Miller Electric 185, 185 DX User Manual

OM-4415 209 416F

2007−05

Processes

Stick (SMAW) Welding

Description

Engine Driven Welding Generator

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Blue Star 185

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ENGLISH

ESPAÑOL

Blue Star 185 DX

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That’s why when Niels Miller first started building arc welders in 1929,
he made sure his products offered long-lasting value and superior
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will help you protect yourself against potential hazards on the worksite.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-1. Symbol Usage 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-2. Arc Welding Hazards 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-3. Engine Hazards 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-4. Compressed Air Hazards 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-5. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-6. California Proposition 65 Warnings 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-7. Principal Safety Standards 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-8. EMF Information 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 2 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT UTILISATION 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-1. Signification des symboles 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-2. Dangers relatifs au soudage à l’arc 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-3. Dangers existant en relation avec le moteur 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-4. Dangers liés à l’air comprimé 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-5. Dangers supplémentaires en relation avec l’installation, le fonctionnement et la maintenance 9 . . . . .

2-6. Proposition californienne 65 Avertissements 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-7. Principales normes de sécurité 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-8. Information EMF 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 3 − DEFINITIONS 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 4 − SPECIFICATIONS 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-1. Weld, Power, And Engine Specifications 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-2. Dimensions, Weights, And Operating Angles 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-3. Duty Cycle 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-4. Volt-Ampere Curves 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-5. Fuel Consumption Curves 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-6. Generator Power Curves 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 5 − INSTALLATION 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-1. Installing Welding Generator 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-2. Grounding Generator When Supplying Building Systems 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-3. Engine Prestart Checks − Standard Model 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-4. Engine Prestart Checks − DX Model 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-5. Connecting The Battery (DX Models Only) 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-6. Connecting To Weld Output Terminals 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-7. Selecting Weld Cable Sizes* 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 6 − OPERATING THE WELDING GENERATOR 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-1. Controls (Standard Models) (See Section 6-2) 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-2. Description Of Controls (Standard Models) (See Section 6-1) 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-3. Controls (DX Models) (See Section 6-4) 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-4. Description Of Controls (DX Models) (See Section 6-3) 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 7 − OPERATING AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT 26 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 8 − MAINTENANCE 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8-1. Routine Maintenance 27 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8-2. Servicing Air Cleaner 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8-3. Adjusting Engine Speed (Honda-Powered Units) 29 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8-4. Adjusting Engine Speed (Kohler−Powered Units) 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 9 − TROUBLESHOOTING 31 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 10 − PARTS LIST 33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10-1. Recommended Spare Parts 33 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 11 − ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS 34 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 12 − GENERATOR POWER GUIDELINES 36 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 13 − STICK WELDING (SMAW) GUIDELINES 43 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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WARRANTY

SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING

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Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions.

1-1. Symbol Usage

DANGER! − Indicates a hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. The
possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols
or explained in the text.

Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury. The possible
hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols or ex­plained in the text.

NOTICE − Indicates statements not related to personal injury.

1-2. Arc Welding Hazards

The symbols shown below are used throughout this manual
to call attention to and identify possible hazards. When you
see the symbol, watch out, and follow the related instructions
to avoid the hazard. The safety information given below is
only a summary of the more complete safety information
found in the Safety Standards listed in Section 1-7. 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.

 Indicates special instructions.

This group of symbols means Warning! Watch Out! ELECTRIC
SHOCK, MOVING PARTS, and HOT PARTS hazards. Consult sym­bols and related instructions below for necessary actions to avoid the
hazards.

 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.

 When making input connections, attach proper grounding conduc-

tor first − double-check connections.

 Keep cords dry, free of oil and grease, and protected from hot metal

and sparks.

 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.

 Do not touch electrode holders connected to two welding ma-

chines at the same time since double open-circuit voltage will be
present.

 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.

HOT PARTS can cause severe burns.

 Do not touch hot parts bare handed.
 Allow cooling period before working on equip-

ment.

 To handle hot parts, use proper tools and/or wear heavy, insu-

lated welding gloves and clothing to prevent burns.

FLYING METAL or DIRT can injure eyes.

 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.

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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 local forced ventilation at the

arc to remove welding fumes and gases.

 If ventilation is poor, wear an approved air-supplied respirator.
 Read and understand 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 the 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 while wearing an air-supplied
respirator. The coatings and any metals containing these elements
can give off toxic fumes if welded.

 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).

 Do not weld where the atmosphere may contain flammable dust,

gas, or liquid vapors (such as gasoline).

 Connect work cable to the work as close to the welding area as

practical to prevent welding current from traveling long, possibly
unknown paths and causing electric shock, sparks, and fire haz­ards.

 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.

 After completion of work, inspect area to ensure it is free of sparks,

glowing embers, and flames.

 Use only correct fuses or circuit breakers. Do not oversize or by-

pass them.

 Follow requirements in OSHA 1910.252 (a) (2) (iv) and NFPA 51B

for hot work and have a fire watcher and extinguisher nearby.

NOISE can damage hearing.

BUILDUP OF GAS can injure or kill.

 Shut off shielding gas supply when not in use.
 Always ventilate confined spaces or use ap-

proved 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 an approved welding helmet fitted with a proper shade of filter

lenses to protect your face and eyes from arc rays and sparks
when welding or watching (see ANSI Z49.1 and Z87.1 listed in
Safety Standards).

 Wear approved safety glasses with side shields under your

helmet.

 Use protective screens or barriers to protect others from flash,

glare, and sparks; warn others not to watch the arc.

 Wear protective clothing made from durable, flame-resistant mate-

rial (leather, heavy cotton, or wool) and foot protection.

WELDING can cause fire or explosion.

Welding on closed containers, such as tanks, drums,

or pipes, can cause them to blow up. Sparks can fly off

from the welding arc. The flying sparks, hot 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.

 Remove all flammables within 35 ft (10.7 m) of the welding arc. If

this is not possible, tightly cover them with approved covers.

 Do not weld where flying sparks can strike flammable material.
 Protect yourself and others from flying sparks and hot metal.
 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.

Noise from some processes or equipment can dam­age hearing.

 Wear approved ear protection if noise level is

high.

MAGNETIC FIELDS can affect Implanted
Medical Devices.

 Wearers of Pacemakers and other Implanted

Medical Devices should keep away.

 Implanted Medical Device wearers should consult their doctor

and the device manufacturer before going near arc welding, spot
welding, gouging, plasma arc cutting, or induction heating
operations.

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, physical damage, 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.

 Use the right equipment, correct procedures, and sufficient num-

ber of persons to lift and move cylinders.

 Read and follow instructions on compressed gas cylinders,

associated equipment, and Compressed Gas Association (CGA)
publication P-1 listed in Safety Standards.

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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.

FUEL can cause fire or explosion.

 Stop engine and let it cool off 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.

MOVING PARTS can cause injury.

 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 doors, panels, covers, or

guards for maintenance 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 doors, panels, covers, or guards 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 HOT COOLANT 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.

Using a generator indoors CAN KILL
YOU IN MINUTES.

 Generator exhaust contains carbon monoxide.

This is a poison you cannot see or smell.

 NEVER use inside a home or garage, EVEN IF

doors and windows are open.

 Only use OUTSIDE and far away from windows, doors, and

vents.

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.

HOT PARTS can cause severe burns.

 Do not touch hot parts bare handed.
 Allow cooling period before working on equip-

ment.

 To handle hot parts, use proper tools and/or

wear heavy, insulated welding gloves and
clothing to prevent burns.

1-4. Compressed Air Hazards

BREATHING COMPRESSED AIR can
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.

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.

TRAPPED AIR PRESSURE AND WHIPPING
HOSES can cause injury.

 Release air pressure from tools and system be-

fore servicing, adding or changing attach­ments, or opening compressor oil drain or oil fill
cap.

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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 ser-

vicing.

 Read Owner’s Manual before using or servic-

ing unit.

 Stop engine and release air pressure before

servicing.

 Use only genuine replacement parts from the

manufacturer.

1-5. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance

FIRE OR EXPLOSION hazard.

 Do not install or place unit on, over, or near

combustible surfaces.

 Do not install unit near flammables.

 Do not overload building wiring − be sure power supply system is

properly sized, rated, and protected to handle this unit.

FALLING UNIT can cause injury.

 Use lifting eye to lift unit and properly installed

accessories only, NOT gas cylinders. Do not
exceed maximum lift eye weight rating (see
Specifications).

 Lift and support unit only with proper equipment

and correct procedures.

 If using lift forks to move unit, be sure forks are long enough to

extend beyond opposite side of unit.

OVERHEATING can damage motors.

 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.

FLYING SPARKS can cause injury.

WELDING WIRE can cause injury.

 Do not press gun trigger until instructed to do

so.

 Do not point gun toward any part of the body,

other people, or any metal when threading
welding wire.

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.

 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.

MOVING PARTS can cause injury.

 Keep away from moving parts.
 Keep away from pinch points such as drive

rolls.

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READ INSTRUCTIONS.

 Read Owner’s Manual before using or servic-

ing unit.

 Use only genuine replacement parts from the

manufacturer.

 Perform engine and air compressor mainte-

nance and service according to this manual
and the engine/air compressor (if applicable)
manuals.

H.F. RADIATION can cause interference.

ARC WELDING can cause interference.

 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.

1-6. California Proposition 65 Warnings

Welding or cutting equipment produces fumes or gases
which contain chemicals known to the State of California to
cause birth defects and, in some cases, cancer. (California
Health & Safety Code Section 25249.5 et seq.)

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.

 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 to this manual.

 If interference still occurs, the user must take extra measures

such as moving the welding machine, using shielded cables,
using line filters, or shielding the work area.

For Gasoline Engines:

Engine exhaust contains chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproduc­tive harm.

For Diesel Engines:

Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are
known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, and other reproductive harm.

1-7. Principal Safety Standards

Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, ANSI Standard Z49.1,
from Global Engineering Documents (phone: [phone], website:
www.global.ihs.com).

