D Keep away from moving parts such as fans. surfaces. D Keep all doors, panels, covers, and guards D Do not service unit near flammables. closed and securely in place. Handler 135 / 175 TM-944 Page 1 Return To Table Of Contents...
To reduce magnetic fields in the workplace, use the following Pacemaker wearers consult your doctor first. If cleared by your doctor, procedures: then following the above procedures is recommended. TM-944 Page 2 Handler 135 / 175 Return To Table Of Contents...
Ref. 802 440-A 3-2. Installing Work Clamp Work Cable From Unit Work Clamp Screw Work Clamp Tabs Bend tabs around work cable. Tools Needed: 3/8, 7/16 in 802 456 TM-944 Page 6 Handler 135 / 175 Return To Table Of Contents...
Y Special installation may be required where gasoline or volatile liquids are present − see NEC Article 511 or CEC Section 20. 18 in (460 mm) 802 442-A Handler 135 / 175 TM-944 Page 9 Return To Table Of Contents...
= GND/PE 230 VAC, 1 Y Do not move or operate unit where it could tip. ssb2.2* 1/94 − 802 443-A / Ref. 802 085 TM-944 Page 10 Handler 135 / 175 Return To Table Of Contents...
Retaining ring used with 8 in (203 mm) spool only. Tools Needed: 1/2 in 803 012 / 803 013-B / Ref. 802 971-C Handler 135 / 175 TM-944 Page 11 Return To Table Of Contents...
Press gun trigger until wire comes Tighten knob enough to prevent slipping. Reinstall contact tip and nozzle. out of gun. Cut off wire. Close door. Ref. 802 444-C TM-944 Page 12 Handler 135 / 175 Return To Table Of Contents...
As Voltage switch setting in- creases, wire speed range also in- creases (see weld setting label in welding power source or Sections 4-2 or 4-3, as applicable). Power Switch Ref. 196 082 Handler 135 / 175 TM-944 Page 13 Return To Table Of Contents...
Adjust tension per instructions in the manual. **Aluminum wire is relatively soft so feedability is not as good. Make sure that hub tension is not too tight and TM-944 Page 14 Return To Table Of Contents Handler 135 / 175...
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A ”push angle” for the torch is normally recommended. 209 228 Handler 135 / 175 Return To Table Of Contents TM-944 Page 15...
Adjust tension per instructions in the manual. **Aluminum wire is relatively soft so feedability is not as good. Make sure that hub tension is not too tight and TM-944 Page 16 Return To Table Of Contents Handler 135 / 175...
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A ”push angle” for the torch is normally recommended. 209 229 Handler 135 / 175 Return To Table Of Contents TM-944 Page 17...
14 Polarity Changeover Block Terminals allow changing between DCEP and DCEN processes. 15 Wire Drive Motor Feeds wire at a speed set by R1. Pressing gun trigger activates wire drive motor. TM-944 Page 18 Return To Table Of Contents Handler 135 / 175...
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Range Switch Main Rectifier Stablizer L1 Main Transformer Capacitor C1 Polarity Changeover Block Wire Drive Motor Welding Wire (Electrode) Work AC Or DC Control Circuits Weld Current Circuit Handler 135 / 175 Return To Table Of Contents TM-944 Page 19...
Check T1 for signs of winding failure. Check continuity across each winding and check for proper connections. Check secondary voltages. Replace T1 if necessary. Check Control board PC1 and connections, and replace PC1 if necessary (see Section 6-4). TM-944 Page 20 Handler 135 / 175 Return To Table Of Contents...
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Clean or replace gas hose. Check shielding gas valve GS1 for proper coil voltage and connections. Check continuity of coil. Replace GS1 if necessary. Clear blockage in gun. Handler 135 / 175 TM-944 Page 21 Return To Table Of Contents...
6-2. Troubleshooting Circuit Diagram For Welding Power Source (115 VAC Model) V8/R5 V9/R6 V11/R9 See also Section 6-4 for PC1 data Test Equipment Needed: TM-944 Page 22 Return To Table Of Contents Handler 135 / 175...
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Drive Motor RPM At No Load* Voltage Min. Max. Switch S2 Position *All tests done with the pressure assembly open, not feeding wire. Values are nominal. 194 324-C Handler 135 / 175 Return To Table Of Contents TM-944 Page 23...
6-3. Troubleshooting Circuit Diagram For Welding Power Source (230 VAC Model) V8/R5 V9/R6 V11/R9 See also Section 6-6 for PC1 data Test Equipment Needed: TM-944 Page 24 Return To Table Of Contents Handler 135 / 175...
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Drive Motor RPM At No Load* Voltage Min. Max. Switch S2 Position *All tests done with the pressure assembly open, not feeding wire. Values are nominal. 194 325-A Handler 135 / 175 Return To Table Of Contents TM-944 Page 25...
