Rights reserved to alter specifications without notice.
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1DIRECTIVE
ESAB AB, Welding Equipment, SE--695 81 Laxå, Sweden, gives its unreserved guarantee that welding power source Tig 3000i from serial number 802 are constructed and tested in compliance with the
standard EN 60974--1 /--3 and EN 60974--10 (Class A) in accordance with the requirements of directive (2006/95/EC) and (2004/108/EEC).
Kent Eimbrodt
Global Director
Equipment and Automation
2SAFETY
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 workplace.
All work must be carried out by trained personnel well--acquainted with the operation of the welding
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 welding equipment must be familiar with:
S its operation
S location of emergency stops
S its function
S relevant safety precautions
S welding
2.The operator must ensure that:
S no unauthorized person is stationed within the working area of the equipment when it is
started up.
S no--one is unprotected when the arc is struck
3.The workplace must:
S be suitable for the purpose
S be free from drafts
4.Personal safety equipment
S Always wear recommended personal safety equipment, such as safety glasses, flame--proof
clothing, safety gloves. Note! Do not use safety gloves when replacing wire.
S Do not wear loose--fitting items, such as scarves, bracelets, rings, etc., which could become
trapped or cause burns.
5.General precautions
S Make sure the return cable is connected securely.
S Work on high voltage equipment may only be carried out by a qualified electrician.
S Appropriate fire extinquishing equipment must be clearly marked and close at hand.
S Lubrication and maintenance must not be carried out on the equipment during operation.
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WARNING
Arc welding and cutting can be injurious to yourself and others. Take precausions when welding.
Ask for your employer’s safety practices which should be based on manufacturers’ hazard data.
ELECTRIC SHOCK - Can kill
SInstall and earth the welding unit in accordance with applicable standards.
SDo not touch live electrical parts or electrodes with bare skin, wet gloves or wet clothing.
SInsulate yourself from earth and the workpiece.
SEnsure your working stance is safe.
FUMES AND GASES - Can be dangerous to health
SKeep your head out of the fumes.
SUse 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.
SProtect your eyes and body. Use the correct welding screen and filter lens and wear protective
clothing.
SProtect bystanders with suitable screens or curtains.
FIRE HAZARD
SSparks (spatter) can cause fire. Make sure therefore that there are no inflammable materials nearby.
NOISE - Excessive noise can damage hearing
SProtect your ears. Use earmuffs or other hearing protection.
SWarn 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!
ESAB can provide you with all necessary welding protection an d accessories.
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.
CAUTION!
This product is solely intended for arc welding.
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CAUTION!
Read and understand the instruction manual before
installing or operating.
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Do not dispose of electrical equipment together with normal waste!
In observance of European Directive 2002/96/EC on Waste Electrical and Electronic
Equipment and its implementation in accordance with national law, electrical equipment
that has reached the end of its life must be collected separately and returned to an
environmentally compatible recycling facility. As the owner of the equipment, you should
get information on approved collection systems from our local representative.
By applying this European Directive you will improve the environment and human
health!
3INTRODUCTION
The Tig 3000i is a TIG welding power source, which can also be used for MMA
welding.
ESAB’s accessories for the product can be found on page 15.
3.1Equipment
The power sources is supplied with:
Instruction manual for the welding power source, instruction manual for the control
panel and 5 m return cable.
3.2Control panel
The units are supplied with one of the following control panels:
TA23TA24
See the separate instruction manual for a detailed description of the control panel.
Operating temperature-- 1 0 t o + 4 0 ˚C
Transportation temperature-- 2 0 t o + 5 5 ˚C
Constant A--weighted sound pressure<70dB
Dimensions lxwxh652 x 249 x 423 mm
Weight32.5 kg
Insulation class transformerH
Enclosure classIP 23
Application class
14.1 A
19 A
30 W
16--300 A
4--300 A
300 A / 22 V
240 A / 19.6 V
200 A / 18 V
300 A / 32 V
230 A / 29.2 V
190 A / 27.6 V
0.89
0.90
81.5 %
84 %
57-- 67 V
sc min
1,4 MVA
Duty cycle
The duty cycle refers to the time as a percentage of a ten--minute period that you can weld at a certain load without overloading. The duty cycle is valid for 40˚C.
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 designed for indoor and outdoor use.
Application class
The symbolindicates that the power source is designed for use in areas with increased
electrical hazard.
