Means Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards with this
procedure! The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols.
This group of symbols means Warning! Watch Out! Possible ELECTRIC SHOCK and HOT PARTS hazards.
Consult symbols and related instructions below for necessary actions to avoid the hazards.
1-2.GTAW Torch Hazards
GTAW WELDING can be hazardous.
PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS FROM POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. KEEP CHILDREN
AWAY. PACEMAKER WEARERS KEEP AWAY UNTIL CONSULTING YOUR DOCTOR.
In welding, as in most jobs, exposure to certain hazards occurs. Welding is safe when precautions are taken. The
safety information given below is only a summary of the more complete safety information found in the welding
power source Owner’s Manual. Read and follow all safety precautions.
HAVE ALL INSTALLATION, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, AND REPAIR WORK PERFORMED ONLY BY
QUALIFIED PEOPLE.
Marks a special safety message.
Means NOTE; not safety related.
ENGLISH
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
1. Always wear dry insulating gloves.
2. Insulate yourself from work and ground.
3. Do not touch live electrode or electrical parts.
4. Repair or replace worn, damaged, or cracked
torch or cable insulation.
5. Turn off welding power source before changing
tungsten electrode or torch parts.
6. Keep all covers and handle securely in place.
ARC RAYS can burn eyes and skin.
1. Wear welding helmet with correct shade of filter.
2. Wear correct eye and body protection.
3. Cover exposed skin.
FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous
to your health.
1. Keep your head out of the fumes.
2. Ventilate area, or use breathing device.
3. Read Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) and
manufacturer’s instructions for material used.
BUILD UP OF GAS can injure or
kill
1. Shut of f shielding gas supply when not in
use.
2. Always ventilate confined spaces or use
approved air-supplied respirator.
WELDING can cause fire or explosion.
1. Do not weld near flammable material.
2. Do not weld on closed containers.
3. Watch for fire; keep extinguisher nearby.
HOT SURFACES can burn skin.
1. Allow torch to cool before touching.
2. Do not touch hot metal.
3. Protect hot metal from contact by others.
NOISE can damage hearing; SOME
APPLICATIONS, SUCH AS PULSING,
are noisy.
1. Check for noise level limits exceeding those
specified by OSHA.
2. Use approved ear plugs or ear muffs if noise level
is high.
3. Warn others nearby about noise hazard.
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EMF INFORMATION
-
Considerations About Welding And The Effects Of Low Frequency
Electric And Ma g netic Fields
Welding current, as it flows through welding cables, will cause electromagnetic fields. There has been and still is some concern about such
fields. However, after examining more than 500 studies spanning 17
years of research, a special blue ribbon committee of the National
Research Council concluded that: “The body of evidence, in the
committee’s judgment, has not demonstrated that exposure to powerfrequency electric and magnetic fields is a human-health hazard.”
However, studies are still going forth and evidence continues to be
examined. Until the final conclusions of the research are reached, you
may wish to minimize your exposure to electromagnetic fields when
welding or cutting.
To reduce magnetic fields in the workplace, use the following
procedures:
1. Keep cables close together by twisting or taping them.
2. Arrange cables to one side and away from the operator.
3. Do not coil or drape cables around your body.
4. Keep welding power source and cables as far away from operator as practical.
5. Connect work clamp to workpiece as close to the weld as
possible.
About Pacemakers:
Pacemaker wearers consult your doctor first. If cleared by your doc
tor, then following the above procedures is recommended.
Tungsten Size.020 Thru 5/32 in (0.5 Thru 4.0 mm)
Cable Options12-1/2 ft (3.8 m) One-Piece High−Flex25 ft (7.6 m) One-Piece High−Flex
DimensionsLength: 9 in (229 mm); Handle Diameter: 1−1/8 in (29 mm); Weight: 5.8 oz (165 g)
2-2.Duty Cycle
ENGLISH
0
Minutes
10
Definition
Duty Cycle is percentage of 10
minutes that torch can weld at
rated load without overheating.
100% Duty Cycle At 350 Amperes Using Argon Gas
Continuous Welding
EXCEEDING RATED AMPERAGE can damage torch and void warranty.
• Do not exceed rated amperage (see Section 2-1)
sb1.5* 8/93
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SECTION 3 − INSTALLATION
3-1.Required Torch Parts And Torch Assembly
7
12
11
10
16
Assembling T orch Parts
3
2
1
6
5
4
8
9
15
14
1 Cup
2 Collet Body
3 Heat Shield
4 Backcap Insulator
5 Collet
6 O-Ring
7 Backcap
8 Torch Body
9 Handle
10 Power Cable
11 Water Hose
12 Gas Hose
13 Power Cable Adapter
14 International Style Adapter
15 Water Hose For International
13
Style Adapter
Assembling Torch Body
Keep connections tight. Replace
cup, heat shield, and backcap as
needed.
strip cable and install sleeve.
