OFF
ON
The machine is turned ON.
VRD OFF condition: A welding is
running and the VRD device is
disabled. Presence of current at
the output leads, the voltage
value may be over the VRD limit.
This permanent LED condition,
showed at idle (no-welding time),
indicates a machine damage.
OFF
OFF
The machine is turned OFF
and/or the input cord could be
disconnected from the mains.
ERROR condition: With the
Power Switch turned ON and the
input cord properly connected to
a "live" main supply, this LED
condition indicates a machine
damage.
ON
ON
ERROR condition: This LED
condition indicates a machine
damage.
E.
Positive Quick Disconnect: Positive output
connector for the welding circuit.
F.
Negative Quick Disconnect: Negative output
connector for the welding circuit.
G. Power Switch: It
turns ON / OFF
the input power to
the machine.
H. Input cable: This
machine is
provided with a
plugged input
cord. Connect it
to the mains.
I.
Fan: This
machine has a
F.A.N. (Fan As
Needed) circuitry
inside: the fan is
automatically turned ON or OFF. This feature
reduces the amount of dirt which can be drawn
inside the machine and reduces power
consumption. The F.A.N. operates in different
modes, it depends by the machine type and by the
selected weld:
•
V145-S CE (STICK mode): When the machine
is turned ON the fan will turn ON. The fan will
continue to run whenever the machine is
welding. If the machine doesn't weld for more
than five minutes, the fan will turn OFF.
Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)
This machine has been designed in accordance with all relevant directives and standards. However, it may still generate
electromagnetic disturbances that can affect other systems like telecommunications (telephone, radio, and television) or
other safety systems. These disturbances can cause safety problems in the affected systems. Read and understand
this section to eliminate or reduce the amount of electromagnetic disturbance generated by this machine.
All manuals and user guides at all-guides.com
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•
V145-S CE (TIG mode), V145-S CE (12V) and
AUSTRALIA (STICK and TIG modes): When
the machine is turned ON the fan is OFF. The
fan will turn ON only when a weld is started and
it will continue to run whenever the machine is
welding. If the machine doesn't weld for more
than five minutes, the fan will turn OFF.
Maintenance
WARNING
For any maintenance or repair operations it is
recommended to contact the nearest technical service
center or Lincoln Electric.
performed by unauthorized service centers or personnel
will null and void the manufacturers warranty.
The frequency of the maintenance operations may vary
in accordance with the working environment. Any
noticeable damage should be reported immediately.
•
Check cables and connections integrity. Replace, if
necessary.
•
Keep clean the machine. Use a soft dry cloth to
clean the external case, especially the airflow inlet /
outlet louvers.
WARNING
Do not open this machine and do not introduce anything
into its openings. Power supply must be disconnected
from the machine before each maintenance and service.
After each repair, perform proper tests to ensure safety.
Maintenance or repairs
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