Miller Electric OM-1313 User Manual

OM-1313 179 084P

September 2001

Processes

MIG (GMAW) Welding
Flux Cored (FCAW) Welding

Description

Arc Welding Power Source
And Wire Feeder

R

Millermatic 185

And M-15 Gun

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will help you protect yourself against potential hazards on the worksite.

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there’s a Troubleshooting section that will

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Standard.

help you figure out what the problem is. The
parts list will then help you to decide which
exact part you may need to fix the problem.
Warranty and service information for your
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WARNING

This product, when used
for welding or cutting,
produces fumes or
gases which contain
chemicals known to the
State of California to
cause birth defects and,
in some cases, cancer.
(California Health &
Safety Code Section

25249.5 et seq.)

The following terms are
used interchangeably
throughout this manual:
MIG = GMAW

TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1 – SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

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

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

1-3. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-4. Principal Safety Standards 3. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-5. EMF Information 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 2 – INSTALLATION 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-1. Specifications 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-2. Volt-Ampere Curves 5. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-3. Welding Power Source Duty Cycle And Overheating 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-4. Welding Gun Duty Cycle And Overheating 6. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-5. Installing Work Clamp 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-6. Installing Gas Supply 7. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-7. Installing Welding Gun 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-8. Setting Gun Polarity 8. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-9. Installing Wire Spool And Adjusting Hub Tension 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-10. Changing Input Voltage 9. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-11. Electrical Service Guide 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-12. Selecting A Location And Connecting Input Power 10. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-13. Threading Welding Wire 11. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 3 – OPERATION 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-1. Front Panel Controls 13. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-2. Weld Parameter Chart 14. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 4 – MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-1. Routine Maintenance 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-2. Circuit Breakers CB1 And CB2 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-3. Changing Drive Roll And Inlet Wire Guide 16. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-4. Cleaning Or Replacing Gun Liner 17. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-5. Replacing Switch And/Or Head Tube 18. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-6. Replacing Gun Contact Tip 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-7. Troubleshooting 19. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 5 – ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM 20. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 6 – MIG WELDING (GMAW) GUIDELINES 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-1. Typical MIG Process Connections 21. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-2. Typical MIG Process Control Settings 22. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-3. Holding And Positioning Welding Gun 23. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-4. Conditions That Affect Weld Bead Shape 24. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-5. Gun Movement During Welding 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-6. Poor Weld Bead Characteristics 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-7. Good Weld Bead Characteristics 25. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-8. Troubleshooting – Excessive Spatter 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-9. Troubleshooting – Porosity 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-10. Troubleshooting – Excessive Penetration 26. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-11. Troubleshooting – Lack Of Penetration 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-12. Troubleshooting – Incomplete Fusion 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-13. Troubleshooting – Burn-Through 27. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-14. Troubleshooting – W aviness Of Bead 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-15. Troubleshooting – Distortion 28. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-16. Common MIG Shielding Gases 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-17. Troubleshooting Guide For Semiautomatic Welding Equipment 29. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 7 – PARTS LIST 32. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

OPTIONS AND ACCESSORIES
WARRANTY

OM1313

SECTION 1 – SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING

1-1. Symbol Usage

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

som _nd_4/98

Y Marks a special safety message.

. Means “Note”; not safety related.

1-2. Arc Welding Hazards

Y The symbols shown below are used throughout this manual to

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

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

repair this unit.

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

ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.

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

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

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

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

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

there is a danger of falling.

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

unit.

D Disconnect input power or stop engine before installing or

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

D Properly install and ground this equipment according to its

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

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

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

D When making input connections, attach proper grounding conduc-

tor first – double-check connections.

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

replace cord immediately if damaged – bare wiring can kill.

D Turn off all equipment when not in use.
D Do not use worn, damaged, undersized, or poorly spliced cables.
D Do not drape cables over your body.

power circuit and machine internal circuits are also

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

D If earth grounding of the workpiece is required, ground it directly

with a separate cable.

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

or another electrode from a different machine.

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

parts at once. Maintain unit according to manual.

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

or worktable as near the weld as practical.

D Insulate work clamp when not connected to workpiece to prevent

contact with any metal object.

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

single weld output terminal.

SIGNIFICANT DC VOLTAGE exists after removal of
input power on inverters.

