Hobart Welding Products 10 User Manual

PROCESSES

Stick (SMAW)
Welding

Champion 10,000

All-in-One 10,000-Watt AC Generator and DC Welder

211801

June 2008

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ombining a 10,000-watt generator with a 230-amp

constant-current DC welder, the Champion 10,000
is ideal for farm, general construction, and emergency
power applica tions. This unit is designed for Stick
welding with quick and easy arc starts. It also performs
general scratch start DC TIG. The Champion 10,000
offers a “no-nonsense” warranty. The engine is
warranted separately by the engine manufacturer.

Rated output decreases approximately 3.5% per 1000 ft (305 m) above sea level. The rated output of any engine-driven welder/generator decreases as temperatures rise. The ratings for the
Champion 10,000 were taken at high temperatures, only after the machine reached operating temperature. Even in hot weather the Champion 10,000 has the vigor to let you finish the job.

FEATURES BENEFITS

You get a generator

and

welder for about what you would pay for just a generator!

Smooth arc starts with minimal “sticking”. Extraordinary motor starting characteristics. Strong continuous
rating to run compressors, pumps, lights, hand tools and other equipment.

Provides stamina and long dependable service. Enclosed design, large battery, rugged electrical
connections and wiring, and circuit-breaker protection.

Just over 3 ft long and weighs 10 – 20% less than competitive units.

Modern engines from Robin or Kohler, with 10-gallon fuel tank and low oil pressure shutdown as standard
features. Dependable engines conserve fuel and provide long operation before refueling.

Help maintain scheduled routine oil servicing (every 100 hours) and other preventative maintenance.

Easy to set up and start welding.

Primarily designed for the Stick process, the Champion 10,000 also provides a smooth arc for scratch start
DC TIG welding.

All-in-one 10,000-watt generator
and 230-amp welder

Innovative Hobart technology

Heavy-duty construction

Lightweight and compact design

Choice of OHV engines

A “no tools” oil change and
standard hour meter

Quick-set current control

Smooth DC weld output

210 amps at 25 V,
60% duty cycle

Rated Output

230 amps at 25 V,
30% duty cycle

Amperage Range

50–230 amps

Max. Open-Circuit Voltage

73 VDC

Dimensions

H: 33 in (838 mm)
W: 18-3/4 in (476 mm)
D: 37-1/2 in (953 mm)

Auxiliary Power

10,000 watts peak; 120/240 VAC, 60Hz,
9,500 watts continuous while not welding

Net Weight

Kohler:440 lb (200 kg)
Robin: 445 lb (202 kg)

SPECIFICATIONS

(SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.)

INDUSTRIAL

Engine Brand

Kohler
#500 434

Subaru/Robin
#500 433

Type

Twin-cylinder, 4-cycle, overhead-valve,
industrial, air-cooled, gasoline engine

Twin-cylinder, 4-cycle, overhead-valve,
industrial, air-cooled, gasoline engine

Horsepower (HP)

23 HP at 3600 RPM
(3-year mfg. warranty)

22 HP at 3600 RPM
(3-year mfg. warranty)

Fuel Capacity

10 gallons

10 gallons

Weld Speed

3750 RPM

3750 RPM

Idle Speed

2200 RPM

2200 RPM

Oil Capacity/Change

1.75 qt (1.7 L) every 100 hours;
2 qt (1.9 L) w/filter every 200 hours

1.6 qt (1.55 L) every 100 hours;

1.8 qt (1.75 L) w/filter every 200 hours

ENGINE SPECIFICATIONS

(SUBJECT TO CHANGE WITHOUT NOTICE.)

Comes complete with 15 ft Work Cable and Clamp,
and 20 ft Welding Lead and Electrode Holder!

Hobart Welders An Illinois Tool Works Company

U.S. Distributor Sales Phone [phone] FAX [phone]
Hobart Retail Sales Phone [phone] FAX [phone]
Canadian Sales Phone [phone] FAX [phone]
International Sales Phone [phone] FAX [phone]

Web Site HobartWelders.com

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CONTROL PANEL

MOUNTING SPECIFICATIONS

1. Engine Control Switch allows for engine speed
selection. In Run/Idle position, engine runs at idle
speed at no load, and weld/power speed under load.

