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- Page 1 OM-189 100C October 2000 Effective with serial number :165 748 Processes MIG (GMAW) Welding Flux Cored (FCAW) Welding Description Arc Welding Power Source and Wire Feeder MW 183ET/MW 243ET/ MW323ET OWNER’S MANUAL...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 – SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING ..1-1. Symbol Usage ..........1-2. - Page 4 Declaration of Conformity Manufacturer’s Name: MILLER Europe S.P.A. Manufacturer’s Address: Via Privata Iseo, 6/E 20098 San Giuliano Milanese, Italy Declares that this product: MW 183ET/MW243ET/ MW323ET Conforms to the following Directives and Standards: Directives Electromagnetic Compatibility Directives: 89/336/EEC Low Voltage: 73/23/EEC...
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Page 5: Section 1 - Safety Precautions - Read Before Using
SECTION 1 – SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING som _nd_4/98 1-1. Symbol Usage Means Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards with this procedure! The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols. This group of symbols means Warning! Watch Out! possible Y Marks a special safety message. - Page 6 ARC RAYS can burn eyes and skin. BUILDUP OF GAS can injure or kill. D Shut off shielding gas supply when not in use. Arc rays from the welding process produce intense D Always ventilate confined spaces or use visible and invisible (ultraviolet and infrared) rays that can burn eyes and skin.
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Page 7: Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance
1-3. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance FIRE OR EXPLOSION hazard. MOVING PARTS can cause injury. D Do not install or place unit on, over, or near D Keep away from moving parts such as fans. combustible surfaces. D Keep all doors, panels, covers, and guards D Do not install unit near flammables. -
Page 8: Emf Information
1-5. EMF Information Considerations About Welding And The Effects Of Low Frequency 1. Keep cables close together by twisting or taping them. Electric And Magnetic Fields 2. Arrange cables to one side and away from the operator. Welding current, as it flows through welding cables, will cause electro- magnetic fields. -
Page 9: Section 2 - Installation
SECTION 2 – INSTALLATION 2-1. Specifications Rated Input Amperage at Max. Open Rated Output Rated Output Circuit 100% 230 V 400 V Model Voltage Dimension (mm) Weight (kg) 80 A 110 A 180 A 16 A 310 x 540 x 957 18 V 19 V 23 V... -
Page 10: Volt-Ampere Curves
2-3. Volt-Ampere Curves Normal Volt-Ampere Curves Model 183 The volt-ampere curves show the normal minimum and maximum voltage and amperage output capa- bilities of the welding power source. Curves of other settings fall be- tween the curves shown. Overload Volt-Ampere Curves When unit is used beyond capacity, circuitry senses the overload and shuts down unit output. -
Page 11: Installing Gas Supply
2-4. Installing Gas Supply Chain gas cylinder to running gear, wall, or other stationary support so cylinder cannot fall and break off valve. Regulator/Flow Gauge Install so face is vertical. Gas Hose Connection Flow Adjust Typical flow rate is 20 cfh (cubic feet per hour). -
Page 12: Installing Wire Spool And Adjusting Hub Tension
2-6. Installing Wire Spool and Adjusting Hub Tension When a slight force is needed to turn spool, tension is set. Tools Needed: 15/16 in ST-072573-B 2-7. Positioning Jumper Links Check input voltage available at site. Jumper Links Access Remove side panel. Jumper Link Label Check label –... -
Page 13: Selecting A Location And Connecting Input Power
2-9. Selecting a Location and Connecting Input Power Have only qualified persons make this installation. Rating Label Supply correct input power. 18 in (457 mm) for airflow GND/PE GND/PE Connect First ST-801 721 2-10. Installing Work Clamp Wire Feeder Connection Work Connect Negative Power Source Terminal... -
Page 14: Section 3 - Operation
SECTION 3 – OPERATION 3-1. Controls Handle Wire Speed Control Pilot Light Spot Timer Optional Amperage and Volt- meter Power Switch Thermal Overload Pilot Light 10 Position Voltage Control Torch Connector OM-189 100 Page 10... -
Page 15: Section 4 - Maintenance And Troubleshooting
SECTION 4 – MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 4-1. Routine Maintenance Y Disconnect power before maintaining. 3 Months Repair or replace Replace unreadable labels. cracked weld cable. Clean and tighten weld terminals. 6 Months Blow out or vacuum inside. During heavy service clean monthly. 4-2. -
Page 16: Troubleshooting
4-4. Troubleshooting Trouble Remedy No weld output; wire does not feed. Be sure line disconnect switch is On (see Section 2-9). Replace building line fuse or reset circuit breaker if open (see Section 2-9). Reset circuit breaker CB1. Secure gun trigger connections. Check and replace Power switch if necessary. -
Page 17: Section 5 - Electrical Diagram
SECTION 5 – ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM MW 183ET cod.956.142.274 BLACK NERO ROSSO MW 243ET 2T – 4T BLACK NERO T.Sw. ROSSO OPTIONAL OPTIONAL OM-189 100 Page 13... - Page 18 MW 323ET cod.956.142.109 OM-189 100 Page 14...
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Page 19: Section 6 - Parts List
SECTION 6 – PARTS LIST Common Parts Assembly Item Ref. Code Qty. Item Ref. Code Qty. 000151187 PV.0.0.18 156012109 UV.0.0.21 116122284 UV.0.0.14 116121100 UV.0.0.15 156087017 156034001 BP.2.0.19 156009067 057014063 UV.0.7 056054064 VS.0.0.13 056054055 QF.5.0.2 116005165 DZ.0.0.25 156002018 QF.0.0.13 150005001 116122285 UV.0.0.16 156011002 116005316 UV.0.0.17 116123001 DU.0.0.6... - Page 20 Main Assembly (183/243) 12 13 Main Assembly (323) OM-189 100 Page 16...
- Page 21 Qty. Qty. Item Ref. Code 183 243 Item Ref. Code 183 243 323 156018033 056067188 UV.0.0.9 156009079 000046432 OL.0.0.14 156032064 GF.1.04 056092039 EZ.4.0.5 156009075 GF.1.0.2 000097922 BP.2.0.20 000010191 FU.1.0.6 156008912 FU.1.6.1 000058628 FU.1.0.7 056072052 QF.0.10 656102001 BH.0.0.8 056067157 MQ.0.0.1 116009041 CV.0.0.2 056020029 MM.3.0.2 000058628 FU.1.0.7 057052019 QF.0.18...
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Page 23: Warranty
Warranty Effective January 1, 2000 This limited warranty supersedes all previous manufacturer’s warranties and is exclusive with no other guarantees or warranties expressed or implied. LIMITED WARRANTY – Subject to the terms and conditions Limited Warranty shall not apply to: below, warrants to its original retail purchaser that new Consumable components;... - Page 24 Owner’s Record Please complete and retain with your personal records. Model Name Serial/Style Number Purchase Date (Date which equipment was delivered to original customer.) Distributor Address City State PRINTED IN USA...