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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.
SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions. 1-1. Symbol Usage DANGER! − Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols or explained in the text.
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FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous. Welding produces fumes and gases. Breathing these fumes and gases can be hazardous to your health. 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.
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.
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...
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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).
SECTION 3 − DEFINITIONS 3-1. Manufacturer’s Warning Label Definitions S-179 310 Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards as shown by the symbols. Electric shock from welding electrode or wiring can kill. 1.1 Wear dry insulating gloves. Do not touch electrode with bare hand.
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= <60 OM-203 034 Page 12 > 60 s S-179 309-A Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards as shown by the symbols. Electric shock from wiring can kill. Disconnect input plug or power before working on machine. Hazardous voltage remains on input capacitors after power is turned off.
3-2. Symbols And Definitions Amperage Output Direct Current (DC) Constant Current Arc Force Rated No Load Voltage (Average) Hertz Pulsed Rated Maximum 1max 1eff Supply Current 3-3. WEEE Label Panel Circuit Breaker Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Positive Constant Voltage Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Primary Voltage Degree Of...
SECTION 4 − INSTALLATION This manual contains information on CC and CC/CV units. Differences between models are noted throughout this manual. 4-1. Specifications Input Rated Welding Amperage Power Output Range 450 A @ 38 Volts DC, Three 100% Duty Cycle; 5 −...
4-5. Selecting A Location Movement Location 18 in (460 mm) 4-6. Connecting To Weld Terminals Tools Needed: OM-203 034 Page 16 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.
4-7. 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.
4-8. 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. 4-9. Remote 14 Receptacle Information C L N *The remaining sockets are not used.
4-10. 115 Volts AC Duplex Receptacle 4-11. 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.
4-12. Connecting Input Power Tools Needed: 5/16 in Turn Off welding power source, and check voltage on input capacitors according to Section 6-3 before pro- ceeding. Check input voltage available at site. Remove left side panel. OM-203 034 Page 20 =GND/PE Always connect grounding conductor...
SECTION 5 − OPERATION 5-1. Front Panel Controls For CV Only Models Power On/Off Switch The fan motor is thermostatically controlled and only runs when cooling is needed. 5-2. Mode And Voltage Control For CV Only Models Voltmeter (see Section 5-3) Ammeter (see Section 5-3) Voltage Adjustment Control ST-184 761...
5-3. Meter Functions For CV Only Models The meters display the actual weld output values for approximately three seconds after the arc is broken. Mode Preset Volts Pulsed Pulse Display 5-4. Front Panel Controls For CC/CV Models Power Switch The fan motor is thermostatically controlled and only runs when cooling is needed.
5-5. Meter Functions For CC/CV Models The meters display the actual weld output values for approximately three seconds after the arc is broken. Mode Panel Control (GTAW) Lift-Arc Trigger Hold TIG (GTAW) TIG (GTAW) MIG (GMAW) Pulsed MIG (GMAW-P) Voltage-Sensing Wirefeeder Remote Control SMAW...
5-6. Mode Switch Settings For CC/CV Models The SMAW modes provide the Adaptive Hot Start feature, which automatically increases the output amperage at the start of a weld should the start require it. This eliminates electrode sticking at arc start. Mode Scratch Start TIG (GTAW) Lift-Arc Trigger...
5-7. Lift-Arc TIG Procedure For CC/CV Models “Touch” Do NOT Strike Like A Match! 1 − 2 Seconds With Mode switch in the Lift-Arc TIG position, start an arc as follows: TIG Electrode Workpiece Touch tungsten electrode to work- piece at weld start point, hold electrode to workpiece for 1-2 seconds, and slowly lift electrode.
SECTION 6 − MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING 6-1. Routine Maintenance Replace Damaged Or Unreadable Labels 6-2. Blowing Out Inside Of Unit OM-203 034 Page 26 Disconnect power before maintaining. 3 Months Repair Or Replace Cracked Cables Clean Tighten Weld Terminals 6 Months Blow Out Inside Maintain more often during severe conditions.
6-3. Removing Case and Measuring Input Capacitor Voltage + lead to lower right terminal, − lead to upper right terminal Tools Needed: 5/16 in Significant DC voltage can remain on capac- itors after unit is Off. Always check the volt- age as shown to be sure the input capacitors have discharged before working on unit.
6-4. Voltmeter/Ammeter Help Displays HE.L P−0 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 HE.L P−9 OM-203 034 Page 28 All directions are in reference to the front of the unit. All circuitry referred to is located inside the unit.
6-5. Troubleshooting Trouble No weld output; unit completely inop- Place line disconnect switch in On position (see Section 4-12). erative. Check and replace line fuse(s), if necessary, or reset circuit breaker (see Section 4-12). Check for proper input power connections (see Section 4-12). No weld output;...
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Notes Work like a Pro! Pros weld and cut safely. Read the safety rules at the beginning of this manual.
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