Harbor Freight Tools 98233 User Manual

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TIG INVERTER WELDER
Model
98233
SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION ............................ 3
GENERAL POWER TOOL
SAFETY WARNINGS.......................3
TIG WELDER SAFETY WARNINGS ..5
GROUNDING ................................. 9
GROUNDED TOOLS .......................... 9
GENERAL OPERATING
INSTRUCTIONS ........................ 13
MAINTENANCE AND
SERVICING ............................... 15
CLEANING, MAINTENANCE, AND
LUBRICATION ...............................15
TROUBLESHOOTING ...................... 16
MAIN UNIT PARTS LIST ............. 17
EXTENSION CORDS .........................9
SYMBOLOGY ................................... 10
SPECIFICATIONS ........................ 11
UNPACKING ................................ 11
LIST OF CONTENTS ........................ 11
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS .... 11
TOOL SET UP .................................. 11
WORK PIECE AND WORK AREA
SET UP .......................................... 11
MAIN UNIT DIAGRAM ................. 17
TORCH PARTS LIST ................... 18
TORCH PARTS DIAGRAM .......... 18
ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM ............. 19
LIMITED 1 YEAR / 90 DAY
WARRANTY .............................. 20
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SAVE THIS MANUAL
Keep this manual for the safety warn­ings and precautions, assembly, operat­ing, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the back of the manual near the assembly diagram (or month and year of purchase if product has no number). Keep this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference.
NOTICE is used to
address practices
not related to personal injury.
CAUTION, without
the safety alert symbol, is used to address practices not related to personal injury.
General Power Tool Safety
Warnings
IMPORTANT SAFETY
INFORMATION
In this manual, on the labeling, and all other information provid­ed with this product:
This is the safety alert
symbol. It is used to alert you to potential personal injury hazards. Obey all safety messages that follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
DANGER indicates
a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
WARNING
indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
CAUTION, used
with the safety alert symbol, indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in minor or moderate injury.
WARNING Read all safety
warnings and instructions.
Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock, re and/or serious injury.
Save all warnings and instructions for future reference.
The term ″power tool″ in the
warnings refers to your mains-
operated (corded) power tool.
Work area safety1.
Keep work area clean and well lit. a.
Cluttered or dark areas invite acci-
dents.
Do not operate power tools in b. explosive atmospheres, such as in
the presence of ammable liquids,
gases or dust. Power tools create
sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.
Keep children and bystanders c. away while operating a power tool.
Distractions can cause you to lose
control.
Electrical safety2.
Power tool plugs must match the a. outlet. Never modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter plugs with grounded power tools.
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Unmodied plugs and matching out­lets will reduce risk of electric shock.
Avoid body contact with grounded b. surfaces such as pipes, radiators, ranges and refrigerators. There is
an increased risk of electric shock if
your body is grounded.
Do not expose power tools to rain c. or wet conditions. Water entering
a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock.
Do not abuse the cord. Never use d. the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the power tool. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged
or entangled cords increase the risk
of electric shock.
When operating a power tool out-e. doors, use an extension cord suit­able for outdoor use. Use of a cord
suitable for outdoor use reduces the
risk of electric shock.
If operating a power tool in a damp f. location is unavoidable, use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of
a GFCI reduces the risk of electric
shock.
Personal safety3.
Stay alert, watch what you are do-a. ing and use common sense when operating a power tool. Do not use a power tool while you are tired
or under the inuence of drugs,
alcohol or medication. A moment
of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury.
Use safety equipment. b. Always
wear ANSI-approved safety glasses and arc shaded, impact safety full
face shield. Safety equipment such as NIOSH-approved respirator,
heavy-duty work gloves, non-skid
safety shoes, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.
Prevent unintentional starting. c. Ensure the switch is in the off-po­sition before connecting to power source or moving the tool. Carry-
ing power tools with your nger on the switch or energizing power tools
that have the switch on invites acci-
dents.
