Thank you and congratulations on choosing Miller. 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.
That’s why when Niels Miller first started building arc welders in 1929,
he made sure his products offered long-lasting value and superior
quality. Like you, his customers couldn’t afford anything less. Miller
products had to be more than the best they could be. They had to be the
best you could buy.
Today, the people that build and sell Miller products continue the
tradition. They’re just as committed to providing equipment and service
that meets the high standards of quality and value established in 1929.
This Owner’s Manual is designed to help you get the most out of your
Miller 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 Miller you can count on years
of reliable service with proper maintenance.
And if for some reason the unit needs repair,
there’s a Troubleshooting section that will
help you figure out what the problem is. The
Miller is the first welding
equipment manufacturer in
the U.S.A. to be registered to
the ISO 9001:2000 Quality
System Standard.
parts list will then help you to decide the
exact part you may need to fix the problem.
Warranty and service information for your
particular model are also provided.
Working as hard as you do
– every power source from
Miller is backed by the most
hassle-free warranty in the
business.
Miller Electric manufactures a full line
of welders and welding related equipment.
For information on other quality Miller
products, contact your local Miller distributor to receive the latest full
line catalog or individual catalog sheets. To locate your nearest
distributor or service agency call 1-800-4-A-Miller, or visit us at
www.MillerWelds.com on the web.
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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
25249.5 et seq.)
WARNING
Battery posts, terminals
and related accessories
contain lead and lead
compounds, chemicals
known to the State of
California to cause
cancer and birth defects
or other reproductive
harm. Wash hands after
handling.
CALIFORNIA
Proposition 65
Warning
Diesel engine exhaust and
some of its constituents
are known to the State of
California to cause
cancer, birth defects, and
other reproductive harm.
The following terms are
used interchangeably
throughout this manual:
SECTION 1 – SAFETY PRECAUTIONS – READ BEFORE USING
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Warning: Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions.
1-1.Symbol Usage
Means Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards
with this procedure! The possible hazards are shown in
the adjoining symbols.
Marks a special safety message.
Means “Note”; not safety related.
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 1-6. 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.
Do not touch live electrical parts.
Wear dry, hole-free insulating gloves and body protection.
Insulate yourself from work and ground using dry insulating mats
or covers big enough to prevent any physical contact with the work
or ground.
Do not use AC output in damp areas, if movement is confined, or if
there is a danger of falling.
Use AC output ONLY if required for the welding process.
If AC output is required, use remote output control if present
on unit.
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!
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).
Properly install and ground this equipment according to its
Owner’s Manual and national, state, and local codes.
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.
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.
When making input connections, attach proper grounding conduc-
tor first – double-check connections.
Frequently inspect input power cord for damage or bare wiring —
replace cord immediately if damaged — bare wiring can kill.
Turn off all equipment when not in use.
Do not use worn, damaged, undersized, or poorly spliced cables.
Do not drape cables over your body.
If earth grounding of the workpiece is required, ground it directly
with a separate cable.
Do not touch electrode if you are in contact with the work, ground,
or another electrode from a different machine.
Use only well-maintained equipment. Repair or replace damaged
parts at once. Maintain unit according to manual.
Wear a safety harness if working above floor level.
Keep all panels and covers securely in place.
Clamp work cable with good metal-to-metal contact to workpiece
or worktable as near the weld as practical.
Insulate work clamp when not connected to workpiece to prevent
contact with any metal object.
Do not connect more than one electrode or work cable to any
single weld output terminal.
SIGNIFICANT DC VOLTAGE exists in inverters after
stopping engine.
Stop engine on inverter 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.
Keep your head out of the fumes. Do not breathe the fumes.
If inside, ventilate the area and/or use exhaust at the arc to remove
welding fumes and gases.
If ventilation is poor, use an approved air-supplied respirator.
Read the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) and the
manufacturer’s instructions for metals, consumables, coatings,
cleaners, and degreasers.
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.
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.
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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BUILDUP OF GAS can injure or kill.
FLYING METAL can injure eyes.
Shut off shielding gas supply when not in use.
Always ventilate confined spaces or use
approved air-supplied respirator.
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.
Wear a welding helmet fitted with a proper shade of filter 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).
Wear approved safety glasses with side shields under your
helmet.
Use protective screens or barriers to protect others from flash and
glare; warn others not to watch the arc.
Wear protective clothing made from durable, flame-resistant mate-
rial (wool and leather) 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
workpiece, and hot equipment can cause fires and
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.
Protect yourself and others from flying sparks and hot metal.
Do not weld where flying sparks can strike flammable material.
Remove all flammables within 35 ft (10.7 m) of the welding arc. If
this is not possible, tightly cover them with approved covers.
Be alert that welding sparks and hot materials from welding can
easily go through small cracks and openings to adjacent areas.
Watch for fire, and keep a fire extinguisher nearby.
Be aware that welding on a ceiling, floor, bulkhead, or partition can
cause fire on the hidden side.
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).
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.
Do not use welder to thaw frozen pipes.
Remove stick electrode from holder or cut off welding wire at
contact tip when not in use.
Wear oil-free protective garments such as leather gloves, heavy
shirt, cuffless trousers, high shoes, and a cap.
Remove any combustibles, such as a butane lighter or matches,
from your person before doing any welding.
Follow requirements in OSHA 1910.252 (a) (2) (iv) and NFPA 51B
for hot work and have a fire watcher and extinguisher nearby.
Welding, chipping, wire brushing, and grinding
cause sparks and flying metal. As welds cool,
they can throw off slag.
Wear approved safety glasses with side
shields even under your welding helmet.
HOT PARTS can cause severe burns.
Allow cooling period before maintaining.
Wear protective gloves and clothing when
working on a hot engine.
Do not touch hot engine parts or just-welded
parts bare-handed.
NOISE can damage hearing.
Noise from some processes or equipment can
damage hearing.
Wear approved ear protection if noise level
is high.
MAGNETIC FIELDS can affect pacemakers.
Pacemaker wearers keep away.
Wearers should consult their doctor before
going near arc welding, gouging, or spot
welding operations.
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 .
Protect compressed gas cylinders from excessive heat, mechani-
cal shocks, slag, open flames, sparks, and arcs.
Install cylinders in an upright position by securing to a stationary
support or cylinder rack to prevent falling or tipping.
Keep cylinders away from any welding or other electrical circuits.
Never drape a welding torch over a gas cylinder.
Never allow a welding electrode to touch any cylinder.
Never weld on a pressurized cylinder — explosion will result.
Use only correct shielding gas cylinders, regulators, hoses, and fit-
tings designed for the specific application; maintain them and
associated parts in good condition.
Turn face away from valve outlet when opening cylinder valve.
Keep protective cap in place over valve except when cylinder is in
use or connected for use.
Read and follow instructions on compressed gas cylinders,
associated equipment, and CGA publication P-1 listed in Safety
Standards.
1-3.Engine Hazards
BATTERY EXPLOSION can BLIND.
Always wear a face shield, rubber gloves, and
protective clothing when working on a battery.
Stop engine before disconnecting or connect-
ing battery cables or servicing battery.
Do not allow tools to cause sparks when working on a battery.
Do not use welder to charge batteries or jump start vehicles.
Observe correct polarity (+ and –) on batteries.
Disconnect negative (–) cable first and connect it last.
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FUEL can cause fire or explosion.
Stop engine and let it cool of f before checking or
adding fuel.
Do not add fuel while smoking or if unit is near
any sparks or open flames.
Do not overfill tank — allow room for fuel to expand.
Do not spill fuel. If fuel is spilled, clean up before starting engine.
Dispose of rags in a fireproof container.
Always keep nozzle in contact with tank when fueling.
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MOVING PARTS can cause injury.
BREATHING COMPRESSED AIR can
.
TRAPPED AIR PRESSURE AND WHIPPING
ENGINE EXHAUST GASES can kill.
Keep away from fans, belts, and rotors.
Keep all doors, panels, covers, and guards
closed and securely in place.
Stop engine before installing or connecting unit.
Have only qualified people remove guards or covers for maint-
enance and troubleshooting as necessary.
To prevent accidental starting during servicing, disconnect
negative (–) battery cable from battery.
Keep hands, hair, loose clothing, and tools away from moving
parts.
Reinstall panels or guards and close doors when servicing is
finished and before starting engine.
Before working on generator, remove spark plugs or injectors to
keep engine from kicking back or starting.
Block flywheel so that it will not turn while working on generator
components.
STEAM AND HO T C OOLANT can burn.
If possible, check coolant level when engine is
cold to avoid scalding.
Always check coolant level at overflow tank, if
present on unit, instead of radiator (unless told
otherwise in maintenance section or engine
manual).
If the engine is warm, checking is needed, and there is no over-
flow tank, follow the next two statements.
Wear safety glasses and gloves and put a rag over radiator cap.
Turn cap slightly and let pressure escape slowly before
completely removing cap.
Use equipment outside in open, well-ventilated
areas.
If used in a closed area, vent engine exhaust
outside and away from any building air intakes.
BATTERY ACID can BURN SKIN and EYES.
Do not tip battery.
Replace damaged battery.
Flush eyes and skin immediately with water.
ENGINE HEAT can cause fire.
Do not locate unit on, over, or near combustible
surfaces or flammables.
Keep exhaust and exhaust pipes way from
flammables.
EXHAUST SPARKS can cause fire.
Do not let engine exhaust sparks cause fire.
Use approved engine exhaust spark arrestor in
required areas — see applicable codes.
1-4.Compressed Air Hazards
HOT METAL from air arc cutting and
cause serious injury or death.
Do not use compressed air for breathing.
Use only for cutting, gouging, and tools.
COMPRESSED AIR can cause injury
Wear approved safety goggles.
Do not direct air stream toward self or others.
HOSES can cause injury.
Release air pressure from tools and system
before servicing, adding or changing attachments, or opening compressor oil drain or oil
fill cap.
gouging can cause fire or explosion.
Do not cut or gouge near flammables.
Watch for fire; keep extinguisher nearby.
HOT PARTS can cause burns and injury .
Do not touch hot compressor or air system
parts.
Let system cool down before touching or
servicing.
READ INSTRUCTIONS.
Read Owner’s Manual before using or servic-
ing unit.
Stop engine and release air pressure before
servicing.
1-5.Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance
FALLING UNIT can cause injury.
OVERHEATING can damage motors.
Use lifting eye to lift unit only, NOT running
gear, gas cylinders, trailer, or any other
accessories.
If using lift forks to move unit, be sure forks are long enough to
extend beyond opposite side of unit.
Use equipment of adequate capacity to lift and
support unit.
Turn off or unplug equipment before starting or
stopping engine.
Do not let low voltage and frequency caused by
low engine speed damage electric motors.
Do not connect 50 or 60 Hertz motors to the 100 Hertz receptacle
where applicable.
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FLYING SPARKS can cause injury.
H.F. RADIATION can cause interference.
Wear a face shield to protect eyes and face.
Shape tungsten electrode only on grinder with
proper guards in a safe location wearing proper
face, hand, and body protection.
Sparks can cause fires — keep flammables away.
OVERUSE can cause OVERHEATING.
Allow cooling period; follow rated duty cycle.
Reduce current or reduce duty cycle before
starting to weld again.
Do not block or filter airflow to unit.
STATIC (ESD) can damage PC boards.
Put on grounded wrist strap BEFORE handling
boards or parts.
Use proper static-proof bags and boxes to
store, move, or ship PC boards.
TILTING OF TRAILER can cause injury.
Use tongue jack or blocks to support weight.
Properly install welding generator onto trailer
according to instructions supplied with trailer.
READ INSTRUCTIONS.
Use only genuine MILLER/Hobart replacement
parts.
Perform engine and air compressor (if applica-
ble) maintenance and service according to this
manual and the engine/air compressor (if applicable) manuals.
High-frequency (H.F.) can interfere with radio
navigation, safety services, computers, and
communications equipment.
Have only qualified persons familiar with
electronic equipment perform this installation.
The user is responsible for having a qualified electrician
promptly correct any interference problem resulting from the
installation.
If notified by the FCC about interference, stop using the
equipment at once.
Have the installation regularly checked and maintained.
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.
Electromagnetic energy can interfere with
sensitive electronic equipment such as microprocessors, computers, and computer-driven
equipment such as robots.
Be sure all equipment in the welding area is
electromagnetically compatible.