Recommended Safe Practices for the Preparation for Welding and Cut­ting of Containers and Piping, American Welding Society Standard

AWS F4.1, from Global Engineering Documents (phone:
1-877-413-5184, website: www.global.ihs.com).

National Electrical Code, NFPA Standard 70, from National Fire Protec­tion Association, P.O. Box 9101, 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, 4221 Walney Road, 5th Floor,
Chantilly, VA 20151 (phone: [phone], website:www.cganet.com).

Code for Safety in Welding and Cutting, CSA Standard W117.2, from
Canadian Standards Association, Standards Sales, 5060 Mississauga,

1-8. EMF Information

Considerations About Welding And The Effects Of Low Frequency
Electric And Magnetic 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.

To reduce magnetic fields in the workplace, use the following
procedures:

Ontario, Canada L4W 5NS (phone: [phone] or in Toronto
416-747-4044, website: www.csa-international.org).

Safe Practice For Occupational And Educational Eye And Face Protec­tion, ANSI Standard Z87.1, from American National Standards Institute,

25 West 43rd Street, New York, NY 10036–8002 (phone:
212-642-4900, website: www.ansi.org).

Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and Other Hot
Work, NFPA Standard 51B, from National Fire Protection Association,

P.O. Box 9101, Quincy, MA 02269-9101 (phone: [phone], web­site: www.nfpa.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, PA 15250-7954
(phone: [phone]) (there are 10 Regional Offices—phone for
Region 5, Chicago, is 312-353-2220, website: www.osha.gov).

1. Keep cables close together by twisting or taping them, or using a
cable cover.

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 Implanted Medical Devices:

Implanted Medical Device wearers should consult their doctor and the
device manufacturer before performing or going near arc welding, spot
welding, gouging, plasma arc cutting, or induction heating operations.
If cleared by your doctor, then following the above procedures is recom­mended.

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SECTION 2 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT

UTILISATION

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Se protéger, ainsi que toute autre personne travaillant sur les lieux, contre les étincelles et le métal chaud.

2-1. Signification des symboles

DANGER! − Indique une situation dangereuse qui si on
l’évite pas peut donner la mort ou des blessures graves.
Les dangers possibles sont montrés par les symboles
joints ou sont expliqués dans le texte.

Indique une situation dangereuse qui si on l’évite pas
peut donner la mort ou des blessures graves. Les dan­gers possibles sont montrés par les symboles joints ou
sont expliqués dans le texte.

NOTE − Indique des déclarations pas en relation avec des blessures
personnelles.

2-2. 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 et suivez les directives mentionnées afin d’éviter tout
danger. Les consignes de sécurité présentées ci-après ne
font que résumer l’information contenue dans les normes de
sécurité énumérées à la section 2-7. 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
internes de l’appareil sont également sous tension à ce moment-là.
En soudage semi-automatique ou automatique, le fil, le dévidoir, le
logement des galets d’entraînement et les pièces métalliques en
contact avec le fil de soudage sont sous tension. Des matériels mal
installés ou mal mis à la terre présentent un danger.

 Ne jamais toucher les pièces électriques sous tension.
 Porter des gants et des vêtements de protection secs ne compor-

tant pas de trous.

 S’isoler de la pièce et de la terre au moyen de tapis ou d’autres

moyens isolants suffisamment grands pour empêcher le contact
physique éventuel avec la pièce ou la terre.

 Ne pas se servir de source électrique à courant électrique dans les

zones humides, dans les endroits confinés ou là où on risque de
tomber.

 Se servir d’une source électrique à courant électrique UNIQUE-

MENT si le procédé de soudage le demande.

 Si l’utilisation d’une source électrique à courant électrique s’avère

nécessaire, se servir de la fonction de télécommande si l’appareil
en est équipé.

 Des précautions de sécurité supplémentaires sont requises dans

des environnements 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

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 Indique des instructions spécifiques.

Ce groupe de symboles veut dire Avertissement! Attention! DANGER
DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE, PIECES EN MOUVEMENT, et PIECES
CHAUDES. Consulter les symboles et les instructions ci-dessous y
afférant pour les actions nécessaires afin d’éviter le danger.

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 et mettre à la terre correctement cet appareil conformé-

ment à son manuel d’utilisation et aux codes nationaux,
provinciaux et municipaux.

 Toujours vérifier la terre du cordon d’alimentation − Vérifier et

s’assurer que le fil de terre du cordon d’alimentation est bien
raccordé à la borne de terre du sectionneur ou que la fiche du
cordon est raccordée à une prise correctement mise à la terre.

 En effectuant les raccordements d’entrée fixer d’abord le conduc-

teur de mise à la terre approprié et contre-vérifier les connexions.

 Les câbles doivent être exempts d’humidité, d’huile et de graisse;

protégez−les contre les étincelles et les pièces métalliques chau­des.

 Vérifier fréquemment le cordon d’alimentation pour voir s’il n’est

pas endommagé ou dénudé − remplacer le cordon immédiatement
s’il est endommagé − un câble dénudé peut provoquer une électro­cution.

 Mettre l’appareil hors tension quand on ne l’utilise pas.
 Ne pas utiliser des câbles usés, endommagés, de grosseur insuffi-

sante 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.

 Ne pas toucher des porte électrodes connectés à deux machines

en même temps à cause de la présence d’une tension à vide dou­blée.

 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.

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 Couper l’alimentation du poste et décharger les condensateurs

d’entrée comme indiqué dans la Section Maintenance avant de
toucher des composants.

DES PIÈCES CHAUDES peuvent
provoquer des brûlures graves.

 Ne pas toucher à mains nues les parties chau

des.

 Prévoir une période de refroidissement avant d

travailler à l’équipement.

 Ne pas toucher aux pièces chaudes, utiliser les outils recomman

dés et porter des gants de soudage et des vêtements épais pou
éviter les brûlures.

DES PIECES DE METAL ou DES SA-

LETES peuvent provoquer des bles-

sures dans les yeux.

 Le soudage, l’écaillement, le passage de la pièce à la brosse en

fil de fer, et le meulage génèrent des étincelles et des particules
métalliques volantes. Pendant la période de refroidissement des
soudures, elles risquent de projeter du laitier.

 Porter des lunettes de sécurité avec écrans latéraux ou un écran

facial.

LES FUMÉES ET LES GAZ peuvent êtr
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’intérieur, ventiler la zone et/ou utiliser une ventilation forcée au

niveau de l’arc pour l’évacuation des fumées et des gaz de soudage.

 Si la ventilation est médiocre, porter un respirateur anti-vapeurs

approuvé.

 Lire et comprendre les spécifications de sécurité des matériaux

(MSDS) et les instructions 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 portant un respirateur à alimentation d’air. Demander toujours à
un surveillant dûment formé de se tenir à proximité. Des fumées et
des gaz de soudage peuvent déplacer l’air et abaisser le niveau
d’oxygène provoquant des blessures ou des accidents mortels.
S’assurer que l’air de respiration ne présente aucun danger.

 Ne pas souder dans des endroits situés à proximité d’opérations

de dégraissage, de nettoyage ou de pulvérisation. La chaleur et
les rayons de l’arc peuvent réagir en présence de vapeurs et for­mer des gaz hautement toxiques et irritants.

 Ne pas souder des métaux munis d’un revêtement, tels que l’acier

galvanisé, plaqué en plomb ou au cadmium à moins que le revête­ment n’ait été enlevé dans la zone de soudure, que l’endroit soit
bien ventilé, et en portant un respirateur à alimentation d’air. Les
revêtements et tous les métaux renfermant ces éléments peuvent
dégager des fumées toxiques en cas de soudage.

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quent de provoquer des blessures o
même la mort.

 Fermer l’alimentation du gaz protecteur en cas d

non utilisation.

 Veiller toujours à bien aérer les espaces confinés ou se servir d’u

respirateur d’adduction d’air homologué.

LES RAYONS DE L’ARC peuvent pr
voquer des brûlures dans les yeux
sur la peau.

Le rayonnement de l’arc du procédé de soudag

génère des rayons visibles et invisibles intense
(ultraviolets et infrarouges) susceptibles de provoquer des brûlure
dans les yeux et sur la peau. Des étincelles sont projetées pendant l
soudage.

 Porter un casque de soudage approuvé muni de verres filtrants

approprié pour protéger visage et yeux pendant le soudage
(voir ANSI Z49.1 et Z87.1 énuméré dans les normes de sécurité).

 Porter des lunettes de sécurité avec écrans latéraux même sous

votre casque.

 Avoir recours à des écrans protecteurs ou à des rideaux pour

protéger les autres contre les rayonnements les éblouissements
et les étincelles ; prévenir toute personne sur les lieux de ne pas
regarder l’arc.

 Porter des vêtements confectionnés avec des matières résistan-

tes et ignifuges (cuir, coton lourd ou laine) et des bottes de
protection.

LE SOUDAGE peut provoquer un in

cendie ou une explosion.

Le soudage effectué sur des conteneurs fermés tel

que des réservoirs, tambours ou des conduites pe

provoquer leur éclatement. Des étincelles peuve
être projetées de l’arc de soudure. La projection d’étincelles, des pièce
chaudes et des équipements chauds peut provoquer des incendies
des brûlures. Le contact accidentel de l’électrode avec des objet
métalliques peut provoquer des étincelles, une explosion, un surchau
fement ou un incendie. Avant de commencer le soudage, vérifier
s’assurer que l’endroit ne présente pas de danger.

 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.

 Ne pas souder dans un endroit là où des étincelles peuvent tomber

sur des substances inflammables.

 Se protéger et d’autres personnes de la projection d’étincelles et

de métal chaud.

 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 effectué sur un plafond, plancher, paroi ou séparation

peut déclencher un incendie de l’autre côté.

 Ne pas effectuer le soudage sur des conteneurs fermés tels que

des réservoirs, tambours, ou conduites, à moins qu’ils n’aient été
préparés correctement conformément à AWS F4.1 (voir les nor­mes de sécurité).

 Ne soudez pas si l’air ambiant est chargé de particules, gaz, ou va-

peurs inflammables (vapeur d’essence, par exemple).

