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Everlast POWERARC 140ST Operator's Manual

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EVERLAST
POWERARC 140ST/160STH/200/300
Cc/ DC SMAW/gtaw WELDER
Operator's Manual for the PowerARC Series
Safety, Setup and General Use Guide
1
Rev. 1
0 00131-11

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  • Page 1 EVERLAST POWERARC 140ST/160STH/200/300 Cc/ DC SMAW/gtaw WELDER Operator’s Manual for the PowerARC Series Safety, Setup and General Use Guide Rev. 1 0 00131-11...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    PowerARC 200 Front Panel.…………………………... PowerARC 300 Front Panel.…………………………... PowerARC 140 ST TIG Torch and Gas Config…….. PowerARC 160 STH TIG Torch and Gas Config…… PowerARC 140ST and 160STH Stick Config………. PowerARC 200/300 Stick Config…………………….. PowerARC 140ST/160STH/200 Wiring……………… PowerARC 300 Wiring…………………………………..

  • Page 3: Letter To The Customer

    Your unit registration is important should any information such as product updates or re- calls be issued. It is also important so that we may track your satisfaction with Everlast products and services. If you are unable to register by website, contact Everlast directly through the sales department through the main customer service number in your country.

  • Page 4: Everlast Contact Information

    Model number: ____________________________ Date of Purchase___________________________ EVERLAST Contact Information Everlast US: Everlast consumer satisfaction email: sales@everlastwelders.com Everlast Website: everlastwelders.com Everlast Technical Support: support@everlastwelders.com Everlast Support Forum: http://www.everlastgenerators.com/forums/index.php Main toll free number: 1-877-755 WELD ( 9353 ) 9am—5pm PST M-F 11am-4pm PST Sat.

  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    Safe operation and proper maintenance is your responsibility. We have compiled this operator’s manual, to instruct you in basic safety, oper- ation and maintenance of your Everlast product to give you the best possible experience. Much of welding and cutting is based upon experience and com- mon sense.
  • Page 6 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS These safety precautions are for protection of safety and health. Failure to follow these guidelines may result in serious injury or death. Be careful to read and follow all cautions and warnings. Protect yourself and others. Welding and cutting processes produce high levels of ultraviolet (UV) radiation that can cause severe skin burn and damage.
  • Page 7 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING! Persons with pacemakers should not weld, cut or be in the welding area until they consult with their physician. Some pacemakers are sensitive to EMF radiation and could severely malfunction while welding or while being in the vicinity of someone welding.
  • Page 8 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS continued WARNING! Electrical shock can kill. Make sure all electrical equipment is properly grounded. Do not use frayed, cut or otherwise damaged cables and leads. Do not stand, lean or rest on ground clamp. Do not stand in water or damp areas while weld- ing or cutting.

  • Page 9: Section 1: Specifications

    Section 1 SPECIFICATIONS PERFORMANCE AND FEATURE COMPARISON FEATURE/SPEC. PowerARC 140ST PowerARC 160STH PowerARC 200 PowerARC 300 INVERTER TYPE IGBT IGBT IGBT IGBT INPUT VOLTAGE ±10%;PHASE/ 110/220V; 1PH/50-60Hz 110/220V; 1PH/50-60Hz 220V; 1PH/50-60Hz 220; 1PH/3PH 50-60Hz FREQUENCY 60 A @ 220V 1PH/ MAXIMUM INPUT AMPS (I₁MAX)

  • Page 10: Section 2: General Setup And Operation

    Section 2 GENERAL SETUP AND OPERATION PowerARC 140 ST Front Panel View DIGITAL AMP METER AMP/CURRENT CONTROL ON INDICATOR OVERCURRENT/DUTY CYCLE INDICATOR LIFT START TIG/STICK SELECTOR SWITCH TORCH AND WORK CLAMP CONNECTORS POLARITY: TIG MODE: TORCH NEGATIVE (-), WORK POSITIVE (+) STICK MODE: TORCH POSITIVE (+), WORK NEGATIVE (-)

  • Page 11: Powerarc 160 Sth Front Panel

    Section 2 GENERAL SETUP AND OPERATION Power ARC160 STH FRONT PANEL VIEW ON INDICATOR OVER CURRENT/DUTY CYCLE INDICATOR DIGITAL AMP METER HF/LIFT START SELECTOR PROCESS SELECTOR (TIG/STICK) POST FLOW GAS CONTROL AMP/CURRENT CONTROL GAS QUICK CONNECT (9MM B-SIZE) 7 PIN TORCH SWITCH/FOOT PEDAL CONNECTOR TORCH AND WORK CLAMP CONNECTORS POLARITY: TIG MODE: TORCH NEGATIVE (-), WORK POSITIVE (+)

  • Page 12: Powerarc 200 Front Panel

    Section 2 GENERAL SETUP AND OPERATION PowerARC 200 Front Panel View ON INDICATOR AMP/CURRENT CONTROL OVERCURRENT/DUTY CYCLE INDICATOR DIGITAL AMP METER SOME MODELS: NEGATIVE PORT FOR CELLULOSE RODS (6010) TORCH AND WORK CLAMP CONNECTORS...

  • Page 13: Powerarc 300 Front Panel

    Section 1 GENERAL SETUP AND OPERATION PowerARC 300 Front Panel View ON INDICATOR DIGITAL AMP METER OVERCURRENT/DUTY CYCLE INDICATOR ARC FORCE SURGE CURRENT (HOT START) AMP/CURRENT CONTROL SOME MODELS: NEGATIVE (-) PORT FOR CELLULOSE RODS (6010) (MODELS WITHOUT DEDICATED PORT AUTOMATICALLY SENSE AND ADJUST TO WELD 6010 ) TORCH AND WORK CLAMP CONNECTORS...

