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SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING
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Protect yourself and others from injury —read, follow, and save these important safety precautions and operating instructions.
1-1.Symbol Usage
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DANGER! − Indicates a hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. The
possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols
or explained in the text.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury. The possible
hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols or explained in the text.
NOTICE − Indicates statements not related to personal injury.
1-2.Arc Welding Hazards
The symbols shown below are used throughout this manual
to call attention to and identify possible hazards. When you
see the symbol, watch out, and follow the related instructions
to avoid the hazard. The safety information given below is
only a summary of the more complete safety information
found in the Safety Standards listed in Section 1-5. Read and
follow all Safety Standards.
Only qualified persons should install, operate, maintain, and
repair this unit.
During operation, keep everybody, especially children, away.
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
Touching live electrical parts can cause fatal shocks
or severe burns. The electrode and work circuit is
electrically live whenever the output is on. The input
power circuit and machine internal circuits are also
live when power is on. In semiautomatic or automatic
wire welding, the wire, wire reel, drive roll housing,
and all metal parts touching the welding wire are
electrically live. Incorrectly installed or improperly
grounded equipment is a hazard.
D Do not touch live electrical parts.
D Wear dry, hole-free insulating gloves and body protection.
D Insulate yourself from work and ground using dry insulating mats
or covers big enough to prevent any physical contact with the work
or ground.
D Do not use AC output in damp areas, if movement is confined, or if
there is a danger of falling.
D Use AC output ONLY if required for the welding process.
D If AC output is required, use remote output control if present on
unit.
D Additional safety precautions are required when any of the follow-
ing electrically hazardous conditions are present: in damp
locations or while wearing wet clothing; on metal structures such
as floors, gratings, or scaffolds; when in cramped positions such
as sitting, kneeling, or lying; or when there is a high risk of unavoidable or accidental contact with the workpiece or ground. For these
conditions, use the following equipment in order presented: 1) a
semiautomatic DC constant voltage (wire) welder, 2) a DC manual
(stick) welder, or 3) an AC welder with reduced open-circuit voltage. In most situations, use of a DC, constant voltage wire welder
is recommended. And, do not work alone!
D Disconnect input power or stop engine before installing or
servicing this equipment. Lockout/tagout input power according to
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 (see Safety Standards).
D Properly install, ground, and operate this equipment according to
its Owner’s Manual and national, state, and local codes.
. Indicates special instructions.
This group of symbols means Warning! Watch Out! ELECTRIC
SHOCK, MOVING PARTS, and HOT PARTS hazards. Consult symbols and related instructions below for necessary actions to avoid the
hazards.
D Always verify the supply ground − check and be sure that input
power cord ground wire is properly connected to ground terminal in
disconnect box or that cord plug is connected to a properly
grounded receptacle outlet.
D When making input connections, attach proper grounding conduc-
tor first − double-check connections.
D Keep cords dry, free of oil and grease, and protected from hot metal
and sparks.
D Frequently inspect input power cord and ground conductor for
damage or bare wiring – replace immediately if damaged – bare
wiring can kill.
D Turn off all equipment when not in use.
D Do not use worn, damaged, undersized, or repaired cables.
D Do not drape cables over your body.
D If earth grounding of the workpiece is required, ground it directly
with a separate cable.
D Do not touch electrode if you are in contact with the work, ground,
or another electrode from a different machine.
D Do not touch electrode holders connected to two welding ma-
chines at the same time since double open-circuit voltage will be
present.
D Use only well-maintained equipment. Repair or replace damaged
parts at once. Maintain unit according to manual.
D Wear a safety harness if working above floor level.
D Keep all panels and covers securely in place.
D Clamp work cable with good metal-to-metal contact to workpiece
or worktable as near the weld as practical.
D Insulate work clamp when not connected to workpiece to prevent
contact with any metal object.
D Do not connect more than one electrode or work cable to any
single weld output terminal. Disconnect cable for process not in
use.
D Use GFCI protection when operating auxiliary equipment in damp
or wet locations.
SIGNIFICANT DC VOLTAGE exists in inverter welding power sources AFTER removal of input power.
D Turn Off inverter, disconnect input power, and discharge input
capacitors according to instructions in Maintenance Section
before touching any parts.
HOT PARTS can burn.
D Do not touch hot parts bare handed.
D Allow cooling period before working on
equipment.
D To handle hot parts, use proper tools and/or wear heavy, insu-
lated welding gloves and clothing to prevent burns.
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FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous.
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Welding produces fumes and gases. Breathing
these fumes and gases can be hazardous to your
health.
D Keep your head out of the fumes. Do not breathe the fumes.
D If inside, ventilate the area and/or use local forced ventilation at the
arc to remove welding fumes and gases. The recommended way
to determine adequate ventilation is to sample for the composition
and quantity of fumes and gases to which personnel are exposed.
D If ventilation is poor, wear an approved air-supplied respirator.
D Read and understand the Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) and the
manufacturer’s instructions for adhesives, coatings, cleaners,
consumables, coolants, degreasers, fluxes, and metals.
D Work in a confined space only if it is well ventilated, or while
wearing an air-supplied respirator. Always have a trained watchperson nearby. Welding fumes and gases can displace air and
lower the oxygen level causing injury or death. Be sure the breathing air is safe.
D Do not weld in locations near degreasing, cleaning, or spraying op-
erations. The heat and rays of the arc can react with vapors to form
highly toxic and irritating gases.
D Do not weld on coated metals, such as galvanized, lead, or
cadmium plated steel, unless the coating is removed from the weld
area, the area is well ventilated, and while wearing an air-supplied
respirator. The coatings and any metals containing these elements
can give off toxic fumes if welded.
ARC RAYS can burn eyes and skin.
Arc rays from the welding process produce intense
visible and invisible (ultraviolet and infrared) rays
that can burn eyes and skin. Sparks fly off from the
weld.
D Wear an approved welding helmet fitted with a proper shade of
filter lenses to protect your face and eyes from arc rays and
sparks when welding or watching (see ANSI Z49.1 and Z87.1
listed in Safety Standards).
D Wear approved safety glasses with side shields under your
helmet.
D Use protective screens or barriers to protect others from flash,
glare and sparks; warn others not to watch the arc.
D Wear body protection made from durable, flame−resistant mate-
rial (leather, heavy cotton, wool). Body protection includes
oil-free clothing such as leather gloves, heavy shirt, cuffless
trousers, high shoes, and a cap.
WELDING can cause fire or explosion.
D Remove stick electrode from holder or cut off welding wire at
contact tip when not in use.
D Wear body protection made from durable, flame−resistant material
(leather, heavy cotton, wool). Body protection includes oil-free
clothing such as leather gloves, heavy shirt, cuffless trousers, high
shoes, and a cap.
D Remove any combustibles, such as a butane lighter or matches,
from your person before doing any welding.
D After completion of work, inspect area to ensure it is free of sparks,
glowing embers, and flames.
D Use only correct fuses or circuit breakers. Do not oversize or by-
pass them.
D Follow requirements in OSHA 1910.252 (a) (2) (iv) and NFPA 51B
for hot work and have a fire watcher and extinguisher nearby.
D Read and understand the Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) and the
manufacturer’s instructions for adhesives, coatings, cleaners,
consumables, coolants, degreasers, fluxes, and metals.
FLYING METAL or DIRT can injure eyes.
D Welding, chipping, wire brushing, and grinding
cause sparks and flying metal. As welds cool,
they can throw off slag.
D Wear approved safety glasses with side
shields even under your welding helmet.
BUILDUP OF GAS can injure or kill.
D Shut off compressed gas supply when not in use.
D Always ventilate confined spaces or use
approved air-supplied respirator.
ELECTRIC AND MAGNETIC FIELDS (EMF
can affect Implanted Medical Devices.
D Wearers of Pacemakers and other Implanted
Medical Devices should keep away.
D Implanted Medical Device wearers should consult their doctor
and the device manufacturer before going near arc welding, spot
welding, gouging, plasma arc cutting, or induction heating
operations.
NOISE can damage hearing.
Noise from some processes or equipment can
damage hearing.
D Wear approved ear protection if noise lev-
el is high.
Welding on closed containers, such as tanks,
drums, or pipes, can cause them to blow up. Sparks
can fly off from the welding arc. The flying sparks, hot
burns. Accidental contact of electrode to metal objects can cause
sparks, explosion, overheating, or fire. Check and be sure the area is
safe before doing any welding.
D Remove all flammables within 35 ft (10.7 m) of the welding arc. If
this is not possible, tightly cover them with approved covers.
D Do not weld where flying sparks can strike flammable material.
D Protect yourself and others from flying sparks and hot metal.
D Be alert that welding sparks and hot materials from welding can
easily go through small cracks and openings to adjacent areas.
D Watch for fire, and keep a fire extinguisher nearby.
D Be aware that welding on a ceiling, floor, bulkhead, or partition can
cause fire on the hidden side.
D Do not weld on containers that have held combustibles, or on
closed containers such as tanks, drums, or pipes unless they are
properly prepared according to AWS F4.1 and AWS A6.0 (see
Safety Standards).
D Do not weld where the atmosphere can contain flammable dust,
gas, or liquid vapors (such as gasoline).
D Connect work cable to the work as close to the welding area as
practical to prevent welding current from traveling long, possibly
unknown paths and causing electric shock, sparks, and fire
hazards.
D Do not use welder to thaw frozen pipes.
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workpiece, and hot equipment can cause fires and
CYLINDERS can explode if damaged.
Compressed gas cylinders contain gas under high
pressure. If damaged, a cylinder can explode. Since
gas cylinders are normally part of the welding
process, be sure to treat them carefully.
D Protect compressed gas cylinders from excessive heat, mechani-
cal shocks, physical damage, slag, open flames, sparks, and arcs.
D Install cylinders in an upright position by securing to a stationary
support or cylinder rack to prevent falling or tipping.
D Keep cylinders away from any welding or other electrical circuits.
D Never drape a welding torch over a gas cylinder.
D Never allow a welding electrode to touch any cylinder.
D Never weld on a pressurized cylinder − explosion will result.
D Use only correct compressed gas cylinders, regulators, hoses,
and fittings designed for the specific application; maintain them
and associated parts in good condition.
D Turn face away from valve outlet when opening cylinder valve. Do
not stand in front of or behind the regulator when opening the valve.
D Keep protective cap in place over valve except when cylinder is in
use or connected for use.
D Use the right equipment, correct procedures, and sufficient num-
ber of persons to lift and move cylinders.
D Read and follow instructions on compressed gas cylinders,
associated equipment, and Compressed Gas Association (CGA)
publication P-1 listed in Safety Standards.
