Tweco 160 TS Arcmaster - Manual (Page 23)

ARCMASTER ® 160TS
March 31, 2006 3-1
SECTION 3:
OPERATOR CONTROLS
3.01 ArcMaster 160TS Controls
Figure 4 – ArcMaster 160TS Power Source
1. Control Knob
This control sets the selected weld parameter, rotating it
clockwise increases the parameter and is indicated on
the digital meter. Pushing the knob inward displays the
actual welding voltage.
2. Remote Control Socket
The 8 pin Remote Control Socket is used to connect
remote current control devices to the welding Power
Source. To make connections, align keyway, insert plug,
and rotate threaded collar fully clockwise.
Gnd.
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
2 1
5 4 3
8 7 6
5k Ohms
Front view of 8-Socket Receptacle
Socket Pin Function
1 Earth (Ground)
2
Torch Switch Input (24V) to energize weld current.
(Connect pins 2 & 3 to turn on welding current)
3
Torch Switch Input (0V) to energize weld current
(connect pins 2 & 3 to turn on welding current)
4
Connect pin 4 to pin 8 to instruct machine that a remote current control device is
connected (12V DC supply)
5 5k ohm (maximum) connection to 5k ohm remote control potentiometer
6 Zero ohm (minimum) connection to 5k ohm remote control potentiometer
7 Wiper arm connection to 5k ohm remote control potentiometer
8
Connect pin 4 to pin 8 to instruct machine that a remote current control device is
connected (0V)