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2021−06 Processes MIG (GMAW) Welding Flux Cored (FCAW) Welding (Gas-and Self-Shielding) Submerged (SAW) Welding Description Wire Feeder (Use with CV Power Sources) D-74S And D-74D Control Box For product information, File: MIG (GMAW) Owner’s Manual translations, and more, visit www.MillerWelds.com...
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We know you don’t have time to do it any other way. That’s why when Niels Miller first started building arc welders in 1929, he made sure his products offered long-lasting value and superior quality.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING ....... . . 1-1.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY for European Community (CE marked) products. MILLER Electric Mfg. LLC, 1635 Spencer Street, Appleton, WI 54914 U.S.A. declares that the product(s) identified in this declaration conform to the essential requirements and provisions of the stated Council Directive(s), Commission Regulation(s) and Standard(s).
SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING som 2020−02 Protect yourself and others from injury — read, follow, and save these important safety precautions and operating instructions. 1-1. Symbol Usage DANGER! − Indicates a hazardous situation which, if Indicates special instructions.
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D Do not cut or weld on tire rims or wheels. Tires can explode if heat- FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous. ed. Repaired rims and wheels can fail. See OSHA 29 CFR 1910.177 listed in Safety Standards. D Do not weld on containers that have held combustibles, or on Welding produces fumes and gases.
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D Never weld on a pressurized cylinder − explosion will result. CYLINDERS can explode if damaged. D Use only correct compressed gas cylinders, regulators, hoses, and fittings designed for the specific application; maintain them Compressed gas cylinders contain gas under high and associated parts in good condition.
H.F. RADIATION can cause interference. ARC WELDING can cause interference. D High-frequency (H.F.) can interfere with radio D Electromagnetic energy can interfere with navigation, safety services, computers, and sensitive electronic equipment such as communications equipment. computers and computer-driven equipment such as robots. D Have only qualified persons familiar with electronic equipment D Be sure all equipment in the welding area is electromagnetically perform this installation.
SECTION 2 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT UTILISATION som_2020−02_fre Pour écarter les risques de blessure pour vous−même et pour autrui — lire, appliquer et ranger en lieu sûr ces consignes relatives aux précautions de sécurité et au mode opératoire. 2-1.
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D Déplacer toutes les substances inflammables à une distance de LES PIÈCES CHAUDES peuvent 10,7 m de l’arc de soudage. En cas d’impossibilité les recouvrir provoquer des brûlures. soigneusement avec des protections homologués. D Ne pas toucher à mains nues les parties chaudes. D Ne pas souder dans un endroit là...
D Protéger les bouteilles de gaz comprimé d’une chaleur excessive, Les CHAMPS ÉLECTROMAGNÉTIQUES (CEM) des chocs mécaniques, des dommages physiques, du laitier, des peuvent affecter les implants médicaux. flammes ouvertes, des étincelles et des arcs. D Placer les bouteilles debout en les fixant dans un support station- D Les porteurs de stimulateurs cardiaques et naire ou dans un porte-bouteilles pour les empêcher de tomber ou autres implants médicaux doivent rester à...
D Effectuer régulièrement le contrôle et l’entretien de l’installation. LIRE LES INSTRUCTIONS. D Maintenir soigneusement fermés les portes et les panneaux des sources de haute fréquence, maintenir les éclateurs à une distan- D Lire et appliquer les instructions sur les ce correcte et utiliser une terre et un blindage pour réduire les étiquettes et le Mode d’emploi avant l’instal- interférences éventuelles.
SECTION 3 − DEFINITIONS 3-1. Additional Safety Symbols And Definitions Some symbols are found only on CE products. Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards as shown by the symbols. Safe1 2012−05 Do not discard product (where applicable) with general waste. Reuse or recycle Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) by disposing at a designated collection facility.
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Welding sparks can cause fires. Have a fire extinguisher nearby, and have a watchperson ready to use it. Safe63 2012−06 Do not weld on drums or any closed containers. Safe16 2017−04 Do not remove or paint over (cover) the label. Safe20 2017−04 Drive rolls can injure fingers.
3-2. Miscellaneous Symbols And Definitions Some symbols are found only on CE products. Rated Welding Amperes Three Phase Current Direct Current Primary Voltage (DC) Program Degree Of Protection Output Preflow Time Hertz Duty Cycle Variable Inductance Set Up Input Line Connection Increase Constant Current Conventional...
SECTION 4 − SPECIFICATIONS 4-1. Serial Number And Rating Label Location The serial number and rating information for this product is located inside the case. Use rating label to determine input power requirements and/or rated output. For future reference, write serial number in space provided on back cover of this manual. 4-2.
