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CIGWELD TRANSarc 170i Operating Manual

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Revision: AA
Issue Date: January 10, 2013
Operating Features:
A-11711
Manual No.: 0-5281
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  • Page 1 170i TRANSARc weldiNg iNveRTeR A-11711 Operating Manual Revision: AA Issue Date: January 10, 2013 Manual No.: 0-5281 Operating Features:...
  • Page 2 To locate your nearest distributor or service provider call +1300 654 674, or visit us on the web at www.cigweld.com.au This Operating Manual has been designed to instruct you on the correct use and operation of your CIGWELD product.
  • Page 3 Cigweld Transarc 170i Inverter Plant Part Number W1007170 Cigweld Transarc 170i Mine Spec Inverter Plant Part Number W1007171 Cigweld Transarc 170i Mine Spec Power Source (packed) Part Number W1007169 Published by: CIGWELD Pty Ltd 71 Gower Street Preston, Victoria, Australia, 3072...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1: ARC WELDING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS ........1-1 1.01 Arc Welding Hazards ..................1-1 1.02 Principal Safety Standards ................1-5 1.03 Declaration of Conformity ................1-6 SECTION 2: INTRODUCTION ..................2-1 2.01 How To Use This Manual ................2-1 2.02 Equipment Identification .................
  • Page 5 TIG Torch W4014604 (where supplied) ............6-2 6.03 Stick Electrode Holder with Trigger Switch 646761(where supplied) ....6-3 APPENDIX: TRANSARC 170i CIRCUIT DIAGRAM ............A-1 CIGWELD - LIMITED WARRANTY TERMS TERMS OF WARRANTY – January 2013 WARRANTY SCHEDULE – January 2013...

  • Page 7: Arc Welding Safety Instructions And Warnings

    TRANSARC 170i SECTION 1: ARC WELDING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS WARNING PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS FROM POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. PACEMAKER WEARERS KEEP AWAY UNTIL CONSULTING YOUR DOCTOR. DO NOT LOSE THESE INSTRUCTIONS. READ OPERATING/INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING, OPERATING OR SERVICING THIS EQUIPMENT.
  • Page 8 TRANSARC 170i 2. Wear approved safety glasses. Side shields recom- mended. 3. Use protective screens or barriers to protect others WARNING from flash and glare; warn others not to watch the ARC RAYS can burn eyes and skin; NOISE arc.
  • Page 9 TRANSARC 170i 3. Remove all flammables within 35 ft (10.7 m) of the welding arc. If this is not possible, tightly cover them with approved covers. WARNING 4. Be alert that welding sparks and hot materials from FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous to welding can easily go through small cracks and your health.
  • Page 10 TRANSARC 170i 5. Use only correct shielding gas cylinders, a very large volume of scientific findings based on regulators, hoses, and fittings designed for the experiments at the cellular level and from studies specific application; maintain them and associated with animals and people which clearly establish that parts in good condition.

  • Page 11: Principal Safety Standards

    TRANSARC 170i 1.02 Principal Safety Standards Safety in Welding and Cutting, ANSI Standard Z49.1, from American Welding Society, 550 N.W. LeJeune Rd., Miami, FL 33126. Safety and Health Standards, OSHA 29 CFR 1910, from Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.

  • Page 12: Declaration Of Conformity

    71 Gower St, Preston Victoria 3072 Australia Description of equipment: Welding Equipment (GTAW, MMAW) including, but not limited to CIGWELD Transarc 170i Welding Inverter and associated accessories. Serial numbers are unique with each individual piece of equipment and details description, parts used to manufacture a unit and date of manufacture.

  • Page 13: Introduction

    Use care to avoid damaging the Additional copies of this manual may be purchased by equipment when using bars, hammers, etc., to un- contacting Cigweld at the address and phone number crate the unit. for your location listed in the inside back cover of this manual.

  • Page 14: Symbol Chart

    TRANSARC 170i 2.04 Symbol Chart Note that only some of these symbols will appear on your model. Wire Feed Function Single Phase Wire Feed Towards Workpiece With Three Phase Output Voltage Off. Three Phase Static Frequency Converter- Welding Gun Dangerous Voltage...

