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Electrical installation cont.
Input Connections
Make sure the voltage, phase and frequency of input power is as specified on machine rating
plate located at rear of machine.
Have a qualified electrician provide suitable input power as per national electrical codes. Make
sure machine is earthed / grounded.
Make sure fuse or circuit breaker is correct rating for machine. Using fuses or circuit breakers
smaller than recommended will result in
‘
nuisance
’
shut off from welder inrush currents even if
welding at low amperages.
Failure to follow these instructions can cause immediate failure within the welder and void ma-
chines warranty.
Turn the input power OFF at the mains switch & fuse box before working on this equipment. Have
a qualified electrician install & service this equipment.
Allow machine to sit for 5 minutes minimum to allow the power capacitors to discharge before
working inside this equipment. Do not touch electrically live parts
The TIG171
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TFT DIGITAL Inverter Tig Welder requires a 240V 50/60Hz supply. It requires a 16A
supply. It comes with a 2.5 metre mains cable attached.
Connect wires according to national coding.
Brown wire –
Live
Blue wire –
Neutral
Green/Yellow Wire –
Earth (Ground)
Connecting to an Engine Driven Generator
If connecting this machine to an engine driven generator please ensure the following
Minimum Generator KVA Output –
6
KVA continuous Generator to be fitted with AVR
(automatic voltage regulation) DO NOT USE ON A GENERATOR WITHOUT AVR
Connecting to a generator without the above minimum requirements will in
-
validate your war-
ranty.
