Miller Electric
280 NT
manual
Troubleshooting
Specification
Install
Parts list
Electrical Diagrams
Symbol Usage
Welding Wire can cause injury
Maintenance
Replacing The Battery
TIG Lift-ArcStart Procedure
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Contents
Processes
OM-4430217 243R
Description
File Engine Drive
From Miller to You
Table of Contents
− Maintenance & Troubleshooting
Arc Welding Hazards
Symbol Usage
Electric Shock can kill
HOT Parts can cause severe burns
Buildup of GAS can injure or kill
Fumes and Gases can be hazardous
ARC Rays can burn eyes and skin
Welding can cause fire or explosion
Compressed Air Hazards
Engine Hazards
HOT Parts can cause burns and injury
Welding Wire can cause injury
Fire or Explosion hazard
Falling Unit can cause injury
California Proposition 65 Warnings
Principal Safety Standards
EMF Information
Radiation can cause interference
− Consignes DE Sécurité − Lire Avant Utilisation
Signification des symboles
UN Choc Électrique peut tuer
Indique des instructions spécifiques
DES Pièces Chaudes peuvent provoquer des brûlures graves
LES Fumées ET LES GAZ peuvent être dangereux
LE Soudage peut provoquer un in cendie ou une explosion
LE Bruit peut affecter l’ouïe
’EXPLOSION DE LA Batterie peu
DES Organes Mobiles peuvent pro voquer des blessures
LA Chaleur DU Moteur peut pro- voquer un incendie
’AIR Comprimé peut provoquer des blessures
Risque D’INCENDIE OU D’EXPLO- Sion
DES Organes Mobiles peuvent provoquer des blessures
LE Surchauffement peut endom- mager le moteur électrique
LES Fils DE Soudage peuvent provoquer des blessures
’EMPLOI Excessif peut
Principales normes de sécurité
Proposition californienne 65 Avertissements
Information EMF
En ce qui concerne les implants médicaux
− Definitions
Symbol Definitions
Weld, Power, And Engine Specifications
− Specifications
Dimensions, Weights, and Operating Angles
Description
Fuel Consumption While Welding And Using Generator Power
Dimensions For Units With Optional Running Gear
RPM Weld
1800 RPM
AC Amperes
Generator Power Curve
TIG Mode Volt-Ampere Curves
Duty Cycle
100% Duty Cycle at 280 Amperes DC/CC
Stick And MIG Mode Volt-Ampere Curves
CC/DC Stick Mode
CV/DC MIG Mode
Installing Welding Generator
− Installation
Oil
Engine Prestart Checks
Replacing The Battery
Connecting Or Replacing The Battery
+ −
Connect negative − cable last
Installing Exhaust Pipe
Tools Needed 1/2
Stop engine and let cool
Stop engine
Connecting To Weld Output Terminals
Failure to properly connect
Damage your machine
Remote Receptacle Information
Selecting Weld Cable Sizes
Front Panel Controls
− Operating Welding Generator
Cold Weather Engine Operation
Description Of Engine Controls See Section
Infrequently
Loaded
Controlling Engine Speed And Weld/Generator Output
Process Switch Settings
Process Switch
Wire Position
Stick Positions
TIG Lift-ArcStart Procedure
Stick Start Procedure − Scratch Start Technique
Lift-Arc t TIG
TIG Electrode Workpiece
Min 20 a DC
Remote Voltage/Amperage Control
Connect Remote Set Process
Stick Welding Only
Controlling Engine Speed And Weld/Generator Power Output
Hz Generator Power Receptacles And Supplementary Protectors
− Operating Auxiliary Equipment
Extension cord
Variable Frequency Hz Generator Power Receptacle RC3
Press button to reset. If supple
Rized Service Agent
Receptacle
Current Available in Amperes
Routine Maintenance
− Maintenance & Troubleshooting
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200
Maintenance Label
Servicing Optional Spark Arrestor
Servicing Air Cleaner
Changing Engine Oil, Oil Filter, And Fuel Filter
Open left side door
Overload Protection
Troubleshooting
Welding
Trouble Remedy
Variable Frequency Generator Power Receptacle RC3
Hz Generator Power Receptacles RC1 And RC2
Check receptacle wiring and connections
Necessary parts
Engine
Engine starts but stops when Engine
Check engine charging system according to engine manual
Od of time
− Parts List
Recommended Spare Parts
Recommended Spare Parts
Circuit Diagram For Welding Generator Models
− Electrical Diagrams
232 961-A
Selecting Equipment
− Generator Power Guidelines
Grounding Generator To Truck Or Trailer Frame
Electrically Bond Generator
How Much Power Does Equipment Require?
Grounding When Supplying Building Systems
Use ground device as stated in electrical codes
Amperes x Volts = Watts
Approximate Power Requirements For Farm/Home Equipment
Approximate Power Requirements For Industrial Motors
Industrial Motors Rating Starting Watts Running Watts
Farm/Home Equipment Rating Starting Watts Running Watts
Contractor Rating Starting Watts Running Watts
Approximate Power Requirements For Contractor Equipment
How Much Power Can Generator Supply?
Power Required To Start Motor
Single-Phase Induction Motor Starting Requirements
KVA/HP x HP x 1000 / Volts = Starting Amperage
Typical Connections To Supply Standby Power
Selecting Extension Cord Use Shortest Cord Possible
SOCKET/WRENCH Selection Table Standard Metric
Welding Symbols
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