ESAB EMP 215ic User manual

Instruction manual
0463 407 001 GB 20170123
Valid for: serial no. EMP215ic:552-xxx-xxxx,
EMS215ic:612-xxx-xxxx, EM215ic:623-xxx-xxxx
EMP 215ic, EMS 215ic, EM 215ic

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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1SAFETY PRECAUTIONS .............................................................................. 4
1.1 Meaning of symbols ................................................................................. 4
1.2 Safety guidance and information............................................................ 4
1.3 User responsibility ................................................................................... 9
2INTRODUCTION............................................................................................ 11
2.1 Equipment ................................................................................................. 12
3TECHNICAL DATA ........................................................................................ 14
4INSTALLATION.............................................................................................. 18
4.1 Location..................................................................................................... 18
4.2 Lifting instructions ................................................................................... 18
4.3 Mains supply............................................................................................. 19
4.3.1 Recommended fuse sizes and minimum cable area.............................. 19
4.3.2 Connecting the power source to input supply ........................................ 20
5OPERATION .................................................................................................. 21
5.1 Connections.............................................................................................. 22
5.2 Connection of welding and return cables .............................................. 23
5.3 Polarity change......................................................................................... 23
5.4 Inserting and replacing wire.................................................................... 23
5.5 Setting the wire feed pressure ................................................................ 25
5.6 Changing the feed/pressure rollers ........................................................ 25
5.7 Shielding gas ............................................................................................ 26
5.8 Volt-Ampere curves.................................................................................. 27
5.9 Duty cycle ................................................................................................. 29
5.10 Overheating protection ............................................................................ 30
6CONTROL PANEL......................................................................................... 31
6.1 How to navigate - EMP and EMS............................................................. 31
6.1.1 Main menu.............................................................................................. 31
6.1.2 sMIG mode............................................................................................. 32
6.1.3 Manual MIG mode.................................................................................. 32
6.1.4 Flux cored wire mode ............................................................................. 32
6.1.5 Stick mode.............................................................................................. 33
6.1.6 LIFT-TIG mode (EMP 215ic only)........................................................... 33
6.1.7 Settings .................................................................................................. 33
6.1.8 User manual information ........................................................................ 34
6.1.9 Icon reference guide............................................................................... 34
6.2 How to navigate - EM 215ic ..................................................................... 36
6.2.1 Symbol reference EM 215ic ................................................................... 36
7MAINTENANCE............................................................................................. 38
7.1 Routine maintenance ............................................................................... 38
7.2 Power source and wire feeder maintenance ......................................... 38
7.3 Torch and liner maintenance................................................................... 39
8TROUBLESHOOTING ................................................................................... 40

TABLE OF CONTENTS
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9ORDERING SPARE PARTS .......................................................................... 41
MIG WELD PARAMETER CHART ....................................................................... 42
FRACTION TO DECIMAL CONVERSION ........................................................... 44
DIAGRAM ............................................................................................................. 45
ORDERING NUMBERS........................................................................................ 46
WEAR PARTS....................................................................................................... 47
ACCESSORIES .................................................................................................... 49
REPLACEMENTS PARTS.................................................................................... 50
Rights reserved to alter specifications without notice.

1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
1.1 Meaning of symbols
As used throughout this manual: Means Attention! Be Alert!
DANGER!
Means immediate hazards which, if not avoided, will result in immediate,
serious personal injury or loss of life.
WARNING!
Means potential hazards which could result in personal injury or loss of
life.
CAUTION!
Means hazards which could result in minor personal injury.
1.2 Safety guidance and information
WARNING!
Before use, read and understand the instruction manual
and follow all labels, employer´s safety practices and Safety
Data Sheets (SDSs).
WARNING!
These Safety Precautions are for your protection. They summarize precautionary
information from the references listed in Additional Safety Information section.
Before performing any installation or operating procedures, be sure to read and
follow the safety precautions listed below as well as all other manuals, material
safety data sheets, labels, etc. Failure to observe Safety Precautions can result in
injury or death.
PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS
Some welding, cutting and gouging processes are noisy and require
ear protection. The arc, like the sun, emits ultraviolet (UV) and other
radiation and can injure skin and eyes. Hot metal can cause burns.
Training in the proper use of the processes and equipment is essential
to prevent accidents. Therefore:
1. Wear a welding helmet fitted with a proper shade of filter to protect your face and eyes
when welding or watching.
2. Always wear safety glasses with side shields in any work area, even if welding
helmets, face shields and/or goggles are also required.
3. Use a face shield fitted with the correct filter and cover plates to protect your eyes,
face, neck and ears from sparks and rays of the arc when operating or observing
operations. Warn bystanders not to watch the arc and not to expose themselves to the
rays of the electric-arc or hot metal.

