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Thermal Arc Fabricator 140 Service Manual

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FABRICATOR
PORTABLE MIG WELDING MACHINE
Revision No: AA
Operating Features:
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Art # A-07923
Issue Date: January 25, 2008
Manual No.: 0-4992

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  • Page 1: Service Manual

    ® FABRICATOR PORTABLE MIG WELDING MACHINE Art # A-07923 Service Manual Revision No: AA Issue Date: January 25, 2008 Manual No.: 0-4992 Operating Features:...
  • Page 3 While the information contained in this Manual represents the Manufacturer's best judgment, the Manufacturer assumes no liability for its use. Fabricator 140 and 180 MIG Welding Machine Service Manual Number 0-4992 for : Fabricator 140...

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1: SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS ............1-1 1.01 Arc Welding Hazards ..................1-1 1.02 Principal Safety Standards ................1-4 1.03 Symbol Chart ....................1-5 1.04 Precautions De Securite En Soudage A L’arc ..........1-6 1.05 Dangers relatifs au soudage à l’arc ..............1-6 1.06 Principales Normes De Securite ..............
  • Page 5 4.10 Pre-Weld Procedure ..................4-8 4.11 Welding Procedure ..................4-8 4.12 Reference Tables .................... 4-9 4.13 Fabricator 140 Welding Setting Selection Guide ........... 4-10 4.14 Fabricator 180 Welding Setting Selection Guide ........... 4-12 4.15 Gas Selection for Gas Metal Arc Welding ............. 4-14 SECTION 5: BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING ................
  • Page 6 7.07 Feed Plate Parts ....................7-8 7.08 Accessories ....................7-10 APPENDIX 1: OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES ............A-1 APPENDIX 2: FABRICATOR 180 SYSTEM SCHEMATIC ..........A-2 APPENDIX 3: FABRICATOR 140 SYSTEM SCHEMATIC ..........A-4 APPENDIX 4: FEED ROLL KITS ................A-6 LIMITED WARRANTY WARRANTY SCHEDULE...

  • Page 7: Safety Instructions And Warnings

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FABRICATOR 140, 180 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.

  • Page 8: Safety Instructions

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 3. Use protective screens or barriers to protect others from flash and glare; warn others not to watch the arc. WARNING 4. Wear protective clothing made from durable, flame-resistant material (wool and leather) and foot protection.
  • Page 9 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FABRICATOR 140, 180 2. If used in a closed area, vent engine exhaust outside and away from any building air intakes. WARNING WARNING FLYING SPARKS AND HOT METAL can cause injury. Chipping and grinding cause flying metal. As welds cool, they can throw off slag.

  • Page 10: Principal Safety Standards

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.02 Principal Safety Standards Safety in Welding and Cutting, ANSI Standard Z49.1, from American WARNING Welding Society, 550 N.W. LeJeune Rd., Miami, FL 33126. Safety and Health Standards, OSHA 29 CFR 1910, from Superintendent STEAM AND PRESSURIZED HOT COOLANT can burn of Documents, U.S.

  • Page 11: Symbol Chart

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FABRICATOR 140, 180 1.03 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-...

  • Page 12: Precautions De Securite En Soudage A L'arc

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.04 Precautions De Securite En Soudage A L’arc MISE EN GARDE LE SOUDAGE A L’ARC EST DANGEREUX PROTEGEZ-VOUS, AINSI QUE LES AUTRES, CONTRE LES BLESSURES GRAVES POSSIBLES OU LA MORT. NE LAISSEZ PAS LES ENFANTS S’APPROCHER, NI LES PORTEURS DE STIMULATEUR CARDIAQUE (A MOINS QU’ILS N’AIENT CONSULTE UN MEDECIN).
  • Page 13 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FABRICATOR 140, 180 AVERTISSEMENT AVERTISSEMENT LES VAPEURS ET LES FUMEES SONT DANGEREUSES LE RAYONNEMENT DE L’ARC PEUT BRÛLER LES YEUX POUR LA SANTE. ET LA PEAU; LE BRUIT PEUT ENDOMMAGER L’OUIE. Le soudage dégage des vapeurs et des fumées L’arc de soudage produit une chaleur et des rayons...
  • Page 14 FABRICATOR 140, 180 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 7. Ne soudez des tôles galvanisées ou plaquées au plomb ou au 1. Portez un écran facial ou des lunettes protectrices cadmium que si les zones à souder ont été grattées à fond, que si approuvées.

