Thank you and congratulations on choosing Miller. Now you can get
the job done and get it done right. We know you don’t have time to do
it any other way.
That’s why when Niels Miller first started building arc welders in 1929,
he made sure his products offered long-lasting value and superior
quality. Like you, his customers couldn’t afford anything less. Miller
products had to be more than the best they could be. They had to be the
best you could buy.
Today, the people that build and sell Miller products continue the
tradition. They’re just as committed to providing equipment and service
that meets the high standards of quality and value established in 1929.
This Owner’s Manual is designed to help you get the most out of your
Miller products. Please take time to read the Safety precautions. They
will help you protect yourself against potential hazards on the worksite.
We’ve made installation and operation quick
and easy. With Miller you can count on years
of reliable service with proper maintenance.
And if for some reason the unit needs repair,
there’s a Troubleshooting section that will
help you figure out what the problem is. The
Miller is the first welding
equipment manufacturer in
the U.S.A. to be registered to
the ISO 9001:2000 Quality
System Standard.
parts list will then help you to decide the
exact part you may need to fix the problem.
Warranty and service information for your
particular model are also provided.
Working as hard as you do
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Miller Electric manufactures a full line
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For information on other quality Miller
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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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HOT METAL from air arc cutting and
READ INSTRUCTIONS.
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.
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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: 1-877-413-5184, 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: 703-788-2700, 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: 800-463-6727 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: 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 15250-7954
(phone: 1-866-512-1800) (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
souder DC semi−automatique de type CV (MIG/MAG), 2) un poste
à souder manuel (électrode enrobée) DC, 3) un poste à souder
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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.
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.
Une tension DC importante subsiste à l’intérieur
des onduleurs après avoir coupé l’alimentation.
Couper l’alimentation du poste et décharger les condensateurs
d’entrée comme indiqué dans la Section Maintenance avant de
toucher des composants.
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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 SALETES peuvent provoquer des blessures 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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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.
Suivre les recommandations dans OSHA 1910.252(a)(2)(iv) et
NFPA 51B pour les travaux à chaud et avoir de la surveillance et un
extincteur à proximité.
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.
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Placer les bouteilles debout en les fixant dans un support station-
ent 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.
Tenir les bouteilles éloignées des circuits de soudage ou autres
Ne jamais placer une torche de soudage sur une bouteille à gaz.
Une électrode de soudage ne doit jamais entrer en contact avec
Ne jamais souder une bouteille pressurisée − risque d’explosion.
Utiliser seulement des bouteilles de gaz protecteur, régulateurs,
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.
Ne pas tenir la tête en face de la sortie en ouvrant la soupape de la
Maintenir le chapeau de protection sur la soupape, sauf en cas
Utiliser les équipements corrects, les bonnes procédures et suffi-
Lire et suivre les instructions sur les bouteilles de gaz comprimé,
2-3.Dangers existant en relation avec le moteur
naire ou dans un porte-bouteilles pour les empêcher de tomber ou
de se renverser.
circuits électriques.
une bouteille.
tuyaux et raccords convenables pour cette application spécifique;
les maintenir ainsi que les éléments associés en bon état.
bouteille.
d’utilisation ou de branchement de la bouteille.
samment de personnes pour soulever et déplacer les bouteilles.
l’équipement connexe et le dépliant P-1 de la CGA (Compressed Gas
Association) mentionné dans les principales normes de sécurité.
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 bouchondu radiateur.
Dévisser le bouchon légèrement et laisser la vapeur s’échapper
avant d’enlever le bouchon.
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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.
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.
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
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.
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.
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.
Laisser l’ensemble se refroidir avant de toucher ou d’effectuer la
maintenance.
LIRE LES INSTRUCTIONS.
Lisez le manuel d’instructions avant l’utilisation
ou la maintenance de l’appareil.
Arrêter le moteur et relâcher la pression avant
d’effectuer la maintenance.
N’utiliser que les pièces de rechange recommandées par le
constructeur.
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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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.
En ce qui concerne les 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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SECTION 3 − DEFINITIONS
3-1.Warning Label Definitions
1
2
3
4
5
0 − 50 h Std.
50 h Std.
+
DIESEL
200A
S-177 571
+
0 − 200A
1 Remove unit from shipping
crate. Remove Owner’s
Manual from unit. Follow
instructions to install muffler.
2 Read Owner’s Manual. Read
labels on unit.
3 Use Diesel Fuel only, and fill
fuel tank. Leave room for
expansion.
4 Warning! Watch Out! There
are possible hazards as
shown by the symbols. Read
Owner’s Manual. Follow
instructions to activate
battery.
5 Check oil level. Add oil if
necessary.
6 During the first 50 hours of
operation, keep welding load
above 200 amperes. Do not
weld below 200 amperes of
output.
7 After the first 50 hours of
operation, change the oil and
oil filter.
Notes
API CD-MIL L 2104D,
CD/SE, CD/SF
3/96
Work like a Pro!
Pros weld and cut
safely. Read the
safety rules at
the beginning
of this manual.
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3-2.Manufacturer’s Rating Label
228 417-B / 803 562-F
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3-3.Symbols And Definitions
A
Some symbols are found only on CE products.
Stop Engine
Starting Aid
(Preheat)
Check Injectors/
Pump
PositiveNegative
Amperes
Fast (Run, Weld/
Battery (Engine)
Check Valve
V
Engine
Stick (SMAW)
Welding
Air Temperature Or
Temperature
Constant Current
Power)
Clearance
VoltsPanel/LocalRemote
Engine
(CC)
Slow (Idle)Start Engine
Engine Oil
Pressure
Fuel
Certified/Trained
Mechanic
Output
MIG (GMAW)
Welding
Engine Oil
Protective Earth
(Ground)
Welding Arc
Alternating
Current
TIG (GTAW)
3
X
n
Time
h
Three Phase
Electrode
Connection
Duty Cycle
Rated Idle
1
Speedn
Contactor OnArc Force (Dig)Lift-Arc TIG
U
0
0
Hours
Read Operator’s
Manual
Work Connection
Rated No Load
Voltage (Average)
Rated No Load
Speed
s
G
3
U
I
2
Seconds
Circuit Protector
Engine-Driven,
Three-Phase
Alternator With
Rectifier
Conventional
Load Voltage
Current
1
Hz
n
I
Single Phase
Do Not Switch
While Welding
Hertz
Rated Load
Speed
Rated Welding
2
Current
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SECTION 4 − SPECIFICATIONS
20 410 A
300 A, 32 Volts DC
6
10 kVA/kW, 84/42 A
11.5 gal
p
A
°
D
4-1.Weld, Power, And Engine Specifications
Maximum
Welding
Mode
CC/DC
CV/DC
(CC/CV
Models
Only)
4-2.Dimensions, Weights, And Operating Angles
Height
Width
Depth56 in (1422 mm)
A56 in (1422 mm)
B54 in (1372 mm)
C52 in in (1321 mm)
D2 in (51 mm)
E26 in (660 mm)
F7/8 in (22 mm)
G27-3/4 in (705 mm)
H
Weld Output
Range
20 − 410 A
(CC Models)
14 − 40 V
Dimensions
32 in (813 mm)
35-3/4 in (908 mm)
(to top of lift eye)
26-1/4 in (667 mm)
(mtg. brackets turned in)
28-3/4 in (730 mm)
(mtg. brackets turned out)
9/16 in (14 mm) Dia.