Mains supply, S
Minimum short circuit power on the network in accordance with IEC 61000--3--12
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5INSTALLATION
The installation must be executed by a professional.
Note!
Mains supply requirements
High power equipment may, due to the primary current drawn from the mains supply, influence the
power quality of the grid. Therefore connection restrictions or requirements regarding the
maximum permissible mains impedance or the required minimum supply capacity at the interface
point to the public grid may apply for some types of equipment (see technical data). In this case it
is the responsibility of the installer or user of the equipment to ensure, by consultation with the
distrubution network operator if necessary, that the equipment may be connected.
5.1Lifting instruction
5.2Location
Position the welding power source such that its cooling air inlets and outlets are not
obstructed.
5.3Mains power supply
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.
Rating plate with supply connection data
Recommended fuse sizes and minimum cable area
Tig 3000iTIGMMA
Mains voltage400 V 3μ 50 Hz400 V 3μ 50 Hz
1eff
2
4G2,54G2,5
8A13 A
10 A
16 A
16 A
16 A
Mains cable area mm
Phase current I
Fuse
anti--surge
type C MCB
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Note! The mains cable areas and fuse sizes as shown above are in accordance with Swedish
regulations. Use the welding power source in accordance with the relevant national regulations.
Note! The welding power source is designed for connection to a 230 / 400 volt
system with four conductors.
If the power source is to be used in countries with a higher supply voltage, the power
source must be connected via a safety transformer.
6OPERATION
General safety regulations for the handling of the equipment can be found on
page 3. Read through before you start using the equipment!
6.1Connections and control devices
1Control panel,
see separate instruction manual
2CAN connection for cooling unit or remote
control unit
3Connection for start signal from the
welding torch
4Connection for gas to the torch8Connection for shielding gas
5Connection for welding cable (--) or
welding torch
6Connection for return cable (+)
7Mains voltage switch
6.2Fan control
The power source has a time control that means that the fans continue to run for 6.5
minutes after welding has stopped, and the unit switches to energy--saving mode.
The fans start again when welding restarts.
The fans run at reduced speed for welding currents up to 110 A, and at full speed for
higher currents.
6.3Overheating protection
The welding power source has overheating protection that operates if the
temperature becomes too high. When this occurs the welding current is interrupted
and a fault code is displayed on the control panel.
The overheating protection resets automatically when the temperature has fallen.
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7MAINTENANCE
Regular maintenance is important for safe, reliable operation.
CAUTION!
All guarantee undertakings from the supplier cease to apply if the customer himself
attempts any work in the product during the guarantee period in order to rectify any faults.
Only those persons who have appropriate electrical knowledge (authorized
personnel) may remove the safety plates.
7.1Inspection 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 welding torch’s wear parts should be cleaned and replaced at regular intervals in
order to achieve trouble--free welding.
8FAULT--TRACING
Tr y these recommended checks and inspections before sending for an authorised
service technician.
Type of faultCorrective action
No arc.SCheck that the mains power supply switch is turned on.
SCheck that the welding current supply and return cables are
correctly connected.
SCheck that the correct current value is set.
The welding current is
interrupted during welding.
The overheating protection trips
frequently.
Poor welding performance.SCheck that the welding current supply and return cables are
SCheck whether the overheating protection has operated (fault
code E6 is displayed on the control panel).
SCheck the mains power supply fuses.
SMake sure that you are not exceeding the rated data for the
welding power source (i.e. that the unit is not being
overloaded).
correctly connected.
SCheck that the correct current value is set.
SCheck that the correct electrodes are being used.
SCheck the mains power supply fuses.
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9ORDERING SPARE P ARTS
Tig 3000i is designed and tested in accordance with the international and European
standards IEC/EN 60974--1, 60974--3 and EN 60974--10. 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 said standard.
Spare parts may be ordered through your nearest ESAB dealer, see the last page of
this publication.
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Tig 3000i
Ordering number
Ordering no.DenominationType
0459 745 880 Welding power sourceOrigot Tig 3000i, TA24
0459 745 881 Welding power sourceOrigot Tig 3000i, TA23
0459 839 006 Spare parts listTig 3000i
0459 839 003 Spare parts listControl panel Origot TA23, OrigotTA24
0460 032Instruction manualControl panel TA23
0459 945Instruction manualControl panel TA24
Instruction manuals and the spare parts list are available on the Internet at www.esab.com