Thank you and congratulations on choosing Hobart.
Now you can get the job done and get it done right.
We know you don’t have time to do it any other way.
This Owner’s Manual is designed to help you get the
most out of your Hobart products. Please take time
to read the Safety precautions. They will help you
protect yourself against
potential hazards on the
worksite. We’ve made
installation and operation
quick and easy. With Hobart you can count on
years of reliable service with proper
maintenance. And if for some reason the unit
Hobart is registered to the
ISO 9001 Quality System
Standard.
needs repair, there’s a Troubleshooting section
that will help you figure out what the problem
is. The parts list will then help you to decide
which exact part you may need to fix the
problem. Warranty and service information for
your particular model are also provided.
Hobart Welders manufactures a full line
of welders and welding related equipment.
For information on other quality Hobart
products, contact your local Hobart distributor
to receive the latest full line catalog or
individual catalog sheets. To locate your nearest
distributor or service agency call 1-877-Hobart1.
Hobart offers a Technical
Manual which provides
more detailed service and
parts information for your
unit. T o obtain a Technical
Manual, contact your local
distributor. Your distributor
can also supply you with
Welding Process Manuals
such as SMAW, GTAW,
GMAW, and GMA W-P.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
The following terms are
used interchangeably
throughout this manual:
TIG = GTA W
Stick = SMAW
WARNING
This product, when used
for welding or cutting,
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
SECTION 1 – SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING
1-1.Symbol Usage
Means Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards
with this procedure! The possible hazards are shown in
the adjoining symbols.
som _nd_4/98
Y Marks a special safety message.
. Means “Note”; not safety related.
1-2.Arc Welding Hazards
Y 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 1-4. Read and follow all
Safety Standards.
Y Only qualified persons should install, operate, maintain, and
repair this unit.
Y 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
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 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 and ground this equipment according to its
Owner’s Manual and national, state, and local codes.
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 Frequently inspect input power cord for damage or bare wiring –
replace cord immediately if damaged – bare wiring can kill.
D Turn off all equipment when not in use.
D Do not use worn, damaged, undersized, or poorly spliced cables.
D Do not drape cables over your body.
power circuit and machine internal circuits are also
This group of symbols means Warning! Watch Out! possible
ELECTRIC SHOCK, MOVING PARTS, and HOT PARTS hazards.
Consult symbols and related instructions below for necessary actions
to avoid the hazards.
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 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.
SIGNIFICANT DC VOLTAGE exists after removal of
input power on inverters.
D Turn Off inverter, disconnect input power, and discharge input
capacitors according to instructions in Maintenance Section
before touching any parts.
FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous.
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 exhaust at the arc to remove
welding fumes and gases.
D If ventilation is poor, use an approved air-supplied respirator.
D Read the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) and the
manufacturer’s instructions for metals, consumables, coatings,
cleaners, and degreasers.
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 th e 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 if necessary, while wearing an
air-supplied respirator. The coatings and any metals containing
these elements can give off toxic fumes if welded.
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ARC RAYS can burn eyes and skin.
BUILDUP OF GAS can injure or kill.
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 a welding helmet fitted with a proper shade of filter to protect
your face and eyes 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 and
glare; warn others not to watch the arc.
D Wear protective clothing made from durable, flame-resistant mate-
rial (leather and wool) and foot protection.
WELDING can cause fire or explosion.
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 Protect yourself and others from flying sparks and hot metal.
D Do not weld where flying sparks can strike flammable material.
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 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 closed containers such as tanks, drums, or pipes,
unless they are properly prepared according to AWS F4.1 (see
Safety Standards).
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 and fire hazards.
D Do not use welder to thaw frozen pipes.
D Remove stick electrode from holder or cut off welding wire at
contact tip when not in use.
D Wear oil-free protective garments 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.
workpiece, and hot equipment can cause fires and
FLYING METAL 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.
D Shut off shielding gas supply when not in use.
D Always ventilate confined spaces or use
approved air-supplied respirator.
HOT PARTS can cause severe burns.
D Do not touch hot parts bare handed.
D Allow cooling period before working on gun or
torch.
MAGNETIC FIELDS can affect pacemakers.
D Pacemaker wearers keep away.
D Wearers should consult their doctor before
going near arc welding, gouging, or spot
welding operations.
NOISE can damage hearing.
Noise from some processes or equipment can
damage hearing.
D Wear approved ear protection if noise level is
high.
CYLINDERS can explode if damaged.
Shielding 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, 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 shielding gas cylinders, regulators, hoses, and fit-
tings designed for the specific application; maintain them and
associated parts in good condition.
D Turn face away from valve outlet when opening cylinder valve.
D Keep protective cap in place over valve except when cylinder is in
use or connected for use.
D Read and follow instructions on compressed gas cylinders,
associated equipment, and CGA publication P-1 listed in Safety
Standards.
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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 UNIT can cause injury.
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.
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.
STATIC (ESD) can damage PC boards.
MOVING PARTS can cause injury.
D Keep away from moving parts such as fans.
D Keep all doors, panels, covers, and guards
closed and securely in place.
H.F. RADIATION can cause interference.
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.
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 cause injury.
D Keep away from moving parts.
D Keep away from pinch points such as drive
rolls.
WELDING WIRE can cause injury.
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.
1-4.Principal Safety Standards
Safety in Welding and Cutting, ANSI Standard Z49.1, from American
Welding Society, 550 N.W. LeJeune Rd, Miami FL 33126
Safety and Health Standards, OSHA 29 CFR 1910, from Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C.
20402.
Recommended Safe Practices for the Preparation for Welding and Cutting of Containers That Have Held Hazardous Substances, American
Welding Society Standard AWS F4.1, from American W elding Society,
550 N.W. LeJeune Rd, Miami, FL 33126
National Electrical Code, NFPA Standard 70, from National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
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 t o 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.
Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Cylinders, CGA Pamphlet P-1,
from Compressed Gas Association, 1235 Jefferson Davis Highway,
Suite 501, Arlington, VA 22202.
Code for Safety in Welding and Cutting, CSA Standard W117.2, from
Canadian Standards Association, Standards Sales, 178 Rexdale
Boulevard, Rexdale, Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3.
Safe Practices For Occupation And Educational Eye And FaceProtection, ANSI Standard Z87.1, from American National Standards
Institute, 1430 Broadway, New York, NY 10018.
Cutting And Welding Processes, NFPA Standard 51B, from National
Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
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1-5.EMF Information
Considerations About Welding And The Effects Of Low Frequency
Electric And Ma g netic Fields
Welding current, as it flows through welding cables, will cause electromagnetic fields. There has been and still is some concern about such
fields. However, after examining more than 500 studies spanning 17
years of research, a special blue ribbon committee of the National
Research Council concluded that: “The body of evidence, in the
committee’s judgment, has not demonstrated that exposure to power-
frequency electric and magnetic fields is a human-health hazard.”
However, studies are still going forth and evidence continues to be
examined. Until the final conclusions of the research are reached, you
may wish to minimize your exposure to electromagnetic fields when
welding or cutting.
To reduce magnetic fields in the workplace, use the following
procedures:
1. Keep cables close together by twisting or taping them.
2. Arrange cables to one side and away from the operator.
3. Do not coil or drape cables around your body.
4. Keep welding power source and cables as far away from operator as practical.
5. Connect work clamp to workpiece as close to the weld as possible.
About Pacemakers:
Pacemaker wearers consult your doctor first. If cleared by your doctor,
then following the above procedures is recommended.