  • Page 15: Description

    TRANSARC 170i 2.05 Description 2.07 Transporting Methods The Cigweld Transarc 170i is a self contained single This unit is equipped with a handle for carrying phase multi process welding inverter that is capable purposes. of performing MMAW (Stick) and GTAW (Lift TIG) welding processes.

  • Page 16: Duty Cycle

    (170A) for 3.0 minutes, i.e. arc welding time, out of every 10 minute period (30% of 10 minutes is 3.0 minutes). During the other 7.0 minutes of the 10 minute period the Welding Power Source must idle and be allowed to cool. A-11712 Figure 2-1: Transarc 170i Duty Cycle INTRODUCTION Manual 0-5281...

  • Page 17: Specifications

    130A @ 60%, 15.2V 100A @ 100%, 14.0V Protection Class IP23S Table 2-1: Transarc 170i Specifications NOTE 1 Due to variations that can occur in manufactured products, claimed performance, voltages, ratings, all capacities, measurements, dimensions and weights quoted are approximate only. Achievable capacities and ratings in use and operation will depend upon correct installation, use, applications, maintenance and service.

  • Page 18: Options And Accessories

    Minimum Generator Recommendation at the Maximum Output Duty Cycle. Due to large variations in performance and specifications of different brands and types of genera- tors, Cigweld cannot guarantee full welding output power or duty cycle on every brand or type of generator.

  • Page 19: Installation, Operation And Setup

    TRANSARC 170i SECTION 3: INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND SETUP conditions. For further information please refer 3.01 Environment to AS 60529. These units are designed for use in environments with H. Precautions must be taken against the power increased hazard of electric shock as outlined in AS source toppling over.
  • Page 20 TRANSARC 170i action may be as simple as earthing the welding C. Methods of Reducing Electromagnetic circuit, see NOTE below. In other cases it could Emissions involve constructing an electromagnetic screen 1. Mains Supply enclosing the Welding Power Source and the work, complete with associated input filters.

  • Page 21: Transarc170I Power Source Controls, Indicators And Features

    Selective screening and shielding of other cables and equipment in the surrounding area may alleviate problems of interference. Screening the entire welding installation may be considered for special applications. 3.06 Transarc 170i Power Source Controls, Indicators and Features A-11646 A-11713...
  • Page 22 TRANSARC 170i Fail to safe operation This welding power source is also protected by a special protection feature called “Fail to Safe Operation” which is available in this model. The output of the power source will be disabled and the fault indicator will illuminate if the “Fail to Safe”...
  • Page 23 TRANSARC 170i A-11714 Figure 3-3: Programming Mode STICK Programming Mode Programming Parameter Control Panel Display Hot Start This parameter operates in STICK mode to improve the start characteristics for stick electrodes HOT START current is on top of the BASE current.
  • Page 24 TRANSARC 170i Programming Parameter Control Panel Display Base Current This parameter sets the STICK weld current. Range is 5 to 170A. Factory default is 120A. Arc Force Arc Force is effective when in STICK mode only. Arc Force control provides an adjustable amount of Arc Force (or "dig") control.
  • Page 25 TRANSARC 170i Up Slope This parameter operates in TIG mode only and is used to set the time for the weld current to ramp up from INITIAL current to BASE current. Range is 0.0 to 15.0 seconds. Factory default is 1.0 second.
  • Page 26 TRANSARC 170i Crater Current This parameter operates in TIG mode only. In 2T mode this is the current at the end of the down slope current ramp. When the welding current reaches the Crater Current value, the welding current will cease and the unit will enter Post Flow mode.
  • Page 27 TRANSARC 170i CAUTION Loose welding terminal connections can cause overheating and result in the male plug being fused in the bayonet terminal. 7. Remote Control Socket The 8 pin Remote Control Socket is used to connect remote control devices to the welding power source.
  • Page 28 A-11725 STICK Dead Man Switch Mode (Transarc 170i Mines Spec Model) A special trigger mode called “Dead Man Switch” mode is available on the 170i when welding with STICK electrodes. In this mode, there will be no output voltage at all from the Power Source until the trigger is pressed.
  • Page 29 Note that if the Dead Man Switch function is disabled, 2T and 4T are not available in STICK mode. Information on how to disable the Dead Man Switch function is available from Cigweld Technical Customer Care on +61 3 9474 7400...
  • Page 30 TRANSARC 170i WARNING If 4T operation is selected when using the Dead man Switch mode, the use of and observer is recommended. 10. Process Selection Control The process selection control is used to select the desired welding mode. Two modes are available, GTAW (Lift TIG) and MMAW (Stick) modes.

