Miller Electric 250 manual Generator Power Curve, Duty Cycle, AC Amperes At 120 Volts

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13-2. Generator Power Curve

The ac generator power curve shows the generator power avail- able in amperes at the receptacles.

	300	150
	250	125
	200	100
Volts	150	75
AC
	100	50
	50	25
	0	0	0	40	80	120	160	200	240

		AC Amperes At 120 Volts
0	20	40	60	80	100	120

AC Amperes At 240 Volts

226 791-A

13-3. Duty Cycle

Duty cycle is the percentage of 10 minutes that unit can weld at rated load without overheating.

NOTICE − Exceeding duty cycle can damage unit and void warranty.

Continuous Welding

100% Duty Cycle at 250 Amperes

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Contents OM-217 455H File Engine DriveVisit our website at 2007−05−21From Miller to You Table of Contents 13-2 13-313-4 13-5Symbol Usage Arc Welding HazardsElectric Shock can kill HOT Parts can cause severe burnsFumes and Gases can be hazardous Buildup of GAS can injure or killARC Rays can burn eyes and skin Welding can cause fire or explosionEngine Hazards Compressed Air HazardsWelding Wire can cause injury HOT Parts can cause burns and injuryFire or Explosion hazard Falling Unit can cause injuryPrincipal Safety Standards California Proposition 65 WarningsEMF Information Radiation can cause interferenceSignification des symboles − Consignes DE Sécurité − Lire Avant UtilisationUN Choc Électrique peut tuer Indique des instructions spécifiquesLES Fumées ET LES GAZ peuvent être dangereux DES Pièces Chaudes peuvent provoquer des brûlures gravesLE Soudage peut provoquer un in cendie ou une explosion ’EXPLOSION DE LA Batterie peu LE Bruit peut affecter l’ouïeDES Organes Mobiles peuvent pro voquer des blessures ’AIR Comprimé peut provoquer des blessures LA Chaleur DU Moteur peut pro- voquer un incendieRisque D’INCENDIE OU D’EXPLO- Sion LE Surchauffement peut endom- mager le moteur électrique DES Organes Mobiles peuvent provoquer des blessuresLES Fils DE Soudage peuvent provoquer des blessures ’EMPLOI Excessif peutProposition californienne 65 Avertissements Principales normes de sécuritéInformation EMF En ce qui concerne les implants médicaux− Specifications Symbol DefinitionsWeld, Power, and Engine Specifications − DefinitionsDimensions For Units With Optional Running Gear Dimensions, Weights, and Operating AnglesDimensions − Installation Installing Welding GeneratorVehicle frame. Always connect a ground wire MountingInstalling Exhaust Pipe Connecting the Battery+ − Stop engine and let coolOverview And Engine Prestart Checks Engine Left Side Engine Right Side Starting engine for the first timeRun-in period first 100 hours Daily pre-start checksConnecting to Weld Output Terminals Correct InstallationWork Weld Output Terminal Tools Needed Do not placeSelecting Weld Cable Sizes Engine Control Switches Place switch in Run position to operate most MIG equipment− Operating the Welding Generator Do not use glow plugs longer than 20 secondsWeld Output Controls Typical Stick Welding Connections And Control Settings Typical Settings For 7018 1/8 ElectrodeStop engine Work Clamp Electrode HolderTypical MIG Welding Connections And Settings Set Weld Process Selector switch to Wire + Dcep positionSet Weld Process Selector switch to Wire + position Set Weld Process Selector switch to Wire − position DcenTools Needed 3/4 Work Not Used To Work Left Side View Generator Power Receptacles − Operating Auxiliary EquipmentAt least once a month, run engine at To verify Gfci is working properlySimultaneous Weld And Power Battery Charge Controls − Operating Optional Battery ChargerDetermining Battery Charging Current Battery Charge Cable Connections Battery Charging Procedure MinutesStart Your Professional Welding Career Now − Maintenance and Troubleshooting Routine MaintenanceMaintenance Label And Engine Maintenance Activities Stop engine and let cool Oil And Fuel804 197-A / Ref 803 111-A / 227 Cleaner or with dirty element. Engine Ment is not covered by the warrantyAir cleaner primary element can Damage when determining whetherAdjusting Engine Speed Adjusting Fuel Solenoid PositionStop screw is factory-set and should not be adjusted Checking Fuel SolenoidAdjusting Throttle Solenoid Checking Throttle Solenoid16 mm Check for non-bindingAdjusting Idle Speed Making Engine Speed AdjustmentsAdjusting Weld/Power Speed Overload Protection Component Panel Stop engineFuse F1 Supplementary Protector CB8Troubleshooting Tables Generator PowerWelding Trouble RemedyMaintenance Display Action Engine− Parts List Recommended Spare PartsRecommended Spare Parts Current transformer CT1, and throttle solenoid TS1− Electrical Diagrams Circuit Diagram For Welding Generator228 719-B OM-217 455 231 607-B − RUN-IN and Wetstacking Run-In And Wetstacking− Performance Data Fuel Consumption CurvesUS Gal./Hr IdleGenerator Power Curve Duty CycleVolts AC Amperes At 120 VoltsDC Amps CC/AC Stick Mode AC Volts Stick Mode Volt-Ampere CurvesAC Amps MIG Mode Volt-Ampere Curve DC AmpsSelecting Equipment − Generator Power GuidelinesGrounding Generator To Truck Or Trailer Frame Grounding When Supplying Building Systems How Much Power Does Equipment Require?Use ground device as stated in electrical codes Amperes x Volts = WattsApproximate Power Requirements For Industrial Motors Approximate Power Requirements For Farm/Home EquipmentIndustrial Motors Rating Starting Watts Running Watts Farm/Home Equipment Rating Starting Watts Running WattsApproximate Power Requirements For Contractor Equipment Contractor Rating Starting Watts Running WattsPower Required To Start Motor How Much Power Can Generator Supply?Single-Phase Induction Motor Starting Requirements KVA/HP x HP x 1000 / Volts = Starting AmperageTypical Connections To Supply Standby Power Selecting Extension Cord Use Shortest Cord Possible Weld current starts when electrode touches work- piece Stick Welding Procedure− Stick Welding Smaw Guidelines Striking an Arc − Scratch Start Technique Electrode and Amperage Selection ChartStriking an Arc − Tapping Technique Poor Weld Bead Characteristics Good Weld Bead CharacteristicsPositioning Electrode Holder 10-30 9090 End View of Work AngleConditions That Affect Weld Bead Shape Electrode Movement During WeldingButt Joints Lap JointTee Joint 16 in 30 1.6 mm Tack WeldsTroubleshooting − Porosity Troubleshooting − Excessive SpatterWeld Test Possible Causes Corrective ActionsTroubleshooting − Lack Of Penetration Troubleshooting − Incomplete FusionTroubleshooting − Excessive Penetration Troubleshooting − Waviness Of Bead Troubleshooting − Burn-ThroughTroubleshooting − Distortion Work like a Pro Your distributor also gives ServiceSupport To locate a Distributor or Service Agency visit Miller Electric Mfg. 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