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SECTION 1 – CONSIGNES DE SECURITE – LIRE AVANT
UTILISATION
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1-1.Signification des symboles
Signifie Mise en garde ! Soyez vigilant ! Cette procédure
présente des risques de danger ! Ceux-ci sont identifiés
par des symboles adjacents aux directives.
Y Identifie un message de sécurité particulier.
. Signifie NOTA ; n’est pas relatif à la sécurité.
1-2.Dangers relatifs au soudage à l’arc
Y Les symboles présentés ci-après sont utilisés tout au long du
présent manuel pour attirer votre attention et identifier les risques
de danger. Lorsque vous voyez un symbole, soyez vigilant et
suivez les directives mentionnées afin d’éviter tout danger. Les
consignes de sécurité présentées ci-après ne font que résumer
l’information contenue dans les normes de sécuritéénumérées
à la section 1-4. Veuillez lire et respecter toutes ces normes de
sécurité.
Y L’installation, l’utilisation, l’entretien et les réparations ne doi-
vent être confiés qu’à des personnes qualifiées.
Y Au cours de l’utilisation, tenir toute personne à l’écart et plus par-
ticulièrement les enfants.
UN CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE peut tuer.
Un simple contact avec des pièces électriques peut
provoquer une électrocution ou des blessures graves.
L’électrode et le circuit de soudage sont sous tension
dès que l’appareil est sur ON. Le circuit d’entrée et les
tension à ce moment-là. En soudage semi-automatique ou automatique,
le fil, le dévidoir, le logement des galets d’entraînement et les pièces
métalliques en contact avec le fil de soudage sont sous tension. Des
matériels mal installés ou mal mis à la terre présentent un danger.
D Ne jamais toucher les pièces électriques sous tension.
D Porter des gants et des vêtements de protection secs ne comportant
pas de trous.
D S’isoler de la pièce et de la terre au moyen de tapis ou d’autres
moyens isolants suffisamment grands pour empêcher le contact physique éventuel avec la pièce ou la terre.
D Ne pas se servir de source électrique àcourant électrique dans les zones
humides, dans les endroits confinés ou là où on risque de tomber.
D Se servir d’une source électrique àcourant électrique UNIQUEMENT si le
procédé de soudage le demande.
D Si l’utilisation d’une source électrique àcourant électrique s’avère néces-
saire, se servir de la fonction de télécommande si l’appareil en est équipé.
D Couper l’alimentation ou arrêter le moteur avant de procéder à l’instal-
lation, 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 Installer et mettre à la terre correctement cet appareil conformément à
son manuel d’utilisation et aux codes nationaux, provinciaux et
municipaux.
D Toujours v érifier la terre du cordon d’alimentation – Vérifier et s’assu-
rer 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 raccordéeà une prise correctement mise à la terre.
D En effectuant les raccordements d’entrée fixer d’abord le conducteur
de mise à la terre approprié et contre-vérifier les connexions.
D Vérifier fréquemment le cordon d’alimentation pour voir s’il n’est pas
endommagé ou dénudé – remplacer le cordon immédiatement s’il est
endommagé– un câble dénudé peut provoquer une électrocution.
D Mettre l’appareil hors tension quand on ne l’utilise pas.
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.
circuits internes de l’appareil sont également sous
Ce groupe de symboles signifie Mise en garde ! Soyez vigilant ! Il y a des
risques de danger reliés aux CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, aux PIÈCES EN
MOUVEMENT et aux PIÈCES CHAUDES. Reportez-vous aux symboles
et aux directives ci-dessous afin de connaître les mesures à prendre pour
éviter tout danger.
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 quand on travaille en hauteur.
D Maintenir solidement en place tous les panneaux et capots.
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 l a
soudure.
D Isoler la pince de masse quand pas mis à la pièce pour éviter le contact
avec tout objet métallique.
Il y a DU COURANT CONTINU IMPORT ANT dans les
convertisseurs après la suppression de l’alimenta-
tion électrique.
D Arrêter les convertisseurs, débrancher le courant électrique, et dé-
charger les condensateurs d’alimentation selon les instructions
indiquées dans la partie entretien avant de toucher les pièces.
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
D A l’intérieur, ventiler la zone et/ou utiliser un échappement au niveau
de l’arc pour l’évacuation des fumées et des gaz de soudage.
D Si la ventilation est insuffisante, utiliser un respirateur à alimenta-
tion d’air homologué.
D Lire les spécifications de sécurité des matériaux (MSDSs) et les
instructions du fabricant concernant les métaux, les consommables, les revêtements, les nettoyants et les dégraisseurs.
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 si nécessaire, 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 fumées.
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LES RAYONS DE L ’ARC peuvent pro-
voquer des brûlures dans les yeux et
sur la peau.
Le rayonnement de l’arc du procédé de soudage
génère des rayons visibles et invisibles intenses
des brûlures dans les yeux et sur la peau. Des étincelles sont projetées
pendant le soudage.
D Porter un casque de soudage muni d’un écran de filtre approprié 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 protections approuvés pour les oreilles si le niveau sondre est
trop élevé.
D Utiliser des écrans ou des barrières pour protéger des tiers de l’éclair
et de l’éblouissement; demander aux autres personnes de ne pas regarder l’arc.
D Porter des vêtements de protection constitué dans une matière dura-
ble, résistant au feu (cuir ou laine) et une protection des pieds.
(ultraviolets et infrarouges) susceptibles de provoquer
LES ACCUMULATIONS DE GAZ risquent de provoquer des blessures ou
même la mort.
D Fermer l’alimentation du gaz protecteur en cas de
non utilisation.
D Veiller toujours à bien aérer les espaces confinés ou se servir d’un respi-
rateur d’adduction d’air homologué.
DES PIÈCES CHAUDES peuvent provoquer des brûlures graves.
D Ne pas toucher des parties chaudes à mains nues
D Prévoir une période de refroidissement avant
d’utiliser le pistolet ou la torche.
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
provoquer leur éclatement. Des étincelles peuvent être
les, 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
surchauffement o u u n incendie. A vant de commencer le soudage, vérifier
et s’assurer que l’endroit ne présente pas de danger.
D Se protéger et d’autres personnes de la projection d’étincelles et de
métal chaud.
D Ne pas souder dans un endroit là où des étincelles peuvent tomber sur
des substances inflammables.
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 Des étincelles et des matériaux chauds du soudage peuvent facile-
ment passer dans d’autres zones en traversant de petites fissures et
des ouvertures.
D Surveiller tout déclenchement d’incendie et tenir un extincteur à proxi-
mité.
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 (voir les normes de
sécurité).
D Brancher le câble sur la pièce le plus près possible de la zone de sou-
dage pour éviter le transport du courant sur une longue distance par
des chemins inconnus éventuels en provoquant des risques d’élec-
trocution 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 des vêtements de protection dépourvus d’huile tels que des
gants en cuir, une chemise en matériau lourd, des pantalons sans re-
vers, des chaussures hautes et un couvre chef.
D Avant de souder, retirer toute substance combustible de vos poches
telles qu’un allumeur au butane ou des allumettes.
projetées de l’arc de soudure. La projection d’étincel-
DES PARTICULES VOLANTES
peuvent blesser les yeux.
D Le soudage, l’écaillement, le passage de la pièce
à la brosse en fil de fer, et le meulage génèrent
lantes. Pendant la période de refroidissement des soudures, elles ris-
quent de projeter du laitier.
