Summary of Contents for Miller Electric Legend 301 G
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Miller Legend 301 G Visit our website at www.MillerWelds.com OM-4411 207 283E May 2004 Processes Stick (SMAW) Welding TIG (GTAW) Welding MIG (GMAW) Welding & Flux Cored (FCAW) Welding- With Voltage Sensing Feeder Description Engine Driven Welding Generator...
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SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING Y Warning: Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions. 1-1. Symbol Usage Means Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards with this procedure! The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols.
WELDING can cause fire or explosion. Welding on closed containers, such as tanks, drums, or pipes, can cause them to blow up. Sparks can fly off from the welding arc. The flying sparks, hot workpiece, and hot equipment can cause fires and burns. Accidental contact of electrode to metal objects can cause sparks, explosion, overheating, or fire.
STEAM AND HOT COOLANT can burn. D If possible, check coolant level when engine is cold to avoid scalding. D Always check coolant level at overflow tank, if pres- ent on unit, instead of radiator (unless told otherwise in maintenance section or engine manual). D If the engine is warm, checking is needed, and there is no overflow tank, follow the next two statements.
READ INSTRUCTIONS. D Use only genuine MILLER/Hobart replacement parts. D Perform engine and air compressor (if applicable) maintenance and service according to this manual and the engine/air compressor (if applicable) manu- als. H.F. RADIATION can cause interference. D High-frequency (H.F.) can interfere with radio naviga- tion, safety services, computers, and communica- tions equipment.
SECTION 2 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT Y Avertissement: Protégez vous et les autres des blessures − lisez et suivez ces précautions. 2-1. Signification des symboles Signifie Mise en garde ! Soyez vigilant ! Cette procédure présente des risques de danger ! Ceux-ci sont identifiés par des symboles adjacents aux directives.
LES ACCUMULATIONS DE GAZ ris- quent de provoquer des blessures ou même la mort. D Fermer l’alimentation du gaz protecteur en cas de non utilisation. D Veiller toujours à bien aérer les espaces confinés ou se servir d’un respi- rateur d’adduction d’air homologué. LES RAYONS DE L’ARC peuvent pro- voquer des brûlures dans les yeux et sur la peau.
L’EXPLOSION DE LA BATTERIE peut RENDRE AVEUGLE. D Toujours porter une protection faciale, des gants en caoutchouc et vêtements de protection lors d’une in- tervention sur la batterie. D Arrêter le moteur avant de débrancher ou de brancher les câbles de batterie.
LE SURCHAUFFEMENT peut endom- mager le moteur électrique. D Arrêter ou déconnecter l’équipement avant de dé- marrer ou d’arrêter le moteur. D Ne pas laisser tourner le moteur trop lentement sous risque d’endommager le moteur électrique à cause d’une tension et d’une fréquence trop faibles. D Ne pas brancher de moteur de 50 ou de 60 Hz à...
SECTION 4 − SPECIFICATIONS 4-1. Description This multiprocess engine-driven welder and AC generator provides low speed generator AC power and DC weld out- put for quiet, fuel-efficient operation. At 1800 rpm, this unit produces 5 kW/kVA 60 Hz 120/240 Volt AC generator power.
4-6. Duty Cycle 100% Duty Cycle at 280 Amperes DC/CC Notes OM-4411 Page 12 Continuous Welding % DUTY CYCLE Duty cycle is the percentage of 10 minutes that unit can weld at rated load without overheating. Y Exceeding duty cycle can damage unit warranty.
4-7. Stick And MIG Mode Volt-Ampere Curves A. CC/DC Stick Mode B. CV/DC MIG Mode 3000 RPM 3600 RPM DC AMPERES 3600 RPM 3000 RPM DC AMPERES The volt-ampere curves show the minimum and maximum voltage and amperage output capabilities of the welding generator.
4-8. DC TIG Mode Volt-Ampere Curves Notes OM-4411 Page 14 DC AMPERES The volt-ampere curves show the minimum and maximum voltage and amperage output capabilities of the welding generator. Curves of other settings fall between the curves shown. 204 930 Work like a Pro! Pros weld and cut safely.
SECTION 5 − INSTALLATION 5-1. Installing Welding Generator Movement Y Do not lift unit from end. Location Mounting Inadequate support. Y Do not use flexible mounts. Grounding GND/PE Airflow Clearance 18 in (460 mm) 18 in (460 mm) Electrically bond generator frame to vehicle frame by metal-to-metal contact.
5-2. Engine Prestart Checks Full Gasoline OM-4411 Page 16 Full Check all fluids daily. Engine must be cold and on a level surface. Unit is shipped with 10W30 engine oil. Follow run-in procedure in engine manual. This unit has a low oil pressure shutdown switch.
