Miller Electric 4500, Blu-Fab 3500 User Manual

OM-221 677C 2006−07

Effective with serial number 222 842

Processes

MIG (GMAW) Welding
Flux Cored (FCAW)

Description

Arc Welding Power Source

Blu-Fab 3500

and 4500 Series

OWNER’S MANUAL

From Miller to You

Thank you and congratulations on choosing Miller. Now you can get the
job done and get it done right. We know you don’t have time to do it any
other way.

That’s why when Niels Miller first started building arc welders in 1929,
he made sure his products offered long-lasting value and superior quality.
Like you, his customers couldn’t afford anything less. Miller products had
to be more than the best they could be. They had to be the best you could
buy.

Today, the people that build and sell Miller products continue the
tradition. They’re just as committed to providing equipment and service
that meets the high standards of quality and value established in 1929.

This Owner’s Manual is designed to help you get the most out of your
Miller products. Please take time to read the Safety precautions. They will
help you protect yourself against potential hazards on the worksite. We’ve
made installation and operation quick and easy. With Miller you can
count on years of reliable service with proper maintenance. And if for
some reason the unit needs repair, there’s a Troubleshooting section that
will help you figure out what the problem is. The parts list will then help
you to decide which exact part you may need to fix the problem.
Warranty and service information for your particular model are also
provided.

Working as hard as you do

− every power source from
Miller is backed by the most
hassle-free warranty in the
business.

Miller Electric manufactures a full line of
welders and welding related equipment. For
information on other quality Miller products, contact your local Miller
distributor to receive the latest full line catalog or individual catalog sheets.

TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

1-3. Additional Symbols for Installation, Operation, and Maintenance 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-4. EMF Information 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 2 − DEFINITIONS 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 3 − INTRODUCTION 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-1. Included with Your Unit 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-2. Specifications 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-3. Duty Cycle Chart 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-4. Volt-Ampere Curves 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 4 − INSTALLATION 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-1. Selecting a Location 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-2. Typical MIG Connections 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-3. Electrical Service Guide 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-4. Connecting Input Power 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-5. Remote 14 Receptacle RC1 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-6. Connecting Welding Gun And Weld Cable 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-7. Installing Wire Guide And Drive Roll 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 5 − OPERATION 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-1. Controls 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-2. Panel Controls 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-3. Run-In Control and Burnback Control 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 6 − MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-1. Routine Maintenance 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-2. Troubleshooting 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 7 - ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 8 - PARTS LIST 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

WARRANTY

Declaration of Conformity for

European Community (CE) Products

NOTE

Manufacturer: European Contact:

ITW Welding Products Italy S.r.l. Mr. Danilo Fedolfi,
Via Privata Iseo 6/E Managing Director
20098 San Giuliano ITW Welding Products Italy S.r.l.
Milanese, Italy Via Privata Iseo 6/E
Phone: [phone] San Giuliano

European Contact Signature:

Declares that this product: Blu-Fab 3500/4500

conforms to the following Directives and Standards:

This information is provided for units with CE certification (see rating label on unit).

Milanese, Italy
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]

Directives

Electromagnetic Compatibility Directives: 89/336/EEC

Low Voltage: 73/23/EEC

Machinery Directives: 98/37/EEC

And their amendments 91/368/EEC, 92/31/EEC, 93/44/EEC, 93/68/EEC

Standards

Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Product standard for arc welding equipment: EN50199: August 1995

Safety Requirements for Arc Welding Equipment Part 1: EN 60974-1: 1989

The product technical file is maintained by the responsible Business Unit(s) located at the manufacturing facility.

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SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING

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

1-1. Symbol Usage

Means Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards
with this procedure! The possible hazards are shown in
the adjoining symbols.

Y Marks a special safety message.

. Means “Note”; not safety related.

1-2. Arc Welding Hazards

Y The symbols shown below are used throughout this manual to

call attention to and identify possible hazards. When you see
the symbol, watch out, and follow the related instructions to
avoid the hazard. The safety information given below is only
a summary of the more complete safety information found in
the Safety Standards listed in Section 1-4. Read and follow all
Safety Standards.

Y Only qualified persons should install, operate, maintain, and

repair this unit.

Y During operation, keep everybody, especially children, away.

ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.

Touching live electrical parts can cause fatal shocks
or severe burns. The electrode and work circuit is
electrically live whenever the output is on. The input

live when power is on. In semiautomatic or automatic wire welding, the
wire, wire reel, drive roll housing, and all metal parts touching the
welding wire are electrically live. Incorrectly installed or improperly
grounded equipment is a hazard.

D Do not touch live electrical parts.
D Wear dry, hole-free insulating gloves and body protection.
D Insulate yourself from work and ground using dry insulating mats

or covers big enough to prevent any physical contact with the work
or ground.

D Do not use AC output in damp areas, if movement is confined, or if

there is a danger of falling.

