Miller Electric Remote Operator Interface, ROI Owner's Manual

ROI

OM-217 834G 2006−06

Processes

MIG (GMAW) Welding

Description

Wire Feeder

(Remote Operator Interface)

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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.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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

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

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

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

1-4. California Proposition 65 Warnings 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-5. Principal Safety Standards 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

1-6. EMF Information 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 2 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT UTILISATION 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-1. Symboles utilisés 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-2. Dangers relatifs au soudage à l’arc 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-3. Dangers supplémentaires en relation avec l’installation, le fonctionnement et la maintenance 7 . . . . . .

2-4. Proposition californienne 65 Avertissements 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-5. Principales normes de sécurité 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2-6. Information EMF 8 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 3 − INTRODUCTION 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3-1. Specifications 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 4 − INSTALLATION 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-1. Mounting Plate Hole Layout 9 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-2. Installing Insulator Kit 10 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-3. Remote Operator Interface And Wire Drive Installation 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-4. Connection Diagram 11 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-5. Rear Panel Connections 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-6. 9-Pin Network Receptacle Information 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-7. Gun Recommendation Table 12 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-8. Power Source Display At Power Up 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4-9. Dual Schedule Switch Option 13 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 5 − OPERATION 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-1. Operational Terms 14 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-2. Power Switch 15 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-3. Front Panel Sections 16 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-4. Program Push Button 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-5. Upper Display 17 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-6. Lower Display 18 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-7. Feeder Set Up Push Button 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-8. Adjust Knob 19 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-9. Process Set Up Push Button 20 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-10. Jog/Purge 21 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5-11. Reset Mode 22 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 6 − SETTING SEQUENCE PARAMETERS 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6-1. Sequence Parameters In A Program 23 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 7 − MAINTENANCE 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7-1. Routine Maintenance 24 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7-2. Diagnostics 25 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 8 − ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM 28 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

SECTION 9 − PARTS LIST 30 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

WARRANTY

SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING

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

1-1. Symbol Usage

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

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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 1-5. Read and follow all
Safety Standards.

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

repair this unit.

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

ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.

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

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

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

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

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

there is a danger of falling.

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

unit.

D Additional safety precautions are required when any of the follow-

ing electrically hazardous conditions are present: in damp
locations or while wearing wet clothing; on metal structures such
as floors, gratings, or scaffolds; when in cramped positions such
as sitting, kneeling, or lying; or when there is a high risk of unavoid­able or accidental contact with the workpiece or ground. For these
conditions, use the following equipment in order presented: 1) a
semiautomatic DC constant voltage (wire) welder, 2) a DC manual
(stick) welder, or 3) an AC welder with reduced open-circuit volt­age. In most situations, use of a DC, constant voltage wire welder
is recommended. And, do not work alone!

D Disconnect input power or stop engine before installing or

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

D Properly install and ground this equipment according to its

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

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

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

D When making input connections, attach proper grounding conduc-

tor first − double-check connections.

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

replace cord immediately if damaged − bare wiring can kill.

power circuit and machine internal circuits are also

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

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

with a separate cable.

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

or another electrode from a different machine.

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

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

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

parts at once. Maintain unit according to manual.

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

or worktable as near the weld as practical.

D Insulate work clamp when not connected to workpiece to prevent

contact with any metal object.

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

single weld output terminal.

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

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

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

FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous.

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

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

arc to remove welding fumes and gases.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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ARC RAYS can burn eyes and skin.

BUILDUP OF GAS can injure or kill.

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

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

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

D Wear approved safety glasses with side shields under your

helmet.

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

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

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

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

WELDING can cause fire or explosion.

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

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

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

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

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

easily go through small cracks and openings to adjacent areas.

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

cause fire on the hidden side.

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

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

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

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

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

contact tip when not in use.

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

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

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

from your person before doing any welding.

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

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

workpiece, and hot equipment can cause fires and

FLYING METAL can injure eyes.

D Welding, chipping, wire brushing, and grinding

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

D Wear approved safety glasses with side

shields even under your welding helmet.

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

approved air-supplied respirator.

HOT PARTS can cause severe burns.

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

torch.

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

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

MAGNETIC FIELDS can affect pacemakers.

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

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

NOISE can damage hearing.

Noise from some processes or equipment can
damage hearing.

D Wear approved ear protection if noise level is

high.

CYLINDERS can explode if damaged.

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

D Protect compressed gas cylinders from excessive heat, mechani-

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

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

support or cylinder rack to prevent falling or tipping.

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

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

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

use or connected for use.

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

ber of persons to lift and move cylinders.

D Read and follow instructions on compressed gas cylinders,

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

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

FIRE OR EXPLOSION hazard.

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

combustible surfaces.

D Do not install unit near flammables.

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

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

FALLING UNIT can cause injury.

D Use lifting eye to lift unit only, NOT running

gear, gas cylinders, or any other accessories.

D Use equipment of adequate capacity to lift and

support unit.

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

long enough to extend beyond opposite side of
unit.

OVERUSE can cause OVERHEATING

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

starting to weld again.

D Do not block or filter airflow to unit.

STATIC (ESD) can damage PC boards.

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 such as fans.
D Keep all doors, panels, covers, and guards

closed and securely in place.

D Have only qualified persons remove doors,

panels, covers, or guards for maintenance as
necessary.

D Reinstall doors, panels, covers, or guards

when maintenance is finished and before re­connecting input power.

READ INSTRUCTIONS.

D Read Owner’s Manual before using or servic-

ing unit.

D Use only genuine Miller/Hobart replacement

parts.

H.F. RADIATION can cause interference.

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

navigation, safety services, computers, and
communications equipment.

D Have only qualified persons familiar with

electronic equipment perform this installation.

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

ly correct any interference problem resulting from the installa­tion.

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

equipment at once.

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

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

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. California Proposition 65 Warnings

Y 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.)

Y 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.

ARC WELDING can cause interference.

D Electromagnetic energy can interfere with

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

D Be sure all equipment in the welding area is

electromagnetically compatible.

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

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

D Locate welding operation 100 meters from any sensitive elec-

tronic equipment.

D Be sure this welding machine is installed and grounded

according to this manual.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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1-5. Principal Safety Standards

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

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

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

National Electrical Code, NFPA Standard 70, from National Fire Protec­tion Association, P.O. Box 9101, 1 Battery March Park, Quincy, MA
02269−9101 (phone: 617−770−3000, website: www.nfpa.org).

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

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

1-6. EMF Information

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

Welding current, as it flows through welding cables, will cause electro­magnetic fields. There has been and still is some concern about such
fields. However, after examining more than 500 studies spanning 17
years of research, a special blue ribbon committee of the National
Research Council concluded that: “The body of evidence, in the
committee’s judgment, has not demonstrated that exposure to power­frequency electric and magnetic fields is a human-health hazard.”
However, studies are still going forth and evidence continues to be
examined. Until the final conclusions of the research are reached, you
may wish to minimize your exposure to electromagnetic fields when
welding or cutting.

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

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

Practice For Occupational And Educational Eye And Face Protection,

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

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

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

OSHA, Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General Indus­try, Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 1910, Subpart Q,
and Part 1926, Subpart J, from U.S. Government Printing Office, Super­intendent of Documents, P.O. Box 371954, Pittsburgh, PA 15250 (there
are 10 Regional Offices−−phone for Region 5, Chicago, is
312−353−2220, website: www.osha.gov).