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 elec-
tronic equipment.
Be sure this welding machine is installed and grounded
according t o 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.
1-6.Principal Safety Standards
Safety i n W elding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, ANSI Standard Z49.1,
from American Welding Society , 550 N.W. LeJeune Rd, Miami FL 33126
(phone: 305-443-9353, website: www.aws.org).
Recommended Safe Practices for the Preparation for Welding and Cutting of Containers and Piping, American Welding Society Standard
AWS F4.1, from American Welding Society , 550 N.W. LeJeune Rd, Miami, FL 33126 (phone: 305-443-9353, website: www.aws.org).
National Electrical Code, NFPA Standard 70, from National Fire Protection Association, P.O. Box 9101, 1 Battery March Park, Quincy, MA
02269-9101 (phone: 617-770-3000, website: www.nfpa.org and www.
sparky.org).
Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Cylinders, CGA Pamphlet P-1,
from Compressed Gas Association, 1735 Jefferson Davis Highway,
Suite 1004, Arlington, VA 22202-4102 (phone: 703-412-0900, website:
www.cganet.com).
Code for Safety in Welding and Cutting, CSA Standard W117.2, from
Canadian Standards Association, Standards Sales, 178 Rexdale Bou-
1-7.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 powerfrequency 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.
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levard, Rexdale, Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3 (phone: 800-463-6727 or
in Toronto 416-747-4044, website: www.csa-international.org).
Practice For Occupational And Educational Eye And Face Protection,
ANSI Standard Z87.1, from American National Standards Institute, 11
West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036–8002 (phone: 212-642-4900,
website: www.ansi.org).
Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and Other Hot
Work, NFP A Standard 51B, from National Fire Protection Association,
P.O. Box 9101, 1 Battery March Park, Quincy, MA 02269-9101 (phone:
617-770-3000, website: www.nfpa.org and www. sparky.org).
OSHA, Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry, 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, P A 15250 (there
are 10 Regional Offices—phone for Region 5, Chicago, is
312-353-2220, website: www.osha.gov).
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 SÉCURITÉ – LIRE AVANT
UTILISATION
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Avertissement: Protégez vous et les autres des blessures – lisez et suivez ces précautions.
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.
Identifie un message de sécurité particulier.
Signifie NOTA ; n’est pas relatif à la sécurité.
1-2.Dangers relatifs au soudage à l’arc
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 e t 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 sécurité énumérées à la section 1-6 . Veuillez lire et respecter toutes
ces normes de sécurité.
L’installation, l’utilisation, l’entretien et les réparations ne
doivent être confiés qu’à des personnes qualifiées.
Au cours de l’utilisation, tenir toute personne à l’écart et plus
particulièrement 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 circuits
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.
Ne jamais toucher les pièces électriques sous tension.
Porter des gants et des vêtements de protection secs ne comportant pas
de trous.
S’isoler de la pièce et de la terre au moyen de tapis ou d’autres moyens iso-
lants suffisamment grands pour empêcher le contact physique éventuel
avec la pièce ou la terre.
Ne pas se servir de source électrique àcourant électrique dans les zones
humides, dans les endroits confinés ou là où on risque de tomber.
Se servir d’une source électrique àcourant électrique UNIQUEMENT si le
procédé de soudage le demande.
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.
Des précautions de sécurité supplémentaires sont requises dans des envi-
ronnements à risque comme: les endroits humides ou lorsque l’on porte
des vêtements mouillés; sur des structures métalliques au sol, grillages et
échafaudages; dans des positions assises, à genoux et allongées; ou
quand il y a un risque important de contact accidentel avec la pièce ou le
sol. Dans ces cas utiliser les appareils suivants dans l’ordre de préférence:
1) un poste à souder DC semi–automatique de type CV (MIG/MAG), 2) un
poste à souder manuel (électrode enrobée) DC, 3) un poste à souder manuel AC avec tension à vide réduite. Dans la plupart des cas, un poste
courant continu de type CV est recommandé. Et, ne pas travailler seul!
Couper l’alimentation ou arrêter le moteur avant de procéder à l’installation,
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).
Installer e t mettre à la terre correctement cet appareil conformément à son
manuel d’utilisation et aux codes nationaux, provinciaux et municipaux.
Toujours vérifier la terre du cordon d’alimentation – Vérifier et s’assurer q u e
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.
internes de l’appareil sont également sous tension à ce
Ce groupe de symboles signifie Mise en garde !
Soyez vigilant ! Il y a des
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.
En effectuant les raccordements d’entrée fixer d’abord le conducteur de
mise à la terre approprié et contre-vérifier les connexions.
Vérifier fréquemment le cordon d’alimentation pour voir s’il n’est pas en-
dommagé ou dénudé – remplacer le cordon immédiatement s’il est
endommagé – un câble dénudé peut provoquer une électrocution.
Mettre l’appareil hors tension quand on ne l’utilise pas.
Ne pas utiliser des câbles usés, endommagés, de grosseur insuffisante ou
mal épissés.
Ne pas enrouler les câbles autour du corps.
Si la pièce soudée doit être mise à la terre, le faire directement avec un
câble distinct – ne pas utiliser le connecteur de pièce ou le câble de retour .
Ne pas toucher l’électrode quand on est en contact avec la pièce, la terre ou
une électrode provenant d’une autre machine.
N’utiliser qu’un matériel en bon état. Réparer ou remplacer sur-le-champ
les pièces endommagées. Entretenir l’appareil conformément à ce
manuel.
Porter un harnais de sécurité quand on travaille en hauteur.
Maintenir solidement en place tous les panneaux et capots.
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.
Isoler la pince de masse quand pas mis à la pièce pour éviter le contact
avec tout objet métallique.
risques de danger reliés
Une tension DC importante subsiste à l’intérieur
des onduleurs après avoir coupé l’alimentation.
Couper l’alimentation du poste et décharger les condensateurs d’entrée
comme indiqué dans la Section Maintenance avant de toucher des composants.
LES FUMÉES ET LES GAZ peuvent
être dangereux.
Le soudage génère des fumées et des gaz. Leur inhalation
peut être dangereux pour votre santé.
Eloigner votre tête des fumées. Ne pas respirer les fumées.
À l’interieur, ventiler la zone et/ou utiliser un échappement au niveau de
l’arc pour l’évacuation des fumées et des gaz de soudage.
Si la ventilation est insuffisante, utiliser un respirateur à alimentation d’air
homologué.
Lire les spécifications de sécurité des matériaux (MSDSs) et les instruc-
tions du fabricant concernant les métaux, les consommables, les
revêtements, les nettoyants et les dégraisseurs.
Travailler dans un espace fermé seulement s’il est bien ventilé ou en por-
tant 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.
Ne pas souder dans des endroits situés à proximité d’opérations de dé-
graissage, 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.
Ne pas souder des métaux munis d’un revêtement, tels que l’acier galvani-
sé, 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.
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LES ACCUMULATIONS DE GAZ risquent de provoquer des blessures ou
même la mort.
Fermer l’alimentation du gaz protecteur en cas de
non utilisation.
Veiller toujours à bien aérer les espaces confinés ou se servir d’un respi-
rateur d’adduction d’air homologué.
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 génère
infrarouges) susceptibles de provoquer des brûlures dans les yeux et sur la
peau. Des étincelles sont projetées pendant le soudage.
Porter u n casque de soudage muni d’un écran de filtre approprié pour pro-
téger votre visage et vos yeux pendant le soudage ou pour regarder (voir
ANSI Z49.1 et Z87.1 énuméré dans les normes de sécurité).
Porter des protections approuvés pour les oreilles si le niveau sondre est
trop élevé.
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.
Porter des vêtements de protection constitué dans une matière durable, ré-
sistant au feu (laine ou cuir) et une protection des pieds.
des rayons visibles et invisibles intenses (ultraviolets et
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
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 surchauffement ou un incendie. Avant de
commencer le soudage, vérifier et s’assurer que l’endroit ne présente pas de
danger.
Se protéger et d’autres personnes de la projection d’étincelles e t de métal
chaud.
Ne pas souder dans un endroit là où des étincelles peuvent tomber sur des
substances inflammables.
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.
Des étincelles et des matériaux chauds du soudage peuvent facilement
passer dans d’autres zones en traversant de petites fissures et des
ouvertures.
Surveiller tout déclenchement d’incendie et tenir un extincteur à proximité.
Le soudage ef fectué sur un plafond, plancher, paroi ou séparation peut dé-
clencher un incendie de l’autre côté.
Ne pas effectuer le soudage sur des conteneurs fermés tels que des réser-
voirs, tambours, ou conduites, à moins qu’ils n’aient été préparés
correctement conformément à AWS F4.1 (voir les normes de sécurité).
Brancher l e câble 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 et
d’incendie.
Ne pas utiliser le poste de soudage pour dégeler des conduites gelées.
En cas de non utilisation, enlever la baguette d’électrode du porte-électro-
de ou couper le fil à la pointe de contact.
Porter des vêtements de protection dépourvus d’huile tels que des gants
en cuir, une chemise en matériau lourd, des pantalons sans revers, des
chaussures hautes et un couvre chef.
Avant de souder, retirer toute substance combustible de vos poches telles
qu’un allumeur au butane ou des allumettes.
leur éclatement. Des étincelles peuvent être projetées de
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.
DES PARTICULES VOLANTES
peuvent blesser les yeux.
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 risquent de projeter du laitier.
Porter des lunettes de sécurité avec écrans latéraux ou un écran facial.
des étincelles et des particules métalliques vo-
DES PIÈCES CHAUDES peuvent
provoquer des brûlures graves.
Prévoir u n e période de refroidissement avant d’ef fec-
tuer des travaux d’entretien.
Porter des gants et des vêtements de protection pour
travailler sur un moteur chaud.
Ne pas toucher à mains nues les parties chaudes du moteur ni les pièces
récemment soudées.
LE BRUIT peut affecter l’ouïe.
Le bruit des processus et des équipements peut affecter
l’ouïe.
Porter des protections approuvés pour les oreilles si
le niveau sondre est trop élevé.
LES CHAMPS MAGNÉTIQUES peuvent
affecter les stimulateurs cardiaques.
Porteurs d e stimulateur cardiaque, restez à distance.
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.
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 font normalement partie du procédé de soudage, les manipuler avec
précaution.
Protéger les bouteilles de gaz comprimé d’une chaleur excessive, des
chocs mécaniques, du laitier, des flammes ouvertes, des étincelles et des
arcs.
Placer les bouteilles debout en les fixant dans un support stationnaire ou
dans un porte-bouteilles pour les empêcher de tomber ou de se renverser .
Tenir les bouteilles éloignées des circuits de soudage ou autres circuits
électriques.
Ne jamais placer une torche de soudage sur une bouteille à gaz.
Une électrode de soudage ne doit jamais entrer en contact avec une bou-
teille.
Ne jamais souder une bouteille pressurisée – risque d’explosion.
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.
Ne pas tenir la tête en face de la sortie en ouvrant la soupape de la bouteille.
Maintenir le chapeau de protection sur la soupape, sauf en cas d’utilisation
ou de branchement de la bouteille.
Lire et suivre les instructions concernant les bouteilles de gaz comprimé,
les équipements associés et les publication P-1 CGA énumérées dans les
normes de sécurité.
1-3.Dangers existant en relation avec le moteur
LES ACCUMULATIONS DE GAZ risquent de provoquer des blessures ou
même la mort.
Fermer l’alimentation du gaz protecteur en cas de
non utilisation.
Veiller toujours à bien aérer les espaces confinés ou se servir d’un respi-
rateur d’adduction d’air homologué.
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L’ACIDE DE LA BATTERIE peut provoquer des brûlures dans les YEUX et
sur la PEAU.
Ne pas renverser la batterie.
Remplacer une batterie endommagée.
Rincer immédiatement les yeux et la peau à l’eau.
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L’EXPLOSION DE LA BATTERIE peut
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RENDRE AVEUGLE.
Toujours porter une protection faciale, des gants en
caoutchouc et vêtements de protection lors d’une intervention sur la batterie.
Arrêter le moteur avant de débrancher ou de brancher les câbles de
batterie.
Eviter de provoquer des étincelles avec les outils en travaillant sur la
batterie.
Ne pas utiliser le poste de soudage pour charger les batteries ou des véhi-
cules de démarrage rapide.
Observer la polarité correcte (+ et –) sur les batteries.