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

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

FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous.

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

D Keep your head out of the fumes. Do not breathe the fumes.
D If inside, ventilate the area and/or use exhaust at the arc to remove

welding fumes and gases.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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ARC RAYS can burn eyes and skin.

BUILDUP OF GAS can injure or kill.

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

D Wear a welding helmet fitted with a proper shade of filter to protect

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

D Wear approved safety glasses with side shields under your

helmet.

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

glare; warn others not to watch the arc.

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

rial (leather and wool) and foot protection.

WELDING can cause fire or explosion.

Welding on closed containers, such as tanks,
drums, or pipes, can cause them to blow up. Sparks
can fly off from the welding arc. The flying sparks, hot

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

D Protect yourself and others from flying sparks and hot metal.
D Do not weld where flying sparks can strike flammable material.
D Remove all flammables within 35 ft (10.7 m) of the welding arc. If

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

D Be alert that welding sparks and hot materials from welding can

easily go through small cracks and openings to adjacent areas.

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

cause fire on the hidden side.

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

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

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

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

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

contact tip when not in use.

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

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

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

from your person before doing any welding.

workpiece, and hot equipment can cause fires and

FLYING METAL can injure eyes.

D Welding, chipping, wire brushing, and grinding

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

D Wear approved safety glasses with side

shields even under your welding helmet.

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

approved air-supplied respirator.

HOT PARTS can cause severe burns.

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

torch.

MAGNETIC FIELDS can affect pacemakers.

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

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

NOISE can damage hearing.

Noise from some processes or equipment can
damage hearing.

D Wear approved ear protection if noise level is

high.

CYLINDERS can explode if damaged.

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

D Protect compressed gas cylinders from excessive heat, mechani-

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

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

support or cylinder rack to prevent falling or tipping.

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

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

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

use or connected for use.

D Read and follow instructions on compressed gas cylinders,

associated equipment, and CGA publication P-1 listed in Safety
Standards.

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1-3. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance

FIRE OR EXPLOSION hazard.

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

combustible surfaces.

D Do not install unit near flammables.

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

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

FALLING UNIT can cause injury.

D Use lifting eye to lift unit only, NOT running

gear, gas cylinders, or any other accessories.

D Use equipment of adequate capacity to lift and

support unit.

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

long enough to extend beyond opposite side of
unit.

OVERUSE can cause OVERHEATING

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

starting to weld again.

D Do not block or filter airflow to unit.

STATIC (ESD) can damage PC boards.

MOVING PARTS can cause injury.

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

closed and securely in place.

H.F. RADIATION can cause interference.

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

navigation, safety services, computers, and
communications equipment.

D Have only qualified persons familiar with

electronic equipment perform this installation.

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

ly correct any interference problem resulting from the installa­tion.

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

equipment at once.

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

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

D Put on grounded wrist strap BEFORE handling

boards or parts.

D Use proper static-proof bags and boxes to

store, move, or ship PC boards.

MOVING PARTS can cause injury.

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

rolls.

WELDING WIRE can cause injury.

D Do not press gun trigger until instructed to do

so.

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

other people, or any metal when threading
welding wire.

1-4. Principal Safety Standards

Safety in Welding and Cutting, ANSI Standard Z49.1, from American
Welding Society, 550 N.W . LeJeune Rd, Miami FL 33126

Safety and Health Standards, OSHA 29 CFR 1910, from Superinten­dent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C.

20402.

Recommended Safe Practices for the Preparation for Welding and Cut­ting of Containers That Have Held Hazardous Substances, American

Welding Society Standard AWS F4.1, from American Welding Society,
550 N.W. LeJeune Rd, Miami, FL 33126

National Electrical Code, NFPA Standard 70, from National Fire Protec­tion Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

ARC WELDING can cause interference.

D Electromagnetic energy can interfere with

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

D Be sure all equipment in the welding area is

electromagnetically compatible.

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

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

D Locate welding operation 100 meters from any sensitive elec-

tronic equipment.

D Be sure this welding machine is installed and grounded

according t o this manual.

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

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

Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Cylinders, CGA Pamphlet P-1,
from Compressed Gas Association, 1235 Jefferson Davis Highway,
Suite 501, Arlington, VA 22202.

