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11-11. Selecting Extension Cord (Use Shortest Cord Possible)
Cord Lengths for 120 Volt Loads
If unit does not have GFCI receptacles, use GFCI-protected extension cord.
Maximum Allowable Cord Length in ft (m) for Conductor Size (AWG)*
Current | Load (Watts) | 4 | | 6 | | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 |
(Amperes) | | |
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5 | 600 | | | | 350 | (106) | 225 (68) | 137 | (42) | 100 (30) |
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7 | 840 | | 400 | (122) | 250 (76) | 150 (46) | 100 | (30) | 62 (19) |
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10 | 1200 | 400 (122) | 275 (84) | 175 (53) | 112 (34) | 62 (19) | 50 (15) |
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15 | 1800 | 300 (91) | 175 (53) | 112 (34) | 75 (23) | 37 (11) | 30 (9) |
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20 | 2400 | 225 (68) | 137 (42) | 87 | (26) | 50 (15) | 30 | (9) | |
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25 | 3000 | 175 (53) | 112 (34) | 62 | (19) | 37 (11) | | | |
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30 | 3600 | 150 (46) | 87 | (26) | 50 | (15) | 37 (11) | | | |
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35 | 4200 | 125 (38) | 75 | (23) | 50 | (15) | | | | |
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40 | 4800 | 112 (34) | 62 | (19) | 37 (11) | | | | |
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45 | 5400 | 100 (30) | 62 | (19) | | | | | | |
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50 | 6000 | 87 (26) | 50 | (15) | | | | | | |
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*Conductor size is based on maximum 2% voltage drop
Cord Lengths for 240 Volt Loads
If unit does not have GFCI receptacles, use GFCI-protected extension cord.
Maximum Allowable Cord Length in ft (m) for Conductor Size (AWG)*
Current | Load (Watts) | 4 | 6 | | 8 | 10 | 12 | 14 |
(Amperes) | |
| | | | | | | | |
| | | | | | | | | |
5 | 1200 | | | 700 | (213) | 450 | (137) | 225 (84) | 200 (61) |
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7 | 1680 | | 800 (244) | 500 | (152) | 300 (91) | 200 (61) | 125 (38) |
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10 | 2400 | 800 (244) | 550 (168) | 350 | (107) | 225 (69) | 125 (38) | 100 (31) |
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15 | 3600 | 600 (183) | 350 (107) | 225 (69) | 150 (46) | 75 (23) | 60 (18) |
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20 | 4800 | 450 (137) | 275 (84) | 175 (53) | 100 (31) | 60 (18) | |
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25 | 6000 | 350 (107) | 225 (69) | 125 (38) | 75 | (23) | | |
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30 | 7000 | 300 (91) | 175 (53) | 100 (31) | 75 | (23) | | |
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35 | 8400 | 250 (76) | 150 (46) | 100 (31) | | | | |
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40 | 9600 | 225 (69) | 125 (38) | 75 | (23) | | | | |
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45 | 10,800 | 200 (61) | 125 (38) | | | | | | |
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50 | 12,000 | 175 (53) | 100 (31) | | | | | | |
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*Conductor size is based on maximum 2% voltage drop
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Contents
Description
Processes
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Table of Contents
Options and Accessories Warranty
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
LES Fumées ET LES GAZ peuvent être dangereux
DES Pièces Chaudes peuvent provoquer des brûlures graves
LE Soudage peut provoquer un in cendie ou une explosion
LE Bruit peut affecter l’ouïe
DES Organes Mobiles peuvent pro voquer des blessures
’EXPLOSION DE LA Batterie peu
’AIR Comprimé peut provoquer des blessures
LA Chaleur DU Moteur peut pro- voquer un incendie
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
Symbol Definitions
− Specifications
Weld, Power, And Engine Specifications
− Definitions
Duty Cycle And Overheating
Dimensions, Weights, and Operating Angles
CV Mode
CC Mode
Volt-Ampere Curves
Fuel Consumption
Installing Welding Generator
− Installation
This unit has a low oil pressure shut
Engine Prestart Checks
Fuel
Oil
Connect
Connecting The Battery
Negative −
Cable last
Tools Needed 1/2
Installing Exhaust Pipe
Correct Installation
Connecting To Weld Output Terminals
Stop engine
Stick And TIG Welding
Remote 14 Receptacle RC14 Information
Selecting Weld Cable Sizes
Use thick-walled rubber hose. Do not use
Stop engine, and let cool
Engine
Mount on lower Front panel
Operating Engine Block Heater
Controls See Section
− Operating Welding Generator
Description Of Controls See Section
Mode Meter Reading At Idle Meter Reading While Welding
Mode Switch Settings
Mode Switch Setting Process Output On/Off Control
Meter Functions
Battery
Lift-Arc TIG Procedure
Recommendations For Extreme Cold Weather Operation
Starting Do not use ether
Generator power decreases as weld current increases
Generator Power Receptacles And Circuit Breakers
− Operating Auxiliary Equipment
Weld Total 120
If unit does not have Gfci
Optional Gfci Receptacles And Circuit Breakers
Receptacles, use GFCI-pro
Tected extension cord
Receptacle
Current Available in Amperes 240
Maintenance Label
− Maintenance and Troubleshooting
Routine Maintenance
Stop engine and let cool
Servicing Spark Arrestor
To clean air filter
Servicing Air Cleaner
Servicing Engine Lubrication And Fuel Systems
Servicing Engine Cooling System
Replacing Throttle Solenoid TS1
Adjust throttle link Throttle arm
− cable first
Be sure solenoid plunger rod
Adjusting Idle Speed
Adjusting Engine Speed
Adjusting Weld/Power Speed
Using Engine Stop Lever
Overload Protection
Voltmeter/Ammeter Help Displays
Welding
Troubleshooting
Trouble Remedy
No power output Reset supplementary protectors see Section
Generator Power
Necessary parts
Engine
CT1
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Circuit Diagram For Welding Generator
− Electrical Diagrams
212 633-F
Procedure at less than
− RUN-IN Procedure
Wetstacking
Do not perform run-in
Run-In Procedure Using Load Bank
From flammables
Run-In Procedure Using Resistance Grid
Selecting Equipment
− Generator Power Guidelines
Grounding Generator To Truck Or Trailer Frame
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
105 104 102
− Parts List
30 Fig
Item Dia Part Description Quantity Mkgs
Dia Part Description Quantity Mkgs
213
Front Panel
24 PL1, PL2, PL3
Inverter Assembly -1, Item
Inverter Assembly
24 . . HD1 189
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