  • Page 15: Principales Normes De Securite

    SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FABRICATOR 140, 180 4. N’utilisez pas une source de courant de soudage pour charger un accumulateur ou survolter momentanément un véhicule. AVERTISSEMENT 5. Utilisez la polarité correcte (+ et –) de l’accumulateur. LE CARBURANT PEUR CAUSER UN INCENDIE OU UNE EXPLOSION.

  • Page 16: Graphique De Symbole

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1.07 Graphique de Symbole Seulement certains de ces symboles apparaîtront sur votre modèle. Déroulement du Fil Sous Tension Mono Phasé Alimentation du Fil Vers la Pièce de Fabrication Hors Tension Trois Phasé Hors Tension Tri-Phase Statique...

  • Page 17: Introduction

    Include the Service Manual number and equipment identification numbers. Electronic copies of this manual can also be downloaded at no charge in Acrobat PDF format by going to the Thermal Arc web site listed below and clicking on the Literature Library link: http://www.thermalarc.com January 25, 2008...

  • Page 18: General

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 INTRODUCTION 2.04 General The Thermal Arc Fabricator 140 / 180 Machines are both single-phase input welding machine and come equipped with the following: 1. Built-in Wire Feeder and Wire Spool Hub 2. Quick Connect Welding Gun and Cable (10 Foot Length) 3.

  • Page 19: Machine Specifications

    INTRODUCTION FABRICATOR 140, 180 2.05 Machine Specifications Description Fabricator 140 Fabricator 180 Package System Part Number W1002500 W1002600 Power Source Weight 64 lb (29 kg) 80 lb (36 kg) Power Source Dimensions HxWxD 15.8 x 10.0 x 21.3” 400 x 255 x 540mm...

  • Page 20: Volt - Amp Curves

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 INTRODUCTION 2.06 Volt - Amp Curves Fabricator 140 [V out] [I out] Figure 2-1: Volt/Amp curves of the Fabricator 140 FABRICATOR 180 [V out] [I out] Art # A-07888 Figure 2-2: Volt/Amp curves of the Fabricator 180...

  • Page 21: Duty Cycle

    The thermal cutout will operate if the duty cycle is exceeded. The Fabricator 140 is designed for 20% duty cycle at 90 Amps. The Fabricator 180 is designed for 25% duty cycle at 130 Amps If the unit overheats and the thermostat opens, wait 15 minutes for unit to cool.

  • Page 22: Fabricator 180A Mig Gun

    2.08 Fabricator 180A MIG Gun The Fabricator 180A MIG Gun (Figure 2-4) fitted to the FABRICATOR 140 and 180 offers robust construction, unparalleled reliability and easy replacement of consumable parts. The Fabricator 180A MIG Gun has an operating capacity in excess of the capacity of the FABRICATOR and can be expected to give trouble free service.

  • Page 23: Installing A New Wire Liner

    INTRODUCTION FABRICATOR 140, 180 2.09 Installing a New Wire Liner 1. Be sure that the Fabricator 180A MIG Gun cable is arranged in a straight line and free from twists when installing or removing a wire liner (8). Remove the old liner by first removing the gun’s nozzle (1), contact tip (2) and gas diffuser (3).
  • Page 24 FABRICATOR 140, 180 INTRODUCTION Manual 0-4992 January 25, 2008...

  • Page 25: Installation

    Make sure that the ventilation openings are not source. The Fabricator 140 has a 20% duty cycle (2 obstructed. minutes of every 10 minutes can be used for welding) and the Fabricator 180 has a 25% duty cycle.

  • Page 26: Requirements For Maximum Output

    3.06 Installation of Shielding Gas (GMAW) Process In order to obtain the maximum output capability of the Fabricator 140, a branch circuit capable of 20 amperes at Refer to Figure 3-1. 115 to 125 Volts 60 Hz is required. In order to obtain the...
  • Page 27 INSTALLATION FABRICATOR 140, 180 Shielding Regulator and Flow Meter “Cracking” Shielding Shielding Shielding Art # A-07965 Gas Hose Figure 3-1 Gas Cylinder Installation January 25, 2008 Manual 0-4992...
  • Page 28 FABRICATOR 140, 180 INSTALLATION Adjusting Regulator Adjust control knob of regulator to the required flow rate, indicated on gauge dial. (Refer to Figure 3-2 and data charts Approx. 20 CFH) The gas flow rate should be adequate to cover the weld zone to stop weld porosity.