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D. China EEP Hazardous Substance Information China EEP Hazardous Substance Information Ö Hazardous Substance Component Name × (if applicable) PBDE Ö Brass and Copper Parts Coupling Devices Switching Devices Ö Cable and Cable Accessories Batteries SJ/T 11364 This table is prepared in accordance with China SJ/T 11364.
SECTION 5 − INSTALLATION 5-1. Installing Control Box And Adjusting Tilt Weld Control Bracket Screw Bracket and screws are installed onto bottom of control at factory. Swivel Loosen screws. Place control on swivel and slide forward. Tighten screws. Tilt Bracket Rear Pivot Screw Front Screw Loosen rear pivot screw.
5-2. Equipment Connection Diagram Welding Power Source Remote 14 Connection Negative (−) Weld Output Cable Positive (+) Weld Output Cable Workpiece Weld Control Boom Swivel 10 Pipe Post And Base 11 Gas Hose 12 Gas Supply and Regulator (Customer Supplied) Shielding gas pressure not to exceed 100 PSI (689 kPa).
5-3. Control Box Connections Interconnecting Cables Interconnecting Cable Receptacles 14-Pin Cord Ref. 803187-B / Ref. 803197-B 5-4. 14-Pin Plug Information Pin* Pin Information 24 volts AC with respect to socket G. Contact closure to A completes 24 volts AC contactor control circuit. Circuit common for 24 volts AC circuit.
5-5. Setting Internal DIP Switches Remove wrapper. Left Side Motor DIP Switch S1 On Motor Control Board Board PC1 PC101 w Setting Current Detect Override (S1-1) Current detect override is used to disable run-in when a welding pow- Right Side Motor er source is used that doesn’t pro- Control Board PC1 vide current feedback through the...
5-6. Optional Equipment DIP Switch Settings Remove wrapper. Digital Meter Board PC60 Meter Board Switch S2 Install wrapper when finished. Digital Meter Functions Standard Standard High Speed High Speed Motor Motor Motor Motor Inches/Minute Meters/Minute Inches/Minute Meters/Minute PC60 Tools Needed: 1/4 in.
SECTION 6 − OPERATION 6-1. Power Switch Power Switch Ref. 803183-B 6-2. Left/Right Select Switch Left/Right Select Switch Pressing the Left/Right Select switch allows the operator to choose which side of the unit’s con- trols will operate. Ref. 803184-B 6-3. Jog/Purge Jog/Purge Push Buttons Wire Speed Controls Ref.
6-4. Trigger Hold Switch Trigger Hold Switches Trigger hold allows the operator to weld without holding the gun trigger. • To use the trigger hold function, place the trigger hold switch in the On position. • The operator must hold the trig- ger for a minimum of 2 seconds, but not longer than 6 seconds be- fore releasing it.
7-2. Diagnostics LED3 On Right Side Motor Control Board PC1 LED3 On Left Side Motor Control Board PC101 LED3 On Dual Board PC70 805 407-A Display On LED3 Sequence Indicated Error Optional Meter HELP 11 1 Blink Communication Error Left Side Motor Control Board PC101 HELP 12 2 Blinks...
7-3. Troubleshooting Disconnect power before troubleshooting. Trouble Remedy Wire feeds, shielding gas flows, but Check cable connections. Check cables for continuity, and repair or replace cables if necessary electrode wire is not energized. (see Section 5-2). Wire feeder is on, display does not light Check and reset circuit breaker at welding power source.
SECTION 9 − PARTS LIST 9 11 Hardware is common and not available unless listed. 252677-B Figure 9-1. D-74S Control Box Item Dia. Part Mkgs. Description Figure 9-1. D-74S Control Box ....
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......Nameplate, Miller D-74S Upper (Order By Model And Serial Number) +When ordering a component originally displaying a precautionary label, the label should also be ordered.
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Hardware is common and not available unless listed. 252695-B Figure 9-2. D-74D Control Box Item Dia. Part Mkgs. Description Figure 9-2. D-74D Control Box ....207496 Wrapper, feeder .
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......Nameplate, Miller D-74D Upper (Order By Model And Serial Number) +When ordering a component originally displaying a precautionary label, the label should also be ordered.
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Table 9-1. Drive Roll And Wire Guide Kits OM-252717 Page 30...
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Effective January 1, 2021 (Equipment with a serial number preface of NB or newer) This limited warranty supersedes all previous Miller warranties and is exclusive with no other guarantees or warranties expressed or implied. LIMITED WARRANTY − Subject to the terms and conditions TIG Torches (No Labor) below, Miller Electric Mfg.