Débrancher le câble négatif (–) en premier lieu. Le rebrancher en dernier
lieu.
LE CARBURANT MOTEUR peut provoquer un incendie ou une explosion.
Arrêter le moteur avant de vérifier le niveau de carbu-
rant ou de faire le plein.
Ne pas faire le plein en fumant ou proche d’une sour-
ce d’étincelles ou d’une flamme nue.
Ne pas faire le plein de carburant à ras bord; prévoir de l’espace pour son
expansion.
Faire attention de ne pas renverser de carburant. Nettoyer tout carbu-
rant renversé avant de faire démarrer le moteur.
Jeter les chiffons dans un récipient ignifuge.
DES ORGANES MOBILES peuvent
provoquer des blessures.
Ne pas approcher les mains des ventilateurs, cour-
roies et autres pièces en mouvement.
Maintenir fermés et fixement en place les portes,
panneaux, recouvrements et dispositifs de
protection.
Arrêter le moteur avant d’installer ou brancher l’appareil.
Demander seulement à un personnel qualifié d’enlever les dispositifs de
sécurité ou les recouvrements pour effectuer, s’il y a lieu, des travaux d’entretien et de dépannage.
Pour empêcher tout démarrage accidentel pendant les travaux d’entretien,
débrancher le câble négatif (–) de batterie de la borne.
Ne pas approcher les mains, cheveux, vêtements lâches et outils des orga-
nes mobiles.
Remettre e n place les panneaux ou les dipositifs de protection et fermer le s
portes à la fin des travaux d’entretien et avant de faire démarrer le moteur.
Avant d’intervenir, déposer les bougies ou injecteurs pour éviter la mise en
route accidentelle du moteur.
Bloquer le volant moteur pour éviter sa rotation lors d’une intervention sur le
générateur.
LA VAPEUR ET LE LIQUIDE DE
REFROIDISSEMENT CHAUD peuvent
provoquer des brûlures.
Il est préférable de vérifier le liquide de
refroidissement une fois le moteur refroidi pour éviter
de se brûler.
Toujours vérifier le niveau de liquide de refroidissement dans le vase d’ex-
pansion (si présent), et non dans le radiateur (sauf si précisé autrement
dans la section maintenance du manuel du moteur).
Si le moteur est chaud et que le liquide doit être vérifié, opérer comme sui-
vant :
Mettre des lunettes d e sécurité et des gants, placer un torchon sur le bou-
chondu radiateur.
Dévisser le bouchon légèrement et laisser la vapeur s’échapper avant
d’enlever le bouchon.
LA CHALEUR DU MOTEUR peut provoquer un incendie.
Ne pas placer l’appareil sur , au-dessus ou à proximité
de surfaces inflammables.
Tenir à distance les produits inflammables de
l’échappement.
LES ÉTINCELLES À L’ÉCHAPPEMENT
peuvent provoquer un incendie.
Empêcher les étincelles d’échappement du moteur
de provoquer un incendie.
Utiliser uniquement un pare-étincelles approuvé –
voir codes en vigueur.
1-4.Dangers liés à l’air comprimé
RESPIRER L’AIR COMPRIMÉ peut pro
voquer des blessures graves ou cause
la mort.
Ne pas utiliser l’air comprimé pour respirer.
Utiliser l’air comprimé seulement pour le coupa-
ge, gougeage et les outils pneumatiques.
L’AIR COMPRIMÉ peut provoque
des blessures.
Porter des lunettes de sécurité approuvées.
Ne pas diriger le jet d’air vers d’autres ou soi–
même.
L’AIR COMPRIME EMMAGASINE ET DES
TUYAUX SOUS PRESSION peuvent provo
quer des blessures.
Relâcher la pression d’air de l’outillage ou du sys-
tème avant d’effectuer la maintenance, avant de
changer ou de rajouter des éléments ou avant
d’ouvrir la purge ou le bouchon de remplissage
d’huile.
Le METAL CHAUD lors du coupage et
gougeage plasma peut provoquer un incendie ou une explosion.
Ne pas couper ou gouger à proximité de produits
inflammables.
Surveillez et garder un extincteur à proximité.
DES PIECES CHAUDES peuvent provoquer des brûlures et blessures.
Ne pas toucher le compresseur ou d’autres élé-
ments du circuit air comprimé chauds.
Laisser l’ensemble se refroidir avant de toucher
ou d’effectuer la maintenance.
LIRE LES INSTRUCTIONS.
Lisez le manuel d’instructions avant l’utilisation
ou la maintenance de l’appareil.
Arrêter le moteur et relâcher la pression avant
d’effectuer la maintenance.
1-5.Dangers supplémentaires en relation avec l’installation, le fonctionnement
et la maintenance
LA CHUTE DE L’APPAREIL peut
blesser.
Utiliser l’anneau de levage uniquement pour soulever
l’appareil lui-même ; sans chariot, de bouteilles de
gaz, remorque, ou autres accessoires.
Utiliser un équipement de levage de capacité suffisante pour lever
l’appareil.
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.
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LE SURCHAUFFEMENT peut endommager le moteur électrique.
Arrêter ou déconnecter l’équipement avant de dé-
marrer ou d’arrêter le moteur.
Ne pas laisser tourner le moteur trop lentement sous
risque d’endommager le moteur électrique à cause
d’une tension et d’une fréquence trop faibles.
Ne pas brancher de moteur de 50 ou de 60 Hz à la prise de 100 Hz, s’il y a
lieu.
LES ÉTINCELLES VOLANTES risquent de provoquer des blessures.
Porter un écran facial pour protéger le visage et les
yeux.
Affuterr l’électrode au tungstène uniquement à la meuleuse dotée de pro-
tecteurs. Cette manoeuvre est à exécuter dans un endroit sûr lorsque
l’on porte l’équipement homologué de protection du visage, des mains et
du corps.
Les étincelles risquent de causer un incendie – éloigner toute substance
inflammable.
L’EMPLOI EXCESSIF peut
SURCHAUFFER L’ÉQUIPEMENT.
Laisser l’équipement refroidir ; respecter l e facteur de
marche nominal.
Réduire le courant ou le facteur de marche avant de
poursuivre le soudage.
Ne pas obstruer les passages d’air du poste.
LES CHARGES ÉLECTROSTATI QUES peuvent endommager les
circuits imprimés.
Établir la connexion avec la barrette de terre avant de
manipuler des cartes ou des pièces.
Utiliser des pochettes et des boîtes antistatiques
pour stocker, déplacer ou expédier des cartes de
circuits imprimes.
UNE REMORQUE QUI BASCULE peut
entraîner des blessures.
Utiliser les supports de la remorque ou des blocs
pour soutenir le poids.
Installer convenablement le poste sur la remorque
comme indiqué dans le manuel s’y rapportant.
LIRE LES INSTRUCTIONS.
Utiliser seulement les pièces de rechange d’origine.
Effectuer la maintenance du moteur et du compres-
seur (si applicable) suivant ce manuel et le manuel du
moteur/compresseur (si applicable).
LE RAYONNEMENT HAUTE FRÉQUENCE (H.F.) risque de provoquer
des interférences.
Le rayonnement haute fréquence (H.F.) peut
provoquer des interférences avec les équipements
de radio–navigation et de communication, les
services de sécurité et les ordinateurs.
Demander seulement à des personnes qualifiées familiarisées avec des
équipements électroniques de faire fonctionner l’installation.
L’utilisateur est tenu de faire corriger rapidement par un électricien quali-
fié les interférences résultant de l’installation.
Si le FCC signale des interférences, arrêter immédiatement l’appareil.
Effectuer régulièrement le contrôle et l’entretien de l’installation.
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 interférences
éventuelles.
LE SOUDAGE À L’ARC risque de
provoquer des interférences.
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.
Veiller à c e que tout l’équipement de la zone de soudage soit compatible
électromagnétiquement.
Pour réduire la possibilité d’interférence, maintenir les câbles de souda-
ge aussi courts que possible, les grouper, et les poser aussi bas que possible (ex. par terre).
Veiller à souder à une distance de 100 mètres de tout équipement élec-
tronique sensible.
Veiller à c e que ce poste de soudage soit posé et mis à la terre conformé-
ment à ce mode d’emploi.
En cas d’interférences après avoir pris les mesures précédentes, il in-
combe à l’utilisateur de prendre des mesures supplémentaires telles qu e
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.
1-6.Principales normes de sécurité
Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, norme ANSI Z49.1, de
l’American Welding Society, 550 N.W. LeJeune Rd, Miami FL 33126 (téléphone : (305) 443–9353, site Web : www.aws.org).
Recommended Safe Practices for the Preparation for Welding and Cutting
of Containers and Piping, norme American Welding Society AWS F4.1, de
l’American Welding Society, 550 N.W. LeJeune Rd, Miami, FL 33126 (téléphone : (305) 443–9353, site Web : www.aws.org).
National Electrical Code, norme NFPA 70, de la National Fire Protection Association, P.O. Box 9101, 1 Battery March Park, Quincy, MA 02269–9101
(téléphone : (617) 770–3000, sites Web : www.nfpa.org et www.sparky.org).
Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Cylinders, brochure CGA P–1, de
la Compressed Gas Association, 1735 Jefferson Davis Highway, Suite
1004, Arlington, VA 22202–4102 (téléphone : (703) 412–0900, site Web :
www.cganet.com).
Code for Safety in Welding and Cutting, norme CSA W117.2, de la Canadian Standards Association, Standards Sales, 178 boulevard Rexdale,
Rexdale (Ontario) Canada M9W 1R3 (téléphone : (800) 463–6727 ou à Toronto : (416) 747–4044, site Web : www.csa–international.org).
Practice For Occupational And Educational Eye And Face Protection,
norme ANSI Z87.1, de l’American National Standards Institute, 11 West
42nd Street, New York, NY 10036–8002 (téléphone : (212) 642–4900, site
Web : www.ansi.org).
Standard for F i r e P r e v e n t i o n During Welding, Cutting, and Other Hot Work,
norme NFPA 51B, de la National Fire Protection Association, P.O. Box
9101, 1 Battery March Park, Quincy, MA 02269–9101 (téléphone : (617)
770–3000, site Web : www.nfpa.org et www.sparky.org).
OSHA, Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Industry,
Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 1910, Subpart Q, and
Part 1926, Subpart J, de l’U.S. Government Printing Office, Superintendent
of Documents, P.O. Box 371954, Pittsburgh, PA 15250 (il y a 10 bureaux
régionaux – Téléphone pour la Région 5, Chicago : (312) 353–2220, site
Web : www.osha.gov).
1-7.Information sur les champs électromagnétiques
Données sur le soudage électrique et les effets des champs magnétiques
basse fréquence sur l’organisme
En parcourant les câbles de soudage, le courant crée des champs électromagnétiques. Les effets potentiels de tels champs restent préoccupants.
Cependant, après avoir examiné plus de 500 études qui ont été faites pendant une période de recherche de 17 ans, un comité de spécialistes du
National Research Council a conclu : « L’accumulation de preuves n’a pas
démontré que l’exposition aux champs magnétiques et aux champs électriques à haute fréquence constitue un risque pour la santé humaine ».
Toutefois, les études et l’examen des preuves se poursuivent. En attendant
les conclusions finales de la recherche, il serait souhaitable de réduire l’exposition aux champs électromagnétiques pendant le soudage ou le
coupage.
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Afin de réduire les champs électromagnétiques en milieu de travail, respecter les consignes suivantes :
1. Garder les câbles ensemble en les torsadant ou en les fixant avec du
ruban adhésif.
2. Mettre tous les câbles du côté opposé à l’opérateur.
3. Ne pas s’enrouler les câbles autour du corps.
4. Garder le poste de soudage et les câbles le plus loin possible de soi.
5. Placer la pince de masse le plus près possible de la zone de soudage.
Consignes relatives aux stimulateurs cardiaques :
Les personnes qui portent un stimulateur cardiaque doivent avant tout
consulter leur médecin. Si ce dernier les déclare aptes, il leur est recommandé de respecter les consignes ci-dessus.