D Use AC output ONLY if required for the welding process.
D If AC output is required, use remote output control if present on

unit.

D 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!

D Disconnect input power or stop engine before installing or

servicing this equipment. Lockout/tagout input power according to
OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 (see Safety Standards).

D Properly install and ground this equipment according to its

Owner’s Manual and national, state, and local codes.

D Always verify the supply ground − check and be sure that input

power cord ground wire is properly connected to ground terminal in
disconnect box or that cord plug is connected to a properly
grounded receptacle outlet.

D When making input connections, attach proper grounding conduc-

tor first − double-check connections.

D Frequently inspect input power cord for damage or bare wiring −

replace cord immediately if damaged − bare wiring can kill.

power circuit and machine internal circuits are also

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

D Turn off all equipment when not in use.
D Do not use worn, damaged, undersized, or poorly spliced cables.
D Do not drape cables over your body.
D If earth grounding of the workpiece is required, ground it directly

with a separate cable.

D Do not touch electrode if you are in contact with the work, ground,

or another electrode from a different machine.

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

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

D Use only well-maintained equipment. Repair or replace damaged

parts at once. Maintain unit according to manual.

D Wear a safety harness if working above floor level.
D Keep all panels and covers securely in place.
D Clamp work cable with good metal-to-metal contact to workpiece

or worktable as near the weld as practical.

D Insulate work clamp when not connected to workpiece to prevent

contact with any metal object.

D Do not connect more than one electrode or work cable to any

single weld output terminal.

SIGNIFICANT DC VOLTAGE exists in inverter-type
welding power sources after removal of input
power.

D Turn Off inverter, disconnect input power, and discharge input

capacitors according to instructions in Maintenance Section
before touching any parts.

FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous.

Welding produces fumes and gases. Breathing
these fumes and gases can be hazardous to your
health.

D Keep your head out of the fumes. Do not breathe the fumes.
D If inside, ventilate the area and/or use local forced ventilation at the

arc to remove welding fumes and gases.

D If ventilation is poor, wear an approved air-supplied respirator.
D Read and understand the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs)

and the manufacturer’s instructions for metals, consumables,
coatings, cleaners, and degreasers.

D Work in a confined space only if it is well ventilated, or while

wearing an air-supplied respirator. Always have a trained watch­person nearby. Welding fumes and gases can displace air and
lower the oxygen level causing injury or death. Be sure the breath­ing air is safe.

D Do not weld in locations near degreasing, cleaning, or spraying op-

erations. The heat and rays of the arc can react with vapors to form
highly toxic and irritating gases.

D Do not weld on coated metals, such as galvanized, lead, or

cadmium plated steel, unless the coating is removed from the weld
area, the area is well ventilated, and while wearing an air-supplied
respirator. The coatings and any metals containing these elements
can give off toxic fumes if welded.

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ARC RAYS can burn eyes and skin.

BUILDUP OF GAS can injure or kill.

Arc rays from the welding process produce intense
visible and invisible (ultraviolet and infrared) rays
that can burn eyes and skin. Sparks fly off from the
weld.

D Wear an approved welding helmet fitted with a proper shade of fil-

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

D Wear approved safety glasses with side shields under your

helmet.

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

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

D 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

burns. Accidental contact of electrode to metal objects can cause
sparks, explosion, overheating, or fire. Check and be sure the area is
safe before doing any welding.

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

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

D Do not weld where flying sparks can strike flammable material.
D Protect yourself and others from flying sparks and hot metal.
D Be alert that welding sparks and hot materials from welding can

easily go through small cracks and openings to adjacent areas.

D Watch for fire, and keep a fire extinguisher nearby.
D Be aware that welding on a ceiling, floor, bulkhead, or partition can

cause fire on the hidden side.

D Do not weld on closed containers such as tanks, drums, or pipes,

unless they are properly prepared according to AWS F4.1 (see
Safety Standards).

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

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

D Do not use welder to thaw frozen pipes.
D Remove stick electrode from holder or cut off welding wire at

contact tip when not in use.

D Wear oil-free protective garments such as leather gloves, heavy

shirt, cuffless trousers, high shoes, and a cap.

D Remove any combustibles, such as a butane lighter or matches,

from your person before doing any welding.

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

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

workpiece, and hot equipment can cause fires and

FLYING METAL can injure eyes.

D Welding, chipping, wire brushing, and grinding

cause sparks and flying metal. As welds cool,
they can throw off slag.

D Wear approved safety glasses with side

shields even under your welding helmet.

D Shut off shielding gas supply when not in use.
D Always ventilate confined spaces or use

approved air-supplied respirator.

HOT PARTS can cause severe burns.

D Do not touch hot parts bare handed.
D Allow cooling period before working on gun or

torch.

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

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

MAGNETIC FIELDS can affect pacemakers.