 Brancher le câble de masse sur la pièce le plus près possible de la

zone de soudage pour éviter le transport du courant sur une
longue distance par des chemins inconnus éventuels en provo­quant des risques d’électrocution, d’étincelles et d’incendie.

 Ne pas utiliser le poste de soudage pour dégeler des conduites ge-

lées.

 En cas de non utilisation, enlever la baguette d’électrode du porte-

électrode 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 po-

ches telles qu’un allumeur au butane ou des allumettes.

 Une fois le travail achevé, assurez−vous qu’il ne reste aucune tra-

ce d’étincelles incandescentes ni de flammes.

 Utiliser exclusivement des fusibles ou coupe−circuits appropriés.

Ne pas augmenter leur puissance; ne pas les ponter.

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LE BRUIT peut affecter l’ouïe.

Le bruit des processus et des équipements peut affe
l’ouïe.

 Porter des protections approuvés pour les or

les si le niveau sonore est trop élevé.

LES CHAMPS MAGNETIQUES peuvent affec­ter des implants médicaux.

 Porteur de simulateur cardiaque ou autre im-

plants médicaux, rester à distance.

 Les porteurs d’implants doivent d’abord consulter leur médecin

avant de s’approcher des opérations de soudage à l’arc, de sou­dage par points, de gougeage, du coupage plasma ou de chauf­fage par induction.

Si des BOUTEILLES sont endomm
gées, elles pourront exploser.

Des bouteilles de gaz protecteur contiennent du g

sous haute pression. Si une bouteille est endomm
gée, elle peut exploser. Du fait que les bouteilles de gaz fo
normalement partie du procédé de soudage, les manipuler av
précaution.

 Protéger les bouteilles de gaz comprimé d’une chaleur excessive,

des chocs mécaniques, des dommages physiques, du laitier, des
flammes ouvertes, des étincelles et des arcs.

 Placer les bouteilles debout en les fixant dans un support station-

naire ou dans un porte-bouteilles pour les empêcher de tomber ou
de se renverser.

 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 bouteille.

 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.

 Utiliser les équipements corrects, les bonnes procédures et suffi-

samment de personnes pour soulever et déplacer les bouteilles.

 Lire et suivre les instructions sur les bouteilles de gaz comprimé,

l’équipement connexe et le dépliant P-1 de la CGA (Compressed Gas
Association) mentionné dans les principales normes de sécurité.

2-3. Dangers existant en relation avec le moteur

L’EXPLOSION DE LA BATTERIE peu
RENDRE AVEUGLE.

 Toujours porter une protection faciale, des gant

en caoutchouc et vêtements de protection lor
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 véhicules 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 prov
quer un incendie ou une explosion.

 Arrêter le moteur avant de vérifier le niveau d

carburant ou de faire le plein.

 Ne pas faire le plein en fumant ou proche d’une source d’étincelle

ou d’une flamme nue.

 Ne pas faire le plein de carburant à ras bord; prévoir de l’espac

pour son expansion.

 Faire attention de ne pas renverser de carburant. Nettoyer tou

carburant renversé avant de faire démarrer le moteur.

 Jeter les chiffons dans un récipient ignifuge.
 Toujours garder le pistolet en contact avec le réservoir lors du

remplissage.

DES ORGANES MOBILES peuvent pr
voquer des blessures.

 Ne pas approcher les mains des ventilateurs

courroies et autres pièces en mouvement.

 Maintenir fermés et fixement en place les portes, panneaux, re-

couvrements et dispositifs de protection.

 Arrêter le moteur avant d’installer ou brancher l’appareil.

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 Seules des personnes qualifiées sont autorisées à enlever les por-

tes, panneaux, recouvrements ou dispositifs de protection 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 organes mobiles.

 Remettre en place les panneaux ou les dispositifs de protection et

fermer les 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 interven-

tion sur le générateur.

DES PIÈCES CHAUDES peuvent
provoquer des brûlures graves.

 Ne pas toucher à mains nues les parties chau

des.

 Prévoir une période de refroidissement avant d

travailler à l’équipement.

 Ne pas toucher aux pièces chaudes, utiliser les outils recomman

dés et porter des gants de soudage et des vêtements épais pou
éviter les brûlures.

LA VAPEUR ET LE LIQUIDE DE
REFROIDISSEMENT CHAUD peuvent
provoquer des brûlures.

 Il est préférable de vérifier le liquide de refroi-

dissement une fois le moteur refroidi pour éviter
de se brûler.

 Toujours vérifier le niveau de liquide de refroidissement dans le

vase d’expansion (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 com-

me suivant.

 Mettre des lunettes de sécurité et des gants, placer un torchon sur

le bouchon du radiateur.

 Dévisser le bouchon légèrement et laisser la vapeur s’échapper

t
,

e

-

e

s

r

u

avant d’enlever le bouchon.

L’utilisation d’un groupe autonome
à l’intérieur PEUT VOUS TUER EN
QUELQUES MINUTES.

 Les fumées d’un groupe autonome contient du

monoxyde de carbone. C’est un poison invisi­ble et inodore.

 JAMAIS utiliser dans une maison ou garage,

même avec les portes et fenêtres ouvertes.

 Uniquement utiliser à l’EXTERIEUR, loin des portes, fenêtres et

bouches aération.

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.

2-4. Dangers liés à l’air comprimé

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.

RESPIRER L’AIR COMPRIMÉ peut pro­voquer des blessures graves ou causer
la mort.

 Ne pas utiliser l’air comprimé pour respirer.
 Utiliser l’air comprimé seulement pour le cou-

page, gougeage et les outils pneumatiques.

L’AIR COMPRIMÉ peut provoquer
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 provo­quer des blessures.

 Relâcher la pression d’air de l’outillage ou du

système 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.

 Laisser l’ensemble se refroidir avant de toucher ou d’effectuer la

maintenance.

 N’utiliser que les pièces de rechange recommandées par le

constructeur.

Le METAL CHAUD lors du coupage et
gougeage plasma peut provoquer un in­cendie ou une explosion.

 Ne pas couper ou gouger à proximité de pro-

duits 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

éléments du circuit air comprimé chauds.

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.

2-5. Dangers supplémentaires en relation avec l’installation, le fonctionnement et la maintenance

Risque D’INCENDIE OU D’EXPLO­SION.

 Ne pas placer l’appareil sur, au-dessus ou

à proximité de surfaces inflammables.

 Ne pas installer l’appareil à proximité de pro-

duits inflammables.

 Ne pas surcharger l’installation électrique − s’assurer que l’ali-

mentation est correctement dimensionnée et protégée avant de
mettre l’appareil en service.

 En utilisant des fourches de levage pour déplacer l’unité, s’assure

que les fourches sont suffisamment longues pour dépasser d
côté opposé de l’appareil.

LA CHUTE DE L’APPAREIL peut blesser.

 Utiliser l’anneau de levage pour lever l’appareil e

les accessoires correctement installées seuls
PAS les bouteilles de gaz. Ne pas dépasser l
poids nominal maximal de l’œilleton (voir les spé
cifications).

 Ne lever et ne soutenir l’appareil qu’avec d

l’équipement approprié et en suivant le
procédures adéquates.

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LE SURCHAUFFEMENT peut endom-

e

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,

t

a

-

n

u

-

mager le moteur électrique.

 Arrêter ou déconnecter l’équipement avant d

démarrer ou d’arrêter le moteur.

 Ne pas laisser tourner le moteur trop lentement sous risque d’en

dommager le moteur électrique à cause d’une tension et d’une fré
quence 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 e

les yeux.

 Affûter l’électrode au tungstène uniquement à l

meuleuse dotée de protecteurs. Cette manœuv
re est à exécuter dans un endroit sûr lorsque l’o
porte l’équipement homologué de protection d
visage, des mains et du corps.

 Les étincelles risquent de causer un incendie − éloigner toute sub

stance inflammable.

DES ORGANES MOBILES peuvent
provoquer des blessures.

 Ne pas s’approcher des organes mobiles.
 Ne pas s’approcher des points de coincement

tels que des rouleaux de commande.

LES FILS DE SOUDAGE peuvent
provoquer des blessures.

 Ne pas appuyer sur la gâchette avant d’en

avoir reçu l’instruction.

 Ne pas diriger le pistolet vers soi, d’autres per-

sonnes ou toute pièce mécanique en enga­geant le fil de soudage.

L’EMPLOI EXCESSIF peut
SURCHAUFFER L’ÉQUIPEMENT.

 Laisser l’équipement refroidir ; respecter le fac-

teur 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 ÉLECTROSTATI­QUES 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 remor-

que comme indiqué dans le manuel s’y rappor­tant.

LIRE LES INSTRUCTIONS.

 Lisez le manuel d’instructions avant l’utilisation

ou la maintenance de l’appareil.

 N’utiliser que les pièces de rechange recom-

mandées par le constructeur.

 Effectuer la maintenance et le service du moteur et du compres-

seur d’air suivant les instructions dans ce manuel ou 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 électri-

cien qualifié les interférences résultant de l’installation.

 Si le FCC signale des interférences, arrêter immédiatement l’ap-

pareil.

 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 un blindage pour réduire les
interférences éventuelles.

LE SOUDAGE À L’ARC risque de
provoquer des interférences.

 L’énergie électromagnétique risque de provo-

quer des interférences pour l’équipement élec­tronique sensible tel que les ordinateurs et
l’équipement commandé par ordinateur tel que
les robots.

 Veiller à ce que tout l’équipement de la zone de soudage soit

compatible électromagnétiquement.

 Pour réduire la possibilité d’interférence, maintenir les câbles de

soudage aussi courts que possible, les grouper, et les poser
aussi bas que possible (ex. par terre).

 Veiller à souder à une distance de 100 mètres de tout équipe-

ment électronique sensible.

 Veiller à ce que ce poste de soudage soit posé et mis à la terre

conformément à ce mode d’emploi.

 En cas d’interférences après avoir pris les mesures précéden-

tes, il incombe à l’utilisateur de prendre des mesures supplé­mentaires telles que le déplacement du poste, l’utilisation de câ­bles blindés, l’utilisation de filtres de ligne ou la pose de protec­teurs dans la zone de travail.

