SUNSTONE AC 5.0 kVA - Introduction; Welder Setup

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INTRODUCTION
Sunstone Engineering offers 2.2kVA, 5.0kVA, and 15.0kVA AC welders. These units can be very effective
for a large variety of applications. All models are capable of performing single spots, roll-spots, or true seam
welds. The 2.2kVA is designed for lower powered welds, where part thicknesses are not too thick. The
5.0kVA and the 15kVA models have additional power capabilities to give additional renement and control for
pieces that are much thicker.
WELDER SETUP
VOLTAGE AND POWER REQUIREMENTS
Ensure that you have the proper electrical wiring requirements for the welder. The 2.2kVA and 5.0kVA come
wired for 240VAC and 15.0kVA comes wired for 415VAC.
SETTING UP THE WELDER
Setting up the AC welder is a quick and simple process. Take care and follow the step-by-step instructions to
avoid injury and harm to yourself and to the equipment.
1. Unbox the contents
2. Connect the Positive and Negative leads of your hand-held attachment to their matching ports on the side
of the welder.
• The 2.2kVA has two 10mm silver plated Multilam secondary sockets
• The 5.0kVA and 15kVA have a 16mm terminal for the hand attachment, and an 18mm terminal for the
grounding clip. Ensure that the leads are connected to the appropriate terminals.
3. Connect the foot pedal or trigger switch to the welder.
4. Ensure that you have the proper electrical wiring requirements for the welder.
• The 2.2kVA comes wired for 240VAC.
• The 5.0kVA comes wired for 240VAC.
• The 15kVA comes wired for 415VAC.
5. Plug-in the welder.