D Pacemaker wearers keep away.
D Wearers should consult their doctor before

going near arc welding, gouging, or spot
welding operations.

NOISE can damage hearing.

Noise from some processes or equipment can
damage hearing.

D Wear approved ear protection if noise level is

high.

CYLINDERS can explode if damaged.

Shielding gas cylinders contain gas under high
pressure. If damaged, a cylinder can explode. Since
gas cylinders are normally part of the welding
process, be sure to treat them carefully.

D Protect compressed gas cylinders from excessive heat, mechani-

cal shocks, physical damage, slag, open flames, sparks, and arcs.

D Install cylinders in an upright position by securing to a stationary

support or cylinder rack to prevent falling or tipping.

D Keep cylinders away from any welding or other electrical circuits.
D Never drape a welding torch over a gas cylinder.
D Never allow a welding electrode to touch any cylinder.
D Never weld on a pressurized cylinder − explosion will result.
D Use only correct shielding gas cylinders, regulators, hoses, and fit-

tings designed for the specific application; maintain them and
associated parts in good condition.

D Turn face away from valve outlet when opening cylinder valve.
D Keep protective cap in place over valve except when cylinder is in

use or connected for use.

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

ber of persons to lift and move cylinders.

D 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. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance

FIRE OR EXPLOSION hazard.

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

combustible surfaces.

D Do not install unit near flammables.

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

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

FALLING UNIT can cause injury.

D Use lifting eye to lift unit only, NOT running

gear, gas cylinders, or any other accessories.

D Use equipment of adequate capacity to lift and

support unit.

D If using lift forks to move unit, be sure forks are

long enough to extend beyond opposite side of
unit.

OVERUSE can cause OVERHEATING

D Allow cooling period; follow rated duty cycle.
D Reduce current or reduce duty cycle before

starting to weld again.

D Do not block or filter airflow to unit.

STATIC (ESD) can damage PC boards.

READ INSTRUCTIONS.

D Read Owner’s Manual before using or servic-

ing unit.

D Use only genuine Miller/Hobart replacement

parts.

H.F. RADIATION can cause interference.

D High-frequency (H.F.) can interfere with radio

navigation, safety services, computers, and
communications equipment.

D Have only qualified persons familiar with

electronic equipment perform this installation.

D The user is responsible for having a qualified electrician prompt-

ly correct any interference problem resulting from the installa­tion.

D If notified by the FCC about interference, stop using the

equipment at once.

D Have the installation regularly checked and maintained.
D Keep high-frequency source doors and panels tightly shut, keep

spark gaps at correct setting, and use grounding and shielding to
minimize the possibility of interference.

D Put on grounded wrist strap BEFORE handling

boards or parts.

D Use proper static-proof bags and boxes to

store, move, or ship PC boards.

MOVING PARTS can cause injury.

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

rolls.

WELDING WIRE can cause injury.

D Do not press gun trigger until instructed to do

so.

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

other people, or any metal when threading
welding wire.

MOVING PARTS can cause injury.

D Keep away from moving parts such as fans.
D Keep all doors, panels, covers, and guards

closed and securely in place.

D Have only qualified persons remove doors,

panels, covers, or guards for maintenance as
necessary.

D Reinstall doors, panels, covers, or guards

when maintenance is finished and before re­connecting input power.

ARC WELDING can cause interference.

D Electromagnetic energy can interfere with

sensitive electronic equipment such as
computers and computer-driven equipment
such as robots.

D Be sure all equipment in the welding area is

electromagnetically compatible.

D To reduce possible interference, keep weld cables as short as

possible, close together, and down low, such as on the floor.

D Locate welding operation 100 meters from any sensitive elec-

tronic equipment.

D Be sure this welding machine is installed and grounded

according to this manual.

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

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

For Gasoline Engines:
Y Engine exhaust contains chemicals known to the State of

California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive
harm.

For Diesel Engines:
Y Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are known

to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects, and
other reproductive harm.

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1-4. 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, 1 Battery March Park, Quincy, MA
02269−9101 (phone: 617−770−3000, website: www.nfpa.org).

Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Cylinders, CGA Pamphlet P-1,
from Compressed Gas Association, 1735 Jefferson Davis Highway,
Suite 1004, Arlington, VA 22202−4102 (phone: 703−412−0900, web­site: www.cganet.com).

Code for Safety in Welding and Cutting, CSA Standard W117.2, from
Canadian Standards Association, Standards Sales, 178 Rexdale

1-5. 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:

Boulevard, Rexdale, Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3 (phone:
800−463−6727 or in Toronto 416−747−4044, website: www.csa−in-
ternational.org).

Practice For Occupational And Educational Eye And Face Protection,

ANSI Standard Z87.1, from American National Standards Institute, 11
West 42nd Street, New York, NY 10036−8002 (phone: 212−642−4900,
website: www.ansi.org).