4 Holes
Weight
No fuel: 1100 lb (499 kg)
w/ fuel: 1199 lb (544 kg)
Lifting Eye Weight Rating:
1500 lb (680 Kg) Maximum
Rated Welding
Output
400 A, 23 Volts DC,
40% Duty Cycle
300 A, 32 Volts DC
60% Duty Cycle
250 A, 30 Volts DC
100% Duty cycle
400 A, 23 Volts DC,
30% Duty Cycle
300 A, 29 Volts DC
60% Duty Cycle
250 A, 26.5 Volts DC
100% Duty cycle
A
B
Open-
Circuit
Voltage
5
G
C
H
Front Panel End
E
Generator Power
Rating
Single-Phase,
10 kVA/kW, 84/42 A,
120/240 V AC,
60 Hz
!Do not exceed tilt angles or engine could
!Do not move or operate unit where it
20
20°
F
Engine
Perkins
,
be damaged or unit could tip.
could tip.
Perkins 403C-15
Water-Cooled,
Three-Cylinder,
21.7 HP Diesel Engine
°
Fuel
Capacity
11.5 gal
(43.5 L)
30°
30°
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4-3.Volt-Ampere Curves
A. Stick Mode
100
90
80
70
60
50
40
DC VOLTS
30
20
MIN
10
0
0100200300400500
B. MIG Mode
100
DC AMPERES
300
The volt-ampere curves show the
minimum and maximum voltage
and amperage output capabilities of
the welding generator. Curves of all
other settings fall between the
curves shown.
MAX
80
60
40
DC VOLTS
20
0
0100200300400500
C. TIG Mode
100
80
60
DC AMPERES
40
DC VOLTS
20
0
OM-4433 Page 16
MIN
0100200
DC AMPERES
300
MAX300
400500
217 517 / 217 516 / 217 518
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4-4.Fuel Consumption
2.00
1.75
1.50
1.25
1.00
0.75
U.S. GAL/HR.
0.50
The curve shows typical fuel use
under weld or power loads.
0.25
IDLE
0.00
050100150200250300350400
DC WELD AMPERES AT 100% DUTY CYCLE
4-5.Duty Cycle And Overheating
1000
800
217 509
1 100% Duty Cycle
1
Duty Cycle is percentage of 10 minutes that unit can weld at rated load
without overheating.
This unit is rated for welding at
250 amperes continuously.
NOTICE − Exceeding duty cycle
can damage unit and void warranty.
600
500
400
300
250
200
WELD AMPERES
150
100
10152025304050 6080100
CV
% DUTY CYCLE
CC
217 515
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4-6.AC Generator Power Curve
300
150
250
125
200
100
150
75
100
50
AC VOLTS
50
25
0
0
0 20406080
AC AMPERES IN 240 V MODE
04080120160
AC AMPERES IN 120 V MODE
The ac power curve shows the generator power in amperes available
at the 120 and 240 volt receptacles.
ing on base can cause fuel
tank fire or explosion. Weld
only on the four mounting
brackets or bolt unit down.
NOTICE − Do not mount unit by
supporting the base only at the four
mounting brackets. Use cross-
2
OR
1
1
supports to adequately support unit
and prevent damage to base.
Mounting Surface:
1 Cross-Supports
2 Mounting Brackets (Supplied)
Mount unit on flat surface or use
cross-supports to support base.
Secure unit with mounting brackets.
3 1/2 in Bolt And Washer
(Minimum − Not Supplied)
4 3/8-16 x 1 in Screws
(Supplied)
To Bolt Unit In Place:
Remove hardware securing the
four mounting brackets to the base.
Reverse brackets and reattach to
base with original hardware.
Mount unit to truck or trailer with 1/2
in (12 mm) or larger hardware (not
supplied).
To Weld Unit In Place:
Weld unit to truck or trailer only at
the four mounting brackets.
Tools Needed:
9/16 in
2
Welding Unit In Place
Bolting Unit In Place
2
4
3
install3 2007−04 803 274 / 200 864-A / 803 562
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5-3.Installing Exhaust Pipe
!Stop engine and let cool.
Point exhaust pipe in desired di-
rection but always away from front
panel and direction of travel.
Tools Needed:
1/2 in
Notes
803 582 / Ref. 217 357-A
Work like a Pro!
Pros weld and cut
safely. Read the
safety rules at
the beginning
of this manual.
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5-4.Activating The Dry Charge Battery (If Applicable)
3
2
1
4
!Always wear a face shield,
rubber gloves and protective
clothing when working on a
battery.
Remove battery from unit.
5 Vent Caps
6 Sulfuric Acid Electrolyte
(1.265 Specific Gravity)
7 Well
Fill each cell with electrolyte to
bottom of well (maximum).
!Do not overfill battery cells.
Wait ten minutes and check electrolyte level. If necessary, add electrolyte to raise to proper level. Reinstall vent caps.
8 Battery Charger
!Read and follow all instruc-
tions supplied with battery
charger.
Charge battery for 12 minutes at 30
amperes or 30 minutes at 5 amperes. Disconnect charging cables
and install battery.
When electrolyte is low, add
only distilled water to cells to
maintain proper level.
5 A For 30 Minutes
Tools Needed:
30 A For 12 Minutes
5-5.Connecting The Battery
OR
+
−
drybatt1 6/05 − S-0886
Close door after connecting battery.
!Connect Negative (−) Cable Last.
+
−
Tools Needed:
OM-4433 Page 22
1/2 in
803 563 / Ref. 217 357-A / S-0756-C
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5-6.Engine Prestart Checks
Full
Diesel
Check radiator coolant
level when fluid is low in
recovery tank.
Full
Capacity:
6 qt (5.7 L)
Coolant Recovery Tank
Hot Full
Cold Full
Full
Check all engine fluids daily.
Engine must be cold and on a level surface.
Unit is shipped with 20W break-in oil.
Automatic shutdown system stops engine if
oil pressure is too low or coolant temperature is too high.
