Miller Electric SHOPMATE 300 DX Owner's Manual

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OM-225 757C
2010−04
Processes
MIG (GMAW) Welding
Multiprocess Welding
Description
Arc Welding Power Source
SHOPMATE 300 DX
File: MIG (GMAW)
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  • Page 1 OM-225 757C 2010−04 Processes MIG (GMAW) Welding Multiprocess Welding Description Arc Welding Power Source SHOPMATE 300 DX File: MIG (GMAW) Visit our website at www.MillerWelds.com...
  • Page 2 ISO 9001 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.
  • Page 5: Section 1 − Safety Precautions - Read Before Using

    SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING som _2010−03 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.
  • Page 6 D Remove stick electrode from holder or cut off welding wire at FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous. contact tip when not in use. D Wear oil-free protective garments such as leather gloves, heavy Welding produces fumes and gases. Breathing shirt, cuffless trousers, high shoes, and a cap.
  • 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 injure. 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: California Proposition 65 Warnings

    1-4. California Proposition 65 Warnings For Gasoline Engines: Welding or cutting equipment produces fumes or gases which contain chemicals known to the State of California to Engine exhaust contains chemicals known to the State of cause birth defects and, in some cases, cancer. (California California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproduc- Health &...
  • Page 9: Section 2 − Consignes De Sécurité − Lire Avant Utilisation

    SECTION 2 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT UTILISATION fre_som_2010−03 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 Indique des instructions spécifiques.
  • Page 10 Il reste une TENSION DC NON NÉGLIGEABLE dans LE SOUDAGE peut provoquer un les sources de soudage onduleur UNE FOIS incendie ou une explosion. l’alimentation coupée. Le soudage effectué sur des conteneurs fermés tels D Arrêter les convertisseurs, débrancher le courant électrique et que des réservoirs, tambours ou des conduites peut décharger les condensateurs d’alimentation selon les instructions provoquer leur éclatement.
  • Page 11: Dangers Supplémentaires En Relation Avec L'installation, Le Fonctionnement Et La Maintenance

    ACCUMULATIONS LES BOUTEILLES peuvent exploser risquent de provoquer des blessures si elles sont endommagées. ou même la mort. Des bouteilles de gaz protecteur contiennent du gaz sous haute pression. Si une bouteille est endom- D Fermer l’alimentation du gaz protecteur en cas magée, elle peut exploser.
  • Page 12: Proposition Californienne 65 Avertissements

    Les PIÈCES MOBILES peuvent RAYONNEMENT HAUTE causer des blessures. FRÉQUENCE (H.F.) risque provoquer des interférences. D Ne pas s’approcher des organes mobiles. D Ne pas s’approcher des points de coincement D Le rayonnement haute fréquence (H.F.) peut tels que des rouleaux de commande. provoquer des interférences avec les équi- pements de radio−navigation et de com- munication, les services de sécurité...
  • Page 13: Principales Normes De Sécurité

    2-5. Principales normes de sécurité Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, ANSI Standard Z49.1, 25 West 43rd Street, New York, NY 10036 (téléphone : 212-642-4900, de Global Engineering Documents (téléphone : 1-877-413-5184, site site Internet : www.ansi.org). Internet : www.global.ihs.com). Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and Other Hot Safe Practices for the Preparation of Containers and Piping for Welding Work, NFPA Standard 51B, de National Fire Protection Association,...
  • Page 14 OM-225 757 Page 10...
  • Page 15: Section 3 − Installation

    SECTION 3 − INSTALLATION 3-1. Specifications Amperes Input at Rated Load Output 60 Hz, Rated Welding Amperage/Voltage Single-Phase Max OCV−DC Output Range 200 V 230 V 460 V 575 V 5 − 400A In CC 85 VDC In 275 A @ 31 Volts Mode CC Mode 11.2...
  • Page 16: Serial Number And Rating Label Location

    3-3. Serial Number And Rating Label Location The serial number and rating information for this product is located on the back. Use rating label to determine input power requirements and/or rated output. For future reference, write serial number in space provided on back cover of this manual. 3-4.
  • Page 17: Dimensions And Weights

    3-5. Dimensions And Weights Dimensions 24-1/2 in. (622 mm) including lift eye 19 in. (483 mm) 25-1/2 in. (648 mm) including strain relief 24-1/2 in. (622 mm) 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) 17-25/32 in. (452 mm) 1-3/64 in. (27 mm) 7/16 in. (11 mm) Dia Weight 177 lb (80 kg) 4 Holes...
  • Page 18: Weld Output Terminals And Selecting Cable Sizes