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4. Wear flameproof gauntlet type gloves, heavy long-sleeve shirt, cuff less trousers,
high-topped shoes and a welding helmet or cap for personal protection; in order to
protect against arc rays and hot sparks or hot metal. A flameproof apron may also be
desirable as additional protection against radiated heat and sparks.
5. Hot sparks or metal can lodge in rolled up sleeves, trouser cuffs, or pockets. Sleeves
and collars should be kept buttoned (closed) and open pockets should be eliminated
from the front of clothing.
6. Protect other personnel from arc rays and hot sparks with a suitable non-flammable
partition or curtains. Post warning signs advising others not to watch the welding arc
or be in direct exposure to the active arc without proper protection.
7. Use goggles or face shields over safety glasses when chipping slag or grinding.
Chipped slag may be hot and can fly far. Bystanders should also wear goggles over
safety glasses.
FIRES AND EXPLOSIONS
Heat from flames and arcs can start fires. Hot slag or sparks can also
cause fires and explosions. Therefore:
1. Protect yourself and others from flying sparks and hot metal.
2. Remove all combustible materials well away from the work area or cover the materials
with an approved protective non-flammable covering. Combustible materials include
wood, cloth, sawdust, liquid and gas fuels, solvents, paints and coatings paper, etc.
3. Hot sparks or hot metal can fall through cracks or crevices in floors or wall openings
and cause a hidden smoldering fire or fires on the floor below. Make certain that such
openings are protected from hot sparks and metal.
4. Follow the “hot work” procedures for the location. This can include a fire watch person
who monitors the sparks during the work, the requirement for a formal work permit and
the surveillance of the scene for an extended period of time to ensure no smoldering
fires are developing.
5. Do not weld, cut or perform other hot work until the work piece has been completely
cleaned so that there are no substances on or in the work piece which might produce
flammable or toxic vapors. Do not do hot work on closed containers, they may
explode.
6. Have fire extinguishing equipment handy for instant use, such as a garden hose,
water pail, sand bucket, or portable fire extinguisher. Be sure you are trained in its
use.
7. Do not use equipment beyond its ratings. For example, an overloaded welding cable
can overheat and create a fire hazard.
8. After completing operations, inspect the work area to make certain there are no hot
sparks or hot metal which could cause a later fire. Use fire watchers when necessary.
ELECTRICAL SHOCK
Contact with live electrical parts and ground can cause severe injury
or death. DO NOT use AC welding current in damp areas, if movement
is confined, or if there is danger of falling. Therefore:
1. Be sure the power source frame (chassis) is connected to the ground system of the
input power. All ground points should be verified with periodic testing by an electrician.
2. Connect the workpiece to a good electrical ground.
3. Connect the work cable to the workpiece. A poor or missing connection can expose
you or others to a fatal shock.
4. Use well-maintained equipment. Replace worn or damaged cables.
5. Keep everything dry, including clothing, work area, cables, torch/electrode holder and
power source.