This unit has a low oil pressure shut-
down switch. However, some conditions may cause engine damage before
the engine shuts down. Check oil level
often and do not use the oil pressure
shutdown system to monitor oil level.
Follow run-in procedure in engine manual.
If unburned fuel and oil collect in exhaust
pipe during run-in, see Section 10.
Fuel
NOTICE − Do not use gasoline. Gasoline
will damage engine.
The unit is shipped with enough fuel to prevent air from entering fuel system. Add fresh
diesel fuel before starting (see engine maintenance label for fuel specifications). Leave
filler neck empty to allow room for
expansion.
Do not run out of fuel or air will enter fuel system and cause starting problems. See engine manual to bleed air from fuel system.
Oil
After fueling, check oil with unit on level surface. If oil is not up to full mark on dipstick,
add oil (see maintenance label).
Coolant
Check coolant level in radiator before starting unit the first time. If necessary, add coolant to radiator until coolant level is at bottom
of filler neck.
Check coolant level in recovery tank daily.
If necessary, add coolant to recovery tank
until coolant level is between Cold Full and
Hot Full levels. If recovery tank coolant level
was low, also check coolant level in radiator.
Add coolant if level is below bottom of radiator filler neck.
Unit is shipped with an engine coolant mixture of water and ethylene glycol base anti-
freeze rated to −34° F (−37° C). Add anti-
803 563
freeze to mixture if using the unit in temperatures below −34° F (−37° C).
Keep radiator and air intake clean and free
of dirt.
NOTICE − Incorrect engine temperature
can damage engine. Do not run engine without a properly working thermostat and radiator cap.
To improve cold weather starting:
Use Preheat switch (see Section 6-1).
Keep battery in good condition. Store
battery in warm area.
Use fuel formulated for cold weather
(diesel fuel can gel in cold weather).
Contact local fuel supplier for fuel information.
Use correct grade oil for cold weather
(see Section 8-2).
nal. 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.
Stick and TIG Welding
For Stick and TIG welding Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP), connect electrode
holder cable to CC (Stick/TIG) terminal on
right and work cable to Work/Negative (−) terminal on left.
For Direct Current Electrode Negative
(DCEN), reverse cable connections.
Use Process/Contactor switch to select type
of weld output (see Section 6-3).
2
1
MIG and FCAW Welding
For MIG and FCAW welding Direct Current
Electrode Positive (DCEP) connect wire feeder cable to CV (Wire) terminal on right and
work cable to Work/Negative (−) terminal on
left. Use Process/Contactor switch to select
type of weld output (see Section 6-3).
For Direct Current Electrode Negative
(DCEN), reverse cable connections.
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
400 ft
(120 m)
2502 (35)1 (50)1/0 (60)2/0 (70)3/0 (95)4/0 (120)
3001 (50)1/0 (60)2/0 (70)3/0 (95)4/0 (120)
3501/0 (60)2/0 (70)3/0 (95)4/0 (120)
4001/0 (60)2/0 (70)3/0 (95)4/0 (120)
5002/0 (70)3/0 (95)4/0 (120)
* 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 useS-0007-F
***For distances longer than those shown in this guide, call a factory applications representative at 920-735-4505.
2 ea. 2/0
(2x70)
2 ea. 2/0
(2x70)
2 ea. 2/0
(2x70)
2 ea. 3/0
(2x95)
2 ea. 2/0
(2x70)
2 ea. 3/0
(2x95)
2 ea. 3/0
(2x95)
2 ea. 4/0
(2x120)
2 ea. 2/0
(2x70)
2 ea. 3/0
(2x95)
2 ea. 3/0
(2x95)
2 ea. 4/0
(2x120)
3 ea. 3/0
(3x95)
2 ea. 2/0
(2x70)
2 ea. 3/0
(2x95)
2 ea. 4/0
(2x120)
2 ea. 4/0
(2x120)
3 ea. 3/0
(3x95)
Notes
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5-9.Connecting To Remote 14 Receptacle RC14
24 VOLTS AC
p)
OR
24 VOLTS AC
Socket*Socket Information
A24 volts ac. Protected by sup-
plementary protector CB8.
BContact closure to A completes
24 volt ac contactor control
circuit.
COutput to remote control:+10
volts dc in MIG mode; 0 to +10
volts dc in Stick or TIG mode.
LDR-14 long
distance remote
(includes 120 V
receptacle)
*The remaining sockets are not used.
803 562
REMOTE
DRemote control circuit common.
OUTPUT
CONTROL
115 VOLTS AC
GND
NEUTRALGCircuit common for 24 and 115
EDC input command signal: 0 to
+10 volts from min. to max. of
remote control with Voltage/
Amperage Adjust control at
max.
115 volts, 10 amperes, 60 Hz
ac. Protected by supplementary
I
protector CB7.
Contact closure to I completes
115 volt ac contactor control
J
circuit.
Current feedback: 1 volt per
F
100 amperes.
HVoltage feedback: 1 volt per 10
arc volts.
KChassis common.
volt ac circuit.
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Notes
Work like a Pro!
Pros weld and cut
safely. Read the
safety rules at
the beginning
of this manual.
Page 31
Notes
Welding Symbols
Ref. AWS/ANSI A2.4
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SECTION 6 − OPERATING WELDING GENERATOR
6-1.Front Panel Controls (See Section 6-2)
6
78
910
1
2
54
3
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217 357-B / 803 563
Page 33
6-2.Description Of Front Panel Controls (See Section 6-1)
Engine Starting Controls
1 Preheat Switch
Use switch to energize starting aid for cold
weather starting (see starting instructions following).
2 Engine Control Switch
Use switch to start engine, select engine
speed (if unit has auto idle option), and stop
engine.
In Run position, engine runs at weld/power
speed. In Auto position (optional), engine
runs at idle speed at no load and weld speed
with load applied.
3 Engine Stop Lever
Use lever to stop engine if Engine Control
switch does not work.
The Engine Stop lever shuts off the fuel
supply. However, the Engine Stop lever
will not stop the engine if the engine can
draw fuel-rich air from the surrounding
atmosphere (oil refineries).
To Start:
NOTICE − Do not use ether.
If engine does not start, let engine come
to a complete stop before attempting restart.
Above 325 F (05 C): turn Engine Control
switch to Start. Release Engine Control
switch when engine starts.
Below 325 F (05 C): turn engine control switch
to Auto position. Push Preheat switch up for
60 seconds. Turn Engine Control switch to
Start. Release Engine Control switch and
Preheat switch when engine starts.
To Stop: turn Engine Control switch to Off
position.
Engine Gauges, Meters, And Lights
4 Fuel Gauge/Hourmeter
Use gauge to check fuel level or total engine
operating hours.
To check fuel level or engine hours when en-
gine is not running, turn Engine Control switch
to Run or Auto (optional) position.