  • Page 31: Shielding Gas Regulator Operating Instructions (Where Supplied)

    TRANSARC 170i 3.07 Shielding Gas Regulator Operating Instructions (where supplied) WARNING This equipment is designed for use with welding grade (Inert) shielding gases only. Shielding Gas Regulator Safety This regulator is designed to reduce and control high pressure gas from a cylinder or pipeline to the working pressure required for the equipment using it.
  • Page 32 TRANSARC 170i Installation 1. Remove cylinder valve plastic dust seal. Clean the cylinder valve outlet of impurities that may clog orifices and damage seats before connecting the regulator. Crack the valve (open then close) momentarily, pointing the outlet away from people and sources of ignition.

  • Page 33: Section

    TRANSARC 170i Shutdown Close cylinder valve whenever the regulator is not in use. To shut down for extended periods (more than 30 minutes). 1. Close cylinder or upstream valve tightly. 2. Open downstream equipment valves to drain the lines. Bleed gas into a well ventilated area and away from any ignition source.

  • Page 34: Foot Control Part No. W4015800 (Optional Accessory)

    TRANSARC 170i A-11666 Figure 3-7: Setup for TIG Welding 3.09 Foot Control Part No. W4015800 (Optional Accessory) Art # A-11338 Figure 3-8: Foot Control Art # A-11339 Art # A-11340 Figure 3-9: 8 Pin Control Plug INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND SETUP...
  • Page 35 Table 3-2 Description The CIGWELD Foot Control is a foot operated switch and potentiometer which starts and stops the welding process and controls welding current through operation of the foot pedal. Refer to list below for compatible Cigweld power sources.

  • Page 36: Setup For Manual Arc (Mmaw) Welding

    TRANSARC 170i 3.10 Setup for Manual Arc (MMAW) Welding A. Connect the Electrode Holder lead to the positive welding terminal (+). If in doubt, consult the electrode manufacturer. Welding current flows from the Power Source via heavy duty bayonet type terminals. It is essential, however, that the male plug is inserted and turned securely to achieve a sound electrical connection.

  • Page 37: Basic Welding Guide

    Electrodes are generally connected to the ELECTRODE HOLDER with the Electrode Holder connected positive polarity. The WORK LEAD is connected negative polarity and is connected to the work piece. If in doubt consult the electrode data sheet or your nearest Accredited CIGWELD Distributor. Effects of Arc Welding Various Materials A.
  • Page 38 TRANSARC 170i Welding Position The electrodes dealt with in this publication can be used in most positions, i.e. they are suitable for welding in flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions. Numerous applications call for welds to be made in positions intermediate between these.
  • Page 39 TRANSARC 170i Art# A-07693 Figure 4-7: Overhead Position, Butt Weld Art # A-07694 Figure 4-8: Overhead Position, Fillet Weld Joint Preparations In many cases, it will be possible to weld steel sections without any special preparation. For heavier sections and for repair work on castings, etc., it will be necessary to cut or grind an angle between the pieces being joined to ensure proper penetration of the weld metal and to produce sound joints.
  • Page 40 TRANSARC 170i Arc Welding Technique - A Word to Beginners 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. Clean any paint, loose scale or grease off the plate and set it firmly on the work bench so that welding can be carried out in the downhand position.
  • Page 41 TRANSARC 170i If the travel is too fast, the bead will be narrow and strung out and may even be broken up into individual globules. If the travel is too slow, the weld metal piles up and the bead will be too large.
  • Page 42 TRANSARC 170i to prevent slag from running ahead of the weld. Refer to Figure 4-13. Do not attempt to build up much larger than 6.4mm width with a 3.2mm electrode, otherwise the weld metal tends to sag towards the base, and undercut forms on the vertical leg.
  • Page 43 TRANSARC 170i Art # A-07702 Figure 4-16: Multi Run Vertical Fillet Weld Art # A-07703 Figure 4-17: Examples of Vertical Fillet Welds 2. Vertical Down The Ferrocraft 21 electrode makes welding in this position particularly easy. Use a 3.2mm electrode at 100 amps.
  • Page 44 TRANSARC 170i Distortion Distortion in some degree is present in all forms of welding. In many cases it is so small that it is barely perceptible, but in other cases allowance has to be made before welding commences for the distortion that will subsequently occur.
  • Page 45 TRANSARC 170i B. Distribution of Stresses Distortion may be reduced by selecting a welding sequence which will distribute the stresses suitably so that they tend to cancel each other out. See Figures 4-20 through 4-23 for various weld sequences. Choice of a suitable weld sequence is probably the most effective method of overcoming distortion, although an unsuitable sequence may exaggerate it.
  • Page 46 TRANSARC 170i Art # A-07710_AB Block Sequence. The spaces between the welds are filled in when the welds are cool. Figure 4-24: Welding Sequence Art # A-07711_AB Figure 4-25: Step back Sequence Art # A-07712 Figure 4-26: Chain Intermittent Welding...
  • Page 47 It Blisterpack Blisterpack 322217 has better “wetting” action than Castcraft 55. 4.0mm 2.5 kg 611734 Table 4-1: Cigweld Electrode Selection Chart Further information on CIGWELD electrodes can be found at the website www.cigweld.com.au. Manual 0-5281 4-11 BASIC WELDING GUIDE...