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6. Make sure that all parts of your body are insulated from both the work and from the
ground.
7. Do not stand directly on metal or the earth while working in tight quarters or a damp
area; stand on an effective insulation layer, such as dry boards, an insulating platform
and wear rubber-soled shoes.
8. Put on dry, hole-free gloves before turning on the power.
9. Turn off the power before removing your gloves.
10. Refer to ANSI/ASC Standard Z49.1 for specific grounding recommendations. Do not
mistake the work lead for a ground cable.
ELECTRIC AND MAGNETIC FIELDS
May be dangerous. Electric current flowing through any conductor
causes localized Electric and Magnetic Fields (EMF). Welding and
cutting current creates EMF around welding cables and welding
machines. Therefore:
1. Welders having medical pacemakers should consult their physician before welding.
EMF may interfere with some pacemakers.
2. Exposure to EMF may have other health effects which are unknown.
3. Welders should use the following procedures to minimize exposure to EMF:
a) Route the electrode and work cables together. Secure them with tape when
possible.
b) Never coil the torch or work cable around your body.
c) Do not place your body between the torch and work cables. Route cables
together on the same side of your body.
d) Connect the work cable to the workpiece as close as possible to the area being
welded.
e) Keep welding power source and cables as far away from your body as possible.
FUMES AND GASES
Fumes and gases, can cause discomfort or harm, particularly in
confined spaces. Shielding gases can cause asphyxiation. Therefore:
1. Keep your head out of the fumes, smoke and vapors. Do not breathe the smoke,
fumes and gases that are generated by welding processes.
2. Always provide adequate ventilation in the work area by natural or mechanical means.
Do not weld, cut or gouge on materials such as galvanized steel, stainless steel,
copper, zinc, lead beryllium or cadmium unless positive mechanical ventilation is
provided. Do not breathe fumes from these materials.
3. Orient the ventilation to draw smoke, fumes and vapors in a direction away from the
welding operator. Position ventilation suction to pull welding fumes and smoke from
the far side of the work if possible
4. Provide general ventilation for the surrounding work area if workers or other persons
beyond the immediate work area may be exposed to significant welding fumes.
Monitor the fugitive fumes and smoke for potential collateral exposures. Install
appropriate ventilation controls or cease surrounding activity if fumes become an
exposure issue outside of the immediate work area
5. Do not operate near degreasing and spraying operations. The heat or arc can react
with chlorinated hydrocarbon vapors or liquids to form phosgene, a highly toxic gas
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6. If you develop momentary eye, nose or throat irritation while operating, this is an
indication that ventilation is not adequate. Stop work and take necessary steps to
improve ventilation in the work area. Do not continue to operate if physical discomfort
persists.
7. Respiratory protection is required if worker respiratory exposures to fumes exceed
recommended thresholds. Those thresholds can only be accurately measured through
standardized industrial hygiene sampling protocols. Seek the assistance of specialists
if your work causes respiratory exposures or you have other exposure concerns.
8. Refer to ANSI/ASC Standard Z49.1 for specific ventilation recommendations.
9. WARNING: This product when used for welding or cutting, typically produces fumes or
gases which contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects
and in some cases cancer (California Health & Safety Code §25249.5 et seq.)
CYLINDER HANDLING
Cylinders, if mishandled, can rupture and violently release gas. A
sudden rupture of the cylinder valve or relief device can injure or kill.
Therefore:
1. Locate cylinders away from heat, sparks and flames.
2. Inspect all connections before use to detect and correct any leaks or system defects.
Use soapy water as a test if you suspect a leak but have difficulty confirming its
location or existence.
3. Never strike an arc on a cylinder. Handle cylinders with care and avoid jolts and
impacts to cylinders; regardless if they are empty, partial or full.
4. Secure all cylinders in a way that prevents them from falling and potentially doing
damage to the valve, regulator or attachments. Typically, this requires the use of a
secure strap or chain at an appropriate height that helps to prevent the cylinder from
falling over.
5. Use the proper gas for the process and use the proper pressure reducing regulator
designed to operate from the compressed gas cylinder. Do not use adaptors. Maintain
hoses and fittings in good condition. Follow manufacturer's operating instructions for
mounting regulator to a compressed gas cylinder.
6. Never secure cylinders to work tables or fixtures where they may become part of an
electrical circuit.
7. When not in use, keep cylinder valves closed. Have valve protection cap in place if
regulator is not connected. Secure and move cylinders by using suitable hand trucks.
MOVING PARTS
Moving parts, such as fans, rotors and belts can cause injury.
Therefore:
1. Keep all doors, panels, guards and covers closed and securely in place.
2. Stop engine or drive systems before installing or connecting unit.
3. Have only qualified people remove covers for maintenance and troubleshooting as
necessary
4. To prevent accidental starting of equipment during service, disconnect negative (-)
battery cable from battery. Monitor the battery to prevent accidental reconnection
before the work is done and the area is clear for restarting.
5. Keep hands, hair, loose clothing and tools away from moving parts. Do not use gloves
near moving parts.
6. Reinstall panels or covers and close doors when service is finished and before starting
engine.