1. Keep cables close together by twisting or taping them.

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

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

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

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

About Pacemakers:

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

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SECTION 2 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT UTILISATION

fre_som _3/05

Y Avertissement : se protéger et protéger les autres contre le risque de blessure — lire et respecter ces consignes.

2-1. Symboles utilisés

Symbole graphique d’avertissement ! Attention ! Cette pro­cédure comporte des risques possibles ! Les dangers éven­tuels sont représentés par les symboles graphiques joints.

Y Indique un message de sécurité particulier

. Signifie NOTE ; n’est pas relatif à la sécurité.

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

Y Les symboles représentés ci-dessous sont utilisés dans ce manuel

pour attirer l’attention et identifier les dangers possibles. En
présence de l’un de ces symboles, prendre garde et suivre les
instructions afférentes pour éviter tout risque. Les instructions en
matière de sécurité indiquées ci-dessous ne constituent qu’un
sommaire des instructions de sécurité plus complètes fournies
dans les normes de sécurité énumérées dans la Section 2-5. Lire et
observer toutes les normes de sécurité.

Y Seul un personnel qualifié est autorisé à installer, faire fonction-

ner, entretenir et réparer cet appareil.

Y Pendant le fonctionnement, maintenir à distance toutes les per-

sonnes, notamment les enfants de l’appareil.

UNE DÉCHARGE ÉLECTRIQUE peut
entraîner la mort.

Le contact d’organes électriques sous tension peut
provoquer des accidents mortels ou des brûlures
graves. Le circuit de l’électrode et de la pièce est

sortie. Le circuit d’alimentation et les circuits internes de la machine
sont également sous tension lorsque l’alimentation est sur Marche.
Dans le mode de soudage avec du fil, le fil, le dérouleur, le bloc de
commande du rouleau et toutes les parties métalliques en contact
avec le fil sont sous tension électrique. Un équipement installé ou mis
à la terre de manière incorrecte ou impropre constitue un danger.

D Ne pas toucher aux pièces électriques sous tension.
D Porter des gants isolants et des vêtements de protection secs et sans

trous.

D S’isoler de la pièce à couper et du sol en utilisant des housses ou des

tapis assez grands afin d’éviter tout contact physique avec la pièce à
couper ou le sol.

D Ne pas se servir de source électrique à courant électrique dans les zo-

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

D Se servir d’une source électrique à courant électrique UNIQUEMENT si

le procédé de soudage le demande.

D Si l’utilisation d’une source électrique à courant électrique s’avère né-

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

D D’autres consignes de sécurité sont nécessaires dans les conditions

suivantes : risques électriques dans un environnement humide ou si l’on
porte des vêtements mouillés ; sur des structures métalliques telles que
sols, grilles ou échafaudages ; en position coincée comme assise, à ge­noux ou couchée ; ou s’il y a un risque élevé de contact inévitable ou
accidentel avec la pièce à souder ou le sol. Dans ces conditions, utiliser
les équipements suivants, dans l’ordre indiqué : 1) un poste à souder DC
à tension constante (à fil), 2) un poste à souder DC manuel (électrode)
ou 3) un poste à souder AC à tension à vide réduite. Dans la plupart des
situations, l’utilisation d’un poste à souder DC à fil à tension constante
est recommandée. En outre, ne pas travailler seul !

D 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).

D Installer le poste correctement et le mettre à la terre convenablement

selon les consignes du manuel de l’opérateur et les normes nationales,
provinciales et locales.

D 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.

D En effectuant les raccordements d’entrée, fixer d’abord le conducteur

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

sous tension lorsque le courant est délivré à la

Ce groupe de symboles signifie Avertissement ! Attention ! Risques
d’ÉLECTROCUTION, ORGANES MOBILES et PARTIES
CHAUDES. Consulter les symboles et les instructions afférentes
ci-dessous concernant les mesures à prendre pour supprimer
les dangers.

D Vérifier fréquemment le cordon d’alimentation afin de s’assurer qu’il

n’est pas altéré ou à nu, le remplacer immédiatement s’il l’est. Un fil à nu
peut entraîner la mort.

D L’équipement doit être hors tension lorsqu’il n’est pas utilisé.
D Ne pas utiliser des câbles usés, endommagés, de grosseur insuffisante

ou mal épissés.

D Ne pas enrouler les câbles autour du corps.
D Si la pièce soudée doit être mise à la terre, le faire directement avec un

câble distinct.

D Ne pas toucher l’électrode quand on est en contact avec la pièce, la terre

ou une électrode provenant d’une autre machine.

D Ne pas toucher des porte électrodes connectés à deux machines en

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

D N’utiliser qu’un matériel en bon état. Réparer ou remplacer sur-le-

champ les pièces endommagées. Entretenir l’appareil conformément à
ce manuel.

D Porter un harnais de sécurité si l’on doit travailler au-dessus du sol.
D S’assurer que tous les panneaux et couvercles sont correctement en

place.

D 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.

D Isoler la pince de masse quand pas mis à la pièce pour éviter le contact

avec tout objet métallique.

D Ne pas raccorder plus d’une électrode ou plus d’un câble de masse à

une même borne de sortie de soudage.

Il reste une TENSION DC NON NÉGLIGEABLE dans
les sources de soudage onduleur quand on a coupé
l’alimentation.

D Arrêter les convertisseurs, débrancher le courant électrique et

décharger les condensateurs d’alimentation selon les instructions indi­quées dans la partie Entretien avant de toucher les pièces.

LES FUMÉES ET LES GAZ peuvent
être dangereux.

Le soudage génère des fumées et des gaz. Leur
inhalation peut être dangereuse pour la santé.

D Ne pas mettre sa tête au-dessus des vapeurs. Ne pas respirer ces va-

peurs.

D 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.

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

vé.

D 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.

D 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.

D Ne pas souder dans des endroits situés à proximité d’opérations de dé-

graissage, 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.

D Ne pas souder des métaux munis d’un revêtement, tels que l’acier gal-

vanisé, 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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LES RAYONS D’ARC peuvent entraî­ner des brûlures aux yeux et à la peau.

Le rayonnement de l’arc du procédé de soudage
génère des rayons visibles et invisibles intenses
(ultraviolets et infrarouges) susceptibles de provo-

Des étincelles sont projetées pendant le soudage.
D Porter un casque de soudage approuvé muni de verres filtrants ap-

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

D Porter des lunettes de sécurité avec écrans latéraux même sous vo-

tre casque.

D 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.

D Porter des vêtements confectionnés avec des matières résistantes

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

quer des brûlures dans les yeux et sur la peau.

LE SOUDAGE peut provoquer un
incendie ou une explosion.

Le soudage effectué sur des conteneurs fermés tels
que des réservoirs, tambours ou des conduites peut
provoquer leur éclatement. Des étincelles peuvent

d’étincelles, des pièces chaudes et des équipements chauds peuvent
provoquer des incendies et des brûlures. Le contact accidentel de
l’électrode avec des objets métalliques peut provoquer des étincelles,
une explosion, une surchauffe ou un incendie. Avant de commencer
le soudage, vérifier et s’assurer que l’endroit ne présente pas de
danger.

