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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.
SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING rom_2008−08 Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions. 1-1. Symbol Usage DANGER! − Indicates a hazardous situation which, if Indicates special instructions. 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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D Do not weld on closed containers such as tanks, drums, or pipes, FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous. unless they are properly prepared according to AWS F4.1 (see Safety Standards). Welding produces fumes and gases. Breathing these D Do not weld where the atmosphere may contain flammable dust, fumes and gases can be hazardous to your health.
1-3. Engine Hazards HOT PARTS can cause severe burns. BATTERY EXPLOSION can BLIND. D Do not touch hot parts bare handed. D Always wear a face shield, rubber gloves, and protective clothing when working on a battery. D Allow cooling period before working on equip- ment.
D Keep hands, hair, loose clothing, and tools away from moving HYDRAULIC FLUID can injure or kill. parts. D Before working on hydraulic system, turn off and lockout/tagout D Before working on hydraulic system, turn off and unit, release pressure, and be sure hydraulic pressure cannot be lockout/tagout unit, release pressure, and be sure accidentally applied.
MOVING PARTS can injure. HOT PARTS can cause severe burns. D Do not touch hot compressor or air system D Keep away from fans, belts and rotors. parts. D Keep all doors, panels, covers, and guards D Let system cool down before touching or ser- closed and securely in place.
H.F. RADIATION can cause interference. ARC WELDING can cause interference. D High-frequency (H.F.) can interfere with radio D Electromagnetic energy can interfere with navigation, safety services, computers, and sensitive electronic equipment such as micro- communications equipment. processors, computers, and computer-driven equipment such as robots.
SECTION 2 CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT − UTILISATION rom_2008−08fre Se protéger, ainsi que toute autre personne travaillant sur les lieux, contre les étincelles et le métal chaud. 2-1. Signification des symboles DANGER! − Indique une situation dangereuse qui si on Indique des instructions spécifiques.
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D Porter un casque de soudage approuvé muni de verres filtrants DES PIÈCES CHAUDES peuvent approprié pour protéger visage et yeux pendant le soudage provoquer des brûlures graves. (voir ANSI Z49.1 et Z87.1 énuméré dans les normes de sécurité). D Porter des lunettes de sécurité avec écrans latéraux même sous D Ne pas toucher à...
D Placer les bouteilles debout en les fixant dans un support station- LES CHAMPS MAGNETIQUES peuvent naire ou dans un porte-bouteilles pour les empêcher de tomber ou affecter des implants médicaux. de se renverser. D Tenir les bouteilles éloignées des circuits de soudage ou autres D Porteur de simulateur cardiaque ou autre im- circuits électriques.
L’utilisation d’un groupe autonome L’ACIDE DE LA BATTERIE peut pro- à l’intérieur PEUT VOUS TUER EN voquer des brûlures dans les YEUX et QUELQUES MINUTES. sur la PEAU. D Ne pas renverser la batterie. D Les fumées d’un groupe autonome contient du D Remplacer une batterie endommagée.
LIRE LES INSTRUCTIONS. D Lire le manuel d’utilisation avant d’installer, d’utiliser ou d’intervenir sur l’appareil. D N’utiliser que les pièces de rechange recommandées par le constructeur. D Effectuer l’entretien en respectant les manuels d’utilisation, les normes industrielles et les codes nationaux, d’état et locaux. 2-5.
MÉTAL CHAUD provenant LIRE LES INSTRUCTIONS. découpage ou du gougeage à l’arc risque de provoquer un incendie ou une explosion. D Lire le manuel d’utilisation avant d’installer, d’utiliser ou d’intervenir sur l’appareil. D Ne pas découper ou gouger à proximité D N’utiliser que les pièces de rechange de produits inflammables.