D Porter des lunettes de sécurité avec écrans latéraux ou un écran facial.
des étincelles et des particules métalliques vo-
LES CHAMPS MAGNÉTIQUES peuvent
affecter les stimulateurs cardiaques.
D Porteurs d e stimulateur cardiaque, restez à distance.
D Les porteurs d’un stimulateur cardiaque doivent
d’abord consulter leur médecin avant de s’approcher
des opérations de soudage à l’arc, de gougeage ou
de soudage par points.
LE BRUIT peut affecter l’ouïe.
Le bruit des processus et des équipements peut affecter
l’ouïe.
D Porter des protections approuvés pour les oreilles si
le niveau sondre est trop élevé.
Si des BOUTEILLES sont endommagées, elles pourront exploser.
Des bouteilles de gaz protecteur contiennent du gaz
sous haute pression. Si une bouteille est endommagée, elle peut exploser. Du fait que les bouteilles de gaz
manipuler avec précaution.
D Protéger les bouteilles de gaz comprimé d’une chaleur excessive,
des chocs mécaniques, du laitier, des flammes ouvertes, des étin-
celles et des arcs.
D Placer les bouteilles debout en les fixant dans un support stationnai-
re ou dans un porte-bouteilles pour les empêcher de tomber ou de
se renverser.
D Tenir les bouteilles éloignées des circuits d e soudage ou autres cir-
cuits 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 protecteur, régulateurs,
tuyaux et raccords convenables pour cette application spécifique;
les maintenir ainsi que les éléments associés en bon état.
D Ne pas tenir la tête en face de la sortie en ouvrant la soupape de la
bouteille.
D Maintenir le chapeau de protection sur la soupape, sauf en cas d’uti-
lisation ou de branchement de la bouteille.
D Lire et suivre les instructions concernant les bouteilles de gaz com-
primé, les équipements associés et les publications P-1 CGA énumérées dans les normes de sécurité.
font normalement partie du procédé de soudage, les
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1-3.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 proxi-
mité de surfaces infllammables.
D Ne pas installer l’appareil à proximité de produits inflammables
D Ne pas surcharger l’installation électrique – s”assurer que l’alimen-
tation est correctement dimensionné et protégé avant de mettre
l’appareil en service.
LA CHUTE DE L’APPAREIL peut
blesser.
D Utiliser l’anneau de levage uniquement pour sou-
lever l’appareil, NON PAS les chariot, les bouteilles de gaz ou tout autre accessoire.
D Utiliser un engin d’une capacité appropriée pour
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.
soulever l’appareil.
L’EMPLOI EXCESSIF peut
SURCHAUFFER L’ÉQUIPEMENT.
D Prévoir une période de refroidissement, respec-
ter le cycle opératoire nominal.
D Réduire le courant ou le cycle opératoire avant de
D Ne pas obstruer les passages d’air du poste.
recommancer le soudage.
DES ORGANES MOBILES peuvent
provoquer des blessures.
D Rester à l’écart des organes mobiles comme le
ventilateur.
D Maintenir fermés et fixement en place les portes,
panneaux, recouvrements et dispositifs de
protection.
LE RAYONNEMENT HAUTE FRÉ-
QUENCE (H.F.) risque de provoquer
des interférences.
D Le rayonnement haute frequence peut provoquer
des interférences avec les équipements de radio–navigation e t d e communication, les services
D Demander seulement à des personnes qualifiées familiarisées
avec des équipements électroniques de faire fonctionner l’installa-
tion.
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’appa-
reil.
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 et un blindage pour réduire les interfé-
rences éventuelles.
de sécurité et les ordinateurs.
LE SOUDAGE À L’ARC risque de
provoquer des interférences.
LES CHARGES ÉLECTROSTATI-
QUES 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, déplacer ou expédier des cartes de
circuits imprimes.
DES ORGANES MOBILES peuvent
provoquer 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 gachette avant d’en avoir
reçu l’instruction.
D Ne pas diriger le pistolet vers soi, d’autres person-
nes ou toute pièce mécanique en engageant le fil
de soudage.
D L’énergie électromagnétique risque de provoquer
des interférences pour l’équipement électronique
sensible tel que les ordinateurs et l’équipement
D Veiller à ce que tout l’équipement de la zone de soudage soit com-
patible électromagnétiquement.
D Pour réduire la possibilité d’interférence, maintenir les câbles de
soudage aussi courts que possible, les grouper, et les poser aussi
bas que possible (ex. par terre).
D Veiller à souder à une distance de 100 mètres de tout équipement
électronique sensible.
D Veiller à ce que ce poste de soudage soit posé et mis à la terre
conformément à ce mode d’emploi.
D En cas d’interférences après avoir pris les mesures précédentes, il
incombe à l’utilisateur de prendre des mesures supplémentaires tel-
les 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.
commandé par ordinateur tel que les robots.
LES CHAMPS MAGNÉTIQUES peuvent
affecter les stimulateurs cardiaques.
D Porteurs de stimulateur cardiaque, restez à dis-
tance.
D Les porteurs d’un stimulateur cardiaque doivent
d’abord consulter leur médecin avant de s’appro-
cher des opérations de soudage à l’arc, de gou-
geage ou de soudage par points.
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1-4.Principales normes de sécurité
Safety in Welding and Cutting, norme ANSI Z49.1, de l’American Wel-
ding Society, 550 N.W. Lejeune Rd, Miami FL 33126
Safety and Health Sandards, OSHA 29 CFR 1910, du Superintendent
of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C.
20402.
Recommended Safe Practice for the Preparation for Welding and Cutting of Containers That Have Held Hazardous Substances, norme A WS
F4.1, de l ’American Welding Society, 550 N.W. Lejeune Rd, Miami FL
33126
National Electrical Code, NFPA Standard 70, de la National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Cylinders, CGA Pamphlet P-1,
de la Compressed Gas Association, 1235 Jefferson Davis Highway,
Suite 501, Arlington, VA 22202.
Règles de s écurité en soudage, coupage et procédés connexes, norme
CSA W117.2, de l’Association canadienne de normalisation, vente de
normes, 178 Rexdale Boulevard, Rexdale (Ontario) Canada M9W 1R3.
Safe Pra ctices For Occupation And Educational Eye And Face Protection, norme ANSI Z87.1, de l’American National Standards Institute,
1430 Broadway, New York, NY 10018.
Cutting and Welding Processes, norme NFPA 51B, de la National Fire
Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.
1-5.Information sur les champs électromagnétiques
Données sur le soudage électrique et sur les ef fets, pour l ’organisme,
des champs magnétiques basse fréquence
Le courant de soudage, pendant son passage dans les câbles de soudage, causera des champs électromagnétiques. Il y a eu et il y a encore
un certain souci à propos de tels champs. Cependant, après avoir examiné plus de 500 études qui ont été faites pendant une période de
recherche de 17 ans, un comité spécial ruban bleu du National Research Council a conclu: “L’accumulation de preuves, suivant le
jugement du comité, n’a pas démontré que l’exposition aux champs
magnétiques et champs électriques à haute fréquence représente un
risque à la santé humaine”. T outefois, des études sont toujours en cours
et les preuves continuent à être examinées. En attendant que les conclusions finales de la recherche soient établies, il vous serait
souhaitable de réduire votre exposition aux champs électromagnéti-
ques pendant le soudage ou le coupage.