D 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 homologuées.

D Ne pas souder dans un endroit où des étincelles peuvent tomber sur

des substances inflammables.

D Se protéger, ainsi que toute autre personne travaillant sur les lieux,

contre les étincelles et le métal chaud.

D Des étincelles et des matériaux chauds du soudage peuvent

facilement passer dans d’autres zones en traversant de petites
fissures et des ouvertures.

D Afin d’éliminer tout risque de feu, être vigilant et garder toujours un

extincteur à la portée de main.

D Le soudage effectué sur un plafond, plancher, paroi ou séparation

peut déclencher un incendie de l’autre côté.

D 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).

D 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.

D Ne pas utiliser le poste de soudage pour dégeler des conduites

gelées.

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

électrode ou couper le fil à la pointe de contact.

D Porter des vêtements de protection exempts d’huile tels que des

gants en cuir, une veste résistante, des pantalons sans revers, des
bottes et un casque.

D Avant de souder, retirer toute substance combustible de ses poches

telles qu’un allumeur au butane ou des allumettes.

D Suivre les consignes de OSHA 1910.252 (a) (2) (iv) et de NFPA 51B

pour travaux de soudage et prévoir un détecteur d’incendie et un ex­tincteur à proximité.

être projetées de l’arc de soudure. La projection

DES PARTICULES VOLANTES
peuvent blesser les yeux.

D 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

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

facial.

de projeter du laitier.

LES ACCUMULATIONS DE GAZ
risquent de provoquer des blessures
ou même la mort.

D Fermer l’alimentation du gaz protecteur en cas

de non-utilisation.

D Veiller toujours à bien aérer les espaces confi-

nés ou se servir d’un respirateur d’adduction
d’air homologué.

DES PIÈCES CHAUDES peuvent
provoquer des brûlures graves.

D Ne pas toucher des parties chaudes à mains

nues.

D Prévoir une période de refroidissement avant

D Ne pas toucher aux pièces chaudes, utiliser les outils recom-

mandés et porter des gants de soudage et des vêtements épais
pour éviter les brûlures.

d’utiliser le pistolet ou la torche.

LES CHAMPS MAGNÉTIQUES peuvent

affecter les stimulateurs cardiaques.

D Porteurs de stimulateur cardiaque, rester

à distance.

D Les porteurs d’un stimulateur cardiaque doi-

vent d’abord consulter leur médecin avant de
s’approcher des opérations de soudage à l’arc,
de gougeage ou de soudage par points.

LE BRUIT peut endommager l’ouïe.

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

D Porter des protections approuvées pour les

oreilles si le niveau sonore est trop élevé.

LES BOUTEILLES peuvent exploser
si elles sont endommagées.

Des bouteilles de gaz protecteur contiennent du gaz
sous haute pression. Si une bouteille est endomma­gée, elle peut exploser. Du fait que les bouteilles de
gaz font normalement partie du procédé de soudage,

les manipuler avec précaution.

D Protéger les bouteilles de gaz comprimé d’une chaleur excessi-

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

D Placer les bouteilles debout en les fixant dans un support sta-

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

D Tenir les bouteilles éloignées des circuits de soudage ou autres

circuits électriques.

D Ne jamais placer une torche de soudage sur une bouteille à gaz.
D Une électrode de soudage ne doit jamais entrer en contact avec

une bouteille.

D Ne jamais souder une bouteille pressurisée − risque d’explosion.
D Utiliser seulement des bouteilles de gaz protecteur, régulateurs,

tuyaux et raccords convenables pour cette application spécifi­que ; les maintenir ainsi que les éléments associés en bon état.

D Détourner votre visage du détendeur-régulateur lorsque vous

ouvrez la soupape de la bouteille.

D Le couvercle du détendeur doit toujours être en place, sauf lors-

que la bouteille est utilisée ou qu’elle est reliée pour usage ulté­rieur.

D Utiliser les équipements corrects, les bonnes procédures et suf-

fisamment de personnes pour soulever et déplacer les bouteil­les.

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

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

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2-3. Dangers supplémentaires en relation avec l’installation, le fonctionnement et la maintenance

Risque D’INCENDIE OU D’EXPLO­SION.

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

à proximité de surfaces inflammables.

D Ne pas installer l’appareil à proximité de

D Ne pas surcharger l’installation électrique − s’assurer que

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

produits inflammables.

LA CHUTE DE L’APPAREIL peut
blesser.

D Utiliser l’anneau de levage uniquement pour

soulever l’appareil, NON PAS les chariots, les
bouteilles de gaz ou tout autre accessoire.

D Utiliser un équipement de levage de capacité

D En utilisant des fourches de levage pour déplacer l’unité, s’assu-

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

suffisante pour lever l’appareil.

L’EMPLOI EXCESSIF peut SUR­CHAUFFER L’ÉQUIPEMENT.

D Prévoir une période de refroidissement ;

respecter le cycle opératoire nominal.

D Réduire le courant ou le facteur de marche

avant de poursuivre le soudage.

D Ne pas obstruer les passages d’air du poste.

LES CHARGES ÉLECTROSTATIQUES
peuvent endommager les circuits
imprimés.

D Établir la connexion avec la barrette de terre

avant de manipuler des cartes ou des pièces.

D Utiliser des pochettes et des boîtes antistati-

ques pour stocker, déplacer ou expédier des
cartes PC.

DES ORGANES MOBILES peuvent
provoquer des blessures.

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

tels que des rouleaux de commande.

LES FILS DE SOUDAGE peuvent
provoquer des blessures.

D Ne pas appuyer sur la gâchette avant d’en

avoir reçu l’instruction.

D Ne pas diriger le pistolet vers soi, d’autres

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

DES ORGANES MOBILES peuvent
provoquer des blessures.

D S’abstenir de toucher des organes mobiles tels

que des ventilateurs.

D Maintenir fermés et verrouillés les portes,

panneaux, recouvrements et dispositifs de

D Seules des personnes qualifiées sont autorisées à enlever les

portes, panneaux, recouvrements ou dispositifs de protection
pour l’entretien.

D Remettre les portes, panneaux, recouvrements ou dispositifs de

protection quand l’entretien est terminé et avant de rebrancher
l’alimentation électrique.

protection.

LIRE LES INSTRUCTIONS.

D Lire le manuel d’utilisation avant d’utiliser ou

d’intervenir sur l’appareil.

D Utiliser uniquement des pièces de rechange

Miller/Hobart.

LE RAYONNEMENT HAUTE
FRÉQUENCE (HF) risque de provoquer
des interférences.

D Le rayonnement haute fréquence (HF) peut

provoquer des interférences avec les équipe­ments de radio-navigation et de communica-

D Demander seulement à des personnes qualifiées familiarisées

avec des équipements électroniques de faire fonctionner l’instal­lation.

D L’utilisateur est tenu de faire corriger rapidement par un électri-

cien qualifié les interférences résultant de l’installation.

D Si le FCC signale des interférences, arrêter immédiatement

l’appareil.

D Effectuer régulièrement le contrôle et l’entretien de l’installation.
D 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.

tion, les services de sécurité et les ordinateurs.

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

D L’énergie électromagnétique peut gêner le

fonctionnement d’appareils électroniques
comme des ordinateurs et des robots.

