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INSTRUCTIONS FOR
100A 230V
Gas/Gasless MIG Welder
Stock No.16057 Part No. MIG100GG
IMPORTANT: PLEASE READ THESE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY TO ENSURE THE SAFE AND
EFFECTIVE USE OF THIS PRODUCT.
GENERAL INFORMATION
These instructions accompanying the product are the original instructions. This document is part of the product, keep it
for the life of the product passing it on to any subsequent holder of the product. Read all instructions before assembling,
operating or maintaining this product.
This manual has been compiled by Draper Tools describing the purpose for which the product has been designed, and
contains all the necessary information to ensure its correct and safe use. By following all the general safety instructions
contained in this manual, it will ensure both product and operator safety, together with longer life of the product itself.
AlI photographs and drawings in this manual are supplied by Draper Tools to help illustrate the operation of the product.
Whilst every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information contained in this manual, the Draper Tools
policy of continuous improvement determines the right to make modifications without prior warning.
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Page 1: General Information
AlI photographs and drawings in this manual are supplied by Draper Tools to help illustrate the operation of the product. -
Page 2: Title Page
Commercial copying, redistribution, hiring or lending is prohibited. No part of this publication may be stored in a retrieval system or transmitted in any other form or means without written permission from Draper Tools Limited. In all cases this copyright notice must remain intact. -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
CONTENTS 2.1 CONTENTS PAGE CONTENT PAGE TITLE PAGE INTRODUCTION ....................2 REVISION HISTORY................... 2 UNDERSTANDING THIS MANUAL ..............2 COPYRIGHT NOTICE ..................2 CONTENTS CONTENTS ......................3 GUARANTEE GUARANTEE ..................... 4 INTRODUCTION SCOPE ....................... 5 SPECIFICATION ....................5 HANDLING AND STORAGE ................5 HEALTH &... -
Page 4: Guarantee
This guarantee applies in lieu of any other guarantee expressed or implied and variations of its terms are not authorised. Your Draper guarantee is not effective unless you can produce upon request a dated receipt or invoice to verify your proof of purchase within the guarantee period. -
Page 5: Introduction
This gas/gasless MIG welder is a limited duty machine designed to perform welding fabrication on a variety of steel types with solid and flux cored filler wire. 4.2 SPECIFICATION Stock no ..........................16057 Part no ........................MIG100GG Input: Voltage (U1..V) ..................... 230V~ Phase ..........................1 Frequency........................ -
Page 6: Health & Safety Information
HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION 5.1 GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR POWER TOOL USE When using any type of power tool there are steps that should be taken to make sure that you, as the user, remain safe. Common sense and a respect for the tool will help reduce the risk of injury. Read the instruction manual fully. -
Page 7: Specific Safety Instructions For Mig Welders
HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION Do not overreach. Extending your body too far can result in a loss of balance and you falling. This could be from a height or onto a machine and will result in injury. Maintain your tools correctly. A well maintained tool will do the job safely. Replace any damaged or missing parts immediately with original parts from the manufacturer. - Page 8 HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION – Wear isolating footwear and gloves that are in good condition, i.e. without holes. – In hazardous conditions of increased electric shock always ensure a second person is present in case of accident. – Never change electrodes with bare hands or damp gloves. –...
- Page 9 HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION – Avoid taking any fuels with you e.g. cigarette lighters or matches. – Hot spots and their immediate surroundings should be observed until their temperature has dropped to normal. Personal Protection: – The body should be protected by suitable clothing. –...
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Page 10: Connection To The Power Supply
HEALTH & SAFETY INFORMATION – Welding power sources are not IEC 60974-1 to be used for pipe thawing. – Take precautions against 21A/15V – 100A/19V toppling over, if the power 100% source shall be placed on a tilted 18.5V plane. –... -
Page 11: Technical Description
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION 6.1 IDENTIFICATION Direct torch connection Handle Min/Max switch (welding current) 1/2 switch (welding current) On/Off switch Thermal cutout warning light Power cable Earth clamp cable Earth clamp connector Wire feed speed control Tension roller Tensioner Wire guide Spool hub assembly MIG torch Earth clamp Ventilation grille... -
Page 12: Unpacking & Checking
Lay the contents out and check them against the parts shown below. If any part is damaged or missing; please contact the Draper Helpline (the telephone number appears on the Title page) and do not attempt to use the machine. -
Page 13: Preparing The Welder
PREPARING THE WELDER Warning! Do not make any adjustments, maintenance or servicing with the machine connected to the power supply. 8.1 LOCATION Locate the machine in close proximity to the correct power supply and allow 500mm air gap around to ensure sufficient ventilation. There is one cooling fan located in the rear of the machine housing which must be kept clear. -
Page 14: Wire Drive Unit
PREPARING THE WELDER 8.3 WIRE DRIVE UNIT – FIGS. 4 – 5 FIG.4 The wire is fed down the torch lining by the wire drive motor. Tension of the rollers must be adjusted correctly to prevent the filler wire slipping or jamming. iv. -
Page 15: Gas/No Gas Welding Principle
PREPARING THE WELDER 8.4 GAS/NO GAS WELDING PRINCIPLE For a successful weld joint, the molten metal must be protected from contaminating gases found in the air. This is either achieved by supplying the torch with gas from a bottle or setting the machine up for no-gas and using a flux cored filler wire. -
Page 16: Basic Welding Operations
BASIC WELDING OPERATIONS 9.1 ON/OFF SWITCH – FIG.8 FIG.8 The on/off switch is a rocker switch. Press the top half in to switch the welder 'on' and the bottom half in to switch the welder 'off'. 9.2 WELDING CURRENT REGULATION FIG.9 SWITCHES –... -
Page 17: Thermal Cutout
Likewise and more importantly the wire feed tip must be kept clean to avoid the wire becoming blocked or restricted. Use of an anti-spatter spray (Draper Stock No.05709) will help keep the end result more tidy. †... -
Page 18: Troubleshooting
10. TROUBLESHOOTING 10.1 WELDING TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Example Term Cause Insufficient penetration. – Incorrect arc distance. – Welding current too low. – Wire speed to low. – Welding line not central to butt. Overlap. – Wire size too large for application. –... -
Page 19: Maintenance
11. MAINTENANCE 11.1 MAINTENANCE Warning: Remove the plug from the power supply. Periodically the welder must be checked as detailed below. • Check the torch cable and ground cable connections. • Clean the contact tip and the gas shroud with an iron brush. Replace if worn. •... -
Page 20: Explanation Of Symbols
12. EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS 12.1 EXPLANATION OF SYMBOLS Danger! Warning! Electricity. Keep your distance. Read the instruction manual. Warning! Disable the machine before attempting to maintain it. Always wear welding gloves/gauntlets. Always wear suitable protective clothing. Always wear suitable eye/face protection. WEEE Do not dispose of Waste Electrical &... -
Page 21: Disposal
13. DISPOSAL 13.1 DISPOSAL – At the end of the machine’s working life, or when it can no longer be repaired, ensure that it is disposed of according to national regulations. – Contact your local authority for details of collection schemes in your area. In all circumstances: •... - Page 22 NOTES...
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- Page 24 - Sales Desk: (023) 8049 4333 - General Enquiries: (023) 8026 6355 - Service/Warranty Repair Agent For aftersales servicing or warranty repairs, please contact the Draper Tools Helpline for details of an agent in your local area. YOUR DRAPER STOCKIST KCCH0816...
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