CHICAGO Welding 45689 Set Up And Operating Instructions Manual

Spot welder

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Set up and operating inStructionS
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  • Page 1 Harbor Freight Tools. Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally. Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
  • Page 2: Specifications Table

    ANSI approved welding helmet/goggles with shaded lens, hearing protectors, breathing respirators, and welding gloves are available from Harbor Freight Tools. dreSS SaFelY. Sparks and hot metal can injure. Always wear body protection. Non- skid footwear or safety shoes should be used when working with this product. Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry as they can become caught in moving parts.
  • Page 3: Specific Product Warnings And Precautions

    11. replaceMent partS and acceSSorieS. When servicing, use only identical replacement parts. Only use accessories intended for use with this product. Approved accessories are available from Harbor Freight Tools. 12. Maintain thiS product With care. Keep this tool clean and dry.
  • Page 4 Always keep a fire extinguisher nearby. do not Force the eQuipMent. This Spot Welder will do the work better and safer at the speed and capacity for which it was designed.
  • Page 5: Assembly Instructions

    When unpacking, check to make sure all parts shown on the Parts List (page 12) are included. If any parts are missing or broken, please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible.
  • Page 6 LOWER TONG (#47) To Attach The Handle To The Spot Welder: To attach the Wooden Handle (part #17) to the Spot Welder, insert the Bolt (part #19) through the following parts in this order: through a Handle Bracket (part #18), through the Wooden Handle, and through the remaining Handle Bracket.
  • Page 7 Next, Attach the complete Handle Assembly (parts #17, #18, #19, #20) to the Front Housing (part #28) of the Spot Welder, using the four Hex Head Screws (part #16). (See Figure d, and assy. diagram.) WASHER (#20) POWER SWITCH (#25)
  • Page 8: Operating Instructions

    Prior to adjusting the Tongs (parts #46, #47) and Operating Lever (part #5) pressure, make sure the Spot Welder is disconnected from its electrical supply source. note: Excessive Tong (parts #46, #47) can damage the Tong Tips (part #48). Do not use the Tongs as a clamp or vice to hold the workpieces together.
  • Page 9 (#48) To Use The Power Switch: The Power Switch (part #25) allows electrical current to the Spot Welder to be turned “ON” and “OFF”. (See Figure d, and assy. diagram.) Turn the Power Switch (part #25) sideways in either direction to start the current .
  • Page 10: Troubleshooting Guide

    If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, disconnect the Spot Welder from its electrical supply source immediately and have the problem cor- rected before further use. Do not use damaged equipment.
  • Page 11: Please Read The Following Carefully

    Do not use solvents to wipe off the Spot Welder, as damage may result. If necessary, wipe with a damp cloth. You may use a mild detergent. Once clean, lubricate all moving parts with a light oil. When storing, keep the Spot Welder in a box or covered with a cloth cover.
  • Page 12: Parts List

    , t l , t l Clamp, Threaded Connecting Tong Braid (included w/Part #5) c i l Cable, Power 10 Ft. 16 Gauge 1/C (Models w/out Timer) SKU 45689 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. partS liSt description c t i...
  • Page 13: Assembly Diagram

    Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only, and are not available individually as replacement parts. SKU 45689 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 13...
  • Page 14: Limited 1 Year / 90 Day Warranty

    1 Year / 90 daY WarrantY Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high qual- ity and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that for a period of ninety days from date of purchase that the torch, liner, wire feed mechanism (if applicable), welding clamps, electrode holders, cables and accessories packed with the welder are free of defects in materials and workmanship.

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