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Arc 151i VRD
GB Instruction manual
Valid for serial no. 828-xxx-xxxx0460 825 174 GB 20120814
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1 SAFETY 4...........................................................
2 INTRODUCTION 6...................................................
2.1 Equipment 6................................................................
3 TECHNICAL DATA 7.................................................
4 INSTALLATION 8....................................................
4.1 Location 8..................................................................
4.2 Mains power supply 8........................................................
4.2.1 Recommended fuse sizes and minimum cable area 9.......................
5 OPERATION 9.......................................................
5.1 PFC - Power factor correction 9...............................................
5.2 Connections and control devices 9............................................
5.3 Connection of welding and return cable 10.......................................
5.4 Overheating protection 10.....................................................
5.5 MMA welding 10.............................................................
5.6 TIG welding 11...............................................................
5.7 Remote control unit 11........................................................
6 MAINTENANCE 11....................................................
6.1 Inspection and cleaning 12....................................................
7 FAULT-TRACING 12..................................................
7.1 Fault codes 12...............................................................
8 ORDERING SPARE PARTS 13.........................................
9 DISMANTLING AND SCRAPPING 13...................................
DIAGRAM 14............................................................
ORDER NUMBER 16.....................................................
ACCESSORIES 17.......................................................
Rights reserved to alter specifications without notice.
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1 SAFETY
Users of ESAB welding equipment have the ultimate responsibility for ensuring that anyone who works on or near the equipment
observes all the relevant safety precautions. Safety precautions must meet the requirements that apply to this type of welding
equipment. The following recommendations should be observed in addition to the standard regulations that apply to the work
place.
All work must be carried out by trained personnel well-acquainted with the operation of the welding equipment. Incorrect oper
ation of the equipment may lead to hazardous situations which can result in injury to the operator and damage to the equipment.
1. Anyone who uses the welding equipment must be familiar with:
its operation
location of emergency stops
its function
relevant safety precautions
welding
2. The operator must ensure that:
no unauthorized person is stationed within the working area of the equipment when it is started up.
no-one is unprotected when the arc is struck
3. The workplace must:
be suitable for the purpose
be free from drafts
4. Personal safety equipment
Always wear recommended personal safety equipment, such as safety glasses, flame-proof clothing, safety gloves.
Do not wear loose-fitting items, such as scarves, bracelets, rings, etc., which could become trapped or cause burns.
5. General precautions
Make sure the return cable is connected securely.
Work on high voltage equipment may only be carried out by a qualified electrician.
Appropriate fire extinquishing equipment must be clearly marked and close at hand.
CAUTION
This product is solely intended for arc welding.
WARNING
Do not use the power source for thawing frozen pipes.
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WARNING
Arc welding and cutting can be injurious to yourself and others. Take precautions when welding and
cutting. Ask for your employer's safety practices which should be based on manufacturers' hazard
data.
ELECTRIC SHOCK - Can kill
Install and earth the unit in accordance with applicable standards.
Do not touch live electrical parts or electrodes with bare skin, wet gloves or wet clothing.
Insulate yourself from earth and the workpiece.
Ensure your working stance is safe.
FUMES AND GASES - Can be dangerous to health
Keep your head out of the fumes.
Use ventilation, extraction at the arc, or both, to take fumes and gases away from your breathing zone
and the general area.
ARC RAYS - Can injure eyes and burn skin.
Protect your eyes and body. Use the correct welding screen and filter lens and wear protective
clothing.
Protect bystanders with suitable screens or curtains.
FIRE HAZARD
Sparks (spatter) can cause fire. Make sure therefore that there are no inflammable materials nearby.
NOISE - Excessive noise can damage hearing
Protect your ears. Use earmuffs or other hearing protection.
Warn bystanders of the risk.
MALFUNCTION - Call for expert assistance in the event of malfunction.
Read and understand the instruction manual before installing or operating.
PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS!
CAUTION
Read and understand the instruction manual before
installing or operating.
CAUTION
Class A equipment is not intended for use in residential locations where
the electrical power is provided by the public low-voltage supply system.
There may be potential difficulties in ensuring electromagnetic
compatibility of class A equipment in those locations, due to conducted
as well as radiated disturbances.
ESAB can provide you with all necessary welding protection and accessories.
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2 INTRODUCTION
Arc 151i is a welding current power source intended for use with coated electrodes
(MMA welding) and TIG welding.
ESAB's accessories for the product can be found on page 17.
2.1 Equipment
Arc 151i is supplied with a 3 m welding cable, return cable, 3 m mains cable and an
instruction manual for power source and control panel.
Control panel A33
Welding process parameters are controlled via the control panel.
NOTE! See the separate instruction manual for a detailed description of the control
panel.
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