D Veiller à ce que tout l’équipement de la zone de

D 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).

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

ment électronique sensible.

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

conformément à ce mode d’emploi.

D 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.

soudage soit compatible électromagnétiquement.

2-4. Proposition californienne 65 Avertissements

Y 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)

Y 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.

Pour les moteurs à essence :
Y 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 :
Y 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.

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2-5. 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, 1 Battery March Park, 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, 1735 Jefferson Davis Highway, Suite
1004, Arlington, VA 22202-4102 (téléphone : 703-412-0900, site Internet
: www.cganet.com).

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

2-6. 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 :

Boulevard, Rexdale, Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3 (téléphone :
800-463-6727 ou à Toronto 416-747-4044, site Internet :
www.csa-international.org).

Practice For Occupational And Educational Eye And Face Protection,

ANSI Standard Z87.1, de American National Standards Institute, 11 West
42nd 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, 1 Battery March Park, 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 (il y a 10
bureaux régionaux−−le téléphone de la région 5, Chicago, est
312-353-2220, site Internet : www.osha.gov).

1. Maintenir les câbles ensemble en les tordant ou en les enveloppant.

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 stimulateurs cardiaques

Les porteurs de stimulateur cardiaque doivent consulter leur médecin
avant de souder ou d’approcher des opérations de soudage. Si le méde­cin approuve, il est recommandé de suivre les procédures précédentes.

OM-217 834 Page 8

3-1. Specifications

SECTION 3 − INTRODUCTION

Type of Input

Power

40 Volts DC
10 Amperes

Welding Power

Source Type

Axcess Series Standard: 40 To 1400 ipm (1.0

Wire Feed Speed Range

To 35.6 mpm)

SECTION 4 − INSTALLATION

4-1. Mounting Plate Hole Layout

4 in

(102 mm)

Wire Diameter

.035 To 1/16 in

(0.8 To 1.6 mm)

Max Spool

Weight: 60 lb (27

7/32 in

(5.6 mm) Dia.

(4 holes)

Range

kg)

Welding Circuit

Rating

100 Volts,

750 Amperes,

100% Duty

Cycle

Overall

Dimensions

Length: 7 in (178

mm)

Width: 7 in

(178 mm)

Height: 12 in

(305 mm)

Weight

11 lb

(5 kg)

1-3/4 in

(44 mm)

3 in

(76 mm)

1-3/4 in

(44 mm)

Ref. 200 553-A

OM-217 834 Page 9

4-2. Installing Insulator Kit

Y Turn Off and disconnect

input power.

1 ROI Control

1

2

3

2 Insulator Plate
3 Mounting Plate
4 1/4-20x3/4 in Screw (4)
5 Nylon Shoulder Washer (4)
6 3/8 in Flat Washer (4)
Place insulator plate between ROI

base and metal mounting surface.
Place nylon shoulder washer over

screw.
Place flat washer over shoulder

washer.
Insert hardware assembly through

hole in metal mounting base, insu­lator, and into ROI base (4 loca­tions). Tighten hardware to secure
control.

Tools Needed:

1/2 in

6
5

4

804 165-A

OM-217 834 Page 10

4-3. Remote Operator Interface And Wire Drive Installation

3

5

4

4-4. Connection Diagram

1

5

2

Typical Swingarc installation shown;
however, various installations are
possible depending on the
application.

1 Remote Operator Interface
2 Swingarc Swivel Assembly
3 Boom
4 AA40G Wire Drive Assembly
5 Trigger Cable

Ref. 803 697-E

1

3

9

7

11

6

8

11

2

5

10

4

1 Welding Power Source
2 Wire Feeder
3 Gas Cylinder
4 Gas Hose
5 Network Feeder Cable
6 Negative (−) Weld Cable
7 Workpiece
8 Voltage Sensing Lead

(Optional)

. Positive (+) voltage sensing

lead is contained in the motor
cable.

9 Positive (+) Weld Cable
10 Motor Cable
11 Trigger Cable

803 698-E

OM-217 834 Page 11

4-5. Rear Panel Connections

F

E

I

D

C

2

1

4-6. 9-Pin Network Receptacle Information

1 9-Pin Network Receptacle
2 Motor Control/Shielding Gas

Valve Receptacle

3 Rating Label Location

3

Ref. 803 503-A

9

E

G

H

I

A

B

Pin Pin Information

A Capacitor C1 to ground
B Shield
C Volt sense
D Can low
E Can high
F +24 volts dc common

G + 24 volts dc
H Motor voltage +40 volts dc common

I Motor voltage +40 volts dc

4-7. Gun Recommendation Table

Process Gun

GMAW − Hard or Cored Wires 400, 500, And 600 Amp

GMAW − Pulse Water-Cooled Guns

Air-Cooled Guns

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4-8. Power Source Display At Power Up

1

1 Upper Display
2 Lower Display

Program

Process
Wire Type
Gas Type

Process Set Up Feeder Set Up

Power Source

Volts Time

WFS Amps

Adjust

Upper Display

Arc Adjust

Arc Ctl

Lower Display

Sequence
Trigger Control
Trigger Hold

2

Voltage Range

Net Wait

DTEC OFF

Axcess Axcs 300/450/675 10 44

4-9. Dual Schedule Switch Option

11

DSS-9M

22

1 Maint 2P (Maintained-Contact

2-Pole Switch)

DSS-9M Part# 041 793

3A

1

4B

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SECTION 5 − OPERATION

5-1. Operational Terms

The following is a list of terms and their definitions as they apply to the interface unit in the wire feeder:

General Terms:
Arc Adjust Term used to represent arc length adjustments in pulse programs. Increasing Arc Adjust increases

Trigger Control Selecting Trigger Control allows activating trigger functions such as DS, TH, 4T, TDS, and TPS.
DS (Dual Schedule) Dual Schedule allows selecting a pair of programs that can be used together.
TH (Trigger Hold) Trigger Hold allows the operator to feed wire without continuously pressing the gun trigger. In trigger

4T 4T allows the operator to select between weld parameters and crater parameters using the gun

TDS (Trigger Dual Schedule) TDS allows the operator to select between a pair of weld programs by using the gun trigger. In TDS

TPS (Trigger Program Schedule) TPS allows the operator to select weld programs by using the gun trigger. In TPS mode, momentarily

Program Eight active slots for selection of various processes, wire type, and parameters.
Process A selection made for MIG, Pulse, Accu-pulse, and RMD (optional).
MIG CV weld process with individual settings of voltage and wire speed.
Pulse Conventional pulse program using peak, background, pulse width, frequency, and peak voltage as

Accu-pulse Pulse process utilizing constant current ramps with constant voltage control of peaks and

Accuspeed CV Pulse process designed for high travel speeds. Typically used in Robotic applications. Arc is de-

AccuCurve CV Pulse process using a pulse waveform with modified curves at particular locations within the wa-

RMD (optional) RMD refers to Regulated Metal Deposition. A precisely controlled short-circuit transfer. Benefits of

Wire Type Selection of wire type by alloys and classification.
Gas Type Selection of shielding gas being used in application.
Process Set Up Selection procedure for entering program.
Program Load Enters selected program information into program slot.
Volts Preset voltage in MIG mode at idle, actual voltage while welding, and 3 seconds hold value at end of