  • Page 29: Attaching The Gun And Cable Assembly To The Power Source

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 3.07 Attaching the Gun and Cable Assembly to the Power Source The Fabricator 140/180 is supplied with a 180A MIG gun. Front Panel Access Hole The 180A MIG gun is designed with an ergonomic handle and fewer parts to eliminate performance problems. The 180A MIG gun uses standard readily available TWECO consumable parts.

  • Page 30: Polarity Changeover

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 INSTALLATION 3.08 Polarity Changeover WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL! Make certain the machine is unplugged from the power receptacle. Do not plug machine in until told to do so in these instructions As delivered from the factory, the output polarity is connected as DCEP (reverse polarity). The output terminals are located on the interior panel of the welding power source.

  • Page 31: Installing Wire Spool

    INSTALLATION FABRICATOR 140, 180 3.09 Installing Wire Spool As delivered from the factory, the unit is set for an 4” (102mm) spool. Installation of 4” (102mm) Spool Assemble parts in sequence (shown in Figure 3-6 from right to left). 1. Spool 4” (102mm) 2.

  • Page 32: Feedrolls

    A feedroll consists of two different sized grooves. As .030 delivered from the factory, the drive roll is installed for .023” (0.6mm) for the Fabricator 140, and .030” / .035” (0.8mm / 0.9mm) for the Fabricator 180. The groove size visible when fitting the feedroll is the groove size in use.

  • Page 33: Install Wire Into The Feedhead

    INSTALLATION FABRICATOR 140, 180 3.11 Install Wire into the Feedhead WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL! Make certain the machine is unplugged from the power receptacle. Do not plug machine in until told to do so in these instructions. Load the Wire Spool Slide the wire spool onto the hub, loading it so that the wire will feed off the spool as the spool rotates counter- clockwise.
  • Page 34 FABRICATOR 140, 180 INSTALLATION Route the Wire Through the Feedhead Pressure Arm Pressure Adjust Device 1. Loosen Pressure Adjust Device (Fig. 3-10). 2. Open Pressure Adjust Device (Fig. 3-10). Art # A-07912 3. Open Pressure Arm (Fig. 3-10). 4. Place the end of the wire into the Inlet Wire Guide, feeding it over the Feedroll.

  • Page 35: Install Wire Into The Welding Gun

    4. Straighten the gun cable. Remove the nozzle and contact tip from the MIG welding gun (see Section 1. Plug the Welding Power Source into the 120VAC 2.08). receptacle for the Fabricator 140, and into the 230VAC receptacle for the Fabricator 180. WARNING WARNING...
  • Page 36 FABRICATOR 140, 180 INSTALLATION Manual 0-4992 3-12 January 25, 2008...

  • Page 37: Operation

    OPERATION FABRICATOR 140, 180 SECTION 4: OPERATION 4.01 General Safety Precautions Read and understand the safety instructions at the beginning of this manual prior to operating this machine. WARNING Be sure to put on proper protective clothing and eye safeguards (welding coat, apron, gloves, and welding helmet, with proper lenses installed).

  • Page 38: Fabricator Controls

    Gun Switch Leads. direction. There are 4 positions available in the Fabricator 140 and 6 positions in the Fabricator 180. (11) 32A Primary Circuit Breaker. The OFF switch position disconnects the power (12) Negative (-) Welding Terminal.
  • Page 39 OPERATION FABRICATOR 140, 180 ® 180 80 Weldskill F A B R I C A T O R F A B R I C A T O R Art # A-07916 Figure 4-1: Fabricator Controls January 25, 2008 Manual 0-4992...

  • Page 40: Gas Metal Arc Welding (Gmaw)

    Plug the supply cord into a 120 VAC 20 Ampere receptacle Follow the same general procedure as with the GMAW for the Fabricator 140, and into a 230 VAC 30 Ampere process above. Shielding gas is not required for self receptacle for the Fabricator 180.

  • Page 41: Basic Welding Technique

    OPERATION FABRICATOR 140, 180 4.06 Basic Welding Technique GAS METAL ARC WELDING (GMAW) This process, also known as MIG welding, CO welding, General Micro Wire Welding, short arc welding, dip transfer Two different welding processes are covered in this welding, wire welding etc., is an electric arc welding...

  • Page 42: Welding Gun Positions

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 OPERATION WARNING Follow these instructions only after referring to the Safety Instructions and Warnings chapter of this manual, and the instructions in the Installation chapter Check List Before Starting POLARITY – DCEP (Direct Current Electrode Positive) or DCEN (Direct Current Electrode Negative) WIRE FEED SPEED –...

