WARNING: A suitable welding headsheild must be worn during use WARNING: Read these instructions before using the machine 100 AMP ARC WELDER MODEL NO: EASIARC 110 PART NO: 6010942 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS LS0311
INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Welder. Before attempting to operate the machine, it is essential that you read this manual thoroughly and carefully follow all instructions given. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can also look forward to the welder giving you long and satisfactory service. GUARANTEE This CLARKE product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase.
GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS WARNING: WHEN USING ELECTRICAL TOOLS, BASIC SAFETY PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND PERSONAL INJURY. WARNING: READ ALL THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO OPERATE THIS PRODUCT AND KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE. ELECTRIC SHOCK insulated for safety. - Keep all equipment well maintained.
• The welding arc can cause serious burns. Avoid contact with the skin. one is looking before striking an arc. • Sparks and molten metal are ejected during welding. Take precautions to prevent fire. • Wear hearing protection if required. • Allow the weld time to cool. Hot metal should never be handled without gloves • Sparks and molten metal can pass through gaps. Be aware that fire can start out of sight.
• Wear a welding headsheild with appropriate filter lenses or plates (protected by clear glass). This is a MUST for welding (and chipping) to protect the eyes from radiant energy and splatter. Replace cover glass when broken, pitted, or splattered. • NEVER allow children or animals in the vicinity of a welding operation. • ALWAYS remove all flammable materials from the welding area.
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING! Read these electrical safety instructions thoroughly before connecting the product to the mains supply. Before switching the product on, make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate. This product is designed to operate on 230VAC 50Hz. Connecting it to any other power source may cause damage. This product may be fitted with a non-rewireable plug.
UNPACKING Any damage or deficiency should be reported to your CLARKE dealer immediately.
ARC WELDING PRINCIPLES A consumable electrode is connected to a high voltage supply which creates an electric arc between the electrode and the workpiece. The arc is used to create the required heat to turn the metal into a molten state. The electrode is also used as a filler. The shielding gas is created from the flux within the welding rod (electrode).
OPERATING THE WELDER THERMAL CUTOUT If the machine stops at any time and the amber light on the front panel illuminates, the thermal cutout has activated. Wait until the transformer has cooled sufficiently (the amber light goes out) before restarting work. ATTACHING THE EARTH CLAMP Attach the earth clamp firmly to the workpiece as close as possible to the point of weld. IMPORTANT: Ensure that the earth clamp is attached to clean, solid metal.
STRIKING AN ARC IMPORTANT: BEFORE you strike an arc, always bring the face shield up to protect your eyes. 1. Line up the electrode exactly over the spot where you want to strike. 2. Position your shield in front of your face and tap the electrode down firmly. Once you tap down and contact is made, you must instantly raise the electrode to the required arc gap. • The arc gap should be roughly the same as the diameter of the electrode.
WELDING PITFALLS The arc welding technique is an acquired skill and requires considerable practice before perfect results are obtained. The diagrams below will help to explain the pitfalls in your technique and how to overcome them. ARC TOO SHORT This causes irregular masses of weld to be deposited, with slag contamination on an uneven surface. ARC TOO LONG This causes poor penetration resulting in a weak weld with excessive spatter and porosity.
MAINTENANCE WARNING: ELECTRICITY CAN KILL - NEVER TOUCH LIVE ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS. WARNING: DISCONNECT THE POWER SUPPLY BEFORE ALL INSPECTIONS AND MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS WARNING: BEWARE HOT SURFACES. WARNING: ALWAYS LET THE POWER SUPPLY COOL DOWN BEFORE ACCESSING INTERNAL COMPONENTS. Frequency of maintenance operations depends on the operating conditions, how intensively the welder is used and how clean or dirty the welding site is (aggressive atmospheres etc).
RATING PLATE 1 Name and address of manufacturer 13.2 Average reset time 2 Model number, part number 14 Energy Input symbol 3 Batch number 15 Rated supply voltage 4 N/A 16 Rated maximum supply current 5 British Standards applied 17 Maximum effective supply current 6 N/A 18 N/A 7 This symbol indicates that the unit is suitable for carrying out welding operations in an environment which has an increased risk of electric shock.
SPECIFICATIONS Model Easiarc110 Power Supply 230V @ 50Hz Rated Max Input Current I1Max/I1eff 22.3/7.7 A Open Circuit Voltage 48V IP Rating IP21S Output Min./Max Current 40 - 100 Amps Usable Electrodes 1.6 mm - 2.5 mm Dimensions (l x w x h) 313 x 172 x 250 mm Weight 11.85 kg Part Number 6010942 NOTE: The details and specifications contained herein, are correct at the time of going to print.
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