Afin de réduire les champs électromagnétiques dans l’environnement
de travail, respecter les consignes suivantes :
1Garder les câbles ensembles en les torsadant ou en les
attachant avec du ruban adhésif.
2Mettre tous les câbles du côté opposé de l’opérateur.
3Ne pas courber pas et ne pas entourer pas les câbles autour de
votre corps.
4Garder le poste de soudage et les câbles le plus loin possible de
vous.
5Relier la pince de masse le plus près possible de la zone de
soudure.
Consignes relatives aux stimulateurs cardiaques :
Les personnes qui portent un stimulateur cardiaque doivent avant tout
consulter leur docteur. Si vous êtes déclaré apte par votre docteur, il e st
alors recommandé de respecter les consignes ci–dessus.
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SECTION 2 – DEFINITIONS
2-1.Warning Label Definitions
11.11.2
2
33.13.23.3
44.1
2.1
+
2.2
2.3
+
+
1.3
Warning! Watch Out! There are
possible hazards as shown by the
symbols.
1Electric shock from welding
electrode or wiring can kill.
1.1 Wear dry insulating gloves.
Do not touch electrode with
bare hand. Do not wear wet or
damaged gloves.
1.2 Protect yourself from electric
shock by insulating yourself
from work and ground.
1.3 Disconnect input plug or
power before working on
machine.
2Breathing welding fumes can
be hazardous to your health.
2.1 Keep your head out of the
fumes.
2.2 Use forced ventilation or local
exhaust to remove the fumes.
2.3 Use ventilating fan to remove
fumes.
3Welding sparks can cause
explosion or fire.
3.1 Keep flammables away from
welding. Don’t weld near
flammables.
3.2 Welding sparks can cause
fires. Have a fire extinguisher
nearby and have a watch
person ready to use it.
3.3 Do not weld on drums or any
closed containers.
4Arc rays can burn eyes and
injure skin.
4.1 Wear hat and safety glasses.
Use ear protection and button
shirt collar. Use welding
helmet with correct shade of
filter. Wear complete body
protection.
5Become trained and read the
instructions before working on
the machine or welding.
6Do not remove or paint over
(cover) the label.
56
+
S-176 254-A
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2-2.Manufacturer’s Rating Label For CE Products
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2-3.Symbols And Definitions
NOTE
A
V
Some symbols are found only on CE products.
AmperesPanel–Local
Volts
OutputCircuit BreakerRemoteTemperature
Protective Earth
(Ground)
Postflow TimerPreflow Timer
Gas (Supply)Gas InputGas Output
OnOffPercentDirect Current
Do Not Switch
While Welding
Alternating Current
Gas Tungsten Arc
Welding (GT AW)
Arc Force (DIG)Spot Timer
High Frequency -
Start
High Frequency -
Continuous
Shielded Metal Arc
Welding (SMAW)
High Frequency
Increase/Decrease
Of Quantity
Input
U
I
1
IP
S
Voltage (A verage)
0
Balance ControlMaximum Cleaning
Electrode
Negative
Rated No Load
Primary Current
Degree Of
Protection
ElectrodeWorkThickness GaugeSpark Gap
SecondsFinal CurrentStart TimeStart Amperage
Peak TimeSpot Sequence
U
I
I
1eff
1
2
Crater TimeMeterSingle-Phase
Primary Voltage
Rated Welding
Current
Maximum Effective
Supply Current
U
X
I
1max
2
Maximum
Penetration
Conventional Load
Voltage
Duty Cycle
Rated Maximum
Supply Current
Start/Crater Se-
quence
1
Hz
Electrode Positive
Line Connection
Single-Phase
1
Combined AC/DC
Power Source
Start Sequence
Hertz
4T
Crater SequencePulserBackground AmpsPulse Frequency
4 Step Trigger Op-
eration Sequence
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SECTION 3 – INSTALLATION
3-1.Selecting A Location
Movement
1
OR
Y Falling Unit Can Cause
Injury.
SUse lifting eye to lift unit only,
NOT running gear, gas
cylinders, or any other
accessories.
SUse equipment of adequate
capacity to lift and support
unit.
SIf using lift forks to move unit,
be sure forks are long enough
to extend beyond opposite
2
side of unit.
1Lifting Eye
2Lifting Forks
Use lifting eye or lifting forks to
move unit.
If using lifting forks, extend forks
beyond opposite side of unit.
3Rating Label
Use rating label to determine input
power needs.
4Line Disconnect Device
Locate unit near correct input pow-
er supply.
Y Special installation may be
required where gasoline or
volatile liquids are present –
see NEC Article 511 or CEC
Section 2 0 .
Y Be careful when placing or
moving unit over uneven
surfaces.
Location A n d A i r f l o w
1
3
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4
18 in (460
mm)
18 in (460
mm)
Ref. ST-117 264-C / ST-801 971
Page 17
3-2.Dimensions And Weights
Front
G 4 Holes
3-3.Specifications
Rated
Welding
Output
NEMA Class I
(60) – 300
Amperes, 32
Volts AC, 60%
Duty Cycle
NEMA Class II
(40) – 350
Amperes, 34
Volts AC, 40%
Duty Cycle
*While idling
**Power Factor Correction
PFC
200V220V230V400V440V460V520V575V
**
No
PFC
With
PFC9869*
PFC
With
PFC
1295*117
No
1505*1375*131
118
69*
A
B
B
C
D
E
F
Ref. ST-184 046
Amperes Input at AC Balanced Rated Load Output,
50/60 Hz, Single-Phase
5*
89
63*
107
63*
112
4*
85
60*
4*
103
60*
65
3*
49
35*
75
3*
59
35*
58
2*
44
31*
68
2*
53
31*
56
2*
43
30*
66
2*
52
30*
49
2*
37
26*
57
2*
45
26*
Dimensions
Height
Width22-1/2 in (572 mm)
Length25 in (635 mm)
A25 in (635 mm)
B23-5/8 in (600 mm)
C1-3/8 in (35 mm)
D7/8 in (22 mm)
E19-15/16 (506 mm)
F22-1/4 (565 mm)
G1/2 in (13 mm) Dia
38-1/4 in (972 mm) with retract-
able lifting eye down
Weight
515 lbs (234 kg)
Amperage
Range
KVAKW
452*21.8
0.9*
34
19.3
24*
14.0*
532*24.5
0.9*
41
23.9
24*
14.0*
14.3
0.4*
14.0
0.4*
17.7
0.4*
17.7
0.4*
3 – 400A80V
3 – 400A80V
Max
OCV
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3-4.Duty Cycle And Overheating
Duty Cycle is the percentage of 10
minutes that the unit can weld at
rated load without overheating.
If unit overheats, output stops, front
panel voltmeter/ammeter displays
a HLP3 or HLP5 message (see
Section 5-4), and cooling fans run.
Wait fifteen minutes for unit to cool.
Reduce amperage or duty cycle before welding.
Y Exceeding duty cycle can
damage unit and void warranty.
40% Duty Cycle At 350 Amperes (60 Hz Models Only)
4 Minutes Welding6 Minutes Resting
Overheating
3-5.Volt-Ampere Curves
0
Minutes
60% Duty Cycle At 300 Amperes
6 Minutes Welding4 Minutes Resting
A
15
OR
Reduce Duty Cycle
duty1 4/95 / SB-190 276
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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ssb1.1 10/91 – ST-
Page 19
3-6.Weld Output Terminals And Selecting Cable Sizes
Y ARC WELDING can cause Electromagnetic Interference.