LE RAYONNEMENT HAUTE FRÉ- LE SOUDAGE À L’ARC risque de QUENCE (H.F.) risque de provoquer provoquer des interférences. des interférences. D L’énergie électromagnétique risque de provo- quer des interférences pour l’équipement élec- D Le rayonnement haute fréquence (H.F.) peut tronique sensible tel que les ordinateurs et provoquer des interférences avec les équipe- l’équipement commandé...
2-9. Information EMF Considérations sur le soudage et les effets de basse fréquence et des 1. Garder les câbles ensemble, les torsader, les scotcher, ou les champs magnétiques et électriques. recouvrir d’une housse. Le courant de soudage, pendant son passage dans les câbles de sou- 2.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com SECTION 3 − DEFINITIONS 3-1. Symbol Definitions Fast Fast/Slow Stop Engine Slow (Idle) (Run, Weld/Power) (Run/Idle) Read Operator’s Start Engine Amperes Volts Manual Engine Oil Fuel Battery (Engine) Engine Check Valve Do not switch while Engine Choke Work Connection Clearance...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 4-3. Dimensions, Weights, And Operating Angles Do not exceed tilt angles or engine could be damaged or unit could tip. ° Do not move or operate unit where it could tip. Weight: 350 lb (159 kg) °...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 4-4. Duty Cycle Duty cycle is the percentage of 10 minutes that unit can weld at rated load without overheating. NOTICE − Exceeding duty cycle can damage unit and void warranty. This unit is rated for 100% duty cycle at 150 amperes (continuous welding) and 20% duty cycle at 200 amperes (two minutes welding,...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 4-5. Fuel Consumption Welding at 50% of rated load, fuel consumption is approximately 0.64 gal (2.41 L) per hour. Welding at 75% of rated load, fuel consumption is approximately 0.77 gal (2.92 L) per hour. Welding at 100% of rated load, fuel consumption is approximately 0.94 gal (3.55 L) per hour.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 4-7. Generator Power Curve The generator power curve shows the generator power in amperes available at the receptacles. 237 718-A OM-237 711 Page 19...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com SECTION 5 − INSTALLATION 5-1. Installing Welding Generator Do not move or operate unit where it could tip. Do not lift unit from end. Movement Do not weld on base. Welding on base can cause fuel tank fire or explosion.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 5-2. Grounding Generator To Truck Or Trailer Frame Always ground generator frame to vehicle frame to pre- vent electric shock and static electricity hazards. Also see AWS Safety & Health Fact Sheet No. 29, Grounding of Portable And Vehicle Mounted Welding Generators.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 5-4. Engine Prestart Checks Full Gasoline Full 803 754-D / 217 015-A Check all fluids daily. Engine must be cold Fuel operate erratically if crankcase is over- and on a level surface. Unit is shipped with filled.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 5-5. Connecting Or Replacing the Battery Connect negative (−) battery cable last. To connect battery, remove battery ac- cess panel. Battery Holddown To change battery, remove battery ac- cess panel and battery holddown. Be sure battery cables are not pinched when installing battery.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 5-6. Weld Output Terminals Stop engine. Negative (−) Weld Output Terminal Positive (+) Weld Output Terminal For Direct Current Electrode Positive (DCEP), connect work cable to Neg- ative (−) terminal and electrode hold- er to Positive (+) terminal.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 5-8. Selecting Weld Cable Sizes* Weld Cable Size** and Total Cable (Copper) Length in Weld Circuit Not Exceeding*** 150 ft 200 ft 250 ft 300 ft 350 ft 400 ft 100 ft (30 m) or Less (45 m) (60 m) (70 m)
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com SECTION 6 − OPERATING THE WELDING GENERATOR 6-1. Front Panel Controls (See Section 6-2) 805 356 / 237 335-A OM-237 711 Page 26...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 6-2. Front Panel Control Descriptions (See Section 6-1) Engine Control Switch To Start (Recoil): pull out choke and turn En- Negative hours are shown when engine is gine Control switch to Run or Run/Idle posi- Use switch to start engine, select speed, and past recommended oil change interval.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 6-4. Cold Weather Engine Operation Engine Control Switch Carburetor Icing Carburetor icing causes the unit to drop Infrequently below the normal idle speed and then Loaded stall. This condition occurs when the temperature is near freezing and the rel- ative humidity is high.