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WARNING!
FALLING EQUIPMENT CAN INJURE
• Only use lifting eye to lift unit. Do NOT use running gear, gas cylinders or
any other accessories.
• Use equipment of adequate capacity to lift and support unit.
• If using lift forks to move unit, be sure forks are long enough to extend
beyond opposite side of unit.
• Keep cables and cords away from moving vehicles and moving
equipment when working from an aerial location.
WARNING!
EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE
Faulty or improperly maintained equipment can cause injury or death.
Therefore:
1. Always have qualified personnel perform the installation, troubleshooting
and maintenance work. Do not perform any electrical work unless you
are qualified to perform such work.
2. Before performing any maintenance work inside a power source,
disconnect the power source from the incoming electrical power.
3. Maintain cables, grounding wire, connections, power cord and power
supply in safe working order. Do not operate any equipment in faulty
condition.
4. Do not abuse any equipment or accessories. Keep equipment away from
heat sources such as furnaces, wet conditions such as water puddles, oil
or grease, corrosive atmospheres and inclement weather.
5. Keep all safety devices and cabinet covers in position and in good repair.
6. Use equipment only for its intended purpose. Do not modify it in any
manner.
CAUTION!
ADDITIONAL SAFETY INFORMATION
For more information on safe practices for electric arc welding and cutting
equipment, ask your supplier for a copy of “Precautions and Safe Practices
for Arc Welding, Cutting and Gouging”, Form 52-529.
The following publications are recommended to you:
1. ANSI/ASC Z49.1 - “Safety in Welding and Cutting”
2. AWS C5.5 - “Recommended Practices for Gas Tungsten Arc Welding”
3. AWS C5.6 - “Recommended Practices for Gas Metal Arc welding”
4. AWS SP - “Safe practices” - Reprint, Welding Handbook
5. ANSI/AWS F4.1 - “Recommended Safe Practices for Welding and
Cutting of Containers That Have Held Hazardous Substances”
6. OSHA 29 CFR 1910 - "Safety and health standards"
7. CSA W117.2 - "Code for safety in welding and cutting"
8. NFPA Standard 51B, “Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and
Other Hot Work"
9. CGA Standard P-1, “Precautions for Safe Handling of Compressed
Gases in Cylinders”
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ANSI Z87.1, "Occupational and Educational Personal Eye and Face
Protection Devices"

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1.3 User responsibility
Users of ESAB equipment have the ultimate responsibility for ensuring that anyone who
works on or near the equipment observes all the relevant safety precautions. Safety
precautions must meet or exceed the standard requirements that apply to this type of
equipment. The following recommendations should be observed in addition to the standard
regulations that apply to the workplace.
All work must be carried out by trained personnel well-acquainted with the operation of the
equipment. Incorrect operation of the equipment may lead to hazardous situations which can
result in injury to the operator and damage to the equipment.
1. Anyone who uses the equipment must be familiar with:
○ its operation
○ location of emergency stops and safety features
○ its function
○ relevant safety precautions
○ welding and cutting methods or other applicable operation of the equipment
2. The operator must ensure that:
○ no unauthorised person is stationed within the working area of the equipment
when it is started up
○ no-one is unprotected when the arc is struck or work is started with the
equipment
3. The workplace must:
○ be suitable for the purpose
○ be free from drafts to the extent possible, in order to maintain effective
ventilation and the control of welding fumes and work byproducts
4. Personal safety equipment:
○ Always wear recommended personal safety equipment, such as safety glasses,
flame-proof clothing, safety gloves
○ Do not wear loose-fitting items, such as scarves, bracelets, rings, etc., which
could become trapped or cause burns
5. General precautions:
○ Make sure the return cable is connected securely
○ Work on high voltage equipment may only be carried out by a qualified
electrician
○ Appropriate fire extinguishing equipment must be clearly marked and close at
hand
○ Lubrication and maintenance must not be carried out on the equipment during
operation
WARNING!
Arc welding and cutting can be injurious to yourself and others. Take precautions
when welding and cutting. Ask for your employer's safety practices which should
be based on manufacturers' hazard data.

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ELECTRIC SHOCK - Can kill
• Install and earth the unit in accordance with applicable standards
• Do not touch live electrical parts or electrodes with bare skin, wet
gloves or wet clothing
• Insulate yourself from earth and the work piece
• Ensure your working position is safe
FUMES AND GASES - Can be dangerous to health
• Keep your head out of the fumes
• Use ventilation, extraction at the arc, or both, to take fumes and
gases away from your breathing zone and the general area
ARC RAYS - Can injure eyes and burn skin
• Protect your eyes and body. Use the correct welding darkening
screen and filter lens and wear protective clothing
• Protect bystanders with suitable screens or curtains
FIRE HAZARD
• Sparks (spatter) can cause fire. Make sure therefore that there are no
flammable/combustible materials nearby
• Take steps to monitor the work for fugitive sparks that could cause a
fire, either immediately or after smoldering over time
NOISE - Excessive noise can damage hearing
Protect your ears. Use earmuffs or other hearing protection with the
appropriate level of noise reduction/hearing protection.
MALFUNCTION - Call for expert assistance in the event of malfunction.
PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS!
WARNING!
Do not use the power source for thawing frozen pipes.
CAUTION!
This product is solely intended for arc welding.
ESAB has an assortment of welding accessories and personal protection equipment
for purchase. For ordering information contact your local ESAB dealer or visit us on
our website.