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2-6. Proposition californienne 65 Avertissements

Les équipements de soudage et de coupage produisent des
fumées et des gaz qui contiennent des produits chimiques
dont l’État de Californie reconnaît qu’ils provoquent des mal­formations congénitales et, dans certains cas, des cancers.
(Code de santé et de sécurité de Californie, chapitre 25249.5
et suivants)

Les batteries, les bornes et autres accessoires contiennent
du plomb et des composés à base de plomb, produits chimi­ques dont l’État de Californie reconnaît qu’ils provoquent des
cancers et des malformations congénitales ou autres
problèmes de procréation. Se laver les mains après manipu­lation.

2-7. Principales normes de sécurité

Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, ANSI Standard Z49.1,
de Global Engineering Documents (téléphone : 1-877-413-5184, site
Internet : www.global.ihs.com).

Recommended Safe Practices for the Preparation for Welding and Cut­ting of Containers and Piping, American Welding Society Standard

AWS F4.1 de Global Engineering Documents (téléphone :
1-877-413-5184, site Internet : www.global.ihs.com).

National Electrical Code, NFPA Standard 70, de National Fire Protec­tion Association, P.O. Box 9101, Quincy, MA 02269-9101 (téléphone :
617-770-3000, site Internet : www.nfpa.org).

Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Cylinders, CGA Pamphlet P-1,
de Compressed Gas Association, 4221 Walney Road, 5th Floor, Chan­tilly, VA 20151 (téléphone : 703-788-2700, site Internet :
www.cganet.com).

Code for Safety in Welding and Cutting, CSA Standard W117.2, de
Canadian Standards Association, 5060 Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

Pour les moteurs à essence :

Les gaz d’échappement des moteurs contiennent des pro­duits chimiques dont l’État de Californie reconnaît qu’ils
provoquent des cancers et des malformations congénitales
ou autres problèmes de procréation.

Pour les moteurs diesel :

Les gaz d’échappement des moteurs diesel et certains de
leurs composants sont reconnus par l’État de Californie com­me provoquant des cancers et des malformations
congénitales ou autres problèmes de procréation.

L4W 5NS (téléphone : 800-463-6727 ou à Toronto 416-747-4044, site
Internet : www.csa-international.org).

Safe Practice For Occupational And Educational Eye And Face Protec­tion, ANSI Standard Z87.1, de American National Standards Institute,

11 West 43rd Street, New York, NY 10036-8002 (téléphone :
212-642-4900, site Internet : www.ansi.org).

Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and Other Hot
Work, NFPA Standard 51B, de National Fire Protection Association,

P.O. Box 9101, Quincy, MA 02269-9101 (téléphone : 617-770-3000,
site Internet : www.nfpa.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 U.S. Government Printing Office, Superin­tendent of Documents, P.O. Box 371954, Pittsburgh, PA 15250-7954
(téléphone : 1-866-512-1800) (il y a 10 bureaux régionaux−−le télépho-
ne de la région 5, Chicago, est 312-353-2220, site Internet :
www.osha.gov).

2-8. Information EMF

Considérations sur le soudage et les effets de basse fréquence et des
champs magnétiques et électriques.

Le courant de soudage, pendant son passage dans les câbles de sou­dage, causera des champs électromagnétiques. Il y a eu et il y a encore
un certain souci à propos de tels champs. Cependant, après avoir exa­miné plus de 500 études qui ont été faites pendant une période de
recherche de 17 ans, un comité spécial ruban bleu du National
Research Council a conclu : « L’accumulation de preuves, suivant le
jugement du comité, n’a pas démontré que l’exposition aux champs
magnétiques et champs électriques à haute fréquence représente un
risque à la santé humaine ». Toutefois, des études sont toujours en
cours et les preuves continuent à être examinées. En attendant que les
conclusions finales de la recherche soient établies, il vous serait
souhaitable de réduire votre exposition aux champs électromagnéti­ques pendant le soudage ou le coupage.

Pour réduire les champs magnétiques sur le poste de travail, appliquer
les procédures suivantes :

1. Garder les câbles ensemble, les torsader, les scotcher, ou les
recouvrir d’une housse.

2. Disposer les câbles d’un côté et à distance de l’opérateur.

3. Ne pas courber pas et ne pas entourer pas les câbles autour de
votre corps.

4. Garder le poste de soudage et les câbles le plus loin possible de
vous.

5. Connecter la pince sur la pièce aussi près que possible de la
soudure.

Des implants médicaux :

Les porteurs d’implants doivent d’abord consulter leur médecin avant
de s’approcher des opérations de soudage à l’arc, de soudage par
points, de gougeage, du coupage plasma ou de chauffage par induc­tion. Si le médecin approuve, il est recommandé de suivre les
procédures précédentes.

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3-1. Symbol Definitions

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SECTION 3 − DEFINITIONS

Read Operator’s

Manual A

Seconds Time

h

Engine Choke

Engine Oil Fuel Battery (Engine) Engine

Positive Negative

Hours

s

Circuit Protector Temperature

SECTION 4 − SPECIFICATIONS

4-1. Weld, Power, And Engine Specifications

Welding

Mode

Weld

Output

Range

Rated

Welding Output

Maximum

Open Circuit

Voltage

Alternating Current

Generator

Power Rating

Amperes

(AC)

V

Fuel

Capacity

Volts

Output

Protective Earth

(Ground)

Engine

CC/DC 55 − 185 A

185 A, 25 V,

20% Duty Cycle

130 A, 25 V,

60% Duty Cycle

100 A, 25 V

100% Duty Cycle

80

Single-Phase,

6 kVA/kW (Peak)

5.5 kVA/kW

(Continuous)

40/23 A,

120/240 V AC,

60 Hz

Standard Model:

1.7 gal (6.9 L)
Tank

DX Model:

5 gal (19 L)

Tank

Standard Model:

Honda GX390

Air-Cooled,

One-Cylinder,

Four-Cycle,
13 HP (390 CC),
Gasoline Engine

(Recoil-Start)

DX Model:

Kohler CS12.75

Air-Cooled,

One-Cylinder,

Four-Cycle,

12.75 HP (360 CC),
Gasoline Engine

(Electric-Start)

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4-2. Dimensions, Weights, And Operating Angles

D

Do not move or operate unit

gine could be damaged or unit

A

C

15

F

Dimensions

Height 22-3/4 in (578 mm)

Width 22-3/4 in (577 mm)
Depth 31-5/8 in (803 mm)

A 31-5/8 in (803 mm)
B 10-9/16 in (268 mm)
C 13-25/64 in (340 mm)
D 22-3/4 in (577 mm)
E 1-9/16 in (40 mm)
F 19-5/8 in (498 mm)
G 13/32 in (10 mm) Dia.

Weight

DX Model: 315 lb (143 kg)

Standard Model: 267 lb (121 kg)

Optional Lifting Eye

Weight Rating

430 lb (195 kg)

B

A

C

E

Engine End

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Do not move or operate unit
where it could tip.

Do not exceed tilt angles or en-

could tip.

15°

15°

803 597−B

G

4

Holes

803 403

15°
15°

4-3. Duty Cycle

200
180
160
140

120
100

80

WELD AMPERES

60
40
20

0

0102030405060708090100

Continuous Welding

100% Duty Cycle at 100 Amperes CC/DC

2 Minutes Welding 8 Minutes Resting

20% Duty Cycle at 185 Amperes CC/DC

% DUTY CYCLE

Duty cycle is the percentage of 10
minutes that unit can weld at rated
load without overheating.

NOTICE − Exceeding duty cycle
can damage unit and void warranty.

220 626−A

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4-4. Volt-Ampere Curves

A. Standard Model (Honda Engine)

80

70

60

50

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The volt-ampere curve shows the
minimum and maximum voltage
and amperage output capabilities of
the welding generator. Curves of all
other settings fall between the
curves shown.

40

VOLTS

MIN

30

20

10

0

0

50 100 150 200 250 300

B. DX Model (Kohler Engine)

80

70

60

50

40

VOLTS

MIN

30

20

MAX

MID

AMPERES

MAX

MID

10

0

0

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50 100 150 200 250 300

AMPERES

220 603−A / 220 605−A

4-5. Fuel Consumption Curves

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U.S. Gal./Hr.

A. Weld Output Standard
Model (Honda Engine)

1.00

0.80

0.60

0.40

0.20

0.00
0 25 50 75 100 125 150 175 200

DC Weld Amperes At Rated Duty Cycle

1.20

1.00

0.80

B. Weld Output DX Model
(Kohler Engine)

1.00

0.80

0.60

0.40

U.S. Gal./Hr.

0.20

0.00

Idle

0 25 50 75 100 125 150 175 200

DC Weld Amperes At Rated Duty Cycle

C. Auxiliary Power Standard
Model (Honda Engine)

U.S. Gal./Hr.

U.S. Gal./Hr.

0.60

0.40

0.20

0.00
01 2345678

Aux Power kW At 100% Duty Cycle

1.00

0.80

0.60

0.40

0.20

Idle

D. Auxiliary Power DX Model
(Kohler Engine)

0.00
01 2345678

Aux Power kW At 100% Duty Cycle

220 638−A / 220 639−A

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4-6. Generator Power Curves

A. Power Output Standard
Model (Honda Engine)

300

250

200

150

VOLTS

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The ac generator power curves
show the generator power available
in amperes at the receptacles.

240 VOLT

VOLTS

100

50

0

0

10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80

B. Power Output DX Model
(Kohler Engine)

300

250

200

150

100

120 VOLT

AMPERES

240 VOLT

120 VOLT

50

0

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01020304050607080

AMPERES

220 589−A / 220 594−A

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SECTION 5 − INSTALLATION

5-1. Installing Welding Generator

Movement Airflow Clearance

18 in

(460 mm)

18 in

(460 mm)

18 in

(460 mm)

Location

Always securely fasten welding
generator onto transport vehicle
or trailer and comply with all
DOT and other applicable codes

GND/PE

18 in

(460 mm)

Do not install unit where air
flow is restricted or engine
may overheat.