Remove any adjusting key or d. wrench before turning the power tool on. A wrench or a key left at-
tached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury.
Do not overreach. Keep proper e. footing and balance at all times.
This enables better control of the
power tool in unexpected situations.
Dress properly. Do not wear loose f. clothing or jewelry. Keep your hair, clothing and gloves away from moving parts. Loose clothes,
jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts.
If devices are provided for the con-g. nection of dust extraction and col­lection facilities, ensure these are connected and properly used. Use
of these devices can reduce dust-
related hazards.
Only use safety equipment that h. has been approved by an appropri­ate standards agency. Unapproved
safety equipment may not provide adequate protection. Eye protection must be ANSI-approved and breath­ing protection must be NIOSH-ap-
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proved for the specic hazards in the work area.
Power tool use and care4.
Do not force the power tool. Use a. the correct power tool for your ap­plication. The correct power tool will
do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed.
Do not use the power tool if the b. switch does not turn it on and off.
Any power tool that cannot be con­trolled with the switch is dangerous
and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the c. power source from the power tool before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing power tools. Such preventive safety
measures reduce the risk of starting
the power tool accidentally.
Store idle power tools out of the d. reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to oper­ate the power tool. Power tools are
dangerous in the hands of untrained
users.
Maintain power tools. Check for e. misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool’s operation. If dam­aged, have the power tool repaired before use. Many accidents are
caused by poorly maintained power tools.
Keep cutting tools sharp and f. clean. Properly maintained cutting
tools with sharp cutting edges are
less likely to bind and are easier to
control.
Use the power tool, accessories g. and tool bits etc. in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use
of the power tool for operations differ­ent from those intended could result
in a hazardous situation.
Service5.
Have your power tool serviced by a.
a qualied repair person using
only identical replacement parts.
This will ensure that the safety of the
power tool is maintained.
TIG Welder Safety Warnings
Connection of a plug to this unit 1. must only be performed by a certi-
ed electrician.
Do not exceed 20 PSI for shielding 2. gas; 10 PSI is recommended.
Avoid electrical shock. Do not per-3. mit electrically live parts, cables, or electrodes to contact skin, clothing, or gloves. Wear ANSI-approved protec­tive clothing. This unit draws enough current to cause serious injury or death. Before turning the welder on, check the electrode holder to be sure that there are no protruding screws, and that all insulation is secure. Do not weld unless you are insulated from ground and the work piece.
Avoid eye and body damage. Arc 4. rays and infrared radiation can injure eyes and burn skin. Wear ANSI ap­proved eye and body protection. Do not allow viewing by visitors without proper eye and body protection. Use
a Face Shield with arc shaded lter
plate.
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Move ammable and explosive mate-5. rial at least 35 feet from the welding arc to prevent welding sparks or mol-
ten metal from starting a re. Keep a type ABC re extinguisher within easy
reach. Thoroughly clean the object being welded of any paint, grease, or other foreign material.
If working on a wall or ceiling prevent 6. ignition of combustibles on the other side by moving them to a safe loca­tion.
13. Prevent accidental res. Remove any combustible material from the work area.
When possible, move the work to a 14. location well away from combustible materials. If relocation is not pos­sible, protect the combustibles with a
cover made of re resistant material.
Do not use near degreasing or paint-15. ing operations.
Industrial applications must follow 7. OSHA guidelines.
8. Prevent eye injury and burns. Wearing and using
ANSI-approved personal safety clothing and safety devices reduce the risk for injury.
Leather leggings, re resistant shoes 9. or boots should be worn when using this product. Do not wear pants with cuffs, shirts with open pockets, or any clothing that can catch and hold molten metal or sparks.
Keep clothing and work surfaces free 10. of grease, oil, solvents, or any am­mable substances. Wear dry, insulat­ing gloves and protective clothing.