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SECTION 2 – DEFINITIONS
A
3
2-1.Symbols And Definitions
Stop EngineStart EngineEther Starting AidEngine
Do Not Switch
While Welding
Or Under Load
Battery (Engine)Circuit BreakerEngine Oil
Check Injectors/
Pump
PositiveNegative
Amperes
Check Valve
Clearance
Certified/Trained
VoltsPanel/LocalRemote
V
OnTemperatureOutput (Contactor)
Stick (SMAW)
Welding
Time
h
TIG (GTAW)
Welding
Hours
Read Operator’s
Manual
MIG (GMAW)
s
Fuel
Mechanic
Welding
Seconds
1
Protective Earth
(Ground)
Welding Arc
Alternating
Current
Three Phase
Single Phase
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SECTION 3 – SPECIFICATIONS
120/240 V AC,
Dual
Volts DC, 40%
120/240 V AC,
Air-Cooled,
r,
l
Engine
22.3 gal
Dual
(Both Sides)
Volts DC, 40%
(4 kVA/kW Shared By
Engine
be damaged or unit could tip.
be damaged or unit could tip.
Do not move or operate unit where it could
tip.
A
C
B
D
E
F
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3-1.Description
This unit has two CC/CV modules with separate weld controls for applications where two welding arcs are needed. A
Welder Selector switch controls whether one or both sets of weld output terminals are active (see Section 5-2). When
the unit is operated in the dual operator mode, each welder has CC and CV weld output available for Stick, TIG, and
MIG welding. When in the single operator mode, CC weld output is available to the welder on the Welder B (right) side
only (CV not active in single operator mode).
3-2.Weld, Power, And Engine Specifications
Max.
Open-
Circuit
Voltage
Rated
Welding
Output
550 A at 30
Volts DC, 40%
Duty Cycle
275 A at 31
Duty Cycle
Weld
Mode
Single
Weld
Stations
Available
1
(Right Side)
2
Weld
Output
CC/DC30 – 600 A85
CC/DC15 – 300 A85
CV/DC10 – 32 V49
Weld
Output
Range
3-3.Dimensions, Weights, And Operating Angles
Dimensions
Height 47-5/8 in (1210 mm)
Width 31-1/4 in (794 mm)
Depth60-1/2 i n (1537 mm)
A59-1/8 i n (1502 mm)
B47-1/4 i n (1200 mm)
C43-1/4 in (1099 mm)
D32-3/4 i n (832 mm)
E24-15/16 in (633 mm)
F10-1/2 in (267 mm)
G6-1/2 in (165 mm)
H2-7/8 in (73 mm)
J29-7/8 i n (759 mm)
K11/16 in (24 mm)
L
21/32 i n (17 mm) Dia.
16 Holes
Weight
2005 lb (909 kg)
L
Engine End
G
H
158 699
Generator Power
Rating
Single-Phase,
4 kVA/kW, 34/17 A,
50/60 Hz
(4 kVA/kW Shared By
All Receptacles)
Do not exceed tilt angles or engine could
Do not move or operate unit where it could
A
B
20°
20°
Engine
Deutz F3L-912
Air-Cooled,
Three-Cylinde
41.5 HP Diese
Fuel
Capacity
(84.4 L)
17.5°
17.5°
angles_1 8/99
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3-4.Fuel Consumption
The curve shows typical fuel use under the combined weld loads of both
sides (Welder A and Welder B).
7.57
6.62
5.67
4.73
3.78
2.84
1.98
0.95
LITERS/HR.
1.70
1.46
1.25
1.04
0.83
0.62
0.40
0.21
IMP. GAL./HR.
2.00
1.75
1.50
1.25
1.00
0.75
0.50
0.25
0
050 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500 550 600
U.S. GAL./HR.
CC
CV
DC WELD AMPERES AT 40% DUTY CYCLE
3-5.AC Generator Power
300
150
250
125
200
100
150
75
AC VOLTS
100
50
50
25
0
0
051015202530
AC AMPERES IN 240V MODE
195 711
The ac power curve shows the generator power in amperes available
at the 120 and 240 volt receptacles.
0102030405060
AC AMPERES IN 120V MODE
193 018
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3-6.Duty Cycle And Overheating
Dual Operator Mode – 40% Duty Cycle At 275 Amperes From Each Side
Single Operator Mode – 40% Duty Cycle At 550 Amperes From Welder Bside (Right)
4 Minutes Welding6 Minutes Resting
Duty Cycle is percentage of 10 mi n utes that unit can weld at rated load
without overheating.
Exceeding duty cycle can
damage unit and void
warranty.
If a weld module overheats, the
High Temperature light goes on and
the thermostat opens to stop weld
output to that module. Wait fifteen
minutes for module to cool. Reduce
amperage, voltage, or duty cycle
before welding.
This unit has separate duty cycle
ratings for each operating mode. If
the unit is operated in the dual operator mode, the unit is rated at 40%
duty cycle. This means each side of
the unit can be operated at 275 amperes at 40% duty cycle.
When the unit is operated in the
single operator mode, theWelder B
side (right) is rated at 40% duty
cycle (550 A at 40% duty cycle).
Overheating
0
Minutes
15
A or V
OR
Reduce Duty Cycle
Ref. rduty1 5/95 – 194 313-A
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3-7.Volt-Ampere Curves
A. CC/DC – Single Mode
100
80
The volt-ampere curve shows the
minimum, medium, and maximum
voltage and amperage output capabilities of the welding generator.
Curves of all other settings fall between the curves shown.
DC VOLTS
60
40
MIN MEDMAX
20
0
0100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000
B. CC/DC – Dual Mode
100
80
60
40
DC VOLTS
20
DC AMPERES
MAXMEDMIN
0
050100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 500
C. CV/DC Mode
100
80
60
DC VOLTS
40
20
MAX
MED
MIN
0
0100 200 300 400 500 600 700 800 900 1000
DC AMPERES
DC AMPERES
194 397 / 194 398 / 194 399
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SECTION 4 – INSTALLATION
4-1.Installing Welding Generator
NOTE
MovementAirflow ClearanceLocation
Do Not Lift Unit From End
OR
Grounding
When facing the front panel, the Welder B controls and weld terminals are on the
right and the Welder A controls and weld terminals are on the left.
Electrically bond generator frame to
vehicle frame by metal-to-metal
contact.
Bed liners, shipping skids, and some running
gears insulate the welding generator from the
vehicle frame. Always connect a ground wire
from the generator equipment grounding terminal to bare metal on the vehicle frame as shown.
generator onto transport vehicle
or trailer and comply with all DOT
and other applicable codes.
Always ground generator frame
to vehicle frame to prevent electric shock and static electricity
hazards.
If unit does not have GFCI recep-
tacles, use GFCI-protected extension cord.
1 Equipment Grounding Terminal
(On Front Panel)
2 Grounding Cable (Not Supplied)
3 Metal Vehicle Frame
Connect cable from equipment ground
terminal t o metal vehicle frame. Use #10
AWG or larger insulated copper wire.
Be sure equipment connected to
the 240 V receptacles is GFCI-
protected.
OR
Notes
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Work like a Pro!
Pros weld and cut
safely. Read the
safety rules at
the beginning
of this manual.
Page 19
4-2.Activating The Dry Charge Battery
1
2
Remove battery from unit.
1 Eye Protection – Safety
Glasses Or Face Shield
2 Rubber Gloves
5
4
3
3 Vent Caps
4 Sulfuric Acid Electrolyte
(1.265 Specific Gravity)
5 Well
Fill each cell with electrolyte to
bottom of well (maximum).
Do not overfill battery cells.
Wait ten minutes and check electrolyte level. If necessary , add electrolyte to raise to proper level. Reinstall vent caps.
6 Battery Charger
Read and follow all instruc-
tions supplied with battery
charger.
Charge battery for 12 minutes at 30
amperes or 30 minutes at 5 amperes. Disconnect charging cables
and install battery.
When electrolyte is low, add
only distilled water to cells to
maintain proper level.
5 A For 30 Minutes
OR
30 A For 12 Minutes
6
+
–
Tools Needed:
drybatt1 2/96 – S-0886
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4-3.Connecting The Battery
4-4.Installing Exhaust Pipe
Connect (–) Cable Last.
+
–
190 377
Stop engine and let cool.
Do not blow exhaust toward
air cleaner or air intake.
Tools Needed:
1/2 in
Top View
exh_pipe2 4/96 – 154 089-A / 154 611 / 190 377
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4-5.Engine Prestart Checks
Notes
1-800-332-9448 www.welding.org
1/2 in
(13 mm)
Diesel
Valve Open
Full
I
Check all fluids daily. Engine must
be cold and on a level surface.
Follow run-in procedure in engine
manual. I f unburned fuel and oil collect in exhaust pipe during run-in,
see Section 9.
Fuel
Do not use gasoline. Gaso-
line will damage engine.
Add diesel fuel before starting
engine the first time (see maintenance label for specifications). Fill
fuel tank up to 1/2 in. (13 mm) from
top to allow room for expansion.
Open fuel shut-off valve.
Do not run out of fuel or air enters
fuel system and causes starting
problems. See engine manual to
bleed air from fuel system.
Oil
After fueling, check oil with unit on
level surface. If oil is not up to full
mark on dipstick, add oil (see maintenance label).
Engine stops if oil pressure is
too low.
To improve cold weather
starting:
Keep battery in good condition.
Store battery in warm area.
O
Full
Use fuel formulated for cold
weather (diesel fuel can gel in
cold weather). Contact local
fuel supplier for fuel information.
Use correct grade oil for cold
weather.
Ref. 158 633-C / S-176 697
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4-6.Safety Information For Connecting To Weld Output Terminals
UNEXPECTED WELD OUTPUT can cause injury or fire.
Both weld outputs can be live (ON) when Welder Selector switch is in Welder A/Welder B position and engine is running.
Disconnect or insulate any unused cables.
Know where cables are located BEFORE starting engine.
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill; ARCING can burn skin or damage electrical connections.
Stop engine before making any weld output connections.
Do not connect welding output of different polarities to the same structure.
See ANSI Z49.1 and OSHA Title 29, Chapter XVII, Part 1910, Subpart Q (addresses at beginning of manual).
When welding on the same workpiece, all connections to the workpiece must be of the same polarity.
Do not handle or come in contact with two live electrodes at the same time.
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill; TWO TIMES NORMAL OPEN-CIRCUIT VOLTS can exist between electrode holders of opposite polarity.
Do not touch electrode holders of opposite polarity at the same time.
Separate electrode holders of opposite polarity to prevent contact.
Consult ANSI Z49.1 for common grounding safe practices.
See Sections 4-8 thru 4-13 for dual operator
output connections for CC and CV welding.
See Section 4-14 for single operator output
Tools Need e d :
3/4 in
Ref. 190 377 / 802 292-A / 802 554
connections (CC only).
If unit has the Polarity switch option, the
Negative (–) weld output terminals are labeled Work receptacles and the CC weld
output terminals are labeled Electrode receptacles.
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4-8.Making Dual Operator CC Weld Connections w/ Separate Work Cables
Tools Needed:
Direct Current Electrode Positive
(DCEP) connections are shown.
3/4 in
Welder A (Left) Side
2
Note position
of Process
Selector
switches.
1
Welder B (Right) Side
2
Stop engine.
Do not exceed machine duty cycle.
Use Dual Operator mode for CC and
CV welding (see Section 5-1).
See Section 4-15 for proper cable size.
1 Strain Reliefs
Route cables through strain reliefs.
3
2 Electrode Holder Cables
3 Work Cables
For Stick/TIG welding Direct Current Elec-
trode Positive (DCEP), connect work
cables to Negative (–) terminals and electrode holder cables to CC terminals.
For Stick/TIG Direct Current Electrode
Negative (DCEN), connect work cables to
Ref. 190 377 / 802 292-A
CC terminals and electrode holder cables
to Negative (–) terminals.
If unit has the Polarity switch option, connect work cables to Work receptacles and
electrode h o l d e r c a b l e s t o E l e c t r o d e r e c e p tacles.
Be sure Process Selector switches are
set correctly. See Section 5-3.
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4-9.Making Dual Operator Mode CC Weld Connections w/ Common Work Cable
Tools Needed:
INADEQUATE CABLE CONNECTIONS can cause serious damage to welding generator and create a hazardous condition.
When making weld connections with a common work cable, connect a weld cable of adequate size between the Negative (–) weld terminals, and connect a single weld cable of adequate size from the Welder B (right) Negative (–) terminal to the workpiece.
When using these connections as a common work terminal, all connections must be of the same polarity.
For a common work cable connection, the work cable must be able to carry the combined weld output of both modules (see Section 4-15
for proper cable size).