OR

Always ground generator frame
to vehicle frame to prevent elec­tric shock and static electricity

2

3

1

hazards.

1 Metal Vehicle Frame
2 Equipment Grounding

Terminal

3 Grounding Cable

Bed liners, shipping skids, and
some running gear 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.

Use #10 AWG or larger insulated
copper wire to make metal-to-met­al grounding connection.

18 in

(460 mm)

If unit does not have GFCI
receptacles, use GFCI­protected extension cord.

Ref 151 556 / Ref. 800 652 / 803 597-B / S-0854

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5-2. Grounding Generator When Supplying Building Systems

GND/PE

2

3

1 2

5-3. Engine Prestart Checks − Standard Model

1/2 in

(13 mm)

Gasoline

1

Full

Ground generator to system
earth ground if supplying power
to a premises (home, shop,
farm) wiring system.

1 Equipment Grounding

Terminal
2 Grounding Cable
Use #10 AWG or larger insulated

copper wire.
3 Ground Device

. Use ground device as stated

in electrical codes.

800 576-B

Check all fluids daily. Engine must
be cold and on a level surface. Unit
is shipped with 10W30 engine oil.

1 Fuel Valve
Open valve.

. Fuel valve is shown in the open

position. Always close fuel
valve after stopping unit. Mov­ing unit with fuel valve open
may cause carburetor flooding
and make starting difficult.

Fuel

Add fresh fuel before starting
engine the first time (see engine
manual for specifications). Fill fuel
tank up to 1/2 in. (13 mm) from top
to allow room for expansion. Check
fuel level on a cold engine before
use each day.

Oil

After fueling, check oil with unit on
level surface. If oil is not up to full
mark on dipstick, add oil (see en­gine manual).

Unit stops if oil level is too low. Unit
cannot be restarted until sufficient
oil is added.

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Full

Ref. 803 597−B / Ref. 802 099

5-4. Engine Prestart Checks − DX Model

1/2 in

(13 mm)

Gasoline

1

Full

. Fuel valve is shown in the

open position. Always close
fuel valve after stopping unit.
Moving unit with fuel valve
open may cause carburetor
flooding and make starting
difficult.

Full

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Check all fluids daily. Engine must
be cold and on a level surface. Unit
is shipped with 10W30 engine oil.

1 Fuel Valve
Open valve.

. Close fuel valve before moving

unit or carburetor may flood
and make starting difficult.

Fuel

Add fresh fuel before starting
engine the first time (see engine
manual for specifications). Fill fuel
tank up to 1/2 in. (13 mm) from top
to allow room for expansion. Check
fuel level on a cold engine before
use each day.

Oil

After fueling, check oil with unit on
level surface. If oil is not up to full
mark on dipstick, add oil (see en­gine manual).

Unit stops if oil level is too low. Unit
cannot be restarted until sufficient
oil is added.

. To improve cold weather

starting:

Keep battery in good condition.
Store battery in warm area off
concrete surface.

Use correct grade oil for cold
weather.

5-5. Connecting The Battery (DX Models Only)

Turn Engine Switch to Off (DX
models only).

+

Connect negative (−) cable last.

−

803 595−B

Tools Needed:

1/2 in

803 596−B / 803 466

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5-6. Connecting To Weld Output Terminals

connecting to weld

Do not

2

6

3

Do not place

anything between

weld cable terminal

and copper bar.

4

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1 Positive (+) Weld Output

Terminal

2 Negative (−) Weld Output

Terminal

For Direct Current Electrode Posi­tive (DCEP), connect work cable to

1

Negative (−) terminal and electrode
holder to Positive (+) terminal.

For Direct Current Electrode nega­tive (DCEN), reverse cable con­nections.

Failure to properly connect weld
cables may cause excessive
heat and start a fire, or damage
your machine.

3 Weld Output Terminal
4 Supplied Weld Output

Terminal Nut
5 Weld Cable Terminal
6 Copper Bar
Remove supplied nut from weld

output terminal. Slide weld cable
terminal onto weld output terminal
and secure with nut so that weld
cable terminal is tight against cop­per bar. Do not place anything

between weld cable terminal
and copper bar. Make sure that
the surfaces of the weld cable
terminal and copper bar are
clean.

5

Correct Installation Incorrect Installation

5-7. Selecting Weld Cable Sizes*

100 ft (30 m) or Less

10 − 60%

Duty

Cycle

Weld Output

Terminals

Stop engine before
connecting to weld
output terminals.

use worn, dam­aged, undersized, or
poorly spliced cables.

Welding

Amperes

100 4 (20) 4 (20) 4 (20) 3 (30) 2 (35) 1 (50) 1/0 (60) 1/0 (60)

150 3 (30) 3 (30) 2 (35) 1 (50) 1/0 (60) 2/0 (70) 3/0 (95) 3/0 (95)

200 3 (30) 2 (35) 1 (50) 1/0 (60) 2/0 (70) 3/0 (95) 4/0 (120) 4/0 (120)

250 2 (35) 1 (50) 1/0 (60) 2/0 (70) 3/0 (95) 4/0 (120)

Tools Needed:

3/4 in

803 596−B / 803 778-A

Weld Cable Size** and Total Cable (Copper) Length in Weld Circuit

Not Exceeding***

150 ft

(45 m)

200 ft

(60 m)

250 ft

(70 m)

300 ft

(90 m)

350 ft

(105 m)

60 − 100%

Duty

10 − 100% Duty Cycle

Cycle

2 ea. 2/0

(2x70)

400 ft

(120 m)

2 ea. 2/0

(2x70)

* This chart is a general guideline and may not suit all applications. If cables overheat, use next size larger cable.

**Weld cable size (AWG) is based on either a 4 volts or less drop or a current density of at least 300 circular mils per ampere.
( ) = mm2 for metric use S-0007-F

***For distances longer than those shown in this guide, call a factory applications representative at 920-735-4505.

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300 1 (50) 1/0 (60) 2/0 (70) 3/0 (95) 4/0 (120)

2 ea. 2/0

(2x70)

2 ea. 3/0

(2x95)

2 ea. 3/0

(2x95)

Notes

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SECTION 6 − OPERATING THE WELDING GENERATOR

6-1. Controls (Standard Models) (See Section 6-2)

5

4

3

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2

1

803 597−B / 218 611−B

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6-2. Description Of Controls (Standard Models) (See Section 6-1)

1 Engine Switch
Use switch to control ignition circuit. Turn

switch to On position when starting engine.
Turn switch to Off position to stop engine. En­gine cannot be started with switch in the Off
position.

Engine stops if oil level is too low. Engine can­not be restarted until sufficient oil is added.

2 Starter Handle
3 Choke Control
Use control to change engine air/fuel mix.

Move control to far right if starting a cold en­gine. Move control to far left if starting a warm
engine.

To Start:

 Open fuel valve (see Section 5-3).
 Turn Engine switch to On.

Notes

 Set choke.
 Pull starter handle. Open choke as en-

gine warms.

If the engine does not start, let
engine come to a complete stop
before attempting restart.

To Stop:

 Turn Engine switch to Off.

. Always close fuel valve after stopping

unit. Moving unit with fuel valve open may
cause carburetor flooding and make
starting difficult.

4 Welding Range Table
Use table to determine correct weld amper-

age based on electrode size, type, and mate­rial thickness.

5 Weld Output Control

. Set control at maximum for full generator

power output at AC receptacles

Use control to select weld amperage. Control
may be adjusted while welding.

To Set Weld Output Control: Use table to
determine correct size electrode for weld am­perage. Select electrode type and set control
to corresponding amperage range on name­plate. Adjust control to obtain desired weld
performance.

EXAMPLE:
Electrode Diameter: 1/8
Electrode Type: E-6013
Current Control Setting: 90 − 120 A

Work like a Pro!

Pros weld and cut

safely. Read the

safety rules at
the beginning
of this manual.

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6-3. Controls (DX Models) (See Section 6-4)

8

6

5

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7

2

3

1

4

803 596−B / 803 595−B / 218 611−B

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6-4. Description Of Controls (DX Models) (See Section 6-3)

1 Engine Switch
Use switch to control ignition circuit. Turn

switch to Start position for electric start. Turn
switch to On position to start engine using
starter handle (recoil). Turn switch to Off posi­tion to stop engine.

2 Low Oil Level Light
Light goes on and engine stops if engine oil

level is too low.
Engine cannot be restarted until sufficient oil

is added.

Stop engine and add oil if light
goes on (see Section 5-4).

3 Starter Handle
Use starter handle to start unit if electric start

does not work.
4 Choke Control
Use control to change engine air/fuel mix.

Move control to far right if starting a cold en­gine. Move control to far left if starting a warm
engine.

The engine starts at weld/power speed and
runs at weld/power speed under weld or gen­erator power load. The engine returns to idle
speed 12 seconds after start-up or after weld
or generator power load is removed.

To Start:

 Open fuel valve (see Section 5-4).
 Set choke.
 Electric-Start: Turn Engine switch to

Start position.
Recoil: Turn Engine switch to On posi­tion. Pull starter handle until engine
starts.

 Open choke as engine warms.

If the engine does not start, let
engine come to a complete stop
before attempting restart.

To Stop:

 Turn Engine switch to Off.

. Always close fuel valve after stopping

unit. Moving unit with fuel valve open may
cause carburetor flooding and make
starting difficult.

5 Welding Range Table
Use table to determine correct weld amper-

age based on electrode size, type, and mate­rial thickness.

6 Run / Idle Switch
Use switch to select whether the engine stays

at run speed continuously or whether the auto
idle feature is enabled so engine speed re­turns to idle speed after start−up or after weld
or generator load is removed.

7 Weld Output Control

. Set control at maximum for full generator

power output at AC receptacles.

Use control to select weld amperage. Control
may be adjusted while welding.

To Set Weld Output Control: Use table to
determine correct size electrode for weld am­perage. Select electrode type and set control
to corresponding amperage range on name­plate. Adjust control to obtain desired weld
performance.