Code for Safety in Welding and Cutting, CSA Standard W117.2, from
Canadian Standards Association, Standards Sales, 178 Rexdale
Boulevard, Rexdale, Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3.

Safe Practices For Occupation And Educational Eye And Face
Protection, ANSI Standard Z87.1, from American National Standards
Institute, 1430 Broadway, New Y ork, NY 10018.

Cutting And Welding Processes, NFPA Standard 51B, from National
Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

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1-5. 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 power-
frequency 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 doctor,
then following the above procedures is recommended.

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2-1. Specifications

Rated Welding

Output

Amperage

Range

SECTION 2 – INSTALLATION

Amperes Input at

Maximum

Open-Circuit

Voltage DC

Voltage DC

Rated Load

Output, 60 Hz,

Single-Phase

200 V 230 V KVA KW

Weight

Overall

Dimensions

Length: 36 in

(915 mm)

150 A @ 23 Volts

DC, 60% Duty Cycle

30 – 185 33 30 (1.6)* 26 (1.4)* 6 (0.27)* 5 (0.13)*

165 lb

(75 kg)

Wire Type And Diameter

Solid Steel /

Stainless

Flux Cored Aluminum

Calculated Wire Speed

Range At No Load

Max Wire Feed Speed

While Welding

Steel

.023 – .035 in

(0.6 - 0.9 mm)
*While idling
Operating Temperature Range – –20C to +40C Storage Temperature Range – -30C to + 50C

.030 – .045 in

(0.8 – 1.2 mm)

.030 – .035 in

(0.8 – 0.9 mm)

138 – 795 IPM (3.5 – 20.3 m/min) 650 IPM (16.5 m/min)

2-2. Volt-Ampere Curves

Volt-ampere curves show mini­mum and maximum voltage and
amperage output capabilities of
unit. Curves of other settings fall be­tween curves shown.

Width: 18 in

(457 mm)

Height: 27 in

(686 mm)

va_curve1 4/95 – SB-180 824

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2-3. Welding Power Source Duty Cycle And Overheating

60% Duty Cycle At 150 Amperes

Duty Cycle is percentage of 10 mi n ­utes that unit can weld at rated load
without overheating.

If unit overheats, thermostat(s)
opens, output stops, and cooling
fan runs. Wait fifteen minutes for
unit to cool. Reduce amperage or
voltage, or duty cycle before
welding.

Y Exceeding duty cycle can

damage unit and void
warranty.

6 Minutes Welding 4 Minutes Resting

Overheating

0

15

Reduce Duty Cycle

Minutes

A or V

OR

2-4. Welding Gun Duty Cycle And Overheating

CAUTION

WELDING LONGER THAN RATED DUTY CYCLE can damage gun and void warranty.

• Do not weld at rated load longer than shown below.

• Using gasless flux cored wire reduces gun duty cycle.

Definition .023 To .045 in (0.6 To 1.1 mm)

0

10

Minutes

Duty Cycle is percentage of 10
minutes that gun can weld at
rated load without overheating.

Hard Or Flux Cored Wires

100% Duty Cycle At 150 Amperes

100% Duty Cycle At 120 Amperes

Using CO

Using Mixed Gases

2

.023 To .045 in (0.6 To 1.1 mm) Hard Or Flux Cored Wires

60% Duty Cycle At 200 Amperes

Using CO

60% Duty Cycle At 150 Amperes

Using Mixed Gases

duty1 4/95 – SB-181 009

warn7.1 8/93

2

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Continuous Welding

6 Minutes Welding 4 Minutes Resting

SB1.1 8/93

2-5. Installing Work Clamp

1 Work Cable
2 Boot
Slide boot onto work cable. Route

cable out front panel opening from

4

5

1

2

inside.
3 Negative (–) Output Terminal
Connect cable to terminal and

cover connection with boot.
4 Hardware
5 Work Clamp
Route cable through clamp handle

and secure as shown.
Close door.

2-6. Installing Gas Supply

Tools Needed:

5/8, 1-1/8 in

6

3

4

7

5

Tools Needed:

OR

8 9

1/2, 3/4 in

Argon Gas

CO2 Gas

Obtain gas cylinder and chain to
running gear, wall, or other station-

1

ary support so cylinder cannot fall
and break off valve.