  • Page 43: Mig Welding (Gmaw) Variables

    OPERATION FABRICATOR 140, 180 4.08 MIG Welding (GMAW) Variables 2. Wire Feed Speed. Increase in wire feed speed increases weld current. Decrease in wire feed speed Most of the welding done by all processes is on carbon decreases weld current.

  • Page 44: Establishing The Arc And Making Weld Beads

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 OPERATION 4.09 Establishing the Arc and Making 4.11 Welding Procedure Weld Beads 1. Maintain the tip to work distance (stickout) at 5/16” to 3/8” (8 to 9mm) at all times. Before attempting to weld on a finished piece of work, it is recommended that practice welds be made on a sample 2.

  • Page 45: Reference Tables

    OPERATION FABRICATOR 140, 180 4.12 Reference Tables The following tables are provided as user aids when performing MIG or FLUX CORED welding. Type of Gas Typical Mixtures Primary Uses Carbon Dioxide (CO2) Mild and low alloy steels Argon (Ar) - Carbon Dioxide (CO2) 75% Ar –...

  • Page 46: Fabricator 140 Welding Setting Selection Guide

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 OPERATION 4.13 Fabricator 140 Welding Setting Selection Guide Material Type Wire Type Shielding Gas Wire Size and Flow Rate (Diameter) .023” (0.6mm) 100% CO .030” (0.8mm) 25cfh Solid .035” (0.9mm) (or hard) Steel .023” (0.6mm) ER70S-6 75% Ar .030”...
  • Page 47 OPERATION FABRICATOR 140, 180 4.13 Fabricator 140 Welding Setting Selection Guide (con't) ARRÊT Voltage Step THICKNESS Wire Speed 22 ga. (0.8mm) 20 ga. (0.9mm) 18 ga. (1.2mm) 1/16” (1.6mm) 1/8” (3mm) 3/16” (4.5mm) January 25, 2008 4-11 Manual 0-4992...

  • Page 48: Fabricator 180 Welding Setting Selection Guide

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 OPERATION 4.14 Fabricator 180 Welding Setting Selection Guide Material Type Wire Type Shielding Gas Wire Size and Flow Rate (Diameter) .023” (0.6mm) 100% CO .030” (0.8mm) 25cfh Solid .035” (0.9mm) (or hard) Steel .023” (0.6mm) ER70S-6 75% Ar .030”...
  • Page 49 OPERATION FABRICATOR 140, 180 4.14 Fabricator 180 Welding Setting Selection Guide (con't) ARRÊT Voltage Step THICKNESS Wire Speed 22 ga. (0.8mm) 20 ga. (0.9mm) 18 ga. (1.2mm) 1/16” (1.6mm) 1/8” (3mm) 3/16” (4.5mm) 1/4” (6.4mm) January 25, 2008 4-13 Manual 0-4992...

  • Page 50: Gas Selection For Gas Metal Arc Welding

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 OPERATION 4.15 Gas Selection for Gas Metal Arc Welding Filler Base Plate Transfer Suggested Welding Metal Type Comments Metal Thickness Mode Shielding Gas Positions Carbon Greater than ER70S-X Short 100% CO All Position High welding speeds. Good...

  • Page 51: Basic Troubleshooting

    20CFM (15 liters per minute). If major components are faulty, then the Power Source should be returned to an Accredited THERMAL ARC 2. Gas leaks Service Agent for repair. a. Check for gas leaks between the regulator/ cylinder connection and in the gas hose to the Power Source.
  • Page 52 FABRICATOR 140, 180 BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING 7. Maintain the MIG torch in good working order. 6. Incorrect or worn contact tip. a. Ensure that the gas holes are not blocked and a. The contact tip transfers the weld current to gas is exiting out of the torch nozzle. Refer to the electrode wire.

  • Page 53: Welding Problems

    BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING FABRICATOR 140, 180 5.05 Welding Problems FAULT CAUSE REMEDY 1 Undercut. A Welding arc voltage A Reduce voltage by reducing the voltage too high. selection switch position or increase the wire feed speed. B Incorrect torch B Adjust angle...
  • Page 54 E Slow the cooling rate by preheating part to be welded or cool slowly. 7 Cold weld puddle A Faulty rectifier unit A Have an Accredited THERMAL ARC Service Agent to test then replace the faulty component. B Loose welding cable B Check all welding cable connections.