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

P.O. Box 9101, 1 Battery March Park, Quincy, MA 02269−9101 (phone:
617−770−3000, website: www.nfpa.org).

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 (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.

2. Arrange cables to one side and away from the operator.

3. Do not coil or drape cables around your body.

4. Keep welding power source and cables as far away from opera­tor as practical.

5. Connect work clamp to workpiece as close to the weld as possi­ble.

About Pacemakers:

Pacemaker wearers consult your doctor before welding or going near
welding operations. If cleared by your doctor, then following the above
procedures is recommended.

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SECTION 2 − DEFINITIONS

Warning! Watch Out! There are possible
hazards as shown by the symbols.

1 Electric shock can kill.

1.1 Wear dry insulating gloves. Do not
touch electrode with bare hand. Do
not wear wet or damaged gloves.

1.2 Protect yourself from electric shock
by insulating yourself from work and
ground.

1.3 Disconnect input plug or power
before working on machine.

2 Breathing welding fumes can be

hazardous to your health.

2.1 Keep your head out of the fumes.

2.2 Use forced ventilation or local
exhaust to remove the fumes.

2.3 Use ventilating fan to remove fumes.

3 Welding sparks can cause explosion

or fire.

3.1 Keep flammables away from welding.
Do not weld near flammables.

3.2 Welding sparks can cause fires.
Have a fire extinguisher nearby, and
have a watchperson ready to use it.

3.3 Do not weld on drums or any closed
containers.

4 Arc rays can burn eyes and injure

skin.

4.1 Wear hat and safety glasses. Use
ear protection and button shirt collar.
Use welding helmet with correct
shade of filter. Wear complete body
protection.

5 Become trained and read the

instructions before working on the
machine or welding.

6 Do not remove or paint over (cover)

the label.

Do not discard this product with
general waste.

Reuse or recycle Waste Electrical
and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)
by disposing at a designated collec­tion facility.

Contact your local recycling office
or your local distributor for further
information.

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Warning! Watch Out! There are
possible hazards as shown by the
symbols.

Electric shock from wiring can kill.

Disconnect input plug or power
before working on machine.

Read the Owner’s Manual before
working on this machine.

1 Consult rating label for input

power requirements, and
check power available at the
job site − they must match.

2 Read Owner’s Manual and

inside labels for connection
points and procedures.

3 Move jumper links as shown

on inside label to match
voltage at job site.

4 Having a loop of extra length,

connect grounding conductor
first.

5 Connect line input conductors

as shown on inside label −
double-check all connections,
jumper link positions, and
input voltage before applying
power.

1

1 Warning! Watch Out! There

are possible hazards as
shown by the symbols.

2 Moving parts, such as fans,

can cut fingers and hands and
cause injury. Keep away from
moving parts.

2

S-176 106

1

1 Warning! Watch Out! There

are possible hazards as

1

shown by the symbols.

2 Falling unit can cause injury.

Do not move or operate unit
where it could tip.

3 Cylinders can expolde if

damaged. Protect
compressed gas cylinders
from excessive heat,
mechanical shock, slag, open
flames, sparks, and arcs.

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SECTION 3 − INTRODUCTION

3-1. Included with Your Unit

1

1 Power Source
2 Power Cord (4m)
3 Work Cable and Clamp (4m)
4 Running Gear

3-2. Specifications

Rated Output

at 45% Duty

Cycle

Blu-Fab 3500 350 A 32 V 16-32 38 400−18A 11.8 KVA Length: 1040mm

Blu-Fab 4500 450 A 37 V 14-37 47 400-27A 17.7 KVA Length: 1040mm

Welding

Range

Max. OVC Input Rating KVA Dimensions Net Weight

2

4

Height: 760mm

Width: 435mm

Height: 760mm

Width: 435mm

3

146 kg

156 kg

3-3. Duty Cycle Chart

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

Y Exceeding duty cycle can

damage unit and void
warranty.

3-4. Volt-Ampere Curves

Blu-Fab 3500 Blu-Fab 4500

800
700
600
500

400

300

WELDING AMPERES

200

20 25 30 40 50 60 70809010035

% DUTY CYCLE

Blu-Fab 3500: 45% Duty Cycle at 32V, 350A
Blu-Fab 4500: 45% Duty Cycle at 37V, 450A

450

350

4.5 Minutes
Welding

5.5 Minutes
Resting

OM-221 677 Page 7

SECTION 4 − INSTALLATION

4-1. Selecting a Location

Position unit so air can circulate.

4-2. Typical MIG Connections

1 Power source
2 Work clamp (connect to receptacle as shown)
3 Cylinder (chain to running gear)
4 Cylinder valve
Open valve slightly so gas flow blows dirt from valve.