1 Cap
2 Cylinder Valve

2

Remove c ap, stand to side of valve,
and open valve slightly. Gas flow
blows dust and dirt from valve.
Close valve.

3 Cylinder

3

4 Regulator/Flowmeter
Install so face is vertical.
5 Regulator/Flowmeter Gas

Hose Connection

6 Welding Power Source Gas

Hose Connection

Connect customer supplied gas
hose between regulator/flowmeter
gas hose connection, and fitting on

1

rear of welding power source.
7 Flow Adjust
Typical flow rate is 20 cfh (cubic feet

per hour). Check wire manufactur-

2

er’s recommended flow rate.
8CO2 Adapter (Customer Sup-

plied)

9 O-Ring (Customer Supplied)

3

Install adapter with O-ring between
regulator/flowmeter and CO
cylinder.

ST-801 566-A

2

ST-801 571 / ST-802 028

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2-7. Installing Welding Gun

1 Drive Assembly
2 Gun Securing Knob
3 Gun End

1

2

3

4

Loosen securing knob. Insert gun
end through opening until it bottoms
against drive assembly. Tighten
nut.

4 Gun Trigger Plug
Insert plug into receptacle, and

tighten threaded collar.
Close door.

2-8. Setting Gun Polarity

Ref. ST-801 567

1 Polarity Changeover Label
Always read and follow manufac-

ture’s recommended polarity.

1

Tools Needed:

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3/4, 11/16 in

Ref. 190 821-A

2-9. Installing Wire Spool And Adjusting Hub Tension

Use compression spring with
8 in (200 mm) spools.

Tools Needed:

15/16 in

2-10. Changing Input Voltage

2

3

When a slight force is needed
to turn spool, tension is set.

1

ST-072573-B

Y Turn Off unit, and disconnect

input power.

Unit was shipped from factory set
for 230 volts.

1 Transformer T1
2 Rear Of Power Switch S1
3 Lead Marked 230 Volt And

Fan Motor Lead

Disconnect 230 volt lead and fan
motor lead from rear of S1. Leave
fan motor lead connected to 230
volt lead.

4 Lead Marked 200 Volt
Remove cable tie, and slide short

piece of sleeving off 200 volt lead,
and slide sleeving over end of 230
volt and fan motor leads. Fold
sleeving ov e r a n d s e c u r e i n p l a c e .

Connect 200 volt lead to S1 where
230 volt lead was removed.

Reinstall wrapper.

Tools Needed:

3/8, 7/16 in

4

ST-801 580-A

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2-11. Electrical Service Guide

Input Voltage 200 230
Input Amperes At Rated Output 30 26
Max Recommended Standard Fuse Or Circuit Breaker Rating In Amperes

Circuit Breaker 1, Time-Delay

Normal Operating

Min Input Conductor Size In AWG/Kcmil 10 10

Max Recommended Input Conductor Length In Feet (Meters)
Min Grounding Conductor Size In AWG/Kcmil 10 10

Reference: 1999 National Electrical Code (NEC)
1 Choose a circuit breaker with time-current curves comparable to a Time Delay Fuse.
2 “Time-Delay” fuses are UL class “RK5” .

3 “Normal Operating” (general purpose – no intentional delay) fuses are UL class “K5” (up to and including 60 amp), and UL class “H” ( 65 amp and

above).

Y Caution: Failure to follow these fuse and circuit breaker recommendations could create an electric shock or fire hazard.

2

3

35 30
45 40

97

(29)

128
(39)

2-12. Selecting A Location And Connecting Input Power

1 Rating Label
Supply correct input power.

Y Do not move or operate unit

where it could tip.

18 in (457 mm) of
space for airflow

Y Always connect grounding

conductor first.

= GND/PE

5

L1
L2

2 Plug
3 Receptacle
Connect plug to receptacle.
4 Input And Grounding

Conductors

Connect directly to line disconnect
device if hard wiring is required.

5 Line Disconnect Device
See Section 2-11.

Y Special installation may be

required where gasoline or
volatile liquids are present –
see NEC Article 511 or CEC
Section 2 0 .

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1

1

4

2

3

L2

230 VAC, 1

L1

801 568 / Ref. 800 797-B