1-3.Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance
FIRE OR EXPLOSION hazard.
D Do not install or place unit on, over, or near
combustible surfaces.
D Do not install unit near flammables.
D Do not overload building wiring − be sure power supply system is
properly sized, rated, and protected to handle this unit.
FALLING EQUIPMENT can injure.
D Use lifting eye to lift unit only, NOT running
gear, gas cylinders, or any other accessories.
D Use equipment of adequate capacity to lift and
support unit.
D If using lift forks to move unit, be sure forks are long enough to
extend beyond opposite side of unit.
D Keep equipment (cables and cords) away from moving vehicles
when working from an aerial location.
D Follow the guidelines in the Applications Manual for the Revised
NIOSH Lifting Equation (Publication No. 94−110) when manually lifting heavy parts or equipment.
OVERUSE can cause OVERHEATING
D Allow cooling period; follow rated duty cycle.
D Reduce current or reduce duty cycle before
starting to weld again.
D Do not block or filter airflow to unit.
MOVING PARTS can injure.
D Keep away from moving parts such as fans.
D Keep all doors, panels, covers, and guards
closed and securely in place.
D Have only qualified persons remove doors, panels, covers, or
guards for maintenance and troubleshooting as necessary.
D Reinstall doors, panels, covers, or guards when maintenance is
finished and before reconnecting input power.
READ INSTRUCTIONS.
D Read and follow all labels and the Owner’s
Manual carefully before installing, operating, or
servicing unit. Read the safety information at
the beginning of the manual and in each
section.
D Use only genuine replacement parts from the manufacturer.
D Perform installation, maintenance, and service according to the
Owner’s Manuals, industry standards, and national, state, and
local codes.
H.F. RADIATION can cause interference.
FLYING SPARKS can injure.
D Wear a face shield to protect eyes and face.
D Shape tungsten electrode only on grinder with
proper guards in a safe location wearing proper
face, hand, and body protection.
D Sparks can cause fires — keep flammables away.
STATIC (ESD) can damage PC boards.
D Put on grounded wrist strap BEFORE handling
boards or parts.
D Use proper static-proof bags and boxes to
store, move, or ship PC boards.
MOVING PARTS can injure.
D Keep away from moving parts.
D Keep away from pinch points such as drive
rolls.
WELDING WIRE can injure.
D Do not press gun trigger until instructed to do
so.
D Do not point gun toward any part of the body,
other people, or any metal when threading
welding wire.
BATTERY EXPLOSION can injure.
D Do not use welder to charge batteries or jump
start vehicles unless it has a battery charging
feature designed for this purpose.
D High-frequency (H.F.) can interfere with radio
navigation, safety services, computers, and
communications equipment.
D Have only qualified persons familiar with
electronic equipment perform this installation.
D The user is responsible for having a qualified electrician prompt-
ly correct any interference problem resulting from the installation.
D If notified by the FCC about interference, stop using the
equipment at once.
D Have the installation regularly checked and maintained.
D Keep high-frequency source doors and panels tightly shut, keep
spark gaps at correct setting, and use grounding and shielding to
minimize the possibility of interference.
ARC WELDING can cause interference.
D Electromagnetic energy can interfere with
sensitive electronic equipment such as
computers and computer-driven equipment
such as robots.
D Be sure all equipment in the welding area is
electromagnetically compatible.
D To reduce possible interference, keep weld cables as short as
possible, close together, and down low, such as on the floor.
D Locate welding operation 100 meters from any sensitive elec-
tronic equipment.
D Be sure this welding machine is installed and grounded
according to this manual.
D If interference still occurs, the user must take extra measures
such as moving the welding machine, using shielded cables,
using line filters, or shielding the work area.
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1-4.California Proposition 65 Warnings
Welding or cutting equipment 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 Section 25249.5 et seq.)
1-5.Principal Safety Standards
Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, ANSI Standard Z49.1,
is available as a free download from the American Welding Society at
http://www.aws.org or purchased from Global Engineering Documents
(phone: 1-877-413-5184, website: www.global.ihs.com).
Safe Practices for the Preparation of Containers and Piping for Welding
and Cutting, American Welding Society Standard AWS F4.1, from Glob-
al Engineering Documents (phone: 1-877-413-5184, website:
www.global.ihs.com).
Safe Practices for Welding and Cutting Containers that have Held Combustibles, American Welding Society Standard AWS A6.0, from Global
National Electrical Code, NFPA Standard 70, from National Fire Protection Association, Quincy, MA 02269 (phone: 1-800-344-3555, website:
www.nfpa.org and www. sparky.org).
Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Cylinders, CGA Pamphlet P-1,
from Compressed Gas Association, 14501 George Carter Way, Suite
103, Chantilly, VA 20151 (phone: 703-788-2700, website:www.cganet.com).
This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to
the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after use.
Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, CSA Standard
W117.2, from Canadian Standards Association, Standards Sales, 5060
Spectrum Way, Suite 100, Mississauga, Ontario, Canada L4W 5NS
(phone: 800-463-6727, website: www.csagroup.org).
Safe Practice For Occupational And Educational Eye And Face Protection, ANSI Standard Z87.1, from American National Standards Institute,
25 West 43rd Street, New York, NY 10036 (phone: 212-642-4900, website: www.ansi.org).
Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and Other Hot
Work, NFPA Standard 51B, from National Fire Protection Association,
Quincy, MA 02269 (phone: 1-800-344-3555, website: www.nfpa.org).
OSHA, Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Indus-
try, Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 1910, Subpart Q,
and Part 1926, Subpart J, from U.S. Government Printing Office, Superintendent of Documents, P.O. Box 371954, Pittsburgh, PA 15250-7954
(phone: 1-866-512-1800) (there are 10 OSHA Regional Offices—
phone for Region 5, Chicago, is 312-353-2220, website:
www.osha.gov).
Applications Manual for the Revised NIOSH Lifting Equation, The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), 1600
Clifton Rd, Atlanta, GA 30329-4027 (phone: 1-800-232-4636, website:
www.cdc.gov/NIOSH).
1-6.EMF Information
Electric current flowing through any conductor causes localized electric
and magnetic fields (EMF). The current from arc welding (and allied processes including spot welding, gouging, plasma arc cutting, and
induction heating operations) creates an EMF field around the welding
circuit. EMF fields can interfere with some medical implants, e.g. pacemakers. Protective measures for persons wearing medical implants
have to be taken. For example, restrict access for passers−by or con-
duct individual risk assessment for welders. All welders should use the
following procedures in order to minimize exposure to EMF fields from
the welding circuit:
1. Keep cables close together by twisting or taping them, or using a
cable cover.
2. Do not place your body between welding cables. Arrange cables
to one side and away from the operator.
3. Do not coil or drape cables around your body.
4. Keep head and trunk as far away from the equipment in the
welding circuit as possible.
5. Connect work clamp to workpiece as close to the weld as
possible.
6. Do not work next to, sit or lean on the welding power source.
7. Do not weld whilst carrying the welding power source or wire
feeder.
About Implanted Medical Devices:
Implanted Medical Device wearers should consult their doctor and the
device manufacturer before performing or going near arc welding, spot
welding, gouging, plasma arc cutting, or induction heating operations.
If cleared by your doctor, then following the above procedures is recommended.
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SECTION 2 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT UTILISATION
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Pour écarter les risques de blessure pour vous−même et pour autrui — lire, appliquer et ranger en lieu sûr ces consignes relatives
aux précautions de sécurité et au mode opératoire.
2-1.Symboles utilisés
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DANGER! − Indique une situation dangereuse qui si on
l’évite pas peut donner la mort ou des blessures graves.
Les dangers possibles sont montrés par les symboles
joints ou sont expliqués dans le texte.
Indique une situation dangereuse qui si on l’évite pas
peut donner la mort ou des blessures graves. Les dangers possibles sont montrés par les symboles joints ou
sont expliqués dans le texte.
AVIS− Indique des déclarations pas en relation avec des blessures
personnelles.
2-2.Dangers relatifs au soudage à l’arc
Les symboles représentés ci-dessous sont utilisés dans ce manuel pour attirer l’attention et identifier les dangers possibles. En
présence de l’un de ces symboles, prendre garde et suivre les
instructions afférentes pour éviter tout risque. Les instructions
en matière de sécurité indiquées ci-dessous ne constituent
qu’un sommaire des instructions de sécurité plus complètes
fournies dans les normes de sécurité énumérées dans la Section 2-5. Lire et observer toutes les normes de sécurité.
Seul un personnel qualifié est autorisé à installer, faire fonctionner, entretenir et réparer cet appareil.
Pendant le fonctionnement, maintenir à distance toutes les
personnes, notamment les enfants de l’appareil.
UNE DÉCHARGE ÉLECTRIQUE peut
entraîner la mort.
Le contact d’organes électriques sous tension peut
provoquer des accidents mortels ou des brûlures
graves. Le circuit de l’électrode et de la pièce est sous
tension lorsque le courant est délivré à la sortie. Le
circuit d’alimentation et les circuits internes de la
machine sont également sous tension lorsque l’alimentation est sur Marche. Dans le mode de soudage avec
du fil, le fil, le dérouleur, le bloc de commande du
rouleau et toutes les parties métalliques en contact
avec le fil sont sous tension électrique. Un équipement
installé ou mis à la terre de manière incorrecte ou
impropre constitue un danger.
D Ne pas toucher aux pièces électriques sous tension.
D Porter des gants isolants et des vêtements de protection secs et
sans trous.
D S’isoler de la pièce à couper et du sol en utilisant des housses ou
des tapis assez grands afin d’éviter tout contact physique avec la
pièce à couper ou le sol.
D Ne pas se servir de source électrique à courant électrique dans les
zones humides, dans les endroits confinés ou là où on risque de
tomber.
D Se servir d’une source électrique à courant électrique UNIQUE-
MENT si le procédé de soudage le demande.
D Si l’utilisation d’une source électrique à courant électrique s’avère
nécessaire, se servir de la fonction de télécommande si l’appareil
en est équipé.
D D’autres consignes de sécurité sont nécessaires dans les condi-
tions suivantes : risques électriques dans un environnement
humide ou si l’on porte des vêtements mouillés ; sur des structures
métalliques telles que sols, grilles ou échafaudages ; en position
coincée comme assise, à genoux ou couchée ; ou s’il y a un risque
élevé de contact inévitable ou accidentel avec la pièce à souder ou
le sol. Dans ces conditions, utiliser les équipements suivants,
dans l’ordre indiqué : 1) un poste à souder DC à tension constante
(à fil), 2) un poste à souder DC manuel (électrode) ou 3) un poste à
souder AC à tension à vide réduite. Dans la plupart des situations,
l’utilisation d’un poste à souder DCà fil à tension constante est recommandée. En outre, ne pas travailler seul !