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com SECTION 7 − OPERATING AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT 7-1. Standard Receptacles CB1 protects receptacles RC1, RC2, and If a ground fault is detected, the GFCI Re- If unit does not have GFCI recep- RC3 from overload. If CB1 opens, the re- set button pops out and the circuit opens to tacles, use GFCI-protected exten- ceptacles do not work.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 7-2. Wiring Optional 240 Volt Plug The plug can be wired for a 240 V, 2-wire load or a 120/240V, 3-wire load. See circuit diagram. Plug Wired for 120/240 V, 3-Wire Load Current Available in Amperes When wired for 120 V loads, each duplex receptacle shares a load...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com SECTION 8 − MAINTENANCE 8-1. Routine Maintenance Stop engine before maintaining. See Engine Manual and Maintenance Label Recycle engine for important start-up, service, and storage fluids. information. Service engine more often if used in severe conditions.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 8-2. Maintenance Label Maintenance label is located on inside of engine access door. OM-237 711 Page 32...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 8-3. Servicing Air Cleaner Stop engine. Do not run engine without air cleaner or with dirty element. Cover Screw Cover Element Wash element with soap and water solution. Allow element to air dry completely.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 8-4. Changing Engine Oil And Fuel Filter Stop engine and let cool. Oil Drain Valve 1/2 ID x 12 in. (305 mm) Hose Change engine oil according to en- gine owner’s manual. NOTICE −...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 8-5. Adjusting Engine Speed After tuning engine, check engine speeds with a tachometer (see table). If necessary, adjust speeds as follows: 2200 − 2300 rpm Make speed adjustments with (36.6 − 38.3 Hz) Fine control in Max position 3675 −...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 8-6. Overload Protection Stop engine. Disconnect negative (−) battery cable. Fuse F1 F6 protects the engine wiring sys- tem from overload. If F1 opens, engine will not crank. Replace open fuse. Reinstall cover before operating.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com SECTION 9 − TROUBLESHOOTING 9-1. Welding Troubleshooting Trouble Remedy Low or no weld output; generator pow- Check control settings. er output okay at AC receptacles. Check weld connections. Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check brushes, slip rings, capacitor C1, and integrated recti- fier SR1.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com Trouble Remedy Erratic power output at AC recept- Check fuel level. acles. Check engine speed, and adjust if necessary (see Section 8-5). Check receptacle wiring and connections. Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check brushes and slip rings. 9-3.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com Trouble Remedy Battery Discharges between uses. Clean battery, terminals, and posts with baking soda and water solution; rinse with clear water. Periodically recharge battery (approximately every 3 months). Replace battery. Check voltage regulator and connections according to engine manual. Engine idles but does not come up to Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check hour meter/idle module, and current transformer CT1.
SECTION 12 − GENERATOR POWER GUIDELINES The views in this section are intended to be representative of all engine-driven welding generators. Your unit may differ from those shown. 12-1. Selecting Equipment Generator Power Receptacles − Neutral Bonded To Frame 3-Prong Plug From Case Grounded Equipment 2-Prong Plug From Double Insulated Equipment...
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12-3. Grounding When Supplying Building Systems Equipment Grounding Terminal Grounding Cable Use #10 AWG or larger insulated copper wire. Ground Device GND/PE Use ground device as stated in electrical codes. Ground generator to system earth ground if supplying power to a premises (home, shop, farm) wiring system.
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12-5. Approximate Power Requirements For Industrial Motors Industrial Motors Rating Starting Watts Running Watts Split Phase 1/8 HP 1/6 HP 1225 1/4 HP 1600 1/3 HP 2100 1/2 HP 3175 Capacitor Start-Induction Run 1/3 HP 2020 1/2 HP 3075 3/4 HP 4500 1400 1 HP...
