200i TRANSMIG MulTI pRoceSS weldING INveRTeR Art # A-10749 Service Manual Revision: AD Issue Date: March 26, 2013 Manual No.: 0-5210 Operating Features:...
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Manufacturer assumes no liability for its use. Welding Power Supply Service Manual Number 0-5210 for: TRANSMIG 200i Inverter Plant Part Number W1005200 TRANSMIG 200i Inverter Power Source (packed) Part Number W1005201 TRANSMIG 200i Inverter Plant (Asia) Part Number W1005200M...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS TRANSMIG 200i SECTION 1: 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.
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TRANSMIG 200i SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS 2. If inside, ventilate the area and/or use exhaust at the arc to remove welding fumes and gases. 3. If ventilation is poor, use an approved air-supplied respirator. WARNING 4. Read the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) and the FLYING SPARKS AND HOT METAL can cause injury.
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS TRANSMIG 200i Recommended Protective Filters for Electric Welding Approximate Range of Minimum Shade Number of Description of Process Welding Current in Amps Filter(s) Less than or equal to 100 100 to 200 Manual Metal Arc Welding - covered...
TRANSMIG 200i SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS 1.02 Principal Safety Standards WARNING Safety in Welding and Cutting, ANSI Standard Z49.1, from American Welding Society, 550 N.W. LeJeune Rd., Miami, FL 33126. MOVING PARTS can cause injury. Safety and Health Standards, OSHA 29 CFR 1910, from Superinten- Moving parts, such as fans, rotors, and belts can cut fingers and dent of Documents, U.S.
Victoria 3072 Australia Description of equipment: Welding Equipment. (GMAW, FCAW, GTAW, MMAW) including, but not limited to CIGWELD Transmig 200i Multi Process 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.
TRANSMIG 200i SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS 1.04 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-...
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS TRANSMIG 200i 1.05 Servicing Hazards WARNING WARNING FLYING METAL or DIRT can injure eyes. The symbols shown below are used throughout this • Wear safety glasses with side shields or face shield during manual to call attention to and identify possible haz- servicing. ards. When you see the symbol, watch out, and follow • Be careful not to short metal tools, parts, or wires together...
TRANSMIG 200i SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS • Reinstall doors, panels, covers, or guards when maintenance 1.06 EMF Information is finished and before reconnecting input power. Considerations About Welding And The Effects Of Low Frequency Electric And Magnetic Fields WARNING Welding current, as it flows through welding cables, will cause MAGNETIC FIELDS can affect Implanted Medical electromagnetic fields.
CAUTION 2.04 Description Refers to possible equipment damage. Cau- The Cigweld Transmig 200i is a self contained single tions will be shown in bold type. phase multi process welding inverter that is capable NOTE of performing GMAW/FCAW (MIG), MMAW (Stick) Offers helpful information concerning certain and GTAW (Lift TIG) welding processes.
This equipment or any of its parts should not be altered • Work Clamp with 4m lead from standard specification without prior written approval of CIGWELD. The user of this equipment shall • Shielding Gas hose assembly have the sole responsibility for any malfunction which • Shielding Gas adaptor (supplied in Asia Version results from improper use or unauthorized modification Plant Part No.
Open Circuit Voltage (VRD active) Protection Class IP23S IP23S Table 3-1: Transmig 200i Specification NOTE 1 The Effective Input Current should be used for the determination of cable size & supply requirements. NOTE 2 Motor start fuses or thermal circuit breakers are recommended for this application. Check local requirements for your situation in this regard.
Due to large variations in performance and specifications of different brands and types of generators, Cigweld cannot guarantee full welding output power or duty cycle on every brand or type of generator. Some small generators incorporate low cost circuit breakers on their outputs. These circuit breakers usually will have a small reset button, and will trip much faster than a switchboard type circuit breaker.
TRANSMIG 200i SAFETY AND INSTALLATION 3.04 Location 3.07 Electrical Input Connections Be sure to locate the welder according to the following guidelines: WARNING • In areas, free from moisture and dust. ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill; SIGNIFICANT DC VOLTAGE is present after removal of • Ambient temperature between 0° C to 40° C. input power.
SAFETY AND INSTALLATION TRANSMIG 200i 3.08 Electromagnetic Compatibility WARNING Extra precautions for Electromagnetic Compatibility may be required when this Welding Power Source is used in a domestic situation. A. Installation and Use - Users Responsibility The user is responsible for installing and using the welding equipment according to the manufacturer’s instructions.
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TRANSMIG 200i SAFETY AND INSTALLATION 2. Maintenance of Welding Equipment The welding equipment should be routinely maintained according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. All access and service doors and covers should be closed and properly fastened when the welding equipment is in operation.