. Indique des instructions spécifiques.
Ce groupe de symboles veut dire Avertissement! Attention! DANGER
DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE, PIECES EN MOUVEMENT, et PIECES
CHAUDES. Consulter les symboles et les instructions ci-dessous y
afférant pour les actions nécessaires afin d’éviter le danger.
D Couper l’alimentation ou arrêter le moteur avant de procéder à l’in-
stallation, à la réparation ou à l’entretien de l’appareil. Déverrouiller
l’alimentation selon la norme OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 (voir normes de sécurité).
D Installez, mettez à la terre et utilisez correctement cet équipement
conformément à son Manuel d’Utilisation et aux réglementations
nationales, gouvernementales et locales.
D Toujours vérifier la terre du cordon d’alimentation. Vérifier et
s’assurer que le fil de terre du cordon d’alimentation est bien
raccordé à la borne de terre du sectionneur ou que la fiche du
cordon est raccordée à une prise correctement mise à la terre.
D En effectuant les raccordements d’entrée, fixer d’abord le conduc-
teur de mise à la terre approprié et contre-vérifier les connexions.
D Les câbles doivent être exempts d’humidité, d’huile et de graisse;
protégez−les contre les étincelles et les pièces métalliques
chaudes.
D Vérifier fréquemment le cordon d’alimentation et le conducteur de
mise à la terre afin de s’assurer qu’il n’est pas altéré ou dénudé −,
le remplacer immédiatement s’il l’est −. Un fil dénudé peut entraîner la mort.
D L’équipement doit être hors tension lorsqu’il n’est pas utilisé.
D Ne pas utiliser des câbles usés, endommagés, de grosseur insuffi-
sante ou mal épissés.
D Ne pas enrouler les câbles autour du corps.
D Si la pièce soudée doit être mise à la terre, le faire directement
avec un câble distinct.
D Ne pas toucher l’électrode quand on est en contact avec la pièce,
la terre ou une électrode provenant d’une autre machine.
D Ne pas toucher des porte électrodes connectés à deux machines
en même temps à cause de la présence d’une tension à vide doublée.
D N’utiliser qu’un matériel en bon état. Réparer ou remplacer sur-le-
champ les pièces endommagées. Entretenir l’appareil conformément à ce manuel.
D Porter un harnais de sécurité si l’on doit travailler au-dessus du sol.
D S’assurer que tous les panneaux et couvercles sont correctement
en place.
D Fixer le câble de retour de façon à obtenir un bon contact métal-
métal avec la pièce à souder ou la table de travail, le plus près possible de la soudure.
D Isoler la pince de masse quand pas mis à la pièce pour éviter le
contact avec tout objet métallique.
D Ne pas raccorder plus d’une électrode ou plus d’un câble de
masse à une même borne de sortie de soudage. Débrancher le
câble pour le procédé non utilisé.
D Utiliser une protection différentielle lors de l’utilisation d’un équi-
pement auxiliaire dans des endroits humides ou mouillés.
Il reste une TENSION DC NON NÉGLIGEABLE dans
les sources de soudage onduleur UNE FOIS
l’alimentation coupée.
D Arrêter les convertisseurs, débrancher le courant électrique et
décharger les condensateurs d’alimentation selon les instructions
indiquées dans la partie Entretien avant de toucher les pièces.
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LES PIÈCES CHAUDES peuvent
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e
a
provoquer des brûlures.
D Ne pas toucher à mains nues les parties chaudes.
D Prévoir une période de refroidissement avant
de travailler à l’équipement.
D Ne pas toucher aux pièces chaudes, utiliser les outils recomman-
dés et porter des gants de soudage et des vêtements épais pour
éviter les brûlures.
LES FUMÉES ET LES GAZ peuvent
être dangereux.
Le soudage génère des fumées et des gaz. Leur
inhalation peut être dangereux pour votre santé.
D Eloigner votre tête des fumées. Ne pas respirer les fumées.
D À l’intérieur, ventiler la zone et/ou utiliser une ventilation forcée au
niveau de l’arc pour l’évacuation des fumées et des gaz de
soudage. Pour déterminer la bonne ventilation, il est recommandé
de procéder à un prélèvement pour la composition et la quantité
de fumées et de gaz auxquels est exposé le personnel.
D Si la ventilation est médiocre, porter un respirateur anti-vapeurs
approuvé.
D Lire et comprendre les fiches de données de sécurité et les instruc-
tions du fabricant concernant les adhésifs, les revêtements, les
nettoyants, les consommables, les produits de refroidissement, les
dégraisseurs, les flux et les métaux.
D Travailler dans un espace fermé seulement s’il est bien ventilé ou
en portant un respirateur à alimentation d’air. Demander toujours à
un surveillant dûment formé de se tenir à proximité. Des fumées et
des gaz de soudage peuvent déplacer l’air et abaisser le niveau
d’oxygène provoquant des blessures ou des accidents mortels.
S’assurer que l’air de respiration ne présente aucun danger.
D Ne pas souder dans des endroits situés à proximité d’opérations
de dégraissage, de nettoyage ou de pulvérisation. La chaleur et
les rayons de l’arc peuvent réagir en présence de vapeurs et former des gaz hautement toxiques et irritants.
D Ne pas souder des métaux munis d’un revêtement, tels que l’acier
galvanisé, plaqué en plomb ou au cadmium à moins que le revêtement n’ait été enlevé dans la zone de soudure, que l’endroit soit
bien ventilé, et en portant un respirateur à alimentation d’air. Les
revêtements et tous les métaux renfermant ces éléments peuvent
dégager des fumées toxiques en cas de soudage.
LES RAYONS DE L’ARC peuvent
provoquer des brûlures dans les
yeux et sur la peau.
Le rayonnement de l’arc du procédé de soudage génèr
infrarouges) susceptibles de provoquer des brûlures dans les yeux et sur l
peau. Des étincelles sont projetées pendant le soudage.
D Porter un casque de soudage approuvé muni de verres filtrants
approprié pour protéger visage et yeux pour protéger votre visage
et vos yeux pendant le soudage ou pour regarder (voir ANSI Z49.1
et Z87.1 énuméré dans les normes de sécurité).
D Porter des lunettes de sécurité avec écrans latéraux même sous
votre casque.
D Avoir recours à des écrans protecteurs ou à des rideaux pour
protéger les autres contre les rayonnements les éblouissements
et les étincelles ; prévenir toute personne sur les lieux de ne pas
regarder l’arc.
D Porter un équipement de protection pour le corps fait d’un matériau
résistant et ignifuge (cuir, coton robuste, laine). La protection du
corps comporte des vêtements sans huile comme par ex. des
gants de cuir, une chemise solide, des pantalons sans revers, des
chaussures hautes et une casquette.
des rayons visibles et invisibles intenses (ultraviolets
LE SOUDAGE peut provoquer un
incendie ou une explosion.
Le soudage effectué sur des conteneurs fermés tels
que des réservoirs, tambours ou des conduites peut
être projetées de l’arc de soudure. La projection d’étincelles, des
pièces chaudes et des équipements chauds peut provoquer des incendies et des brûlures. Le contact accidentel de l’électrode avec des
objets métalliques peut provoquer des étincelles, une explosion, un sur-
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provoquer leur éclatement. Des étincelles peuvent
chauffement ou un incendie. Avant de commencer le soudage, vérifier
et s’assurer que l’endroit ne présente pas de danger.
D Déplacer toutes les substances inflammables à une distance de
10,7 m de l’arc de soudage. En cas d’impossibilité les recouvrir
soigneusement avec des protections homologués.
D Ne pas souder dans un endroit là où des étincelles peuvent tomber
sur des substances inflammables.
D Se protéger et d’autres personnes de la projection d’étincelles et
de métal chaud.
D Des étincelles et des matériaux chauds du soudage peuvent
facilement passer dans d’autres zones en traversant de petites
fissures et des ouvertures.
D Surveiller tout déclenchement d’incendie et tenir un extincteur à
proximité.
D Le soudage effectué sur un plafond, plancher, paroi ou séparation
peut déclencher un incendie de l’autre côté.
D Ne pas effectuer le soudage sur des conteneurs fermés tels que
des réservoirs, tambours, ou conduites, à moins qu’ils n’aient été
préparés correctement conformément à AWS F4.1 et AWS A6.0
(voir les Normes de Sécurité).
D Ne pas souder là où l’air ambiant pourrait contenir des poussières,
gaz ou émanations inflammables (vapeur d’essence, par exemple).
D Brancher le câble de masse sur la pièce le plus près possible de la
zone de soudage pour éviter le transport du courant sur une
longue distance par des chemins inconnus éventuels en provoquant des risques d’électrocution, d’étincelles et d’incendie.
D Ne pas utiliser le poste de soudage pour dégeler des conduites ge-
lées.
D En cas de non utilisation, enlever la baguette d’électrode du porte-
électrode ou couper le fil à la pointe de contact.
D Porter un équipement de protection pour le corps fait d’un matériau
résistant et ignifuge (cuir, coton robuste, laine). La protection du
corps comporte des vêtements sans huile comme par ex. des
gants de cuir, une chemise solide, des pantalons sans revers, des
chaussures hautes et une casquette.
D Avant de souder, retirer toute substance combustible de vos po-
ches telles qu’un allumeur au butane ou des allumettes.
D Une fois le travail achevé, assurez−vous qu’il ne reste aucune
trace d’étincelles incandescentes ni de flammes.
D Utiliser exclusivement des fusibles ou coupe−circuits appropriés.
Ne pas augmenter leur puissance; ne pas les ponter.
D Suivre les recommandations dans OSHA 1910.252(a)(2)(iv) et
NFPA 51B pour les travaux à chaud et avoir de la surveillance et un
extincteur à proximité.
D Lire et comprendre les fiches de données de sécurité et les instruc-
tions du fabricant concernant les adhésifs, les revêtements, les
nettoyants, les consommables, les produits de refroidissement,
les dégraisseurs, les flux et les métaux.
DES PIECES DE METAL ou DES
SALETES peuvent provoquer des
blessures dans les yeux.
D Le soudage, l’écaillement, le passage de la pièce à
la brosse en fil de fer, et le meulage génèrent des étincelles et des
particules métalliques volantes. Pendant la période de refroidissement des soudures, elles risquent de projeter du laitier.
D Porter des lunettes de sécurité avec écrans latéraux ou un écran
facial.
LES ACCUMULATIONS DE GAZ
risquent de provoquer des blessures
ou même la mort.
D Fermer l’alimentation du gaz comprimé en cas
de non utilisation.
D Veiller toujours à bien aérer les espaces confinés ou se servir d’un
respirateur d’adduction d’air homologué.