2 INTRODUCTION
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2 INTRODUCTION
The ESAB EMP, EMS and EM product family are a new generation of Multi-process, MIG,
Stick & Lift-TIG (EMP) MIG & Stick (EMS) and MIG only (EM) welding power sources.
The EMP 215ic, EMS 215ic and EM 215ic power sources are designed to match the needs of
the user. They are tough, durable and portable, providing excellent arc performance across a
variety of welding applications.
EMS and EMP feature a 4.3" (11cm) color TFT user interface display which provides quick
and easy selection of weld process and parameters, suitable for both newly trained and
intermediate level users. For more advanced users a number of functions could be
introduced and customized to give maximum flexibility.
Exclusive to ESAB, sMIG provides users with excellent short circuit transfer arc
characteristics.
The EM, EMS and EMP family connects to 120V-230V,1~50/60Hz input power supplies,
supplied by mains or generator power. Incorporating a PFC (Power Factor Correction) circuit
significantly increases power efficiency.
Key features:
• Excellent MIG/Stick characteristics
• Excellent multi-process welding capabilities (MIG/Stick (EMS series), MIG/Stick and
Lift/TIG (EMP series))
• Automatic recognition of input power with PFC (120V-230V)
• Large 4.3" (11cm) high resolution customizable user interface (EMS and EMP only)
• Rugged case design and internal hardware
• Portable
• High grade cast aluminium wire drive system provides excellent control of drive roll
geometry ensuring smooth, precise wire feeding
• Professional high grade accessories

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2.1 Equipment
Package consists of the following:
EMP series
• ESAB EMP 215ic power source
• Tweco Fusion™ 180 Amp MIG torch w/10ft (3m) cable / Tweco® pigtail w/(qty 1 ea
contact tip .023" (0.6mm), .030" (0.8mm), .035" (0.9mm) w/Operator manual all in
one bag
• Tweco® 17V TIG torch 12.5 ft (3.8 m), 8 pin and accessory kit
• Victor® GF-250-50-580 argon flowgauge regulator
• Gas hose, 6.5ft (2m) Male 5/8-18UNF
• Tweco® 200 Amp electrode holder & lead assembly, 13ft (4m), 50mm dinse
• Tweco® 200 Amp ground clamp & lead assembly, 10ft (3m), 50mm dinse
• 1 bag of 4 general purpose stick electrodes (E6013, 1/8"),
• ER70S-6, .030”, 2lb, 4” (100mm) bobbin
• Drive roll, .023"/.030" (0.6/0.8mm) V-groove for mild steel and stainless wires
(Installed on drive system)
• Drive roll, .023"/.035" (0.6/0.9mm) V-groove for mild steel and stainless wires
• Drive roll, .030"/.035" (0.8/0.9mm) V-knurled for flux cored wires
• Contact tips, 1 ea, .023" (0.6mm), .030" (0.8mm), .035" (0.9mm)
• Thickness gauge tool
• Power adapter (230V to 120V, 15A)
• Safety manual
• CD (Contains instruction manual - English/French/Spanish, and optional accessory
product datasheets)
• Welding chart (French) Milar
• Quick start guide
EMS series
• ESAB EMS 215ic power source
• Tweco Fusion™ 180 Amp MIG torch w/10 ft (3 m) cable / Tweco® pigtail w/(qty 1 ea
contact tip .023" (0.6mm), .030" (0.8mm), .035" (0.9mm) w/Operator manual all in
one bag
• Victor® GF-250-50-580 argon flowgauge regulator
• Gas hose, 6.5ft (2m) Male 5/8-18UNF
• Tweco® 200 Amp electrode holder & lead assembly, 13ft (4m), 50mm dinse
• Tweco® 200 Amp ground clamp & lead assembly, 10ft (3m), 50mm dinse
• 1 bag of 4 general purpose stick electrodes (E6013, 1/8"),
• ER70S-6, .030”, 2lb, 4” (100mm) bobbin
• Drive roll, .023"/.030" (0.6/0.8mm) V-groove for mild steel and stainless wires
(Installed on drive system)
• Drive roll, .023"/.035" (0.6/0.9mm) V-groove for mild steel and stainless wires
• Drive roll, .030"/.035" (0.8/0.9mm) V-knurled for flux cored wires
• Contact tips, 1ea, .023" (0.6mm), .030" (0.8mm), .035" (0.9mm)
• Power adapter (230V to 120V, 15A)
• Safety manual
• CD (Contains instruction manual - English/French/Spanish, and optional accessory
product datasheets)
• Welding chart (French) Milar
• Quick start guide