TRANSMIG 200i 3.09 Volt-Ampere Curves Voltage-Amperage Curves shows maximum voltage and amperage output capabilities of welding power source. Curves of other settings fall between curves shown. Art # A-10435_AB Figure 3-2: Transmig 200i Volt-Ampere Curves Manual 0-5210 Safety and Installation...
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TRANSMIG 200i SAFETY AND INSTALLATION Notes Safety and Installation Manual 0-5210...
2. VRD Indicator ON/OFF Lights WARNING VRD is NOT fitted to Transmig 200i (Asia Version) Plant Part No W1005200M. A VRD (voltage reduction device) is a hazard reducing device designed to reduce electric shock hazards present on the output of welding power source when operating in MMAW (stick) mode. Note that the presence of VRD should not be used as a substitute for the use of appropriate safety practices as indicated in section one of this manual.
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TRANSMIG 200i OPERATION 3. Digital Amps Meter (Left Digital Display) MIG Mode This digital meter is used to display the pre-set (preview) Wirefeed Speed in Meters Per Minute (MPM) in MIG mode and actual welding amperage of the power source when welding. At times of non-welding, the digital meter will display a pre-set (preview) value of Wirefeed Speed.
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OPERATION TRANSMIG 200i 6. Positive Welding Output Terminal The positive welding terminal is used to connect the welding output of the power source to the appropriate welding accessory such as the MIG torch (via the MIG torch polarity lead), electrode holder lead or work lead.
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TRANSMIG 200i OPERATION 9. Remote Control Socket The 8 pin Remote Control Socket is used to connect remote control devices to the welding power source. To make connections, align keyway, insert plug, and rotate threaded collar fully clockwise. Negative Trigger Switch...
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OPERATION TRANSMIG 200i When MMAW (Stick) Mode is Selected In this mode the multifunction control knob is used to adjust arc force. Arc force control provides an adjustable amount of welding force (or “dig”) control. This feature can be particularly beneficial in providing the operator the ability to compensate for variability in joint fit-up in certain situations with particular electrodes.
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TRANSMIG 200i OPERATION 14. Digital Voltage Meter (Right Digital Display) MIG Mode This digital meter is used to display the pre-set (preview) Voltage in MIG mode and actual welding voltage of the power source when welding. At times of non-welding, the digital meter will display a pre-set (preview) value of Voltage.
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OPERATION TRANSMIG 200i 17. On / Off Switch This Single Phase circuit breaker performs a dual function. It is used to turn the unit on/off and it will also trip in the event of a fault. WARNING When the front digital displays are lit, the machine is connected to the Mains supply voltage and the internal electrical components are at Mains voltage potential.
Local / Spool Gun switch (ie in both local and Spool Gun modes). 22. Cooling Fan The Transmig 200i is fitted with a fan as needed feature. Fan as needed automatically switches the cooling fan off when it is not required. This has two main advantages; (1) to minimize power consumption, and (2) to minimise the amount of contaminants such as dust that are drawn into the power source.
OPERATION TRANSMIG 200i 4.03 Installing Spool (300mm diameter) As delivered from the factory, the unit is fitted with a Wire Spool Hub which accepts a Spool of 300mm diameter. Remove the locking pin from the spool hub. Install the wire spool over the spool hub, locating the hole in the spool, with the alignment pin on the spool hub.
TRANSMIG 200i OPERATION 4.05 Inserting Wire into the Wire Feed Mechanism Release the tension from the pressure roller by turning the adjustable wire drive tension screw in an anti- clockwise direction. Then to release the pressure roller arm push the tension screw toward the front of the machine which releases the pressure roller arm (Figure 4-8).
OPERATION TRANSMIG 200i 4.06 Feed Roller Pressure Adjustment The pressure (top) roller applies pressure to the grooved feed roller via an adjustable pressure screw. These devices should be adjusted to a minimum pressure that will provide satisfactory WIREFEED without slippage. If slipping occurs, and inspection of the wire contact tip reveals no wear, distortion or burn back jam, the conduit liner should be checked for kinks and clogging by metal flakes and swarf.
This equipment is designed for use with welding grade (Inert) shielding gases only. NOTE Shielding Gas Regulator not included in the Transmig 200i (Asia Version) Plant Part No W1005200M. 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.
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OPERATION TRANSMIG 200i 4. DO NOT use the regulator as a control valve. When downstream equipment is not in use for extended periods of time, shut off the gas at the cylinder valve and release the gas from the equipment.
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TRANSMIG 200i OPERATION Operation With the regulator connected to cylinder or pipeline, and the adjustment screw/knob fully disengaged, pressurize as follows: 1. Stand to one side of regulator and slowly open the cylinder valve. If opened quickly, a sudden pressure surge may damage internal regulator parts.
OPERATION TRANSMIG 200i 4.10 Setup for MIG (GMAW) Welding with Gas Shielded Mig Wire A. Select MIG mode with the process selection control. (refer to Section 4.01.13 for further information) B. Connect the Mig torch polarity lead to the positive welding terminal (+). If in doubt, consult the electrode wire manufacturer.