Wear an approved head covering 11. to protect the head and neck. Use aprons, cape, sleeves, shoulder cov­ers, and bibs designed and approved for welding and cut ting procedures.
When welding/cutting overhead or in 12.
conned spaces, wear ame resistant
ear plugs or ear muffs to keep sparks out of ears.
Enclose the work area with portable 16.
re resistant screens. Protect com­bustible walls, ceilings, oors, etc., from sparks and heat with re resis-
tant covers.
Do not weld or cut on materials hav-17. ing a combustible coating or combus­tible internal structure, as in walls or ceilings, without an approved method for eliminating the hazard.
After spot welding, make a thorough 18.
examination for evidence of re. Be
aware that easily-visible smoke or
ame may not be present for some time after the re has started. Pro-
vide adequate ventilation in work areas to prevent accumulation of
ammable gases, vapors, and dust.
Do not apply heat to a container that has held an unknown substance or a combustible material whose contents, when heated, can produce am­mable or explosive vapors. Clean and purge containers before applying heat. Vent closed containers, includ­ing castings, before preheating, weld­ing, or cutting.
Do not touch live electrical parts. 19. Wear dry, insulating gloves. Do not touch electrode or conductor tong
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with bare hand. Do not wear wet or
INHALATION HAZARD:
Welding and Plasma Cutting Produce
TOXIC FUMES.
Exposure to welding or cutting exhaust fumes can increase the risk of developing certain cancers, such as cancer of the larynx and lung cancer. Also, some diseases that may be linked to exposure to welding or plasma cutting exhaust fumes are:
• Early onset of Parkinson’s Disease
• Heart disease • Ulcers
• Damage to the reproductive organs
• Inammation of the small intestine or stomach • Kidney damage
• Respiratory diseases such as
emphysema, bronchitis, or pneumonia
Use natural or forced air ventilation and wear a respirator approved by NIOSH to protect against the fumes produced to reduce the risk of developing the above illnesses.
damaged gloves.
Ensure that the unit is placed on a 20. stable location before use. If this unit falls while plugged in, severe injury,
electric shock, or re may result.
Where ventilation is questionable, 22.
have a qualied technician take an air
sampling to determine the need for corrective measures. Use mechani­cal ventilation to improve air quality. If engineering controls are not fea­sible, use an approved respirator.
WARNING
Avoid overexposure to fumes and 21. gases. Always keep your head out of the fumes. Do not breathe the fumes. Use enough ventilation or exhaust, or both, to keep fumes and gases from your breathing zone and general area.
Follow OSHA guidelines for Permis-23. sible Exposure Limits (PEL’s) for vari­ous fumes and gases.
Follow the American Conference of 24. Governmental Industrial Hygienists recommendations for Threshold Limit Values (TLV’s) for fumes and gases.
Have a recognized specialist in 25. Industrial Hygiene or Environmental Services check the operation and air quality and make recommendations for the specic welding or cutting situ­ation.
Maintain labels and nameplates on 26. the tool. These carry important safety information. If unreadable or miss­ing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare 27. to begin work before turning on the tool.
Do not leave the tool unattended 28. when it is plugged into an electrical outlet. Turn off the tool, and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leav­ing.
Do not splice welding cables. 29.
Do not weld sealed containers. All 30. containers should be considered un­safe unless they have been rendered
safe or declared safe by a qualied
person.
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This product is not a toy. Keep it out 31. of reach of children.
People with pacemakers should 32. consult their physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic elds in close prox­imity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemak­er failure. In addition, people with pacemakers should:
• Avoid operating alone.
• Do not use with power switch locked
on.
• Properly maintain and inspect to
avoid electrical shock.
• Any power cord must be properly
grounded. Ground Fault Circuit Inter­rupter (GFCI) should also be imple­mented – it prevents sustained elec­trical shock.