Direct Current Electrode Positive
(DCEP) connections are shown.
3/4 in
Welder A (Left) Side
2
Welder B (Right) Side
Note position
of Process
Selector
switches.
1
4
2
3
Ref. 190 377 / 802 292-A
Stop engine.
Do not exceed machine duty cycle.
For common work connection, work
cable must be able to carry combined
weld output of both CC weld output terminals (see Section 4-15 for proper
cable size).
Use Dual Operator mode for CC and
CV welding (see Section 5-1).
1 Strain Relief
Route cables through strain reliefs.
2 Electrode Holder Cables
3 Work Jumper Cable
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4 Common Work Cable
For Stick/TIG welding Direct Current Elec-
trode Positive (DCEP), connect common
work cable and work jumper cable to Welder B (right) Negative (–) terminal. Connect
other end of work jumper cable to Welder A
(left) Negative (–) terminal.
Connect electrode holder cables to CC terminals.
For Stick/TIG Direct Current Electrode
Negative (DCEN), connect common work
cable and work jumper cable to Welder B
(right) CC terminal. Connect other end of
work jumper cable to Welder A (left) CC terminal.
Connect electrode holder cables to Negative (–) terminals.
If unit has the Polarity switch option, connect common work cable and work jumper
cable to Welder B (right) Work receptacle.
Connect other end of work jumper cable to
Welder A (left) Work receptacle.
Connect electrode holder cables to Electrode receptacles.
Be sure Process Selector switches
and optional Polarity switches are set
correctly. See Section 5-3.
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4-10. Making Dual Operator CV Weld Connections w/ Separate Work Cables
Tools Need e d :
Direct Current Electrode Positive
(DCEP) connections are shown.
3/4 in
Welder A (Left) Side
Welder B (Right) Side
Note position
of Process
Selector
switches.
Note position
of optional
2
Polarity
switch.
1
Note position
of optional Po-
larity switch.
2
Stop engine.
Do not exceed machine duty cycle.
Use Dual Operator mode for CC and
CV welding (see Section 5-1).
See Section 4-15 for proper cable size.
1 Strain Reliefs
Route cables through strain reliefs.
2 Wire Feeder Cables
3
3 Work Cables
For MIG and FCAW welding Direct Current
Electrode Positive (DCEP), connect work
cables to Negative (–) terminals and wire
feeder cables to CV terminals.
For MIG and FCAW Direct Current Electrode Negative (DCEN), connect work
cables to CV terminals and wire feeder
cables to Negative (–) terminals.
Ref. 190 377 / 802 292-A
If unit has the Polarity switch option, connect work cables to Work receptacles and
wire feeder cables to CV receptacles.
Place optional Polarity switches in Re-
verse position when using CV weld receptacles. There is no CV weld output
when switch is in Straight position.
Be sure Process Selector and Polarity
switches are set correctly . See Section
5-3.
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4-11. Making Dual Operator CV Weld Connections w/ Common Work Cable
Tools Need e d :
INADEQUATE CABLE CONNECTIONS can cause serious damage to welding generator and create a hazardous condition.
When making weld connections with a common work cable, connect a weld cable of adequate size between the Negative (–) weld terminals, and connect a single weld cable of adequate size from the Welder B (right) Negative (–) terminal to the workpiece.
When using these connections as a common work terminal, all connections must be of the same polarity.
For a common work cable connection, the work cable must be able to carry the combined weld output of both modules (see Section 4-15
for proper cable size).
Direct Current Electrode Positive
Welder A (Left) Side
(DCEP) connections are shown.
Note position
of Process
Selector
switches.
Welder B (Right) Side
3/4 in
Note position
of optional
Polarity
switch.
2
Stop engine.
Do not exceed machine duty cycle.
For common work connection, work
cable must be able to carry combined
weld output of both CC weld output terminals (see Section 4-15 for proper
cable size).
Use Dual Operator mode for CC and
CV welding (see Section 5-1).
1 Strain Relief
Route cables through strain reliefs.
2 Wire Feeder Cables
3 Work Jumper Cable
1
3
4 Common Work Cable
For MIG and FCAW welding Direct Current
Electrode Positive (DCEP), connect common work cable and work jumper cable to
Welder B (right) Negative (–) terminal. Connect other end of work jumper cable to
Welder A (left) Negative (–) terminal.
Connect wire feeder cables to CV terminals.
For MIG and FCAW Direct Current Electrode Negative (DCEN), connect common
work cable and work jumper cable to Welder B (right) CV terminal. Connect other end
of work jumper cable to Welder A (left) CV
terminal.
Note position of optional
4
Connect wire feeder cables to Negative (–)
terminals.
If unit has the Polarity switch option, connect common work cable and work jumper
cable to Welder B (right) Work receptacle.
Connect other end of work jumper cable to
Welder A (left) Work receptacle.
Connect wire feeder cables to CV receptacles.
Polarity switch.
2
Ref. 190 377 / 802 292-A
Place optional Polarity switches in Re-
verse position when using CV weld receptacles. There is no CV weld output
when switch is in Straight position.
Be sure Process Selector and Polarity
switches are set correctly . See Section
5-3.
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4-12. Making Dual Operator CC And CV Weld Connections w/ Separate Work Cables
Tools Need e d :
3/4 in
Direct Current Electrode Positive
(DCEP) connections are shown.
Welder A (Left) Side
Welder B (Right) Side
Note position
of Process
Selector
switches.
Note position
of optional
3
Polarity
switch.
1
2
Stop engine.
Do not exceed machine duty cycle.
Use Dual Operator mode for CC and
CV welding (see Section 5-1).
See Section 4-15 for proper cable size.
1 Strain Reliefs
Route cables through strain reliefs.
2 Electrode Holder Cable
3 Wire Feeder Cable
4 Work Cables
For Stick/TIG welding Direct Current Elec-
trode Positive (DCEP), connect work cable
4
to Negative (–) terminal and electrode holder cable to CC terminal.
For Stick/TIG Direct Current Electrode
Negative (DCEN), connect work cable to
CC terminal and electrode holder cable to
Negative (–) terminal.
Be sure Process Selector switches are
set correctly. See Section 5-3.
For MIG and FCAW welding Direct Current
Electrode Positive (DCEP), connect work
cable to Negative (–) terminal and wire
feeder cable to CV terminal.
For MIG and FCAW Direct Current Electrode Negative (DCEN), connect work
cable to C V terminal and wire feeder cable
to Negative (–) terminal.
Ref. 190 377 / 802 292-A
For Stick/TIG welding on units with Polarity
switch option, connect work cable to Work
receptacle and electrode cable to Electrode
receptacle.
For MIG/FCAW welding on units with Polarity switch option, connect work cable to
Work receptacle and wire feeder cable to
CV receptacle.
Place optional Polarity switches in Re-
verse position when using CV weld receptacles. There is no CV weld output
when switch is in Straight position.
Be sure Process Selector and Polarity
switches are set correctly . See Section
5-3.
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4-13. Making Dual Operator CC And CV Weld Connections w/ Common Work Cable
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Tools Needed:
3/4 in
INADEQUATE CABLE CONNECTIONS can cause serious damage to welding generator and create a hazardous condition.
When making weld connections with a common work cable, connect a weld cable of adequate size between the Negative (–) weld terminals, and connect a single weld cable of adequate size from the Welder B (right) Negative (–) terminal to the workpiece.
When using these connections as a common work terminal, all connections must be of the same polarity.
For a common work cable connection, the work cable must be able to carry the combined weld output of both modules (see Section 4-15
for proper cable size).
Direct Current Electrode Positive
Welder A (Left) Side
(DCEP) connections are shown.
Note position
of Process
Selector
switches.
Welder B (Right) Side
Note position of
optional Polarity
switch.
3
Stop engine.
Do not exceed machine duty cycle.
For common work connection, work
cable must be able to carry combined
weld output of both CC weld output terminals (see Section 4-15 for proper
cable size).
Use Dual Operator mode for CC and CV
welding (see Section 5-1).
1 Strain Reliefs
Route cables through strain reliefs.
2 Electrode Holder Cable
3 Wire Feeder Cable
4 Work Jumper Cable
5 Common Work Cable
1
4
For Direct Current Electrode Positive
(DCEP), connect common work cable and
work jumper cable to Welder B (right) Negative (–) terminal. Connect other end of work
jumper cable to Welder A (left) Negative (–)
terminal.
Connect electrode holder cable to either CC
terminal.
Connect wire feeder cable to CV terminal on
other side.
Be sure Process Selector switches are
set correctly. See Section 5-3.
For Direct Current Electrode Negative
(DCEN), connect common work cable and
work jumper cable to Welder B (right) CC
terminal. Connect o t h e r e n d o f w o r k j u m p e r
cable to Welder A (left) CV terminal.
5
2
Ref. 190 377 / 802 292-A
Connect electrode holder cable to eithe
Negative (–) terminal, and wire feeder cabl
to remaining Negative (–) terminal.
If unit has the Polarity switch option, connec
common work c able and work jumper cabl
to Welder B (right) Work receptacle. Con
nect other end of work jumper cable to W eld
er A (left) Work receptacle.
Connect electrode holder cable to eithe
Electrode r e c e p t a c l e .
Connect wire feeder cable to CV receptacl
on other side.
Place optional Polarity switch in Re
verse position when using CV weld re
ceptacle. There is no CV weld outpu
when switch is in Straight position.
Be sure Process Selector and Polarit
switches are set correctly . See Sectio
5-3.
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4-14. Making Single Operator CC Weld Connections
Direct Current Electrode Positive
(DCEP) connections are shown.
Welder A (left) Terminals Inactive
In Single Operator Mode
Note position
of Process
Selector
switch.
1
3
Welder B(Right) Side
2
Tools Needed:
3/4 in
Stop engine.
Do not exceed machine duty cycle.
Welder A (left) weld output terminals
are disabled in Single Operator mode.
Connect only to Welder B (right) terminals for Single Operator mode operation.
Use Single Operator mode for CC weld-
ing only. Welder A and Welder B CV
weld output terminals are disabled in
Single Operator mode. (see Section
4-8).
See Section 4-15 for proper cable size.
See Section 4-15 for proper cable size.
1 Strain Relief
Route cables through strain reliefs.
2 Electrode Holder Cable
3 Work Cable
For Stick/TIG welding Direct Current Elec-
trode Positive (DCEP), connect work cable
190 377 / 802 292-A
to Negative (–) terminal and electrode holder cable to CC terminal.
For Stick/TIG Direct Current Electrode Negative (DCEN), connect work cable to CC
terminal and electrode holder cable to Negative (–) receptacle.
If unit has the Polarity switch option, connect work cable to Work terminal and electrode holder cable to Electrode receptacle.
sure to ether can harm your
health. Follow manufacturer’s safety instructions on
cylinder.
Do not use Ether Starting Aid
while engin e i s r u n n i n g .
Open right side door.
1 Ether Cylinder
2 Nozzle
Remove cover and clean cylinder
nozzle.
3 Clamp
4 Fitting
5 Cap
6 Valve
Remove cap and clean fitting.
Install cylinder on fitting. Tighten
clamp.
After installing cylinder, wait at
least 10 minutes before using
to let ether particles settle and
prevent atomizer plugging.
Put cap on fitting when cylinder is
removed.
4-17. Remote 14 Receptacle Information
NOTE
24 VOLTS AC
OUTPUT
A/V
AMPERAGE
VOLTAGE
Place Welder Selector switch in Welder A/W elder B position (dual operator mode) for
both remote receptacles to work. Welder A (left) remote receptacle output contactor
and control is disabled when switch is in Welder B position.
Socket*Socket Information
A24 volts ac. Protected by circuit breakers CB5 and CB6.
BContact closure to A completes 24 volts ac contactor control circuit.
COutput to remote control; +10 volts dc in CV, 0 to +10 volts dc in CC.
DRemote control circuit common.
E0 to +10 volts dc input command signal from remote control.
F
H
Current feedback; 0 to +10 volts dc, 1 volt per 100 amperes.
Voltage feedback; +1 volts dc per 10 arc volts.
ether1 7/96 – 153 382-A / 190 377 / 802 291-A
115 VOLTS AC
*The remaining sockets are not used.
I
J
KChassis common.
GCircuit common for 24 and 115 volts ac circuits.