5 Engine Indicator Light
Light goes on and engine stops if engine tem-
perature exceeds 230° F (110° C) or engine
oil pressure is below 10 psi (69 kPa).
Normal engine temperature is 180 - 203
F (82 - 95 C). Normal oil pressure is 30
- 60 psi (207 - 414 kPa).
NOTICE − Do not run engine until trouble is
fixed.
Weld Controls
6 Remote Control Receptacle
Use receptacle to connect remote controls,
wire feeders, and tools.
When a remote control is connected to the
Remote receptacle, the Auto Sense Remote
feature automatically switches voltage/amperage control to the remote control (see Section 5-9).
With remote control connected, weld output is
determined by a combination of front panel
and remote control voltage/amperage settings.
If no remote control is connected to the Remote receptacle, the front panel Voltage/Amperage control adjusts voltage and amperage.
If a remote device connected to Remote
Receptacle RC14 is faulty or is disconnected, the meters display Help 25 (see
Section 8-11). Clear fault by stopping and
restarting the unit or by turning Process/
Contactor switch to another position.
7 Process/Contactor Switch
See Section 6-3 for Process/Contactor
switch information.
8 Voltage/Amperage Control
With Process/Contactor switch in any Stick or
TIG setting, use control to adjust amperage.
With Process/Contactor switch in any Wire
(MIG) position, use control to adjust voltage.
With Voltage/Amperage Adjust Switch in Remote position, control limits the remote amperage in Stick or TIG mode, but has no effect
in Wire (MIG) modes.
Weld Meters
Weld meters also work in combination to
display troubleshooting help codes (see
Section 8-11).
9 DC Voltmeter
Voltmeter displays preset voltage (MIG weld-
ing) with contactor off, and actual output voltage with the contactor on. Voltmeter displays
voltage at the weld output terminals, but not
necessarily the welding arc due to resistance
of cable and connections.
To set voltage, turn contactor off and turn Process/Contactor switch to Wire position. Turn
V/A control until desired voltage is displayed
on Voltmeter. When welding is finished, voltmeter displays weld voltage and then defaults
to preset voltage.
10 DC Ammeter
Ammeter displays preset amperage (Stick
and TIG only) when not welding, and actual
output amperage when welding.
To set amperage, turn Process/Contactor
switch to Stick or TIG position. Turn V/A control until desired amperage is displayed on
Ammeter. When welding is finished, ammeter
displays weld amperage and then defaults to
preset amperage.
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6-3.Process/Contactor Switch
1
1 Process/Contactor Switch
!Weld output terminals are ener-
gized when Process/Contactor
switch is in a Weld Terminals Always On position and the engine
is running.
Use switch to select weld process and
weld output on/off control (see table below).
Place switch in Remote On/Off Switch
Required positions to turn weld output on
and off with a device connected to the
Remote 14 receptacle.
Place switch in Weld Terminals Always
On positions for weld output to be on
whenever the engine is running.
Use Stick mode for air carbon arc
(CAC-A) cutting and gouging.
When switch is in Stick mode, select one
of four arc drive (dig) settings to provide
additional amperage during low voltage
(short arc length) conditions and prevent
“sticking” electrodes. Turn control from A
to D to increase arc drive (dig) from min
to max.
Use the Lift-Arc TIG mode for TIG
(GTAW) welding using the Lift-Arc TIG
starting procedure (see Section 6-4).
Process/Contactor Switch Settings
Switch SettingProcessOutput On/Off ControlEngine Auto Idle (Optional)
Remote On/Off Switch Re-
quired −TIG HF Required Or
Scratch Start
Remote On/Off Switch
Required − Stick
Remote On/Off Switch
Required − CV Feeder
Using Remote
Weld Terminals Always On −
Wire
Weld Terminals Always On −
Stick
Weld Terminals Always On −
TIG Lift-Arc
GTAW With HF Unit, Pulsing
Device, Or Remote Control
Stick (SMAW) With Remote On/OffAt Remote 14 ReceptacleActive
MIG (GMAW)
w/Constant Speed Feeder
MIG (GMAW)
w/Voltage Sensing Feeder
Stick (SMAW),
Air Carbon Arc (CAC-A) Cutting
And Gouging
TIG Lift-Arc (GTAW)Electrode HotActive
At Remote 14 ReceptacleActive
At Remote 14 ReceptacleActive
Electrode HotActive
Electrode HotActive
803 562 / 217 357
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6-4.Lift-Arc™ Start Procedure
Lift-Arc Start Method
“Touch”
Do NOT Strike Like A Match!
1
1 − 2
Seconds
Lift-Arc TIG
With Lift-Arc TIG selected, start
arc as follows:
1 TIG Electrode
2 Workpiece
2
Turn gas on. Touch tungsten
electrode to workpiece at weld start
point. Hold electrode toworkpiece for 1-2 seconds, and
slowly lift electrode. Arc is formed
when electrode is lifted.
Normal open-circuit voltage is not
present before tungsten electrode
touches workpiece; only a low
sensing voltage is present between
electrode and workpiece. The
solid-state output contactor does
not energize until after electrode is
touching workpiece. This allows
electrode to touch workpiece
without overheating, sticking, or being contaminated.
Application:
Lift-Arc is used for the DCEN
GTAW process when HF Start
method is not permitted, or to
replace the scratch method.
Notes
Work like a Pro!
Pros weld and cut
safely. Read the
safety rules at
the beginning
of this manual.
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6-5.Remote Voltage/Amperage Control
1
1 Remote 14 Receptacle RC14
Connect optional remote control to RC14 (see
Section 5-9).
When a remote control is connected to the
Remote receptacle, the Auto Sense Remote feature automatically switches voltage/amperage control to the remote control. When a device is connected to the Remote receptacle, remote voltage/amperage control is always available regardless
of the position of the Process/Contactor
switch.
In Example:
Min = 20 A DC
Max = 205 A DC
Connect Remote
Control To Remote
Receptacle RC14
Set TIG or STICK Process
Adjust Optional Remote
Control to 100%
Set V/A Control
To Desired Maximum
Weld Output Using Weld
Meters
Max (205 A DC)
Min (20 A DC)
Adjust Optional Remote
Control to desired
weld output
Connect Remote
Control To Remote
Receptacle RC14
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Set WIRE Process
Adjust Optional Remote
Control to desired
weld output
Weld meters will always
show the combined main
and remote control setting
and machine welds at
nominal output setting of
the meter.
Weld meters show preset
output when not welding.