Les CHAMPS ÉLECTROMAGNÉTIQUES (CEM)
peuvent affecter les implants médicaux.
D Les porteurs de stimulateurs cardiaques et
autres implants médicaux doivent rester à
distance.
D Les porteurs d’implants médicaux doivent consulter leur médecin
et le fabricant du dispositif avant de s’approcher de la zone où se
déroule du soudage à l’arc, du soudage par points, du gougeage,
de la découpe plasma ou une opération de chauffage par
induction.
LE BRUIT peut endommager l’ouïe.
Le bruit des processus et des équipements peut
affecter l’ouïe.
D Porter des protections approuvées pour les
oreilles si le niveau sonore est trop élevé.
LES BOUTEILLES peuvent exploser
si elles sont endommagées.
Les bouteilles de gaz comprimé contiennent du
gaz sous haute pression. Si une bouteille est
les bouteilles de gaz font normalement partie du procédé de
soudage, les manipuler avec précaution.
D Protéger les bouteilles de gaz comprimé d’une chaleur excessive,
des chocs mécaniques, des dommages physiques, du laitier, des
flammes ouvertes, des étincelles et des arcs.
D Placer les bouteilles debout en les fixant dans un support station-
naire ou dans un porte-bouteilles pour les empêcher de tomber ou
de se renverser.
endommagée, elle peut exploser. Du fait que
D Tenir les bouteilles éloignées des circuits de soudage ou autres
circuits électriques.
D Ne jamais placer une torche de soudage sur une bouteille à gaz.
D Une électrode de soudage ne doit jamais entrer en contact avec
une bouteille.
D Ne jamais souder une bouteille pressurisée − risque d’explosion.
D Utiliser seulement des bouteilles de gaz comprimé, régulateurs,
tuyaux et raccords convenables pour cette application spécifique;
les maintenir ainsi que les éléments associés en bon état.
D Tourner le dos à la sortie de vanne lors de l’ouverture de la vanne
de la bouteille. Ne pas se tenir devant ou derrière le régulateur lors
de l’ouverture de la vanne.
D Le couvercle du détendeur doit toujours être en place, sauf lorsque
la bouteille est utilisée ou qu’elle est reliée pour usage ultérieur.
D Utiliser les équipements corrects, les bonnes procédures et suffi-
samment de personnes pour soulever et déplacer les bouteilles.
D Lire et suivre les instructions sur les bouteilles de gaz comprimé,
l’équipement connexe et le dépliant P-1 de la CGA (Compressed Gas
Association) mentionné dans les principales normes de sécurité.
2-3.Dangers supplémentaires en relation avec l’installation, le fonctionnement et la maintenance
Risque D’INCENDIE OU D’EXPLOSION.
D Ne pas placer l’appareil sur, au-dessus ou
à proximité de surfaces inflammables.
D Ne pas installer l’appareil à proximité de pro-
duits inflammables.
D Ne pas surcharger l’installation électrique − s’assurer que
l’alimentation est correctement dimensionnée et protégée avant
de mettre l’appareil en service.
LA CHUTE DE L’ÉQUIPEMENT peut
provoquer des blessures.
D Utiliser l’anneau de levage uniquement pour
soulever l’appareil, NON PAS les chariots, les
bouteilles de gaz ou tout autre accessoire.
D Utiliser un équipement de levage de capacité suffisante pour lever
l’appareil.
D En utilisant des fourches de levage pour déplacer l’unité, s’assurer
que les fourches sont suffisamment longues pour dépasser du
côté opposé de l’appareil.
D Tenir l’équipement (câbles et cordons) à distance des véhicules
mobiles lors de toute opération en hauteur.
D Suivre les consignes du Manuel des applications pour l’équation
de levage NIOSH révisée (Publication Nº94–110) lors du levage
manuelle de pièces ou équipements lourds.
L’EMPLOI EXCESSIF peut
SURCHAUFFER L’ÉQUIPEMENT.
D Prévoir une période de refroidissement ; res-
pecter le cycle opératoire nominal.
D Réduire le courant ou le facteur de marche
avant de poursuivre le soudage.
D Ne pas obstruer les passages d’air du poste.
LES ÉTINCELLES PROJETÉES
peuvent provoquer des blessures.
D Porter un écran facial pour protéger le visage et
les yeux.
D Affûter l’électrode au tungstène uniquement à
la meuleuse dotée de protecteurs. Cette manœuvre est à exécuter dans un endroit sûr lorsque l’on porte l’équipement homologué de protection du visage, des mains et du corps.
D Les étincelles risquent de causer un incendie − éloigner toute
substance inflammable.
LES CHARGES ÉLECTROSTATIQUES peuvent endommager les circuits imprimés.
D Établir la connexion avec la barrette de terre
avant de manipuler des cartes ou des pièces.
D Utiliser des pochettes et des boîtes antistatiques pour stocker, dé-
placer ou expédier des cartes de circuits imprimes.
Les PIÈCES MOBILES peuvent
causer des blessures.
D Ne pas s’approcher des organes mobiles.
D Ne pas s’approcher des points de coincement
tels que des rouleaux de commande.
LES FILS DE SOUDAGE peuvent
provoquer des blessures.
D Ne pas appuyer sur la gâchette avant d’en
avoir reçu l’instruction.
D Ne pas diriger le pistolet vers soi, d’autres
personnes ou toute pièce mécanique en engageant le fil de
soudage.
L’EXPLOSION DE LA BATTERIE
peut provoquer des blessures.
D Ne pas utiliser l’appareil de soudage pour
charger des batteries ou faire démarrer des
véhicules à l’aide de câbles de démarrage,
sauf si l’appareil dispose d’une fonctionnalité
de charge de batterie destinée à cet usage.
Les PIÈCES MOBILES peuvent
causer des blessures.
D S’abstenir de toucher des organes mobiles tels
que des ventilateurs.
D Maintenir fermés et verrouillés les portes,
panneaux, recouvrements et dispositifs de protection.
D Lorsque cela est nécessaire pour des travaux d’entretien et de dé-
pannage, faire retirer les portes, panneaux, recouvrements ou
dispositifs de protection uniquement par du personnel qualifié.
D Remettre les portes, panneaux, recouvrements ou dispositifs de
protection quand l’entretien est terminé et avant de rebrancher
l’alimentation électrique.
LIRE LES INSTRUCTIONS.
D Lire et appliquer les instructions sur les
étiquettes et le Mode d’emploi avant l’installation, l’utilisation ou l’entretien de l’appareil.
Lire les informations de sécurité au début du
manuel et dans chaque section.
D N’utiliser que les pièces de rechange recommandées par le
constructeur.
D Effectuer l’installation, l’entretien et toute intervention selon les
manuels d’utilisateurs, les normes nationales, provinciales et de
l’industrie, ainsi que les codes municipaux.
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LE RAYONNEMENT HAUTE
FRÉQUENCE (H.F.) risque de
provoquer des interférences.
D Le rayonnement haute fréquence (H.F.) peut
pements de radio−navigation et de communication, les services
de sécurité et les ordinateurs.
D Demander seulement à des personnes qualifiées familiarisées avec
des équipements électroniques de faire fonctionner l’installation.
D L’utilisateur est tenu de faire corriger rapidement par un électricien
qualifié les interférences résultant de l’installation.
D Si le FCC signale des interférences, arrêter immédiatement l’appareil.
D Effectuer régulièrement le contrôle et l’entretien de l’installation.
D Maintenir soigneusement fermés les portes et les panneaux des
sources de haute fréquence, maintenir les éclateurs à une distance correcte et utiliser une terre et un blindage pour réduire les
interférences éventuelles.
provoquer des interférences avec les équi-
D Veiller à ce que tout l’équipement de la zone de soudage soit com-
D Pour réduire la possibilité d’interférence, maintenir les câbles de
D Veiller à souder à une distance de 100 mètres de tout équipement
D Veiller à ce que ce poste de soudage soit posé et mis à la terre
D En cas d’interférences après avoir pris les mesures précédentes,
2-4.Proposition californienne 65 Avertissements
LE SOUDAGE À L’ARC risque de
provoquer des interférences.
D L’énergie électromagnétique risque de
provoquer des interférences pour l’équipement
électronique sensible tel que les ordinateurs et
l’équipement commandé par ordinateur tel que
les robots.
patible électromagnétiquement.
soudage aussi courts que possible, les grouper, et les poser aussi
bas que possible (ex. par terre).
électronique sensible.
conformément à ce mode d’emploi.
il incombe à l’utilisateur de prendre des mesures supplémentaires
telles que le déplacement du poste, l’utilisation de câbles blindés,
l’utilisation de filtres de ligne ou la pose de protecteurs dans la zone
de travail.
Les équipements de soudage et de coupage produisent des
fumées et des gaz qui contiennent des produits chimiques
dont l’État de Californie reconnaît qu’ils provoquent des malformations congénitales et, dans certains cas, des cancers.
(Code de santé et de sécurité de Californie, chapitre 25249.5
et suivants)
2-5.Principales normes de sécurité
Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, ANSI Standard Z49.1,
is available as a free download from the American Welding Society at
http://www.aws.org or purchased from Global Engineering Documents
(phone: 1-877-413-5184, website: www.global.ihs.com).
Safe Practices for the Preparation of Containers and Piping for Welding
and Cutting, American Welding Society Standard AWS F4.1, from Glob-
al Engineering Documents (phone: 1-877-413-5184, website:
www.global.ihs.com).
Safe Practices for Welding and Cutting Containers that have Held Combustibles, American Welding Society Standard AWS A6.0, from Global
Engineering Documents (phone: 1-877-413-5184,
website: www.global.ihs.com).
National Electrical Code, NFPA Standard 70, from National Fire Protection Association, Quincy, MA 02269 (phone: 1-800-344-3555, website:
www.nfpa.org and www. sparky.org).
Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Cylinders, CGA Pamphlet P-1,
from Compressed Gas Association, 14501 George Carter Way, Suite
103, Chantilly, VA 20151 (phone: 703-788-2700, website:www.cganet.com).
Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, CSA Standard
W117.2, from Canadian Standards Association, Standards Sales, 5060
2-6.Informations relatives aux CEM
Ce produit contient des produits chimiques, notamment du
plomb, dont l’État de Californie reconnaît qu’ils provoquent
des cancers, des malformations congénitales ou d’autres
problèmes de procréation. Se laver les mains après
Safe Practice For Occupational And Educational Eye And Face Protection, ANSI Standard Z87.1, from American National Standards Institute,
25 West 43rd Street, New York, NY 10036 (phone: 212-642-4900, website: www.ansi.org).
Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and Other Hot
Work, NFPA Standard 51B, from National Fire Protection Association,
Quincy, MA 02269 (phone: 1-800-344-3555, website: www.nfpa.org).
