Section 2: Introduction; How To Use This Manual; Equipment Identification; Receipt Of Equipment - Firepower MST 180i Operating Manual

2.01 How to Use This Manual

This Manual usually applies to the part numbers listed on
page i. To ensure safe operation, read the entire manual,
including the chapter on safety instructions and warnings.
Throughout this manual, the word WARNING, CAUTION and
NOTE may appear. Pay particular attention to the information
provided under these headings. These special annotations
are easily recognized as follows:
Gives information regarding possible electrical
shock injury. Warnings will be enclosed in a box
such as this.
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Gives information regarding possible personal
injury. Warnings will be enclosed in a box such
as this.
Refers to possible equipment damage. Cautions
will be shown in bold type.
Offers helpful information concerning certain op-
erating procedures. Notes will be shown in italics.
You will also notice icons from the safety section appearing
throughout the manual. These are to advise you of specific
types of hazards or cautions related to the portion of informa-
tion that follows. Some may have multiple hazards that apply
and would look something like this:

2.02 Equipment Identification

The Power Source's identification number (specification or
part number), model, and serial number usually appear on a
nameplate attached to the machine. Equipment which does
not have a nameplate attached to the machine is identified
only by the specification or part number printed on the ship-
ping container. Record these numbers for future reference.
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CAUTION
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2.03 Receipt of Equipment

When you receive the equipment, check it against the invoice
to make sure it is complete and inspect the equipment for
possible damage due to shipping. If there is any damage,
notify the carrier immediately to file a claim. Furnish complete
information concerning damage claims or shipping errors
to the location in your area listed in the inside back cover of
this manual. Include all equipment identification numbers
as described above along with a full description of the parts
in error.

2.04 Description

The Firepower MST 180i is a self contained single phase
multi process welding system that is capable of performing
MIG (GMAW/FCAW), STICK (SMAW) and LIFT TIG (GTAW)
welding processes. The Power Source is equipped with an
integrated wire feed unit, digital voltage and amperage me-
ters, and a host of other features in order to fully satisfy the
broad operating needs of the modern welding professional.
The Power Source is also fully compliant to Standard CSA
E60974-1-00 and UL 60974.1.
The Firepower MIG provides excellent welding performance
across a broad range of applications when used with the
correct welding consumables and procedures. The follow-
ing instructions detail how to correctly and safely set up the
machine and give guidelines on gaining the best efficiency and
quality from the Power Source. Please read these instructions
thoroughly before using this equipment.

2.05 Transportation Methods

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from de-energized supply line before moving the welding
Power Source.
Lift Power Source with handle on top of case. Use handcart or
similar device of adequate capacity. If using a fork lift vehicle,
secure the Power Source on a proper skid before transporting.
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