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General overview: The SuperUltra 205 from Everlast is
entry level DC TIG, sck and plasma mul-purpose unit,
designed for occasional portable repair work and small
project use. It is recommended for the welding enthusi-
ast or hobbyist with occasional repair needs and/or light
duty welding requirements The SuperUltra series fea-
tures a lightweight MOFSET inverter design and can pro-
vide capable service if used within its intended limits.
These are not intended for use in producon or intensive
fabricaon dues. NOTE: This unit is not suitable for
welding aluminum.
General Use and Care: Care should be taken to keep the
unit out of direct contact with water spray. The unit is
rated IP21S, which rates it for light contact with dripping
water but should never be used in the presence of water
for safety. It is a good idea to remove the welder from
the vicinity of any water or moisture source to reduce
the possibility of electrocuon or shock. Never operate in
standing water.
Every 1-2 months, depending upon use, the welder
should be unplugged, opened up and carefully cleaned
with compressed air. Regular maintenance will extend
the life of the unit.
IMPORTANT: Before opening the unit for any reason,
make sure the unit has been unplugged for at least 10
minutes to allow me for the capacitors to fully dis-
charge. Severe shock and/or death can occur.
Do not restrict air ow or movement of air around the
welder. Allow a buer distance of 2 from all sides if
possible, with a minimum distance of at least 18” clear-
ance. Do not operate the welder immediately in the
weld area or the force of the fan will cause welding issues
such as unstable arc, or porosity.
Do not mount in areas that are prone to severe shock or
vibraon. Li and carry the welder by the handle.
Do not direct metallic dust or any dirt intenonally to-
ward the machine, parcularly in grinding and welding
operaons. Make sure the panel is protected from dam-
age during welding and cung operaons by ipping
down the clear protecve cover.
Duty Cycle. This unit is described as a light, entry level
unit. Although it has a duty cycle limit, care should be
taken not to exceed this limit for maximum life. Once the
duty cycle has been exceeded, heat may connue to build
in the electronics. The duty cycle is based o a 10 minute
duty cycle rang at 40° C. This means that the unit is ca-
pable of being operated at the max amps for the stated
percent of me out of 10 minutes without a break to
cool down the unit. For the remainder of the 10 minute
me period, the welder should rest for maximum life.
The temperature light will come on and the welder will
automacally stop welding when an overheat condion
has occurred. Stop welding immediately. Heat will con-
nue to be generated by and transferred to the elec-
tronics aer welding has ceased. Welding in humid, or
hot condions can aect duty cycle as well. Do not shut
down an overheated welder unl it has safely cooled.
Once the overheated condion has cleared, welding can
resume. Do not operate the welder with the covers re-
moved. Only cycle the power switch to reset the unit IF
the light has not gone out aer 10 minutes. The duty
cycle for each process varies according to the voltage
input. The duty cycles at maximum rated amps of each
process are as follows:
120V:
TIG @ 35%
Sck@ 35%
Plasma@ 60%
220V:
TIG@35%
Sck@35%
Plasma@35%
HF Start. The welder uses High Frequency to start the-
TIG arc and plasma cuer arc. HF is generated by a point
gap system similar to an older automove point/coil sys-
tem. A slight buzz, or hiss may be heard immediately
upon start as the HF energizes. A bright blue light may
be emied from the front or side panel as the spark en-
ergizes. This is normal and safe as long as the covers are
in place. Do not acvate the HF unless you are in posi-
on and ready to weld to minimize point gap wear. Point
gap should measure between .030-.045”. Contact Ever-
last for adjustment instrucons if HF appears to malfunc-
on while either in Plasma or TIG mode.
This manual has been compiled to give an overview of
operaon and is designed to oer informaon centered
around safe, praccal use of the welder. Welding is in-
herently dangerous. Only YOU, the operator of this weld-
er, can ensure that safe operang pracces are followed,
through the exercise of common sense pracces and
training. Do not operate this machine unl you have fully
read the manual, including the safety secon. If you
think that you do not have the skill or knowledge to safe-
ly operate this welder, do not use this welder unl for-
mal training is received.
Introduction and Specifications
Section 1