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0459 942 001 GB
Instruction manual
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1 DIRECTIVE
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
ESAB AB, Welding Equipment, SE--695 81 Laxå, Sweden, gives its unreserved guarantee that weld-
ing power source Tig 3000i AC/DC from serial number 612 are constructed and tested in compliance
with the standard EN 60974--1 /--3 and EN 60974--10 in accordance with the requirements of directive
(2006/95/EC) and (2004/108/EEC).
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Laxå 2007--03--14
Kent Eimbrodt
Global Director
Equipment and Automation
2 SAFETY
Users of ESAB welding equipment have the ultimate responsibility for ensuring that anyone who
works on or near the equipment observes all the relevant safety precautions. Safety precautions
must meet the requirements that apply to this type of welding equipment. The following recommen-
dations should be observed in addition to the standard regulations that apply to the workplace.
All work must be carried out by trained personnel well--acquainted with the operation of the welding
equipment. Incorrect operation of the equipment may lead to hazardous situations which can result
in injury to the operator and damage to the equipment.
1. Anyone who uses the welding equipment must be familiar with:
S its operation
S location of emergency stops
S its function
S relevant safety precautions
S welding
2. The operator must ensure that:
S no unauthorized person is stationed within the working area of the equipment when it is
started up.
S no--one is unprotected when the arc is struck
3. The workplace must:
S be suitable for the purpose
S be free from drafts
4. Personal safety equipment
S Always wear recommended personal safety equipment, such as safety glasses, flame--proof
clothing, safety gloves.
S Do not wear loose--fitting items, such as scarves, bracelets, rings, etc., which could become
trapped or cause burns.
5. General precautions
S Make sure the return cable is connected securely.
S Work on high voltage equipment may only be carried out by a qualified electrician.
S Appropriate fire extinquishing equipment must be clearly marked and close at hand.
S Lubrication and maintenance must not be carried out on the equipment during operation.
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WARNING
ARC WELDING AND CUTTING CAN BE INJURIOUS TO YOURSELF AND OTHERS. TAKE PRECAU-
TIONS WHEN WELDING. ASK FOR YOUR EMPLOYER’S SAFETY PRACTICES WHICH SHOULD BE
BASED ON MANUFACTURERS’ HAZARD DATA.
ESAB can provide you with all necessary welding protection and accessories.
WARNING!
Read and understand the instruction manual before installing
or operating.
WARNING!
Do not use the power source for thawing frozen pipes.
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3 INTRODUCTION
The Tig 3000i AC/DC is a TIG welding power source, which can also be used for
MMA welding. It can be used with alternating current (AC) or direct current (DC).
3.1 Equipment
The power source is supplied with:
Instruction manual for the welding power source, instruction manual for the control
panel and 5 m return cable.
TA24 AC/DC
See the separate instruction manual for a detailed description of the control panel.
4 TECHNICAL DATA
Tig 3000i AC/DC
Mains voltage 400 V, ±10%, 3∼ 50/60 Hz
Primary current
Imax TIG 20 A
Imax MMA 25 A
No--load power demand when in the 30 W
energy--saving mode, 6.5 min. after welding
Setting range TIG, AC* / DC 4--300 A
MMA 16--300 A
Permissible load at TIG, AC/DC
35% duty cycle 300 A / 22 V
60% duty cycle 240 A / 19.6 V
100% duty cycle 200 A / 18 V
Permissible load at MMA
30% duty cycle 300 A / 32 V
60% duty cycle 230 A / 29.2 V
100% duty cycle 190 A / 27.6 V
Power factor at maximum current
TIG 0.72
MMA 0.72
Efficiency at maximum current
TIG 67%
MMA 77%
Open--circuit voltage
MMA 54--64 V
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*) The minimum current during AC welding depends on the alloy used for the aluminium plates and
their surface cleanliness.
Duty cycle
The duty cycle refers to the time as a percentage of a ten--minute period that you can weld at a cer-
tain load without overloading.
Enclosure class
The IP code indicates the enclosure class, i. e. the degree of protection against penetration by solid
objects or water. Equipment marked IP23 is designed for indoor and outdoor use.
Application class
The symbol indicates that the power source is designed for use in areas with increased
electrical hazard.
5 INSTALLATION
The installation must be executed by a professional.
WARNING!
This product is intended for industrial use. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio
interference. It is the user’s responsibility to take adequate precautions.
5.2 Location
Position the welding power source such that its cooling air inlets and outlets are not
obstructed.
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Note! The welding power source is designed for connection to a 230 / 400 volt
system with four conductors.
If the power source is to be used in countries with a higher supply voltage, the power
source must be connected via a safety transformer.
6 OPERATION
General safety regulations for the handling of the equipment can be found on
page 3. Read through before you start using the equipment!
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7 MAINTENANCE
Regular maintenance is important for safe, reliable operation.
Note!
All guarantee undertakings from the supplier cease to apply if the customer himself
attempts any work in the product during the guarantee period in order to rectify any
faults.
Maintenance must be executed by a professional.
Only those persons who have appropriate electrical knowledge (authorized
personnel) may remove the safety plates.
Welding torch
The welding torch’s wear parts should be cleaned and replaced at regular intervals in
order to achieve trouble--free welding.
8 FAULT--TRACING
Try these recommended checks and inspections before sending for an authorised
service technician.
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Tig 3000i AC/DC is designed and tested in accordance with the international and Euro-
pean standards IEC/EN 60974--1, 60974--3 and EN 60974--10. It is the obligation of the
service unit which has carried out the service or repair work to make sure that the pro-
duct still conforms to the said standard.
Spare parts may be ordered through your nearest ESAB dealer, see the last page of
this publication.
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Diagram
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Tig 3000i AC/DC
Ordering number
0459 735 880 Welding power source Origot Tig 3000i AC/DC, TA24 AC/DC
0459 839 003 Spare parts list Control panel Origot TA24 AC/DC
Instruction manuals and the spare parts list are available on the Internet at www.esab.com
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Tig 3000i AC/DC
Accessories
ESAB AB
SE-- 695 81 LAXÅ
SWEDEN
Phone +46 584 81 000
www.esab.com
070514