As used throughout this manual: Means Attention! Be Alert!
DANGER!
Means immediate hazards which, if not avoided, will result in immediate,
serious personal injury or loss of life.
WARNING!
Means potential hazards which could result in personal injury or loss of life.
CAUTION!
Means hazards which could result in minor personal injury.
WARNING!
Before use, read and understand the instruction manual
and follow all labels, employer´s safety practices and
Safety Data Sheets (SDSs).
1.2Safety precautions
Users of ESAB 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 equipment. The following
recommendations should be observed in addition to the standard regulations that apply to
the workplace.
All work must be carried out by trained personnel well-acquainted with the operation of the
equipment. Incorrect operation 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 equipment must be familiar with:
○ its operation
○ location of emergency stops
○ its function
○ relevant safety precautions
○ welding and cutting or other applicable operation of the equipment
2.The operator must ensure that:
○ no unauthorised person is stationed within the working area of the equipment
when it is started up
○ no-one is unprotected when the arc is struck or work is started with the
equipment
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 extinguishing equipment must be clearly marked and close at
hand
○ Lubrication and maintenance must not be carried out on the equipment during
operation
WARNING!
Arc welding and cutting can be injurious to yourself and others. Take precautions
when welding and cutting.
ELECTRIC SHOCK - Can kill
•Install and ground the unit in accordance with instruction manual.
•Do not touch live electrical parts or electrodes with bare skin, wet gloves or
wet clothing.
•Insulate yourself from work and ground.
•Ensure your working position is safe
ELECTRIC AND MAGNETIC FIELDS - Can be dangerous to health
•Welders having pacemakers should consult their physician before welding.
EMF may interfere with some pacemakers.
•Exposure to EMF may have other health effects which are unknown.
•Welders should use the following procedures to minimize exposure to
EMF:
○ Route the electrode and work cables together on the same side of
your body. Secure them with tape when possible. Do not place your
body between the torch and work cables. Never coil the torch or work
cable around your body. Keep welding power source and cables as
far away from your body as possible.
○ Connect the work cable to the workpiece as close as possible to the
area being welded.
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.
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NOISE - Excessive noise can damage hearing
Protect your ears. Use earmuffs or other hearing protection.
•Keep all doors, panels and covers closed and securely in place. Have only
qualified people remove covers for maintenance and troubleshooting as
necessary. Reinstall panels or covers and close doors when service is
finished and before starting engine.
•Stop engine before installing or connecting unit.
•Keep hands, hair, loose clothing and tools away from moving parts.
FIRE HAZARD
•Sparks (spatter) can cause fire. Make sure that there are no inflammable
materials nearby.
•Do not use on closed containers.
MALFUNCTION - Call for expert assistance in the event of malfunction.
PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS!
CAUTION!
This product is solely intended for arc welding.
WARNING!
Do not use the power source for thawing frozen pipes.
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.
NOTE!
Dispose of electronic equipment at the recycling
facility!
In observance of European Directive 2012/19/EC on
Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment and its
implementation in accordance with national law,
electrical and/or electronic equipment that has reached
the end of its life must be disposed of at a recycling
facility.
As the person responsible for the equipment, it is your
responsibility to obtain information on approved
collection stations.
For further information contact the nearest ESAB dealer.
ESAB has an assortment of welding accessories and personal protection equipment
for purchase. For ordering information contact your local ESAB dealer or visit us on
our website.
The Tig 2200i AC/DC is a TIG welding power source, which can also be used for MMA
welding. It can be used with alternating current (AC) or direct current (DC).
ESAB accessories for the product can be found in the "ACCESSORIES" chapter of
this manual.
2.1Equipment
The power source is supplied with a 5 m return cable, 3 m mains cable, carrying strap, cable
holder, shaft belt, instruction manual for power source and control panel.
2.2Control panels
•TA33 AC/DC•TA34 AC/DC
See the separate instruction manual for a detailed description of the control panels.
