Miller Electric Renegade 180 Fumes and Gases can be hazardous, Buildup of GAS can injure or kill

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FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous.

Welding produces fumes and gases. Breathing these fumes and gases can be hazardous to your health.

DKeep your head out of the fumes. Do not breathe the fumes.

DIf inside, ventilate the area and/or use local forced ventilation at the arc to remove welding fumes and gases.

DIf ventilation is poor, wear an approved air-supplied respirator.

DRead and understand the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) and the manufacturer’s instructions for metals, consumables, coatings, cleaners, and degreasers.

DWork in a confined space only if it is well ventilated, or while wearing an air-supplied respirator. Always have a trained watch- person nearby. Welding fumes and gases can displace air and lower the oxygen level causing injury or death. Be sure the breath- ing air is safe.

DDo not weld in locations near degreasing, cleaning, or spraying op- erations. The heat and rays of the arc can react with vapors to form highly toxic and irritating gases.

DDo not weld on coated metals, such as galvanized, lead, or cadmium plated steel, unless the coating is removed from the weld area, the area is well ventilated, and while wearing an air-supplied respirator. The coatings and any metals containing these elements can give off toxic fumes if welded.

BUILDUP OF GAS can injure or kill.

D Shut off shielding gas supply when not in use.

DAlways ventilate confined spaces or use ap- proved air-supplied respirator.

ARC RAYS can burn eyes and skin.

Arc rays from the welding process produce intense visible and invisible (ultraviolet and infrared) rays that can burn eyes and skin. Sparks fly off from the weld.

DWear an approved welding helmet fitted with a proper shade of filter lenses to protect your face and eyes from arc rays and sparks when welding or watching (see ANSI Z49.1 and Z87.1 listed in Safety Standards).

DWear approved safety glasses with side shields under your helmet.

DUse protective screens or barriers to protect others from flash, glare, and sparks; warn others not to watch the arc.

DWear protective clothing made from durable, flame-resistant mate- rial (leather, heavy cotton, or wool) and foot protection.

WELDING can cause fire or explosion.

Welding on closed containers, such as tanks, drums, or pipes, can cause them to blow up. Sparks can fly off from the welding arc. The flying sparks, hot workpiece,

and hot equipment can cause fires and burns. Accidental contact of electrode to metal objects can cause sparks, explosion, overheating, or fire. Check and be sure the area is safe before doing any welding.

DRemove all flammables within 35 ft (10.7 m) of the welding arc. If this is not possible, tightly cover them with approved covers.

DDo not weld where flying sparks can strike flammable material.

DProtect yourself and others from flying sparks and hot metal.

DBe alert that welding sparks and hot materials from welding can easily go through small cracks and openings to adjacent areas.

DWatch for fire, and keep a fire extinguisher nearby.

DBe aware that welding on a ceiling, floor, bulkhead, or partition can cause fire on the hidden side.

DDo not weld on closed containers such as tanks, drums, or pipes, unless they are properly prepared according to AWS F4.1 (see Safety Standards).

DDo not weld where the atmosphere may contain flammable dust, gas, or liquid vapors (such as gasoline).

DConnect work cable to the work as close to the welding area as practical to prevent welding current from traveling long, possibly unknown paths and causing electric shock, sparks, and fire haz- ards.

DDo not use welder to thaw frozen pipes.

DRemove stick electrode from holder or cut off welding wire at contact tip when not in use.

DWear oil-free protective garments such as leather gloves, heavy shirt, cuffless trousers, high shoes, and a cap.

DRemove any combustibles, such as a butane lighter or matches, from your person before doing any welding.

DAfter completion of work, inspect area to ensure it is free of sparks, glowing embers, and flames.

DUse only correct fuses or circuit breakers. Do not oversize or by- pass them.

DFollow requirements in OSHA 1910.252 (a) (2) (iv) and NFPA 51B for hot work and have a fire watcher and extinguisher nearby.

NOISE can damage hearing.

Noise from some processes or equipment can dam- age hearing.

DWear approved ear protection if noise level is high.

MAGNETIC FIELDS can affect Implanted

Medical Devices.

D Wearers of Pacemakers and other Implanted

Medical Devices should keep away.

DImplanted Medical Device wearers should consult their doctor and the device manufacturer before going near arc welding, spot welding, gouging, plasma arc cutting, or induction heating operations.

CYLINDERS can explode if damaged.

Shielding gas cylinders contain gas under high pres- sure. If damaged, a cylinder can explode. Since gas cylinders are normally part of the welding process, be sure to treat them carefully.

DProtect compressed gas cylinders from excessive heat, mechani- cal shocks, physical damage, slag, open flames, sparks, and arcs.

DInstall cylinders in an upright position by securing to a stationary support or cylinder rack to prevent falling or tipping.

DKeep cylinders away from any welding or other electrical circuits.

DNever drape a welding torch over a gas cylinder.

DNever allow a welding electrode to touch any cylinder.

DNever weld on a pressurized cylinder — explosion will result.

DUse only correct shielding gas cylinders, regulators, hoses, and fit- tings designed for the specific application; maintain them and associated parts in good condition.

DTurn face away from valve outlet when opening cylinder valve.

DKeep protective cap in place over valve except when cylinder is in use or connected for use.

DUse the right equipment, correct procedures, and sufficient num- ber of persons to lift and move cylinders.

DRead and follow instructions on compressed gas cylinders, associated equipment, and Compressed Gas Association (CGA) publication P-1 listed in Safety Standards.