Time Indicates time values being set for timed functions (e.g. Preflow, Postflow which are only available in

Arc Length Distance from end of wire electrode to workpiece.
WFS Term used to represent wire feed speed. In MIG mode, wire feed setting is independent of voltage

Amps Indicates average amperage while welding and 3 seconds hold value at end of weld.
Arc Control Allows setting of inductance in MIG mode. In pulse and Accu-pulse mode, this adjustment changes

Inductance In short circuit GMAW welding, an increase in inductance will decrease the number of short circuit

Adjust Control knob used to change or set parameters and functions.

the actual arc length. Likewise, decreasing arc adjust shortens arc length. Arc Adjust is replaced by
volts in MIG programs.

hold mode, momentarily press gun trigger, and wire will feed until gun trigger is momentarily pressed
again.

trigger. Crater time must be set for at least 0.2 seconds to make this function operational. If gun
trigger is released during welding, unit goes into trigger hold, then pressing and holding trigger again
causes unit to stay in crater until trigger is released and crater parameter times out.

mode, momentarily pressing the gun trigger allows the operator to cycle between a pair of preselected
weld programs.

pressing the gun trigger allows the operator to cycle through preselected weld programs up to a total
of 8 programs.

factory taught data. Adaptive method is controlled by frequency adjustment.

backgrounds. Adaptive response is controlled by peak and minimum current levels. Benefits are
shorter arc lengths, better puddle control, more tolerant of tip-to-work variation, less audible noise, no
arc wandering, allows weld to fill in at toes increasing travel speed and deposition, and more tolerant
to poor fit up and gaps.

signed to be tight and fast. Front panel display is ACCU − SPED.

veform. Has a distinguished change in arc characteristics. Front panel display is ACCU − CURV.

RMD are well suited to thin materials, improves gap filling and spatter reduction. Provides less heat
input into workpiece, minimizes distortion and allows use of larger diameter wire on thin gauge
materials.

weld.

the Arc On and Analog input or the Arc On and No Analog input modes).

setting. In pulse, Accu-pulse, and RMD (optional) adjusting wire feed speed also increases power
level on wire electrode (one knob control).

the arc cone by adjusting the preprogrammed factory pulse data. In RMD (optional), this control will
affect the in much the same way as inductance.

transfers per second (provided no other changes are made) and increase the arc-on time. The
increased arc-on time makes the welding puddle more fluid.

OM-217 834 Page 14

General Terms:
Sequence Selecting Sequence will allow setting of preflow, start, crater, and postflow times and parameters.
Preflow Setting a time value for gas flow prior to arc start.
Start Provides voltage/arc adjust, wire feed rate, and time value for modified arc starts (which is only

Crater Allows setting of voltage/arc adjust, wire feed rate, and time value for arc ends.
Postflow Setting a time value for gas flow after arc end.
Feeder Set Up Allow selection of Sequence and trigger functions.
Auto Thread Method of jogging wire without holding jog or trigger switch. Pressing Jog and Retract simultaneously

adjustable with the optional PDA with File Management/WaveWriter software).

will automatically feed wire. Default setting is 192 at a feed rate of 700 ipm (these values can be
changed using a PDA with File Management/WaveWriter software). Pressing jog, purge, or trigger
switch will terminate the auto-threading feature.

5-2. Power Switch

1 Power Switch

1

803 694-A

OM-217 834 Page 15

5-3. Front Panel Sections

See

Section

5-4

Program

Volts Time

Arc Adjust

See

Section

5-5

See

Section

5-6

WFS Amps

Process
Wire Type
Gas Type

Process Set Up Feeder Set Up

See

Section

5-9

Adjust

See

Section

5-8

Arc Ctl

Sequence
Trigger Control
Trigger Hold

See

Section

5-7

OM-217 834 Page 16

5-4. Program Push Button

1

2

Program

1 Program Display
The number of the active program

is displayed.
2 Program Push Button
3 Program Push Button LED
The LED lights to indicate that

programs can be changed using
the Adjust knob.

Momentarily press button to
illuminate LED. To change the

3

program number, rotate Adjust knob
to select one of eight programs.

Pressing and holding the push
button will display the program
name, current wire size, wire type,
and process.

To reset feeder to factory settings,
turn power source off for 10
seconds. Press and hold button in
on power up, wait until top display
shows RST and bottom display
shows NO before releasing button.
Feeder Set Up button LED will
begin flashing. Turn Adjust knob to
change bottom display to show
YES, then press Feeder Set Up
button to confirm selection. The top
display will show CYCL and the
lower display will show PWR. Turn
welding power source power off for
10 seconds, then turn power back
on again.

5-5. Upper Display

1

4

1 Upper Display
The upper display at idle (not welding) shows

preset volts with process selection MIG or Arc
Adjust for all other processes. When welding,
the display shows actual voltage. The display
will show actual voltage for approximately 3
seconds after welding stops before returning
to preset value.

2 Upper Display Push Button
Press the button to illuminate the LED and

allow changing information in the display.
3 Upper Display Push Button LED
The upper display push button LED

Volts Arc Adjust

5

illuminates to indicate that information
displayed can be changed by the Adjust knob.

4 Volts LED
Indicates a voltage value is being displayed,

preset voltage in MIG when not welding and
actual voltage while welding.

5 Arc Adjust LED
Indicates that displayed value is an arc length

value when the process is Pulse, Accu-pulse,
or RMD (optional).

. At any time while welding, the display

allows adjustment of the weld voltage or
arc adjust preset values by turning the

3

2

Adjust knob. The preset values will be
displayed while the knob is being rotated
and return to displaying actual values
when adjustment is completed.

To activate Carbon Arc Gouging (CAC), press
and hold the upper display push button in on
power up. CAC will appear on the upper dis­play and NO will appear on the lower display.
Rotate adjust knob to YES on the lower dis­play, and press the flashing Feeder Set up
push button . CYCL will appear on the upper
display and PWR will appear on the lower dis­play. Turn welding power source off and back
on again to enable the Carbon Arc Gouging
process selection.

OM-217 834 Page 17

5-6. Lower Display

5

Time

7

1

2

1 Lower Display

The lower display shows WFS (wire feed
speed), AMPS (amperage), ARC CTL (arc
control), or Time. The feeder displays only
preset wire speed at idle (not welding). While
welding, the average amperage is displayed.
The lower display shows welding sequence
time when the Time LED is illuminated.

2 WFS (Wire Feed Speed) LED

LED illuminates to indicate the preset wire feed
value is being displayed and can be adjusted
using the Adjust knob.

3 Amps LED

LED illuminates to indicate the average
amperage is being displayed while welding
and for 3 seconds after welding is terminated.
The amperage must be above a minimum
value of 25 amps for this function to operate.

WFS Amps Arc Ctl

3

4 Arc Ctl (Arc Control) LED
LED illuminates to indicate that inductance

(MIG) or ARC [Pulse, Accu-pulse, or RMD
(optional)] is being displayed and can be ad­justed using the Adjust knob.

5 Time LED
LED illuminates to indicate that a time value is

being displayed for a sequence function and
can be adjusted using the Adjust knob.

6 Lower Display Push Button
7 Lower Display Push Button LED
Pressing the button illuminates the LED and

selects either WFS or Arc Ctl value for
changing using the Adjust knob.