  • Page 55: Power Source Problems

    A Primary fuse is blown. A Replace primary fuse. ON. Welding arc can not be established. B Broken connection in primary B Have an Accredited THERMAL ARC Service Agent check circuit. primary circuit. 2 Primary line voltage is MIG Gun trigger switch leads Reconnect.
  • Page 56 FABRICATOR 140, 180 BASIC TROUBLESHOOTING Manual 0-4992 January 25, 2008...

  • Page 57: Advanced Troubleshooting

    ADVANCED TROUBLESHOOTING FABRICATOR 140, 180 SECTION 6: ADVANCED TROUBLESHOOTING 6.03 Primary Power Test 6.01 Pre Power-Up Checks A. Close the Primary Line Disconnect and observe the 1. Perform Rectifier Assembly Test Procedure section following: 6.11. 1. Unit should remain off, nothing happens.

  • Page 58: Spool Gun Control Test

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 ADVANCED TROUBLESHOOTING E. Release the MIG gun switch. Reconnect the wire to 6.06 Output Voltage Test the temperature switch. Close the MIG gun switch and A. Connect a voltmeter to the Positive and Negative observe the following: Polarity Change Over terminals.

  • Page 59: Primary Power Problems

    A1 to B1. Voltage should measure 120 VAC b. If the gas turns off and the feed roll stops for Fabricator 140 or 230 VAC for Fabricator turning, the fault is in the MIG gun. 180. If the voltage is low at the unit but 2.

  • Page 60: Logic & Control Problems

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 ADVANCED TROUBLESHOOTING 6.09 Logic & Control Problems D. AC LED is on and the fan is on. When the MIG gun switch is closed, gas flows, the feed roll does not turn, A. AC LED is on and the fan is on. Gas does not flow and and the output voltage measures 0 VDC.

  • Page 61: Wire Feed And Weld Problems

    ADVANCED TROUBLESHOOTING FABRICATOR 140, 180 6.10 Wire Feed and Weld Problems 6.11 Rectifier Assembly Test Procedure A. Poor or inconsistent arc transfer or no arc transfer. A. Remove the inside cover. 1. Poor work cable connection or open work cable.

  • Page 62: T1 Transformer Test Procedure

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 ADVANCED TROUBLESHOOTING 6.12 T1 Transformer Test Procedure Disconnect and isolate the transformer secondary wire from the Rectifier Assembly Terminal AC1. Refer to Figure 6-1. Connect the meter between the wire that was removed from terminal AC1 to terminal AC2. Close the MIG gun switch and observe the voltage.

  • Page 63: Parts List

    PARTS LISTS FABRICATOR 140, 180 SECTION 7: PARTS LIST 7.01 Equipment Identification All identification numbers as described in the Introduction chapter must be furnished when ordering parts or making inquiries. This information is usually found on the nameplate attached to the equipment. Be sure to include any dash numbers following the Specification or Assembly numbers.

  • Page 64: Front Panel

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 PARTS LISTS 7.03 Front Panel Item Item Item Item Item Qty Qty Ref Ref. Des. . Des. . Des. . Des. . Des. Description Description Description Description Description Helvi Part Number Helvi Part Number Helvi Part Number...

  • Page 65: Rear Panel

    PARTS LISTS FABRICATOR 140, 180 7.04 Rear Panel Item Item Item Item Item Qty Qty Ref Ref. Des. . Des. . Des. . Des. . Des. Description Description Description Description Description Part Number Part Number Part Number Part Number Part Number...

  • Page 66: Power Supply

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 PARTS LISTS 7.05 Power Supply Item Item Item Item Item Qty Qty Ref Ref. Des. . Des. . Des. . Des. . Des. Description Description Description Description Description Part Number Part Number Part Number Part Number Part Number...
  • Page 67 PARTS LISTS FABRICATOR 140, 180 Art # A-08258 January 25, 2008 Manual 0-4992...

  • Page 68: Wire Feeder Parts

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 PARTS LISTS 7.06 Wire Feeder Parts Item Item Item Item Item Qty Qty Ref Ref. Des. . Des. . Des. . Des. . Des. Description Description Description Description Description Part Number Part Number Part Number Part Number...
  • Page 69 PARTS LISTS FABRICATOR 140, 180 Art # A-08259 January 25, 2008 Manual 0-4992...

  • Page 70: Feed Plate Parts

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 PARTS LISTS 7.07 Feed Plate Parts Item Item Item Item Item Qty Per Qty Per Qty Per Qty Per Qty Per Assy Assy Assy Assy Assy Description Description Description Description Description Part Number* Part Number* Part Number*...
  • Page 71 PARTS LISTS FABRICATOR 140, 180 Art # A-08276_AB See Appendix 1 and 4 for more options January 25, 2008 Manual 0-4992...