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EM series
• ESAB EM 215ic power source
• Tweco Fusion™ 180 Amp MIG torch w/10ft (3m) cable / Tweco® pigtail w/(qty 1 ea
contact tip .023in. (0.6mm), .030in. (0.8mm), .035in. (0.9mm) w/Operator manual
all in one bag
• Victor® GF-250-50-580 argon flowgauge regulator
• Gas hose, 6.5ft (2m) Male 5/8-18UNF
• Tweco® 200 Amp ground clamp & lead assembly, 10ft (3m), 50mm dinse
• ER70S-6, .030”, 2lb, 4” (100mm) bobbin
• Drive roll, .023in./.030in. (0.6/0.8mm) V-groove for mild steel and stainless wires
(Installed on drive system)
• Drive roll, .023in./.035in. (0.6/0.9mm) V-groove for mild steel and stainless wires
• Drive roll, .030in./.035in. (0.8/0.9mm) V-knurled for flux cored wires
• Contact tips, 1 ea, .023in. (0.6mm), .030in. (0.8mm), .035in. (0.9mm)
• Thickness gauge tool
• Power adapter (230V to 120V, 15A)
• Safety manual
• CD (Contains instruction manual - English/French/Spanish, and optional accessory
product datasheets)
• Welding chart (French) Milar
• Quick start guide

3 TECHNICAL DATA
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3 TECHNICAL DATA
EMP 215ic
Voltage 230 V, 1 ~ 50/60 Hz 120 V, 1 ~ 50/60 Hz
Primary current
Imax. GMAW - MIG 30 A (27.6A @25% duty
cycle)
Breaker 20 A: 28.6 A
Breaker 15 A: 20.3 A
Imax. GTAW - TIG 19 A Breaker 15 A: 20.8 A
Imax. SMAW - Stick 25 A Breaker 15 A: 20.8 A
Ieff. GMAW - MIG
14 A
Breaker 20 A: 18.0 A
Breaker 15 A: 14.6 A
Ieff. GTAW - TIG 10 A Breaker 15 A: 14.7 A
Ieff. SMAW - Stick 13 A Breaker 15 A: 14.7 A
Permissible load at GMAW - MIG
100% duty cycle 110 A / 19.5 V Breaker 15 A: 75 A / 17.75 V
Breaker 20 A: 90 A / 18.5 V
60% duty cycle 125 A / 20.25 V Breaker 15 A: 90 A / 18.5 V
Breaker 20 A: 110 A / 19.5 V
40% duty cycle 150 A / 21.5 V Breaker 15 A: 100 A / 19 V
25% duty cycle 205 A / 24.25 V -
20% duty cycle - Breaker 20 A: 130 A / 20.5 V
Setting range (DC) 15 A / 14.75 V -
235A/26.0V
15 A / 14.75 V -
130A/20.5V
Permissible load at GTAW - TIG
100% duty cycle 110 A / 14.4 V 100 A / 14 V
60% duty cycle 125 A / 15 V 120 A / 14.8 V
40% duty cycle - 130 A / 15.2 V
30% duty cycle 180 A / 17.2 V -
Setting range (DC) 5 A / 10.2 V - 200A/18V 5 A / 10.2 V - 200A/18.0V
Permissible load at SMAW - Stick
100% duty cycle 100 A / 24 V 65 A / 22.6 V
60% duty cycle 125 A / 25 V 80 A / 23.2 V
40% duty cycle - 85A / 23.4V
25% duty cycle 180 A / 27.2 V -
Setting range (DC) 16 A / 20.6 V - 180A/27.2V 16 A / 20.6 V - 130A/25.2V
Open circuit voltage (OCV)
VRD deactivated 68 V 68 V
VRD activated 35V 35V
Efficiency 86% 84%
Power factor 0.98 0.99