2. Engine Choke Control. Use control to change engine
air/fuel mix.

3. Engine Hour Meter. Combined with the Fastex “no
tools” oil change feature, routine service is easily
monitored and performed.

4. Amperage Control. Easy to set up for welding, and the
amperage control does not have to be turned up to
maximum to gain full auxiliary output.

5. Amperage Selection Chart. Explains weld settings for
typical electrode diameter sizes and types.

6. 120/240 Volt Receptacle. This versatile, 50-amp
circuit-breaker-protected receptacle can supply up to
10,000 watts of 230-volt power or, up to 10,000 watts of
120-volt power through two separate 120-volt circuits.
(Note: Protective covers not shown.)

7. 120 Volt Receptacle. Protected by two 20-amp
circuit breakers.

Champion 10,000

10,000-WATT AUXILIARY POWER GENERATOR • 230-AMP DC/CC WELDER

AMPERAGE ADJUST ENGINE

AC POWER: TOTAL ALL LOADS 10,000 WATTS

MADE IN

GND/PE

120 V / 240 V

START

RUN

RUN / IDLE

OFF

CHOKE

3/32

1/8
5/32
3/16
5/64
3/32

1/8
5/32
3/16
3/32

1/8
5/32
3/32

1/8
5/32
3/32

1/8
5/32
3/32

1/8
5/32
3/32

1/8
5/32

ELECTRODE

DIAMETER50100

150

200

AMPERAGE

RANGE

6010

&

6011

6013

7014

7018

7024

Ni-Cl

308L

MAXMIN

80

100

120

140

160 180

200

220

PERFORMANCE DATA

Fuel Consumption Data

The Champion 10,000 offers modern, fuel
efficient engines from Robin or Kohler. With
the OHV design, automatic idle and 10 gallon
fuel tank, you can expect to put in long hours
before having to stop and refuel. For example:

• Welding at 125 amps, 100% duty cycle,
uses about 1 gal of fuel every hour.

• While not welding, the engine drops to idle
speed using about 1/2 gal of fuel every hour.

• On a typical job using 1/8-in 7018 electrodes
(125 amps, 20% duty cycle) you can expect
over 16 hours of operation.

• Under a continuous load of 4,000 watts
of auxiliary power, the Champion 10,000
would run for about 9 hours.

A. 18 in (457 mm)

B. 16-9/16 in (421 mm)

C. 3/4 in (19 mm)

D. 3 in (76 mm)

E. 31-1/2 in (800 mm)

F. 37-1/2 in (953 mm)

G. 13/32 in (10 mm) Diameter

4 Holes

Engine End

G

AB

C

D

E

F

Typical Power Requirements for Farm, Home and Contractor Equipment

Rating

14 in

1-1/2 HP

2 HP, 14 in

HID
Metal Halide
Mercury
Vapor

400 gph

900 gph

1 HP

1.7 HP

Equipment

Band Saw

Air Compressor

Electric Chain Saw

Flood Lights

Submersible Pump

Centrifugal Pump

High Pressure Washer

Wet & Dry Vac

Starting
Watts

2500

8200

1100

125
313
1000
1250

600

900

6100

900

Running
Watts

1100

2200

1100

100
250

—

1000

200

500

1600

900

Rating

1/2 HP

1/3 HP
1-1/2 HP

550 PSI
700 PSI

1/3 HP

1/2 HP

1/2 in

8-1/4 in

10 in

Starting
Watts

3400

1720
8200

4500
6100

2150

3200

600

1400

6300

Running
Watts

1000

720
2200

1400
1600

750

1050

600

1400

1800

Equipment

Portable Conveyor

Farm-Duty Motors Std.,
(e.g. Conveyors, Feed
Augers, Air Compressors)

Washer 2 gal/min

2 gal/min

Refrigerator or Freezer

Sump Pump

Hand Drill

Circular Saw

Table Saw