TRANSMIG 200i OPERATION 4.11 Setup for MIG (GMAW) Welding with Gasless Mig Wire A. Select MIG mode with the process selection control (refer to Section 4.01.13 for further information). B. Connect the Mig Torch polarity lead to the negative welding terminal (-). If in doubt, consult the electrode wire manufacturer.
OPERATION TRANSMIG 200i 4.12 Setup for SPOOL GUN MIG (GMAW) Welding with Gas Shielded Mig Wire A. Select MIG mode with the process selection control (refer to Section 4.01.13 for further information). B. Connect the Mig torch polarity lead to the positive welding terminal (+). If in doubt, consult the electrode wire manufacturer.
TRANSMIG 200i OPERATION 4.13 Setup for TIG (GTAW) Welding A. Select Lift TIG mode with the process selection control (refer to Section 4.01.13 for further information). B. Connect the TIG Torch to the negative welding terminal (-). Welding current flows from the power source via heavy duty bayonet type terminals.
C. Select STICK mode with the process selection control (refer to Section 4.01.13 for further information). WARNING VRD is NOT fitted to Transmig 200i (Asia Version) Plant Part No W1005200M. WARNING Before connecting the work clamp to the work and inserting the electrode in the electrode holder make sure the mains power supply is switched off.
TRANSMIG 200i OPERATION 4.15 Leak Testing the System Leak test the system before putting into operation. 1. Be sure that there is a valve in the downstream equipment to turn off the gas flow. 2. With the cylinder valve open, adjust the regulator to deliver the maximum required delivery flow rate.
TROUBLESHOOTING TRANSMIG 200i SECTION 5: TROUBLESHOOTING 5.01 Basic Troubleshooting-Power Source Faults The following table is a guide for analysing problems and making repairs to the Power Source. Fault Possible Cause Remedy There is no weld The main Power Switch is set to OFF...
TRANSMIG 200i TROUBLESHOOTING The following table is a guide for analysing problems and making repairs to the Power Source Fault Possible Cause Remedy 8 Wirefeed motor operates Internal wiring fault Check solenoid wiring header is plugged securely into Control when the torch trigger board.
TROUBLESHOOTING TRANSMIG 200i 5.03 Test equipment and Tools Needed for Troubleshooting and Servicing Art # A-09849 • Digital Multimeter • DC clip-on ammeter • Screwdriver and spanner • CRO (20 Mhz bandwidth) & isolating transformer 5.04 Visually Inspect Visually inspect the inside of the Power Source. The levels of current present in these units can cause burning or arcing of PCB, transformers, switches, or rectifier when a failure occurs.
TRANSMIG 200i TROUBLESHOOTING 5.05 Preliminary DC Bus Measurement of the Main Inverter Board WARNING Check DC bus voltage has discharged to less than 5VDC before servicing. Ensure the mains supply plug is disconnected from receptacle Art # A-10750 Voltage with Supply...
TROUBLESHOOTING TRANSMIG 200i 5.06 Preliminary Check of the Main Inverter Board Read and follow safety information in Section 5.02 before proceeding. Art # A-10751 IGBT Testing Multimeter Lead Placement Diode Voltage Positive meter lead to testpoint 3 IGBT V8 & V8-1 0.2 –...
TRANSMIG 200i TROUBLESHOOTING DIODE Testing Multimeter Lead Placement Diode Voltage Positive meter lead to testpoint 10 DIODE V7 & V7-1 0.2 – 0.8 VDC Negative meter lead to testpoint 11 Positive meter lead to testpoint 12 DIODE T18, T19, T20, T21 0.2 –...
TROUBLESHOOTING TRANSMIG 200i 5.08 DC Bus Voltage Measurement Apply voltage to the Power Source. There are extremely dangerous voltage and power levels present inside these Power Sources. Do not attempt to diagnose or repair unless you have had training in power electronics measurement and trouble- shooting techniques.
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TROUBLESHOOTING TRANSMIG 200i DY2 Header Pin Pin function Signal +24V 24 VDC 0 VDC -24V -24 VDC Table 5-13 DY2 Header pin function (connects to SOURCE header on control PCB) DY1 Header Pin Pin function Signal +24V (solenoid positive) 24 VDC...
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TRANSMIG 200i TROUBLESHOOTING Motor PCB Art # A-10754 MT-IN Header Pin Pin function Signal Motor positive from Inverter PCB 24 VDC Motor negative from Inverter PCB 0 VDC Motor negative 0 VDC Motor positive 24 VDC Table 5-20 MT-IN Header pin function (Connects to MD header on Inverter PCB & to Motor)
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TROUBLESHOOTING TRANSMIG 200i Display PCB Art # A-10755 GUN Header Pin Pin function Signal +24V trigger positive (0V when trigger closed) 24 VDC 0VDC 0 VDC Table 5-25 GUN Header pin function (connects to GUN header on control PCB) GUN1 Header Pin...