OSHA, Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Indus-
try, Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 1910, Subpart Q,
and Part 1926, Subpart J, from U.S. Government Printing Office, Superintendent of Documents, P.O. Box 371954, Pittsburgh, PA 15250-7954
(phone: 1-866-512-1800) (there are 10 OSHA Regional Offices—
phone for Region 5, Chicago, is 312-353-2220, website:
www.osha.gov).
Applications Manual for the Revised NIOSH Lifting Equation, The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), 1600
Clifton Rd, Atlanta, GA 30329-4027 (phone: 1-800-232-4636, website:
www.cdc.gov/NIOSH).
Le courant électrique qui traverse tout conducteur génère des champs
électromagnétiques (CEM) à certains endroits. Le courant issu d’un
soudage à l’arc (et de procédés connexes, y compris le soudage par
points, le gougeage, le découpage plasma et les opérations de
chauffage par induction) crée un champ électromagnétique (CEM)
autour du circuit de soudage. Les champs électromagnétiques produits
peuvent causer interférence à certains implants médicaux, p. ex. les
stimulateurs cardiaques. Des mesures de protection pour les porteurs
d’implants médicaux doivent être prises: Limiter par exemple tout accès
aux passants ou procéder à une évaluation des risques individuels pour
les soudeurs. Tous les soudeurs doivent appliquer les procédures
suivantes pour minimiser l’exposition aux CEM provenant du circuit de
soudage:
1. Rassembler les câbles en les torsadant ou en les attachant avec
du ruban adhésif ou avec une housse.
2. Ne pas se tenir au milieu des câbles de soudage. Disposer les
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câbles d’un côté et à distance de l’opérateur.
3. Ne pas courber et ne pas entourer les câbles autour de votre
corps.
4. Maintenir la tête et le torse aussi loin que possible du matériel du
circuit de soudage.
5. Connecter la pince sur la pièce aussi près que possible de la
soudure.
6. Ne pas travailler à proximité d’une source de soudage, ni
s’asseoir ou se pencher dessus.
7. Ne pas souder tout en portant la source de soudage ou le
dévidoir.
En ce qui concerne les implants médicaux :
Les porteurs d’implants doivent d’abord consulter leur médecin avant
de s’approcher des opérations de soudage à l’arc, de soudage par
points, de gougeage, du coupage plasma ou de chauffage par induction. Si le médecin approuve, il est recommandé de suivre les
procédures précédentes.
SECTION 3 − DEFINITIONS
3-1.Additional Safety Symbols And Definitions
. Some symbols are found only on CE products.
Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards as shown by the symbols.
Drive rolls can injure fingers.
3-2.Miscellaneous Symbols And Definitions
. Some symbols are found only on CE products.
Safe1 2012−05
Safe32 2012−05
U
I
A
0
1max
S
Amperage
Positive
OutputVoltage InputOffOn
Do Not Switch
While Welding
Rated No Load
Voltage (OCV)
Rated Maximum
Supply Current
TemperatureIncreasePercent
Suitable For
Welding In An
Environment With
Increased Risk Of
Electric Shock
U
I
I
V
1
2
1
Voltage
Direct Current
(DC)
Gas Metal Arc
Welding (GMAW)
Primary Voltage
Rated Welding
Current
Rated Supply
Current
Hz
U
X
I
1eff
HertzNegative
Single PhaseInput
Wire FeedCircuit Protector
Conventional Load
2
Voltage
Duty Cycle
Maximum Effective
Supply Current
Line Connection
Single Phase
Transformer-
Rectifier
Protective Earth
(Ground)
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SECTION 4 − SPECIFICATIONS
4-1.Serial Number And Rating Label Location
The serial number and rating information for this product is located on the back. Use rating label to determine input power requirements and/or rated
output. For future reference, write serial number in space provided on back cover of this manual.
4-2.Unit Specifications For 230 VAC
. Do not use information in unit specifications table to determine electrical service requirements. See Sections 5-8 and 5-12 for information on con-
necting input power.
Rated Welding
Output
150 A @ 23 Volts
DC, 30% Duty Cycle
Wire Type
And Diameter
Amperage
Range
25 − 210
Solid/
Stainless
.023 − .035 in.
(0.6 − 0.9 mm)
Maximum Open-
Circuit Voltage
DC
34245.544.72
Flux Cored
.030 − .045 in.
(0.8 − 1.2 mm)
Amperes Input at
Rated Load Output
230 V, 60 Hz,
Single-Phase
AluminumWire Feed Speed Range
.030 − .035 in.
(0.8 − 0.9 mm)
KVAKW
70 − 750 IPM (1.8 − 19.0 m/min) At No Load
40 − 680 IPM (1.0 − 17.3 m/min) Feeding Wire
Weight
W/ Gun
79 lb
(36 kg)
Overall
Dimensions
Length: 19-1/2 in.
(495 mm)
Width: 10-5/8 in.
(273 mm)
Height: 12-3/8 in.
(314 mm)
4-3.Unit Specifications For 115 VAC
. Do not use information in unit specifications table to determine electrical service requirements. See Sections 5-8 and 5-13 for information on con-
necting input power.
Rated Welding
Output
90 A @ 19
Volts DC, 20%
Duty Cycle
Wire Type
And Diameter
Amperage Range
25 − 140
Solid/Stain-
less
.023 - .035 in.
(0.6 - 0.9
mm)
Maximum
Open-Circuit
Voltage DC
28202.842.41
Flux CoredAluminum
.030 - .035 in.
(0.8 - 0.9
mm)
.030 in.
(0.8 mm)
Amperes Input at
Rated Load Output 120 V, 60 Hz,
Single-Phase
60 − 740 IPM (1.5 − 18.8 m/min) At No Load
40 − 600 IPM (1.0 − 15.2 m/min) Feeding Wire
KVAKW
Wire Feed Speed Range
Weight
W/ Gun
(36 kg)
79 lb
Overall
Dimensions
Length: 19-1/2 in.
(495 mm)
Width: 10-5/8 in.
(273 mm)
Height: 12-3/8 in.
(314 mm)
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4-4.Duty Cycle And Overheating
230 VAC
30% duty cycle at 150 amps
3 Minutes Welding7 Minutes Resting
Duty Cycle is percentage of 10
minutes that unit can weld at rated
load without overheating.
If unit overheats, thermostat(s)
opens, output stops, and cooling
fan runs. Wait fifteen minutes for
unit to cool. Reduce amperage or
duty cycle before welding.
NOTICE − Exceeding duty cycle
can damage unit or gun and void
warranty.
115 VAC
20% duty cycle at 90 amps
2 Minutes Welding8 Minutes Resting
Overheating
0
Minutes
15
A or V
OR
Reduce Duty Cycle
duty1 4/95 − 249 620-A
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4-5.Volt-Ampere Curves
35
30
The volt-ampere curves show the
minimum and maximum voltage
and amperage output capabilities of
the welding power source. Curves
of other settings fall between the
curves shown.
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SECTION 5 − INSTALLATION
5-1.Selecting A Location
Location And Airflow
1
18 in
(460 mm)
2
(460 mm)
!Do not move or operate
unit where it could tip.
18 in
5-2.Installing Nozzle, Contact Tip, And Adapter
2
3
Head
1
8 mm
Tube
!Special installation may be
required where gasoline or
volatile liquids are present −
see NEC Article 511 or CEC
Section 20.
1 Lifting Handle
Use handle to lift unit.
2 Line Disconnect Device
Locate unit near correct input power
supply.
Loc_handler 2015-11
!Turn off welding power
source.
1 Nozzle
2 Contact Tip
3 Tip Adapter
. Wire size stamped on tip − check
and match wire size.
Tools Needed:
8 mm
5-3.Installing Work Clamp
. Connection hardware must be tightened with proper tools. Do not just hand
tighten hardware. A loose electrical connection will cause poor weld
performance and excessive heating of the work clamp.
Tools Needed:
10 mm
2
Ref. 243 839-A
1 Work Clamp
2 Work Cable From Unit
3 Screw
6
5
4
3
1
4 Flat Washer
5 Lock Washer
6 Nut
Route work cable through hole in
clamp handle. Secure cable with
hardware as shown.
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5-4.Installing Welding Gun
6
. Be sure that gun end is tight against drive assembly.
Incorrect
Gun Not Seated
Spool Gun
MIG Gun
3
Exposed O-rings
will cause shielding
gas leakage.
1
3
Gun Fully Seated
4
Correct
1 Drive Assembly
2 MIG Gun
5
2
3
3 Gun Securing Thumbscrew
4 Gun End
Loosen thumbscrew. Insert end
through opening until it bottoms
against drive assembly. Tighten
thumbscrew.
Welding gun must be inserted
completely to prevent leakage of
shielding gas.
5 Gun Trigger Leads
Insert plug into receptacle, and
tighten threaded collar.
6 Spool Gun/MIG Gun Switch
Place switch in MIG Gun position.
Close door.
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5-5.Process/Polarity Table
ProcessPolarity
GMAW − Solid wire with shielding gas DCEP − Reverse polarity Connect to positive (+) output
FCAW − Self-shielding wire − no
shielding gas
DCEN − Straight PolarityConnect to negative (−) output
terminal
terminal
Cable To GunCable To Work
5-6.Changing Polarity
CHANGING
POLARITY
DCEN
Electrode negative
for flux cored wire
1
DCEP
Electrode positive
for solid wire
Cable Connections
Connect to negative (−) output terminal
Connect to positive (+) output terminal
!Turn off welding power
source.
1 Lead Connections For Direct
Current Electrode Negative
(DCEN)
2 Lead Connections For Direct
Current Electrode Positive
(DCEP)
Always read and follow wire
manufacturer’s recommended
polarity, and see Section 5-5.
Close door.
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5-7.Installing Gas Supply
. DO NOT use Argon/Mixed gas regulator/flowmeter with
CO2 shielding gas. See Accessories/Consumables for
optional CO2 gas regulator/flowmeter.
4
7
5
6
Argon Gas Or
Mixed Gas
Obtain gas cylinder and chain to
running gear, wall, or other
stationary support so cylinder
cannot fall and break off valve.
1 Cap
1
2
3
2 Cylinder Valve
Remove cap, stand to side of valve,
and open valve slightly. Gas flow
blows dust and dirt from valve.
Close valve.
3 Cylinder
4 Regulator/Flowmeter
Install so face is vertical.
5 Regulator/Flowmeter Gas
Hose Connection
6 Welding Power Source Gas
Hose Connection
Connect supplied gas hose
between regulator/flowmeter gas
hose connection, and fitting on rear
of welding power source.