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SECTION 7 − OPERATING AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT
7-1.Generator Power Receptacles
12
3456
1 120 V 20 A AC (shown)
Receptacle RC5 and/or GFCI1
2 120 V 20 A AC GFCI (shown)
Receptacle RC6 and/or GFCI2
3 240 V 50 A AC
Receptacle RC11
RC5 / 6 and GFCI1 / 2 supply 60 Hz singlephase power at weld/power speed. Receptacle configuration varies depending on
machine model and serial number.
Maximum output from these receptacles is
2.4 kVA/kW.
If a ground fault is detected, GFCI Reset
button pops out and receptacle does not
work. Check for faulty equipment plugged
in receptacle. Press button to reset GFCI
receptacle.
At least once a month, run engine at
weld/power speed and press test button to verify GFCI is working properly.
RC11 supplies 60 Hz single-phase power
at weld/power speed. Maximum output
from RC11 is 10 kVA/kW.
NOTICE − Do not run engine without air
cleaner or with dirty element. Engine
2
413
damage caused by using a damaged element is not covered by the warranty.
The air cleaner primary element can
be cleaned but the dirt holding capacity of the filter is reduced with each
cleaning. The chance of dirt reaching
the clean side of the filter while cleaning and the possibility of filter damage
makes cleaning a risk. Consider the
risk of unwarrantable equipment
5
damage when determining whether
to clean or replace the primary element.
If you decide to clean the primary element, we strongly recommend installing an optional safety element to provide additional engine protection.
Never clean a safety element. Replace the safety element after servicing the primary element three times.
Clean or replace primary element if dirty
(see note above before cleaning). Re-place primary element if damaged. Replace primary element yearly or after six
cleanings.
1 Housing
2 Safety Element (Optional)
3 Primary Element
4 Dust Cap
5 Dust Ejector
To clean air filter:
Wipe off cap and housing. Remove cap
and dump out dust. Remove element(s).
Wipe dust from inside cap and housing
with damp cloth. Reinstall safety element
(if present). Reinstall cap.
NOTICE − Do not clean housing with air
hose.
Clean primary element with compressed
air only.
Air pressure must not exceed 100 psi
(690 kPa). Use 1/8 in (3 mm) nozzle and
keep nozzle at least 2 in (51 mm) from
inside of element. Replace primary element if it has holes or damaged gaskets.
Reinstall primary element and cap (dust
ejector down).
8-4.Inspecting And Cleaning Optional Spark Arrestor Muffler
Tools Needed:
3/8 in
!Stop engine and let cool.
1 Spark Arrestor Muffler
2 Cleanout Plug
Remove plug and remove any dirt
covering cleanout hole.
3 Exhaust Pipe
Start engine and run at idle speed to
blow out cleanout hole. If nothing
blows out of hole, briefly cover end
of exhaust pipe with fireproof
material.
!Stop engine and let cool.
3
1
2
Reinstall cleanout plug.
8-5. Servicing Engine Cooling System
803 582 / Ref. 214 778-B
!Stop engine and let cool.
1 Radiator Draincock
2 Radiator Cap Cover
2
Change coolant according to engine
manual. Add coolant according to Section 5-6).
Run engine until engine reaches normal
operating temperature. Check coolant
level in recovery tank. Add coolant if necessary.
After engine cools, check coolant level
again and add coolant if necessary.
1
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8-6. Adjusting Engine Speed On Standard Models
Engine Speed
(No Load)
Weld/Power
RPM (Hz)
1880 (61.7)
Maximum
3
!Stop engine and let cool.
Engine speed is factory set and
should not require adjustment. After tuning engine, check engine
speed with tachometer or frequency meter. See table for proper no
load speed. If necessary, adjust
speed as follows:
Start engine and run until warm.
Turn Process/Contactor switch to
than specified. Tampering with
adjustments other than shown
may affect engine warranty
3 Engine Stop Lever
!Stop engine.
Close door.
2
1
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Tools Needed:
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8-7. Adjusting Engine Speed On Models With Automatic Idle (Optional)
Engine Speed
(No Load)
1880 rpm max
(62.6 Hz)
1500 rpm
(50 Hz)
Engine Speed Adjustment
After tuning engine, check engine speed with tachometer or
frequency meter. See table for
proper no load speed. If necessary, adjust speed as follows:
Start engine and run until warm.
Turn Process/Contactor switch
to Stick − Weld Terminals Always On position.
1 Throttle Rod / Plunger
2 Lock Nut
3 Rubber Boot
4 Adjustment Screw
Adjustment screw is not used to
adjust engine speed when automatic idle option is installed.
However, it must be at least 1/8
in (3 mm) away from the throttle
arm when engine is running at
idle rpm.
Unhook rubber boot from the solenoid housing but leave connected to plunger.
Loosen lock nut. Place Engine
Control Switch in Auto position.
Turn throttle rod and plunger until engine runs at idle speed.
Tighten lock nut.
Hook rubber boot back onto solenoid housing.
Be sure solenoid plunger
pulls all the way in (“bottoms”) when energized.
Weld/Power Speed
Adjustment
Weld/power speed adjust-
ment must be done by the
engine manufacturer’s factory authorized service
agent.
Tampering with adjustments
1
other than shown may affect
engine warranty.
!Stop engine.
4
To prevent solenoid
damage, be sure a 1/8
in (3 mm) gap exists between the engine low
speed screw and
throttle lever when the
solenoid is held in the
2
3
energized position.
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8-8.Servicing Fuel And Lubrication Systems
6
4
5
2
3
!Stop engine and let cool.
!After servicing, start engine
and check for fuel leaks.
Stop engine, tighten connections as necessary, and wipe
up spilled fuel.
1 Oil Filter
2 Oil Drain Valve And Hose
3 Oil Fill Cap
4 Primary (Canister) Fuel Filter
5 Secondary (In-Line) Fuel
Filter
6 Fuel Tank Sludge Drain Valve
To change oil and filter:
Route oil drain hose and valve
through hole in base. See engine
manual and engine maintenance
label for oil/filter change information.
To replace primary (canister) fuel
filter:
Turn filter counterclockwise. Remove filter.
Fill new filter with fresh fuel. Apply
thin coat of fuel to gasket on new filter. Install new filter and turn clockwise.
Inspect fuel lines, and replace if
cracked or worn.
To drain water from fuel system:
See engine manual.
To replace secondary (in-line)
fuel filter:
Note direction of fuel flow as indicated by arrow on side of filter. Remove fuel line clamps and disconnect fuel lines from fuel filter. Replace filter, reconnect fuel lines, and
reinstall clamps.
To drain sludge from fuel tank:
!Beware of fire. Do not smoke
and keep sparks and flames
away from drained fuel. Dispose of drained fuel in an environmentally-safe manner.
Do not leave unit unattended
while draining fuel tank.
!Properly lift unit and secure
in a level position. Use adequate blocks or stands to
support unit while draining
fuel tank.
