Section 2: Introduction; How To Use This Manual; Equipment Identification; Receipt Of Equipment - Thermal Arc 181i FABRICATOR Service Manual

INTRODUCTION

2.01 How to Use This Manual

This Manual usually applies to the part numbers listed
on page i. To ensure safe operation, read the entire
manual, including the chapter on safety instructions and
warnings. Throughout this manual, the word WARNING,
CAUTION and NOTE may appear. Pay particular attention
to the information provided under these headings. These
special annotations are easily recognized as follows:
!
Gives information regarding possible per-
sonal injury. Warnings will be enclosed in a
box such as this.
Refers to possible equipment damage. Cau-
tions will be shown in bold type.
NOTE
Offers helpful information concerning certain
operating procedures. Notes will be shown
in italics
You will also notice icons from the safety section ap-
pearing throughout the manual. These are to advise you
of specific types of hazards or cautions related to the
portion of information that follows. Some may have
multiple hazards that apply and would look something
like this:

2.02 Equipment Identification

The unit's identification number (specification or part
number), model, and serial number usually appear on
a nameplate attached to the machine. Equipment which
does not have a nameplate attached to the machine
is identified only by the specification or part number
printed on the shipping container. Record these num-
bers for future reference.
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WARNING
CAUTION

2.03 Receipt of Equipment

When you receive the equipment, check it against the
invoice to make sure it is complete and inspect the
equipment for possible damage due to shipping. If there
is any damage, notify the carrier immediately to file a
claim. Furnish complete information concerning damage
claims or shipping errors to the location in your area
listed in the inside back cover of this manual. Include all
equipment identification numbers as described above
along with a full description of the parts in error.

2.04 Description

The Thermal Arc Fabricator 181i is a self contained sin-
gle phase multi process welding inverter that is capable
of performing GMAW/FCAW (MIG), MMA (Stick) and
GTAW (Lift TIG) welding processes. The unit is equipped
with an integrated wire feed unit, digital voltage and
amperage meters, and a host of other features in order
to fully satisfy the broad operating needs of the modern
welding professional. The unit is also fully compliant to
European Standard EN 60974-1.
The Fabricator 181i MIG provides excellent welding
performance across a broad range of applications when
used with the correct welding consumables and proce-
dures. The following instructions detail how to correctly
and safely set up the machine and give guidelines on
gaining the best efficiency and quality from the Power
Source. Please read these instructions thoroughly be-
fore using the unit.

2.05 Transportation Methods

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ductors from de-energized supply line before moving
the welding power source.
Lift unit with handle on top of case. Use handcart or
similar device of adequate capacity. If using a fork lift
vehicle, secure the unit on a proper skid before trans-
porting.
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Introduction