EXAMPLE:
Electrode Diameter: 1/8
Electrode Type: E-6013
Current Control Setting: 90 − 120 A
8 Hourmeter
Use hourmeter to help schedule routine main-

tenance.

Notes

Work like a Pro!

Pros weld and cut

safely. Read the

safety rules at
the beginning
of this manual.

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SECTION 7 − OPERATING AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT

7-1. Generator Power Panel Receptacles

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If unit does not have GFCI recep­tacles, use GFCI-protected exten­sion cord.

. Generator power decreases as weld

current increases. Set Weld Output
control to maximum for full generator
power output at AC receptacles.

1 240 V AC Receptacle RC1
RC1 supplies 60 Hz single-phase power at

weld/power speed. Maximum output is 6
kVA/kW (peak) or 5.5 kVA/kW (continu­ous).

2 120 V 20 A AC Duplex Receptacle

RC2

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3 120 V 20 A AC Duplex Receptacle

RC3

RC2 and RC3 supply 60 Hz single-phase
power at weld/power speed. Maximum
output from RC2 or RC3 is 2.4 kVA/kW.

NOTICE − Do not parallel the two 120V du-
plex receptacles.

4 Supplementary Protector CB1
CB1 protects the receptacles from over-

load. If CB1 opens, the receptacles do not
work. Move switch to the On position to re­set.

5 Supplementary Protectors CB2, CB3
CB2 protects RC2 and CB3 protects RC3

from overload. If the supplementary pro-

218 611−B

tector opens, the receptacle does not
work. Press button to reset.

. If supplementary protector continues

to open, contact Factory Authorized
Service Agent.

Combined output of all receptacles limited
to 5.5 kVA/kW continuous rating of the
generator (See Section 12 − Generator
Power Guidelines).

EXAMPLE: If 10 A is drawn from each 120
volt duplex receptacle, only 13 A is avail­able from the 240 V receptacle.

2 x (120 V x 10 A) + (240 V x 13 A) = 5.5
kVA/KW.

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SECTION 8 − MAINTENANCE

 Follow the storage procedure in the engine owner’s manual if the unit will not be used for an extended period.

8-1. Routine Maintenance

Stop engine before maintaining.

Recycle engine

fluids.

. See Engine Manual and Maintenance Label

for important start-up, service, and storage
information. Service engine more often if
used in severe conditions.

Every

8

Hours

Every

25

Hours

Every

50

Hours

Every

100

Hours

Every

200

Hours

Every

300

Hours

 = Check  = Change  = Clean  = Replace
* To be done by Factory Authorized Service Agent

 Fuel Level  Oil Level  Oil, Fuel Spills

 Air Cleaner Precleaner

 Weld Terminals

 Oil  Air Cleaner Element  Cooling System  Spark Plug Gap

 Battery Terminals (DX

Models)

 Unreadable Labels

 Spark Arrestor Screen

(Optional on DX Models)

Reference

Section 5-3,
5-4

Section 8-2

Engine
Manual,
Section 8-2

Engine
Manual

Every

500

Hours

Valve Clearance*

Engine
Manual

 Weld Cables  Slip Rings*

 Brushes*

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8-2. Servicing Air Cleaner

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Stop engine.

NOTICE − Do not run engine with-
out air cleaner or with dirty element.

1 Precleaner
2 Paper Element

. Do not wash paper element or

clean with compressed air.

Remove cover.
Wash precleaner with soap and wa-

ter solution. Allow precleaner to air
dry completely.

Dip precleaner in clean engine oil.
Squeeze out excess oil. The engine

1

2

will smoke if precleaner contains
too much oil.

Replace paper element if dirty, oily,
or damaged.

Standard Model Shown

oil

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aircleaner6 9/00 − 803 404

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8-3. Adjusting Engine Speed (Honda-Powered Units)

1400 ± 150 rpm

3750 ± 30 rpm (62 Hz)

2

1

After tuning engine, check engine
speeds. See table for proper no
load speeds. If necessary, adjust
speeds as follows:

Start engine and run until warm.

Weld/Power Speed
Adjustment

1 Throttle Control Lever
2 Adjustment Screw
Move lever to Run (far left) position.

Turn screw and move lever until en­gine runs at weld/power speed.

Idle Speed Adjustment

3 Pilot Screw
4 Throttle Stop Screw
Move lever to idle (far right) posi-

tion. Turn pilot screw until engine
runs at highest idle speed. Turn
stop screw until engine runs at
rated idle speed (normally about
2-1/4 turns out.)

! Stop engine. Close fuel

valve.

Tools Needed:

3

4

1/4, 3/8 in

803 597−B / Ref. 802 101-A

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8-4. Adjusting Engine Speed (Kohler−Powered Units)

2500 ± 100 rpm (42 Hz)

3750 ± 30 rpm (62Hz)

After tuning engine, check engine
speed. See table for proper no load
speed. If necessary, adjust speed
as follows:

Start engine and run until warm.
Set Weld Output Control to Max.

Weld/Power Speed Adjustment

1 Adjustment Screw
To increase speed, turn screw out

(counterclockwise). To decrease
speed, turn screw in (clockwise).

Idle Speed Adjustment

2 Throttle Solenoid TS1
3 Adjustment Screw
Loosen two screws on side of

throttle solenoid TS1. Adjust TS1
until idle speed is approximately
2500 rpm. Use adjustment screw
to fine tune idle speed. Be sure TS1
plunger bottoms at idle. Tighten
two screws on TS1.

! Stop engine. Close fuel

valve.

Tools Needed:

1

3

2

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803 595-B

SECTION 9 − TROUBLESHOOTING

9-1. Troubleshooting

A. Welding

Trouble Remedy

No weld output or generator power out­put at ac receptacles.

No weld output; generator power out­put okay at ac receptacles.

Low weld output. Check Weld Output control setting.

High weld output. Check Weld Output control setting.

Erratic weld output. Check Weld Output control setting.

Be sure all equipment is disconnected from receptacles when starting unit.

Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check brushes, slip rings, rotor, stator, integrated rectifier
SR2, and Weld Output control R1.

Check Weld Output control setting.

Check weld connections.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check Weld Output control R1, stator, integrated rectifier

SR2, stabilizer DC-Z, main rectifier SR1, and reactor AC-Z

Check engine speed, and adjust if necessary (see Section 8-3 or 8-4).
Service engine air cleaner.
Check weld cable size and length.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check Weld Output control R1, stator, integrated rectifier

SR2, stabilizer DC-Z, main rectifier SR1, and reactor AC-Z

Check engine speed, and adjust if necessary (see Section 8-3 or 8-4).

Tighten and clean connections to electrode and workpiece.
Use dry, properly-stored electrodes for Stick welding.
Remove excessive coils from weld cables.
Clean and tighten connections both inside and outside welding generator.
Check engine speed, and adjust if necessary (see Section 8-3 or 8-4).
Check throttle/governor linkage for smooth, non-binding operation.

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B. Generator Power

Trouble Remedy

No output at generator power ac re­ceptacles; no weld output.

No output at generator power ac re­ceptacles; weld output okay.

High output at generator power ac
receptacles.

Be sure all equipment is disconnected from receptacles when starting unit.

Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check brushes, slip rings, rotor, stator, integrated rectifier
SR2, and Weld Output control R1.

Reset and check supplementary protectors (see Section 7-1).

Check receptacle wiring and connections.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check stator windings and connections at terminal block 1T.
Check engine speed, and adjust if necessary (see Section 8-3 or 8-4).

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Trouble Remedy

Low output at generator power ac
receptacles.

Erratic output at generator power ac
receptacles.

C. Engine

Trouble Remedy

Engine will not crank (DX models only).

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Check Weld Output control setting.

Check engine speed, and adjust if necessary (see Section 8-3 or 8-4). Open circuit voltage is reduced
as engine speed drops.

Check fuel level.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check connections at terminal block 1T.
Check receptacle supplementary protector(s), wiring, and connections.
Check throttle linkage for smooth, non-binding operation.
Service air cleaner according to engine manual.
Check engine speed, and adjust if necessary (see Section 8-3 or 8-4).

Reset ignition circuit breaker (see engine manual).

Check and replace ignition fuse (see engine manual).

Check battery voltage.

Check battery connections and tighten if necessary.

Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check engine ignition circuit.

Engine will not start. Check fuel level (see Section 5-3 or 5-4).

Move choke control to correct position (see Section 5-3 or 5-4).

Open fuel valve (see Section 5-3 or 5-4). Close fuel valve before moving unit or carburetor may flood and
make starting difficult.

Check battery voltage (DX models only).

Check battery connections and tighten if necessary (DX models only).

Check oil level (see Section 5-3 or 5-4). Engine stops if oil level is too low. Refill crankcase with proper
viscosity oil for operating temperature.

Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check low oil level shutdown switch.

Engine stopped during normal
operation.

Battery discharges between uses (DX
models only).

Check fuel level (see Section 5-3 or 5-4).

Open fuel valve (see Section 5-3 or 5-4). Close fuel valve before moving unit or carburetor may flood and
make starting difficult.

Check oil level (see Section 5-3 or 5-4). Engine stops if oil level is too low.

Clean battery, terminals, and posts with baking soda and water solution; rinse with clear water.

Periodically recharge battery (approximately every 3 months).

Replace battery.

Check engine battery charging circuit and connections according to engine manual.

Unstable or sluggish engine speeds. Check engine speed, and adjust if necessary (see Section 8-3 or 8-4).

Check throttle/governor linkage for smooth, non-binding operation.

Tune-up engine according to engine manual.

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SECTION 10 − PARTS LIST

10-1. Recommended Spare Parts

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Dia.

Mkgs.

Part

No.

Recommended Spare Parts

220305 Tune−up & Filter Kit, Honda (includes). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

190108 Spark Plug 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

220303 Air Filter 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

220304 Air Filter, Pre Cleaner 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

221584 Tune−up & Filter Kit, Kohler CS 10 & 12 Electric (includes). . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

203960 Spark Plug 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

221582 Filter, Air Kohler CS 10 & 12 Electric 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

221583 Filter, Air Pre Cleaner Kohler CS 10 & 12 Electric 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Description

Quantity

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SECTION 11 − ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS

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226 737-A

Figure 11-1. Circuit Diagram For Standard Models

Figure 11-2. Circuit Diagram for DX Models

226 738-A

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SECTION 12 − GENERATOR POWER GUIDELINES

 The views in this section are intended to be representative of all engine-driven welding generators. Your unit may differ from those shown.