Close valve.
5 Regulator/Flow gauge
Install so face is vertical.
6 Flow adjust
7 Gas supply line
8 Wire feeder
9 MIG torch

500 mm

7

500 mm

500 mm

5

6

3

4

9

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1

2

4-3. Electrical Service Guide

24 VOLTS AC

OUTPUT

I

115 volts AC, protected by fuse

Blu-Fab 3500 Blu-Fab 4500

Input Voltage 400 400

Input amperes at rated output 21A 30A
Fuse or circuit breaker rating (max. rec) 21A 30A
Input conductor size 6 mm
Grounding conductor size** 6 mm
** Larger power cord may be required for cable length greater than 3 meters. Consult national or local regulations.

2

2

6 mm

6 mm

4-4. Connecting Input Power

GND/PE

Y Have only qualified persons

make this installation.

Y Special installation may be

required where gasoline or
volatile liquids are present −
consult national or local reg­ulations.

2

2

4-5. Remote 14 Receptacle RC1

Socket Information

OUTPUT

(CONTACTOR)

115 VOLTS AC

GND

OUTPUT

GND/PE

Connect first.

A 24 volts ac.
B Contact closure to A completes 24 volts ac contactor control circuit.

I 115 volts AC, protected by fuse.

K
G

Chassis common.
Circuit common for 24 and 115 volts ac circuits.

.

L1

L3

L2

Tools Needed:

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4-6. Connecting Welding Gun And Weld Cable

1

2

5

7

3

Euro Torch

US Torch

4

1 Gun Securing Knob
2 Gun Block
3 Gun Outlet Wire Guide
Loosen knob, insert gun into block.

Position outlet wire guide as close
as possible to drive rolls without
touching. Tighten knob.

4 Gun Trigger Plug
5 Gun Trigger Receptacle
6 Weld Cable Terminal

7 Weld Cable From Welding

Power Source

6

4-7. Installing Wire Guide And Drive Roll

Tools Needed:

3/8 in

1−2

3

Correct Alignment

Incorrect Alignment

1 Inlet Wire Guide
2 Intermediate Wire Guide
Install and secure inlet wire guide,

and intermediate wire guide.
3 Drive Roll
Install drive rolls and turn drive roll

nut one click.
During maintenance intervals,

remove drive rolls, and clean
grooves using a wire brush. Check
general condition of drive rolls.

Aligning Wire Guide And Drive
Rolls:

View is from top of drive rolls
looking down with pressure assem­bly open.

Turn screw in or out until drive roll
groove lines up with wire guide.

Close pressure roll assembly.
Repeat for remaining drive rolls un-

til all drive rolls line up with wire
guides as shown.

802 310-A

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5-1. Controls

SECTION 5 − OPERATION

1 Power Switch
The power switch is a selector knob

which permits selection of operation
on either of the two available ranges
(I and II) and the center position is off.

2 Indicator Lamp
This lights up when the power switch

is placed in the ON position.
3 Protection Fuse
Fuse F protects the control circuit.

Should it become necesary to re­place any fuse in the welding power
source, be sure to substitute with one
of the same size and rating.

4 Use this control to adjust weld

voltage 10 position switch. 20
weld setting, 10 high range (I),
10 low range (II).

5 High Temperature Shutdown

Light

This lights up when unit overheats
and shuts down.

6 Voltage/Amperage Meter.
Use toggle switch to select voltage or

amperage.
7 Low Inductance Negative

Output Terminal

Connect work lead here for most
“short-arc” applications.

8 High Inductance Negative

Terminal

Connect work lead here for stainless
steel and spray arc conditions.

9 115 AC Receptacle (optional)
Located on the rear panel is a recep-

tacle which provides power to the gas
heater, when welding with CO
shielding gas and for the cooling sys­tem.

10 Wire Feeder Power Cable

Receptacle

Located on the rear panel is a recep­tacle used to supply operating power
to the wire feed unit.

11 Positive Out Terminal

4

7 8

51 32

6

Front Panel

11109

2

115 VAC

Back Panel

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5-2. Panel Controls

1 2 3 4 5

1 Voltage Control
2 Purge Control
3 Jog
42T−4T Switch
5 Power ON-OFF
6 Torch Connection
7 Circuit Breaker

7

8

9

8 Gas In Connector
9 Control Cable Connection
10 Weld Cable Connection

6

10

5-3. Run-In Control and Burnback Control

4

2

6

10

Run-In Control

Use control to set wire feed speed
before arc initiation

After arc initiation, wire feed speed
is controlled by the wire feed speed

8

control on the front control panel.

Burnback Control

Control adjusts the time welding
wire is energized after wire feed
stops.

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4

2

6

8

10

t

SECTION 6 − MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING

6-1. Routine Maintenance

Y Disconnect power before maintaining.

. Maintain more often during severe conditions.

3 Months

Replace unreadable labels. Clean and tighten weld terminals.

