Tweco 201 ts Thermal Arc Manuel d'utilisateur

Art # A-104395060Hz5060HzTHERMAL ARC®INVERTER ARC WELDER161 STLOperating ManualRevision: AC Issue Date: Dec. 03, 2012 Manual No.: 0-520

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSafety Instructions 1-4 Manual 0-5203Batteries contain acid and generate explosive gases.1. Alway

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 1-5 Safety Instructions C Ventilation ! WARNING Ade quately ventilate welding, heating

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSafety Instructions 1-6 Manual 0-52031.03 Principal Safety StandardsSafety in Welding and Cutting

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 1-7 Safety Instructions 1.04 Symbol ChartNote that only some of these symbols will ap

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSafety Instructions 1-8 Manual 0-52031.05 Declaration Of Conformity Manufacturer: Victor Techno

INTRODUCTION THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 2-1 IntroductionSECTION 2: INTRODUCTION2.01 How to Use This ManualThis Manual usually applies

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS INTRODUCTIONIntroduction 2-2 Manual 0-52032.06 Duty CycleThe rated duty cycle of a Welding Power Source, is the perce

INTRODUCTION THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 2-3 Introduction2.07 Specifications -161 STLPower Source Part Number W1003804Mains PowerNomin

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS INTRODUCTIONIntroduction 2-4 Manual 0-52032.08 Specifications -201 TSPower Source Part Number W1003806Mains PowerNomi

INSTALLATION THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 3-1 Installation3.01 EnvironmentThese units are designed for use in environments with increase

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THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS INSTALLATIONInstallation 3-2 Manual 0-5203• Electrical Input RequirementsOperate the welding power source from a singl

INSTALLATION THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 3-3 InstallationWelding Power SupplyPrimary Power Cable120120V,V,20A,1Ø15A,1Ø208-230V, 50A,1ØT

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS INSTALLATIONInstallation 3-4 Manual 0-52033.04 Electromagnetic Compatibility WARNINGExtra precautions for Electromagn

INSTALLATION THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 3-5 Installation5. Earthing of the Work Piece Where the work piece is not bonded to earth fo

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS INSTALLATIONInstallation 3-6 Manual 0-5203Figure 3-2: Setup for STICK (SMAW) Welding3.06 STICK (SMAW) Setup200ASet

INSTALLATION THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 3-7 Installation6. Set the weld current control knob to the desired amperage.7. Set the ARC F

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS INSTALLATIONInstallation 3-8 Manual 0-5203LIFT TIG (GTAW) Sequence of Operation CAUTIONBefore any welding is to begin,

INSTALLATION THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 3-9 Installation11. Set the weld current control knob to the desired amperage.3.08 HF TIG (GT

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS INSTALLATIONInstallation 3-10 Manual 0-52033.09 Victor RegulatorPressure regulator (Figure 3-5) attached to the cylin

INSTALLATION THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 3-11 Installationb) Low pressure gauges must be UL recognized for the class of regulator they

! WARNINGSRead and understand this entire Manual and your employer’s safety practices before installing, operating, or servicing the equipment.While t

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS INSTALLATIONInstallation 3-12 Manual 0-520310. On all cylinders, except acetylene, open the valve completely to seal t

OPERATION THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 4-1 OperationSECTION 4: OPERATIONConventional operating procedures apply when using the Welding

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS OPERATION Operation 4-2 Manual 0-5203Figure 4-2: Thermal Arc 201 TS ControlsA. POWER IndicatorThe POWER Indicator ill

OPERATION THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 4-3 Operationonly. Up Slope is not adjustable and activates automatically in 4T mode when the T

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS OPERATION Operation 4-4 Manual 0-52034.02 Welding Current Control Explanation15 Amp OutletThe mains power 15 Amp cir

OPERATION THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 4-5 Operation4.03 STICK (SMAW) Electrode PolarityStickelectrodesaregenerallyconnectedtot

