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Introduction 2
Description 2
Features 2
Usage limits (IEC 60974-1) 3
Technical data 3
How to lift up the machine 3
Open the packaging 3
Serial number 3
Installation 3
Connection to the electrical supply 4
Instructions for use 4
TIG welding 4
Electrode welding (MMA) 6
Maintenance 6
Optional 6
The pointing out of any difficulties
and their elimination 7
Procedure for welder assembly and disassembly 7
Digital interface PCB replacement 7
Meaning of graphic symbols on machine 8
Wiring diagram 8
Description
RAINBOW 201 HF - 182 HF PRO - 202 HF PRO with digital control
represents the very latest evolution in direct current weld genera-
tors with INVERTER technology. This powerful 100 KHz generator,
based on the latest generation IGBT, fitted with a planar transform-
er, makes it possible to TIG weld any metal except for aluminium
and its alloys.
RAINBOW 201 HF - 182 HF PRO - 202 HF PRO, also excellent for
electrode welding, with its lightness and compactness and first-rate
welding characteristics, is ideal for using for maintenance, erec-
tion and light steel structural works.
Features
Main features are:
• Innovative and compact design.
• Compact size and light weight for easy transportation.
• Load-bearing structure with panels made of impact-resistant fi-
bre.
• Robust handle integrated into the chassis.
• Control panel protected against accidental impact.
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Sloping front control panel, easy to read and adjust and highly
visible from any direction.
• IP 23 S protection class and dust-proof electronic components,
thanks to the innovative “Tunnel” fan cooling system, allow their
use in the toughest work environments.
• Two control panels are available:
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Rainbow 201 HF with an RW21 “basic version” control panel.
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Rainbow 182 HF Pro - 202 HF Pro with an RW22 “complete
version” control panel.
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Digital control, regulation and monitoring of all welding param-
eters.
• Digital display for pre-setting welding parameters.
•
Digital ammeter is standard fittings, with pre-setting of welding
current and saving of the latest value (Hold function).
• Feature that makes it possible to save and call up personalised
welding programs (only adjustable with the RW22 control panel).
• Self-diagnosis device.
• Overheating thermostatic protection.
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Automatic compensation for mains voltage fluctuations within
±20%.
• Safety barrier against excess voltage from mains.
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Electromagnetic disturbance is reduced due to high frequency
being involved only during the arc ignition phase.
• “Energy Saving” function that starts ventilation of the generator
only when necessary.
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This generator also conforms to all the standards and directives
in force in the European Community.
• TIG
- Excellent TIG welding characteristics.
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High frequency arc striking of TIG welding, precise and effi-
cient even from long distance.
- Using special TIG torches allows remote adjustment of weld-
ing current directly from the torch.
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Standard built-in pulsation with provision for entering the SYN
Pulse function (only adjustable with the RW22 control panel).
Introduction
Thank you for buying our product.
In order to get the best performance out of the plant and ensure the
maximum lifespan of its parts, the use and maintenance instruc-
tions contained in this manual must be read and strictly complied
with, as well as the safety instructions contained in the rele-
vant folder. If repairs to the plant are required, we recommend that
our clients contact our service centre workshops, as they have the
necessary equipment and personnel that are specifically trained
and constantly updated.
All our machines and equipment are constantly developed and so
changes may be made in terms of their construction and features.
For further information on our products or to contact CEA, go to a
CEA authorised dealer or to CEA’s website at www.ceaweld.com.