5-3. Activating The Dry Charge Battery (If Applicable) 5 A For 30 Minutes 30 A For 12 Minutes − Remove battery from unit. Eye Protection − Safety Glasses Or Face Shield Rubber Gloves Vent Caps Sulfuric Acid Electrolyte (1.265 Specific Gravity) Well Fill each cell with electrolyte to bottom of well (maximum).
5-4. Connecting The Battery Tools Needed: 3/8, 1/2 in 5-5. Installing Exhaust Pipe Tools Needed: 1/2 in OM-4411 Page 18 Y Connect negative (−) cable last. − Ref. 800 394-C / Ref. 211 909 / Ref. S-0756-D Y Stop engine and let cool. Y Engine backfire can cause se- vere burns or other injuries.
5-6. Connecting To Weld Output Terminals 5-7. Selecting Weld Cable Sizes* Weld Output Terminals Y Stop engine before Welding connecting to weld out- Amperes put terminals. Y Do not use worn, dam- aged, undersized, or poorly spliced cables. This chart is a general guideline and may not suit all applications. If cable overheats, use next size larger cable. **Weld cable size (AWG) is based on either a 4 volts or less drop or a current density of at least 300 circular mils per ampere.
5-8. Remote Receptacle Information NOTE Engine runs at weld speed (3000 or 3600 rpm) whenever a device connected to the remote receptacle is running. C L N Notes OM-4411 Page 20 Socket* 24 volts ac. Protected by circuit breaker CB5. 24 VOLTS AC Not used.
5-9. Adjusting Wire (MIG) Weld Puddle Consistency Tools Needed: 3/8, 7/16 in Y Stop engine and let cool. Stabilizer DC-Z is factory connected to suit most Wire (MIG) welding applica- tions. To change Wire (MIG) weld puddle con- sistency, proceed as follows: Remove cover and right side panel.
6-2. Description Of Front Panel Controls Process Switch See Section 6-3 for Process switch informa- tion. Voltage/Amperage Adjust Switch And Remote Receptacle Use switch to select front panel or remote voltage/amperage control. For remote con- trol, place switch in Remote position and connect remote control to Remote recep- tacle RC4 (see Sections 5-8 and 6-4).
6-3. Process Switch Switch Setting Switch Setting Electrode Hot − Wire Electrode Hot − Stick Air Carbon Arc (CAC-A) Cutting And Gouging Electrode Hot − Scratch Start TIG OM-4411 Page 24 Process Switch Settings Process Process MIG (GMAW) Stick (SMAW), Scratch Start TIG (GTAW) Process Switch Y Weld output terminals are ener-...
6-4. Remote Amperage/Voltage Control Example: Combination Remote Amperage Control (Stick) Set V/A Adjust Switch Max (180 A DC) Min (40 A DC) Set Process Adjust Remote Control (Stick Welding Only) This unit does not have remote con- tactor control. Output is always on. Remote Receptacle RC4 Connect optional remote control to RC4 (see Section 5-8).
7-2. Variable Frequency (Hz) Generator Power Receptacle RC3 Notes Y Do not operate equipment re- quiring a constant frequency from variable frequency re- ceptacle RC3. 120 V 20 A Variable Frequency AC Receptacle RC3 Receptacle supplies single-phase power continuously. Frequency (Hz) of generator power output changes with engine speed.
7-3. Wiring Instructions For Optional 240 Volt, Single-Phase Plug (NEMA 14-50P) Current Available in Amperes 240 V Each 120 V Duplex Receptacle* Receptacle V x A = Watts *One 240 V load or two 120 V loads. OM-4411 Page 28 120V 120V 240V...
8-2. Maintenance Label NOTE Follow the storage procedure in the engine owner’s manual if the unit will not be used for an extended period. 8-3. Servicing Optional Spark Arrestor Tools Needed: 1/4 in OM-4411 Page 30 Y Stop engine and let cool. Spark Arrestor Screen Clean and inspect screen.
8-4. Servicing Air Cleaner Y Stop engine. Y Do not run engine without air cleaner or with dirty element. Wrapper (Foam Element) Wash wrapper with soap and water solution. Allow wrapper to air dry completely. Spread 1 tablespoon SAE 30 oil evenly into wrapper.
8-5. Changing Engine Oil, Oil Filter, And Fuel Filter Full Tools Needed: OM-4411 Page 32 Y Stop engine and let cool. Oil Drain Valve Oil Filter Change engine oil and filter accord- ing to engine manual. Y Close valve and valve cap before adding oil and run- ning engine.