115 volts, 15 amperes, 60 Hz ac. Protected by circuit breakers CB5 and CB6.
Contact closure to I completes 115 volts ac contactor control circuit.
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4-18. Remote 14 Receptacle Connections
AJ
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B
L
C
D
I
NH
M
G
F
E
AJ
K
B
L
NH
C
M
D
E
OR
Dual Operator Operation
I
G
F
OR
AJ
K
B
L
NH
C
M
D
E
OR
Single Operator Operation
I
G
600 AMPS
F
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Ref. 802 291-A
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SECTION 5 – OPERATING THE WELDING GENERATOR
NOTE
5-1.Engine Controls
When facing the front panel, the Welder B controls and weld terminals are on the
right and the Welder A side controls and weld terminals are on the left.
3
451
2
See Section 5-3 for weld control
descriptions.
1 Engine Start Button
2 Manual Stop Control
3 Ether Starting Aid Switch (Optional)
Push switch up and release while cranking
engine t o release ether.
To Start: Press button and use Ether switch
(if necessary). Release button when engine
starts.
If the engine does not start, let engine
come to a complete stop before attempting restart.
190 377
To Stop: Pull control out and hold. Release
control when engine stops.
4 Battery Charging Warning Light
Light goes on when battery is not charging.
If light goes on, stop engine and check
engine belt.
5 Engine Hour Meter
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5-2.Weld Controls (See Section 5-3)
1
300 AMPS300 AMPS
WELDER AWelder B
600 AMPS
Welder B
600 AMPS
10
342
897
5
6
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Ref. 191 848
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5-3.Weld Control Descriptions (See Section 5-2)
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1 Welder Selector Switch
Use switch to select Dual Operator or Single
Operator welding mode.
Place switch in W elder A/W elder B (dual oper-
ator) position for CC and CV output from Welder A (left) and Welder B (right) weld output terminals. Control the weld output from the terminals on each side using the weld controls on
that same side.
Place switch in Welder B (single operator)
position for CC weld output from Welder B
(right) weld output terminals only. CV weld output terminals on both sides do not work when
unit is in Single Operator mode.
Welder A (left) weld output terminals are
disabled in Single Operator mode. Connect only to Welder B (right) terminals fo r
Single O perator operation.
When in single Operator mode, only CC
weld output is available. Welder A (left)
and Welder B (right) side CV weld output
terminals are disabled in Single Operator
mode. (see Section 4-8).
2 Process Selector Switch
Use switch to select output for weld process.
If switch is in Stick/Tig position, place Welder
Selector switch in Welder A/Welder B or Welder B Position. If switch is in MIG position, place
Welder Selector switch in Welder A/Welder B
position only.
CV weld output for MIG is only available
when W elder Selector switch is in Welder
A/Welder B position. All weld output
stops if either Process Selector switch
is placed in MIG position when Welder
Selector switch is in Welder B position.
Place optional Polarity switch in Reverse
position when using CV weld output.
There is n o C V weld output when Polarity
switch is in Straight position.
Do not switch under load or with out-
put on.
3 Arc Force (Dig) Control
Use control to automatically increase amper-
age as arc length is decreased to assist in arc
starts and reduce the chance of the electrode
sticking in the puddle. Turn clockwise to increase short-circuit amperage. Set at minimum for TIG welding.
4 Hot Start Switch
Use switch to disable hot start circuit. Turn
switch On for Stick (SMAW) and Submerged
Arc (SAW) Welding, and Air Carbon Arc Cutting and Gouging (CAC-A). T urn switch Off for
TIG (GTAW) welding.
When switch is in On position, higher short-circuit amperage helps arc starting. After arc
starts, the front panel or remote Amperage/
Voltage control setting determines weld amperage.
The hot start circuit does not function
when constant voltage (CV) welding.
5 Amperage/Voltage Control
When Process Selector switch is in the Stick/
TIG position, turn control clockwise to increase amperage. Read amperage from outer
scale of control. The Amperage/Voltage control adjusts amperage only when constant current (CC) welding and does not adjust opencircuit voltage.
When Process Selector switch is in the MIG
position, turn control clockwise to increase
voltage. Voltmeter value changes as control
knob is turned. Control can be adjusted while
welding.
When Welder Selector switch is in Welder
B position (single operator mode), weld
amperage is two times the value selected
by the Amperage/Voltage control. For example, if Amperage/Voltage control is set
to 250 A, weld output is actually 500A.
6 Weld Meters
With Process Selector switch in the Stick/Tig
position, meters read 0 (zero) with contacto
off. Meters display actual output voltage and
amperage with contactor on.
With Process Selector switch in the MIG posi
tion, voltmeter displays preset voltage with
contactor off. Voltmeter and ammeter displa
actual output voltage and amperage with c on
tactor on.
7 High Temperature Shutdown Light
Light goes on and weld output stops if weld
rectifier gets too warm. Let unit cool before
welding.
8 Remote Amperage/Voltage Control
Switch
For front panel control, place switch in Pane
position. For remote control, place switch in
Remote position, and connect remote device
(see Section 4-17).
9 Output (Contactor) Switch
For front panel control of output, place switch
in On (Hot) position. For remote control of out
put, place switch in Remote position, and con
nect remote device (see Section 4-17).
Weld output terminals are energized
when Output (Contactor) switch is On
and engine is running.
10 Polarity Switch (Optional)
Do not switch under load.
Use switch to change polarity of weld outpu
(see Sections 4-7 thru 4-14).
Place optional Polarity switch in Revers
position when using CV weld receptacle
There i s n o C V weld output when switch i
in Straight position.
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SECTION 6 – OPERATING AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT
6-1.120 Volt And 240 Volt Duplex Receptacles
Be sure equipment connected to the
240 V receptacles is GFCI-protected.
Generator power is not affected by
position o f Welder Selector switch.
4 kVA/kW generator power output is
shared by al l r e c e p t a c l e s .
1 240 V 20 A AC Receptacle RC1
2 120 V 20 A AC GFCI Receptacle
GFCI 1
3 240 V 20 A AC Receptacle RC2
4 120 V 20 A AC GFCI Receptacle
GFCI 2
Receptacles supply 60 Hz single-phase
power at weld/power speed.
If a ground fault is detected, the GFCI re-
ceptacle(s) circuit opens to disconnect the
faulty equipment and the GFCI Reset button pops out. Check for damaged tools,
cords, plugs, etc. connected to the receptacle. Press button to reset receptacle and
resume operation.
At least once a month, run engine at
weld/power speed and press T est button to verify GFCI is working properly.
5 Circuit Breakers CB1 And CB2
6 Circuit Breakers CB3 And CB4
CB1 and CB2 protect RC1 and GFCI 1 from
overload. If CB1 or CB2 opens, RC1 does
not work. 120 volts may still be present at
RC1. If CB2 opens, GFCI 1 does not work.
Press button to reset breaker.
CB3 and CB4 protect RC2 and GFCI 2 from
overload. If CB3 or CB4 opens, RC2 does
not work. 120 volts may still be present at
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RC2. If CB4 opens, GFCI 2 does not work.
Press button to reset breaker.
If a circuit breaker continues to open,
contact Factory Authorized Service
Agent.
Maximum output from each 120 volt GFCI
receptacle i s 2.4 kVA/kW. Maximum output
from each 240 volt duplex receptacle half is
4.0 kVA/kW.
Total combined output from all receptacles
is 4 kVA/kW.
EXAMPLE: I f 1 2 A i s drawn from RC1, only
9 A is available at GFCI 1:
(240 V x 1 2 A ) + (120 V x 9 A) = 4.0 kV A/kW
Generator power is not affected by
weld output.
SECTION 7 – MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING
7-1.Routine Maintenance
Stop engine before maintaining.
See also Engine Manual and Maintenance Label.
Service engine more often if used in severe conditions.
*To be done by Factory Authorized Service Agent.
Check Fluid
Levels. See
Section 4-5.
FUEL
WATER
Wipe
Up
Spills.
Recycle
engine
fluids.
Every 8 h
OIL
Full
Every 50 h
Clean Air Filter.
See Section 7-3.
Drain Water
From Fuel
System. See
Section 7-4.
Clean And
Tighten
Weld
Terminals.
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Every 100 h
Clean An d
Tighten
Battery
Connections.
Check air cleaner
hoses for cracks
and loose clamps.
Change Oil. See
Section 7-4.
Every 200 h
Every 250 h
Every 500 h
Change Oil
Filter. See
Section 7-4.
Replace
Unreadable
Labels.
Check And
Clean Spark
Arrestor. See
Section 7-9.
OR
Blow Out Or
Vacuum Inside.
During Heavy
Service,
Clean Monthly.
Change Fuel
Filters. See
Section 7-4.
1/2 in.
(13 mm)
Repair Or
Replace
Cracked
Cables.
Every 1000 h
Service Welding
Generator Brushes
And Slip Rings.
Service More Often
In Dirty Conditions.*
Check Belt
Tension. See
Section 7-7.
FUEL
SLUDGE
Drain Sludge
From Fuel
Tank.*
Check
Valve
Clearance.*
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7-2.Maintenance Label
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7-3.Servicing Air Cleaner
Keep nozzle
2 in (51 mm)
from element.
2
Optional
BlowInspect
Stop engine.
Do not run engine without air
413
cleaner or with dirty element. Engine damage caused by using a
damaged element is not covered
by the warranty.
The air cleaner primary element can
be cleaned but the dirt holding capacity of the filter is reduced with each
cleaning. The chance of dirt reaching
the clean side of the filter while cleaning and the possibility of filter damage
makes cleaning a risk. Consider the
risk of unwarrantable equipment
5
damage when determining whether
to clean or replace the primary element.
If you decide to clean the primary element, we strongly recommend installing an optional safety element to provide additional engine protection.
Never clean a safety element. Replace the safety element after servicing the primary element three times.
Clean or replace primary element if dirty
(see note above before cleaning). Re-place primary element if damaged. Replace primary element yearly or after six
cleanings.
1 Housing
2 Safety Element (Optional)
3 Primary Element
4 Dust Cap
5 Dust Ejector
To clean air filter:
Wipe off cap and housing. Remove cap
and dump out dust. Remove element(s).
Wipe dust from inside cap and housing
with damp cloth. Reinstall safety element
(if present). Reinstall cap.
Do not clean housing with air
hose.
Clean primary element with compressed
air only.
Air pressure must not exceed 100 psi
(690 kPa). Use 1/8 in (3 mm) nozzle and
keep nozzle at least 2 in (51 mm) from
inside of element. Replace primary element if i t has holes or damaged gaskets.
Reinstall primary element and cap (dust
ejector down).
Water Separator)
6 Petcock
7 Secondary Fuel Filter
8 Fuel Shutoff Valve Lever
9 Sludge Drain Plug
To change oil and filter:
See engine manual.
To drain water from fuel system:
Open primary fuel filter petcock a n d
drain water into metal container.
Close petcock when water-free fuel
flows.
To replace primary fuel filter:
Close shutoff valve and turn filter
counterclockwise. Remove filter.
Apply thin coat of fuel to gasket on
new filter. Install new filter and turn
clockwise. Open shutoff valve.
Bleed air from fuel system according to engine manual.
Inspect fuel line, and replace if
cracked or worn.
To replace secondary fuel filter:
See engine manual.
To drain sludge from fuel tank:
This procedure should only be
done by a Factory Authorized
Service Agent.
Remove Welder A (left) control
panel to access sludge drain plug.
Put metal container under drain and
remove plug. Reinstall plug when
2
3
2
sludge has drained.
Reinstall control panel.
After servicing, start engine
and check for fuel leaks.
Stop engine, tighten connec-
tions as necessary, and wipe
up spilled fuel.
Close doors.
5
6
Tools Needed:
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3/8, 7/16, 3/4 in
Ref. 158 633-C / Ref. 190 377 / Ref. S-176 697
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7-5.Adjusting Engine Speed
Engine Speed
(No Load)
Weld/Power
5
RPM
1850
Engine speed is factory set and
should not require adjustment. After tuning engine, check engine
speed with tachometer. See table
for proper no load speed. If necessary, adjust speed as follows:
1 High Speed Stop Screw
2 Lock Nut
Loosen nut. Turn screw out (toward
front of engine) several turns.
3 Linkage
4 Lock Nuts
Loosen nuts. Start engine and
move linkage until engine runs at
weld/power speed. Tighten nuts.