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EMP 215ic
Wire feed speed 80-475 in./min (2-12.1m/min) 80-475 in./min (2-12.1m/min)
Wire diameter
Mild steel solid wire .023” (0.6 mm) - .035”
(0.9mm)
.023” (0.6 mm) - .035”
(0.9mm)
Stainless steel solid wire .030” (0.8 mm) - .035”
(0.9mm)
.030” (0.8 mm) - .035”
(0.9mm)
Flux cored wire .030” (0.8 mm) - .045”
(1.1mm)
.030” (0.8 mm) - .045”
(1.1mm)
Aluminium .030” (0.8 mm) - 3/64"
(1.2mm)
.030” (0.8 mm) - 3/64"
(1.2mm)
Bobbin size Ø 4”- 8” (100-200 mm) Ø 4”- 8” (100-200 mm)
Dimensions l×w×h 23.0” (548mm) ×9.0”
(229mm) ×16.0” (406mm)
23.0” (548mm) ×9.0”
(229mm) ×16.0” (406mm)
Weight 40 lbs (18.2 kg) 40 lbs (18.2 kg)
Operating temperature -14 to +104°F (-10to+40°C) -14 to +104°F (-10to+40°C)
Enclosure class IP23S IP23S
Application classification
EMS 215ic
Voltage 230 V, 1 ~ 50/60 Hz 120 V, 1 ~ 50/60 Hz
Primary current
Imax. GMAW - MIG 30 A (27.6A @25% duty
cycle)
Breaker 15 A: 20.3 A
Breaker 20 A: 28.6 A
Imax. SMAW - Stick 25 A Breaker 15 A: 20.8 A
Ieff. GMAW - MIG
14 A
Breaker 15 A: 14.6 A
Breaker 20 A: 18.0 A
Ieff. SMAW - Stick 13 A Breaker 15 A: 14.7 A
Permissible load at GMAW - MIG
100% duty cycle 110 A / 19.5 V Breaker 15 A: 75 A / 17.75 V
Breaker 20 A: 90 A / 18.5 V
60% duty cycle 125 A / 20.25 V Breaker 15 A: 90 A / 18.5 V
Breaker 20 A: 110 A / 19.5 V
40% duty cycle 150 A / 21.5 V Breaker 15 A: 100 A / 19 V
25% duty cycle 205 A / 24.25 V -
20% duty cycle - Breaker 20 A: 130 A / 20.5 V
Setting range (DC) 15 A / 14.75 V -
235A/26.0V
15 A / 14.75 V -
130A/20.5V
Permissible load at SMAW - Stick
100% duty cycle 100 A / 24 V 65 A / 22.6 V
60% duty cycle 125 A / 25 V 80 A / 23.2 V
40% duty cycle - 85A / 23.4V

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EMS 215ic
25% duty cycle 180 A / 27.2 V -
Setting range (DC) 16 A / 20.6 V - 180A/27.2V 16 A / 20.6 V - 130A/25.2V
Open circuit voltage (OCV)
VRD deactivated 68 V 68 V
VRD activated 35 V 35 V
Efficiency 86% 84%
Power factor 0.98 0.99
Wire feed speed 80-475 in./min (2-12.1m/min) 80-475 in./min (2-12.1m/min)
Wire diameter
Mild steel solid wire .023” (0.6 mm) - .035”
(0.9mm)
.023” (0.6 mm) - .035”
(0.9mm)
Stainless steel solid wire .030” (0.8 mm) - .035”
(0.9mm)
.030” (0.8 mm) - .035”
(0.9mm)
Flux cored wire .030” (0.8 mm) - .045”
(1.1mm)
.030” (0.8 mm) - .045”
(1.1mm)
Aluminium .030” (0.8 mm) - 3/64"
(1.2mm)
.030” (0.8 mm) - 3/64"
(1.2mm)
Bobbin size Ø 4”- 8” (100-200 mm) Ø 4”- 8” (100-200 mm)
Dimensions l×w×h 23.0” (548mm) ×9.0”
(229mm) ×16.0” (406mm)
23.0” (548mm) ×9.0”
(229mm) ×16.0” (406mm)
Weight 40 lbs (18.2 kg) 40 lbs (18.2 kg)
Operating temperature -14 to +104°F (-10to+40°C) -14 to +104°F (-10to+40°C)
Enclosure class IP23S IP23S
Application classification
EM 215ic
Voltage 230 V, 1 ~ 50/60 Hz 120 V, 1 ~ 50/60 Hz
Primary current
Imax. GMAW - MIG 30 A (27.6A @25% duty
cycle)
Breaker 20A: 28.6A
Breaker 15A: 20.3A
Ieff. GMAW - MIG
14 A
Breaker 15A: 14.6A
Breaker 20A: 18.0A
Permissible load at GMAW - MIG
100% duty cycle 110 A / 19.5 V Breaker 15 A: 75 A / 17.75 V
Breaker 20 A: 90 A / 18.5 V
60% duty cycle 125 A / 20.25 V Breaker 15 A: 90 A / 18.5 V
Breaker 20 A: 110 A / 19.5 V
40% duty cycle 150 A / 21.5 V Breaker 15 A: 100 A / 19 V
25% duty cycle 205 A / 24.25 V -
20% duty cycle - Breaker 20 A: 130 A / 20.5 V
Setting range (DC) 15 A / 14.75 V -
235A/26.0V
15 A / 14.75 V -
130A/20.5V