Attach 1/2 ID hose to drain valve.
Put metal container under drain,
and use screwdriver to open
sludge drain valve. Close valve
when sludge has drained. Remove
hose.
Close door.
Tools Needed:
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802 490 / Ref. 801 434
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8-9.Overload Protection
3
7
4
!Stop engine.
When a circuit breaker, supple-
mentary protector, or fuse
opens, it usually indicates a
more serious problem exists.
Contact Factory Authorized
Service Agent.
1 Fuse F1
F1 protects the stator exciter wind-
ing from overload. If F1 opens, weld
and generator power is low or stops
entirely.
crank. CB1 automatically resets
when the fault is corrected.
CB2 protects the engine wiring harness. If CB2 opens, the engine will
not crank.
CB3 protects part of the weld control
wiring harness. If CB3 opens, weld
and generator power output stops.
CB7 protects the 115 volt ac output
to remote receptacle RC14. If CB7
opens, 115 volt output to RC14
stops.
CB8 protects the 24 volt ac output to
remote receptacle RC14. If CB8
opens, 24 volt output to RC14 stops.
Press button to reset supplementary
protector.
CB9 protects the throttle solenoid
against overload. If CB9 opens, the
engine does not automatically idle
down. Check the linkage and solenoid. CB9 automatically resets.
5
6
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8-10. Checking Generator Brushes
Damaged Brushes
5/16 in. (8 mm)
Minimum Length
Replace
9/16 in. (14.3 mm)
New Length
1
!Stop engine and let cool.
1 Generator Brush With Spring
Mark and disconnect leads at brush hold-
er cap. Remove brushes.
Replace brushes if damaged or if brush
Use the Voltmeter/Ammeter help
displays to diagnose and correct
fault conditions.
When a help code is displayed
normally weld output has
stopped but generator power
output may be okay.
To reset help displays, stop
unit and then restart. See item
6 below to reset Help 25 display.
1 Help 20 Display
Indicates a failure of meter display
module PC2, or the wiring between
PC2 and main control module PC1.
If this display is shown, have Factory Authorized Service Agent check
PC1, PC2, and the wiring between
PC1 and PC2.
2 Help 21 Display
Indicates thermistor TH1 on the
main rectifier heat sink has failed.
If this display is shown, have Factory Authorized Service Agent check
TH1, and the wiring between TH1
and PC1.
3 Help 22 Display
Indicates the rectifier heat sink has
overheated. If this display is shown,
check generator cooling system
and/or reduce duty cycle. Keep engine access door closed when running to maintain proper cooling air
flow past rectifier. Allow unit to cool
before restarting. If problem continues, have Factory Authorized Service Agent check unit.
4 Help 23 Display
Indicates one of the rectifier output
SCR’s has failed. If this display is
shown, have Factory Authorized
Service Agent check the rectifier
SCR’s.
5 Help 24 Display
Indicates weld open circuit voltage
(OCV) is too high (above 41 volts
dc). If this display is shown, have
Factory Authorized Service Agent
check main control module PC1.
6 Help 25 Display
Indicates a remote device con-
nected to Remote Receptacle
RC14 may be faulty. Help 25 is also
displayed whenever a remote device has been connected to RC14
and then disconnected. Clear fault
by stopping and restarting the unit
or by turning Process/Contactor
switch to another position. If problem continues, have Factory Authorized Service Agent check the remote device, filter board PC6, and
main control module PC1.
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8-12. Troubleshooting
Also see Voltmeter/Ammeter help displays to assist in troubleshooting weld problems (see Section 8-11).
A. Welding
TroubleRemedy
No weld output; generator power output
okay at ac receptacles.
No weld output, or generator power output at ac receptacles.
Erratic weld output.Check and tighten connections inside and outside unit.
Place Process/Contactor switch in a Weld Terminals Always On position, or place switch in a Remote
On/Off Switch Required position and turn remote contactor on (see Section 5-9).
Reset supplementary protector CB7 or CB8 (see Section 8-9). Check for faulty remote device connected
to RC14.
Check and secure connections to Remote Control receptacle RC14 (see Section 5-9).
Check Voltmeter/Ammeter help displays (see Section 8-11).
Disconnect equipment from generator power receptacles during start-up.
Reset supplementary protector CB3. (see Section 8-9).
Check fuse F1, and replace if open (see Section 8-9). If F1 is open, have Factory Authorized Service
Agent check the voltage regulator module PC3.
Check Voltmeter/Ammeter help displays (see Section 8-11).
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check brushes and slip rings, voltage regulator module PC3, and
field excitation circuit.
Be sure connection to work piece is clean and tight.
Use dry, properly stored electrodes.
Remove excessive coils from weld cables.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check brushes and slip rings.
High weld output.Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check main control module PC1 and hall device HD1.
Low weld output.Check engine speed, and adjust if necessary.
Check fuse F1, and replace if open (see Section 8-9). If F1 is open, have Factory Authorized Service
Agent check the rotor.
Low open-circuit voltage.Check engine speed, and adjust if necessary.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check main control module PC1, voltage regulator module PC3,
and main rectifier.
No remote fine amperage control.Repair or replace remote control device.
Check and secure connections to Remote Amperage Adjust receptacle RC14 (see Section 5-9).
No 24 volt or 115 volt ac output at Remote receptacle RC14.
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Reset supplementary protector CB7 (24 volt) or CB8 (115 volt) (see Section 8-9).
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B. Generator Power
TroubleRemedy
No generator power output at ac receptacles; weld output okay.
No generator power or weld output.Disconnect equipment from generator power receptacles during start-up.
High output at generator power ac receptacles.
Low output at generator power ac receptacles.
Reset receptacle supplementary protector(s) (see Section 7-1).
Check fuse F1, and replace if open (see Section 8-9). Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check voltage regulator module PC3.
Reset supplementary protector CB3 (see Section 8-9).
Check Voltmeter/Ammeter help displays (see Section 8-11).
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check brushes and slip rings, and field excitation circuit.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check voltage regulator module PC3.
Check engine speed, and adjust if necessary.
Check fuse F1, and replace if open (see Section 8-9). If F1 is open, have Factory Authorized Service
Agent check the rotor.
C. Engine
TroubleRemedy
Engine will not crank.Check battery, and replace if necessary.
Check battery connections and tighten if necessary.
Circuit breaker CB1 may be open. CB1 automatically resets when fault is corrected (see Section 8-9).
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check engine wiring harness and components.
Reset supplementary protector CB2 (see Section 8-9).
Check engine wiring harness plug connections.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check Engine Control switch S1, and control relay CR2.
Engine cranks but does not start.Check fuel level.
Check battery and replace if necessary. Check engine charging system according to engine manual.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check control relay CR1, fuel solenoid FS1, and the fuel
pump.
