FastMig
KM 300, 400, 500
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CONTENTS
1. Preface ...........................................................................................3
1.1 General ....................................................................................................................................... 3
1.2 Introduction ............................................................................................................................. 4
2. Installation ..................................................................................... 5
2.1 Positioning of the machine ................................................................................................ 5
2.2 Distribution network ............................................................................................................. 5
2.3 Connection to mains ............................................................................................................. 6
2.4 Welding and earthing cables ............................................................................................. 6
3. Machine use ................................................................................... 7
3.1 Starting of the power source ............................................................................................. 7
3.2 Front panel indicators ........................................................................................................... 7
3.3 Use of the control panel ....................................................................................................... 8
3.3.1 Starting of the control panel .......................................................................................... 8
3.3.2 Displays ............................................................................................................................ 8
3.3.3 Control knobs .................................................................................................................. 8
3.3.4 Adjustment of MIG dynamics (arc force) ........................................................................ 8
3.3.5 Gas test ............................................................................................................................. 8
3.3.6 Wire Inch .......................................................................................................................... 8
3.3.7 Selection of liquid- or gas-cooled MIG gun ................................................................... 9
3.3.8 Retrieval of weld data ...................................................................................................... 9
3.3.9 Selection of control panel ............................................................................................... 9
3.3.10 Setting of the MIG operating mode ............................................................................... 9
3.3.11 Setting of operation parameters .................................................................................... 9
3.3.12 Calibration of the wire feed speed ...............................................................................10
4. Troubleshooting .......................................................................... 11
4.1 Overload (yellow indicator lit) .........................................................................................11
4.2 Control cable connector fuse ...........................................................................................11
4.3 Electric network overvoltage or undervoltage ......................................................... 11
4.4 Missing phase in the electric network .......................................................................... 11
4.5 Machine error codes ............................................................................................................12
5. Maintenance ................................................................................ 13
5.1 Cables ........................................................................................................................................13
5.2 Power source ..........................................................................................................................13
5.3 Regular maintenance ..........................................................................................................13
6. Disposal of the machine .............................................................. 14
7. Ordering numbers ....................................................................... 14
8. Technical specications ............................................................... 15
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FastMig KM 300, 400, 500
1. PREFACE
1.1 General
Congratulations on choosing the FastMig™ KM equipment. Used correctly, Kemppi products
can signicantly increase the productivity of your welding, and provide years of
economical service.
This operating manual contains important information on the use, maintenance and safety of
your Kemppi product. The technical specications of the equipment can be found at the end
of the manual.
Please read the manual carefully before using the equipment for the rst time. For your
own safety and that of your working environment, pay particular attention to the safety
instructions in the manual.
For more information on Kemppi products, contact Kemppi Oy, consult an authorised Kemppi
dealer, or visit the Kemppi web site at www.kemppi.com.
The specications presented in this manual are subject to change without prior notice.
Important notes
Items in the manual that require particular attention in order to minimise damage and
personal harm are indicated with the ’NOTE!’ notation. Read these sections carefully and follow
their instructions.
Disclaimer
While every eort has been made to ensure that the information contained in this guide
is accurate and complete, no liability can be accepted for any errors or omissions. Kemppi
reserves the right to change the specication of the product described at any time without
prior notice. Do not copy, record, reproduce or transmit the contents of this guide without
prior permission from Kemppi.
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1.2 Introduction
The FastMig KM-series power sources 300, 400, and 500 are MIG power sources designed
for demanding professional use in the three-phase network. The power source has a control
panel that allows ready control of the functions of the power source and the wire feeder.
Overview of the power source
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A3
A2
A4
A6
Front view Rear view
A1 Control panel
A2 Main switch
A3 Signal light (I/O)
A4 Thermal warning light
A5 Welding cable connection
A6 Earth connection
A7 Control cable connection
A8 Mains cable input
A9 Fuse for control cable connection (6.3 A slow)
A10 Fan grills
A11 Carrying handles
A10
A5
A8
A9
A7
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FastMig KM 300, 400, 500