SECTION 5 – OPERATING THE WELDING GENERATOR
5-1. Controls (Kohler-Powered Units)
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.Weld and auxiliary power output stops if generator overheats or engine speed is too low.
1 Engine Switch
Use switch to open ignition circuit, and to stop engine.
2 Throttle Control Lever
Use lever to select engine speed. Move lever to idle position (far left) for idle speed. Move le- ver to Run position (far right) for weld/power speed.
.Always place lever in Run position (far right) for auxiliary power and for maxi- mum weld output.
3 Choke Control Lever
Use lever to change engine air/fuel mix. Move lever to left if starting a cold engine. Move le- ver to right if starting a warm engine.
4 Starter Handle
To Start: open fuel valve (see Section
Open choke as engine warms.
To Stop: turn engine switch to Off.
.Always close fuel valve after stopping unit. Moving unit with fuel valve open may cause carburetor flooding and make starting difficult.
5 Welding Range Label
Use label to determine correct weld amper- age based on electrode size, type, and mate- rial thickness.
6 Current Control
Use control to select weld amperage. Control may be adjusted while welding.
To Set Current Control: Use label to deter- mine correct size electrode for material thick- ness. Select electrode type and set current control to corresponding amperage range. Adjust control to obtain desired weld performance.
EXAMPLE:
Material Thickness: 1/8 to 1/4 in
Electrode Diameter: 1/8
Electrode Type:
Current Control Setting: 90 – 120 A