Stop engine.
5 Speed Control Lever
Turn screw in until screw touches
lever. Tighten lock nut on screw.
Close side door.
4
Right Side
Tools Needed:
3/8 in
7-6.Servicing Optional Ether Starting Aid
3
132
Ref. 045 768-B
Stop engine.
Improper handling or expo-
sure to ether can harm your
health. Follow manufacturer’s safety instructions on
cylinder.
If engine does not start in cold
weather, check ether cylinder as
follows:
Remove cylinder from valve.
1
1 Ether Cylinder
2 Valve
3 Scale
Weigh cylinder to see if it is empty.
Be sure atomizer is not plugged and
valve fitting is clean.
Replace cylinder according to
Section 4-16.
(935 g)(425 g)
FullEmpty
15 oz33 oz
2
ether2 7/96 – 153 382-A / Ref. 190 377 / S-0692
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7-7.Checking And Replacing Alternator Belt
Stop engine.
To check belt tension:
Remove rear panel.
1 Alternator V-Belt
2 Crank Pulley
3 Alternator Pulley
Place straight edge along top of pul-
leys. Pull down belt as far as it will
go, then measure distance from
belt to straight edge.
If measurement is less than 1/2 in
(13 mm), belt is okay. If not okay,
adjust belt tension.
and 115 volt ac output to Welder A (left) remote receptacle RC9. If CB5 opens, Welder A (left) RC9 24 and 115 volt ac output
stops.
Circuit Breaker CB6 protects the 24 volt
and 115 volt ac output to Welder B (right) remote receptacle RC8. If CB6 opens, W elder B (right) RC8 24 and 115 volt ac output
stops.
Circuit Breaker CB7 protects field current
regulator board PC4. If CB7 opens, weld
and generator power output on both sides
stops.
Circuit Breaker CB8 protects the generator
field flashing circuit. If CB8 opens, weld and
6
Ref. 802 300 / Ref. 802 292-A
generator power output may continue if
generator maintains excitation. Weld and
generator power output stops if generator
requires field flashing circuit to restore excitation.
Press button to reset circuit breaker.
9 Fuses F11, F12, F13, F21, F22, F23
These fuses protect the weld stator wind-
ings. If fuse F11, F12, or F13 opens, Welder
B (right) side output is erratic or low. If fuse
F21, F22, or F23 opens, W elder A (left) side
output is erratic or low.
10 Thermostats TP3 And TP4 (Internal –
Not Shown)
Thermostat TP3 protects Welder A (left)
SR2 rectifier and TP4 protects Welder B
(right) SR3 rectifier from overheating. If
TP3 or TP4 opens, Welder A (left) or Welder
B (right) weld output stops and the High
Temp. Shutdown light goes on. Wait fifteen
minutes for module to cool and thermostat
to automatically reset. Reduce amperage,
voltage, or duty cycle before welding.
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7-11. Troubleshooting
A. Welding
TroubleRemedy
No weld output on either side; generator
power output okay at ac receptacles.
No weld output on either side and no
generator power output at ac receptacles.
No Welder A (left) weld output; W elder B
(right) weld output okay.
Place Output (Contactor) switches in On (Hot) position, or place switches in Remote position and connect
remote contactors to remote receptacles RC8 and RC9 (see Section 5-3).
Unit overheated (High Temp. Shutdown light goes on); wait several minutes for thermostat(s) TP3 and
TP4 to reset (see Section 7-10).
Check position of Process Selector switches and Welder Selector switch. All weld output stops if
either Process Selector switch is placed in CV position when Welder Selector switch is in Welder B
position (see Sections 5-1 and 5-3).
Check fuse F2, and replace if open (see Section 7-10). Have Factory Authorized Service Agent
check field current regulator board PC4.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check field current regulator board PC4 and Welder Selector
switch S2.
Disconnect equipment from generator power receptacles during start-up.
Check fuse F1, and replace if open (see Section 7-10).
Reset circuit breakers CB7 and/or CB8 (see Section 7-10).
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check brushes and slip rings, field excitation circuit, rotor, stator,
and field current regulator board PC4.
Check fuse F3, and replace if open (see Section 7-10).
Check position of Welder Selector switch. Welder A (left) weld output stops when W elder Selector
switch is placed in Welder B position (see Section 5-1).
Unit overheated (High Temp. Shutdown light goes on); wait several minutes for thermostat(s) TP3 to
reset (see Section 7-10).
No Welder B (right) weld output; Welder
A (left) weld output okay;
Low Welder A (left) weld output; Welder B (right) output okay.
Low Welder B (right) weld output;
Welder A (left) weld output okay.
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Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check Welder A (left) contactor circuit.
Check fuse F4, and replace if open (see Section 7-10).
Unit overheated (High Temp. Shutdown light goes on); wait several minutes for thermostat(s) TP4 to
reset (see Section 7-10).
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check Welder B (right) contactor circuit.
Check position of Process Selector switch (see Section 5-3).
Increase Amperage/Voltage control setting.
Check fuses F21, F22, and F23, and replace if open. If fuse(s) are open, have Factory Authorized
Service Agent check main rectifier SR2.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check main rectifier SR2, synchronization transformers T5,
T6 and T7, and control board PC1.
Check position of Process Selector switch (see Section 5-3).
Increase Amperage/Voltage control setting.
Check fuses F11, F12, and F13, and replace if open. If fuse(s) are open, have Factory Authorized
Service Agent check main rectifier SR3.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check main rectifier SR3, synchronization transformers T8,
T9 and T10, and control board PC5.
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TroubleRemedy
Low weld output on both sides.Check engine speed, and adjust if necessary (see Section 7-5).
Check position of Process Selector switch(s) (see Section 5-3).
Increase Amperage/Voltage controls settings.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check field current regulator board PC4.
High weld output on both sides.Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check field current regulator board PC4.
Erratic weld output on either side.Check and tighten connections inside and outside unit.
Be sure connection to work piece is clean and tight.
Use dry, properly stored electrodes.
Remove excessive coils from weld cables.
Check Process Selector switch(s) connections and contacts.
Welder A (left) side: check fuses F21, F22, and F23, and replace if open. If fuse(s) are open, have
Factory Authorized Service Agent check main rectifier SR2.
Welder B (right) side: check fuses F1 1, F12, and F13, and replace if open. If fuse(s) are open, have
Factory Authorized Service Agent check main rectifier SR3.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check Welder Selector switch S2.
Low open-circuit voltage on both sides. Check engine speed, and adjust if necessary (see Section 7-5).
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check field current regulator board PC4.
Low open-circuit voltage on either side. Increase Amperage/Voltage control setting.
Welder A (left) side: check fuses F21, F22, and F23, and replace if open. If fuse(s) are open, have
Factory Authorized Service Agent check main rectifier SR2.
Welder B (right) side: check fuses F1 1, F12, and F13, and replace if open. If fuse(s) are open, have
Factory Authorized Service Agent check main rectifier SR3.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check main rectifiers SR2 and SR3, synchronization transformers T5 thru T10, and control board PC1 or PC5.
No control of weld output on either
side.
No voltage control on either side; opencircuit voltage present.
Wire feeder does not work (either side). Reset Welder A (left) circuit breaker CB5 or Welder B (right) circuit breaker CB6 (see Section 7-10).
Place A/V Control switch in Panel position, or place switch in Remote position and connect remote
control to remote receptacle RC8 or RC9 (see Sections 4-17 and 5-3).
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check control board PC1 or PC5.
Repair or replace remote device.
Place A/V Control switch in Panel position, or place switch in Remote position and connect remote
control to remote receptacle RC8 or RC9 (see Sections 4-17 and 5-3).
Check connections to Remote receptacle RC8 and RC9.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check control board PC1 or PC5.
Check position of Process Selector switches and Welder Selector switch. All weld output stops if
either Process Selector switch is placed in CV position when Welder Selector switch is in Welder B
position (see Sections 5-1 and 5-3).
Check connections to Remote 14 receptacle RC8 (see Section 4-17).
Place optional Polarity switches in Reverse position. There is no CV weld output when Polarity switch
is in Straight position.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check brushes and slip rings, and field excitation circuit.
Repair or replace wire feeder.
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B. Generator Power
TroubleRemedy
No output at generator power ac receptacles.
High or low output at generator power ac
receptacles.
Reset receptacle circuit breakers (see Section 6-1).
Press GFCI reset button on 120 volt GFCI receptacles (see Section 6-1).
Check fuse F1, and replace if open (see Section 7-10).
Check receptacle(s) for continuity and proper connections. Replace receptacle(s) if necessary.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check brushes and slip rings.
Check engine speed, and adjust if necessary (see Section 7-5).
C. Engine
TroubleRemedy
Engine will not crank.Check battery voltage, and replace battery if necessary.
Check battery connections and tighten if necessary.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check Engine Start Button PB1.
Engine cranks but does not start.Check fuel level (see Section 4-5).
Open fuel valve (see Section 4-5).
Check battery voltage, and replace battery if necessary.
Check blower fan V-belt according to engine manual. Safety shutdown stops engine if belt is broken or
loose (see Section 7-8).
Check engine charging system according to engine manual.
See engine manual.
Engine suddenly stops.Check blower fan V-belt according to engine manual. Safety shutdown stops engine if belt is broken or
Battery discharges between uses.Clean battery, terminals, and posts with baking soda and water solution; rinse with clear water.
Engine uses oil during run-in period;
wetstacking occurs.
loose (see Section 7-8).
See engine manual.
Periodically recharge battery (approximately every 3 months).
Replace battery.
Check voltage regulator and connections according to engine manual.
Dry engine (see Section 9).
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Notes
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SECTION 8 – ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS
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Figure 8-1. Circuit Diagram For Welding Generator
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205 604-A
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1
9-1.Wetstacking
1
SECTION 9 – RUN-IN PROCEDURE
Do not perform run-in
procedure at less than 20
volts weld output and do n ot
exceed duty cycle or equip-
ment damage may occur.
1 Welding Generator
Run diesel engines near rated volt-
2
age and current during run-in period
to properly seat piston rings and
prevent wetstacking. See nameplate, rating label, or specifications
section in this manual to find rated
voltage and current.
Do not idle engine longer than
necessary. Piston rings seat
faster if engine runs at weld/
power rpm, and the welding
generator is kept loaded during
run-in.
2 Engine Exhaust Pipe
Wetstacking is unburned fuel and
oil in the exhaust pipe and occurs
during run-in if the engine is run too
long at light load or idle rpm.
If exhaust pipe is coated with a wet,
black, tar-like substance, dry the
engine using one of the following
run-in procedures.
See the engine manual for additional engine run-in information.
run_in3 8/0
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9-2.Run-In Procedure Using Load Bank
4
2
3
Stop engine.
Do not touch hot exhaust
pipe, engine parts, or load
bank/grid.
Keep exhaust and pipe away
from flammables.
Do not perform run-in
procedure at less than 20
volts weld output and do n ot
exceed duty cycle or equipment damage may occur.
1 Load Bank
1
Turn all load bank switches Off. If
needed, connect load bank to 115
volts ac wall receptacle or generator auxiliary power receptacle.
2 Welding Generator
Place Welder Selector switch in
Welder B position (600 Amps), A/V
control in minimum position, and
both Process Selector switches in
Stick/TIG position.
3 Weld Cables
Connect load bank to generator
Welder B (right) weld output terminals using proper size weld cables
with correct connectors. Observe
correct polarity .
Start engine and run for several
minutes.
Set load bank switches and then
adjust generator A/V control so load
equals 350 Amps at 40 volts.
Check generator and load bank
meters after first five minutes then
every fifteen minutes to be sure
generator is loaded properly.
Check oil level frequently dur-
ing run-in; add oil if needed.
After one hour (minimum) place A/V
control in minimum position, then
turn off load bank to remove load.
Run engine several minutes at no
load.
Stop engine and let cool.
4 Engine Exhaust Pipe
Repeat procedure if wetstacking is
present.
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9-3.Run-In Procedure Using Resistance Grid
6
2
3
4
+
Stop engine.
Do not touch hot exhaust
pipe, engine parts, or load
bank/grid.
Keep exhaust and pipe away
from flammables.
Do not perform run-in
procedure at less than 20
volts weld output and do n ot
exceed duty cycle or equipment damage may occur.
1 Resistance Grid
Use grid sized for generator rated
output.
1
5
Turn Off grid.
