ENGLISH INTRODUCTION INTRODUCTION IMPORTANT! The Discovery 161MF is a compact and heavy duty generator for This handbook must be consigned to the user prior to MIG/MAG welding. installation and commissioning of the unit. The reduced weight and compact size allow it to be carried wherever Read the "General prescriptions for use"...
Total length (including internal part): 2,5 m Number and cross section of wires: 3 x 2,5 mm Power plug type: Schuko 4. (Only DISCOVERY 161MF TP version) Led indicating excess voltage protection. A built-in Total Protection Device saves the inverter components from overvoltage and makes the unit suitable for use with unstable power supply and motor-generators.
Cod.006.0001.0420 Discovery 161MF 21/06/2019 v2.14 Discovery 161MF TP ENGLISH Preparing for MMA (polarity to basic electrode) PREPARING FOR MMA WELDING 1. Set the welding power source ON/OFF switch to “O” (unit de- energized). 2. Plug the power cable plug into a mains socket outlet.
Cod.006.0001.0420 Discovery 161MF 21/06/2019 v2.14 Discovery 161MF TP ENGLISH PREPARING FOR TIG WELDING Preparing for TIG (polarity for tungsten electrode) 1. Set the welding power source ON/OFF switch to “O” (unit de- energized). 2. Plug the power cable plug into a mains socket outlet.
Cod.006.0001.0420 Discovery 161MF 21/06/2019 v2.14 Discovery 161MF TP ENGLISH PREPARING FOR MIG/MAG WELDING 3.2.1 WIRE SPOOL POSITIONING 3.2.2 POSITIONING THE WIRE IN THE WIRE FEEDER 1. Open the unit side door to gain access to the spool compartment. 1. Lower the wire feeder pressure devices.
Cod.006.0001.0420 Discovery 161MF 21/06/2019 v2.14 Discovery 161MF TP ENGLISH Preparing for MIG/MAG 8. Close the spool compartment door in the side of the unit. 3.2.3 CONNECTIONS TO SOCKETS 1. Set the welding power source ON/OFF switch to “O” (unit de- energized).
Cod.006.0001.0420 Discovery 161MF 21/06/2019 v2.14 Discovery 161MF TP ENGLISH COMMISSIONING USER INTERFACE The picture shows the adjustment panel of MIG/MAG welding parameters, accessible by opening the wire feeding unit door. CODE SYMBOL DESCRIPTION This LED illuminates to show an anomaly in the operating conditions.
Cod.006.0001.0420 Discovery 161MF 21/06/2019 v2.14 Discovery 161MF TP ENGLISH ALARMS MANAGEMENT This LED illuminates if an incorrect operating condition occurs. Tab. 1 - Alarm messages MEANING EVENT CHECKS All functions disabled. - Make sure that the power required by the...
Cod.006.0001.0420 Discovery 161MF 21/06/2019 v2.14 Discovery 161MF TP ENGLISH WELDING PARAMETERS PARAMETER DEFAULT WELDING CURRENT 140 A MIG/MAG WELDING VOLTAGE 14.2 V 22.0 V WIRE FEED RATE 0.5 m/min 16.0 m/min POST GAS 0.0 s 3.0 s WELDING CURRENT Output current value during welding.
Cod.006.0001.0420 Discovery 161MF 21/06/2019 v2.14 Discovery 161MF TP ENGLISH TECHNICAL DATA Waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Directives applied Low voltage (LVD) Restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances (RoHS) Construction standards EN 60974-1; EN 60974-5; EN 60974-10 Class A...
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Cod.006.0001.0420 Discovery 161MF 21/06/2019 v2.14 Discovery 161MF TP ENGLISH 35 % (40° C) 13.9 A 60 % (40° C) 15.5 A 100 % (40° C) 16.0 A 40 % (40° C) 9.9 A Maximum effective supply current 60 % (40° C) 10.8 A...
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