  • Page 72: Accessories

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 PARTS LISTS 7.08 Accessories Item Item Item Item Item Qty Qty Ref Ref. Des. . Des. . Des. . Des. . Des. Description Description Description Description Description Part Number Part Number Part Number Part Number Part Number...

  • Page 73: Appendix 1: Options And Accessories

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 APPENDIX 1: OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES • Contact your Thermal Arc distributor to order options and accessories. For assistance in locating a Thermal Arc distributor, contact the Thermadyne office listed in the inside rear cover that is nearest to you.

  • Page 74: Appendix 2: Fabricator 180 System Schematic

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 APPENDIX APPENDIX 2: FABRICATOR 180 SYSTEM SCHEMATIC PCB1 R/L1 230 VAC 1PH 60Hz S/L2 SOL1 SOL1 TS1 (DIODE HEATSINK)3 TS1 (DIODE HEATSINK)3 TS1 (T1) TS1 (T1) GUN SW OVERTEMP OVERTEMP WIRE SPEED WIRE SPEED YELLOW GREEN Art # A-07918_AB...
  • Page 75 APPENDIX FABRICATOR 140, 180 GAS / NO GAS POLARITY CHANGE OVER INDUCTOR INDUCTOR CONTROL MIG GUN SPOOL GUN RECEPTACLE PLUG PLUG J6 RECEPTACLE FRONT VIEW PCB No: PCB No: PCB No: Revisions Revisions Revisions Date Date Date Assy No: Assy No: Assy No: <RevCode>...

  • Page 76: Appendix 3: Fabricator 140 System Schematic

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 APPENDIX APPENDIX 3: FABRICATOR 140 SYSTEM SCHEMATIC PCB1 R/L1 120 VAC 60Hz SOL1 SOL1 TS1 (DIODE HEATSINK) TS1 (DIODE HEATSINK) GUN SW OVERTEMP OVERTEMP WIRE SPEED WIRE SPEED YELLOW GREEN Art # A-07919_AB Manual 0-4992 January 25, 2008...
  • Page 77 APPENDIX FABRICATOR 140, 180 GAS / NO GAS POLARITY CHANGE OVER INDUCTOR INDUCTOR CONTROL MIG GUN SPOOL GUN RECEPTACLE PLUG PLUG J6 RECEPTACLE FRONT VIEW PCB No: PCB No: PCB No: Revisions Revisions Revisions Date Date Date Assy No: Assy No: Assy No: <RevCode>...

  • Page 78: Appendix 4: Feed Roll Kits

    FABRICATOR 140, 180 APPENDIX APPENDIX 4: FEED ROLL KITS FEED ROLL INSTALLATION & PARTS GUIDE Part No. Description 7977036 Feed Roll .023/.030” (0.6 / 0.8mm) Hard Wire .030 7977660 Feed Roll .035/.045” (0.9 / 1.2mm) Hard Wire 7977731 Feed Roll .030/.035” (0.8 / 0.9mm) Soft Wire 7977732 Feed Roll .030/.035”...

  • Page 80: Limited Warranty

    No employee, agent, or representative of Thermal Arc is authorized to change this warranty in any way or grant any other warranty, and Thermal Arc shall not be bound by any such attempt.

  • Page 81: Warranty Schedule

    WARRANTY SCHEDULE This information applies to Thermal Arc products that were purchased in the USA and Canada. July 2007 ENGINE DRIVEN WELDERS ARRANTY ERIOD ABOR Scout, Raider, Explorer Original Main Power Stators and Inductors .................. 3 years 3 years Original Main Power Rectifiers, Control P.C. Boards ..............3 years...

  • Page 83: Global Customer Service Contact Information

    GLOBAL CUSTOMER SERVICE CONTACT INFORMATION Thermadyne USA Thermadyne Asia Sdn Bhd 2800 Airport Road Lot 151, Jalan Industri 3/5A Denton, Tx 76207 USA Rawang Integrated Industrial Park - Jln Batu Arang 48000 Rawang Selangor Darul Ehsan Telephone: (940) 566-2000 West Malaysia 800-426-1888 Fax: 800-535-0557 Telephone: 603+ 6092 2988...
  • Page 84 World Headquarters Thermadyne Holdings Corporation Suite 300, 16052 Swingley Ridge Road St. Louis, MO 63017 Telephone: (636) 728-3000 FAX: (636) 728-3010 Email: sales@thermalarc.com www.thermalarc.com...

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