  • Page 14: Powerarc 140 St Tig Torch And Gas Config

    TIG TORCH AND GAS CONFIGURATION IMPORTANT: The PowerARC 140ST is DC output only. DC TIG is not recommended for welding aluminum. The lift start process is a low maintenance start type for DC TIG, and High Frequency is not needed for high quality welds in steel or stainless.

  • Page 15: Powerarc 160 Sth Tig Torch And Gas Config

    WORK (+) TORCH SWITCH CONTROL FOOT PEDAL CONTROL (OPTIONAL) REGULATOR EVERLAST (included with 160 STH) ARGON ONLY (Ar)! NOTE: Torch switch and foot pedal control cannot be used at the same time. The foot pedal allows full range of amp operation and the panel AMP knob is not overridden when connected.

  • Page 16: Powerarc 140St And 160Sth Stick Config

    Section 2 GENERAL SETUP AND OPERATION PowerARC 140ST, 160 STH STICK WELDING CONFIGURATION TORCH (+) WORK (-) POLARITY: STICK MODE: TORCH POSITIVE (+), WORK NEGATIVE(-)

  • Page 17: Powerarc 200/300 Stick Config

    Section 1 GENERAL SETUP AND OPERATION PowerARC 200/300 PowerARC 200 POLARITY: TORCH: POSITIVE (+) WORK: NEGATIVE(-) 6010: WORK NEGATIVE (-) CENTER TORCH (+) WORK (-) WORK (-) E6010/6011 (Cellulose) SOME MODELS POLARITY: PowerARC 300 TORCH: POSITIVE (+) WORK: NEGATIVE(-) 6010: WORK NEGATIVE (-) CENTER TORCH (+) WORK (-) WORK (-) E6010/6011 (Cellulose) SOME MODELS...

  • Page 18: Powerarc 140St/160Sth/200 Wiring

    Section 1 GENERAL SETUP AND OPERATION PowerARC 140ST/160STH/200 WIRING CONSULT A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN AND LOCAL CODES BEFORE WIRING YOUR UNIT! EVERLAST IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM IMPROPER WIRING. SWITCH ON/OFF (Switch position and type may vary) EVERLAST 240V PA 200,120/240V PA 140STH, and PA160 STH NOTE: Plug to be supplied by customer.

  • Page 19: Powerarc 300 Wiring

    GENERAL SETUP AND OPERATION PowerARC 300 WIRING Rear Panel View CONSULT A LICENSED ELECTRICIAN AND LOCAL CODES BEFORE WIRING YOUR UNIT! EVERLAST IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DAMAGE RESULTING FROM IMPROPER WIRING. SWITCH ON/OFF (Switch position and type may vary) EVERLAST 220/240V 1 and 3 phase NOTE: Plug to be supplied by customer.

  • Page 20: Arc Starting Methods (Stick)

    Section 1 General setup and operation POWER ARC 140/160/200/300 STICK OPERATION TECHNIQUE STARTING METHODS Scratch/Match Method Tapping Method DC STICK (SMAW) OPERATION GUIDE METAL THICKNESS ELECTRODE SIZE WELDING AMPS < 1 mm/.040” 1.5 mm/ 1/16” 20-40 2 mm/.080” 2 mm/3/32” 40-90 3 mm/ 1/8”...

  • Page 21: Lift Tig Arc Starting Method

    Section 2 General setup and operation LIFT ARC STARTING METHOD FOR POWERARC 140ST/160STH DO NOT SCRATCH START! 1. Position the edge of the ceramic cup on the metal. 2. Quickly rotate cup so that the tungsten comes in contact with the metal.

  • Page 22: Hf Start Tig Arc Starting Method

    Section 2 General setup and operation HIGH FREQUENCY ARC STARTING METHOD FOR POWERARC 160STH DO NOT SCRATCH START! <1/8” 1. Position the point of the sharpened tungsten about 1/8” above the metal 2. Press the torch trigger or press the foot pedal until the switch just turn on arc. 3.

  • Page 23: Section 3: Know Your Welder

    Customers must supply argon for TIG shielding gas and regulator for The PowerARC 140ST and 160 STH are commercial the 140 ST. The 160 STH includes a regulator in the capable, 120/240 volt, 140 and 160 amp stick and DC purchase price.
  • Page 24 Section 3 Know your machine 20 CFH (5-10 lpm). For lift start (140ST and 160STH): The PowerARC 300 provides the operator with maxi- lightly touch the tungsten to the metal, and quickly lift mum control over the welding parameters. The up to a distance of 1/8”...

  • Page 25: Handling And Maintenance

    To adjust the cycle and the output of the machine will be re- HF point gap on the 160STH, contact Everlast Tech duced when operated on 110V. High heat and hu- Support for assistance.

  • Page 26: Trouble Shooting

    CAUSE/SOLUTION Machine will not turn on Check cords and wiring in the plug. Check cir- cuit breaker. Contact Everlast Technical Sup- port to check and replace main unit fuse. Machine runs, but will not weld in ei- Check for sound work clamp connection.

  • Page 27: Notes

    NOTES:...

This manual is also suitable for:

Powerarc 200Powerarc 300Powerarc 160sth

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