30 volts dc, reference to TP-C 15 volts dc with Wire Speed control R1 at minimum, reference to TP-C 11 volts dc with Wire Speed control R1 at maximum, reference to TP-C Handler 135 / 175 TM-944 Page 27 Return To Table Of Contents...
30 volts dc, reference to TP-C 15 volts dc with Wire Speed control R1 at minimum, reference to TP-C 11 volts dc with Wire Speed control R1 at maximum, reference to TP-C Handler 135 / 175 TM-944 Page 29 Return To Table Of Contents...
Drive motor protection circuit protects drive motor from overload. If drive motor becomes inoperative, release gun trigger and wait until protection circuit resets allowing drive motor to feed wire again. TM-944 Page 30 Handler 135 / 175 Return To Table Of Contents...
Nozzle Contact Tip Cut off welding wire at contact tip. Remove nozzle. Remove contact tip and install new contact tip. Reinstall nozzle. Tools Needed: Ref. 802 399-A Handler 135 / 175 TM-944 Page 31 Return To Table Of Contents...
Blow out gun casing. Cut liner off so that 3/4 in (19 mm) sticks out of head tube. Install gas diffuser, adapter, contact tip, and nozzle. Ref. 802 446 TM-944 Page 32 Handler 135 / 175 Return To Table Of Contents...
Hand-tighten head tube into cable connector. nuts are tight. Remove from vice. Reposition handle and install switch housing. Secure with handle locking nut. Tools Needed: 19 mm Ref. ST-800 795-C Handler 135 / 175 TM-944 Page 33 Return To Table Of Contents...
KK213350 and following 194 325-A 196 655-A Circuit Board PC1 KK213350 and following 195 890 ( 115 VAC Model) Circuit Board PC1 KK213350 and following 195 891 (230 VAC Model) TM-944 Page 34 Handler 135 / 175 Return To Table Of Contents...
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194 324-C Figure 8-1. Circuit Diagram For 115 VAC Model Effective With Serial No. KK213350 And Following Handler 135 / 175 TM-944 Page 35 Return To Table Of Contents...
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194 325-A Figure 8-2. Circuit Diagram For 230 VAC Model Effective With Serial No. KK213350 And Following TM-944 Page 36 Handler 135 / 175 Return To Table Of Contents...
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196 637-A Figure 8-3. Wiring Diagram For 115 VAC Model Effective With Serial No. KK213350 And Following Handler 135 / 175 TM-944 Page 37 Return To Table Of Contents...
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196 655-A Figure 8-4. Wiring Diagram For 230 Model Effective With Serial No. KK213350 And Following TM-944 Page 38 Handler 135 / 175 Return To Table Of Contents...
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195 890-A Figure 8-5. Circuit Diagram For 115 VAC Model Control Board PC1 Effective With Serial No. KK213350 And Following Handler 135 / 175 TM-944 Page 39 Return To Table Of Contents...
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195 891-A Figure 8-6. Circuit Diagram For 230 VAC Model Control Board PC1 Effective With Serial No. KK213350 And Following TM-944 Page 40 Handler 135 / 175 Return To Table Of Contents...
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TM-944C October 2003 Handler 135 (500 414) Eff. w/Serial No. LB096205 Handler 175 (500 416) Eff. w/Serial No. LB075197 Processes MIG (GMAW) Welding Flux Cored (FCAW) Welding Description Arc Welding Power Source And Wire Feeder Handler 135 / 175 And H-10 Gun Visit our website at www.HobartWelders.com...
SECTION 9 − PARTS LIST Hardware is common and not available unless listed. 802 449-E Figure 9-1. Main Assembly TM-944 Page 42 Handler 135 / 175 Return To Table Of Contents...
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SWITCH, rocker SPST (115 VAC model) ......Handler 135 / 175 TM-944 Page 43 Return To Table Of Contents...
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To maintain the factory original performance of your equipment, use only Manufacturer’s Suggested Replacement Parts. Model and serial number required when ordering parts from your local distributor. 802 447 TM-944 Page 44 Handler 135 / 175 Return To Table Of Contents...
195 957 H-10 Replacement Gun 10 ft length/.030-.035 wire size NOTE: If individual parts are required, see Parts List chapter of this manual for part number to order. Handler 135 / 175 TM-944 Page 45 Return To Table Of Contents...
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Hobart Welding Products An Illinois Tool Works Company 600 West Main Street Troy, OH 45373 USA For Technical Assistance: Call1-800-332-3281 For Literature Or Nearest Dealer: Call 1-877-Hobart1 PRINTED IN USA 2003 Hobart Welding Products...