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS OPERATION Operation 4-6 Manual 0-52034.05 GTAW Electrode PolarityConnecttheTIGtorchtothe"-"Negative

OPERATION THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 4-7 Operation4.10 TIG Welding Parameters for SteelBase Metal ThicknessDC CurrentElectrode Diam

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS OPERATION Operation 4-8 Manual 0-52034.12 Welding PositionThe electrodes dealt with in this publication can be used

OPERATION THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 4-9 Operation4.13 Joint PreparationsIn many cases, it will be possible to weld steel sections

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTION 1: SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS ... 1-11.01 Arc Welding Hazards ...

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS OPERATION Operation 4-10 Manual 0-52034.14 Arc Welding TechniqueA Word to BeginnersFor those who have not yet done a

OPERATION THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 4-11 Operation4.19 Making Welded JointsHaving attained some skill in the handling of an electr

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS OPERATION Operation 4-12 Manual 0-5203C. Vertical Welds1. Vertical Up Tack weld a three feet length of angle iron

OPERATION THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 4-13 OperationThe metal in the weld area is stretched (plastic deforma-tion), the job may be pu

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS OPERATION Operation 4-14 Manual 0-5203D. PresettingIt is possible in some cases to tell from past experience or to fin

SERVICE THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 5-1 Service5.01 Maintenance and InspectionThe only routine maintenance required for the power supp

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS SERVICE Service 5-2 Manual 0-52035.02 STICK (SMAW) Welding Problems Insufficient GapIncorrect SequenceArt # A-05866_A

SERVICE THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 5-3 Service5.03 TIG Welding Problems Weld quality is dependent on the selection of the correct con

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS SERVICE Service 5-4 Manual 0-5203TIG Welding Problems (Continued)5.04 Power Source Problems Description Possible Cau

KEY SPARE PARTS THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 6-1 Key Spare Parts6.01 Replacement Parts-161 STLItem No Description Part No. Reference De

TABLE OF CONTENTSSECTION 4: OPERATION ... 4-14.01 Front Panel

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS KEY SPARE PARTSKey Sparer Parts 6-2 Manual 0-5203 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19

KEY SPARE PARTS THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 6-3 Key Spare Parts6.02 Replacement Parts-201 TS Item No Description Part No. Reference De

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS KEY SPARE PARTSKey Sparer Parts 6-4 Manual 0-52032534678910111213141516171819 21202223242526Art # A-10104_AB2751

APPENDIX THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 A-1 AppendixAPPENDIX 1: OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIESDescription Part Number17 style TIG Torch with 12.5

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS APPENDIXAppendix A-2 Manual 0-5203APPENDIX 2: SYSTEM SCHEMATIC - 161 STL GDSGDSINPUT 230VAC/115VAC 50/60HzGDSACOUTACO

APPENDIX THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 A-3 AppendixAPPENDIX 3: SYSTEM SCHEMATIC -201 TS 1GDSGDSINPUT 230VAC/115VAC 50/60HzGDSACOUTACOUTD

LIMITED WARRANTYThis information applies to Thermal Arc products that were purchased in the USA and Canada.August 2011LIMITED WARRANTY: Thermal Arc®,

WARRANTY SCHEDULE This information applies to Thermal Arc products that were purchased in the USA and Canada.August 2011 SAFETY EQUIPMENT WARRANTY PE

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Art # A-11205Art # A-11204Thermal Arc 161 STL Stick/TIG SystemPart Number W1003805• ThermalArc161STLpowersupplyintoolbox• 17TIGtorch,12.5f

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 1-1 Safety Instructions 1.01 Arc Welding Hazards WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.Touc

THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSSafety Instructions 1-2 Manual 0-5203 WARNINGFUMES AND GASES can be hazardous to your health.Weldi

SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TSManual 0-5203 1-3 Safety Instructions 6. Be aware that welding on a ceiling, floor, bulkhead, or par