Chicago Electric 68887 Grounded Welders, Extension Cords, Tips Maintenance, Grounding, Symbology

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SAFETY

SETUP

Grounding

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT GROUNDING WIRE CONNECTION:

Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. Have a plug installed by a certified electrician. Do not use the Welder if the power cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by a service facility before use. If the plug will not fit the

outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

Grounded Welders

1. The grounding prong in the plug is connected

2. The Welder must be plugged into an appropriate

through the green wire inside the cord to the

outlet, properly installed and grounded in

grounding system in the Welder. The green wire

accordance with all codes and ordinances.

in the cord must be the only wire connected to

 

the Welder’s grounding system and must never

 

be attached to an electrically “live” terminal.

 

Extension Cords

 

BASIC WELDING

WELDING

1.If an extension cord is used, it must have the following wire size: up to 30 feet, use

10 AWG size wire; 30 to 50 feet, use 8 AWG wire; Over 50 feet, use 6 AWG wire.

2.As the distance from the supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge extension cord. Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in voltage, resulting in loss of power and possible welder damage.

3.The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cord. For example, a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord.

4.When using more than one extension cord to make up the total length, make sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required.

5.If you are using one extension cord for more than one welder, add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size.

6.If you are using an extension cord outdoors, make sure it is marked with the suffix “W-A” (“W” in Canada) to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use.

7.Make sure the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it.

8.Protect the extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or wet areas.

TIPS

MAINTENANCE

Symbology

Wire Feed (Speed)

Workpiece Ground Cable

Gun Cable

Overheat Shutdown Indicator

Cooling Fan

Housing Ground Point

V~

Volts Alternating Current

A

Amperes

 

 

 

OCV

Open Circuit Voltage

KVA

Kilovolt Amperes

(Volts / 1000 * Amperes)

IPM

Inches Per Minute

AWG

American Wire Gauge

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For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

SKU 68887

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