8-6. Overload Protection Located behind front panel. Y Stop engine. Tools Needed: When a circuit breaker or fuse opens, it usually indicates a more serious problem exists. Contact a Factory Authorized Service 3/8 in Agent. Circuit Breaker CB5 CB5 protects the 24 volt ac output to Remote receptacle RC4.
8-7. Troubleshooting A. Welding Trouble No weld output. Check control settings. Check weld connections. Disconnect equipment from generator power receptacles during start-up. Place V/A Adjust switch in Panel position, or move switch to Remote position and connect remote control to Remote receptacle RC4 (see Sections 5-8 and 6-1). Check and secure connections to Remote receptacle RC4 (see Sections 5-8).
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Trouble Lack of high frequency; difficulty in Use proper size tungsten for welding amperage. establishing Gas Tungsten Arc Weld- ing arc. Reduce leakage of high frequency from torch or work cable (check grounding, remove excessive coils from weld cables, use shorter weld cables, etc.). Check cables and torch for cracked or deteriorated insulation or bad connections.
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D. Engine Trouble Engine will not crank. Check fuse F6, and replace if open (see Section 8-6). Check battery voltage. Check battery connections and tighten if necessary. Check plug PLG5 and plug PLG8 connections. Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check Engine Control switch S2. Engine does not start.
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SECTION 10 − GENERATOR POWER GUIDELINES NOTE The views in this section are intended to be representative of all engine-driven welding generators. Your unit may differ from those shown. 10-1. Selecting Equipment 10-2. Grounding Generator To Truck Or Trailer Frame Electrically bond generator frame to vehicle frame by metal-to-metal contact.
10-3. Grounding When Supplying Building Systems 10-4. How Much Power Does Equipment Require? AMPERES x VOLTS = WATTS EXAMPLE 1: If a drill uses 4.5 amperes at 115 volts, calculate its running power requirement in watts. The load applied by the drill is 520 watts. EXAMPLE 2: If three 200 watt flood lamps are used with the drill from Example 1, add the individual loads to calculate total load.
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10-5. Approximate Power Requirements For Industrial Motors Industrial Motors Split Phase Capacitor Start-Induction Run Capacitor Start-Capacitor Run Fan Duty 10-6. Approximate Power Requirements For Farm/Home Equipment Farm/Home Equipment Stock Tank De-Icer Grain Cleaner Portable Conveyor Grain Elevator Milk Cooler Milker (Vacuum Pump) FARM DUTY MOTORS Std.
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10-7. Approximate Power Requirements For Contractor Equipment Contractor Hand Drill Circular Saw Table Saw Band Saw Bench Grinder Air Compressor Electric Chain Saw Electric Trimmer Electric Cultivator Elec. Hedge Trimmer Flood Lights Submersible Pump Centrifugal Pump Floor Polisher High Pressure Washer 55 gal Drum Mixer Wet &...
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10-8. Power Required To Start Motor Single-Phase Induction Motor Starting Requirements Motor Start Code KVA/HP kVA/HP x HP x 1000 VOLTS EXAMPLE: Calculate the starting amperage required for a 230 V, 1/4 HP motor with a motor start code of M. Volts = 230 HP = 1/4 11.2 x 1/4 x 1000...
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10-10. Typical Connections To Supply Standby Power Y Properly install and ground this equipment according to its Owner’s Manual and national, state, and local codes. Utility Electrical Service Y Have only qualified persons perform these connections according to all applicable codes and safety practic- Y Properly install and ground this equipment according to its Owner’s Manual and national, state, and local...
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10-11. Selecting Extension Cord (Use Shortest Cord Possible) Cord Lengths for 120 Volt Loads Y If unit does not have GFCI receptacles, use GFCI-protected extension cord. Current Load (Watts) (Amperes) 1200 1800 2400 3000 3600 4200 4800 5400 6000 *Conductor size is based on maximum 2% voltage drop Cord Lengths for 240 Volt Loads Y If unit does not have GFCI receptacles, use GFCI-protected extension cord.
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Notes MATERIAL THICKNESS REFERENCE CHART 24 Gauge (.025 in) 22 Gauge (.031 in) 20 Gauge (.037 in) 18 Gauge (.050 in) 16 Gauge (.063 in) 14 Gauge (.078 in) 1/8 in (.125 in) 3/16 in (.188 in) 1/4 in (.25 in) 5/16 in (.313 in) 3/8 in (.375 in) 1/2 in (.5 in)
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Warranty Questions? Call LIMITED WARRANTY − Subject to the terms and conditions below, Miller Electric Mfg. Co., Appleton, Wisconsin, warrants to 1-800-4-A-MILLER its original retail purchaser that new Miller equipment sold after for your local the effective date of this limited warranty is free of defects in material and workmanship at the time it is shipped by Miller.
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