CIGWELD 550i - User Manual

A-10625
350i
Operating Manual
Revision: AE Issue Date: May 7, 2013 Manual No.: 0-5205
Operating Features:
TRANSMIG
MULTI PROCESS
WELDING INVERTER
450i
550i

Summary

ARC WELDING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS

Arc Welding Hazards and Precautions

Details dangers like electric shock, arc rays, noise, and essential safety measures.

Principal Safety Standards and Compliance

Lists key safety standards and regulatory compliance for welding operations.

Declaration of Conformity

Confirms product adherence to relevant directives and national standards.

INTRODUCTION TO TRANSMIG WELDER

How To Use This Manual

Guide to understanding manual annotations (WARNING, CAUTION, NOTE) for safe operation.

Equipment Identification and Receipt

Instructions for locating identification numbers and checking equipment upon delivery.

Symbol Chart

Visual reference for symbols used on the welding equipment and controls.

Product Description and Features

Overview of the Transmig 350i, 450i, 550i multi-process welding inverter.

User Responsibility and Transport

Outlines user duties, maintenance, and safe methods for moving the unit.

Packaged Items and Duty Cycle

Lists included components and explains the welding power source duty cycle.

Technical Specifications

Details electrical, physical, and performance specifications for the welder.

Gouging and Optional Accessories

Gouging specs for 550i and list of available optional accessories.

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND SETUP

Environment and Location Guidelines

Specifies suitable operating environments and placement for the welding unit.

Power Supply and EMC Requirements

Covers mains voltage, electrical connections, and electromagnetic compatibility.

Power Source Controls and Features

Detailed explanation of front panel controls, indicators, and operational modes.

Shielding Gas Regulator Operation

Safe procedures for connecting and using shielding gas regulators.

Welding Process Setup Guides

Step-by-step setup for MIG (Shielded/Gasless), TIG, Stick, and Gouging.

BASIC WELDING GUIDE

MIG;FCAW Welding Techniques

Fundamental techniques for Gas Metal Arc and Flux Cored Arc welding.

MIG;FCAW Welding Troubleshooting

Solutions for common problems like porosity and inconsistent wire feed.

Stick (MMAW) Welding Techniques

Core techniques for Manual Metal Arc welding, including material effects.

Stick (MMAW) Welding Troubleshooting

Solutions for common issues encountered during Stick welding operations.

TIG (GTAW) Welding Techniques

Essential techniques and parameters for Gas Tungsten Arc welding.

TIG (GTAW) Welding Problems

Troubleshooting common issues encountered in TIG welding processes.

POWER SOURCE PROBLEMS AND ROUTINE SERVICE

Power Source; Wirefeeder Faults

Identifies common faults and provides troubleshooting steps for the unit.

Service, Calibration, and Maintenance

Outlines schedules and procedures for inspection, testing, and calibration.

KEY SPARE PARTS

Power Source Components

Lists and illustrates key internal spare parts for the welding power source.

VOLT;AMPERE CURVES

Volt;Amp Performance Curves

Graphical representation of output voltage vs. current for welding processes.

CIRCUIT DIAGRAM

Electrical Circuit Schematics

Detailed schematic of the welding unit's internal circuitry and connections.

LIMITED WARRANTY TERMS

Warranty Schedule and Conditions

Details warranty periods for power source components and accessories.

CIGWELD 550i Specifications

General

Brand	CIGWELD
Model	550i
Category	Welding System
Language	English