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Miller Electric Invision 456MP Owner's Manual

230/460 and 575 volt models
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Invision 456MP
(230/460 And 575 Volt Models)
OM-193 267R
2007−10
Processes
Processes
MIG (GMAW) and Pulsed MIG
(GMAW-P) Welding
Flux Cored (FCAW) Welding
Stick (SMAW) Welding
Description
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File: MIG (GMAW)

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  • Page 1 Visit our website at www.MillerWelds.com Invision 456MP (230/460 And 575 Volt Models) OM-193 267R 2007−10 Processes Processes MIG (GMAW) and Pulsed MIG (GMAW-P) Welding Flux Cored (FCAW) Welding Stick (SMAW) Welding Description File: MIG (GMAW)
  • Page 2 ISO 9001:2000 Quality System Standard. particular model are also provided. Miller Electric manufactures a full line of welders and welding related equipment. For information on other quality Miller products, contact your local Miller distributor to receive the latest full line catalog or individual specification sheets.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING 1-1. Symbol Usage ............... . 1-2.

  • Page 5: Section 1 − Safety Precautions - Read Before Using

    DC constant voltage (wire) welder, 2) a DC manual (stick) welder, or 3) an AC welder with reduced open-circuit volt- age. 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.
  • Page 6 OM-193 267 Page 2 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.

  • Page 7: Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance

    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.

  • Page 8: California Proposition 65 Warnings

    1-4. California Proposition 65 Warnings Welding or cutting equipment produces fumes or gases which contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects and, in some cases, cancer. (California Health & Safety Code Section 25249.5 et seq.) Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other...

  • Page 9: Section 2 − Consignes De Sécurité − Lire Avant Utilisation

    SECTION 2 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT UTILISATION Se protéger et protéger les autres contre le risque de blessure — lire et respecter ces consignes. 2-1. Symboles utilisés DANGER! − Indique une situation dangereuse qui si on l’évite pas peut donner la mort ou des blessures graves. Les dangers possibles sont montrés par les symboles joints ou sont expliqués dans le texte.
  • Page 10 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. DES PIÈCES CHAUDES peuvent provoquer des brûlures graves.

  • Page 11: Dangers Supplémentaires En Relation Avec L'installation, Le Fonctionnement Et La Maintenance

    ACCUMULATIONS 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. LES CHAMPS MAGNETIQUES peuv- ent affecter des implants médicaux.

  • Page 12: Proposition Californienne 65 Avertissements

    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 per- sonnes ou toute pièce mécanique en enga- geant le fil de soudage. DES ORGANES MOBILES peuvent provoquer des blessures.

  • Page 13: Principales Normes De Sécurité

    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 Cut- ting 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).
  • Page 14 OM-193 267 Page 10...

  • Page 15: Section 3 − Installation

    SECTION 3 − INSTALLATION 3-1. Specifications Input Rated Welding Voltage Power Power Output Output Range Range 450 A @ 38 Volts DC, Three 100% Duty Cycle; 10 − 38 Phase 565 A @ 43 Volts DC, 60% Duty Cycle *While idling 3-2.

  • Page 16: Volt-Ampere Curves

    3-3. Volt-Ampere Curves 3-4. Dimensions and Weight Hole Layout Dimensions 14-21/64 in (363.9 mm) 20-3/4 in (527.1 mm) 23-27/64 in (594.9 mm) 24-31/32 in (634.2 mm) 12-3/8 in (314.3 mm) 9/32 in (7.1 mm) Dia. Weight 118 lb (53.5 kg) OM-193 267 Page 12 A.

  • Page 17: Selecting A Location

    3-5. Selecting a Location Movement Location 18 in (460 mm) Tipping 18 in (460 mm) Do not move or operate unit where it could tip. Lifting Forks Use lifting forks to move unit. Extend forks beyond opposite side of unit. Lifting Handles Use handles to lift unit.

  • Page 18: Weld Output Terminals And Selecting Cable Sizes

    3-6. Weld Output Terminals and Selecting Cable Sizes ARC WELDING can cause Electromagnetic Interference. To reduce possible interference, keep weld cables as short as possible, close together, and down low, such as on the floor. Locate welding operation 100 meters from any sensitive electronic equipment. Be sure this welding machine is installed and grounded according to this manual.

  • Page 19: Connecting Weld Output Cables

    3-7. Connecting Weld Output Cables Tools Needed: 3/4 in (19 mm) Turn off power before connecting to weld output terminals. Failure to properly connect weld cables may cause excessive heat and start a fire, or damage your ma- chine. 3-8. Remote 14 Receptacle Information C L N *The remaining sockets are not used.