7 Flow Adjust
Flow rate should be set when gas is
flowing through welding power
source and welding gun. Open
pressure assembly so that wire will
not feed. Press gun trigger to start
gas flow.
Typical flow rate is 20 cfh (cubic
feet per hour). Check wire
manufacturer’s recommended
flow rate.
After flow is set, close pressure
assembly.
Pressure Assembly
Open
Tools Needed:
5/8 or 11/16, 1-1/8 in.
Pressure Assembly
Closed
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5-8.Electrical Service Guide
Failure to follow these electrical service guide recommendations could create an electric shock or fire hazard. These recommendations are for a dedicated circuit sized for the rated output and duty cycle of the welding power source.
In dedicated circuit installations, the National Electrical Code (NEC) allows the receptacle or conductor rating to be less than the rating
of the circuit protection device. All components of the circuit must be physically compatible. See NEC articles 210.21, 630.11, and
630.12.
60 Hz Single Phase
Input Voltage (V)230 Volts AC115 Volts AC
Input Amperes (A) At Rated Output24
Max Recommended Standard Fuse Rating In Amperes
Time-Delay Fuses
Normal Operating Fuses
Min Input Conductor Size In AWG
Max Recommended Input Conductor Length In Feet (Meters)
Min Grounding Conductor Size In AWG
Reference: 2014 National Electrical Code (NEC) (including article 630)
1 If a circuit breaker is used in place of a fuse, choose a circuit breaker with time-current curves comparable to the recommended fuse.
2 “Time-Delay” fuses are UL class “RK5” . See UL 248.
3 “Normal Operating” (general purpose - no intentional delay) fuses are UL class “K5” (up to and including 60 amps), and UL class “H” ( 65 amps and
above).
4 Conductor data in this section specifies conductor size (excluding flexible cord or cable) between the panelboard and the equipment per NEC Table
310.15(B)(16). If a flexible cord or cable is used, minimum conductor size may increase. See NEC Table 400.5(A) for flexible cord and cable
requirements.
4
4
1
2
3
30
35
14
53
(16)
14
Elec Serv 2014−01
A 20 ampere
individual branch
circuit
protected by
time-delay fuses
or circuit breaker
is required.
See Section 4-3
5-9.Extension Cord Data (Use Shortest Cord Possible)
. When calculating max. cord length, remember to include conductor length from line disconnect device to input power receptacle.
Input Power
Input Voltage
115 V16014 AWG25 ft (8 m)
115 V16012 AWG55 ft (17 m)
115 V16010 AWG100 ft (30 m)
230 V16014 AWG53 ft (16 m)
Phase
HertzConductor SizeMax. Cord Length
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5-10. Multi−Voltage Plug (MVP) Connection
Selecting Plug
2
3
4
5
6
7
1
!Do not cut off power cord con-
nector and rewire. The power
cord connector and plugs will
work with standard NEMA receptacles. Modifying power
cord, connector, and plugs will
void product warranty.
Selecting Plug
1 Power Cord Connector From
Welding Power Source
Select plug for power supply receptacle
available at site. Not all plugs shown are
provided as standard with unit.
2 Plug − NEMA Type 5−15P
3 Receptacle − NEMA Type 5−15R
(Customer Supplied)
Connecting Plug To Power Cord
4 Plug − NEMA Type 5−20P (Optional)
5 Receptacle − NEMA Type 5−20R
(Customer Supplied)
6 Plug − NEMA Type 6−50P
7 Receptacle − NEMA Type 6−50R
(Customer Supplied)
!Follow electrical service guide for
230 VAC in Section 5-8. Do not use
plug rating to size branch circuit
protection.
MVP Plug1 2012−03 / Ref. 803 812-C
Connecting Plug To Power Cord
Align arrow on plug with arrow on power
cord connector. Push together.
Tighten threaded collar. As threaded collar
is tightened, push plug onto adapter until
collar is completely tight.
Connect plug to receptacle.
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5-11. Connecting Input Power
1
Align arrows before threading together
2
4
6
3
5
7
!Do Not modify or rewire receptacle
connection.
!Do Not cut off power cord connector
and rewire. The power cord
connector and plugs will work with
standard NEMA receptacles.
Modifying power cord, connector,
and plugs will void product
warranty.
!Special installation may be required
where gasoline or volatile liquids
are present − see NEC Article 511 or
CEC Section 20.
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Supply correct input power (see Section
4-1).
For 115 VAC input power, a 20 ampere
individual branch circuit protected by
time-delay fuses or circuit breaker is
required, see Section 5-13. For 230 VAC
input power, see Section 5-12.
1 Power Cord Connector
2 Plug − NEMA Type 5-15P
3 Receptacle − NEMA Type 5-15R
(Customer Supplied)
4 Plug − NEMA Type 5-20P (Optional)
250 332-B
5 Receptacle NEMA Type 5-20R
(Customer Supplied)
6 Plug − NEMA Type 6-50P
7 Receptacle − NEMA Type 6-50R
(Customer Supplied)
Select plug for power supply receptacle
available at site. Install plug onto power
cord adapter. As threaded collar is
tightened, push plug onto adapter until
collar is completely tight.
Connect plug to receptacle.
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5-12. Connecting 1−Phase Input Power For 230 VAC Input
1
Tools Needed:
3
L1
L2
6
1
9
=GND/PE Earth Ground
7
2
4
5
8
!Installation must meet all National and
Local Codes − have only qualified persons make this installation.
!Disconnect and lockout/tagout input
power before connecting input conductors from unit. Follow established
procedures regarding the installation
and removal of lockout/tagout
devices.
!Always connect green or green/yellow
conductor to supply grounding terminal first, and never to a line terminal.
See rating label on unit and check input voltage available at site.
1 Input Power Cord
2 Disconnect Device (switch shown in the
OFF position)
3 Disconnect Device Grounding Terminal
4 Disconnect Device Line Terminals
5 Black And White Input Conductor (L1
And L2)
6 Green Or Green/Yellow Grounding
Conductor
Connect green or green/yellow grounding
conductor to disconnect device grounding
terminal first.
L2
230 VAC, 1
input4 2012−05 − Ref. 803 766-C / 250 332-B
Connect input conductors L1 and L2 to disconnect device line terminals.
7 Over-Current Protection
Select type and size of over-current protec-
tion using Section 5-8 (fused disconnect
switch shown).
8 Receptacle (NEMA 6-50R)
Connect receptacle as shown.
Close and secure door on disconnect device.
Follow established lockout/tagout procedures to put unit in service.
9 Plug (NEMA 6-50P)
Connect plug to receptacle.
L1
input4 2012−05 − 803 766-C / 260 711-A
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5-13. Connecting 1-Phase Input Power For 115 VAC Input
1
2
!Installation must meet all National
and Local Codes − have only
qualified persons make this
installation.
!Always connect green or green/
yellow conductor to supply
grounding terminal first, and never
to a line terminal.
For 115 volts AC input power, a 20 ampere
individual branch circuit protected by
time-delay fuses or circuit breaker is
required.
1 Multi-Voltage Plug And Power Cord
Connector (NEMA Type 5−15P Plug
Shown)
For multi−voltage plug connections, see
Section 5-11.
2 Receptacle − NEMA Type 5−15R
(Customer Supplied)
5-14. Installing Wire Spool And Adjusting Hub Tension
Installing 4 in. (102 mm) Wire Spool
Installing 8 in. (203 mm) Wire Spool
Adapter used with 8 in.
(203 mm) spool only.
Ref. 250 332-B
When a slight force is needed
to turn spool, tension is set.
When a slight force is needed
to turn spool, tension is set.
Tools Needed:
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Retaining ring used
with 8 in. (203 mm)
spool only.
1/2 in.
803 012 / 803 013 -B / Ref. 802 971-C
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5-15. Connecting Optional Spool Gun
7
Spool Gun
6
MIG Gun
1
. Be sure that gun end is tight against drive assembly.
4
Exposed O-rings will
cause shielding gas
leakage.
Gun Not Seated
1 Drive Assembly
2 Spool Gun
3 Gun Securing Thumbscrew
4 Gun End
Loosen thumbscrew. Insert end
through opening until it bottoms
against drive assembly. Tighten
thumbscrew.
5
4
3
2
CorrectIncorrect
Gun Fully Seated
Spool gun must be inserted
completely to prevent leakage of
shielding gas.
5 Gun Trigger Plug
Insert plug into receptacle, and
tighten threaded collar.
6 Spool Gun/MIG Gun Switch
Place switch in Spool Gun position.
7 Polarity Changeover Terminal
Block
To make proper polarity connection,
see welding power source Owner’s
Manual.
Close door.
8 Wire Feed Speed Control
Wire feed speed is controlled by
welding power source Wire Speed
control (see welding power source
Owner’s Manual or door chart for
appropriate setting).
4
9 Voltage Control
Arc voltage is controlled by welding
power source Voltage control (see
welding power source Owner’s
Manual or door chart for
appropriate setting).
10 Trigger
Press trigger to energize welding
power source contactor, start
shielding gas flow, and begin wire
feed.
10
8
9
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feed roll is set to correct groove to
match wire size (see Section 7-4).
Tighten
13
52
. Hold wire tightly to keep it
from unraveling.
6 in
(150 mm)
Pull and hold wire; cut off end.
. Use pressure indicator
scale to set a desired
drive roll pressure.
Pressure
Indicator
Scale
4 in
(120 mm)
Push wire thru guides into gun;
continue to hold wire.
Be sure that wire is positioned
in proper feed roll groove.
Close and tighten pressure
assembly, and let go of wire.
Press gun trigger until wire comes
out of gun.
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Remove gun nozzle
and contact tip.
Be sure that tip matches wire diameter.
Reinstall contact tip and nozzle.
Turn power on. Be sure that Voltage range
switch is set to range 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, or 7 to
feed wire. Rotate knob until it “clicks” into
detent. Wire will not feed if range switch is
set between ranges.
Tighten
WOOD
Feed wire to check drive roll pressure.
Tighten knob enough to prevent slipping.
Cut off wire. Close door.
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SECTION 6 − OPERATION
1
5
2
4
3
1 Wire Speed Control
Control varies the rate of wire being fed
through the welding gun.
2 Power Switch/Supplementary
Protector
Turns power on and off. Also, this switch
functions as supplementary protector CB1.
CB1 protects unit from overload. If CB1
opens, unit shuts down.
6
Reset power switch/supplementary
protector.
3 Voltage Control
Control varies the voltage level of the
welding arc. The voltage range is 4
(minimum) to 7 (maximum) on 115 VAC
and 1 (minimum) to 7 (maximum) on 230
VAC.
