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OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL MODEL GAW-135H PORTABLE DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR (GASOLINE ENGINE) Revision #1 (06/23/04) THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
Generally, the engine output power will decrease 3 1/2% for each 1000 feet of altitude above sea level, and 1% for each 10 ° ° ° ° ° fahrenheit above the standard temperature of 60 GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (06/23/04) — PAGE 7...
Portable Generator/Welder operation will be referenced with Hazard Symbols which appear throughout this manual, and will be referenced in conjunction with Safety Message Alert Symbols . PAGE 8 — GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/23/04)
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ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing protection. This generator, other property, or the surrounding environment could NOTE be damaged if you do not follow instructions. GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (06/23/04) — PAGE 9...
Multiquip for this equipment. Damage to the equipment and/or injury to user may result. ■ Manufacturer does not assume responsibility for any accident due to equipment modifications. PAGE 10 — GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/23/04)
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There exist the possibility of electrocution, electrical shock or burn, which can cause severe bodily harm or even death ! PAGE 12 — GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/23/04)
Machine Safety Decals The MQ GAW-135H portable generator/welder is equipped with a number of safety decals (see below and on preceeding page). These decals are provided for operator safety and maintenance information. The illustration below shows these decals as they appear on the machine.
To protect the generator from an overload, a 2-pole, 15 amp circuit breaker is provided on the control panel. Make sure to switch this circuit breaker to the "OFF" position prior to starting the engine. PAGE 16 — GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/23/04)
. t f NOTE receptacles, total load should not . t f . t f . t f exceed the rated capacity of the t l o generator. GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (06/23/04) — PAGE 17...
GAW-135H — CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Figure 2. Generator Controls and Components PAGE 18 — GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/23/04)
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Placing the generator/welder on level ground the starter grip until resistance is felt, then pull briskly and will ensure that the low oil sensor will function properly. smoothly. GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (06/23/04) — PAGE 19...
REMOVE generator from truck bed and place on ground (Figure 3) to refuel. This possibility exist of fire or explosion due to static electricity. Figure 3. Generator/Welder Refueling PAGE 20 — GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/23/04)
8 ft. into the ground. boots and gloves to insulate the body from a short circuit. GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (06/23/04) — PAGE 21...
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At the generator, connect the terminal of the ground cable between the lock washer and the nut (Figure 4) and tighten the nut fully. Connect the other end of the ground cable to a suitable earth ground (ground rod). Figure 4. Generator Grounding PAGE 22 — GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/23/04)
4. If the oil level is low (Figure 6), fill to the edge of the oil filler hole with the recommended oil type (Table 4). Maximum oil capacity is .63 quarts (0.6 liters) GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (06/23/04) — PAGE 23...
DO NOT pull the starter rope all the way to the end. DO NOT release the starter knob after pulling. Allow it to rewind as soon as PAGE 24 — GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/23/04)
3 seconds. Connecting the Load 1. If small wattage power tools are required, connect them to the GFCI receptacle. Figure 14. Idle Control Switch (On) GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (06/23/04) — PAGE 25...
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4. Place the engine fuel valve lever (Figure 25) to the "OFF" position. ” Figure 25. Engine Fuel Valve Lever (OFF Position) Emergency Showdown 1. Place the engine ON/OFF switch (Figure 24) in the OFF position. PAGE 26 — GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/23/04)
. t f t f 0 . t f . t f . t f . t f Figure 24. Welding Cable (Terminal Connector) GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (06/23/04) — PAGE 27...
Wipe heavy duty paper element dry with toweling. Saturate element with kerosene; squeeze excess from foam element. Wipe excess from heavy duty paper element. Figure 26. Spark Plug Gap GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (06/23/04) — PAGE 29...
Pull out the starter rope slowly and stop at the compression point. Clean all external parts of the generating set with a cloth. Cover the generating set and store in a clean, dry place. PAGE 30 — GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/23/04)
. All parts with same symbol in the number column, , #, , %, or >, belong to the same assembly or kit. PAGE 36 — GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/23/04)
Multiquip’s designated receiving point. at the time of any price change. PAGE 82 — GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/23/04)
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FAX: 310-631-5032 WARRANTY DEPARTMENT 800-421-1244, EXT. 279 FAX: 310-537-1173 310-537-3700, EXT. 279 Manufactured for MULTIQUIP INC. DENYO MANUFACTURING CO., JAPAN Your Local Dealer is: Atlanta • Boise • Dallas • Houston • Newark Montreal, Canada • Manchester, UK Rio De Janiero, Brazil • Guadalajara, Mexico...