  • Page 20: 115 Volts Ac Duplex Receptacle And Circuit Breakers

    3-9. 115 Volts AC Duplex Receptacle and Circuit Breakers 3-10. Electrical Service Guide NOTICE − INCORRECT INPUT POWER can damage this welding power source. This welding power source requires a CONTINUOUS supply of input power at rated frequency(+10%) and voltage (+10%). Phase to ground voltage shall not exceed +10% of rated input voltage. Do not use a genera- tor with automatic idle device (that idles engine when no load is sensed) to supply input power to this welding power source.

  • Page 21: Selecting Input Voltage

    3-11. Selecting Input Voltage Be sure to reinstall all four screws securing relinking board in place. Tools Needed: 5/16 in Turn Off welding power source, disconnect input power, and check voltage on input capacitors accord- ing to Section 6-3 before proceeding.

  • Page 22: Connecting Input Power

    3-12. Connecting Input Power L1 L2 L3 Connections For Standard Model Connections For Models With Optional Ground Current Sensor OM-193 267 Page 18 = GND/PE Always connect grounding conductor first. Tools Needed: Turn Off welding power source, and check voltage on input capacitors accord- ing to Section 6-3 before proceeding.

  • Page 23: Section 4 − Operation

    SECTION 4 − OPERATION 4-1. Front Panel Controls Power Switch The fan motor is thermostatically controlled and only runs when cooling is needed. Voltmeter (see Section 4-2) Ammeter/Trim Indicator (see Section 4-2) Ammeter Light Lights when display beneath is indicating amperage.

  • Page 24: Meter Functions

    4-2. Meter Functions The meters display the actual weld output values for approximately three seconds after the arc is broken. Mode Preset Volts Pulsed Stick− Contactor Remote Stick− Contactor ON Actual Volts (OCV) Manual Pulse The Stick mode provides the Adaptive Hot Start feature, which automatically increases the output amperage at the start of a weld should the start require it.

  • Page 25: Example Displays

    4-3. Example Displays Values shown are hypothetical. The “A” (Amperage) and “Trim” lights illuminate as shown. Amperage preset display for Stick welding mode. Voltage preset display for MIG welding mode. Display while welding. Preset trim display for Pulse welding mode. Preset pulses per second (PPS) display for Manual Pulse welding mode.

  • Page 26: Synergic Controls And Overview

    4-4. Synergic Controls and Overview Example To select Program 7, set to Non Adaptive, and set Arc Length to 36, proceed as follows: Select top line by pressing > P r g Select push button until > is on top line. Press Increment button until Program 7 ap- A d a p t i v e pears.

  • Page 27: Initial Display, Manual Pulse Mig Mode, Mig Mode, And Stick Mode

    4-5. Initial Display, Manual Pulse MIG Mode, MIG Mode, and Stick Mode I N V I S I O N C O P Y R I G H T M I L L E R M f g > P r g 1 6 3 4 6 With >...

  • Page 28: Setup Screens

    4-6. Setup Screens S e t u p A c c e s s i b l e M a n u a l > O f f S e t u p L a n g u a g e >...

  • Page 29: Choosing Pulse Programs And Setting Parameters

    4-7. Choosing Pulse Programs and Setting Parameters Choosing Pulse Program: Pulse programs are pre-written and cannot be changed by the user. See Section 5 for program parameters and recommended gas mixtures. Choose program depending on the type and size of wire, and type of shielding gas used.

  • Page 30: How Manual Pulsed Mig Waveform Components Affect Arc And Burn-Off Rate

    4-8. How Manual Pulsed MIG Waveform Components Affect Arc and Burn-Off Rate OM-193 267 Page 26...

  • Page 31: Section 5 − Programs

    SECTION 5 − PROGRAMS Section 5-1 provides basic information on each of the fifteen programs in the unit’s memory. See Section 5-2 for more detailed information on each of the programs. Synergic Information: The manufacturer makes no warranties, express or implied, that welds made using the synergic parameters of this equip- ment will meet the requirements of the application.