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12-7. Approximate Power Requirements For Contractor Equipment Contractor Rating Starting Watts Running Watts Hand Drill 1/4 in 3/8 in 1/2 in Circular Saw 6-1/2 in 7-1/4 in 8-1/4 in 1400 1400 Table Saw 9 in 4500 1500 10 in 6300 1800 Band Saw 14 in...
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12-8. Power Required To Start Motor Single-Phase Induction Motor Starting Requirements Motor Start Code KVA/HP 10.0 11.2 12.5 14.0 Motor Start Code Running Amperage Motor HP Motor Voltage To find starting amperage: Step 1: Find code and use table to find kVA/HP.
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12-10. Typical Connections To Supply Standby Power Have only qualified persons perform these connections according to all applicable codes and safety practices. Properly install and ground this equipment according to its Owner’s Manual and na- Fused tional, state, and local codes. Welding Utility Disconnect...
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12-11. Selecting Extension Cord (Use Shortest Cord Possible) Cord Lengths for 120 Volt Loads If unit does not have GFCI receptacles, use GFCI-protected extension cord. Maximum Allowable Cord Length in ft (m) for Conductor Size (AWG)* Current Load (Watts) (Amperes) 350 (106) 225 (68) 137 (42)
SECTION 13 − STICK WELDING (SMAW) GUIDELINES 13-1. Stick Welding Procedure Weld current starts when electrode touches work- piece. Equipment Needed: Tools Needed: Weld current can damage electronic parts in vehicles. Disconnect both battery cables before welding on a vehicle. Place work clamp as close to the weld as possible.
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13-2. Electrode and Amperage Selection Chart 6010 DEEP 3/32 MIN. PREP, ROUGH HIGH SPATTER 6011 DEEP 6010 5/32 & 6013 EP,EN GENERAL 3/16 6011 7/32 SMOOTH, EASY, 7014 EP,EN FAST 1/16 LOW HYDROGEN, 7018 5/64 STRONG 3/32 FLAT SMOOTH, EASY, 7024 EP,EN HORIZ...
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13-4. Positioning Electrode Holder End View Of Work Angle Side View Of Electrode Angle ° ° ° ° Groove Welds ° ° ° ° Fillet Welds S-0060 13-5. Poor Weld Bead Characteristics Large Spatter Deposits Rough, Uneven Bead Slight Crater During Welding Bad Overlap Poor Penetration S-0053-A...
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13-7. Conditions That Affect Weld Bead Shape Weld bead shape is affected electrode angle, length, travel speed, and thickness of base metal. Correct Angle Angle Too Large ° - ° Angle Too Small Electrode Angle Drag Spatter Arc Length Normal Too Long Too Short Travel Speed...
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13-9. Butt Joints Tack Welds Prevent edges of joint from draw- ing together ahead of electrode by tack welding the materials in posi- tion before final weld. Square Groove Weld Good for materials up to 3/16 in. (5 mm) thick. Single V-Groove Weld Good for materials 3/16 −...
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13-12. Weld Test Vise Weld Joint Hammer Strike weld joint in direction shown. A good weld bends over but does not break. 2 To 3 in. (51-76 mm) 2 To 3 in. (51-76 mm) 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) S-0057-B 13-13. Troubleshooting Porosity −...
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Lack Of Penetration − shallow fusion between weld metal and base metal. Lack of Penetration Good Penetration Possible Causes Corrective Actions Improper joint preparation. Material too thick. Joint preparation and design must provide access to bottom of groove. Improper weld technique. Keep arc on leading edge of weld puddle.
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Effective January 1, 2009 (Equipment with a serial number preface of LK or newer) This limited warranty supersedes all previous Miller warranties and is exclusive with no other Warranty Questions? guarantees or warranties expressed or implied. LIMITED WARRANTY − Subject to the terms and conditions...