Section 6 − Operating The Welder/Generator; Front Panel Controls - Miller Blue Star 185 Manuel Du Propriétaire

SECTION 6 − OPERATING THE WELDER/GENERATOR

6-1. Front Panel Controls

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1 Engine Control Switch
Use switch to start engine, select speed, and
stop engine. In Run/Idle position, engine runs
at idle speed at no load, and weld/power
speed under load. In Run position, engine
runs at weld/power speed.
2 Choke Control
Changes fuel/air mixture.
To Start:
D Open fuel valve (see Section 5-5).
D Set choke.
D Electric-Start: Turn Engine switch to
Start position.
Recoil: Turn Engine switch to Run posi-
tion. Pull starter handle until engine
starts.
D Open choke as engine warms.
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! If the engine does not start, let engine
come to a complete stop before at-
tempting restart.
To Stop:
D Turn Engine switch to Off.
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Always close fuel valve after stopping
unit. Moving unit with fuel valve open may
cause carburetor flooding and make
starting difficult.
3 Engine Hour Meter/Idle Control
Hour Meter: With engine off, place Engine
Control switch in Run/Idle position to view en-
gine hours.
4 Weld Output Control
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Set control at maximum for full generator
power output at AC receptacles.
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Complete Parts List available at www.MillerWelds.com
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Use control to select weld amperage. Control
may be adjusted while welding.
5 Welding Range Table
Use table to determine correct weld amper-
age based on electrode size, type, and mate-
rial thickness.
To Set Weld Output Control: Use table to
determine correct size electrode for weld am-
perage. Select electrode type and set control
to corresponding amperage range on name-
plate. Adjust control to obtain desired weld
performance.
EXAMPLE:
Electrode Diameter: 1/8
Electrode Type: E-6013
Current Control Setting: 90 − 120 A
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Miller recommends Hobart filler metals.
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