  • Page 48: Stick (Mmaw) Welding Troubleshooting

    TRANSARC 170i 4.02 Stick (MMAW) Welding Troubleshooting FAULT CAUSE REMEDY 1 Welding current ARC FORCE is set at a val- Reduce the ARC FORCE until welding current is varying ue that causes the welding reasonably constant while prohibiting the elec-...
  • Page 49 TRANSARC 170i 5 Portions of the A Small electrodes used on A Use larger electrodes and preheat the plate. weld run do not heavy cold plate. fuse to the surface B Welding current is too low. B Increase welding current.

  • Page 50: Tig (Gtaw) Basic Welding Technique

    TRANSARC 170i 4.03 TIG (GTAW) Basic Welding Technique Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) or TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) as it is commonly referred to, is a welding process in which fusion is produced by an electric arc that is established between a single tungsten (non- consumable) electrode and the work piece.
  • Page 51 TRANSARC 170i Tungsten Electrode Types Electrode Type Welding Application Features Colour Code (Ground Finish) DC welding of mild Excellent arc starting, Thoriated 2% steel, stainless steel Long life, High current and copper carrying capacity High quality AC weld- Self cleaning, Long...

  • Page 52: Section

    Arc Welding section are applicable a comprehensive outline of the TIG Welding process is outside the scope of this Operating Manual. For further information please refer to www. cigweld.com.au or contact Cigweld. 4.04 TIG (GTAW) Welding Problems...
  • Page 53 Electrode Selection Chart. B The wrong electrode B Select the right size tungsten electrode is being used for the type. Refer to Table 4-5 Cigweld Tungsten welding job. Electrode Selection Chart. C Gas flow rate is too C Select the right shielding gas flow rate for high.
  • Page 54 TRANSARC 170i BASIC WELDING GUIDE 4-18 Manual 0-5281...

  • Page 55: Power Source Problems And Routine Service Requirements

    D Empty gas cylinder. D Replace gas cylinder. 5 Gas flow continues A Gas valve has jammed open due A Have an accredited CIGWELD after the torch trig- to impurities in the gas or the gas service provider repair or replace ger switch has been line.

  • Page 56: Routine Service And Calibration Requirements

    The inspection and testing of the power source and associated accessories shall be carried out in accordance with Section 5 of AS 1674.2 - 2007: Safety in Welding and Allied Processes-Part 2 Electrical. This includes an insulation resistance test and an earthing test to ensure the integrity of the unit is compliant with Cigweld's original specifications.
  • Page 57 2. The earth terminal of the associated plug of a transportable power source Note that due to the dangers of stray output currents damaging fixed wiring, the integrity of fixed wiring supplying Cigweld welding power sources should be inspected by a licensed electrical worker in accordance with the requirements below - 1.
  • Page 58 Output current (A) to be checked to ensure it falls within applicable Cigweld power source specifications Output Voltage (V) to be checked to ensure it falls within applicable Cigweld power source specifications Accuracy of digital meters to be checked to ensure it falls within applicable Cigweld power source specifi- cations...