A GFCI may provide protection from 33. the “wall to the welder”, but a GFCI will not protect you from faults be­tween the “welder and the work”. Because a GFCI cannot protect you from faults between the “welder and the work” using proper welding technique and personal protection equipment while welding is crucial. Ground the workpiece as well as the welder.
Use a non-conductive safety mat on 34. the work surface to insulate the op­erator from the work surface.
Turn off, unplug, and discharge elec-35. trodes after use and before service.
Do not attempt to cool the welding tip 36.
with uids. Allow the tip to cool down
gradually.
Secure cylinders upright to prevent 37. them from falling. All cylinders should be used and stored in an upright po-
sition. Never drop or strike a cylinder. Do not use cylinders that have been dented. Cylinder caps should be used when moving or storing cylinders. Empty cylinders should be kept in
specied areas and clearly marked
“empty.”
Some dust created by power sand-38. ing, sawing, grinding, drilling, and other construction activities, contains chemicals known [to the State of Cali­fornia] to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm. Some examples of these chemicals are:
• Lead from lead-based paints
• Crystalline silica from bricks and ce-
ment or other masonry products
• Arsenic and chromium from chemi­cally treated lumber Your risk from these exposures var­ies, depending on how often you do this type of work. To reduce your exposure to these chemicals: work in a well ventilated area, and work with approved safety equipment, such as those dust masks that are specially
designed to lter out microscopic
particles. (California Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
WARNING: Handling the cord on 39. this product will expose you to lead, a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer, and birth defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. (Califor­nia Health & Safety Code § 25249.5, et seq.)
The warnings, precautions, and in-40. structions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible con­ditions and situations that may occur. It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are
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factors which cannot be built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.
SAVE THESE
INSTRUCTIONS.
GROUNDING
TO PREVENT
ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT GROUNDING WIRE CONNECTION:
Check with a qualied
electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Have a
plug installed by a certied
electrician. Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by a service facility before use. If the plug will not
t the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualied
electrician.
Grounded Tools
The grounding prong in the plug is 1. connected through the green wire in­side the cord to the grounding system in the tool. The green wire in the cord must be the only wire connected to the tool’s grounding system and must never be attached to an electrically “live” terminal.
The tool must be plugged into an 2. appropriate outlet, properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances.
Extension Cords
As the distance from the supply outlet 1. increases, you must use a heavier gauge extension cord. Using exten­sion cords with inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in voltage, resulting in loss of power and pos­sible tool damage.
(See Table A.)
The smaller the gauge number of the 2. wire, the greater the capacity of the cord. For example, a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord. (See Table A.)
When using more than one exten-3. sion cord to make up the total length, make sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required.
(See Table A.)
If you are using one extension cord 4. for more than one tool, add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size. (See Table A.)
If you are using an extension cord 5. outdoors, make sure it is marked with
the sufx “W-A” (“W” in Canada) to
indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use.
Make sure the extension cord is prop-6. erly wired and in good electrical con­dition. Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by
a qualied electrician before using it.
Protect the extension cords from 7. sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or wet areas.
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RECOMMENDED MINIMUM WIRE
GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS*
(120/240 VOLT)
EXTENSION CORD
NAMEPLATE
LENGTH
AMPERES
(at full load)
0 – 2.0 18 18 18 18 16
2.1 – 3.4 18 18 18 16 14
3.5 – 5.0 18 18 16 14 12
5.1 – 7.0 18 16 14 12 12
7.1 – 12.0 18 14 12 10 -
12.1 – 16.0 14 12 10 - -
16.1 – 20.0 12 10 - - -
TABLE A
25’
50’
75’
100’
* Based on limiting the line
voltage drop to ve volts at
150% of the rated amperes.
Symbology
150’
V~
A
n0 xxxx/min.
Double Insulated
Canadian Standards Association
Underwriters Laboratories, Inc.
