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Chicago Electric 98870 Set Up And Operating Instructions Manual

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Arc Welder - 120
Set up And OperAting inStructiOnS
Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally.
Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight tools
Visit our website at: http://www.harborfreight.com
read this material before using this product.
Failure to do so can result in serious injury.
SAVe tHiS MAnuAl.
Copyright
1999 by Harbor Freight Tools
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or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the
express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools.
For technical questions or replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353.
Model
3491 Mission Oaks Blvd., Camarillo, CA 93011
98870
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  • Page 1 Copyright 1999 by Harbor Freight Tools © or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools. For technical questions or replacement parts, please call 1-800-444-3353. Model 98870 .

  • Page 2: Specifications

    Step-less variable Amperage is easily adjustable using a control knob, with an easy-to-read gauge on top of the unit. This welder is easily portable, using the attached carrying handle. This welder will use either 115 Volt or 30 Volt current.
  • Page 3 Page 3- SKU: 98870...
  • Page 4 Always unplug your welder prior to making any adjustments or repairs. Never leave your welder unattended while plugged in. Never use your welder in a wet environment, or while you are wet or on a wet sur- face. Always wear electrical insulating clothing, gloves and shoes while using your welder.
  • Page 5 Safety precautions, such as using natural or forced air ventilation and wearing an AnSi approved respirator, are eSSentiAl to reduce the risk of developing the above illnesses. Page 5- SKU: 98870 inhalation Hazard • Heart disease •...
  • Page 6 Ground Clamp Installation Locate the Ground Clamp which is included in your welder kit, see Figure , step 1. Slide the Handle Grip off the Ground Clamp, exposing the Wire Attachment area . Slide the Handle Grip over the end of the GROUND WIRE (4), see Figure , Step .
  • Page 7 Handle Grip, as shown. WArning! Never use your welder if the Insulating Handle Grips are not in good condition and securely in place. Dangerous potentially fatal shocks can result from improper handle insulation.

  • Page 8: Installing The Power Plug

    Severe equipment failure and property damage can result from improper wiring or switch selection. WArning! If Arc Welder is operated at 115 V~, be sure not to regulate the current over 70 A, or the 30 A breaker in your house line will trip.

  • Page 9: Wiring Diagram

    Wiring diagram 115/230 V~ 115 V~: b - M 230 V~: M - n b=White n=red M=black Page 9- SKU: 98870...
  • Page 10 Do not plug in or turn on the welder until you are prepared to work, and are confident that it is safe to do so. Do not allow the Welding Rod, or Electrode Holder to touch anything that you do not intend to weld.
  • Page 11 Always wear heavy protective gloves when welding, to protect yourself from sparks, splatter and hot workpieces. If welding overhead, always wear protective leather welder’s jacket and overalls. Always wear sturdy shoes or boots for protection against splatter, and to provide insulation from the ground.

  • Page 12: Arc Welding Basics

    Notice: If the Yellow Warning Light goes on. Stop welding, turn off and unplug the welder, and wait at least 15 minutes for the unit to cool down. Recheck your electrode selection and Amperage setting to determine if they are cor- rect for the welds being made.
  • Page 13 Do not contaminate joint by using dirty materials or tools, or using slag hammers or scratch brushes which have been previously used on different material. For ex- ample, a scratch brush previously used on steel weld may cause rust contamination if used on stainless steel weld. Page 13- SKU: 98870...
  • Page 14 Clean the joint edges of dirt, rust, paint, or use an E6013 electrode. Decrease the gap between the work pieces. Use a weaving technique to better fill the gap. Visual Inspection of the finished weld Compare your weld joints to these drawings for suggestions on achieving better welds. Page 14- SKU: 98870...

  • Page 15: Parts List

    TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO. Page 15- SKU: 98870 parts list Q’ty...

  • Page 16: Assembly Diagram

    Assembly diagram Page 16- SKU: 98870...

  • Page 17: Limited 1 Year / 90 Day Warranty

    90 day/1 year Warranty shall not apply to consumable parts such as tips, welding wire, and gas nozzles. Harbor Freight Tools also warrants to the original purchaser, for a period of one year from date of purchase, that the transformer and rectifier are free from defects in materials and workmanship (90 days if used by a professional contractor or if used as rental equipment).

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