To reduce possible interference, keep weld cables as short as possible, close together, and down low, such as on the floor.
Locate welding operation 100 meters from any sensitive electronic equipment. Be sure this welding machine is installed
and grounded according to this manual. 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.
Total Cable (Copper) Length In Weld Circuit Not Exceeding
100 ft (30 m) Or Less
Weld Output
Terminals
Work
Weld cable size (AWG) is based on either a 4 volts or less drop or a current density of at least 300 circular mils per ampere
*Select weld cable size for pulsing application at peak amperage value..S-0007-D
Electrode
Ref. ST-801 972
Welding
Amperes
1004443211/01/0
15033211/02/03/03/0
2003211/02/03/04/04/0
250211/02/03/04/02-2/02-2/0
30011/02/03/04/02-2/02-3/02-3/0
3501/02/03/04/02-2/02-3/02-3/02-4/0
4001/02/03/04/02-2/02-3/02-4/02-4/0
5002/03/04/02-2/02-3/02-4/03-3/03-3/0
10 – 60%
Duty
Cycle
60 – 100%
Duty
Cycle
150 ft
(45 m)
200 ft
(60 m)
250 ft
(70 m)
10 – 100% Duty Cycle
300 ft
(90 m)
350 ft
(105 m)
400 ft
(120 m)
3-7.Remote 14 Receptacle
AJ
K
B
L
C
C
D
*The remaining sockets are not used.
I
NH
M
G
F
E
Ref. ST-801 972
Socket*Socket Information
A24 volts dc.
BContact closure to A completes 24 volts dc contactor control circuit.
CCommand reference; 0 to +10 volts dc output to remote control.
A
DRemote control/feedback circuit common.
E0 to +10 volts dc input command signal from remote control.
KChassis common.
FCurrent feedback, 1 volt per 100 amperes.
HV oltage feedback, 1 volt per 10 arc volts.
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3-8.Shielding Gas Connections And 115 Volts AC Duplex Receptacle
Y Turn Off power before con-
necting t o receptacle.
1Gas Valve In Fitting
Located on rear of unit.
4
5
6
3
2Gas Valve Out Fitting
Fittings have 5/8-18 right-hand
threads.
3Cylinder Valve
Open valve slightly so gas flow
blows dirt from valve. Close valve.
4Regulator/Flow Gauge
Connect regulator/flow gauge to
gas cylinder.
Connect customer supplied gas
hose between regulator/flow gauge
and gas in fitting.
5Flow Adjust
Typical flow rate is 20 cfh (cubic feet
per hour).
6115 V AC Receptacle
Receptacle is protected from over-
50/60 Hertz ModelsWithout Power Factor Correction
Input Voltage
Input Amperes At Rated Output
Max Recommended Standard Fuse Or
Circuit Breaker Rating In Amperes
Min Input Conductor Size In AWG/Kcmil
Max Recommended Input Conductor
Length In Feet (Meters)
Min Grounding Conductor Size In AWG/
Kcmil
Reference: 1996 National Electrical Code (NEC)S-0092-J
200220230400440460520575
1291171126558564945
1751501508070706060
444888810
111
(34)
6668881010
134
(41)
146
(45)
196
(60)
238
(72)
260
(79)
332
(101)
273
(83)
50/60 Hertz ModelsWith Power Factor Correction
Input Voltage
Input Amperes At Rated Output
Max Recommended Standard Fuse Or
Circuit Breaker Rating In Amperes
Min Input Conductor Size In AWG/Kcmil
200220230400440460520575
9889854944433734
1501251257070606050
4448881010
Max Recommended Input Conductor
Length In Feet (Meters)
Min Grounding Conductor Size In AWG/
Kcmil
Reference: 1996 National Electrical Code (NEC)S-0092-J
117
(36)
66688101010
141
(43)
154
(47)
204
(62)
246
(75)
269
(82)
230
(70)
281
(86)
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3-10. Placing Jumper Links And Connecting Input Power
230 VOLTS460 VOLTS200 VOLTS
LLLLLL
2
230 VOLTS
LL
460 VOLTS
LL
S-083 566-C
575 VOLTS
LL
S-010 587-B
Check input voltage available at
site.
1Jumper Link Label
Check label – only one is on unit.
2Jumper Links
Move jumper links to match input
voltage.
3Input And Grounding
Conductors
Select size and length using Section 3-9.
4Line Disconnect Device
Select type and size of overcurrent
protection using Section 3-9.
Close and secure primary door.
Y Special installation may be
required where gasoline or
volatile liquids are present –
see NEC Article 511 or CEC
Section 2 0 .
Green
Connect GND/PE
Conductor First
1
GND/PE
Earth Ground
4
L1
L2
1
Tools Needed:
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3
Connect GND/PE
Conductor First
3/8 in
Ref. ST-801 973-A
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SECTION 4 – OPERATION
4-1.Controls
A. For 200/230/460 Volts And Non CE Units
1234
11
12
10
9
5
6
7
13
14
15
16
17
. Top row of lights in upper left corner are
On for SMAW. Bottom row are On for
GTAW.
1Process Control
See Section 4-3.
2Current Control
See Section 4-4.
3Output Control
See Section 4-5.
4Start Mode Button
See Section 4-6.
5Voltmeter
See Section 4-7
6Ammeter
8
18
See Section 4-7
7Amperage Adjustment
Control
See Section 4-8.
8Output Selector Switch
See Section 4-2.
9Power Switch Push Buttons
Use buttons to turn unit Off and On.
10 Postflow Time Control
See Section 4-11.
11 Preflow Time Control
See Section 4-10.
12 Balance/DIG Control
See Section 4-9.
Pulse Controls:
13 Pulser On/Off Switch
See Section 4-12.
14 Background Amperage Control
See Section 4-12.
15 Pulses Frequency Control
See Section 4-12.
16 Peak Time Control
See Section 4-12.
17 Sequence Controls (Optional)
See Section 4-14.
18 High Frequency Control
See Section 4-13.
1Process Control
See Section 4-3.
2Current Control
See Section 4-4.
3Output Control
See Section 4-5.
4Start Mode Button
See Section 4-6.
5Voltmeter
See Section 4-7
6Ammeter
8
18
See Section 4-7
7Amperage Adjustment
Control
See Section 4-8.
8Output Selector Switch
See Section 4-2.
9Power Switch Push Buttons
Use buttons to turn unit Off and On.
10 Postflow Time Control
See Section 4-11.
11 Preflow Time Control
See Section 4-10.
12 Balance/DIG Control
See Section 4-9.
Pulse Controls:
13 Pulser On/Off Switch
See Section 4-12.
14 Background Amperage Control
See Section 4-12.
15 Pulses Frequency Control
See Section 4-12.
16 Peak Time Control
See Section 4-12.
17 Sequence Controls (Optional)
See Section 4-14.
18 High Frequency Control
See Section 4-13.
damp areas, if movement is
confined, or if there is dan-
1
ger of falling. Use AC output
ONLY if required for the
welding process, and then
use a remote control.
Y Do not change position of
switch while welding or
while under load.
Use switch to select (DCEN) Direct
Current Electrode Negative, AC, or
(DCEP) Direct Current Electrode
Positive output without changing
weld output cable connections.
NOTE: Changing position of Output Selector switch may also
change Process control, Current
control, Output control, and Start
Mode control settings to properly
function with latest Output Selector
switch setting.
