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OM-950 218 245C 2010−04 Processes Stick (SMAW) Welding Description AC/DC Models: AC Models: Arc Welding Power Source STICKMATE LX 235 AC And 235/160 AC/DC File: Stick (SMAW)
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SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING som _2010−03 Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions. 1-1. Symbol Usage DANGER! − Indicates a hazardous situation which, if Indicates special instructions. not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols or explained in the text.
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D Remove stick electrode from holder or cut off welding wire at FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous. contact tip when not in use. D Wear oil-free protective garments such as leather gloves, heavy Welding produces fumes and gases. Breathing shirt, cuffless trousers, high shoes, and a cap.
1-3. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance FIRE OR EXPLOSION hazard. MOVING PARTS can injure. D Do not install or place unit on, over, or near D Keep away from moving parts such as fans. combustible surfaces. D Keep all doors, panels, covers, and guards D Do not install unit near flammables.
1-4. California Proposition 65 Warnings For Gasoline Engines: Welding or cutting equipment produces fumes or gases which contain chemicals known to the State of California to Engine exhaust contains chemicals known to the State of cause birth defects and, in some cases, cancer. (California California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproduc- Health &...
SECTION 2 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT UTILISATION fre_som_2010−03 Se protéger et protéger les autres contre le risque de blessure — lire et respecter ces consignes. 2-1. Symboles utilisés DANGER! − Indique une situation dangereuse qui si on Indique des instructions spécifiques.
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Il reste une TENSION DC NON NÉGLIGEABLE dans LE SOUDAGE peut provoquer un les sources de soudage onduleur UNE FOIS incendie ou une explosion. l’alimentation coupée. Le soudage effectué sur des conteneurs fermés tels D Arrêter les convertisseurs, débrancher le courant électrique et que des réservoirs, tambours ou des conduites peut décharger les condensateurs d’alimentation selon les instructions provoquer leur éclatement.
ACCUMULATIONS LES BOUTEILLES peuvent exploser risquent de provoquer des blessures si elles sont endommagées. ou même la mort. Des bouteilles de gaz protecteur contiennent du gaz sous haute pression. Si une bouteille est endom- D Fermer l’alimentation du gaz protecteur en cas magée, elle peut exploser.
Les PIÈCES MOBILES peuvent RAYONNEMENT HAUTE causer des blessures. FRÉQUENCE (H.F.) risque provoquer des interférences. D Ne pas s’approcher des organes mobiles. D Ne pas s’approcher des points de coincement D Le rayonnement haute fréquence (H.F.) peut tels que des rouleaux de commande. provoquer des interférences avec les équi- pements de radio−navigation et de com- munication, les services de sécurité...
2-5. Principales normes de sécurité Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, ANSI Standard Z49.1, 25 West 43rd Street, New York, NY 10036 (téléphone : 212-642-4900, de Global Engineering Documents (téléphone : 1-877-413-5184, site site Internet : www.ansi.org). Internet : www.global.ihs.com). Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and Other Hot Safe Practices for the Preparation of Containers and Piping for Welding Work, NFPA Standard 51B, de National Fire Protection Association,...
SECTION 3 − DEFINITIONS 3-1. Symbols And Definitions Do Not Switch Amperes Single Phase Input Under Load Output Hertz Alternating Electrode Positive Electrode Negative Direct Current Current Welding Arc Volts Work Electrode OM-950 Page 11...
4-2. Duty Cycle Charts A. For AC/DC Models Duty Cycle is percentage of 10 minutes that unit can weld at rated load without overheating. NOTICE − 20% Duty Cycle at 225 Amperes. Exceeding duty cycle can damage unit and void warranty. 2 Minutes Welding 8 Minutes Resting For 235/160A Models*...
4-3. Volt-Ampere Curves A. For AC/DC Models The volt-ampere curves show the minimum and maximum voltage and amperage output capabilities. Curves of other settings fall be- tween the curves shown. For 235/160A Models AC Amperes DC Amperes 193 509 / 193 510 OM-950 Page 14...
B. For AC Models The volt-ampere curves show the For 235A Models minimum and maximum voltage and amperage output capabilities. Curves of other settings fall be- A=LOW RANGE tween the curves shown. B=HIGH RANGE AC Amperes 193 508 4-4. Serial Number And Rating Label Location The serial number and rating information for this product is located on back.
4-6. Installing Electrode Holder And Work Clamp Turn Off unit and disconnect input power before installing electrode holder or work clamp. Removing Barrel From Electrode Holder Electrode Holder Barrel Access Hole Set Screw Loosen set screw through access hole and slide barrel away from electrode holder.
4-7. Weld Output Cables For weld output cable replacements or extensions, contact your Factory Authorized Service Agent. 4-8. Electrical Service Guide Failure to follow these electrical service guide recommendations could create an electric shock or fire hazard. These recommenda- tions are for a dedicated branch circuit sized for the rated output and duty cycle of the welding power source. 50/60 Hz Single Phase...