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TRANSMIG 200i TROUBLESHOOTING R-G Header Pin Pin function Signal Spool gun motor negative 24 VDC +24V trigger positive (0V when trigger closed) 24 VDC 0VDC 0 VDC Spool gun motor 0 VDC -12VDC -12 VDC +12VDC +12 VDC Remote amps...
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TROUBLESHOOTING TRANSMIG 200i QF/DY Header Pin Pin function Signal +24V (VRD positive) 24 VDC Solenoid negative 0 VDC +24V (solenoid positive) 24 VDC 0 VDC Table 5-35 QF/FJ Header pin function (Connects to QF/FJ header on inverter PCB) FUNs Header Pin...
Table 5-44 MB Header pin function (connects to J12 header on display PCB) 5.10 DIP Switch Settings, Control PCB DIP Switch SW0, control PCB Art # A-10757_AB SW0 position Function Set to OFF for Transmig 200i Set to ON for Transmig 200i Table 5-45 SW0 Dip Switch functions Troubleshooting 5-14 Manual 0-5210...
TROUBLESHOOTING TRANSMIG 200i 5.11 Calibration Calibration Art # A-10757_AB Set SW0 position 1 to ON while the power source is turned off, to allow calibration of output volts & amps. Output Current Calibration Select STICK mode on the front panel.
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TRANSMIG 200i TROUBLESHOOTING Wire Speed Calibration NOTE: these adjustments are on the wiring side of the main inverter module circuit board. Art # A-10758 Select MIG mode on the front panel. Remove the load from the output terminals. Set MIG output voltage to maximum.
TRANSMIG 200i TROUBLESHOOTING 5.13 Main Circuit Description Turn off power and disconnect mains supply plug from receptacle before working on the unit. Allow two minutes for capacitors to discharge after disconnection from mains supply voltage. The mains supply voltage is connected via a double pole switch to the input rectifier Q1 through an EMC filter. Overvolt- age protection is provided by varistor CY1.
DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE TRANSMIG 200i SECTION 6: DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE 6.01 Safety Precautions for Disassembly Read and follow safety information in Section 5.02 before proceeding. Unplug unit before beginning Disassembly procedure. Manual 0-5210 Disassembly Procedure...
TRANSMIG 200i DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE 6.02 Control Board Removal Read and follow safety information in Section 5.02 before proceeding with disassembly Remove case (refer to 5.04) before remove control board. 1. M4 Screw. Remove 4 screws from Control panel. 2. Disconnect DRIVE harness from DRIVE connector.
TRANSMIG 200i DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE 6.04 Front Panel (Operator Interface) Circuit Board PCB3 Removal Read and follow safety information in Section 5.02 before proceeding with disassembly 1. Remove Control Panel screw (4). 2. Front Panel PCB. 3. Disconnect the harnesses from the connectors...
DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE TRANSMIG 200i 6.05 Back Panel Removal Read and follow safety information in Section 5.02 before proceeding with disassembly 1. Remove the screws on the back . 2. Remove Rear Panel screws . 3. Remove The Ground Wire. 4. Wire from Main PCB1.
TRANSMIG 200i DISASSEMBLY PROCEDURE 6.06 Power Switch S1 and Power Cord Removal Read and follow safety information in Section 5.02 before proceeding with disassembly 1. Gas inlet. Remove gas inlet from rear panel. 2. Remove The Ground Wire. 3. Remove the screws which control the supply cord.
TRANSMIG 200i ASSEMBLY PROCEDURES 7.02 Installing Back Panel 1. Install gas inlet. 2. Install the power supply cord and the screws. 3. Install fan. 4. Reconnect the pipe to gas inlet and the screw. 5. Reconnect the supply wires. 6. Reconnect the supply wires which connect to main PCB.
ASSEMBLY PROCEDURE TRANSMIG 200i 7.03 Installing Front Panel 1. Reinstall output Dinse on front panel with 27mm wrench. Reconnect positive output terminal bolts and tighten with 17mm wrench. ( Note: reconnect wires, pay attention to the wire colour.) Reconnect negative output terminal bolts and tighten with 17mm wrench. (note: reconnect wires and pay attention to the wire colour.)
Feed Roll 1.0/1.2mm U groove (soft) 7977732 Feed Roll 0.8/0.9mm V groove knurled (flux cored) 704277 Feed Roll 1.2/1.6mm V groove knurled (flux cored) W7004913 Shielding Gas Hose Assembly WSPLIER MIG Pliers Table 9-1: Transmig 200i Options and Accessories List Manual 0-5210 Options and Accessories...
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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.
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