  • Page 32: Programs

    5-2. Programs Program 1 −− .035 ER70S−3 Mild Steel −− Recommended Gases: Argon/CO Trim Peak Amp Program 2 −− .045 ER70S−3 Mild Steel −− Recommended Gases: Argon/CO Trim Peak Amp OM-193 267 Page 28 Gases: Argon/CO mixes up to 10% CO Argon/O mixes up to 5% O Background Amp...
  • Page 33 Program 3 −− .052 ER70S−3 Mild Steel −− Recommended Gases: Argon/CO Gases: Argon/CO Trim Peak Amp Program 4 −− .062 ER70S−3 Mild Steel −− Recommended Gases: Argon/CO Gases: Argon/CO Trim Peak Amp Program 5 −− .035 309L Stainless Steel −− Recommended Gases: 98 Argon/2 CO Alternative Gases: Argon/CO Trim Peak Amp...
  • Page 34 Program 6 −− .045 309L Stainless Steel −− Recommended Gases: 98 Argon/2 CO Alternative Gases: Argon/CO Trim Peak Amp Trim Peak Amp Trim Peak Amp OM-193 267 Page 30 mixes up to 10% CO Argon/O mixes up to 5% O Background Amp Freq.
  • Page 35 Program 9 −− 1/16 .062 Aluminum 4043 −− Argon Trim Peak Amp Program 10 −− .035 Aluminum 5356 −− Argon Trim Peak Amp Program 11 −− .047 Aluminum 5356 −− Argon Trim Peak Amp Background Amp Freq. Background Amp Freq. Background Amp Freq.
  • Page 36 Trim Peak Amp Program 13 −− .035 Nickel −− 75 Argon/25 Helium Trim Peak Amp Program 14 −− .045 Nickel −− 75 Argon/25 Helium Trim Peak Amp OM-193 267 Page 32 Program 12 −− .062 Aluminum 5356 −− Argon Background Amp Freq.
  • Page 37 Program 15 −− .035 Silicon Bronze −− Argon Trim Peak Amp Program 16 −− .045 Metal Core −− Recommended Gases: Argon/CO Gases: Argon/CO Trim Peak Amp Program 17 −− .052 Metal Core −− Recommended Gases: Argon/CO Gases: Argon/CO Trim Peak Amp Background Amp Freq.
  • Page 38 Program 18 −− .062 Metal Core −− Recommended Gases: Argon/CO Trim Peak Amp OM-193 267 Page 34 Gases: Argon/CO mixes up to 20% CO Background Amp Freq. Pulse Width Starting Amps 2.10 2.30 2.40 2.50 2.60 2.75 2.90 3.05 3.20 3.35 3.50...

  • Page 39: Section 6 − Maintenance And Troubleshooting

    SECTION 6 − MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 6-1. Routine Maintenance 3 Months Replace damaged or unreadable label. Repair or replace cracked cables and cords. Clean and tighten weld terminals. 6-2. Blowing Out Inside of Unit Disconnect power before maintaining. Repair or replace cracked cables.

  • Page 40: Removing Right Side Panel And Measuring Input Capacitor Voltage In 230/460 Volt Models

    6-3. Removing Right Side Panel and Measuring Input Capacitor Voltage in 230/460 Volt Models Significant DC voltage can remain on capacitors af- ter unit is Off. Always check the voltage as shown to be sure the input capacitors have discharged be- fore working on unit.

  • Page 41: Removing Right Side Panel And Measuring Input Capacitor Voltage In 575 Volt Models

    6-4. Removing Right Side Panel and Measuring Input Capacitor Voltage in 575 Volt Models Significant DC voltage can remain on capacitors af- ter unit is Off. Always check the voltage as shown to be sure the input capacitors have discharged be- fore working on unit.

  • Page 42: Voltmeter/Ammeter Help Displays

    6-5. Voltmeter/Ammeter Help Displays HE.L P−1 HE.L P−2 HE.L P−3 HE.L P−4 HE.L P−5 HE.L P−6 HE.L P−7 HE.L P−8 OM-193 267 Page 38 All directions are in reference to the front of the unit. All circuitry referred to is located inside the unit.

  • Page 43: Error Codes

    6-6. Error Codes E R R O R P r o g r a m M e m o r y P r e s s E R R O R P r o g r a m M e m o r y P r e s s 6-7.

  • Page 44: Section 7 − Electrical Diagram

    SECTION 7 − ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM Figure 7-1. Circuit Diagram For Welding Power Source (230/460 Volt Models) OM-193 267 Page 40...
  • Page 45 193 264-A OM-193 267 Page 41...
  • Page 46 Figure 7-2. Circuit Diagram For Welding Power Source (575 Volt Models) OM-193 267 Page 42...
  • Page 47 206 318-A OM-193 267 Page 43...

  • Page 48: Section 8 − Parts List

    SECTION 8 − PARTS LIST Hardware is common and not available unless listed. 802 316-B Figure 8-1. Complete Assembly OM-193 267 Page 44...
  • Page 49 Item Dia. Part Mkgs....187 234 ..... . 195 585 .
  • Page 50 Item Dia. Part Mkgs..... . . 167 633 ..... . 010 291 .
  • Page 51 Warranty Questions? LIMITED WARRANTY − Subject to the terms and conditions Call below, Miller Electric Mfg. Co., Appleton, Wisconsin, warrants to 1-800-4-A-MILLER its original retail purchaser that new Miller equipment sold after the effective date of this limited warranty is free of defects in for your local material and workmanship at the time it is shipped by Miller.

  • Page 52: Options And Accessories

    File a claim for loss or damage during shipment. For assistance in filing or settling claims, contact your distributor and/or equipment manufacturer’s Transportation Department. 2007 Miller Electric Mfg. Co. 2007−01 Miller Electric Mfg. Co. An Illinois Tool Works Company 1635 West Spencer Street Appleton, WI 54914 USA International Headquarters−USA...

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