To select Arc Ctl, press and hold lower display
button for 2 seconds. The top display will show
either INDU for a MIG program or ARC for
Pulse, Accu-pulse, or RMD (optional). To exit
Arc Ctl or INDU, either press the upper display
push button or press and hold the lower display
push button for 2 seconds.

4

6

When the lower display push-button LED and
the WFS LED are both illuminated, it is
possible to change WFS while welding by
using the Adjust knob. The value in the display
will switch momentarily to show preset wire
feed speed while turning the Adjust knob and
revert back to actual value when adjustment is
completed.

When the Arc Ctl LED is illuminated, it is pos­sible to change values while welding by using
the Adjust knob. To return to actual values on
the display, exit the Arc Ctl display.

. The lower display push button has addi-

tional functions when entering the se­quence and trigger control functions (see
Section 5-7).

OM-217 834 Page 18

5-7. Feeder Set Up Push Button

3

4

2

Sequence
Trigger Control
Trigger Hold

Feeder Set Up

Start
Time

1

Preflow

Time

Sequence Diagram

Crater

Time

Postflow

Time

1 Feeder Set Up Push Button LED
2 Feeder Set Up Push Button

• Press button to choose Sequence. Feeder

Set Up push-button LED will illuminate.

3 Sequence LED

• When the Feeder Set Up button is pressed

once, the Sequence LED will illuminate and
the upper display will show sequence
options. Use the Adjust knob to select PRE
(preflow), STRT (start), CRTR (crater), or
POST (postflow).

• Press the lower display push button and the

Lower Display push-button LED will
illuminate as well as the lower display. The
Time LED will automatically begin flashing
indicating that a time value can be entered
by turning the Adjust knob. By entering a
time value the sequence state will become
active. To turn off a sequence state, change
the time value to OFF. To step back for
selecting another sequence option, press

5-8. Adjust Knob

the Upper Display push button.

• The Sequence option STRT and CRTR will

have additional parameter settings. By
pushing the Lower Display push button a
second time, while STRT or CRTR appear
in the upper display, allows entering voltage
(MIG) or Arc Adjust [Pulse, Accu-pulse, or
RMD (optional)]. Use the Adjust knob to
change the values indicated by the flashing
LED for either Volts or Arc Adjust. Pressing
the Lower Display push button a third time
will activate the WFS setting for either STRT
or CRTR and the WFS LED will begin flash­ing. Use the Adjust knob to change the WFS
value.

• Pressing the Feeder Set Up button two

more times will exit the Sequence menu and
return the system to standby mode.

4 Trigger Control LED

• Press the Feeder Set Up button twice and

the Trigger Control LED will illuminate, and
the upper display will show the different trig-

ger control selections. Use the Adjust knob
to cycle through the trigger control methods
as follows: DS, TH, TDS, TPS, and 4T (see
Section 5-1 for definitions). The lower dis­play will show the current state of each trig­ger control method as being on or off. Not all
trigger control methods are compatible with
each other, therefore, turning on certain trig­ger selections will cause other trigger selec­tions to turn off.

• Press the lower display push button to illu-

minate the push-button LED and enable the
use of the Adjust knob to allow turning se­lected trigger control methods on or off. If
trigger hold is set to on, the Trigger Hold
LED will illuminate.

. Trigger Hold is automatically set to On

with the 4T trigger selection. This is part
of the 4T function.

• Press the Feeder Set Up button a third time

to cycle back to standby mode.

1 Adjust Knob
The Adjust knob is used to change

functions and parameters. Refer to
the front panel sections for
information regarding use of this
control.

1

Adjust

OM-217 834 Page 19

5-9. Process Set Up Push Button

3

Process
Wire Type
Gas Type

Process Set Up

1 Process Set Up Push Button
2 Process Set Up LED
3 Program Selection LEDs

2

1

• Press the Process Set Up push button the

first time will illuminate the button LED and
the Process LED. The upper and lower
displays will be used for Accu-pulse and
only the lower display for MIG, Pulse and
RMD (optional) to show the current process
installed in this program. To change
process, turn the adjust knob.

• Pressing the Process Set Up push button a

second time will illuminate the Wire Type
LED and the lower display will show wire
types available for selected processes (see
Table 4-1 for wire abbreviation). To make a
selection, turn the Adjust knob.

• Pressing the Process Set Up push button a

third time will keep Wire Type LED lit and the
upper display will show wire alloy type (see
Table 4-1 for alloy types). The upper display
push-button LED will be flashing indicating
that turning the Adjust knob will change the
alloy type for the selected process and wire
type.

Table 4-1. Welding Wire And Gas Abbreviations*

• Pressing the Process Set Up push button a

fourth time will keep Wire Type LED lit and
the upper display will show wire size. The
upper display push button will be flashing
indicating that turning the Adjust knob will
select wire sizes available for that particular
process and wire type.

• Pressing the Process Set Up push button a

fifth time will illuminate the Gas Type LED
and the lower display will show GAS and the
upper display will show gas selection (see
Table 4-1 for gas abbreviations). To make a
gas type selection, turn the Adjust knob.

• If any of the Process, wire type, alloy type,

wire size, or gas type was changed, then
pressing the Process Set Up push button a
sixth time will show PROG in the upper
display and LOAD in the lower display. The
new program would be loaded for that
particular program in slot 1 thru 8. If no
changes were made to any setup items, no
program will be loaded, and unit will return
to standby mode.

• If a custom program is loaded using an

optional PDA with File Management/Wa­veWriter software, the Program Display will
have a “C” in front of the program number.
This indicates that the program is not a
factory default program and has been
modified. By selecting or changing any
process variable and performing a program
load will restore the program back to the
factory default program.

• Pressing and holding the Process Set Up

push button in on power up allows viewing
the software revisions of each circuit board
in the system. The top display shows the
board (PCM, UIM, WFCM, and AIM (auto­mated units only) and the lower display
shows the last 3 digits of the circuit board
part number plus a letter designator. Press
the flashing Feeder Set Up push button to
exit the screen displays and continue the
power up process.

Wire Description Wire Abbreviation Alloy Type Gas Type Gas Abbreviation

Steel STL E70, E100, E120 100% CO2,

Stainless Steel SS 308, 309, 312, 316 98% Argon, 2% O

Cored Tubular Wire MCOR 71, 76, 86R, 409 90% Argon/10% CO

Aluminum ALUM 4XXX, 5XXX 100% Argon ARGN

* Not all wire types may be available with your unit.

OM-217 834 Page 20

90% Argon/10% CO2,
85% Argon/15% CO2,
75% Argon/25% CO2,

95% Argon/5% CO2,

95% Argon /5% O2,

98% Argon/2% O

(81Ar/18HE/1CO

2

2

2

Accu-pulse)

90HE/7-1/2Ar/2-1/2CO

MIG/RMD)

98% Argon/2% O

2

CO2

C10
C15
C25

C5
OX5
OX2

OX2

Tri Gas

2

2

Tri Gas

C10

OX2

5-10. Jog/Purge

1 Jog/Purge Push Button
2 Adjust Control
3 Gun Trigger Receptacle

2

3

1

803 693-A

The Jog/Purge switch provides the following
functions:

• Pressing left side of the Jog/Purge switch

allows the operator to feed wire without
energizing the weld power or gas valve
circuit. The wire will feed at a 60 ipm rate for
3 seconds, then the rate ramps up to 700
ipm until the Jog switch is released.

