Arcmaster, 160ts – Tweco 160 TS Arcmaster User Manual
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ARCMASTER
®
160TS
March 31, 2006
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NOTE
TThis unit is equipped with a 115 VAC (NEMA
5-15) plug modeled on the two-conductor with
earth power cable that is connected at the welding
power source for single phase electrical input
power. For 230 VAC operation, have a qualifi ed
person install according to applicable codes, and
instructions.
Do not connect an input (WHITE or BLACK) conductor to the
ground terminal.
Do not connect the ground (GREEN) conductor to an input
line terminal.
Refer to fi gure 3 and:
1. Connect end of ground (GREEN) conductor to a suitable
ground. Use a grounding method that complies with all
applicable electrical codes.
2. Connect ends of line 1 (BLACK) and line 2 (WHITE) input
conductors to a de-energized line disconnect switch.
3. Use Table 1 and Table 2 as a guide to select line fuses
for the disconnect switch.
Input Voltage
Fuse Size
115 VAC
40 Amps
230 VAC
40 Amps
Table 1 - Electrical Input Connections
NOTE
Fuse size is based on not more than 200 percent of the rated input amperage of the welding power source (Based
on Article 630, National Electrical Code).
Figure 3 - Electrical Input Connections