Air in fuel system. See engine manual.
Engine hard to start in cold weather.Use Preheat switch (see Section 6-1).
Keep battery in good condition. Store battery in warm area off cold surface.
Use fuel formulated for cold weather (diesel fuel can gel in cold weather). Contact local fuel supplier for
fuel information.
Use correct grade oil for cold weather (see Section 8-2).
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check Preheat switch S4, control relay CR3, and the glow
plug.
Engine suddenly stops.Check oil and coolant levels. Automatic shutdown system stops engine if oil pressure is too low or coolant
temperature is too high (see Section 5-6 ).
Circuit breaker CB1 may be open. CB1 automatically resets when fault is corrected (see Section 8-9).
Reset supplementary protector CB2 (see Section 8-9). Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check
engine alternator, engine harness, throttle solenoid TS1, fuel solenoid FS1, and the fuel pump.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check Engine Control switch S1, control relay CR1, integrated rectifier SR2, fuel solenoid FS1, and the fuel pump.
See engine manual.
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TroubleRemedy
Engine slowly stopped and cannot be
restarted.
Battery discharges between uses.Turn Engine Control switch off when unit is not running.
Engine idles, but does not come up to
weld speed (units with idle option only).
Engine does not run at idle speed
(units with idle option only).
Engine uses oil during run-in period;
wetstacking occurs.
Check fuel level.
Check engine air and fuel filters (see Sections 8-3 and 8-8).
See engine manual.
Clean top of battery with baking soda and water solution; rinse with clear water.
Recharge or replace battery if necessary.
Periodically recharge battery (approximately every 3 months).
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check idle module PC5 and current transformer CT1.
Check for obstructed throttle solenoid.
Check for obstructed throttle solenoid.
Circuit breaker CB9 may be open. CB9 automatically resets when fault is corrected (see Section 8-9).
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check idle module PC5, and control relay CR4.
Dry engine according to run-in procedure (see Section 10).
NOTICE − Do not perform run-in
procedure at less than 20 volts
weld output and do not exceed duty
cycle or equipment damage may
occur.
1 Welding Generator
2
Run diesel engines near rated voltage and current during run-in period
to properly seat piston rings and
prevent wetstacking. See nameplate, rating label, or specifications
section in this manual to find rated
voltage and current.
NOTICE − Do not idle engine longer
than necessary. Piston rings seat
faster if engine runs at weld/power
rpm, and the welding generator is
kept loaded during run-in.
2 Engine Exhaust Pipe
Wetstacking is unburned fuel and
oil in the exhaust pipe and occurs
during run-in if the engine is run too
long at light load or idle rpm.
If exhaust pipe is coated with a wet,
black, tar-like substance, dry the
engine using one of the following
run-in procedures.
See the engine manual for additional engine run-in information.
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10-2. Run-In Procedure Using Load Bank
4
2
3
!Stop engine.!Do not touch hot exhaust
pipe, engine parts, or load
bank/grid.
!Keep exhaust and pipe away
from flammables.
NOTICE − Do not perform run-in
procedure at less than 20 volts weld
1
output and do not exceed duty
cycle or equipment damage may
occur.
1 Load Bank
Turn all load bank switches Off. If
needed, connect load bank to 115
volts ac wall receptacle or generator auxiliary power receptacle.
2 Welding Generator
Place A/V range switch in maxi-
mum position, A/V control in minimum position, and Output Selector
switch (if present) in either DC
position.
3 Weld Cables
Connect load bank to generator
weld output terminals using proper
size weld cables with correct
connectors. Observe correct
polarity.
Start engine and run for several
minutes.
Set load bank switches and then
adjust generator A/V control so
load equals rated voltage and
current of generator (see nameplate, rating label, or the specifications section in this manual).
Check generator and load bank
meters after first five minutes then
every fifteen minutes to be sure
generator is loaded properly.
NOTICE − Check oil level frequent-
ly during run-in; add oil if needed.
It is recommended to run the welding generator for two hours minimum and up to four hours under
load. Place A/V control in minimum
position, then turn off load bank to
remove load. Run engine several
minutes at no load.
!Stop engine and let cool.
4 Engine Exhaust Pipe
Repeat procedure if wetstacking is
present.
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10-3. Run-In Procedure Using Resistance Grid
6
2
3
4
+
5
!Stop engine.
!Do not touch hot exhaust
pipe, engine parts, or load
bank/grid.
!Keep exhaust and pipe away
from flammables.
NOTICE − Do not perform run-in
procedure at less than 20 volts weld
output and do not exceed duty
cycle or equipment damage may
occur.
1 Resistance Grid
1
Use grid sized for generator rated
output.
Turn Off grid.
2 Welding Generator
Place A/V range switch in maximum position, A/V control in minimum position, and Output Selector
switch (if present) in either DC
position.
3 Weld Cables
Connect grid to generator weld
output terminals using proper size
weld cables with correct connectors (polarity is not important).
4 Voltmeter
5 Clamp-On Ammeter
Connect voltmeter and ammeter as
shown, if not provided on generator.
Start engine and run for several
minutes.
Set grid switches and then adjust generator A/V control so
load equals rated voltage and
current of the generator (see
nameplate, rating label, or the
specifications section in this
manual).
Check generator and meters after
first five minutes then every fifteen
minutes to be sure generator is
loaded properly.
NOTICE − Check oil level frequent-
ly during run-in; add oil if needed.
It is recommended to run the welding generator for two hours minimum and up to four hours under
load. Place A/V control in minimum
position, then shut down grid to
remove load. Run engine several
minutes at no load.
!Stop engine and let cool.
6 Engine Exhaust Pipe
Repeat procedure if wetstacking is
present.
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SECTION 11 − 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.
11-1. 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 un-
less equipment is double insulated.
gen_pwr 2007−04 − Ref. ST-159 730 / ST-800 577
11-2. 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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11-3. Grounding When Supplying Building Systems
12
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.
11-4. 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 11-8).
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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11-5. Approximate Power Requirements For Industrial Motors
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 11-4).
+When ordering a component originally displaying a precautionary label, the label should also be ordered.
*Recommended Spare Parts.
♦Optional
To maintain the factory original performance of your equipment, use only Manufacturer’s Suggested
Replacement Parts. Model and serial number required when ordering parts from your local distributor.
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Hardware is common and not
available unless listed.
Wirng harnesses are listed at
the end of parts section.
13
11
12
14
15
16
25
30
24
29
28
24
26
27
17
18
23
22
19
20
21
10
9
8
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
37
36
34
35
31
32
33
Figure 12-2. Panel, Front w/Components
Item
No.
Dia.
Mkgs.
Part
No.