250 650-A
. Switch must “click” into detent
position. DO NOT switch under load.
4 Over Temperature Light
Light illuminates if main transformer
overheats.
5 Gun Trigger Receptacle
6 Trigger Switch
When pressed, energizes wire feed motor
and gas valve for shielding gas flow.
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6-2.Weld Parameter Chart
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SECTION 7 − MAINTENANCE &TROUBLESHOOTING
7-1.Routine Maintenance
!Disconnect power
. Maintain more often
during severe conditions.
n = CheckZ = Change~ = Cleanl = Replace
* To be done by Factory Authorized Service Agent
before maintaining.
Reference
Every
3
Months
Every
6
Months
l Unreadable Labels~ Weld Terminalsl Damaged Gas Hosenl Weld Cables
nl Cordsnl Gun Cables
~ Drive Rolls~ Inside Unit
7-2.Overload Protection
OR
1 Supplementary Protector
CB1/Power Switch
CB1 protects unit from overload. If
CB1 opens, unit shuts down.
Reset supplementary protector/
power switch.
CB1 also turns unit on and off.
1
250 653-A
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7-3.Drive Motor Protection
Drive motor protection circuit protects drive motor from overload. If drive motor becomes inoperative, release gun trigger and wait until protection circuit
resets allowing drive motor to feed wire again.
7-4.Changing Drive Roll Or Wire Inlet Guide
1 Inlet Wire Guide Securing Screw
2 Inlet Wire Guide
Loosen thumbscrew. Slide tip as close to
drive rolls as possible without touching.
Tighten thumbscrew.
3 Two Or Three Groove Drive Roll
. Unit comes with one drive roll. Drive roll
included will vary by manufacture date.
Two Groove drive rolls have two different
5
2
4
1
. Be sure gun is fully inserted into drive
housing. Liner to drive roll distance
should be within 1/8 in. (3.2 mm). of
each other.
3
Two Groove Drive Roll*
.030/.035 V Groove
is used for Solid Wire
Stamped
.030/.035
VK Grooved
.030/.035 VK Groove
is used for Flux Core
(Gasless) Wire
Stamped .030/.035 V
size grooves. When installed, the groove
size that can be read on the face of the drive
roll is the size of the groove that is lined up for
use.
Three Groove drive rolls have three different
size grooves. The text aligned with the drive
roll retaining pin indicates the selected
groove.
. VK (Knurled) groove is used for flux
cored wire and V groove is used for solid
wire.
4 Retaining Pin
To secure drive roll, locate open slot and
push drive roll completely over retaining pin,
then rotate drive roll (1/4 turn) to closed slot.
5 Drive Roll Tension Knob
Using flux core wire with VK groove, tension
should be set between 1-1/2 to 2. Higher
setting may cause welding wire to deform
and not allow proper feeding.
Flux Core Wire − Recommended stickout is
1/2 in. (12.7 mm) from gun tip.
Solid Wire − Recommended stickout is 3/8 in.
(9.5 mm) from gun tip.
Actual drive roll may differ from that
shown. See Section 10-2 for additional
drive roll configurations.
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Three Groove Drive Roll*
.024 V Groove
*Drive roll included will vary by manufacture date.
.030−.035 V Groove
.030-.035 VK Groove
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7-5.Changing Nozzle, Contact Tip, Adapter And Liner, And Cleaning Gun Casing
!Turn off welding power
source.
1 Nozzle
2 Contact Tip
2
3
Head
Tube
1
3 Tip Adapter
. Wire size stamped on tip − check
and match wire size.
8 mm
Remove nozzle,
contact tip, and
adapter.
Blow out
gun casing.
Cut off wire and
disconnect gun
from feeder.
Unscrew and
remove liner.
Lay gun cable out
straight before
installing new liner.
10 mm
Reassemble gun in
reverse order from
taking it apart.
Tools Needed:
8 mm, 10 mm
Liner
Stickout
5/8 in.
(16 mm)
Install
Liner
. Thread wire according to
welding power source/wire
feeder manual.
243 839-A
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7-6. Replacing Switch And/Or Head Tube
!Turn Off welding power source
/wire feeder and disconnect gun.
1
Remove screws (5)
and nuts (4).
Remove screw on
opposite side.
4
Secure head
tube in vice.
2
Remove handle halves.
Remove switch housing. Install new
switch and connect leads (polarity is
3
not important). Reassemble in
reverse order. If replacing head tube,
continue to end of figure.
6
Hand-tighten head tube into cable connector.
8
Remove from vice. Reposition handle halves, and
install switch housing.
5
Loosen jam nut.
Remove from vice
and turn head tube
out by hand.
7
Place head tube in vice and tighten until
nuts are tight.
9
Reinstall screws
and nuts.
Tools Needed:
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phillips
Reinstall screw on
opposite side.
15 mm
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7-7.Troubleshooting Table
TroubleRemedy
No weld output; wire does not feed; fan
does not run.
No weld output; wire does not feed; fan
motor continues to run.
No weld output; wire feeds.
Wire does not feed; wire is not energized; wire feeds unevenly.
Low weld output.Connect unit to proper input voltage or check for low line voltage.
Secure power cord plug in receptacle (see Section 5-11).
Replace building line fuse or reset circuit breaker if open.
Place Power switch in On position (see Section 6-1).
Reset welding power source supplementary protector (see Section 7-2).
Thermostat TP1 open (overheating). Allow fan to run with gun trigger switch off; thermostat closes when
unit has cooled (see Section 4-4).
Check Voltage range switch position. Rotate knob until it “clicks” into detent at desired range setting.
Secure gun trigger leads (see Section 5-4).
Connect work clamp to get good metal to metal contact.
Replace contact tip (see Section 7-5).
Check for proper polarity connections (see Section 5-6).
Check thumbscrew securing gun end to feed head adapter and tighten if necessary.
Check contact tip. Check for kinks in gun cable and liner.
Check gun trigger plug connection at welding power source/wire feeder.
Check, and if necessary, replace gun trigger switch (see Section 7-6).
Check contact tip. Check for kinks in gun cable. Blow out liner and gun casing (see Section 7-5).
Electrode wire feeding stops during
welding.
Weld porosity.
Place voltage switch in desired position (see Section 6-1).
Straighten gun cable and/or replace damaged parts.
Adjust drive roll pressure (see Section 5-16).
Change to proper drive roll groove (see Section 7-4).
Readjust hub tension (see Section 5-14).
Replace contact tip if blocked (see Section 7-5).
Clean or replace wire inlet guide or liner if dirty or plugged (see Section 7-4 or Section 7-5).
Replace drive roll or pressure bearing if worn or slipping (see Section 7-4).
Secure gun trigger leads or repair leads (see Section 5-4).
Check and clear any restrictions at drive assembly and liner (see Section 7-4 or Section 7-5).
Gun is not secured to feed head. Check thumbscrew securing gun end to feed head adapter and tighten
if necessary.
Have nearest Factory Authorized Service Agent check drive motor.
Remove weld spatter buildup in nozzle.
Check O-rings on gun connector and replace if damaged.
Make sure inner head tube is tight in cable connector.
Check gun connector to be sure it is fully inserted into drive assembly.
Check shielding gas flow/supply.
Check for proper output polarity (see Section 5-6)
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SECTION 8 − ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM
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249 315-A
Figure 8-1. Circuit Diagram
SECTION 9 − GMAW WELDING (MIG) GUIDELINES
9-1.Typical GMAW (MIG) Process Connections
Regulator/
Flowmeter
Wire Feeder/
Power Source
!Weld current can damage
electronic parts in vehicles.
Disconnect both battery
cables before welding on a
vehicle. Place work clamp as
close to the weld as possible.
Shielding Gas
Gas
Gun
Workpiece
Work Clamp
GMAW1 2015−01 (GMAW Only) − Ref. 801 909-A
9-2.Typical GMAW (MIG) Process Control Settings
. These settings are guidelines only. Material and wire type, joint design, fitup, position, shielding gas, etc. affect settings. Test welds to be sure
Incorrect polarity.Check polarity required by welding wire, and change to correct polarity at welding power source.
maintaining proper welding wire extension and arc characteristics.
Keep arc on leading edge of weld puddle.
Be sure welding wire extends not more than 1/2 in. (13 mm) beyond nozzle.
Reduce travel speed.
9-12. Troubleshooting − Incomplete Fusion
Incomplete Fusion − failure of weld metal to fuse completely with
base metal or a preceeding weld bead.
S-0637
Possible CausesCorrective Actions
Workpiece dirty.Remove all grease, oil, moisture, rust, paint, undercoating, and dirt from work surface before
welding.
Insufficient heat input.Select higher voltage range and/or adjust wire feed speed.
Improper welding technique.Place stringer bead in proper location(s) at joint during welding.
Adjust work angle or widen groove to access bottom during welding.
Momentarily hold arc on groove side walls when using weaving technique.
Keep arc on leading edge of weld puddle.
Use correct gun angle of 0 to 15 degrees.
9-13. Troubleshooting − Burn-Through
Burn-Through − weld metal melting completely through base metal
resulting in holes where no metal remains.
Possible CausesCorrective Actions
Excessive heat input.Select lower voltage range and reduce wire feed speed.
S-0640
Increase and/or maintain steady travel speed.
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9-14. Troubleshooting − Waviness Of Bead
Waviness Of Bead − weld metal that is not parallel and does not cover
joint formed by base metal.
Possible CausesCorrective Actions
Welding wire extends too far out of nozzle.Be sure welding wire extends not more than 1/2 in. (13 mm) beyond nozzle.
Unsteady hand.Support hand on solid surface or use two hands.
9-15. Troubleshooting − Distortion
Distortion − contraction of weld metal during welding that forces
base metal to move.
Base metal moves
in the direction of
the weld bead.
Possible CausesCorrective Actions
Excessive heat input.Use restraint (clamp) to hold base metal in position.
S-0641
S-0642
Notes
Make tack welds along joint before starting welding operation.
Select lower voltage range and/or reduce wire feed speed.
Increase travel speed.
Weld in small segments and allow cooling between welds.
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9-16. Common GMAW (MIG) Shielding Gases
This is a general chart for common gases and where they are used. Many different combinations (mixtures) of
shielding gases have been developed over the years. The most commonly used shielding gases are listed in the
following table.
