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1. PREFACE
1.1 General
Congratulations on choosing the Master/MasterTig MLS™ equipment. Used correctly, Kemppi
products can signicantly increase the productivity of your welding, and provide years of
economical service.
This operating manual contains important information on the use, maintenance and safety of
your Kemppi product. The technical specications of the equipment can be found at the end
of the manual.
Please read the manual carefully before using the equipment for the rst time. For your
own safety and that of your working environment, pay particular attention to the safety
instructions in the manual.
For more information on Kemppi products, contact Kemppi Oy, consult an authorised Kemppi
dealer, or visit the Kemppi web site at www.kemppi.com.
The specications presented in this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
Important notes
Items in the manual that require particular attention in order to minimise damage and
personal harm are indicated with the
their instructions.
Disclaimer
While every eort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide
is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. Kemppi
reserves the right to change the specication of the product described at any time without
prior notice. Do not copy, record, reproduce or transmit the contents of this guide without
prior permission from Kemppi.
’NOTE!’ notation. Read these sections carefully and follow
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1.2 Product introduction
Kemppi Master MLS™ 2500 and 3500 is a MMA welding machine designed for industrial use
and for welding all kinds of covered electrodes, including dicult-to-weld types such as
cellulose electrodes. The equipment consists of power source, welding cables and function
panel.
Kemppi Mastertig MLS™ 3000 and 4000 is a TIG welding system especially designed for
industrial use and for welding e.g. stainless steel materials. The equipment consists of a power
source, function panel, TIG welding torch, ground cable and an optional cooling unit. The
cooling unit MasterCool 10 is used in water-cooled TIG welding.
The power source is a multifunctional machine for demanding professional use for MMA,
TIG and pulsed TIG welding with direct current. The power source is controlled with IGBT
transistors with a frequency of approximately 20 kHz, and the operational functions with a
microprocessor. The welding torch can be either water-cooled or gas-cooled.
The equipment is packed in durable packages designed especially for it. However, it is
necessary to check the equipment before using it to make sure that the equipment or any part
of it has not got damaged during transportation. Also check that the delivery corresponds to
your order and that you have received all necessary instructions for installing and operating
the equipment. The packaging material is recyclable.
2.2 Locating the machine
Place the machine on a horizontal, stable and clean ground. Protect the machine from rain
and direct sunshine. Check that there is enough space for cooling air circulation in front of and
behind the machine.
2.3 Serial number
Serial number of the machine is marked on the rating plate. The serial number is the only
proper means of identifying parts for a specic product. It is important to make correct
reference to the serial number of the product when making repairs or ordering spare parts.
2.4 Installation
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1. Function panel
2. Remote control connector
3. TIG torch control connector, not in MMA version
4. Shield gas and current connector for TIG torch, not in MMA version
5. (+) connector for electrode holder or earth cable, in TIG welding for earth cable
6. (-) connector for earth cable or electrode holder in MMA welding (stick welding)
Markings for (+/-) poles on the machine front are embossed.
Rear of machine
7. Mains switch
8. Snap connector for gas
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2.5 Installation of the panel
1. Fasten the cable connectors of the function panel to the power source (2 pieces).
2. Place the bottom edge of the panel behind the securing clips on the machine. Remove
the xing pin from the top edge with, for example, a screwdriver. Then gently push
the upper part of the panel into place. Make sure that the cables do not get damaged,
continue gently pushing the upper part of the panel until it clips into place. Finally, push
the xing pin back into its place.
2.6 Distribution network
All regular electrical devices without special circuits generate harmonic currents into
distribution network. High rates of harmonic current may cause losses and disturbance to
some equipment.
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Master MLS™ 2500, MasterTig MLS™ 3000
This equipment complies with IEC 61000-3-12 provided that the short-circuit power S
is greater than or equal to 1.6 MVA at the interface point between the user's supply and
the public supply network. 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 Ssc greater than or equal
to 1.6 MVA.
Master MLS™ 3500, MasterTig MLS™ 4000
This equipment complies with IEC 61000-3-12 provided that the short-circuit power S
is greater than or equal to 2.5 MVA at the interface point between the user's supply and
the public supply network. 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 Ssc greater than or equal
to 2.5 MVA.
2.7 Mains connection
NOTE! Only an authorised electrician is allowed to install mains cable and plug!
The power source is equipped with a 5-meter mains cable without plug. The fuse and cable
sizes are given in the Technical data at the end of this manual.
NOTE! This equipment’s electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) is designed for use in an industrial
environment. Class A equipment is not intended for use in residential location where the electrical
power is provided by the public low-voltage supply system.
You can change the welding polarity by choosing (+) or (-) cable connector.
2.8.2 Earthing
If possible, always fasten the earth clamp of return current cable directly onto work piece.
1. Clean contact surface of earth clamp from paint and rust.
2. Fasten clamp properly, so that contact surface is as large as possible.
3. Check that clamp is fastened rmly.
2.9 Cooling unit to MasterCool 10
NOTE! Cooling liquid is injurious! Avoid also contact with skin or eyes. In case of injury, seek for
medical advice.
Cooling unit MasterCool 10 together with TIG torch of Kemppi’s TTC-W range enables TIG
welding with water-cooled torch.
The cooling unit is installed beneath the power source with screws. Electrical connections are
on the bottom of power source. Fill the reservoir with a 20 - 40 % mixture of etanol and water,
or with any other suitable antifreeze. The capacity of the reservoir is 3 litres.
MasterCool 10:
Mastertig MLS 3000
Mastertig MLS 4000
Installation of cooling unit
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Installing gas-cooled torch
Installing water-cooled torch
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Connect the red water hose to the upper connector and blue one to the lower connector..