Instruction manuals in other languages can be downloaded from the Internet: www.esab.com
*) The minimum current during AC welding depends on the alloy used for the aluminium
plates and their surface cleanliness.
Duty cycle
The duty cycle refers to the time as a percentage of a ten-minute period that you can weld or
cut at a certain load without overloading. The duty cycle is valid for 40°C/104°F, or below.
Enclosure class
The IP code indicates the enclosure class, i.e. the degree of protection against penetration
by solid objects or water.
Equipment marked IP23 is intended for indoor and outdoor use.
Application class
The symbolindicates that the power source is designed for use in areas with increased
electrical hazard.
The installation must be carried out by a professional.
CAUTION!
This product is intended for industrial use. In a domestic environment this product may
cause radio interference. It is the user's responsibility to take adequate precautions.
4.1Lifting instructions
Install the carrying strap as illustrated and lift
the power source by the strap.
4.2Location
Position the welding power source such that its cooling air inlets and outlets are not
obstructed.
4.3Mains power supply
NOTE!
Mains supply requirements
This equipment complies with IEC 61000-3-12 provided that the short-circuit power is
greater than or equal to S
the public system. It is the responsibility of the installer or user of the equipment to
ensure, by consultation with the distribution network operator if necessary, that the
equipment is connected only to a supply with a short-circuit power greater than or
equal to S
. Refer to the technical data in the TECHNICAL DATA chapter.
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Check that the welding power source is connected to the
correct mains power supply voltage, and that it is protected by
the correct fuse size.
A protective earth connection must be made in accordance
with regulations.
at the interface point between the user's supply and
The mains cable areas and fuse sizes as shown above are in accordance with
Swedish regulations. For other regions, supply cables must be suitable for the
application and meet local and national regulations.
General safety regulations for handling the equipment can be found in the "SAFETY"
chapter of this manual. Read it through before you start using the equipment!
Only those persons who have appropriate electrical knowledge (authorised personnel) may
remove the safety plates to connect or carry out service, maintenance or repair work on
welding equipment.
See installation instructions in chapter
"INSTALLATION".
NOTE!
Coolant must be topped up if connecting a
welding torch or connection cables that are
4 meters in length or longer.
5.4Turning on the power source
Turn on the mains power by turning the mains switch to the ”1” position.
Turn the unit off by turning the switch to the ”0” position.
Whether the mains power supply is interrupted or the power unit is switched off in the normal
manner, welding data will be stored so that it is available next time the unit is started.
Regular maintenance is important for safe and reliable operation.
Only those persons who have appropriate electrical knowledge (authorised personnel) may
remove the safety plates to connect or carry out service, maintenance or repair work on
welding equipment.
CAUTION!
All warranty undertakings from the supplier cease to apply if the customer attempts
any work to rectify any faults in the product during the warranty period.
6.1Inspection and cleaning
Power source
Check regularly that the welding power source is not clogged with dirt
How often and which cleaning methods apply depend on: the welding process, arc times,
placement, and the surrounding environment. It is normally sufficient to blow down the power
source with dry compressed air (reduced pressure) once a year.
Clogged or blocked air inlets and outlets otherwise result in overheating.
Welding torch
•The wear parts of the welding torch should be cleaned and replaced at regular intervals
in order to achieve trouble-free wire feed. Blow the wire guide clean regularly and clean
the contact tip.
Repair and electrical work should be performed by an authorised ESAB service
technician. Use only ESAB original spare and wear parts.
Tig 2200i AC/DC is designed and tested in accordance with the international and European
standards IEC/EN 60974-1, 60974-3 and IEC/EN 60974-10 Class A. It is the obligation of
the service unit which has carried out the service or repair work to make sure that the
product still conforms to the mentioned standards.
Spare parts and wear parts can be ordered through your nearest ESAB dealer, see
esab.com. When ordering, please state product type, serial number, designation and spare
part number in accordance with the spare parts list. This facilitates dispatch and ensures
correct delivery.