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- Page 1 UNI-FLAME AUTOLIFT UNI-FLAME MIG180 YEARS Warranty Manual (Power Source) Lift Arc DC/TIG 240 Volt Standard MIG / MAG...
- Page 2 1. SAFETY SAFETY Welding and cutting equipment can be dangerous to both the operator and people in or near the Welding is dangerous, and may c surrounding working area, if the equipment is not correctly operated. Equipment must only be when welding.
- Page 3 INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this UNI-MIG Welder. Before operating the machine, it is essential that you read this manual thoroughly and carefully follow all instructions given. GUARANTEE This UNIMIG product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 2 Years from the date of purchase.
- Page 4 MOUNTING THE WELDING WIRE SPOOL WARNING: Ensure that the welder is not connected to the mains supply. 1. Open the side panel, by pushing the latch down and allowing the side panel to drop down. 2. Remove the locking knob and retaining disc. 3. Place the spool of welding wire over the spindle so that it sits against the spring. ·...
- Page 5 4. Pass the wire through the guide, over the drive roller and into the torch liner. · Push about 10-15 cm into the torch liner. 5. Lower the arm and replace the tensioning knob. · Tighten the tensioning knob sufficiently to hold firmly, but do not fully tighten. NOTE: Correct tension will allow the wire to feed into the torch liner smoothly, but will allow the drive roller to slip in the event of a blockage.
- Page 6 GAS/NO-GAS SELECTION The welder can be configured to weld, with or without a gas supply according to the type of welding wire being used. · Solid core (With Gas), · Flux Core (No Gas) WELDING WITH GAS 1. If using solid wire, connect the terminal as shown. ·...
- Page 7 OPERATING THE WELDER PREPARING THE WORKPIECE The area being welded should be perfectly clean. Any coating, plating or corrosion must be removed, otherwise a good weld will be impossible to achieve. Attach the earth clamp to the workpiece as close to the point of weld as possible, without it being intrusive.
- Page 8 THERMAL OVERLOAD The ‘Thermal Overload’ shuts off the welder when it becomes too hot, due to the duty cycle being exceeded. This is to prevent damage to the machine. When this occurs, the warning lamp shown will glow (amber). Allow the welder to cool, until the amber light extinguishes before resuming work.
- Page 9 CAUTION 1. Working Environment. The environment in which this welding equipment is installed must be free of grinding dust, corrosive chemicals, flammable gas or materials etc, and at no more than maximum of 80% humidity. When using the machine outdoors protect the machine from direct sun light, rain water and snow etc;...
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Page 10: Troubleshooting
MAINTENANCE WARNING: Exposure to extremely dusty, damp, or corrosive air is damaging to the welding machine. In order to prevent any possible failure or fault of this welding equipment, clean the dust at regular intervals with clean and dry compressed air of required pressure. Please note that: lack of maintenance can result in the cancellation of the guarantee; the guarantee of this welding equipment will be void if the machine has been modified, attempt to take apart the machine or open the factory-made sealing of the machine without the consent of an authorized representative of the manufacturer. TROUBLESHOOTING Caution: Only qualified technicians are authorized to undertake the repair of this welding equipment. For your safety and to avoid Electrical Shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed in this manual. WARRANTY • 2 Years from date of purchase.
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