• The unit also provides the ability to jog the

wire feeder by means of the gun trigger.
When the gun trigger is pressed without
starting an arc, the wire will feed at run-in
speed for the first 3 seconds. During this
time OCV (open circuit voltage) will be pres-

ent as indicated on feeder upper display. Af­ter 3 seconds the weld output turns off and
the wire will feed at 60 ipm for the next 3 sec­onds and then ramps up to 700 ipm until trig­ger is released or 30 seconds elapses. If the
gun trigger is still activated after 30
seconds, the jog operation is terminated to
prevent complete unspooling of the wire and
an “ERR STRT” message is displayed on
the upper and lower displays. Releasing
and pressing the trigger again will clear the
error.

. If Start Error is enabled using an optional

PDA with File Management/WaveWriter
software, an “ERR STRT” will occur after

the first 3 seconds of run in and jogging
from the trigger is not possible.

• Pressing right side of the Jog/Purge switch

allows the operator to purge gas lines before
welding and to preset gas pressure at the
regulator.

• This unit is equipped with Auto Thread

capability. By rocking the switch from purge
to jog within 0.5 seconds will automatically
feed wire for a factory default setting of 192
in (4877 mm) of wire before stopping. The
default feed rate is 700 ipm. These settings
can be changed using an optional PDA with
File Management/WaveWriter software.

OM-217 834 Page 21

5-11. Reset Mode

Program

Process
Wire Type
Gas Type

RST

Volts Time Arc Adjust

NO

WFS Amps Arc Ctl

Sequence
Trigger Control
Trigger Hold

. Reset mode is not active when

Program Lock is enabled.

The reset mode allows the operator to
reload factory program settings for all
eight active programs in the unit.

. System configuration data will be

lost during the Reset operation.

Enter reset mode by turning power On and pressing

the Program Push Button until the RST NO message

is displayed. RST NO message will not display until

after the power-up sequence is completed

(approximately 20 seconds).

Process
Wire Type
Gas Type

RST

Volts Time Arc Adjust

YES

WFS Amps Arc Ctl

Adjust Feeder Set Up

Sequence
Trigger Control
Trigger Hold

Process Set up

Program

Process Set up

Rotate Adjust knob to change NO

to YES.

The reset message is displayed for

During the reset mode the following

factory default programs are loaded

Program 1 Pulse

Program 2 MIG

Program 3 Accu-pulse

Program 4 Pulse

Program 5 MIG

Program 6 Accu-pulse

Program 7 Pulse

Program 8 MIG

Program

Process
Wire Type
Gas Type

Process Set up

RST

Volts Time Arc Adjust

YES

WFS Amps Arc Ctl

Adjust Feeder Set Up

Sequence
Trigger Control
Trigger Hold

Adjust Feeder Set Up

Press the Arc Control button to

confirm the reset.

2 seconds while factory program

settings are being reloaded.

into the unit:

.035 Mild Steel
90% Argon, 10% CO

.035 Mild Steel
75% Argon, 25% CO

.035 Mild Steel
90% Argon, 10% O2

.045 Mild Steel
90% Argon, 10% CO

.045 Mild Steel
75% Argon, 25% CO

.045 Mild Steel
90% Argon, 10% O2

.052 Mild Steel
90% Argon, 10% CO

.052 Mild Steel
75% Argon, 25% CO

Process
Wire Type
Gas Type

CYCL

Volts Time Arc Adjust

PWR

WFS Amps Arc Ctl

Adjust Feeder Set Up

Sequence
Trigger Control
Trigger Hold

Program

Process Set up

Cycl Pwr message appears on the display

when programs complete loading.

Turn power off, wait 10 seconds, and turn

power back on again to complete the reset

operation.

. After Reset is complete, be sure to load

appropriate programs that contain the
correct wire size, process, and shielding gas
for the welding operation

2

2

2

2

2

2

198 993 / 803 246-B

OM-217 834 Page 22

SECTION 6 − SETTING SEQUENCE PARAMETERS

6-1. Sequence Parameters In A Program

Sequence Parameters

Volts/Arc

Adjust

1. Preflow Off-5.0

2. Postflow Off-5.0

IPM Seconds

. For more information on

Sequence mode, see Feeder
Set Up Push Button in Section
5-7.

Weld Time can only be set by using
an optional PDA with File
Management/WaveWriter software.

If time is set to zero in any timed
sequence, the sequence is skipped.

. Maximum IPM may actually be

lower depending on the process
and wire type selection.

3. Start

4. Crater

10.0-44.0/
0-99

10.0-44.0/
0-99

Weld

40-1400

40-1400

Off-5.0

Off-5.0

Crater

Time

Start

Preflow

Time

Preflow

Trigger

Pressed

Time

Start

Weld

Trigger

Released

Postflow

Time

PostflowCrater

Sequence

End

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SECTION 7 − MAINTENANCE

Months

7-1. Routine Maintenance

Every

3

Months

Every

6

Months

Y Disconnect power

n = Check Z = Change ~ = Clean l = Replace

* To be done by Factory Authorized Service Agent

l Unreadable Labels nl Cracked Parts nl Cords

OR

~ Inside Unit

before maintaining.

. Maintain more often

during severe conditions.

Reference

OM-217 834 Page 24

7-2. Diagnostics

The following error messages are shown on the
upper and lower displays to indicate specific errors.
Explanations are in the text below:

ERR

ERR

TACH MOTR

Indicates a
tachometer error.

ERR

COOL

Indicates a coolant
flow error.

ERR TACH

• The tach error occurs 2 seconds after the

loss of tachometer feedback. The motor
speed is regulated through the monitoring of
voltage and current. Press Jog/Purge
button to clear error.

ERR MOTR

• The motor error indicates that the motor

has been drawing too much current for too
long. To remedy this, reduce the wire feed
speed or the wire feeder torque load/duty
cycle. Press Jog/Purge button to clear error.

ERR WFS

• The wire feed speed error indicates actual

wire feed speed does not match wire feed
speed command. Press Jog/Purge button
to clear error.

ERR STRT

• The start error occurs if the user has the

trigger held for more than 3 seconds without
striking an arc, or if a valid arc voltage and
current is not detected. The 3 second arc
start error time can be changed using an op­tional PDA with File Management software.

Indicates a motor
error.

ERR

GND

Indicates a ground
current error.

ERR

WFS

Indicates a wire
feed speed error.

ERR

STUK

Indicates a wire
stuck error.

ERR STOP

• The stop error occurs as result of

obstructions in the wire feed system or a
faulty wire drive system. Check wire feed
and wire drive systems. Press Jog/Purge
button to clear error.

ERR FLOW

• The flow error indicates no gas flow to the

gun. The error may be reset by
reestablishing gas flow to the gun, and then
pressing the Jog/Purge button.

ERR COOL

• The cool error indicates no coolant flow in

water flow switch option. The error may be
reset by reestablishing coolant flow to the
gun, and then pressing the Jog/Purge
button.