2 Welding Generator
Place Welder Selector switch in
Welder B position (600 Amps), A/V
control in minimum position, and
both Process Selector switches in
Stick/TIG position.
3 Weld Cables
Connect grid to generator Welder B
(right) weld output terminals using
proper size weld cables with correct connectors (polarity is not important).
4 Voltmeter
5 Clamp-On Ammeter
Connect voltmeter and ammeter as
shown, if not provided on generator.
Start engine and run for several
minutes.
Set grid switches and then adjust
generator A/V control so load
equals 350 Amps at 40 volts.
Check generator and meters after
first five minutes then every fifteen
minutes to be sure generator is
loaded properly.
Check oil level frequently dur-
ing run-in; add oil if needed.
After one hour (minimum), place
A/V control in minimum position,
then shut down grid to remove load.
Run engine several minutes at no
load.
Stop engine and let cool.
6 Engine Exhaust Pipe
Repeat procedure if wetstacking is
present.
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SECTION 10 – GENERATOR POWER GUIDELINES
s
-
-
1
NOTE
The views in this section are intended to be representative of all engine-driven
welding generators. Your unit may differ from those shown.
10-1. Selecting Equipment
1
1 Generator Power Receptacle
– Neutral Bonded To Frame
2 3-Prong Plug From Case
Grounded Equipment
3 2-Prong Plug From Double
Insulated Equipment
Do not use 2-prong plug un
less equipment is double in
sulated.
2
3
OR
Be sure equipment
has this symbol
and/or wording.
gen_pwr 11/02 – Ref. ST-159 730 / ST-800 577
0-2. Grounding Generator To Truck Or Trailer Frame
Always ground generator
frame t o vehicle frame to pre-
1
GND/PE
2
3
vent electric shock and static
electricity hazards.
1 Equipment Grounding
Terminal (On Front Panel)
2 Grounding Cable (Not
Supplied)
3 Metal Vehicle Frame
Connect cable from equipment
ground terminal to metal vehicle
frame. Use #10 AWG or larger
insulated copper wire.
If unit does not have GFCI re-
ceptacles, use GFCI-pro-
tected extension cord.
Electrically bond generator
frame to vehicle frame by
metal-to-metal contact.
Bed liners, shipping skids, an some running
gear in s u late the welding generator from the v ehicle frame. Always connect a ground wire from
the generator equipment grounding terminal to
bare metal on the vehicle frame as shown.
S-0854
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10-3. Grounding When Supplying Building Systems
12
GND/PE
Use ground device as stated
2
3
in electrical codes.
1 Equipment Grounding
Terminal
2 Grounding Cable
Use #10 AWG or larger insulated
copper wire.
3 Ground Device
Ground generator to system
earth ground if supplying
power to a premises (home,
shop, farm) wiring system.
10-4. How Much Power Does Equipment Require?
3
2
1
3
AMPERES x VOLTS = WATTS
EXAMPLE 1 : If a drill uses 4.5 amperes at 115 volts, calculate its running power
requirement in watts.
4.5 A x 115 V = 520 W
The load applied by the drill is 520 watts.
VOLTS 115
AMPS
Hz
4.5
60
ST-800 576-B
1 Resistive Load
A light bulb is a resistive load and
requires a constant amount of power.
2 Non-Resistive Load
Equipment with a motor is a non-re-
sistive load and requires approximately six times more power while
starting the motor than when running
(see Section 10-8).
3 Rating Data
Rating shows volts and amperes, or
watts required to run equipment.
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EXAMPLE 2 : If three 200 watt flood lamps are used with the drill from Example 1,
add the individual loads to calculate total load.
(200 W + 200 W + 200 W) + 520 W = 1120 W
The total load applied by the three flood lamps and drill is 1120 watts.
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10-5. Approximate Power Requirements For Industrial Motors
Single-Phase Induction Motor Starting Requirements
Motor Start
CodeGHJKLMNP
KVA/HP6.37.18.09.010.011.212.514.0
kVA/HP x HP x 1000
VOLTS
EXAMPLE: Calculate the starting amperage required for a 230 V, 1/4
HP motor with a motor start code of M.
Volts = 230 HP = 1/4 Using Table, Code M results in kVA/HP = 11.2
11.2 x 1/4 x 1000
230
= 12.2 A
CODE60
HP
Starting the motor requires 12.2 amperes.
AC MOTOR
2302.5
M
1/4
= STARTING AMPERAGE
Hz
PHASE
1
2
1 Motor Start Code
2 Running Amperage
3 Motor HP
4 Motor Voltage
To find starting amperage:
Step 1: Find code and use table to
find kVA/HP. If code is not listed,
multiply running amperage by six to
find starting amperage.
Step 2: Find Motor HP and Volts.
Step 3: Determine starting amper-
age (see example).
Welding generator amperage out-
put must be at least twice the
motor’s running amperage.
S-0624
10-9. How Much Power Can Generator Supply?
1
2
1 Limit Load To 90% Of
Generator Output
Always start non-resistive (motor)
loads in order from largest to smallest, and add resistive loads last.
2 5 Second Rule
If motor does not start within 5
seconds, turn off power to prevent
motor damage. Motor requires
more power than generator can
supply.
Ref. ST-800 396-A / S-0625
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10-10.Typical Connections To Supply Standby Power
Properly install and ground this equipment according to
its Owner’s Manual and national, state, and local codes.
1234
Utility
Electrical
Service
Transfer Switch
5
Essential
Loads
Fused
Disconnect
Switch
(If Required)
Welding
Generator
Output
Have only qualified persons perform
these connections according to all
applicable codes and safety practices.
Properly install and ground this
equipment according to its Owner’s
Manual and national, state, and local
codes.
Customer-supplied equipment is re-
quired if generator will supply standby
power during emergencies or power outages.
1 Utility Electrical Service
2 Transfer Switch (Double-Throw)
Notes
Switch transfers the electrical load from
electric utility service to the generator. Transfer load back to electric utility when service is
restored.
Install correct switch (customer-supplied).
Switch rating must be same as or greater
than the branch overcurrent protection.
3 Fused Disconnect Switch
Install correct switch (customer-supplied) if
required by electrical code.
4 Welding Generator Output
Generator output voltage and wiring must be
consistent with regular (utility) system voltage and wiring.
Connect generator with temporary or permanent wiring suitable for the installation.
Turn off or unplug all equipment connected to
generator before starting or stopping engine.
When starting or stopping, the engine has
low speed which causes low voltage and
frequency.
5 Essential Loads
Generator output may not meet the electrical
requirements of the premises. If generator
does not produ c e enough output to meet all
requirements, connect only essential loads
(pumps, freezers, heaters, etc. – See Section 10-4).
+When ordering a component originally displaying a precautionary label, the label should also be ordered. Order label
individually or as part of Label Kit 193 501
*Recommended Spare Parts.
♦OPTIONAL
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.
+When ordering a component originally displaying a precautionary label, the label should also be ordered. Order label
individually or as part of Label Kit 193 501
*Recommended Spare Parts.
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-494 Page 63
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Hardware is common and
not available unless listed.
1
26
27
25
28
24
23
29
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30
31
32
2
33
34
6
5
3
4
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OM-494 Page 64
802 320-A
Figure 11-3. Side Control Panels – Welder B (Right) Side Shown
Page 69
Part
Dia.
Item
ty
No.
Mkgs.
No.
Description
Figure 11-3. Side Control Panels (Figure 11-1 Item 57)
+When ordering a component originally displaying a precautionary label, the label should also be ordered. Order label
individually or as part of Label Kit 193 501
*Recommended Spare Parts.
♦OPTIONAL
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.
+When ordering a component originally displaying a precautionary label, the label should also be ordered. Order label
individually or as part of Label Kit 193 501
*Recommended Spare Parts.
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.
OM-494 Page 68
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Notes
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Notes
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Warranty Questions?
Call
1-800-4-A-MILLER
for your local
Miller distributor.
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you ...
Service
Y ou always get the fast,
reliable response you
need. Most replacement
parts can be in your
hands in 24 hours.
Support
Need fast answers to the
tough welding questions?
Contact your distributor.
The expertise of the
distributor and Miller is
there to help you, every
step of the way.
Effective January 1, 2002
(Equipment with a serial number preface of “LC” or newer)
This limited warranty supersedes all previous Miller warranties and is exclusive with no other
LIMITED WARRANTY – Subject to the terms and conditions
below, Miller Electric Mfg. Co., Appleton, Wisconsin, warrants
to its original retail purchaser that new Miller 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 Miller.
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, Miller will repair or
replace any warranted parts or components that fail due to
such defects in material or workmanship. Miller must be
notified in writing within thirty (30) days of such defect or
failure, at which time Miller will provide instructions on the
warranty claim procedures to be followed.
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 date that
the equipment was delivered to the original retail purchaser, or
one year after the equipment is sent to a North American
distributor or eighteen months after the equipment is sent to an
International distributor.
1. 5 Years Parts — 3 Years Labor
* Original main power rectifiers
* Inverters (input and output rectifiers only)
2. 3 Years — Parts and Labor
* Transformer/Rectifier Power Sources
* Plasma Arc Cutting Power Sources
* Semi-Automatic and Automatic Wire Feeders
* Inverter Power Supplies
* Intellitig
* Maxstar 150
* Engine Driven Welding Generators
(NOTE: Engines are warranted separately by
the engine manufacturer .)
3. 1 Year — Parts and Labor Unless Specified
* DS-2 Wire Feeder
* Motor Driven Guns (w/exception of Spoolmate
Spoolguns)
* Process Controllers
* Positioners and Controllers
* Automatic Motion Devices
* RFCS Foot Controls
* Induction Heating Power Sources
* Water Coolant Systems
* Flowgauge and Flowmeter Regulators (No Labor)
* HF Units
* Grids
* Maxstar 85, 140
* Spot Welders
* Load Banks
* Racks
* Running Gear/Trailers
* Plasma Cutting Torches (except APT & SAF
Models)
* Field Options
(NOTE: Field options are covered under True
Bluefor the remaining warranty period of the
product they are installed in, or for a minimum of
one year — whichever is greater.)
4. 6 Months — Batteries
5. 90 Days — Parts
* MIG Guns/TIG Torches
* Induction Heating Coils and Blankets
guarantees or warranties expressed or implied.
* APT, ZIPCUT & PLAZCUT Model Plasma Cutting
Torches
* Remote Controls
* Accessory Kits
* Replacement Parts (No labor)
* Spoolmate Spoolguns
* Canvas Covers
Miller’s True Blue Limited Warranty shall not apply to:
1. Consumable components; such as contact tips,
cutting nozzles, contactors, brushes, slip rings,
relays or parts that fail due to normal wear.
(Exception: brushes, slip rings, and relays are
covered on B o b cat, Trailblazer, and Legend models.)
2. Items furnished by 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 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.
MILLER 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 Miller’s option: (1) repair; or (2)
replacement; or, where authorized in writing by Miller in
appropriate cases, (3) the reasonable cost of repair or
replacement at an authorized Miller service station; or (4)
payment of or credit for the purchase price (less reasonable
depreciation bas e d u p o n a c tual use) upon return of the goods
at customer’s risk and expense. Miller’s option of repair or
replacement will be F.O.B., Factory at Appleton, Wisconsin, or
F.O.B. at a Miller authorized service facility as determined by
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. I N N O EVENT SHALL 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 MILLER IS EXCLUDED AND
DISCLAIMED BY 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.
miller_warr 6/03
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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
For Service
Call 1-800-4-A-Miller or see our website at www.MillerWelds.com
to locate a DISTRIBUTOR or SERVICE AGENCY near you.
Always provide Model Name and Serial/Style Number.
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
Miller Electric Mfg. Co.
An Ill inoi s Tool Works Company
1635 West Spencer Street
Appleton, WI 54914 US A
International Headquarte rs–U SA
USA Phone: 920-735-4505 Auto-At t ended
USA & Canada FAX: 920-735-4134
International FAX: 920-735-4125
European Headquarters –
United Kingdom
Phone: 44 (0) 1204-593493
FAX: 44 (0) 1204-598066
www.MillerWelds.com
Contact the Delivering Carrier for:
For assistance in filing or settling claims,
contact your distributor and/or equipment
manufacturer’s Transportation Department.
PRINTED IN USA 2003 Miller Electric Mfg. Co. 1/03
File a claim for loss or damage during
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