4 Connector Body
5 Setscrew
Insert cable with sleeve fully into
connector body, tighten setscrew,
and slide insulating boot over connector.
ST-156 496
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3-3.Connecting Torch
A. Connecting Torch When Using A Freestanding Coolant System
If applicable, install high-frequency unit.
ENGLISH
2
1
11
7
10
12
5
6
8
9
3
4
Tools Needed:
5/8, 7/8, 1-1/8 in
Turn Off welding power source and
cooling system power before installing torch.
1 Welding Power Source
2 Regulator/Flowmeter
3 Gas Cylinder
4 Gas Hose (Customer Supplied)
Obtain correct length with 5/8-18 right-hand
fittings.
5 Torch
6 Power Cable Adapter
7 Coolant Hose (Customer Supplied)
Obtain correct length with 5/8-18 left-hand
fittings.
8 Coolant-Out Of Torch/Power Cable
(Red)
Connect coolant-out of torch/power cable
to power cable adapter, and connect adapter to weld output terminal.
802 560
9 Torch Gas Hose
10 Coolant-Into Torch Hose (Blue)
11 Cooling System
12 Work Clamp
Connect work clamp to a clean, paint-free
location on workpiece, close to weld.
Use wire brush or sandpaper to clean metal
at weld joint area.
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B. Connecting Torch To A Dynastyt 300 DX Or Maxstar 300 DX TIGRunnert Unit
Tools Needed:
5/8, 7/8, 1-1/8 in
2
11
9
7
8
6
5
10
12
1
4
803 311
Turn Off welding power source
power before installing torch.
1 Gas Hose With 5/8-18 Right-
Hand Fittings (Customer Sup-
3
plied)
Connections:
2 Regulator/Flowmeter
3 Gas Cylinder
4 Coolant System
5 Torch
6 Coolant-Into Torch Hose (Blue)
7 Torch Gas Hose
8 Coolant-Out Of Torch/Power
Cable (Red)
9 International Style Adapter
Connect coolant-out of torch/power
cable to power cable adapter, and connect adapter to weld output terminal.
10 Work Clamp
Connect work clamp to a clean, paint-
free location on workpiece, close to
weld.
Use wire brush or sandpaper to clean
metal at weld joint area.
11 Welding Power Source
12 Foot Control
C. Connecting Torch To A Syncrowave 250 DX Or 350 LX TIGRunnert Unit
Tools Needed:
5/8, 7/8, 1-1/8 in
31
5
8
12
9
10
11
13
2
6
7
803 311
Turn Off welding power source
1 Gas Hose With 5/8-18 Right-Hand
Connections:
2 Regulator/Flowmeter
4
3 Power Source
4 Gas Cylinder
5 Coolant System
6 Coolant Hose (Supplied With TI-
7 Power Cable Adapter
8 Torch
9 Coolant-Into Torch Hose (Blue)
10 Coolant-Out Of Torch/Power
Connect torch coolant-out of torch/power cable to power cable adapter, and
connect adapter to weld output terminal.
11 Torch Gas Hose
12 Work Clamp
Connect work clamp to a clean, paint-
free location on workpiece, close to
weld.
Use wire brush or sandpaper to clean
metal a t weld joint area.
13 Foot Control
power before installing torch.
Fittings (Customer Supplied)
GRunner)
Cable (Red)
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SECTION 4 − MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING
and visible at the torch.
tablishing arc.
maining bright after conclusion of weld.
sumption.
4-1.Routine Maintenance
Disconnect torch before maintaining.
40 Hours
ENGLISH
Replace
unreadable
labels.
Replace cracked parts
Repair or
replace
cracked
weld cable.
Torch Body
Torch Cable
Clean and
tighten weld
terminals.
4-2.Troubleshooting
NOTE
TroubleRemedy
Arc will not start. High frequency presentCheck cable and work connections. Be sure weld circuit is complete (see Section 3-3).
Lack of high frequency; difficulty in es-Select proper size and type tungsten. Properly prepare tungsten according to Section 5.
Torch gas valve not working properly (if
applicable).
No shielding gas flow from torch.Be sure valves on gas supply are open.
Tungsten electrode oxidizing and not re-Shield weld zone from drafts.
Excessive tungsten electrode con-Select proper size and type tungsten. Properly prepare tungsten according to Section 5.
Before using troubleshooting table, check selection and preparation of tungsten
electrode according to Section 5.
Check and be sure shielding gas is present.
Check cables and torch for cracks or bad connections. Be sure that torch cables are not close to any
grounded metal. Repair or replace necessary parts.
Check torch consumables. Be sure collet and collet body are correctly installed and tightened (see Section 3-1 ).
