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Thermal Arc 186 AC User Manual

Thermal Arc 186 AC
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Thermal Arc 186 AC/DC
Setup Guide
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Thermal Arc 186 AC Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandThermal Arc
Model186 AC
CategoryWelding System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

186 AC/DC Front Panel Overview

Control Panel Buttons and Indicators

Details the AC/DC Mode, Pulse, Purge buttons, Programming Parameter Indicator Lights, and Trigger Control Button.

Digital Meters

Explains the function of digital meters displaying pre-set and actual output current and voltage.

Process and Mode Selection Controls

Describes the Process Selection Button for choosing welding modes and the Multi Function Control Knob for parameter adjustment.

TIG Setup Procedure

Connect TIG Torch to Negative Terminal

Instructions for connecting the TIG Torch to the negative welding terminal using bayonet type terminals.

Connect Work Lead to Positive Terminal

Instructions for connecting the work lead to the positive welding terminal securely.

Lift TIG and HF TIG Programming Modes

Lift TIG and HF TIG Programming Modes Continued (Parameters 1)

Lift TIG and HF TIG Programming Modes Continued (Parameters 2)

Lift TIG and HF TIG Programming Modes Continued (Parameters 3)

Wave Balance Parameter

Adjusts penetration to cleaning action ratio for AC TIG welding.

Lift TIG and HF TIG Programming Modes Continued (Wave Balance)

Wave Balance Effects on Aluminum Welding

Explains how Wave Balance affects penetration and cleaning action for aluminum welding.

STICK Setup Procedure

Connect Electrode Holder

Instructions for connecting the Electrode Holder to the positive welding terminal.

Connect Work Lead

Instructions for connecting the work lead to the negative welding terminal.

STICK Programming Modes

Mode and Parameter Adjustment

Instructions for toggling AC/DC mode, cycling through functions, and adjusting parameters with the Multi Function Control.

STICK Programming Modes Continued (Parameters)

Setup Chart and Guidelines

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