Volts Alternating Current
Amperes
No Load Revolutions per Minute (RPM)
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SPECIFICATIONS
Tool Set Up
Electrical Requirements
Welding Current Range 10 to 165 A
Duty Cycle
Gas Fittings
Gas Input 10 PSI
Tungsten Electrode Size 5/32”
Capacity up to 1/4” Steel Plate
230 V~ / 60 Hz
19.8 Amp
60% @ 165 Amps 80% @ 126 Amps 100% @ 98 Amps
Intake: 9/16” 18 TPI Outlet: 3/8” 24 TPI
UNPACKING
When unpacking, check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.
List of contents
Description Qty
Electrode Holder 1
TIG Torch 1
Ceramic Gas Nozzle 4
1/8" Copper Collet Body 1
Copper Collet 4
Black Cap 1
Ground Clamp 1
TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION: Turn the Power Switch of the tool to its “OFF” position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
Connection of a 230V UL listed plug rated to at least 20 Amps to this unit
must only be performed by a certied
electrician. The plug installed for the Welder must match the receptacle.
Work Piece and Work Area Set Up
Designate a work area that is clean 1. and well-lit. The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent injury and distraction.
Route the power cord along a safe 2. route to reach the work area without creating a tripping hazard or exposing the power cord to possible damage. The power cord must reach the work area with enough extra length to al­low free movement while working.
SET UP INSTRUCTIONS
Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT
SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
Secure loose work pieces using a 3. vise or clamps (not included) to pre­vent movement while working. For greater safety; ground the workpiece.
There must not be hazardous ob-4. jects, such as utility lines or foreign objects, nearby that will present a hazard while working.
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Front of Welder
Power Switch
Digital Display
Overload Light
Current Output Knob
Power Supply Light
Back of Welder
Cooling Fan
Gas Inlet
Name Plate
Proper TIG Connection
Power Input
Grounding
Gas Flow Delay Switch
Cable Connection (ground)
TIG switch connect
Gas Outlet
Stick or TIG Switch
Cable Connection (welder)
Grounding Clamp and Cable (34)
TIG Torch and Cable (32)
Proper Arc (stick) Welding Connection
Grounding Clamp and Cable (34)
Electrode Clamp and Cable (33)
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Wear protective
gear during use; ANSI-approved, shade number level 14 eye protection, a full face shield (or welding mask), ear protection, welding gloves and apron, NIOSH-approved
respirator, and re resistant
work clothes without pockets should be worn when welding. Light from the arc can cause permanent damage to the eyes and skin. Do not breathe arc fumes.
Plug the cable of the Grounding 2. Clamp (34) into the welder and se­cure the clamp to a clean, exposed metal part of the workpiece.
Assemble the desired accessories 3. and rod inside the tip of the TIG Torch handle.
Unscrew the Ceramic Nozzle (6A) a. on the Torch Handle (4A).
Unscrew the Collet Housing (5A).b.
Place a 5/32” prepared tungsten c. welding rod (not included) into the torch.
Screw the Collet Housing and Ce-d. ramic Nozzle back onto the Torch.
Place the Welder on a level surface 1. that can bear its weight near the work area.
Connect a 12 AWG ground wire (not 2. included) to the Ground Post on the rear of the Welder (see page 12) and route it to ground. If possible, ground the workpiece independent of the welder.
TIG Connection
Gas
Cable Plug
TIG Torch Control
Outlet Hose
1. Connect the TIG torch control, cable plug, and gas outlet hose as shown on page 12. Twist to lock in place.
Connect a hose and coupling from 4. the gas regulator on an Argon gas tank (none included) to the Argon Gas Inlet on the back of the unit. Fol­low the gas cylinder manufacturer’s instructions for set-up and use.
The Gas Flow Delay Switch allows 5. control of how long the shielding gas
ows. To conserve shielding gas
switch it to “short”. If the welded sur­face is being tarnished, change the switch to “long”.
TIG Welding
Turn the Current Adjustment Knob to 6. meet the needs of the job.