4-9. Connecting Input Power Disconnect and lockout/tag- out input power before instal- ling receptacle. Have only qualified persons make this installation. See rating label in Section 4-5, and =GND/PE Earth Ground be sure to supply correct in- put power. Proper Receptacle (NEMA 6-50R) (User-Supplied) Receptacle must comply with appli-...
SECTION 5 − OPERATION 5-1. Controls A. Controls For AC/DC Models Amperage Adjustment Control Power Switch Mode Switch For DC Weld Output Use mode switch to select polarity of DC output, Electrode Posi- tive/DCEP (+),or Electrode Nega- tive/DCEN (−). For AC Weld Output Use mode switch to select AC low range or high range output.
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B. Controls For AC Models Amperage Adjustment Control Power Switch Mode Switch Use mode switch to select AC low range or high range output. Ref. 190 599-A / 802 105-D OM-950 Page 20...
SECTION 6 − MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING 6-1. Routine Maintenance Disconnect power Maintain more often before maintaining. during severe conditions. n = Check Z = Change ~ = Clean l = Replace Reference * To be done by Factory Authorized Service Agent Every Months l Unreadable Labels...
6-3. Reinstalling Amperage Adjustment Indicator Turn Off welding power source and disconnect input power. Wrapper Remove wrapper from unit. Crank Handle Shunt Shaft Transformer And Shunt (Located Inside Unit) Insert crank handle onto shunt shaft protruding through front panel and turn crank handle to adjust shunt to the proper vale of “X”, de- pending on model (see detail of transformer and shunt.
6-4. Troubleshooting Trouble Remedy No weld output; fan does not run. Be sure line disconnect switch is in On position (see Section 4-9). Check and replace line fuses if open. Reset breakers if necessary (see Section 4-9). Fan does not run; weld output okay. Be sure nothing is blocking movement of fan.
SECTION 7 − ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS 191 364 Figure 7-1. Circuit Diagram For AC/DC (230 Volts) Models VOLT ONLY PLG1 AC HIGH AC LOW WORK ELECTRODE 191 362 Figure 7-2. Circuit Diagram For AC (230 Volts) Models OM-950 Page 24...
SECTION 8 − STICK WELDING (SMAW) GUIDELINES 8-1. Stick Welding Procedure Weld current starts when electrode touches work- piece. Equipment Needed: Tools Needed: Weld current can damage electronic parts in vehicles. Disconnect both battery cables before welding on a vehicle. Place work clamp as close to the weld as possible.
8-2. Electrode and Amperage Selection Chart 6010 DEEP 3/32 MIN. PREP, ROUGH HIGH SPATTER 6011 DEEP 6010 5/32 & 6013 EP,EN GENERAL 3/16 6011 7/32 SMOOTH, EASY, 7014 EP,EN FAST 1/16 LOW HYDROGEN, 7018 5/64 STRONG 3/32 FLAT SMOOTH, EASY, 7024 EP,EN HORIZ...
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8-4. Positioning Electrode Holder End View Of Work Angle Side View Of Electrode Angle ° ° ° ° Groove Welds ° ° ° ° Fillet Welds S-0060 8-5. Poor Weld Bead Characteristics Large Spatter Deposits Rough, Uneven Bead Slight Crater During Welding Bad Overlap Poor Penetration S-0053-A...
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8-7. Conditions That Affect Weld Bead Shape Weld bead shape is affected electrode angle, length, travel speed, and thick- ness of base metal. Correct Angle ° - ° Angle Too Large Angle Too Small Electrode Angle Drag Spatter Arc Length Normal Too Long Too Short...
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8-9. Groove (Butt) Joints Tack Welds Prevent edges of joint from draw- ing together ahead of electrode by tack welding the materials in posi- tion before final weld. Square Groove Weld Good for materials up to 3/16 in. (5 mm) thick. Single V-Groove Weld Good for materials 3/16 −...
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8-12. Weld Test Vise Weld Joint Hammer Strike weld joint in direction shown. A good weld bends over but does not break. 2 To 3 in. (51-76 mm) 2 To 3 in. (51-76 mm) 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) S-0057-B 8-13. Troubleshooting Porosity −...
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Lack Of Penetration − shallow fusion between weld metal and base metal. Lack of Penetration Good Penetration Possible Causes Corrective Actions Improper joint preparation. Material too thick. Joint preparation and design must provide access to bottom of groove. Improper weld technique. Keep arc on leading edge of weld puddle.
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SECTION 9 − PARTS LIST Hardware is common and not available unless listed. 802 245-F Figure 9-1. Main Assembly (AC/DC model illustrated) OM-950 Page 33...
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Item Dia. Part Mkgs. Description Quantity Figure 9-1. Main Assembly ... 224 794 LABEL, gen precautionary (electrode) ........
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Effective January 1, 2010 5/3/1 WARRANTY applies to all Hobart welding equipment, plasma cutters and spot welders with a Warranty Questions? serial number preface of MA or newer. Call This limited warranty supersedes all previous Hobart warranties and is exclusive with 1-800-332-3281 no other guarantees or warranties expressed or implied.
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