Tweco 175i Transtig - Manual (Page 15)

TRANSMIG 175i
Manual 0-5143 2-3 INTRODUCTION
2.05 Description
The Cigweld Transmig 175i is a self contained single
phase multi process welding inverter that is capable
of performing GMAW/FCAW (MIG), MMAW (Stick)
and GTAW (Lift TIG) welding processes. The unit
is equipped with an integrated wire feed unit, volt-
age reduction device (VRD applicable in stick mode
only Note; VRD is not fitted to the Asia Version Plant
Part No W1005175M), digital voltage and amperage
meters, and a host of other features in order to fully
satisfy the broad operating needs of the modern weld-
ing professional. The unit is also fully compliant to
Australian Standard AS 60974.1 and IEC 60974.1.
The Transmig 175i MIG provides excellent welding
performance across a broad range of applications
when used with the correct welding consumables
and procedures. The following instructions detail how
to correctly and safely set up the machine and give
guidelines on gaining the best efficiency and quality
from the Power Source. Please read these instructions
thoroughly before using the unit.
2.06 User Responsibility
This equipment will perform as per the information
contained herein when installed, operated, maintained
and repaired in accordance with the instructions pro-
vided. This equipment must be checked periodically.
Defective equipment (including welding leads) should
not be used. Parts that are broken, missing, plainly
worn, distorted or contaminated, should be replaced
immediately. Should such repairs or replacements
become necessary, it is recommended that such re-
pairs be carried out by appropriately qualified persons
approved by CIGWELD. Advice in this regard can
be obtained by contacting an Accredited CIGWELD
Distributor.
This equipment or any of its parts should not be al-
tered from standard specification without prior written
approval of CIGWELD. The user of this equipment
shall have the sole responsibility for any malfunction
which results from improper use or unauthorized
modification from standard specification, faulty
maintenance, damage or improper repair by anyone
other than appropriately qualified persons approved
by CIGWELD.
2.07 Transporting Methods
This unit is equipped with a handle for carrying
purposes.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. DO NOT TOUCH
live electrical parts. Disconnect input
power conductors from de-energized
supply line before moving the welding
power source.
!
WARNING
FALLING EQUIPMENT can cause serious
personal injury and equipment damage.
Lift unit with handle on top of case.
Use handcart or similar device of adequate capacity.
If using a fork lift vehicle, place and secure unit on a
proper skid before transporting.
2.08 Packaged Items
Transmig 175i Plant
• Transmig 175i Inverter Power Source
• Tweco Fusion 250 MIG Torch
• Comet Professional Argon Regulator/Flowmeter
(Not included in Asia Version Plant Part No.
W1005175M)
• Feed rolls: 0.6/0.8mm V Groove (fitted);
1.0/1.2mm U Groove; 0.8/0.9mm V Knurled
• Contact Tips: 0.8mm (fitted); 0.6mm; 0.9mm;
1.0mm
• Electrode Holder with 4m Lead
• Work Clamp with 4m Lead
• Shielding Gas Hose Assembly
• Shielding Gas Adaptor (Supplied in Asia Version
Part No. W1005175M only)
• Shoulder Strap
• Product Bag
• Operating Manual
Transmig 175i Power Source (Part No. W1005177)
(South Pacific Only)
• Transmig 175i Inverter Power Source
• Shielding Gas Hose Assembly
• Shoulder Strap
• Operating Manual