Ref. ST-191 372
4-3.Process Control
1
(CE Nameplate Only)
1
1Process Control
Use control to select Shielded Met-
al Arc Welding (SMAW) or Gas
Tungsten Arc W elding (GTAW) process.
For SMAW, press button to toggle
LED to Stick position.
For GTAW, press button to toggle
LED to TIG position.
NOTE: Lit LED indicates selected
mode.
When Output Selector switch position changes, LED may change
position, based upon last selection.
Ref. ST-191 372
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4-4.Current Control
1
4-5.Output Control
1
(CE Nameplate Only)
1
(CE Nameplate Only)
1
1Current Control
Use control to select front panel or
remote current control.
For front panel current control,
press button to toggle LED to Panel
position.
For remote current control, press
button t o toggle LED to Remote 1 4
position (see Section 3-7).
NOTE: Lit LED indicates selected
mode.
When Output Selector switch position changes, LED may change
position, based upon last selection.
1Output Control
Y Weld output terminals are
energized when power is On,
and Output On LED is lit.
Use control to select front panel or
remote output control.
For weld output, press button to
toggle L E D t o O n p o s i t i o n .
For remote output control, press
button t o toggle LED to Remote 1 4
position (see Section 3-7).
NOTE: Lit LED indicates selected
mode.
When Output Selector switch position changes, LED may change
position, based upon last selection.
When Output On is selected, HF
and gas control are disabled.
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4-6.Start Mode
(CE Nameplate Only)
1
Lift-Arct Start Method
“Touch”
2
1 – 2
Seconds
1
3
1Start Mode
For SMAW welding, press button to toggle
LED to Off position.
For GTAW welding, use control to select Of f
for no HF, Lift-Arct, HF for arc starting only,
or continuous HF. See Section 4-13 for adjusting high frequency intensity.
Application:
When O ff is selected, use the scratch method to start an arc for both the SMAW and
GTAW processes.
When Lift-Arc is selected, start arc as
follows:
2TIG Electrode
3Workpiece
Touch tungsten electrode to workpiece at
weld start point, enable output with torch
trigger, foot control, or hand control. Holdelectrode t o workpiece for 1-2 seconds,
Do NOT Strike Like A Match!
and slowly lift electrode. An arc will form
when electrode is lifted.
Shielding gas begins to flow when electrode touc h e s w o r k p i e c e .
Normal open-circuit voltage is not present
before tungsten electrode touches workpiece; only a low sensing voltage is present
between electrode and workpiece. The solid state output contactor does not energize
until after electrode is touching workpiece.
This allows electrode to touch workpiece
without overheating, sticking, or getting
contaminated.
Application:
Lift-Arc is used for the DCEN GTAW process when HF Start method is not permitted.
When HF Start is selected, start arc as
follows:
High frequency turns on to help start arc
when output is enabled. High frequency
turns off when arc is started, and turns on
whenever arc is broken to help restart arc.
Application:
HF Start is used when the DCEN GTAW
process is required.
When HF Continuous is selected, start
arc as follows:
High frequency turns on when output is energized and remains on for duration of weld.
Application:
HF Continuous is used when the AC GTAW
process is required.
NOTE: Lit LED indicates selected mode.
When Output Selector switch position
changes, LED may change position, based
upon last selection.
NOTE: Some start methods may not be
available for all processes.
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4-7.Meters
1
2
4-8.Amperage Adjustment Control
1
(CE Nameplate Only)
1Voltmeter
Voltmeter displays average voltage
(to the nearest 0.1 V) at the weld
output terminals.
2Ammeter
Use meter to preset amperage. Me-
ter displays average weld amperage output of unit to nearest ampere when welding.
1Amperage Adjustment Control
Use control to adjust amperage,
and preset amperage on ammeter
(see Sect i o n 4 - 7 ) . T h i s c o n t r o l m a y
1
be adjusted while welding.
For remote amperage control,
front panel control setting is the
maximum amperage available. For
example: I f front panel control is set
to 200 A, the range of the remote
amperage control is 3 to 200 A.
For pulse welding, use Amperage
Adjust control to select from 3–400
amps of peak amperage (see Section 4-12).
For spot welding, use Amperage
Adjust control to select from 3–400
amps of peak amperage (see Section 4-15).
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4-9.Balance/DIG Control
Balanced
3
More Penetration
10
More Cleaning
0
1
Balance Control Examples
Output Waveforms
50% Electrode
Positive
50% Electrode
Negative
32% Electrode
Positive
68% Electrode
Negative
55% Electrode
Positive
45% Electrode
Negative
(CE Nameplate Only)
1Balance/DIG Control
Balance Control (AC GTAW):
Control changes the AC output
square wave. Rotating the control
1
ArcSetting
towards 10 prov i d e s d e e p e r p e n e tration. Rotating the control towards
0 provides more cleaning action of
the workpiece.
When the control is in the Balanced
position, the wave shape provides
equal penetration and cleaning
action.
Application:
When welding on oxide forming materials such as aluminum or magnesium, excess cleaning is not necessary. To produce a good weld, only
a minimal amount, approximately a
0.10 in (2.5mm) of etched zone
along the weld toes is required.
Set control to 7 and adjust as necessary. Joint configuration, set-up,
process variables, and oxide thickness may affect setting.
Arc rectification can occur when
welding above 200 amps and/or
while welding with helium gas. If this
condition occurs, increasing the
Balance control towards maximum
penetration, may help to restabilize
the arc.
DIG Control (AC And DC SMAW):
When set at 0, short-circuit amperage at low arc voltage is the same
as normal welding amperage.
When setting is increased, shortcircuit amperage at low arc voltage
increases.
Application:
Control helps arc starting or making
vertical or overhead welds by increasing amperage at low arc voltage, and reduces electrode sticking
while welding.
4-10. Preflow Time Control
1
(CE Nameplate Only)
1
Ref. S-0795-A
1Preflow Time Control
Use control to set length of time that
gas flows (0–10 seconds) before
arc starts.
Application:
Preflow is used to purge the immediate weld area of atmosphere. Preflow also aids in consistent arc
starting.
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4-11. Postflow Time Control
1
(CE Nameplate Only)
1Postflow Time Control
Use control to set length of time
(0–50 seconds) gas flows after
welding stops. It is important to s e t
1
enough time to allow gas to flow until after the tungsten and weld
puddle has cooled down.
Application:
Postflow is required to cool tungsten and weld, and to prevent contamination of tungsten and weld. Increase postflow time if tungsten or
weld are dark in appearance.
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4-12. Setting Pulse Controls
1
(CE Nameplate Only)
1
Percent (%) Peak
Time Control Setting
(50%)
Balanced
Peak Amp
More Time
At Peak
Amperage
More Time At
Background
Amperage
(20%)
(80%)
2
2
5
Pulsed Output Waveforms
PPS
Bkg Amp
1On/Off Switch
3
3
4
4
Use switch to turn pulse function
On and Off.
2Background Amps
Use Background Amps control to
set the low pulse of the weld amperage, which cools the weld
puddle and affects overall heat input. Background Amps is set as a
percentage of peak amperage.
3Pulse Frequency
A range from 0.25–10.0 pps
(pulses per second). Control is
used to determine appearance o f
weld bead.
4Peak Time
A range of 5–95% of each pulse
cycle can be spent at the peak
amperage level.