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EM 215ic
Open circuit voltage (OCV)
VRD deactivated 68 V 68 V
VRD activated 35V 35V
Efficiency 86% 84%
Power factor 0.98 0.99
Wire feed speed 80-475 in./min (2-12.1m/min) 80-475 in./min (2-12.1m/min)
Wire diameter
Mild steel solid wire .023” (0.6 mm) - .035”
(0.9mm)
.023” (0.6 mm) - .035”
(0.9mm)
Stainless steel solid wire .030” (0.8 mm) - .035”
(0.9mm)
.030” (0.8 mm) - .035”
(0.9mm)
Flux cored wire .030” (0.8 mm) - .045”
(1.1mm)
.030” (0.8 mm) - .045”
(1.1mm)
Aluminium .030” (0.8 mm) - 3/64"
(1.2mm)
.030” (0.8 mm) - 3/64"
(1.2mm)
Bobbin size Ø 4”- 8” (100-200 mm) Ø 4”- 8” (100-200 mm)
Dimensions l×w×h 23.0” (548mm) ×9.0”
(229mm) ×16.0” (406mm)
23.0” (548mm) ×9.0”
(229mm) ×16.0” (406mm)
Weight 40 lb (18.2 kg) 40 lb (18.2 kg)
Operating temperature -14 to +104°F (-10to+40°C) -14 to +104°F (-10to+40°C)
Enclosure class IP23S IP23S
Application classification
Duty cycle
The duty cycle refers to the time as a percentage of a ten-minute period that you can weld at
a certain current without overheating. The duty cycle is valid for 104°F / 40°C.
For more information se section "Duty cycle" in the OPERATION chapter.
Enclosure class
The IP code indicates the enclosure class, i.e. the degree of protection against penetration
by solid objects or water.
Equipment marked IP 23S is intended for indoor and outdoor use; however, should not be
operated in precipitation.
Application class
The symbol indicates that the power source is designed for use in areas with increased
electrical hazard.

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The installation must be carried out by a professional.
CAUTION!
This product is intended for industrial use. In a domestic environment this product
may cause radio interference. It is the user's responsibility to take adequate
precautions.
4.1 Location
Position the power source so that its cooling air inlets and outlets are not obstructed.
A. 4” (100 mm)
B. 4” (100 mm)
4.2 Lifting instructions
The power source can be lifted using any of the handles.

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Secure the equipment - particularly if the ground is
uneven or sloping.
4.3 Mains supply
The supply voltage should be 230VAC±10% or 120V±10%. Too low supply voltage may
cause poor welding performance. Too high welding supply voltage will cause components to
overheat and possibly fail. Contact the local electric utility for information about the type of
electrical service available, how proper connections should be made, and inspection
required.
The Welding power source must be:
• Correctly installed, if necessary, by a qualified electrician.
• Correctly earthed (electrically) in accordance with local regulations.
• Connected to the correct size power point and fuse as table below.
WARNING!
Do not connect in input (WHITE or BLACK) conductor to the ground terminal.
Do not connect the ground (GREEN) conductor to an input line terminal.
NOTE!
Use the welding power source in accordance with the relevant national
regulations.
CAUTION!
Disconnect input power and secure employing ‘Lock-out’ / ‘Tagging’ procedures.
Ensure input power line disconnect switch is locked (lock-out/Tagging) in the
‘Open’ position BEFORE removing input power fuses. Connection/Disconnect
should be carried out by competent persons.
Rating plate with supply connection data
4.3.1 Recommended fuse sizes and minimum cable area
WARNING!
An electrical shock or fire hazard is probable if the following electrical service
guide recommendations are not followed. These recommendations are for a
dedicated branch circuit sized for the rated output and duty cycle of the welding
power source.

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120 - 230 V, 1 ~ 50/60 Hz
Supply voltage 230VAC 120VAC
Input current at maximum output 30Amps 30Amps
Maximum recommended fuse* or circuit breaker rating
*Time delay fuse UL class RK5, refer to UL 248
30Amps 30Amps
Maximum recommended fuse* or circuit breaker rating
*Normal operating UL class K5, refer to UL 248
50Amps 50Amps
Minimum recommended cord size 12AWG(4mm2) 12AWG(4mm2)
Maximum recommended extension cord length 50ft (15m) 25ft(8m)
Minimum recommended grounding conductor size 12AWG(4mm2) 12AWG(4mm2)
Supply from power generators
The power source can be supplied from different types of generators. However, some
generators may not provide sufficient power for the welding power source to operate
correctly. Generators with Automatic Voltage Regulation (AVR) or with equivalent or better
type of regulation, with rated power 8 kW, are recommended.
4.3.2 Connecting the power source to input supply
Use one of the supplied adapters to connect the power source to mains.