12-1. Selecting Equipment

1 Generator Power Receptacles

− Neutral Bonded To Frame

2 3-Prong Plug From Case

Grounded Equipment

3 2-Prong Plug From Double

Insulated Equipment

 Be sure equipment has double

1

2

3

OR

insulated symbol and/or word­ing on it.

Do not use 2-prong plug un­less equipment is double in­sulated.

gen_pwr 2007−04 − Ref. ST-159 730 / ST-800 577

12-2. Grounding Generator To Truck Or Trailer Frame

1

GND/PE

2

3

Always ground generator
frame to vehicle frame to pre­vent electric shock and static
electricity hazards.

Also see AWS Safety &
Health Fact Sheet No. 29,
Grounding of Portable And
Vehicle Mounted Welding
Generators.

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.

 Electrically bond generator

frame to vehicle frame by met-

al-to-metal contact.

Bed liners, shipping skids,

and some running gear insu-

late the welding generator

from the vehicle frame. Al-

ways connect a ground wire

from the generator equip-

ment grounding terminal to

bare metal on the vehicle

frame as shown.

If unit does not have GFCI re-

ceptacles, use GFCI-pro-

tected extension cord.

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12-3. Grounding When Supplying Building Systems

1 2

GND/PE

2

3

1 Equipment Grounding

Terminal
2 Grounding Cable
Use #10 AWG or larger insulated

copper wire.
3 Ground Device

 Use ground device as stated in

electrical codes.

Ground generator to system

earth ground if supplying

power to a premises (home,

shop, farm) wiring system.

Also see AWS Safety &

Health Fact Sheet No. 29,

Grounding of Portable And

Vehicle Mounted Welding

Generators.

12-4. How Much Power Does Equipment Require?

3

2

1

3

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 12-8).

3 Rating Data
Rating shows volts and amperes, or

watts required to run equipment.

Amperes x Volts = Watts

Example 1: If a drill uses 4.5 am-

peres 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.
Example 2: If three 200 watt flood

lamps are used with the drill from Ex­ample 1, add the individual loads to
calculate total load.

(3 x 200W) + 520 W = 1120 W
The total load applied by the three

flood lamps and drill is 1120 watts.

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12-5. Approximate Power Requirements For Industrial Motors

Industrial Motors Rating Starting Watts Running Watts

Split Phase 1/8 HP 800 300

1/6 HP 1225 500
1/4 HP 1600 600
1/3 HP 2100 700
1/2 HP 3175 875

Capacitor Start-Induction Run 1/3 HP 2020 720

1/2 HP 3075 975
3/4 HP 4500 1400

1 HP 6100 1600

1-1/2 HP 8200 2200

2 HP 10550 2850
3 HP 15900 3900
5 HP 23300 6800

Capacitor Start-Capacitor Run 1-1/2 HP 8100 2000

5 HP 23300 6000

7-1/2 HP 35000 8000

10 HP 46700 10700

Fan Duty 1/8 HP 1000 400

1/6 HP 1400 550
1/4 HP 1850 650
1/3 HP 2400 800
1/2 HP 3500 1100

12-6. Approximate Power Requirements For Farm/Home Equipment

Farm/Home Equipment Rating Starting Watts Running Watts

Stock Tank De-Icer 1000 1000
Grain Cleaner 1/4 HP 1650 650
Portable Conveyor 1/2 HP 3400 1000
Grain Elevator 3/4 HP 4400 1400
Milk Cooler 2900 1100
Milker (Vacuum Pump) 2 HP 10500 2800
FARM DUTY MOTORS 1/3 HP 1720 720
Std. (e.g. Conveyors, 1/2 HP 2575 975
Feed Augers, Air 3/4 HP 4500 1400
Compressors) 1 HP 6100 1600

1-1/2 HP 8200 2200

2 HP 10550 2850
3 HP 15900 3900

5 HP 23300 6800
High Torque (e.g. Barn 1-1/2 HP 8100 2000
Cleaners, Silo Unloaders, 5 HP 23300 6000
Silo Hoists, Bunk Feeders) 7-1/2 HP 35000 8000

10 HP 46700 10700
3-1/2 cu. ft. Mixer 1/2 HP 3300 1000
High Pressure 1.8 Gal/Min 500 PSI 3150 950
Washer 2 gal/min 550 PSI 4500 1400
2 gal/min 700 PSI 6100 1600
Refrigerator or Freezer 3100 800
Shallow Well Pump 1/3 HP 2150 750

1/2 HP 3100 1000

Sump Pump 1/3 HP 2100 800

1/2 HP 3200 1050

OM-4415 Page 38

12-7. Approximate Power Requirements For Contractor Equipment

Contractor Rating Starting Watts Running Watts

Hand Drill 1/4 in 350 350

3/8 in 400 400
1/2 in 600 600

Circular Saw 6-1/2 in 500 500

7-1/4 in 900 900
8-1/4 in 1400 1400

Table Saw 9 in 4500 1500

10 in 6300 1800
Band Saw 14 in 2500 1100
Bench Grinder 6 in 1720 720

8 in 3900 1400

10 in 5200 1600
Air Compressor 1/2 HP 3000 1000

1 HP 6000 1500

1-1/2 HP 8200 2200

2 HP 10500 2800
Electric Chain Saw 1-1/2 HP, 12 in 1100 1100

2 HP, 14 in 1100 1100

Electric Trimmer Standard 9 in 350 350

Heavy Duty 12 in 500 500
Electric Cultivator 1/3 HP 2100 700
Elec. Hedge Trimmer 18 in 400 400
Flood Lights HID 125 100

Metal Halide 313 250

Mercury 1000

Sodium 1400

Vapor 1250 1000
Submersible Pump 400 gph 600 200
Centrifugal Pump 900 gph 900 500
Floor Polisher 3/4 HP, 16 in 4500 1400

1 HP, 20 in 6100 1600

High Pressure Washer 1/2 HP 3150 950

3/4 HP 4500 1400

1 HP 6100 1600
55 gal Drum Mixer 1/4 HP 1900 700
Wet & Dry Vac 1.7 HP 900 900

2-1/2 HP 1300 1300

OM-4415 Page 39

12-8. Power Required To Start Motor

Single-Phase Induction Motor Starting Requirements

Motor Start

Code

KVA/HP 6.3 7.1 8.0 9.0 10.0 11.2 12.5 14.0

G H J K L M N P

1 Motor Start Code
2 Running Amperage

4
1
3

VOLTS AMPS

CODE 60

HP

AC MOTOR
230 2.5
M
1/4

Hz
PHASE

1

2

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.

(kVA/HP x HP x 1000) / Volts =

Starting Amperage

Example: Calculate starting amper­age required for a 230 V, 1/4 HP mo­tor with a motor start code of M.

Volts = 230, HP = 1/4, kVA/HP =

11.2
(11.2 x 1/4 x 1000) / 230 = 12.2A
Starting the motor requires 12.2

amperes.

S-0624

12-9. 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.

OM-4415 Page 40

Ref. ST-800 396-A / S-0625

12-10. Typical Connections To Supply Standby Power

123

Utility

Electrical

Service

Transfer Switch

5

Essential

Loads

Fused

Disconnect

Switch

(If Required)

4

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 required if generator will sup­ply standby power during
emergencies or power out­ages.

1 Utility Electrical Service
2 Transfer Switch (Double-Throw)
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 (customer­supplied). 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 wir-

ing 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 produce
enough output to meet all require­ments, connect only essential
loads (pumps, freezers, heaters,
etc. − See Section 12-4).

OM-4415 Page 41

12-11. Selecting Extension Cord (Use Shortest Cord Possible)

Cord Lengths for 120 Volt Loads

If unit does not have GFCI receptacles, use GFCI-protected extension cord.

Maximum Allowable Cord Length in ft (m) for Conductor Size (AWG)*

Current

(Amperes)

5 600 350 (106) 225 (68) 137 (42) 100 (30)

7 840 400 (122) 250 (76) 150 (46) 100 (30) 62 (19)

10 1200 400 (122) 275 (84) 175 (53) 112 (34) 62 (19) 50 (15)

15 1800 300 (91) 175 (53) 112 (34) 75 (23) 37 (11) 30 (9)

20 2400 225 (68) 137 (42) 87 (26) 50 (15) 30 (9)

25 3000 175 (53) 112 (34) 62 (19) 37 (11)

30 3600 150 (46) 87 (26) 50 (15) 37 (11)

35 4200 125 (38) 75 (23) 50 (15)

40 4800 112 (34) 62 (19) 37 (11)

45 5400 100 (30) 62 (19)

50 6000 87 (26) 50 (15)

*Conductor size is based on maximum 2% voltage drop

Cord Lengths for 240 Volt Loads

If unit does not have GFCI receptacles, use GFCI-protected extension cord.

Load (Watts) 4 6 8 10 12 14

Current

(Amperes)

5 1200 700 (213) 450 (137) 225 (84) 200 (61)

7 1680 800 (244) 500 (152) 300 (91) 200 (61) 125 (38)

10 2400 800 (244) 550 (168) 350 (107) 225 (69) 125 (38) 100 (31)

15 3600 600 (183) 350 (107) 225 (69) 150 (46) 75 (23) 60 (18)

20 4800 450 (137) 275 (84) 175 (53) 100 (31) 60 (18)

25 6000 350 (107) 225 (69) 125 (38) 75 (23)

30 7000 300 (91) 175 (53) 100 (31) 75 (23)

35 8400 250 (76) 150 (46) 100 (31)

40 9600 225 (69) 125 (38) 75 (23)

45 10,800 200 (61) 125 (38)

50 12,000 175 (53) 100 (31)

*Conductor size is based on maximum 2% voltage drop

Load (Watts) 4 6 8 10 12 14

Maximum Allowable Cord Length in ft (m) for Conductor Size (AWG)*

OM-4415 Page 42

SECTION 13 − STICK WELDING (SMAW) GUIDELINES

13-1. Stick Welding Procedure

Weld current starts when elec­trode touches workpiece.