Description
Figure 12-2. Panel, Front w/Components (Figure 12-1 Item 108)
+When ordering a component originally displaying a precautionary label, the label should also be ordered.
To maintain the factory original performance of your equipment, use only Manufacturer’s Suggested
Replacement Parts. Model and serial number required when ordering parts from your local distributor.
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Hardware is common and not
available unless listed.
Wirng harnesses are listed at
the end of parts section.
+When ordering a component originally displaying a precautionary label, the label should also be ordered.
To maintain the factory original performance of your equipment, use only Manufacturer’s Suggested
Replacement Parts. Model and serial number required when ordering parts from your local distributor.
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Hardware is common and not
available unless listed.
Wirng harnesses are listed at
the end of parts section.
+When ordering a component originally displaying a precautionary label, the label should also be ordered.
*Recommended Spare Parts.
♦Optional
To maintain the factory original performance of your equipment, use only Manufacturer’s Suggested
Replacement Parts. Model and serial number required when ordering parts from your local distributor.
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Hardware is common and not
available unless listed.
Wirng harnesses are listed at
the end of parts section.
To maintain the factory original performance of your equipment, use only Manufacturer’s Suggested
Replacement Parts. Model and serial number required when ordering parts from your local distributor.
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Some wiring harness components (switches, relays, supplementary protectors) are also referenced elsewhere in this parts list. Purchase compo-
nents separately or as part of the associated wiring harness.
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Effective January 1, 2007
(Equipment with a serial number preface of “LH” or newer)
This limited warranty supersedes all previous Miller warranties and is exclusive with no other
LIMITED WARRANTY − Subject to the terms and conditions
below, Miller Electric Mfg. Co., Appleton, Wisconsin, warrants to
its original retail purchaser that new Miller equipment sold after
the effective date of this limited warranty is free of defects in
material and workmanship at the time it is shipped by Miller. THIS
WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
Within the warranty periods listed below, Miller will repair or
replace any warranted parts or components that fail due to such
defects in material or workmanship. Miller must be notified in
writing within thirty (30) days of such defect or failure, at which
time Miller will provide instructions on the warranty claim
procedures to be followed.
Miller shall honor warranty claims on warranted equipment listed
below in the event of such a failure within the warranty time
periods. All warranty time periods start on the delivery date of the
equipment to the original end-user purchaser, and not to exceed
one year after the equipment is shipped to a North American
distributor or eighteen months after the equipment is shipped to
an International distributor.
1. 5 Years Parts — 3 Years Labor
* Original main power rectifiers
2. 3 Years — Parts and Labor
* Transformer/Rectifier Power Sources
* Plasma Arc Cutting Power Sources
* Process Controllers
* Semi-Automatic and Automatic Wire Feeders
* Inverter Power Sources (Unless Otherwise Stated)
* Water Coolant Systems (Integrated)
* Intellitig
* Engine Driven Welding Generators
(NOTE: Engines are warranted separately by the
engine manufacturer.)
3. 1 Year — Parts and Labor Unless Specified
* Motor Driven Guns (w/exception of Spoolmate
Spoolguns)
* Positioners and Controllers
* Automatic Motion Devices
* RFCS Foot Controls
* Induction Heating Power Sources, Coolers, and
Electronic
Controls/Recorders
* Water Coolant Systems (Non-Integrated)
* Flowgauge and Flowmeter Regulators (No Labor)
* HF Units
* Grids
* Spot Welders
* Load Banks
* Arc Stud Power Sources & Arc Stud Guns
* Racks
* 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.)
* Bernard-Branded Mig Guns (No Labor)
* Weldcraft-Branded TIG Torches (No Labor)
* Subarc Wire Drive Assemblies
4. 6 Months — Batteries
5. 90 Days — Parts
* MIG Guns/TIG Torches and Subarc (SAW) Guns
guarantees or warranties expressed or implied.
* Induction Heating Coils and Blankets, Cables, and
Non-Electronic Controls
* APT & SAF Model Plasma Cutting Torches
* Remote Controls
* Accessory (Kits)
* Replacement Parts (No labor)
* Spoolmate Spoolguns
* Canvas Covers
Miller’s True Blue® Limited Warranty shall not apply to:
1. Consumable components; such as contact tips,
cutting nozzles, contactors, brushes, slip rings, relays
or parts that fail due to normal wear. (Exception:
brushes, slip rings, and relays are covered on Bobcat,
Trailblazer, and Legend models.)
2. Items furnished by Miller, but manufactured by others, such
as engines or trade accessories. These items are covered
by the manufacturer’s warranty, if any.
3. Equipment that has been modified by any party other than
Miller, or equipment that has been improperly installed,
improperly operated or misused based upon industry
standards, or equipment which has not had reasonable and
necessary maintenance, or equipment which has been
used for operation outside of the specifications for the
equipment.
MILLER PRODUCTS ARE INTENDED FOR PURCHASE AND
USE BY COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL USERS AND PERSONS
TRAINED AND EXPERIENCED IN THE USE AND
MAINTENANCE OF WELDING EQUIPMENT.
In the event of a warranty claim covered by this warranty, the
exclusive remedies shall be, at Miller’s option: (1) repair; or (2)
replacement; or, where authorized in writing by Miller in
appropriate cases, (3) the reasonable cost of repair or
replacement at an authorized Miller service station; or (4)
payment of or credit for the purchase price (less reasonable
depreciation 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 Appleton, Wisconsin, or
F.O.B. at a Miller authorized service facility as determined by
Miller. Therefore no compensation or reimbursement for
transportation costs of any kind will be allowed.
TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE REMEDIES
PROVIDED HEREIN ARE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE
REMEDIES. 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 NameSerial/Style Number
Purchase Date(Date which equipment was delivered to original customer.)
Distributor
Address
City
StateZip
For Service
Contact a DISTRIBUTOR or SERVICE AGENCY near you.
Always provide Model Name and Serial/Style Number.
Contact your Distributor for:
Welding Supplies and Consumables
Options and Accessories
Personal Safety Equipment
Service and Repair
Replacement Parts
Training (Schools, Videos, Books)
Technical Manuals (Servicing Information
and Parts)
Circuit Diagrams
Welding Process Handbooks
To locate a Distributor or Service Agency visit
www.millerwelds.com or call 1-800-4-A-Miller
Miller Electric Mfg. Co.
An Illinois Tool Works Company
1635 West Spencer Street
Appleton, WI 54914 USA
International Headquarters−USA
USA Phone: 920-735-4505 Auto-Attended
USA & Canada FAX: 920-735-4134
International FAX: 920-735-4125
European Headquarters −
United Kingdom
Phone: 44 (0) 1204-593493
FAX: 44 (0) 1204-598066
www.MillerWelds.com
Contact the Delivering Carrier to:
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.