Peak amperage (3–400 amps), is
set with the Amperage Adjustment control (see Section A).
Peak amperage is the highest
welding amperage allowed to occur in the pulse cycle. Weld penetration varies directly with peak
amperage.
5Pulsed Output Waveforms
Example shows affect changing
the Peak Time control has on the
pulsed output waveform.
Application:
Pulsing refers to the alternating
raising and lowering of the weld
output at a specific rate. The
raised por t io n s o f t h e w e l d o u t p u t
are controlled in width, height,
and frequency, forming pulses of
weld output. These pulses and
the lower amperage level between them (called the background amperage) alternately
heat and cool the molten weld
puddle. The combined effect
gives the operator better control
of penetration, bead width,
crowning, undercutting, and heat
input. Controls can be adjusted
while welding.
Pulsing can also be used for filler
material addition technique
training.
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4-13. High Frequency Control
1
Y Do not use high frequency while Shielded Metal Arc Weld-
ing (SMAW).
1High Frequency Control
For GTA W, use control to set HF intensity. Set as low as possible.
Application:
If HF is present at the tungsten, the control is set high enough.
4-14. Optional Sequence Controls
2
3
Arc rectification can occur when welding above 200 amps and/or
while welding with helium gas. If this condition occurs, increasing t h e
HF Intensity control towards maximum, may help to restabilize the
arc.
. As high frequency intensity is increased, the possibility of inter-
fering with local electronic devices, especially communication
equipment, also increases. Set control as low as possible to
avoid such interference.
Ref. ST-801 972
1Sequence Selection Switch
See Section 4-15.
2Start Time/Spot Time Control
1
4
5
See Section 4-16.
3Start Current Control
See Section 4-16.
4Crater Time Control
See Section 4-17.
5Final Current Control
See Section 4-17.
3
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(CE Nameplate Only)
2
1
4
5
Ref. ST-191 372
Page 33
4-15. Sequence Selection Switch
(CE Nameplate Only)
1
1
4-16. Start Time/Spot Time Control And Start Current Control
ter, Start/Crater, 4t, and Spot
functions. Place switch in desired position.
Off– Place switch in Off position
when Sequence Selection functions are not desired.
(CE Nameplate Only)
1
2
1
2
1Sequence Selection Switch
Place switch in Start position.
2Start Time/Spot Time Control
Use control to select 0–15 seconds
of start time.
3Start Current Control
Use start control to select a starting
current (3–400 amps) that is differ-
ent from the weld current. Note:
Start current can be used with or
without a remote control.
Application:
Start current can be used while
GTAW welding to assist in preheating cold material prior to depositing
filler material, or to ensure a soft
start. Start current can also be used
for SMAW to ensure a more consistent arc strike.
3
3
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4-17. Crater Time Control And Final Current Control
(CE Nameplate Only)
1
2
1
2
1Sequence Selection Switch
Place switch in Crater position.
2Crater Time Control
Use control to reduce current
over a set period of time (0–15
seconds) at the end of the weld
cycle when NOT using a remote
current control.
3Final Current Control
Final current is the current to
which weld current has sloped
down t o ( 0 –100% of current set on
Amperage Adjust control).
Application:
Crater T ime should be used while
GTAW welding materials that are
crack sensitive, and/or the operator wants to eliminate the crater at
the end of the weld.
Note: This applies if the operator
is using an on/off only type control
to start and stop the welding process.
3
3
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4-18. Start/Crater Sequence Controls
1
2
3
(CE Nameplate Only)
2
1Sequence Selection Switch
Place switch in Start/Crater posi-
tion.
1
3
2Start T ime/Spot Time
Control
Use control to select 0–15 seconds of start time.
3Start Current Control
Use start control to select a start-
ing current (3–400 amps) that is
different from the weld current.
4Crater Time Control
Use control to reduce current
over a set period of time (0–15
seconds) at the end of the weld
cycle when NOT using a remote
current control.
5Final Current Control
Final current is the current to
which weld current has sloped
down to (0–100% of current set
on Amperage Adjust control).
Application:
Start current can be used while
GTAW welding to assist in preheating a cold material prior to
depositing filler material. Start
current can also be used for
SMAW to ensure a more consistent arc strike.
Crater Time can be used while
GTAW welding when material being welded is crack sensitive, and
the operator is using an on/off
type control to start and stop the
welding process.
NOTE: Use this method when
the function of a remote control is
desired, but only a remote on/off
control is available.
4
5
4
5
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4-19. 4T Sequence Selection Controls
(CE Nameplate Only)
1
2
3
4
1
2
3
4
1Start Sequence Switch –
4T Position
(Specific trigger method) Press
and hold torch trigger to start
Preflow Time and arc at the Start
Current level. The arc will remain
at the Start Current level as long
as the trigger is depressed. Release trigger to change to main
weld current. To end main weld
current, press and hold trigger.
Crater Time begins, and arc
drops to Final Current level and
remains there until trigger is released, at which time arc goes
out, and Postflow Time begins.
While i n 4 T mode, there is a feature available during the main
weld sequence that allows the
operator t o toggle between weld
current and final current. To
switch from weld current to final
current, press and release torch
trigger within 3/4 of a second. To
return to weld current, press and
release torch trigger within 3/4 of
a second again.
2Start Time/Spot Time
Control
Use control to select 0–15 seconds of start time.
3Start Current Control
Use start control to select a start-
ing current (3–400 amps) that is
different from the weld current.
4Crater Time Control
Use control to reduce current
over a set period of time (0–15
seconds) at the end of the weld
cycle when not using a remote
control.
5Final Current Control
Final current is the current to
which weld current has sloped
up/down to (0–100% of current
set on Amperage Adjust control).
Application:
Use 4T trigger method when the
functions of a remote current
control are desired, but only a remote on/off control is available.
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5
5
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4-20. Spot Time Control
(CE Nameplate Only)
1
2
1
2
1Sequence Selection Switch –
Spot Position
Used with the (GTAW) TIG Spot
process, generally with a direct current electrode negative (DCEN) setup.
2Start T ime/Spot Time Control
Use control to select 0–15 seconds
of spot time.
Use Amperage Adjust control (see
Section 4-8) to set amperage.
Application:
TIG spot welding is used for joining
thinner materials that are in close
contact, with the fusion method. A
good example would be joining coil
ends.
4-21. Timer/Cycle Counter
1
2
(CE Nameplate Only)
1 2 3
4 5 6
1 2 3
4 5 6
1Current Control
2Output (Contactor) Control
To read timer/cycle counter, hold
Current and Output (contactor) buttons while turning on power.
3Timer Display
The hours and minutes are dis-
played on the volt and amp meters
for the first five seconds, and are
read as 1, 234 hours and 56 min-
3
utes.
4Cycle Display
The cycles are displayed on the volt
and amp meters for the next five
seconds, and are read as 123, 456
cycles.
4
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SECTION 5 – MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING
5-1.Routine Maintenance
Y Disconnect power before maintaining.
3 Months
Replace
Unreadable
Labels
Adjust Spark
Gaps
5-2.Circuit Breaker CB1
14-Pin Cord
OR
Repair Or
Replace
Cracked
Weld
Cables
Gas Hose
6 Months
Blow Out Or Vacuum Inside,
During Heavy Service, Clean Monthly
Y Warranty is void if machine fails
due to contaminates inside.