Check welding power source High Frequency control, and if necessary, check and adjust spark gaps.
Have Factory Authorized Service Station/Service Distributor check valve.
Check cable for kinks or blockage.
Check and tighten all gas supply fittings.
Check cables and torch for cracked insulation or bad connections. Repair or replace (see Section 4-1).
Increase postflow time.
Increase gas flow rate. Check manufacture’s recommendations.
Check and tighten all gas fittings.
Check gas valve and flow meter/regulator.
Select proper size and type tungsten. Properly prepare tungsten (see Section 5).
Check polarity setting on welding power source (see welding power source Owner’s manual).
Check for proper gas flow rate. Check manufacture’s recommendations.
If torch is water cooled, check torch and cables for water leaks. Repair or replace if necessary (see Sec-
tion 4-1 ).
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TroubleRemedy
Wandering arcShield weld zone from drafts.
Reduce gas flow rate.
Select proper size and type tungsten. Properly prepare tungsten according to Section 5.
When using AC, check welding power source High Frequency control setting, and increase setting if nec-
essary.
Yellow powder or smoke on cup.Use proper type shielding gas.
Check for proper gas flow rate. Check manufacture’s recommendations.
Increase postflow time.
Check torch cup size. Match cup size to joint being welded.
Erratic arcWhen using DC, check polarity, and/or polarity of welding cables.
When using AC, check welding power source High Frequency control setting, and be sure it is operating
continuously.
Select proper size and type tungsten. Properly prepare tungsten according to Section 5.
Use proper arc length. Arc length may be too long or too short.
Make sure base material is clean and free of contaminates.
When using AC, slow travel speed can cause erratic arc. Adjust travel speed.
Porosity in weld.Check for proper gas flow rate. Check manufacture’s recommendations.
Check and tighten gas fittings.
Make sure base material and filler material is clean and free of contaminates.
Check for impurities and moisture in gas lines. Purge if necessary.
If torch is water cooled, check torch and cables for water leaks. Repair or replace if necessary (see Sec-
tion 4-1 ).
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SECTION 5 − SELECTING AND PREPARING TUNGSTEN
ELECTRODE FOR DC OR AC WELDING
ac/dc_gtaw 2/2004
Whenever possible and practical, use DC weld output instead of AC weld output.
5-1.Selecting Tungsten Electrode (Wear Clean gloves To Prevent Contamination Of Tungsten)
Amperage Range - Gas Type♦ - Polarity
Electrode DiameterDC − Argon − Electrode
2% Ceria (Orange Band), 1.5% Lan-
thanum (Gray Band), Or 2% Thorium
(Red Band) Alloy Tungstens
.010”Up to 25*Up to 20Up to 15
.020”15-40*15-355-20
.040”25-85*20-8020-60
1/16”50-16010-2050-15060-120
3/32”135-23515-30130-250100-180
♦Typical argon shielding gas flow rates are 15 to 35 cfh (cubic feet per hour). *Not Recommended.
Figures listed are a guide and are a composite of recommendations from American Welding Society (AWS) and electrode manufacturers.
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5-2.Preparing Tungsten Electrode For Welding
Grinding the tungsten electrode produces dust and flying sparks which can cause injury and start fires. Use
local exhaust (forced ventilation) at the grinder or wear an approved respirator. Read MSDS for safety information. Consider using tungsten containing ceria, lanthana, or yttria instead of thoria. Grinding dust from
thoriated electrodes contains low-level radioactive material. Properly dispose of grinder dust in an environmentally safe way. Wear proper face, hand, and body protection. Keep flammables away.
A. Preparing Tungsten For DC Electrode Negative (DCEN) Welding Or AC Welding With Inverter Machines
Radial Grinding
Causes Wandering Arc
Wrong Tungsten Preparation
2
Ideal Tungsten Preparation − Stable Arc
2-1/2 Times
Electrode Diameter
4
B. Preparing Tungsten For Conventional AC Welding
1 − 1-1/2 Times
Electrode Diameter
1
2
1 Grinding Wheel
Grind end of tungsten on fine grit, hard
3
abrasive wheel before welding. Do not use
wheel for other jobs or tungsten can become
contaminated causing lower weld quality .
1
2 Tungsten Electrode
3 Flat
Diameter of this flat determines amperage
capacity.
4 Straight Ground
Grind lengthwise, not radial.
1 Tungsten Electrode
2 Balled End
Ball end of tungsten by applying AC amper-
age recommended for a given electrode
diameter (see Section 5-1). Let b all on e nd o f
the tungsten take its own shape.