Weld current can damage elec­tronic parts in vehicles. Discon­nect both battery cables before
welding on a vehicle. Place work
clamp as close to the weld as
possible.

1 Workpiece
Make sure workpiece is clean be-

5

4

2

3

6

1

7

fore welding.
2 Work Clamp
3 Electrode
A small diameter electrode requires

less current than a large one. Fol­low electrode manufacturer’s
instructions when setting weld am­perage (see Section 13-2).

4 Insulated Electrode Holder
5 Electrode Holder Position
6 Arc Length
Arc length is the distance from the

electrode to the workpiece. A short
arc with correct amperage will give
a sharp, crackling sound.

7 Slag
Use a chipping hammer and wire

brush to remove slag. Remove slag
and check weld bead before mak­ing another weld pass.

Tools Needed:

stick 2007−04 − ST-151 593

OM-4415 Page 43

13-2. Electrode and Amperage Selection Chart

RANGE

AMPERAGE

ELECTRODE

6010

&

6011

6013

7014

7018

7024

Ni-Cl

308L

DIAMETER

3/32

1/8
5/32
3/16
7/32

1/4
1/16
5/64
3/32

1/8
5/32
3/16
7/32

1/4
3/32

1/8
5/32
3/16
7/32

1/4
3/32

1/8
5/32
3/16
7/32

1/4
3/32

1/8
5/32
3/16
7/32

1/4
3/32

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

1/8
5/32

50

100

150

200

250

300

350

400

450

AC

DC*

ELECTRODE

EP

6010

EP

6011

EP,EN

6013

EP,EN

7014

EP

7018

EP,EN

7024

EP

NI-CL

EP

308L

*EP = ELECTRODE POSITIVE (REVERSE POLARITY)
EN = ELECTRODE NEGATIVE (STRAIGHT POLARITY)

POSITION

ALL
ALL
ALL

ALL

ALL

FLAT

HORIZ

FILLET

ALL
ALL

PENETRATION

DEEP
DEEP

LOW

MED

LOW

LOW

LOW
LOW

USAGE

MIN. PREP, ROUGH

HIGH SPATTER

GENERAL

SMOOTH, EASY,

FAST

LOW HYDROGEN,

STRONG

SMOOTH, EASY,

FASTER

CAST IRON
STAINLESS

Ref. S-087 985-A

13-3. Striking an Arc − Scratch Start Technique

1

3

13-4. Striking an Arc − Tapping Technique

1

3

1 Electrode
2 Workpiece
3 Arc
Drag electrode across workpiece

2

like striking a match; lift electrode
slightly after touching work. If arc
goes out electrode was lifted to
high. If electrode sticks to work­piece, use a quick twist to free it.

S-0049

1 Electrode
2 Workpiece
3 Arc
Bring electrode straight down to

workpiece; then lift slightly to start

2

arc. If arc goes out, electrode was
lifted too high. If electrode sticks to
workpiece, use a quick twist to free it.

S-0050

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13-5. Positioning Electrode Holder

90° 90°

End View of Work Angle Side View of Electrode Angle

10°-30°

GROOVE WELDS

45°

45°

End View of Work Angle Side View of Electrode Angle

13-6. Poor Weld Bead Characteristics

FILLET WELDS

2

3

10°-30°

S-0060

1 Large Spatter Deposits
2 Rough, Uneven Bead
3 Slight Crater During Welding
4 Bad Overlap
5 Poor Penetration

1

4

13-7. Good Weld Bead Characteristics

5

1 Fine Spatter
2 Uniform Bead
3 Moderate Crater During

Welding

Weld a new bead or layer for each
1/8 in. (3.2 mm) thickness in metals
being welded.

1

5234

4 No Overlap
5 Good Penetration into Base

Metal

OM-4415 Page 45

S-0053-A

S-0052-B

13-8. Conditions That Affect Weld Bead Shape

 Weld bead shape is affected by electrode angle, arc length, travel speed, and thickness of base metal.

Angle Too Small

Too Short

Slow

Correct Angle

10° - 30°

Drag

ELECTRODE ANGLE

Normal Too Long

ARC LENGTH

Normal Fast

TRAVEL SPEED

Angle Too Large

Spatter

S-0061

13-9. Electrode Movement During Welding

 Normally, a single stringer bead is satisfactory for most narrow groove weld joints; however, for wide groove weld joints or bridging across gaps,

a weave bead or multiple stringer beads work better.

1 Stringer Bead − Steady

Movement Along Seam

1

3

2

2 Weave Bead − Side to Side

Movement Along Seam
3 Weave Patterns
Use weave patterns to cover a wide

area in one pass of the electrode.
Do not let weave width exceed
2-1/2 times diameter of electrode.

S-0054-A

OM-4415 Page 46

13-10. Butt Joints

1

13-11. Lap Joint

2

Single-Layer Fillet Weld

1 Tack Welds

2

1/16 in

(1.6 mm)

3

30°
Or Less

11

30°

4

30°
Or Less

3

Multi-Layer Fillet Weld

Prevent edges of joint from drawing
together ahead of electrode by tack
welding the materials in position be­fore final weld.

2 Square Groove Weld
Good for materials up to 3/16 in (5

mm) thick.
3 Single V-Groove Weld
Good for materials 3/16 − 3/4 in

(5-19 mm) thick. Cut bevel with oxy­acetylene or plasma cutting equip­ment. Remove scale from material
after cutting. A grinder can also be
used to prepare bevels.

Create 30 degree angle of bevel on
materials in V-groove welding.

4 Double V-Groove Weld
Good for materials thicker than 3/16

in (5 mm).

S-0662

1 Electrode
2 Single-Layer Fillet Weld
Move electrode in circular motion.
3 Multi-Layer Fillet Weld
Weld a second layer when a heavi-

er fillet is needed. Remove slag be­fore making another weld pass.
Weld both sides of joint for maxi­mum strength.

S-0063 / S-0064

13-12. Tee Joint

2

1

45°

Or Less

1 Electrode
2 Fillet Weld
Keep arc short and move at definite

rate of speed. Hold electrode as
shown to provide fusion into the
corner. Square edge of the weld
surface.

For maximum strength weld both

2

1

3

sides of upright section.
3 Multi-Layer Deposits
Weld a second layer when a heavi-

er fillet is needed. Use any of the
weaving patterns shown in Section
13-9. Remove slag before making
another weld pass.

S-0060 / S-0058-A / S-0061

OM-4415 Page 47

13-13. Weld Test

3

2 To 3 in

(51-76 mm)

2 To 3 in

(51-76 mm)

1/4 in

(6.4 mm)

2
1

2

13-14. Troubleshooting − Porosity

Porosity − small cavities or holes resulting from gas
pockets in weld metal.

Possible Causes Corrective Actions

Arc length too long. Reduce arc length.

1 Vise
2 Weld Joint
3 Hammer

3

1

Strike weld joint in direction shown.
A good weld bends over but does
not break.

S-0057-B

Damp electrode. Use dry electrode.

Workpiece dirty. Remove all grease, oil, moisture, rust, paint, coatings, slag, and dirt from work surface before

welding.

13-15. Troubleshooting − Excessive Spatter

Excessive Spatter − scattering of molten metal particles
that cool to solid form near weld bead.

Possible Causes Corrective Actions

Amperage too high for electrode. Decrease amperage or select larger electrode.

Arc length too long or voltage too high. Reduce arc length or voltage.

OM-4415 Page 48

13-16. Troubleshooting − Incomplete Fusion

Incomplete Fusion − failure of weld metal to fuse completely with
base metal or a preceeding weld bead.

Possible Causes Corrective Actions

Insufficient heat input. Increase amperage. Select larger electrode and increase amperage.

Improper welding technique. Place stringer bead in proper location(s) at joint during welding.

Adjust work angle or widen groove to access bottom during welding.

Momentarily hold arc on groove side walls when using weaving technique.

Keep arc on leading edge of weld puddle.

Workpiece dirty. Remove all grease, oil, moisture, rust, paint, coatings, slag, and dirt from work surface before

welding.

13-17. Troubleshooting − Lack Of Penetration

Lack Of Penetration − shallow fusion between weld metal and
base metal.

Lack of Penetration Good Penetration

Possible Causes Corrective Actions

Improper joint preparation. Material too thick. Joint preparation and design must provide access to bottom of groove.

Improper weld technique. Keep arc on leading edge of weld puddle.

Insufficient heat input. Increase amperage. Select larger electrode and increase amperage.

Reduce travel speed.

13-18. Troubleshooting − Excessive Penetration

Excessive Penetration − weld metal melting through base metal and
hanging underneath weld.

Excessive Penetration

Possible Causes Corrective Actions

Excessive heat input. Select lower amperage. Use smaller electrode.

Good Penetration

Increase and/or maintain steady travel speed.

OM-4415 Page 49

13-19. Troubleshooting − Burn-Through

Burn-Through − weld metal melting completely through base metal resulting
in holes where no metal remains.

Possible Causes Corrective Actions

Excessive heat input. Select lower amperage. Use smaller electrode.

Increase and/or maintain steady travel speed.

13-20. Troubleshooting − Waviness Of Bead

Waviness Of Bead − weld metal that is not parallel and does not cover
joint formed by base metal.

Possible Causes Corrective Actions

Unsteady hand. Use two hands. Practice technique.

13-21. Troubleshooting − Distortion

Distortion − contraction of weld met­al during welding that forces base
metal to move.

Base metal moves

in the direction of

the weld bead.

Possible Causes Corrective Actions

Excessive heat input. Use restraint (clamp) to hold base metal in position.

Make tack welds along joint before starting welding operation.

Select lower amperage for electrode.

Increase travel speed.

Weld in small segments and allow cooling between welds.

OM-4415 Page 50

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its original retail purchaser that new Miller equipment sold after
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