1
Clean An d
Tighten
Weld
Terminals
Replace
Cracked
Parts
Torch Cable
1Circuit Breaker CB1
If CB1 opens, high frequency and
output t o the 1 15 volts ac duplex receptacle stop. Press button to reset
breaker.
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Ref. ST-801 972
Page 39
5-3.Adjusting Spark Gaps
4
3
2
4
Y Turn Off power before
adjusting spark gaps.
Open access door.
1Tungsten End Of Point
Replace point if tungsten end dis-
appears; do not clean or dress
tungsten.
2Spark Gap
3
1
Normal spark gap is 0.012 in (0.305
mm).
If adjustment is needed, proceed as
follows:
3Adjustment Screws
Loosen screws. Place gauge of
proper thickness in spark gap.
4Pressure Point
Apply slight pressure at point until
gauge is held firmly in gap. Tighten
screws to 12 in/lbs torque (overtightening will deform plastic base). Adjust other gap.
Reinstall access door.
Tools Needed:
0.012 in (0.305 mm)
5/32 in
Ref. ST-801 972-A
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5-4.Voltmeter/Ammeter Help Displays
. All directions are in reference to the front
of the unit. All circuitry referred to is located inside the unit.
0Help 0 Display
Indicates a short in the thermal protection cir-
cuitry located on the transformer of the unit.
If this display is shown, contact a Factory Authorized Service Agent.
1Help 1 Display
Not used.
2Help 2 Display
Indicates a malfunction in the thermal
protection circuitry located on the transformer of the unit. If this display is shown, contact
a Factory Authorized Service Agent.
3Help 3 Display
Indicates the transformer of the unit has
0
V
14
V
overheated. The unit has shut down to allow
the fan to cool it (see Section 3-4). Operation
will continue when the unit has cooled.
4Help 4 Display
Indicates a malfunction in the thermal
protection circuitry located on the rectifier
assembly of the unit. If this display is shown,
contact a Factory Authorized Service Agent.
5Help 5 Display
Indicates the rectifier assembly of the unit
has overheated. The unit has shut down to
allow the fan to cool it (see Section 3-4). Operation will continue when the unit has
cooled.
6Help 6 Display
Not used.
25
V
3
V
7Help 7 Display
Not used.
8Help 8 Display
Not used.
9Help 9 Display
Indicates a short in the thermal protection cir-
cuitry located on the rectifier assembly of the
unit. If this display is shown, contact a Factory Authorized Service Agent.
10 Help 10 Display
Indicates Remote Output control is acti-
vated. Release Remote Output control to
clear help message.
11 Help 11 Display
Indicates Output Selector switch is not in
correct position (see Section 4-2).
V
V
HLP
––0
6
HLP
––6
A
V
A
HLP
A
––1
7
HLP
––7
A
V
HLP
A
––2
8
V
HLP
A
––8
HLP
A
––3
9
V
HLP
A
––9
HLP
A
––4
10
HLP
–10
A
V
HLP
A
––5
11
V
HLP
A
–11
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5-5.Troubleshooting
TroubleRemedy
NOTE: The remedies listed below are recommendations only. If these remedies do not fix
the trouble with your unit, have a Factory Authorized Service Agent check unit.
There are not user serviceable parts inside unit.
Refer to Section 5-4 for any Help (HLP) message displayed on voltmeter/ammeter.
No weld output; unit completely
inoperative.
No weld output; unit on.If using remote control, place Output control in Remote 14 position, and make sure remote control is
Unit provides only maximum or
minimum weld output.
Erratic or improper weld output.Use proper size and type of weld cable (see Section 3-6).
No control of weld output.If using remote control, place Output control in Remote 14 position, and make sure remote control is
Place line disconnect switch in On position (see Section 3-10).
Check and replace line fuse(s), if necessary (see Section 3-10).
Check for proper input power connections (see Section 3-10).
Check for proper jumper link position (see Section 3-10).
connected to Remote 14 receptacle. If remote is not being used, place Output control in On position
(see Section 4-1).
Check, repair, or replace remote control.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check unit.
Make sure Amperage control is in proper position (see Section 4-1).
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check unit.
Clean and tighten all weld connections.
Check position of Output Selector control (see Section Figure 4-1).
If using remote control, check position of Amperage Adjustment control (see Section 4-1).
connected to Remote 14 receptacle. If remote is not being used, place Output control in On position
(see Section 4-1).
No output from duplex receptacle RC2
and no high frequency.
Lack of high frequency; difficulty in
starting GTA W arc.
Wandering arc – poor control of
direction of arc.
Tungsten electrode oxidizing and not
remaining bright after conclusion of
weld.
Make sure Amperage switch is in proper position (see Section 4-1).
Reset circuit breaker CB1 (see Section 5-2).
Check High Frequency Intensity control setting (see Figure 4-1).
Be sure torch cable is not close to any grounded metal.
Check cables and torch for cracked insulation or bad connections. Repair or replace.
Check spark gaps (see Section 5-3).
Reduce gas flow rate.
Select proper size tungsten.
Properly prepare tungsten.
Shield weld zone from drafts.
Increase postflow time.
Check and tighten all gas fittings.
Properly prepare tungsten.
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TroubleRemedy
Check for water in torch, and repair torch if necessary.
Fan not operating.Unit equipped with Fan-On-Demandt. Fans run only when necessary. Unit equipped with circuitry to
protect against overheating.
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SECTION 6 – ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM
Figure 6-1. Circuit Diagram
SC-187 950-C
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SECTION 7 – HIGH FREQUENCY
7-1.Welding Processes Requiring High Frequency
1
Work
TIG
7-2.Incorrect Installation
Weld Zone
11, 12
50 ft
(15 m)
1High-Frequency V oltage
TIG – helps arc jump air gap
between torch and workpiece and/
or stabilize the arc.
♦ OPTIONAL
+When ordering a component originally displaying a precautionary label, the label should also be ordered.
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.
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.
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Contact your distributor or
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Effective January 1, 2000
(Equipment with a serial number preface of “LA” or newer)
This limited warranty supersedes all previous Hobart warranties and is exclusive with no other
LIMITED WARRANTY – Subject to the terms and conditions
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original ret a i l p urchaser that new Hobart equipment sold after
the effective date of this limited warranty is free of defects in
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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 IS EXCLUDED
AND DISCLAIMED BY HOBART.
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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Owner’s Record
Please complete and retain with your personal records.
Model NameSerial/Style Number
Purchase Date(Date which equipment was delivered to original customer.)
Distributor
Address
City
StateZip
Resources Available
Always provide Model Name and Serial/Style Number.
To locate a Distributor,
retail or service location:
Call 1-877-Hobart1 or visit our website at
www.HobartWelders.com
For technical assistance:
Call 1-800-332-3281
Contact the Delivering Carrier for:
For assistance in filing or settling claims,
contact your distributor and/or equipment
manufacturer’s Transportation Department.
Contact your Distributor for:
Welding Supplies and Consumables
Options and Accessories
Personal Safety Equipment
Service and Repair
Replacement Parts
Training (Schools, Videos, Books)
Technical Manuals (Servicing Information
and Parts)
Circuit Diagrams
Welding Process Handbooks
File a claim for loss or damage during
shipment.
Hobart Welding Products
An Ill inoi s Tool Works Company
600 West Main Street
Troy, OH 45373 USA
For Technical Assistance:
Call1-800-332-3281
For Literature Or Nearest Dealer:
Call 1-877-Hobart1
PRINTED IN USA 2000 Hobart Welding Products. 1/00
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