SECTION 6 − GUIDELINES FOR TIG WELDING (GTAW)
6-1.Positioning The Torch
3
2
1
90°
10−15°
4
5
5
6
6
1/16 in
3/16 in
10−25°
Bottom View Of Gas Cup
Weld current can damage electronic parts in vehicles. Discon-
nect both battery cables before welding on a vehicle. Place work
clamp as close to the weld as possible.
For additional information, see your distributor for a handbook on the
Gas Tungsten Arc W elding (GTAW) process.
1 Workpiece
4
Make sure workpiece is clean before welding.
2 Work Clamp
Place as close to the weld as possible.
3 Torch
4 Filler Rod (If Applicable)
5 Gas Cup
6 Tungsten Electrode
Select and prepare tungsten according to Sections 5-1 and 5-2.
Guidelines:
The inside diameter of the gas cup should be at least three times the
tungsten diameter to provide adequate shielding gas coverage. (For
example, i f tungsten is 1/16 in diameter, gas cup should be a minimum of
3/16 in diameter.
Tungsten extension is the distance the tungsten extends out gas cup of
torch.
The tungsten extension should be no greater than the inside diameter of
the gas cup.
Arc length is the distance from the tungsten to the workpiece.
Ref. ST-161 892
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6
-2.Torch Movement During Welding
Tungsten Without Filler Rod
Welding direction
Form poolTilt torchMove torch to front
Tungsten With Filler Rod
Welding direction
Form poolTilt torchAdd filler metal
Remove rod
75°
75°
15°
Move torch to front
of pool. Repeat process.
6-3.Positioning Torch Tungsten For Various Weld Joints
BE SURE TO PROVIDE MODEL AND STYLE NUMBER WHEN ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS.
DB1825RDB1812R
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ENGLISH
Notes
Page 18
Notes
Page 19
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Effective January 1, 2005
(Equipment with a serial number preface of “LF” or newer)
This limited warranty supersedes all previous Miller warranties and is exclusive with no other
LIMITED WARRANTY − Subject to the terms and conditions
below, Miller Electric Mfg. Co., Appleton, Wisconsin, warrants to
its original retail purchaser that new Miller equipment sold after
the effective date of this limited warranty is free of defects in
material and workmanship at the time it is shipped by Miller.
THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
Within the warranty periods listed below, Miller will repair or
replace any warranted parts or components that fail due to such
defects in material or workmanship. Miller must be notified in
writing within thirty (30) days of such defect or failure, at which
time Miller will provide instructions on the warranty claim
procedures to be followed.
Miller shall honor warranty claims on warranted equipment
listed below in the event of such a failure within the warranty
time periods. All warranty time periods start on the date that the
equipment was delivered to the original retail purchaser, or one
year after the equipment is sent to a North American distributor
or eighteen months after the equipment is sent to an
International distributor.
1. 5 Years Parts — 3 Years Labor
* Original main power rectifiers
* Inverters (input and output rectifiers only)
2. 3 Years — Parts and Labor
* Transformer/Rectifier Power Sources
* Plasma Arc Cutting Power Sources
* Semi-Automatic and Automatic Wire Feeders
* Inverter Power Sources (Unless Otherwise Stated)
(NOTE: Engines are warranted separately by
the engine manufacturer .)
3. 1 Year — Parts and Labor Unless Specified
* DS-2 Wire Feeder
* Motor Driven Guns (w/exception of Spoolmate
Spoolguns)
* Process Controllers
* Positioners and Controllers
* Automatic Motion Devices
* RFCS Foot Controls
* Induction Heating Power Sources and Coolers
* Water Coolant Systems (Non-Integrated)
* Flowgauge and Flowmeter Regulators (No Labor)
* HF Units
* Grids
* Maxstar 85, 140
* 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
Bluefor the remaining warranty period of the
product they are installed in, or for a minimum of
one year — whichever is greater.)
4. 6 Months — Batteries
5. 90 Days — Parts
* MIG Guns/TIG Torches
guarantees or warranties expressed or implied.
* Induction Heating Coils and Blankets
* 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
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CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOSS OF
PROFIT), WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT OR
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OF LAW, CUSTOM OF TRADE OR COURSE OF DEALING,
INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL EQUIPMENT
FURNISHED BY MILLER IS EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED
BY MILLER.
Some states in the U.S.A. do not allow limitations of how long an
implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion of incidental, indirect,
special or consequential damages, so the above limitation or
exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty provides specific
legal rights, and other rights may be available, but may vary
from state to state.
In Canada, legislation in some provinces provides for certain
additional warranties or remedies other than as stated herein,
and to the extent that they may not be waived, the limitations
and exclusions set out above may not apply. This Limited
Warranty provides specific legal rights, and other rights may be
available, but may vary from province to province.
miller_warr 1/05
ENGLISH
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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.
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shipment.
For assistance in filing or settling claims, contact
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Transportation Department.
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