Application
Gas
Spray Arc Steel
Short Circuiting
Steel
Spray Arc
Stainless Steel
Short Circuiting
Stainless Steel
Spray Arc
Aluminum
ArgonAll Positions
Argon + 1% O
Argon + 2% O
Argon + 5% O
Argon + 8% CO
Argon + 25%
CO
2
Argon + 50%
CO
2
CO
2
Flat & Horizontal
2
Flat & Horizontal
2
Flat & Horizontal
2
Flat & Horizontal
2
Flat & Horizontal
Flat & Horizontal
Fillet
Fillet
Fillet
Fillet
Fillet
Fillet
5
Flat & Horizontal
Fillet
5
Flat & Horizontal
Fillet
5
5
All Positions
1
All PositionsAll Positions4
All Positions
1
All Positions
5
5
HeliumAll Positions
Argon + HeliumAll Positions
Short Circuiting
5
2
2
Aluminum
All Positions
4
Tri-Mix
All Positions
1 Globular Transfer
2 Heavy Thicknesses
3 Single Pass Welding Only
4 90% HE + 7-1/2% AR + 2-1/2% CO
2
5 Also for GMAW-P, All Positions
9-17. Troubleshooting Guide For Semiautomatic Welding Equipment
ProblemProbable CauseRemedy
Wire feed motor operates, but
wire does not feed.
Wire curling up in front of the
wire feed rolls (bird nesting).
Too little pressure on wire feed rolls.Increase pressure setting on wire feed rolls.
Incorrect wire feed rolls.Check size stamped on wire feed rolls, replace to match
wire size and type if necessary.
Wire spool brake pressure too high.Decrease brake pressure on wire spool.
Restriction in the gun and/or assembly.Check and replace cable, gun, and contact tip if
damaged. Check size of contact tip and cable liner,
replace if necessary.
Too much pressure on wire feed rolls.Decrease pressure setting on wire feed rolls.
Incorrect cable liner or gun contact tip size.Check size of contact tip and check cable liner length
and diameter, replace if necessary.
Gun end not inserted into drive housing properly.Loosen gun securing bolt in drive housing and push gun
end into housing just enough so it does not touch wire
feed rolls.
Dirty or damaged (kinked) liner.Replace liner.
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ProblemRemedyProbable Cause
Wire feeds, but no gas flows.
Gas cylinder empty.Replace empty gas cylinder.
Gas nozzle plugged.Clean or replace gas nozzle.
Gas cylinder valve not open or flowmeter not adjusted. Open gas valve at cylinder and adjust flow rate.
Welding arc not stable.
Restriction in gas line.Check gas hose between flowmeter and wire feeder, and
Loose or broken wires to gas solenoid.Have Factory Authorized Service Agent repair wiring.
Gas solenoid valve not operating.Have Factory Authorized Service Agent replace gas
Incorrect primary voltage connected to welding power
source.
Wire slipping in drive rolls.Adjust pressure setting on wire feed rolls. Replace worn
Wrong size gun liner or contact tip.Match liner and contact tip to wire size and type.
Incorrect voltage setting for selected wire feed speed on
welding power source.
Loose connections at the gun weld cable or work cable. Check and tighten all connections.
Gun in poor shape or loose connection inside gun.Repair or replace gun as necessary.
gas hose in gun and cable assembly.
solenoid valve.
Check primary voltage and relink welding power source
for correct voltage.
drive rolls if necessary.
Readjust welding parameters.
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SECTION 10 − ACCESSORIES/CONSUMABLES
10-1. Accessories
Part No.DescriptionRemarks
194 776Small Running Gear/Cylinder RackFor One Small Gas Cylinder, 75 lb (34 kg) max.
195 186Protective CoverWeatherproof Nylon
245 926H100S4−10 Replacement Gun10 ft length/.030−.035 wire size
300 796SpoolRunner 100 Spool GunFor push/pull wire feeding
221 037**
770 198*
237 702**Regulator/Flowmeter
*Available at farm and tool supply retailers.
** Available at Hobart/Miller welding distributors.
Regulator/Flowmeter
10-2. Consumables
ItemHobart Package Part No.*Miller Package Part No. **
Contact Tips
.023/.025 in. (0.6 mm)770 174 (5 per package)087 299 (10 per package)
.030 in. (0.8 mm)770 177 (5 per package)000 067 (10 per package)
.035 in. (0.9 mm)770 180 (5 per package)000 068 (10 per package)
.045 in. (1.2 mm)770 183 (5 per package)000 069 (10 per package)
For Argon and Argon mixed shielding gas. Use
with replacement hose 269 815.
For CO2 shielding gas. Use with replacement gas
hose 144 108.
MIG Nozzle (Standard)770 404169 715
Gasless Flux Cored Nozzle770 487226 190
Tip Adapter770 402169 716
Replacement Liners
.023/.025 in. (0.6 mm)196 139194 010
.030/.035 in. (0.8/0.9 mm)196 139194 011
.035/.045 in. (0.9/1.2 mm)196 140194 012
Replacement Drive RollsFor All Feed Head Assemblies
.023/.025 in. (0.6 mm) and
.030/.035 in. (0.8/ 0.9 mm)
V and VK Groove
.030/.035 in. (0.8/ 0.9 mm)
and .045 in. (1.2 mm)
VK Groove
*Available at farm and tool supply retailers.
** Available at Hobart/Miller welding distributors.
261 157261 157
202 926202 926
. A complete Parts List is available on-line at www.HobartWelders.com
To maintain the factory original performance of your equipment, use only Manufacturer’s Suggested
Replacement Parts. Model and serial number required when ordering parts from your local distributor.
OM-260 274 Page 39
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Effective January 1, 2015
5/3/1 WARRANTY applies to all Hobart welding equipment, plasma cutters and spot welders with a
serial number preface of MF or newer.
This limited warranty supersedes all previous Hobart warranties and is exclusive with
Hobart products are serviced by Hobart or Miller Authorized Service Agencies.
LIMITED WARRANTY − Subject to the terms and conditions
below, Hobart Brothers Co., Troy, Ohio, and Miller Electric Mfg.
Co., Appleton, Wisconsin, warrants to its original retail purchaser
that new Hobart equipment sold after the effective date of this
limited warranty is free of defects in material and workmanship at
the time it is shipped by Hobart. THIS WARRANTY IS
EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS
OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
Within the warranty periods listed below, Hobart/Miller will repair or
replace any warranted parts or components that fail due to such
defects in material or workmanship. Hobart/Miller must be notified
in writing within thirty (30) days of such defect or failure, at which
time Hobart/Miller will provide instructions on the warranty claim
procedures to be followed. If notification is submitted as an online
warranty claim, the claim must include a detailed description of the
fault and the troubleshooting steps taken to identify failed
components and the cause of their failure.
Hobart/Miller shall honor warranty claims on warranted equipment
listed below in the event of such a failure within the warranty time
periods. All warranty time periods start on the delivery date of the
equipment to the original retail purchaser, and not to exceed twelve
months after the equipment is shipped to a North American
distributor or twelve months after the equipment is shipped to an
International distributor.
1. 5 Years — Parts and Labor
* Original Main Power Rectifiers only to include SCRs,
2. 3 Years — Parts and Labor
* Drive Systems
* Idle Module
* PC Boards
* Rotors, Stators and Brushes
* Solenoid Valves
* Spot Welder Transformer
* Switches and Controls
3. 1 Year — Parts and Labor Unless Specified
(90 days for industrial use)
(NOTE: Field options are coveredfor the remaining
warranty period of the product they are installed in, or
for a minimum of one year — whichever is greater.)
* Flowgauge and Flowmeter Regulators (No Labor)
* HF Units
* MIG Guns/TIG Torches
* Motor-Driven Guns
* Plasma Cutting Torches
* Regulators
* Relays
* Remote Controls
* Replacement Parts (No labor) − 90 days
* Running Gear/Trailers
* Water Coolant Systems
* Spoolguns
4. 6 Months — Parts
* Batteries
5. Engines and tires are warranted separately by the
manufacturer.
no other guarantees or warranties expressed or implied.
Hobart’s 5/3/1 Limited Warranty shall not apply to:
1. Consumable components; such as contact tips,
cutting nozzles, contactors, brushes, relays, work
station table tops and welding curtains, or parts that
fail due to normal wear. (Exception: brushes and
relays are covered on all engine-driven products.)
2. Items furnished by Hobart/Miller, but manufactured by
others, such as engines or trade accessories. These
items are covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, if any.
3. Equipment that has been modified by any party other than
Hobart/Miller, or equipment that has been improperly
installed, improperly operated or misused based upon
industry standards, or equipment which has not had
reasonable and necessary maintenance, or equipment
which has been used for operation outside of the
specifications for the equipment.
HOBART PRODUCTS ARE INTENDED FOR PURCHASE AND
USE BY COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL USERS AND PERSONS
TRAINED AND EXPERIENCED IN THE USE AND
MAINTENANCE OF WELDING EQUIPMENT.
In the event of a warranty claim covered by this warranty, the
exclusive remedies shall be, at Hobart’s/Miller’s option: (1) repair;
or (2) replacement; or, where authorized in writing by Hobart/Miller
in appropriate cases, (3) the reasonable cost of repair or
replacement at an authorized Hobart/Miller service station; or (4)
payment of or credit for the purchase price (less reasonable
depreciation based upon actual use) upon return of the goods at
customer’s risk and expense. Hobart’s/Miller’s option of repair or
replacement will be F.O.B., Factory at Appleton, Wisconsin, or
F.O.B. at a Hobart/Miller authorized service facility as determined
by Hobart/Miller. Therefore no compensation or reimbursement for
transportation costs of any kind will be allowed.
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE REMEDIES
PROVIDED HEREIN ARE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE
REMEDIES. IN NO EVENT SHALL HOBART/MILLER BE LIABLE
FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOSS OF
PROFIT), WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT OR ANY
OTHER LEGAL THEORY.
ANY EXPRESS WARRANTY NOT PROVIDED HEREIN AND
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY, GUARANTY OR
REPRESENTATION AS TO PERFORMANCE, AND ANY
REMEDY FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT TORT OR ANY
OTHER LEGAL THEORY WHICH, BUT FOR THIS PROVISION,
MIGHT ARISE BY IMPLICATION, OPERATION OF LAW,
CUSTOM OF TRADE OR COURSE OF DEALING, INCLUDING
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WITH RESPECT TO
ANY AND ALL EQUIPMENT FURNISHED BY HOBART/MILLER
IS EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED BY Hobart/Miller.
Some states in the U.S.A. do not allow limitations of how long an
implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion of incidental, indirect,
special or consequential damages, so the above limitation or
exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty provides specific
legal rights, and other rights may be available, but may vary from
state to state.
In Canada, legislation in some provinces provides for certain
additional warranties or remedies other than as stated herein, and
to the extent that they may not be waived, the limitations and
exclusions set out above may not apply. This Limited Warranty
provides specific legal rights, and other rights may be available,
but may vary from province to province.
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Purchase Date(Date which equipment was delivered to original customer.)