Move the Stick or TIG Switch to “TIG” 7. (bottom position).
Plug the power cord into a grounded 8. 230V electric socket and turn the Welder on.
DANGER! To prevent serious injury and death: The TIG Welder will immediately turn on when the
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trigger is held down. When the operator is not holding the Torch, it must be sitting on a nonconduc-
tive, nonammable surface.
Hold the Trigger down and tilt the 9. torch forward. Keep a constant distance between the torch and the workpiece but do not contact it.
DANGER! To prevent serious
injury and death: Feed the ller
metal being used into the arc with a properly insulated holder (not included).
If too much current is drawn from the 10. welder; the Thermal Overload protec­tor will activate, the Overload indica­tor will light, and the welder will turn off until it cools down. It will automati­cally reset.
Arc (stick) Connection
Connect the Electrode Clamp and 1. Cable (33) to the Arc Welder, as shown on page 12 and twist to lock in place.
Plug the cable of the Grounding 2. Clamp (34) into the welder and se­cure the clamp to a clean, exposed metal part of the workpiece.
Place the metal portion of the welding 3. rod inside the jaws of the Electrode Clamp. Welding rod types vary for welding different metals.
Arc Welding
Move the Stick or TIG Switch to “Arc” 4. (top position).
Plug the power cord into a grounded 6. 230V electric socket and turn the Welder on.
DANGER! To prevent serious injury and death: If the operator is not holding the Torch, it must be sitting on a nonconductive,
nonammable surface. The Stick
Welder will immediately turn on when the power button is turned on.
Stroke the workpiece lightly to ignite 7. the arc. Do not strike like a match. Never tap the electrode wire to ignite the arc; it will damage the electrode.
When the arc ignites, tilt the electrode 8. forward and hold it near the work­piece.
If too much current is drawn from the 9. welder; the Thermal Overload protec­tor will activate, the Overload indica­tor will light, and the welder will turn off until it cools down. It will automati­cally reset.
When nished welding; lift the elec-10. trode from the workpiece, discharge the electrode to ground and turn the Welder off.
Place the handle down on a nonam-11. mable, nonconductive surface.
To prevent accidents disconnect the 12. tool from its power supply after use. Allow the tool to cool down, clean, then store the tool indoors out of chil­dren’s reach.
Turn the Current Adjustment Knob to 5. meet the needs of the job.
REV 08i
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MAINTENANCE AND
SERVICING
Procedures not specically
explained in this manual must be performed only by a
qualied technician.
The Ceramic Nozzle (6A) 4. will occa- sionally need to be cleaned of spatter from welding. Clean it with a metal brush. When the nozzle deteriorates or can no longer be cleaned, it will need to be replaced. Unscrew the nozzle and replace it with a new one.
TO PREVENT
SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION: Turn the Power Switch of the tool to its “OFF” position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE: Do not use damaged equipment. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected before further use.
5. WARNING! If the supply cord of
this power tool is damaged, it must
be replaced only by a qualied
service technician.
Cleaning, Maintenance, and
Lubrication
BEFORE EACH USE,1. inspect the
general condition of the tool. Check for loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken parts, damaged electrical wir­ing, and any other condition that may affect its safe operation.
AFTER USE,2. clean external surfaces of the tool with clean cloth.
Periodically clear out the cooling vent 3. and fan with compressed air.
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PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY
THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/ OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
Troubleshooting
Problem Possible Causes Likely Solutions
Tool will not start No power at outlet.1.
No weld output with ready light on
No weld output; high temperature light on
Erratic or improper arc or welding output
Fan not operating Fan blocked/dirty. 1.
Main Supply Fuse shuts off frequently
Circuit Breaker rating is too low. Install a circuit breaker rated for greater than 20
Cord not connected.2.
Line voltage incorrect.3.
Weld cable loose.1.
Bad work clamp to workpiece 2. connection.
