Thermal Arc LM-200 ARCMASTER User Manual

Version No: 1 Issue Date: May 22, 2006 Manual No.: 0-4943B
Operating Features:
INVERTER ARC WELDER
SMAW
1/3
PHASE
208
V
230
V
460
V
LM-200
Service Manual
ARCMASTER

Thermal Arc LM-200 ARCMASTER Specifications

General

Input Frequency	50/60 Hz
Output Amperage Range	5 - 200 A
Duty Cycle	60% at 200A
Input Voltage	230V
Input Phase	Single Phase
Rated Output	200 A
Welding Process	SMAW (Stick)

Summary

General Information

Notes, Cautions and Warnings

Important safety notes and warnings for users.

Important Safety Precautions

Key safety guidelines for operating the equipment.

Publications

List of related publications for further reference.

Documents De Reference

References to other relevant documents.

Introduction and Description

Product Overview and Diagrams

Description of the LM-200 and its functional block diagrams.

Installation and Setup

Guidelines for transporting, installing, and locating the unit.

Electrical Input and Specifications

Details on input voltage, power, specifications, and duty cycle.

Operator Controls

Front Panel Controls

Details on physical controls, terminals, and switches on the front panel.

Welding Parameter Settings

How to adjust weld voltage, current, and other parameters.

Remote Control Features

Information on using remote control sockets and switches.

Power Source Features

Unit features like self-diagnosis and save/load functionality.

Sequence of Operation

Welding Process Setup

Steps for setting up STICK, LIFT TIG, and MIG welding processes.

Control Functions

Usage of Contactor, Remote, LED displays, Save/Load, Knob, and Buttons.

Routine Maintenance

Routine Maintenance

Procedures for cleaning and inspection of the unit.

Basic Trouble Shooting

MIG Welding Troubleshooting

Common issues and solutions for MIG welding.

TIG Welding Troubleshooting

Common issues and solutions for TIG welding.

Stick Welding Troubleshooting

Common issues and solutions for Stick welding.

Voltage Reduction Device (VRD)

VRD Specification

Technical specifications for the Voltage Reduction Device.

VRD Maintenance

Maintenance procedures for the VRD.

Switching VRD On/Off

Instructions on how to enable or disable the VRD.

Power Source Error Codes

Power Source Error Codes

List and explanation of power source error codes.

Advanced Troubleshooting

System-Level Fault Isolation

Procedures for isolating defective subsystems.

Opening the Enclosure

Step-by-step instructions to open the unit's enclosure.

Error Code Verification and Remedy

Troubleshooting specific error codes and their remedies.

Symbol Legend