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Contents Description OM-228 042BProcesses File Engine DriveFrom Miller to You Table of Contents − Maintenance 10-1Electric Shock can kill Symbol UsageArc Welding Hazards HOT Parts can cause severe burnsARC Rays can burn eyes and skin Fumes and Gases can be hazardousBuildup of GAS can injure or kill Welding can cause fire or explosionEngine Hazards Compressed Air HazardsFire or Explosion hazard Welding Wire can cause injuryHOT Parts can cause burns and injury Falling Unit can cause injuryEMF Information Principal Safety StandardsCalifornia Proposition 65 Warnings Radiation can cause interferenceUN Choc Électrique peut tuer Signification des symboles− Consignes DE Sécurité − Lire Avant Utilisation Indique des instructions spécifiquesDES 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 LES Fils DE Soudage peuvent provoquer des blessures LE Surchauffement peut endom- mager le moteur électriqueDES Organes Mobiles peuvent provoquer des blessures ’EMPLOI Excessif peutProposition californienne 65 Avertissements Principales normes de sécuritéInformation EMF Weld, Power, And Engine Specifications − SpecificationsSymbol Definitions − DefinitionsOptional Lifting Eye Weight Rating Gun SpecificationsDimensions, Weights, And Operating Angles Volt-Ampere CurvesPower Source Duty Cycle Fuel ConsumptionVolts Generator Power CurveGun Duty Cycle And Overheating AC AmperesMovement − InstallationInstalling Welding Generator Airflow ClearanceGrounding Generator When Supplying Building Systems Use ground device as stated in electrical codes+ − Connecting The Battery Electric Start Models OnlyEngine Prestart Checks OilInstalling Welding Gun Work Cable Routing Inside UnitWeld Process/Polarity Table Changing Weld PolarityConnecting Single−Phase, 230 Volt AC Utility Input Power Shown with optional cylinder rackThis unit can provide weld out When a slight force is needed to turn spool, tension is set Electrical Service GuideInstalling Wire Spool And Adjusting Hub Tension AdapterWeld Position Stamped Stamped .030/.035 Tighten Pressure Indicator Scale Threading The Welding GunTools Needed 150 mm 030/.035 Groove Wood − Operating the Welding Generator Controls See SectionDescription Of Controls See Section To StartTo Stop Weld Parameter Chart Stainless Steel And 100% CO2 Weld Parameters 20 ga 18 ga 16 ga 14 gaGenerator Power Panel Receptacles Generator power decreases as weld current increases− Operating Auxiliary Equipment − Maintenance Power Source Routine MaintenanceDrive Motor Protection Gun Routine MaintenanceWelding Power Source Overload Protection Tip Saver/Short Circuit ProtectionChanging Drive Roll Or Wire Inlet Guide Turn Off power before replacing contact tipReplacing Gun Contact Tip Turn off welding power source/wire feeder Maintaining GunReplacing Switch And/Or Head Tube Tools Needed 19 mmDo not wash paper element or clean with compressed air Servicing Air CleanerPrecleaner Paper Element Standard Model Shown Stop engineAdjusting Engine Speed Stop engine. Close fuel valveGenerator Power − TroubleshootingTroubleshooting WeldingWire Feeder EngineDoes not run − Parts List Recommended Spare PartsRecommended Spare Parts − Electrical Diagrams OM-217 454Typical MIG Process Connections Regulator Flowmeter Wire Feeder Power Source Shielding Gas− MIG Welding Gmaw Guidelines Gun Work Clamp WorkpieceWire Suggested Wire Speed Typical MIG Process Control SettingsThese settings are guidelines only. Material Material thickness determines weld parametersTioned correctly on seam Nozzle, and tip of wire is posiHolding And Positioning Welding Gun Groove WeldsElectrode Extensions Stickout Conditions That Affect Weld Bead ShapeGun Angles And Weld Bead Profiles Fillet Weld Electrode Extension StickoutPoor Weld Bead Characteristics Good Weld Bead CharacteristicsGun Movement During Welding Troubleshooting − Excessive Spatter Troubleshooting − PorosityPossible Causes Corrective Actions Troubleshooting − Excessive Penetration 12-11 Troubleshooting − Lack Of PenetrationTroubleshooting − Incomplete Fusion 12-13 Troubleshooting − Burn-Through Troubleshooting − Waviness Of BeadTroubleshooting − Distortion Common MIG Shielding Gases ApplicationFlat & Horizontal1 Fillet − Generator Power Guidelines Selecting EquipmentGrounding Generator To Truck Or Trailer Frame Grounding When Supplying Building Systems How Much Power Does Equipment Require?Industrial Motors Rating Starting Watts Running Watts Approximate Power Requirements For Industrial MotorsApproximate Power Requirements For Farm/Home Equipment Farm/Home Equipment Rating Starting Watts Running WattsApproximate Power Requirements For Contractor Equipment Contractor Rating Starting Watts Running WattsSingle-Phase Induction Motor Starting Requirements Power Required To Start MotorHow Much Power Can Generator Supply? KVA/HP x HP x 1000 / Volts = Starting AmperageTypical Connections To Supply Standby Power Current Load Watts Amperes Selecting Extension Cord Use Shortest Cord PossibleCord Lengths for 120 Volt Loads Cord Lengths for 240 Volt LoadsSOCKET/WRENCH Selection Table Standard Metric Service Your distributor also givesSupport For assistance in filing or settling claims, contact To locate a Distributor or Service Agency visitMiller Electric Mfg. Co Your distributor and/or equipment manufacturer’s