REQUIRED TO BE CHANGED ONCE EVERY THREE MONTHS. 1. Turn o the power and unplug the power cord. 2. Open the small side door of the machine and unplug the Pipe. 3. Remove the lter. Separate B Unscrew yellow part...
  • Page 30: Explosion Diagrams & Part List

    ATP160 Welding Machine Explosion Diagrams & Part List www.weldtech.net.nz...
  • Page 31: Part List

    Part List Description Description Housing Gas-electric connector for CUT/TIG torch Handle Two-pin socket Circuit Boards Plastic front panel Bottom housing CUTTER/TIG/STICK switch Fan External Cover Air supply connector ON/OFF switch Primary power input cable. Air pressure gauge Current Adjustment Knob Water drain Air pressure regulator Grounding screw...
  • Page 32: Safety Warning

    ATP160 Welding Machine Safety Warning Electric shock:It can kill. Touching live electrical parts IMPORTANT: BEFORE INSTALLING, OPERATING OR can cause fatal shocks or severe burns. CARRYING OUT MAINTENANCE ON THE PLASMA The plasma nozzle and work circuit is electrically live CUTTER, READ THE CONTENTS OF THIS MANUAL whenever the output is on.
  • Page 33 Fumes and gases are dangerous. Plasma • Always wear a helmet or goggles with correct shade cutting/TIG/STICK produces fumes and gases. of filter lens and suitable protective clothing including Harmful fumes and metallic powders are produced welding gloves, appron, leg and foot protection whilst during the cutting operation.
  • Page 34 ATP160 Welding Machine Gas Cylinders. Do not cut in the vicinity of pressurised • Wearers of Pacemakers and other Implanted Medical gas cylinders or in the presence of explosive dust, gases Devices should keep away. or fumes. Gas cylinders contain gas under high pressure.
  • Page 35: Warranty

    Warranty does not cover any incidental, indirect or Warranty period for the ATP160: consequential loss, damage or expense that may re- Commercial Use: 18 Month...
  • Page 36 Congratulations on your new WELDTECH 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 and service network. To locate your nearest distributor or service agency visit www.weldtech.net.nz, or email us at customerservice@euroquip.co.nz...

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