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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING ....... . . 1-1.
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SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING rom_2018−06 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. not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
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D Watch for fire, and keep a fire extinguisher nearby. FLYING METAL or DIRT can injure D Be aware that welding on a ceiling, floor, bulkhead, or partition can eyes. cause fire on the hidden side. D Do not cut or weld on tire rims or wheels. Tires can explode if heat- D Welding, chipping, wire brushing, and grinding ed.
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1-3. Engine Hazards EXHAUST SPARKS can cause fire. BATTERY EXPLOSION can injure. D Do not let engine exhaust sparks cause fire. D Always wear a face shield, rubber gloves, and D Use approved engine exhaust spark arrestor in protective clothing when working on a battery. required areas —...
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HOT METAL from air arc cutting and MOVING PARTS can injure. gouging can cause fire or explosion. D Keep away from moving parts such as fans, D Do not cut or gouge near flammables. belts and rotors. D Watch for fire; keep extinguisher nearby. D Keep all doors, panels, covers, and guards closed and securely in place.
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BATTERY CHARGING OUTPUT and BATTERY STATIC (ESD) can damage PC boards. EXPLOSION can injure. D Put on grounded wrist strap BEFORE handling Battery charging not present on all models. boards or parts. D Use proper static-proof bags and boxes to D Always wear a face shield, rubber gloves, and store, move, or ship PC boards.
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1-6. California Proposition 65 Warnings For Diesel Engines: WARNING: Breathing diesel engine exhaust exposes you to WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals in- chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer cluding lead, which are known to the state of California to and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
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SECTION 2 CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT − UTILISATION rom_2018−06_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 Fixer le câble de retour de façon à obtenir un bon contact métal- LES ACCUMULATIONS DE GAZ métal avec la pièce à souder ou la table de travail, le plus près pos- risquent de provoquer des blessures sible de la soudure. ou même la mort.
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D Porter un équipement de protection pour le corps fait d’un matériau Si des BOUTEILLES sont endomma- résistant et ignifuge (cuir, coton robuste, laine). La protection du gées, elles pourront exploser. corps comporte des vêtements sans huile comme par ex. des gants de cuir, une chemise solide, des pantalons sans revers, des chaussures hautes et une casquette.
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D Ne pas approcher les mains, cheveux, vêtements lâches et outils cisé autrement dans la section maintenance du manuel du des organes mobiles. moteur). D Si le moteur est chaud et que le liquide doit être vérifié, opérer com- D Remettre en place les portes, panneaux, recouvrements ou me suivant.
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détendre la pression et s’assurer que le circuit d’air ne peut être L’INHALATION D’AIR COMPRIMÉ risque mis sous pression par inadvertance. de provoquer des blessures ou même D Demander seulement à un personnel qualifié d’enlever la mort. les dispositifs de sécurité ou les recouvrements pour effectuer, s’il y a lieu, des travaux d’entretien et de dépannage.
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D Réduire le courant ou le facteur de marche avant de poursuivre le LA SORTIE DE RECHARGE et L’EXP- soudage. LOSION DE LA BATTERIE peuvent D Ne pas obstruer les passages d’air du poste. provoquer des blessures. LES CHARGES ÉLECTROSTATI- La recharge de batterie n’existe pas sur tous les QUES peuvent endommager les modèles.
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2-6. Proposition californienne 65 Avertissements Pour les moteurs diesel : AVERTISSEMENT : ce produit peut vous exposer à des pro- duits chimiques tels que le plomb, reconnus par l’État de AVERTISSEMENT : les gaz d’échappement de moteurs diesel Californie comme cancérigènes et sources de malformations vous exposent à...
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Complete Parts List available at www.HobartWelders.com SECTION 3 − DEFINITIONS 3-1. Additional Safety Symbol Definitions Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards as shown by the symbols. Safe1 2012−05 Never use generator inside a home or garage, even if doors and win- dows are open.
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Complete Parts List available at www.HobartWelders.com SECTION 4 − SPECIFICATIONS 4-1. Serial Number And Rating Label Location The serial number and the rating information for this product is located on the stator. Use rating label to determine input power requirements and/or rated output.
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Complete Parts List available at www.HobartWelders.com 4-5. Environmental Specifications A. Temperature Specifications Operating Temperature Range* Storage/Transportation Temperature Range 14 to 104°F (−10 to 40°C) −4 to 131°F (−20 to 55°C) *Output is derated at temperatures above 104°F (40°C). Temp_2016- 07 4-6.
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Complete Parts List available at www.HobartWelders.com SECTION 5 − INSTALLATION 5-1. Installing Welder/Generator Lifting Handles Use handles to lift unit. Hand Cart Movement Use cart or similar device to move unit. Do not install unit where air flow is restricted or engine may overheat.
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Complete Parts List available at www.HobartWelders.com 5-3. Engine Prestart Checks Check all fluids daily. Engine must be cold and on a level surface. Unit is shipped with 10W30 engine oil. Engine stops if oil level gets too low. Fuel Valve Location 1/2 in.
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Complete Parts List available at www.HobartWelders.com 5-5. Connecting Weld Output Cables Tools Needed: 3/4 in. (19 mm) 803 778-B cable terminal and copper bar. Make Weld Cable Terminal Turn off power before connecting to sure that the surfaces of the weld cable weld output terminals.
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Complete Parts List available at www.HobartWelders.com SECTION 6 − OPERATING THE WELDING GENERATOR 6-1. Controls Engine Switch D Pull starter handle until engine starts. Amperage Control Use control to select weld amperage. Control Use switch to control ignition circuit, and to D Move Choke control to the right (Run) as may be adjusted while welding.