ERR GND

• The ground current error occurs if weld

current is detected in the earth ground
connection. May be caused by a conductor
making contact with unit chassis. Check
and repair feeder weld connections. Press
Jog/Purge button to clear error.

ERR

STRT

Indicates an arc
start error.

ERR

TEMP

Indicates a
temperature error.

ERR

STOP

Indicates an arc
stop error.

ERR

LINE

Indicates a line
error.

ERR STUK

• The stuck error occurs if the welding wire

sticks to the workpiece at the end of a weld.
May be caused by poor weld conditions.
The error may be cleared by cutting wire
from workpiece, and pressing the Jog/
Purge button.

ERR TEMP

• The temperature error indicates welding

power source has overheated and
shutdown. The error may be cleared by
allowing unit to cool down, and pressing the
Jog/Purge button.

ERR LINE

• The line error indicates input power is

outside of unit operating range. Check and
correct input power. Press Jog/Purge
button to clear error.

ERR ARC

• The arc error indicates an arc outage

occurred possibly from a wire feeder error
or power source error. Check wire feeder
and power source. Press Jog/Purge button
to clear error.

ERR

FLOW

Indicates a gas
flow error.

ERR

ARC

Indicates an arc
error.

OM-217 834 Page 25

7-2. Diagnostics (Continued)

WELD MOTR

WAIT

Indicates a weld
cycle wait error.

RMD

DONE

Indicates an arc
error.

WELD WAIT

• The weld wait error indicates unit was not

ready for a weld sequence. Press Jog/
Purge button to clear error.

MOTR COM

• The motor communication error indi-

cates motor board lost data communica­tions. Press Jog/Purge button to clear error.

PLS WAIT

• The uim communication error indicates

user interface board lost data
communications. Press Jog/Purge button
to clear error.

OVER CRNT

• The over current error indicates welding

power source primary current is too high.
Check and correct input power. Press Jog/
Purge button to clear error.

COM

Indicates a motor
communication error.

OVER

AVER

Indicates an over
average current error.

PLS

WAIT

Indicates a UIM
communication error.

REL

TRIG

Indicates a trigger
closed error.

LOW WFS

• The low wire feed speed error indicates

actual wire feed speed is lower than wire
feed speed command. Check for
obstructions in the wire feed system or a
faulty wire drive system. Press Jog/Purge
button to clear error.

E STOP

• The emergency stop error occurs if the

user presses an emergency stop button.
Reset the emergency stop button and press
Jog/Purge button to clear error.

RMD DONE

• The RMD done error indicates the RMD

demo is completed. Press Jog/Purge button
to clear error.

OVER

CRNT

Indicates an
overcurrent error.

ERR

UNKN

Indicates an
unknown error.

LOW

WFS

Indicates a low WFS
command error.

OVER AVER

• The over average error indicates that cur-

rent is outside the average range for the set
program parameters. Check and correct
program parameters. Press Jog/Purge but­ton to clear error.

REL TRIG

• The release trigger error indicates the

user held the trigger when starting a weld
program Press Jog/Purge button to clear
error.

ERR UNKN

• The unknown error indicates a malfunc-

tion in the system somewhere. Press Jog/
Purge button to clear error.

E

STOP

Indicates an
emergency stop error.

OM-217 834 Page 26

Notes

OM-217 834 Page 27

SECTION 8 − ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM

OM-217 834 Page 28

Figure 8-1. Circuit Diagram

214 842-E

OM-217 834 Page 29

20

SECTION 9 − PARTS LIST

. Hardware is common and

not available unless listed.

5

7

6

19

18

17

1

4

3

2

8

10

9

13

11

14

15

12

16

803 696-B

Figure 9-1. Remote Operator Interface

Item

No.

Dia.

Mkgs.

Part

No.

Description

Figure 9-1. Remote Operator Interface

1 214 839 WRAPPER, feeder 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

211 164 PANEL, pc card switch/overlay (including) 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

2 210 655 NAMEPLATE, overlay 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

3 PC5 227 879 CIRCUIT CARD ASSY, switches 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

4 PC7 221 278 USER INTERFACE MODULE 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

5 212 808 BAFFLE, pc mounting 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

6 207 676 STAND−OFF, no 6-32 x .250 lg .250 hex 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

7 PC6 221 280 WIRE FEED MODULE 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

8 097 132 STAND−OFF SUPPORT, pc card 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

9 RC1 211 018 CONNECTOR, circ 97/met 9 pin size 20 rcpt 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PLG40,43,48 115 093 HOUSING PLUG+SKTS, (service kit) 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

10 211 002 ENCLOSURE, control 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

11 PC2 212 463 CIRCUIT CARD ASSY, motor filter 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

12 200 553 BRACKET, mtg control box 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

13 S1 213 632 SWITCH, rocker dpdt 10A 250VAC/20A 30VAC on-none-on 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

OM-217 834 Page 30

Quantity

Item

No.

Dia.

Mkgs.

Part

No.

Description

Figure 9-1. Remote Operator Interface (Continued)

14 PC1 212 459 CIRCUIT CARD ASSY, trigger filter 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

15 RC4 048 282 RCPT W/SKTS, (service kit) 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

16 211 085 PANEL, front 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

17 217 809 NAMEPLATE 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

18 S2 210 998 SWITCH ASSY, jog/purge (including) 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

200 295 SWITCH, rocker spdt 15A 12V (on)-off-(on) 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

131 056 HOUSING PLUG+SKTS, (service kit) 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

131 052 HOUSING PLUG+SKTS, (service kit) 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

19 179 851 KNOB, pointer 1.670 dia x .250 id push on w/spring 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

20 134 327 LABEL, Warning General Precautionary 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PLG47 115 094 HOUSING PLUG+SKTS, (service kit) 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PLG48 202 592 HOUSING PLUG+SKTS, (service kit) 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PLG4 136 810 HOUSING PLUG+SKTS, (service kit) 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PLG81 115 092 HOUSING PLUG+SKTS, (service kit) 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PLG10 130 203 HOUSING PLUG+SKTS, (service kit) 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PLG50 136 810 HOUSING PLUG+SKTS, (service kit) 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PLG44 131 058 HOUSING PLUG+SKTS, (service kit) 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PLG45 188 352 HOUSING RCPT+SKTS, (service kit) 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PLG42 131 054 HOUSING RCPT+SKTS, (service kit) 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

PLG40 201 665 HOUSING RCPT PLUG+SKTS, (service kit) 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

149 251 CABLE, trigger 17 ft (including) 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

080 328 CONNECTOR w/SOCKETS, free hanging 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

079 531 CONNECTOR, circ clamp str rlf size 11 Amp 206358-2 2. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

605 156 CABLE, port No18 4/C (order by ft) 17ft. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

079 878 HOUSING PLUG & PINS, (service kit) 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

224 363 KIT, insulator ROI (including) 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

224 193 INSULATOR, plate ROI mounting 1. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

159 360 INSULATOR, screw machine 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

010 910 WASHER, flat .406 ID x .812 OD x .65 T stl pld 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

604 224 SCREW, 250-20 x .75 hexwhd .50 D stl pld 4. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Quantity

OM-217 834 Page 31

Notes

Notes

Notes

Warranty Questions?

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The expertise of the
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step of the way.

Effective January 1, 2006

(Equipment with a serial number preface of “LG” 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

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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