    3-7. Weld Output Terminals And Selecting Cable Sizes NOTICE − The Total Cable Length in Weld Circuit (see table below) is the combined length of both weld cables. For example, if the power source is 100 ft (30 m) from the workpiece, the total cable length in the weld circuit is 200 ft (2 cables x 100 ft). Use the 200 ft (60 m) column to determine cable size.
  • Page 19: Connecting Weld Output Cables

    3-8. Connecting Weld Output Cables Do not place anything between weld cable terminal and copper bar. Tools Needed: 3/4 in. (19 mm) 803 778-A Correct Installation Incorrect Installation Weld Output Terminal output terminal and secure with nut so that Turn off power before connecting to weld cable terminal is tight against copper Supplied Weld Output Terminal Nut weld output terminals.
  • Page 20: Remote 14 Receptacle Information

    3-9. Remote 14 Receptacle Information Socket* Socket Information 24 volts AC. Protected by circuit breaker CB1. 24 VOLTS AC Contact closure to A completes 24 volts AC contactor control circuit. Output to remote control; +10 volts DC in MIG mode. REMOTE Remote control circuit common.
  • Page 21: Electrical Service Guide

    3-12. Electrical Service Guide Failure to follow these electrical service guide recommendations could create an electric shock or fire hazard. These recommenda- tions are for a dedicated branch circuit sized for the rated output and duty cycle of the welding power source. 60 Hz Single Phase Input Voltage (V) Input Amperes (A) At Rated Output...
  • Page 22: Connecting Input Power

    3-14. Connecting Input Power =GND/PE Earth Ground Tools Needed: 3/8 in. 3/8 in. 804 352-C Welding Power Source Input Power Disconnect Device Input Power Installation must meet all National Connections Connections and Local Codes − have only qualified persons make this installation. Disconnect Device (switch shown in Strain Relief OFF position)
  • Page 23: Section 4 − Operation

    SECTION 4 − OPERATION 4-1. Controls 224 228-C Power Switch make connections to Remote 14 receptacle (see Section 3-10). Fan motor is thermostatically controlled and only runs when cooling is needed. V/A (Voltage/Amperage) Control Voltmeter (see Section 4-2) Control allows selection of either panel or Arc Control-CCW Arc Control-CW Ammeter (see Section 4-2)
  • 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 Meter Reading At Idle Lift-Arc TIG (GTAW) Actual Volts Preset Amps TIG (GTAW) Blank Preset Amps 24.5 MIG (GMAW) Preset Volts Blank 80.0...
  • Page 25: Section 5 − Maintenance & Troubleshooting

    SECTION 5 − MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING 5-1. Routine Maintenance Maintain more often Disconnect input power during severe conditions. before maintaining. 3 Months Repair or Clean and Replace replace tighten weld unreadable cracked terminals. labels. weld cable. 6 Months Blow out or vacuum inside.
  • Page 26: Voltmeter/Ammeter Help Displays

    5-3. Voltmeter/Ammeter Help Displays All directions are in reference to the front of the unit. All circuitry referred to is located inside the unit. Help 0 Display Indicates a shorted thermistor in the rectifier of the unit. If this display is HE.L P−0 shown, contact...
  • Page 27: Troubleshooting

    5-4. Troubleshooting Trouble Remedy No weld output; unit completely inop- Place line disconnect device in On position (see Section 3-14). erative; no meter displays. Check for open line fuse(s), and replace if open (see Section 3-14). Check for proper input power connections (see Section 3-14). Check for proper jumper link position (see Section 3-13).
  • Page 28: Section 6 − Electrical Diagram

    SECTION 6 − ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM Figure 6-1. Circuit Diagram OM-225 757 Page 24...
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  • Page 30 Notes...
  • Page 31 LIMITED WARRANTY − Subject to the terms and conditions 90 Days — Parts Call below, Miller Electric Mfg. Co., Appleton, Wisconsin, warrants to its Accessory (Kits) 1-800-4-A-MILLER original retail purchaser that new Miller equipment sold after the...
  • Page 32 Contact the Delivering Carrier to: 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. ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS − PRINTED IN USA 2010 Miller Electric Mfg. Co. 2010−01...

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