Repair or replace cracked weld
cable.

Replace o-ring in Electrode/Gas
Output receptacle if cracked.

6 Months

Blow out or vacuum inside.

6-2. Troubleshooting

Trouble Remedy

No weld output; fan does not run.

Place line disconnect switch in On position (see Section 4-4).

Repair or replace cracked gas
hose.

OR

No weld output; fan on.

Fan not operating; weld output
available.

Check and replace line fuse(s), if necessary, or reset circuit breaker (see Section 4-4).

Check for proper input power connections (see Section 4-4).

Check and replace if necessary.

Tighten wire feeder connection to Remote 14 receptacle.

Unit overheated. Allow unit to cool (see Section 3-3).

Check for and remove anything blocking fan movement.

Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check fan motor.

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Notes

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SECTION 7 - ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM

12

12

26

24 Vac

24

4

6

3

5

DIGITAL A-V

RC1

+

31

Z

28 30

Vc

SR1

29

25

SHUNT

B

MT

B

PRI.

XXX

XXX

S2R1 T3

XXX

X

X

XXX

12345678 9101112

X
123456789

B

XXX

XXX

B

XXX

X

XX

XXX

10

POSIZIONI

SEC.

B

B

212121

1234 567 8 9101112

S2

S3

RL 1

TL 3

SL 2

RL 1

W

RRR

TL 3

SL 2

7198

6

2

W

1

3

AT

115V24V

20

OPTIONAL

PL

OL

RC2

CR

CR

R

23

14

13

CR

RC1

w

BG AKI

22 20 21 115

400V

4

S3

W

11

F

5

230V

10

9

RC3

FM

GND

IN RECT.TP

C1 C2 C3

RST

956142300_9−10−04

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8-1. Main Assembly

1

2

SECTION 8 - PARTS LIST

36

10

26

27

35

43

46

25

24

23

22

47

*

*

18

21

3

4

5

6

4

7

9

10

41

*

31

30

28

29

19

42

11

33

40

32

20

34

44

45

39

14

12

OM-221 677 Page 16

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15

37

16

17

48

38

9/13/04

Item

No.

Dia.

Mkgs.

Part

No.

Description

BF3500 BF4500

8-1. Main Assembly

1 116121119 Wrapper, Top cover 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2 156002044 Handle Assy 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3 056072075 Power On Indicator light assy 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4 056072076 Knob Pointer 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5 000046432 Fuse Holder Assy 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6 056092039 Fuse, Aux Circuits 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7 056072076 Over Temp Indicator light assy 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9 116118150 Front Panel 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10 056076152 Dinze Output socket 3 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10 056076169 Dinze Output socket 3 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

11 056067169 *Switch Volt/Ammeter (opt) 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

12 116005081 Mounting Bracket, Rectifier Assy 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13 056159008 Thermal Cutout switch PCT 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

14 056050058 Rectifier, Main welding 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

14 056050017 Rectifier, Main welding 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

15 056059257 Shunt 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

15 056059262 Shunt 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

16 028021447 Main Transformer 400V 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

16 028021448 Main Transformer 400V 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

17 027015542 Coil, Primary/Secondary 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

17 027015541 Coil, Primary/Secondary 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

18 156031040 Mounting Bracket, Contactor 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

19 028038040 Stabilizer Assy 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

19 028038041 Stabilizer Assy 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

20 156006030 Base 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

21 057079032 Contactor 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

21 057079033 Contactor 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

22 057014030 Primary Cord 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

057024004 Capcitor C1,C2 & C3 Filter 3 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

056059189 Resistor R1,R2 & R3 Filter 3 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

23 356078032 Fan Blade 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

24 116118151 Rear Panel 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

25 000173283 Fan Cowling 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

26 056076170 Receptacle, 14 Pin Female 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

27 116122277 Wrapper, Left side 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

27 116122278 Wrapper, Right side 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

28 000124274 Bracket, Mounting, Fan Motor 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

29 056126072 Fan Motor 230VAC 50/60Hz 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

30 056067196 Switch, 10 position 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

30 056067205 Switch, 10 position 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

31 056067203 Switch, 3 Position 1

31 067067204 Switch, 3 Position 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

32 157095014 PCB, Digital Volt/Ammeter 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

33 058021042 Transformer, Auxiliary 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

34 056091041 Clamp, Cable strain relief 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

35 116122280 *Front base plate cover 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

36 000006393 Relay 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

37 Bracket, XFM mounting 4 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

38 156085088 “A” Frame upright bracket 2 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

39 157029012 “A” Frame cross member 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

40 316029695 Name plate, Lexan 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

40 316029697 Name plate, Lexan 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

41 056054065 *Castor, Front, swivel 2 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

42 116085123 *Bracket, mounting, front castor 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

43 056054064 *Wheel, Rear 2 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

44 057029005 *Axle assy, Rear 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

45 156009067 *Washer, Plain 2 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

46 156087017 *Pin, Split type 2 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

47 117029005 *Bottle Rack Assy, rear 1 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

48 156085087 “A” Frame Upright 2 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

* Optional, certain markets

OM-221 677 Page 17

. Hardware is common and

not available unless listed

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April 19, 2006

Figure 8-2. Wire Feed Assembly

Item

No.

