Miller Electric Comprehensive Troubleshooting Guide for Bobcat 250 Welding Systems

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Contents 2007−05 OM-4419File Engine Drive Visit our website atFrom Miller to You Table of Contents 11-1 10-110-2 10-3HOT Parts can cause severe burns Symbol UsageArc Welding Hazards Electric Shock can killWelding can cause fire or explosion Fumes and Gases can be hazardousBuildup of GAS can injure or kill ARC Rays can burn eyes and skinCompressed Air Hazards Engine HazardsFalling Unit can cause injury Welding Wire can cause injuryHOT Parts can cause burns and injury Fire or Explosion hazardRadiation can cause interference Principal Safety StandardsCalifornia Proposition 65 Warnings EMF InformationIndique des instructions spécifiques Signification des symboles− Consignes DE Sécurité − Lire Avant Utilisation UN Choc Électrique peut tuerDES Pièces Chaudes peuvent provoquer des brûlures graves LES Fumées ET LES GAZ peuvent être dangereuxLE Soudage peut provoquer un in cendie ou une explosion LE Bruit peut affecter l’ouïe ’EXPLOSION DE LA Batterie peuDES Organes Mobiles peuvent pro voquer des blessures LA Chaleur DU Moteur peut pro- voquer un incendie ’AIR Comprimé peut provoquer des blessuresRisque D’INCENDIE OU D’EXPLO- Sion ’EMPLOI Excessif peut LE Surchauffement peut endom- mager le moteur électriqueDES Organes Mobiles peuvent provoquer des blessures LES Fils DE Soudage peuvent provoquer des blessuresEn ce qui concerne les implants médicaux Proposition californienne 65 AvertissementsPrincipales normes de sécurité Information EMF− Definitions − SpecificationsSymbol Definitions Weld, Power, and Engine SpecificationsDimensions Dimensions, Weights, and Operating AnglesDimensions For Units With Optional Running Gear Robin-PoweredUnit 560 lb 254 kgFuel Consumption Kohler-Powered Units Fuel Consumption Robin-Powered UnitsFor CC/AC Mode For CC/DC Mode For CV/DC ModeVolt-Ampere Curves Generator Power Curve Duty Cycle100% Duty Cycle at 250 Amperes Installing Welding Generator − InstallationOil Engine Prestart Checks Robin-Powered Units0000 Oil CheckOpen top service door Engine Prestart Checks Kohler-Powered Units+ − Installing Exhaust PipeConnecting Or Replacing the Battery Connecting The Battery Connect negative − cable lastWork Weld Output Terminal Connecting to Weld Output TerminalsTools Needed Correct Installation Stop engineSelecting Weld Cable Sizes Front Panel Controls − Operating the Welding GeneratorFrequently Loaded Cold Weather Engine OperationInfrequently LoadedTools Needed 3/4 Typical Stick Welding Connections And Control SettingsTypical Settings For 7018 1/8 in Electrode Work Clamp Electrode HolderBe sure to use the correct size weld cables see Section Typical MIG Welding Connections And SettingsSolid Wire Applications Fine Control, Weld Process switch Settings Quick connectorFine Control, Weld Process switch Settings Self-Shielded Flux Core Wire ApplicationsLines and may not suit all applications Cables see Section Typical Settings For 4043Aluminum On 1/8 in Material Work− Operating Auxiliary Equipment Generator Power ReceptaclesReceptacle Simultaneous Weld And PowerWiring Optional 240 Volt Plug Current Available in Amperes 240500 Routine Maintenance Robin-Powered Units100 200Maintenance Label Robin-Powered Units Servicing Air Cleaner Robin-Powered Units Overload Protection Robin-Powered UnitsStop engine. Disconnect negative − battery cable Oil Drain Valve 2 ID x 7 in Hose Oil Filter Oil Fill Oil CheckFull Stop engine and let coolWeld/Power Speed Adjustment Adjusting Engine Speed Robin-Powered UnitsIdle Speed Adjustment Turn idle speed screw for fine adjustmentsMaterial Thickness Reference Chart Servicing Optional Spark Arrestor Robin-Powered UnitsHours Nl Weld Cables ~ Slip Rings Nl Brushes OM-4419 Routine Maintenance Kohler-Powered UnitsMaintenance Label Kohler-Powered Units Servicing Air Cleaner Kohler−Powered Units Up fuel Stop engine and let cool Oil Drain Valve2 ID x 7 in Hose Oil Filter Close valve and valve cap before adding oil FullTurn idle speed screw for fine ad- justments Adjusting Engine Speed Kohler-Powered UnitsServicing Optional Spark Arrestor Kohler-Powered Units Overload Protection Kohler-Powered UnitsTrouble Remedy − TroubleshootingWelding Troubleshooting Generator Power TroubleshootingEngine Troubleshooting Check receptacle wiring and connectionsCheck fuel level Recommended Spare Parts − Parts ListSwitch S2, and throttle solenoid TS1 Recommended Spare PartsCircuit Diagram For Welding Generator − Electrical Diagrams228 460-A Electrically Bond Generator − Generator Power GuidelinesSelecting Equipment Grounding Generator To Truck Or Trailer FrameAmperes x Volts = Watts Grounding When Supplying Building SystemsHow Much Power Does Equipment Require? Use ground device as stated in electrical codesFarm/Home Equipment Rating Starting Watts Running Watts Approximate Power Requirements For Industrial MotorsApproximate Power Requirements For Farm/Home Equipment Industrial Motors Rating Starting Watts Running WattsContractor Rating Starting Watts Running Watts Approximate Power Requirements For Contractor EquipmentKVA/HP x HP x 1000 / Volts = Starting Amperage Power Required To Start MotorHow Much Power Can Generator Supply? Single-Phase Induction Motor Starting RequirementsTypical Connections To Supply Standby Power Selecting Extension Cord Use Shortest Cord Possible Stick Welding Procedure Weld current starts when electrode touches work- piece− Stick Welding Smaw Guidelines Electrode and Amperage Selection Chart Striking an Arc − Scratch Start TechniqueStriking an Arc − Tapping Technique 10-30 9090 Poor Weld Bead CharacteristicsGood Weld Bead Characteristics Positioning Electrode HolderElectrode Movement During Welding Conditions That Affect Weld Bead ShapeOr Less Butt JointsLap Joint Tee JointPossible Causes Corrective Actions Troubleshooting − PorosityTroubleshooting − Excessive Spatter Weld TestTroubleshooting − Incomplete Fusion Troubleshooting − Lack Of PenetrationTroubleshooting − Excessive Penetration Troubleshooting − Burn-Through Troubleshooting − Waviness Of BeadTroubleshooting − Distortion Holding And Positioning Welding Gun − MIG Welding Gmaw GuidelinesPush Perpendicular Drag Short Normal LongSlow Normal Fast Gun Movement During Welding 15-7 Troubleshooting − Excessive Spatter 15-8 Troubleshooting − Porosity15-9 Troubleshooting − Excessive Penetration Lack Of Penetration − shallow Fusion between weld metalImproper joint preparation Unsteady hand Support hand on solid surface or use two hands Common MIG Shielding Gases ApplicationFillet Page Service Your distributor also givesSupport Your distributor and/or equipment manufacturer’s To locate a Distributor or Service Agency visitMiller Electric Mfg. 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