Welder overheated.1.
Duty cycle or amps too high.2.
Airow is blocked.3. Bad weld connections.1.
Polarity incorrect.2.
Workpiece painted or dirty.3.
Ceramic Nozzle obstructed by 4. welding spatter.
Fan broken.2.
Check power at outlet.1.
Check that cord is plugged in.2.
Make sure the welder is plugged into a 230V 3. electrical outlet. Tighten weld cable connection at welder.1.
Make sure the area where the clamp is 2. attached is clean, exposed metal; free of dirt, paint and oil. Allow unit to cool with the fan on.1.
Reduce duty cycle or amps.2.
Clean vents and fan out with compressed air.3. Clean and tighten weld connections.1.
Connect polarity correctly.2.
Clean workpiece thoroughly.3.
Clean or replace nozzle.4.
Remove obstruction and clean with 1. compressed air.
Have the fan replaced by a qualied service 2. technician.
Amps.
Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the
tool. Disconnect power supply before service.
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MAIN UNIT PARTS LIST
MAIN UNIT PARTS LIST
Part Description Qty
1 Handle 1 2 Cover 1 3 Back Cover 1 4 Divider 1 5 PCB 1 6 Transformer 1 7 Drive PCB 1 8 Control PCB 1
9 Display 1 10 Light 1 11 Light 1 12 Toggle Switch 1 13 Toggle Switch 1 14 Socket 1 15 Gas Inlet 1 16 Socket 1 17 Coupling Coil 1 18 Transformer 1
MAIN UNIT DIAGRAM
Part Description Qty
19 Reactance 1 20 Resister 1 21 Inductor 1 22 Radiator 1 23 Inductor 1 24 Rectier 1 25 Fan 1 26 Fan Guard 1 27 Inverter PCB 1 28 Electromagnet 1 29 High Pressure PCB 1 30 Splitter 1 31 Torch Switch Mounting 1 32 TIG Torch and Cable (not shown) 1 33 Electrode Clamp and Cable
(not shown)
34 Ground Clamp and Cable
(not shown)
1
1
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TORCH PARTS LIST
TORCH PARTS LIST
Part Description Qty
1A Long Back Cap 1 2A Short Back Cap 1
3A1 Collet 1/16” (1.6mm) 1 3A2 Collet 2/25” (2.0mm) 1 3A3 Collet 3/32” (2.4mm) 1 3A4 Collet 1/8” (3.2mm) 1
TORCH PARTS DIAGRAM
1A
Part Description Qty
4A Torch Handle 1
5A Collet Housing 1 6A1 Ceramic Nozzle size 4; 10N50 1 6A2 Ceramic Nozzle size 5; 10N49 1 6A3 Ceramic Nozzle size 6; 10N48 1 6A4 Ceramic Nozzle size 7; 10N47 1
2A
3A
4A
5A
6A1-4
Record Product’s Serial Number Here:
Note: If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not avail-
able individually as replacement parts.
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ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM
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LIMITED 1 YEAR / 90 DAY WARRANTY
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that for a period of ninety days from date of purchase that the torch, liner, wire feed mechanism (if ap­plicable), welding clamps, electrode holders, cables and accessories packed with the welder are free of defects in materials and workmanship. This Limited 90 Day/1 Year
Warranty shall not apply to consumable parts such as tips, welding wire, and gas nozzles. Harbor Freight Tools also warrants to the original purchaser, for a period of
one year from date of purchase, that the transformer and rectier are free from defects
in materials and workmanship (90 days if used by a professional contractor or if used as rental equipment). This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, nor­mal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the above limitation of exclu­sion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MER­CHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the com­plaint must accompany the merchandise. If our inspection veries the defect, we will ei­ther repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will return re­paired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specic legal rights and you may also have other rights
which vary from state to state.
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd. • PO Box 6009 • Camarillo, CA 93011 • (800) 444-3353
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