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Arcmaster 401s power source, 05 high frequency introduction – Tweco ArcMaster 401S User Manual

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ARCMASTER 401S POWER SOURCE

Manual 0-5345

3-3

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND SETUP

Welding Power Source

Ground Terminal

Ground Conductor

Line Disconnect Switch

Line Fuse

Primary Power Cable

Art # A-12451

Figure 3-1 Electrical Input Connections

Input Power
Each unit incorporates an INRUSH circuit and input voltage sensing circuit. When the MAIN SWITCH is turned

ON, the inrush circuit provides a pre-charging of the input capacitors. A relay in the Main Power PCB2 will turn on

after the input capacitors have charged to operating voltage (after approximately 5 seconds).

NOTE

Note the available input power. Damage to the PCB could occur if 529VAC or higher is applied.

3.05 High Frequency Introduction

The importance of correct installation of high frequency welding equipment cannot be overemphasized. Interference

due to high frequency initiated or stabilised arc is almost invariably traced to improper installation. The following

information is intended as a guide for personnel installing high frequency welding machines.

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WARNING EXPLOSIVES

The high frequency section of this machine has an output similar to a radio transmitter. The machine

should NOT be used in the vicinity of blasting operations due to the danger of premature firing

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WARNING COMPUTER

It is also possible that operation close to computer installations may cause computer malfunction.