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Complete Parts List available at www.HobartWelders.com 6-2. Amperage Selection Table For Stick (SMAW) Electrodes Use table to select correct amper- age for the electrode being used. Values listed are suggested set- tings. Actual settings may vary de- pending on personal preference and/or specific application.
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Complete Parts List available at www.HobartWelders.com 7-2. GFCI Receptacle Information, Resetting, And Testing Alternate location for red and green indicator LEDs. Orientation of receptacle may be different in other applications. RotGFCI1 2018-01 If a ground fault is detected, the GFCI Reset Resetting GFCI Receptacles Use GFCI protection when operat- button pops out, and the circuit opens to...
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Complete Parts List available at www.HobartWelders.com SECTION 8 − MAINTENANCE 8-1. Routine Maintenance Stop engine before maintaining. See Engine Manual and Maintenance Label Recycle engine for important start-up, service, and storage fluids. information. Service engine more often if NOTICE − This equipment meets US EPA Evaporative Standards. Be used in severe conditions.
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Complete Parts List available at www.HobartWelders.com 8-3. Servicing Air Filter Stop engine. NOTICE − Do not run engine with- out air filter or with dirty air filter. 1. Cover 2. Filter Loosen fasteners that hold cover in place. Open cover and remove filter. To loosen debris, gently tap filter on hard surface.
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Complete Parts List available at www.HobartWelders.com Generator Trouble Remedy No output at generator power AC re- Reset supplementary protector (see Section 7-1). ceptacles; weld output okay. Check Amperage control setting (see Section6-1). Set Amperage control at Max for generator power. Check receptacle wiring and connections.
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SECTION 12 − GENERATOR POWER GUIDELINES The views in this section are intended to be representative of all engine-driven welder/generators. Your unit may differ from those shown. 12-1. Selecting Equipment Generator Power Receptacles − Neutral Bonded To Frame 3-Prong Plug From Case Grounded Equipment 2-Prong Plug From Double Insulated Equipment...
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12-3. Grounding When Supplying Building Systems Equipment Grounding Terminal Grounding Cable Use #8 AWG or larger insulated copper wire. GND/PE Ground Device Use ground device as stated in electrical codes. Ground generator to system earth ground if supplying power to a premises (home, shop, farm) wiring system.
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12-5. Approximate Power Requirements For Industrial Motors Industrial Motors Rating Starting Watts Running Watts Split Phase 1/8 HP 1/6 HP 1225 1/4 HP 1600 1/3 HP 2100 1/2 HP 3175 Capacitor Start-Induction Run 1/3 HP 2020 1/2 HP 3075 3/4 HP 4500 1400 1 HP...
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12-7. Approximate Power Requirements For Contractor Equipment Contractor Equipment Rating Starting Watts Running Watts Hand Drill 1/4 in. 3/8 in. 1/2 in. Circular Saw 6-1/2 in. 7-1/4 in. 8-1/4 in. 1400 1400 Table Saw 9 in. 4500 1500 10 in. 6300 1800 Band Saw...
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12-8. Power Required To Start Motor Single-Phase Induction Motor Starting Requirements Motor Start Code KVA/HP 10.0 11.2 12.5 14.0 Motor Start Code Running Amperage Motor HP Motor Voltage To find starting amperage: Step 1: Find code and use table to find kVA/HP.
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12-10. Typical Connections To Supply Standby Power Have only qualified persons perform these connections according to all applicable codes and safety practices. Properly install, ground, and operate this equipment ac- cording Owner’s Manual and national, state, and local codes. Do not connect to any elec- trical distribution system normally supplied by utility Fused...
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12-11. Selecting Extension Cord (Use Shortest Cord Possible) Cord Lengths for 120 Volt Loads Use GFCI protection when operating auxiliary equipment. If unit does not have GFCI receptacles, use GFCI-protected exten- sion cord. Do not use GFCI receptacles to power life support equipment. Maximum Allowable Cord Length In ft (m) for Conductor Size In AWG (mm Current Load (Watts)
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SECTION 13 − STICK WELDING (SMAW) GUIDELINES 13-1. Stick Welding Procedure Weld current starts when electrode touches work- piece. Weld current can damage electronic parts in vehicles. Disconnect both battery Equipment Needed: Tools Needed: cables before welding on a vehicle. Place work clamp as close to the weld as possible.
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13-2. 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 6013...
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13-4. Positioning Electrode Holder End View Of Work Angle Side View Of Electrode Angle After learning to start and hold an arc, practice running beads of weld metal on flat plates using a full electrode. ° ° Hold the electrode nearly per- pendicular to the work, although tilting it ahead (in the direction of °...
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13-7. Conditions That Affect Weld Bead Shape Weld bead shape is affected by electrode angle, arc length, travel speed, and thickness 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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13-10. Welding Groove (Butt) Joints Tack Welds Prevent butt joint distortion by tack welding the materials in position before final weld. Workpiece distortion occurs when heat is applied locally to a joint. One side of a metal plate will curl up toward the weld.
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13-12. Weld Test Vise Weld Joint Hammer Strike the weld joint in the direction shown. A good weld bends over but does not break. If the weld breaks, examine it to determine the cause. If the weld is porous (many holes), the arc length was probably too long.
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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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You always get the fast, LIMITED WARRANTY − Subject to the terms and conditions 6 Months — Parts reliable response you below, Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, dba Hobart Welding Products, Batteries need. Most replacement Appleton, Wisconsin, warrants to its original retail purchaser that...
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Thank you for purchasing Hobart. Our trained technical support team is dedicated to your satisfaction. For questions regarding performance, op- eration, or service, contact us! Resources Available Always provide Model Name and Serial/Style Number. To locate a Service Center: Call 1-800-332-3281 or visit our website at www.HobartWelders.com/wheretobuy For Technical Assistance: Call 1-800-332-3281...