Operating Instructions & Parts Manual
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Description
The Campbell Hausfeld WF1800, WF1900
and WF2000 are 70 amp, single phase
115 volt input, wire feed arc welding
machines. The WF2000 is equipped with
infinite wire speed control to accurately
select the proper wire feed rate needed
for various welding conditions. Internal
components are thermostatically
protected.
This welding system is designed for use
with the Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW)
process. As delivered from the factory,
this welder can weld with .030" (.8 mm)
or .035" (.9 mm) diameter flux-cored
wire. A starter spool of wire is included.
POLARITY
Welders are configured for DCEN, direct
current electrode negative.
DUTY CYCLE / THERMOSTATIC
PROTECTION
Welder duty cycle is the percentage of
actual weld time that can occur in a ten
minute interval. For example, at a 10%
duty cycle, actual welding can occur for
one minute, then the welder must cool
for nine minutes.
Internal components of this welder are
protected from overheating with an
automatic thermal switch. A yellow
lamp is illuminated on the front
panel (on/off switch) if the duty cycle
is exceeded. Welding operations may
continue when the yellow lamp is no
longer illuminated.
MIG CONVERSION
The WF1800 and WF1900 are NOT
convertible to MIG gas usage. Call 1-800-
746-5641 to purchase conversion kit
(WT600400AJ) for WF2000.
Unpacking
All welding accessories for the
welder are inside the wire feed
compartment. Lift and/or remove
© 2002 Campbell Hausfeld/Scott Fetzer
Models WF1800, WF1900 and WF2000
Wire Feed
Arc Welder
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wire feed cover to find handle,
workclamp, etc. When unpacking,
inspect carefully for any damage that
may have occurred during transit. Make
sure any loose fittings and screws, etc.
are tightened before putting unit into
service.
Circuit Requirements
This equipment
CAUTION
!
requires a dedicated
115 volt circuit. Refer to the following
chart for the correct circuit breaker or fuse
rating. Do not run other appliances, lights,
or tools on this circuit while operating this
equipment. Extension cords are not
recommended. Blown fuses and tripped
circuit breakers can result from failure to
comply with this recommendation.
Heat
Circuit Breaker or
Selector
Slow Blow Fuse
Low
15 amp
High
20 amp
See page 6 for supply cable
replacement instructions.
For parts, product & service information
visit www.chpower.com
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Components and Controls
WF1800/WF1900
1. Work Clamp - connect to work piece.
2. Wire Feed Gun with .035" tip.
3. Power Cord - plug into 115 volt
outlet.
4. Low/Off/High Switch - set according
to metal thickness. Automatically
controls wire speed. Lights if
thermostat has automatically shut
unit off.
WF2000
1. Work Clamp - connect to work piece.
2. Wire Feed Gun with .035" tip.
3. Power Cord - plug into 115 volt
outlet.
4. On/Off Switch - lights if thermostat
has automatically shut unit off.
5. Infinite Wire Speed Control - turn
clockwise to increase wire speed and
counterclockwise to decrease wire
speed.
6. Heat Selector - Selects welding
power. Two selections are possible;
low and high.
Need
Assistance?
Call Us First!
1-800-746-5641
WF2000
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