  • Page 59: Cleaning The Welding Power Source

    TRANSARC 170i 5.03 Cleaning the Welding Power Source WARNING There are dangerous voltage and power levels present inside this product. Do not attempt to open or repair unless you are a qualified electrical tradesperson. Disconnect the Welding Power Source from the Mains Supply Voltage before disassembling.
  • Page 60 TRANSARC 170i POWER SOURCE PROBLEMS AND ROUTINE SERVICE REQUIREMENTS 5-6 Manual 0-5281...

  • Page 61: Key Spare Parts

    TRANSARC 170i SECTION 6: KEY SPARE PARTS 6.01 Power Source A-11727 A-11728 Figure 6-1 Manual 0-5281 KEY SPARE PARTS...

  • Page 62: Tig Torch W4014604 (Where Supplied)

    TRANSARC 170i TRANSARC 170i POWER SOURCE SPARE PARTS ITEM PART NUMBER DESCRIPTION W7005800 PCB Power W7005801 PCB Control W7005803 PCB Front Panel (Display) 170i W7005805 Knob Control W7004909 Dinse Socket 50mm Control Socket 8 pin (Note that 8 pin control plug is part number...

  • Page 63: Stick Electrode Holder With Trigger Switch 646761(Where Supplied)

    TRANSARC 170i 6.03 Stick Electrode Holder with Trigger Switch 646761(where supplied) Stick Electrode Holder with Trigger Switch 646761 spare parts diagram A-11710 Figure 6-3 ELECTRODE HOLDER SPARE PARTS ITEM PART NO. DESCRIPTION W7006000 Rubber boot for electrode holder switch W7006001...
  • Page 64 TRANSARC 170i KEY SPARE PARTS Manual 0-5281...

  • Page 65: Appendix: Transarc 170I Circuit Diagram

    TRANSARC 170i APPENDIX: TRANSARC 170i CIRCUIT DIAGRAM WELDING TERMINALS Manual 0-5281 APPENDIX...
  • Page 66 TRANSARC 170i APPENDIX Manual 0-5281...

  • Page 67: Cigweld - Limited Warranty Terms

    WELD whether arising out of contract, negligence, strict tort, or under any warranty, or otherwise, shall not, except as expressly provided herein, exceed the price of the goods upon which such liability is based. No employee, agent, or representative of CIGWELD is authorized to change this warranty in any way or grant any other warranty.

  • Page 68: Terms Of Warranty – January

    CIGWELD. 4. CIGWELD declares that, to the extent permitted by law, it hereby limits its liability in respect of the supply of goods which are not of a kind ordinarily acquired for personal, domestic or household use or consumption to any one or more of the following (the choice of which shall be at the option of CIGWELD).

  • Page 69: Warranty Schedule – January

    Accredited Distributor of the equipment. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in no event shall the warranty period extend more than the time stated plus one year from the date CIGWELD delivered the product to the Accredited Distributor. Unless otherwise stated the warranty period includes parts and labour. CIGWELD reserves the right to request documented evidence of date of purchase.
  • Page 70 To make a claim under the warranty, take the product (with proof of purchase from a Cigweld Accredited Seller) to the store where you purchased the product or contact Cigweld Customer Care 1300 654 674 for advice on your nearest Service Provider.

  • Page 71: Global Customer Service Contact Information

    GLOBAL CUSTOMER SERVICE CONTACT INFORMATION Victor Technologies, China CIGWELD, Australia 71 Gower Street No 100 Lao Hongjing Rd Preston, Victoria Minhang District Shanghai, PR, 200235 Australia, 3072 Telephone: 61-3-9474-7400 Telephone: 86-21-64072626 Fax: 86-21-64483032 Fax: 61-3-9474-7391 Email: enquiries@cigweld.com.au Victor Technologies Asia Sdn Bhd...
  • Page 72 Asia Pacific Regional Headquarters 71 Gower Street Preston, Victoria, Australia, 3072 Telephone: +61 3 9474 7400 FAX: +61 3 9474 7391 Email: enquiries@cigweld.com.au www.cigweld.com.au...

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