Dia.

Mkgs.

Part
No.

Description

Figure 8-2. Wire Feed Assembly

1 000058427 Ring 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2 156032128 Spring 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3 156018033 Nut 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4 156009079 Washer 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5 156032064 Spring 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6 156009075 Washer, flat 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7 000186435 Hub 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8 000186436 Washer, plastic 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9 156005108 Support spool 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

11 056076216 Dinze Socket 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

12 056076192 Receptacle, 14 pin male 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13 056061042 Gas Solenoid Valve 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

14 000083432 CB1 Circuit Breaker 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

15 116118168 Rear Panel, steel 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

16 117060014 Plate, centre 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

17 000151187 Latch 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

18 116122319 Side Panel, steel 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

19 156034004 Hinge, Polycarbonate 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

20 000208015 Handle 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

21 156121022 Cover, steel 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

22 000204326 Compartment, accessories 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

23 057084110 Circuit Card, control board 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

24 056093022 Switch, gas purge 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

25 056093022 Switch, wire jog 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

26 056067169 Switch, 2T 4T trigger latch 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

27 056067194 Switch, power on/off 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

28 316029696 Nameplate, upper polycarbonate 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

29 000207076 Knob, pointer 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

30 *756005024 Flange, euro adapter 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

31 316029694 Nameplate, lower polycarbonate 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

32 116118167 Front Panel, steel 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

33 056059182 Potentiometer, wire speed control 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

34 156005097 Motor Support, steel 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

35 056059277 Potentiometer, 10.Kohm 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

36 +178−937A Label, electric shock and pinch 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

37 [phone] Base, steel 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

38 *057052032 Euro torch adapter 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

39 Fig 8-3 Wire Drive Assembly 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

40 Optional US torch plug connection 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

41 +S178−936 Label, general precautionary 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

42 656110012 Foot, rubber 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

43 027112275 Weld cable, w/lugs 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

44 Grommet, blanking plug 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

45 057028075 PCB Run-In Control and Harness. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

46 956142486 Label, Run-In and Burnback. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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1 057010052 Drive Motor, 24 VDC, 60w 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2 187 325 Insulator, drive assembly 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3 Bolt, Power stud 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4 602 213 Washer, locking 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5 656005029 Insulator, drive assembly 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6 206219 Housing, adapter gun/feeder 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7 124778 Knob, T Bar 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8 604 673 Screw, hex c/sunk. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9 173 618 Drive Gear, central 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10 602 239 Washer, central drive gear/shaft 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

11 174 609 Screw, central drive gear/shaft 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

12 602 009 Screw, soc head hex 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13 601 872 Nut, power stud 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

14 602 213 Washer, plain, power stud 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

15 010 224 Pin, tension arm 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

16 166971 Lever, mtg pressure gear 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

17 089562 Fastener, pinned 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

18 196896 Cup, tension arm 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

19 196897 Spring, tension 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

20 196895 Knob, adjustment tension 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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Notes

Notes

Effective January 1, 2006

This limited warranty supersedes all previous Miller warranties and is exclusive with no other

guarantees or warranties expressed or implied.

LIMITED WARRANTY − Subject to the terms and conditions
below, ITW Welding Products Italy S.r.l., warrants to its
original retail purchaser that new Miller equipment sold after
the effective date of this limited warranty is free of defects in
material and workmanship at the time it is shipped by Miller.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.

Within the warranty periods listed below, Miller will repair or
replace any warranted parts or components that fail due to
such defects in material or workmanship. Miller must be
notified in writing within thirty (30) days of such defect or
failure, at which time Miller will provide instructions on the
warranty claim procedures to be followed.

Miller shall honor warranty claims on warranted equipment
listed below in the event of such a failure within the warranty
time periods. All warranty time periods start on the date that
the equipment was delivered to the original retail purchaser,
or one year after the equipment is sent to a European
distributor or eighteen months after the equipment is sent to
an International distributor.

1. 5 Years Parts − 3 Years Labor
* Original main power rectifiers
* Inverters (input and output rectifiers only)

2. 3 Years — Parts and Labor
* Transformer/Rectifier Power Sources
* Plasma Arc Cutting Power Sources
* Semi-Automatic and Automatic Wire Feeders
* Inverter Power Sources (unless otherwise stated)
* Water Coolant Systems (integrated)
* Intellitig
* Maxstar 150
* Engine Driven Welding Generators

(NOTE: Engines are warranted separately by the
engine manufacturer.)

