1. Sissejuhatus
This manual provides essential information for the safe and effective operation, setup, and maintenance of your ESAB Rogue LHN ES245i Inverter Welder. The Rogue ES 245i is a robust and high-performance inverter designed for demanding welding tasks, suitable for workshops, locksmiths, construction, maintenance, and minor repairs. It offers clean and stable welding for electrodes up to 4 mm (including cellulose) and TIG processes for thin sheets. Please read this manual thoroughly before using the equipment.
2. Ohutusalane teave
Keevitusseadmete kasutamisel seadke alati esikohale ohutus. Ohutusnõuete eiramine võib põhjustada tõsiseid vigastusi või surma.
- Silmade ja näo kaitse: Always wear a welding helmet with appropriate shade filters to protect your eyes and face from arc rays and sparks.
- Kaitseriietus: Põletuste ja elektrilöögi eest kaitsmiseks kandke leegiaeglustavat riietust, kindaid ja tugevaid jalatseid.
- Ventilatsioon: Tagage piisav ventilatsioon, et eemaldada keevitusaurud ja -gaasid tööpiirkonnast.
- Elektriohutus: Ärge kunagi kasutage keevitusmasinat märgades tingimustes. Veenduge, et kõik elektriühendused on kindlad ja korralikult maandatud. Ärge puudutage pingestatud elektrilisi osi.
- Tulekahju ennetamine: Keep a fire extinguisher nearby. Remove flammable materials from the welding area.
- Tööpiirkond: Hoidke tööala puhas ja segadusest vaba. Tagage stabiilne asend.
- Lugege juhiseid: Always read and understand the entire instruction manual before operating the welder.
3. Toote sisu
Veenduge, et kõik allpool loetletud esemed on teie pakendis olemas:
- 1 x ESAB Rogue ES 245i Inverter Welding Machine
- 1 x Electrode holder with 3-meter 100% copper cable
- 1 x Negative clamp with 3-meter 100% copper cable
- 1 x Ergonomic carrying handle
- 1 x Kasutusjuhend (käesolev dokument)
4. Seadistamine
4.1 Lahtipakkimine ja paigutamine
Carefully remove the welder and all accessories from the packaging. Place the machine on a stable, level surface, ensuring adequate clearance for ventilation around the unit.

Joonis 1: Külg view of the ESAB Rogue ES245i Inverter Welder, showing the power input and output connections.
4.2 Elektriühendused
- Toiteallikas: Connect the welder to a single-phase 220 V ± 10% power outlet. Ensure the circuit is protected by a 40 A recommended breaker.
- Elektroodihoidja: Ühendage elektroodihoidiku kaabel esipaneelil oleva positiivse (+) klemmiga.
- Maa Clamp: Ühendage negatiivne clamp cable to the negative (-) terminal on the front panel. Attach the ground clamp kindlalt töödeldava detaili külge, tagades hea elektrilise kontakti.

Figure 2: Front panel of the ESAB Rogue ES245i, displaying the control knob, digital display, and electrode/ground connections.
5. Kasutusjuhised
5.1 Sisselülitamine ja põhilised juhtnupud
- Lülitage sisse seadme tagaküljel asuv peatoitelüliti.
- The digital display on the front panel will illuminate.
- Use the control knob to select the desired welding process (SMAW or TIG) and adjust the current (Amperage). The digital control ensures maximum precision.
- The welder features automatic HotStart for easy arc ignition and ArcForce for a stable arc, even with challenging electrodes.
5.2 SMAW (Shielded Metal Arc Welding) / Electrode Welding
- Select the SMAW mode using the control panel.
- Insert the appropriate electrode into the electrode holder. The Rogue ES 245i supports electrodes up to 4 mm, including cellulose types.
- Set the current according to the electrode manufacturer's recommendations and the material thickness.
- Strike the arc carefully and maintain a consistent arc length and travel speed for optimal weld quality.
5.3 TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) Welding
The Rogue ES 245i is capable of TIG welding for thin sheets. For TIG welding, additional equipment such as a TIG torch with gas valve and a shielding gas cylinder will be required (not included).
- Connect the TIG torch to the appropriate terminal (usually negative for DC TIG).
- Ühendage maandus clamp tooriku külge.
- Connect the shielding gas hose to the TIG torch and open the gas cylinder valve.
- Select TIG mode on the welder and set the desired current.
- Initiate the arc using the scratch start method or a high-frequency start if your TIG torch supports it.
6. Hooldus
Regulaarne hooldus tagab teie keevitusmasina pikaealisuse ja optimaalse jõudluse.
- Puhastamine: Periodically clean the exterior of the machine with a dry, soft cloth. Ensure ventilation openings are free from dust and debris. Do not use solvents.
- Kaabli kontroll: Kontrollige regulaarselt kõiki kaableid (toite-, elektroodi-, maanduskaableid) lõikekohtade, narmendamise või kahjustuste suhtes. Vahetage kahjustatud kaablid kohe välja.
- Ühenduspunktid: Check that all electrical connections are tight and free from corrosion.
- Hoiustamine: Hoidke keevitusaparaati mittekasutamise ajal puhtas ja kuivas keskkonnas.
7. Veaotsing
This section provides solutions to common issues you might encounter. For problems not listed here, contact qualified service personnel.
| Probleem | Võimalik põhjus | Lahendus |
|---|---|---|
| Keevitusaparaat ei lülitu sisse. | No power supply; main switch off; faulty power cable. | Check power outlet and circuit breaker; ensure main switch is on; inspect power cable. |
| Kaar puudub või on nõrk kaar. | Halb maandusühendus; vale voolutugevuse seadistus; damp elektrood; vigane elektroodihoidik. | Veenduge, et maapind on puhasamp has good contact; adjust current; use dry electrodes; inspect electrode holder. |
| Overheating indicator on. | Ületatud töötsükkel; blokeeritud ventilatsioon. | Allow machine to cool down; ensure ventilation openings are clear. |
| Halb keevisõmbluse kvaliteet. | Valed seadistused; vale tehnika; saastunud toorik. | Reguleeri voolutugevust/helitugevusttage; review welding technique; clean workpiece thoroughly. |
8. Tehnilised andmed
Technical specifications for the ESAB Rogue LHN ES245i Inverter Welder:
| Funktsioon | Väärtus |
|---|---|
| Mudel | Rogue ES 245i |
| Tootekood | 752315 |
| Toiteallikas Voltage | Single-phase 220 V ± 10% |
| Sagedus | 50/60 Hz |
| Idle Voltage | 83 V (with VRD <25 V) |
| Praegune vahemik | 10 kuni 200 A |
| Väljundvõimsus | 200 A |
| Duty Cycle (SMAW) | 200 A/28 V @ 40%, 126 A/25 V @ 100% |
| Duty Cycle (TIG) | 200 A/18 V @ 40%, 126 A/15 V @ 100% |
| Soovitatav generaator | 10 kVA |
| Soovitatav kaitselüliti | 40 A |
| Kaitseklass | IP21S |
| Standardne | IEC 60.974 |
| Mõõdud (P x L x K) | 440 x 155 x 325 mm (17.3 x 6.1 x 12.8 tolli) |
| Kaal | 8.9 kg (19.6 naela) |