3. 2 year − Parts and Labor (Panther only)
* Hydramate 1&2 Water Cooling Unit

4. 1 year − Parts and Labor unless specified
* DC 253 & 403 Rectifier (April 06>)
* Migmatic 171 (April 06>)
* Motor Driven Guns (w/exception of Spoolguns)
* Process Controllers
* Positioners and Controllers
* Automatic Motion Devices
* RFCS Foot Controls
* IHPS Power Sources and Coolers
* Water Coolant Systems (non−integrated)
* Flowgauge and Flowmeter Regulators (No Labor)
* HF Units
* Grids
* Spot Welders
* Load Banks
* Arc Stud power sources and Arc Stud guns
* Running Gear/Trailers
* Plasma Cutting Torches (except APT & SAF

Models)

* Field Options

(NOTE: Field options are covered under True Blue®
for the remaining warranty period of the product they
are installed in, or for a minimum of one year —
whichever is greater.)

5 6 Months — Batteries

6. 90 Days — Parts
* MIG Guns/TIG Torches
* Induction heating coils and blankets

* APT Model Plasma Cutting Torches
* Remote Controls
* Accessory Kits
* Replacement Parts (No labor)
* Spoolmate Spoolguns
* Canvas covers

Miller’s True Blue® Limited Warranty shall not apply to:

1. Consumable components; such as contact tips,
cutting nozzles, contactors, brushes, slip rings,
relays or parts that fail due to normal wear.

2. Items furnished by Miller, but manufactured by others,
such as engines or trade accessories. These items are
covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, if any.

3. Equipment that has been modified by any party other
than Miller, or equipment that has been improperly
installed, improperly operated or misused based upon
industry standards, or equipment which has not had
reasonable and necessary maintenance, or equipment
which has been used for operation outside of the
specifications for the equipment.

MILLER PRODUCTS ARE INTENDED FOR PURCHASE
AND USE BY COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL USERS AND
PERSONS TRAINED AND EXPERIENCED IN THE USE
AND MAINTENANCE OF WELDING EQUIPMENT.

In the event of a warranty claim covered by this warranty, the
exclusive remedies shall be, at Miller’s option: (1) repair; or
(2) replacement; or, where authorized in writing by Miller in
appropriate cases, (3) the reasonable cost of repair or
replacement at an authorized Miller service station; or (4)
payment of or credit for the purchase price (less reasonable
depreciation based upon actual use) upon return of the
goods at customer’s risk and expense. Miller’s option of
repair or replacement will be F.O.B., Factory at ITW Welding
Products Group Europe, or F.O.B. at a Miller authorized
service facility as determined by Miller. Therefore no
compensation or reimbursement for transportation costs of
any kind will be allowed.

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE REMEDIES
PROVIDED HEREIN ARE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE
REMEDIES. IN NO EVENT SHALL Miller BE LIABLE FOR
DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOSS OF
PROFIT), WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT OR
ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY.

ANY EXPRESS WARRANTY NOT PROVIDED HEREIN
AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY, GUARANTY OR
REPRESENTATION AS TO PERFORMANCE, AND ANY
REMEDY FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT TORT OR ANY
OTHER LEGAL THEORY WHICH, BUT FOR THIS
PROVISION, MIGHT ARISE BY IMPLICATION,
OPERATION OF LAW, CUSTOM OF TRADE OR COURSE
OF DEALING, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL
EQUIPMENT FURNISHED BY MILLER IS EXCLUDED
AND DISCLAIMED BY MILLER.

Some states in the U.S.A. do not allow limitations of how long
an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion of incidental,
indirect, special or consequential damages, so the above
limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty
provides specific legal rights, and other rights may be
available, but may vary from state to state.

In Canada, legislation in some provinces provides for certain
additional warranties or remedies other than as stated
herein, and to the extent that they may not be waived, the
limitations and exclusions set out above may not apply. This
Limited Warranty provides specific legal rights, and other
rights may be available, but may vary from province to
province.

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Owner’s Record

Please complete and retain with your personal records.

Model Name Serial/Style Number

Purchase Date (Date which equipment was delivered to original customer.)

Distributor

Address

Country Zip/Postal Code

For Service

Contact a DISTRIBUTOR or SERVICE AGENCY near you.

Always provide Model Name and Serial/Style Number.

Contact your Distributor for:

Contact the Delivering Carrier to:

Welding Supplies and Consumables
Options and Accessories
Service and Repair
Replacement Parts
Owner’s Manuals

File a claim for loss or damage during
shipment.

For assistance in filing or settling claims, contact
your distributor and/or equipment manufacturer’s
Transportation Department.

ITW Welding Products Italy S.r.l.

Via Privata Iseo, 6/E
20098 San Giuliano
Milanese, Italy
Phone: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
email: miller@itw−welding.it

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