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Effective January 1, 2005 (Equipment with a serial number preface of “LF” or newer)

This limited warranty supersedes all previous Miller warranties and is exclusive with no other

guarantees or warranties expressed or implied.

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LIMITED WARRANTY − Subject to the terms and conditions below, Miller Electric Mfg. Co., Appleton, Wisconsin, warrants to its original retail purchaser that new Miller equipment sold after the effective date of this limited warranty is free of defects in material and workmanship at the time it is shipped by Miller.

THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.

Within the warranty periods listed below, Miller will repair or replace any warranted parts or components that fail due to such defects in material or workmanship. Miller must be notified in writing within thirty (30) days of such defect or failure, at which time Miller will provide instructions on the warranty claim procedures to be followed.

Miller shall honor warranty claims on warranted equipment listed below in the event of such a failure within the warranty time periods. All warranty time periods start on the date that the equipment was delivered to the original retail purchaser, or one year after the equipment is sent to a North American distributor or eighteen months after the equipment is sent to an International distributor.

1.5 Years Parts — 3 Years Labor

*Original main power rectifiers

*Inverters (input and output rectifiers only)

2.3 Years — Parts and Labor

*Transformer/Rectifier Power Sources

*Plasma Arc Cutting Power Sources

*Semi-Automatic and Automatic Wire Feeders

*Inverter Power Sources (Unless Otherwise Stated)

*Water Coolant Systems (Integrated)

*Intellitig

*Maxstar 150

*Engine Driven Welding Generators

(NOTE: Engines are warranted separately by the engine manufacturer.)

3.1 Year — Parts and Labor Unless Specified

*DS-2 Wire Feeder

*Motor Driven Guns (w/exception of Spoolmate Spoolguns)

*Process Controllers

*Positioners and Controllers

*Automatic Motion Devices

*RFCS Foot Controls

*Induction Heating Power Sources and Coolers

*Water Coolant Systems (Non-Integrated)

*Flowgauge and Flowmeter Regulators (No Labor)

*HF Units

*Grids

*Maxstar 85, 140

*Spot Welders

*Load Banks

*Arc Stud Power Sources & Arc Stud Guns

*Racks

*Running Gear/Trailers

*Plasma Cutting Torches (except APT & SAF Models)

*Field Options

(NOTE: Field options are covered under True Bluefor the remaining warranty period of the product they are installed in, or for a minimum of one year — whichever is greater.)

4.6 Months — Batteries

5.90 Days — Parts

*MIG Guns/TIG Torches

*Induction Heating Coils and Blankets

*APT & SAF Model Plasma Cutting Torches

*Remote Controls

*Accessory Kits

*Replacement Parts (No labor)

*Spoolmate Spoolguns

*Canvas Covers

Miller’s True BlueLimited Warranty shall not apply to:

1.Consumable components; such as contact tips, cutting nozzles, contactors, brushes, slip rings, relays or parts that fail due to normal wear. (Exception: brushes, slip rings, and relays are covered on Bobcat, Trailblazer, and Legend models.)

2.Items furnished by Miller, but manufactured by others, such as engines or trade accessories. These items are covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, if any.

3.Equipment that has been modified by any party other than Miller, or equipment that has been improperly installed, improperly operated or misused based upon industry standards, or equipment which has not had reasonable and necessary maintenance, or equipment which has been used for operation outside of the specifications for the equipment.

MILLER PRODUCTS ARE INTENDED FOR PURCHASE AND USE BY COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL USERS AND PERSONS TRAINED AND EXPERIENCED IN THE USE AND MAINTENANCE OF WELDING EQUIPMENT.

In the event of a warranty claim covered by this warranty, the exclusive remedies shall be, at Miller’s option: (1) repair; or (2) replacement; or, where authorized in writing by Miller in appropriate cases, (3) the reasonable cost of repair or replacement at an authorized Miller service station; or (4) payment of or credit for the purchase price (less reasonable depreciation based upon actual use) upon return of the goods at customer’s risk and expense. Miller’s option of repair or replacement will be F.O.B., Factory at Appleton, Wisconsin, or F.O.B. at a Miller authorized service facility as determined by Miller. Therefore no compensation or reimbursement for transportation costs of any kind will be allowed.

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE REMEDIES PROVIDED HEREIN ARE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE REMEDIES. IN NO EVENT SHALL MILLER BE LIABLE FOR DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOSS OF PROFIT), WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY.

ANY EXPRESS WARRANTY NOT PROVIDED HEREIN AND ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY, GUARANTY OR REPRESENTATION AS TO PERFORMANCE, AND ANY REMEDY FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT TORT OR ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY WHICH, BUT FOR THIS PROVISION, MIGHT ARISE BY IMPLICATION, OPERATION OF LAW, CUSTOM OF TRADE OR COURSE OF DEALING, INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE, WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL EQUIPMENT FURNISHED BY MILLER IS EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED BY MILLER.

Some states in the U.S.A. do not allow limitations of how long an implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion of incidental, indirect, special or consequential damages, so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty provides specific legal rights, and other rights may be available, but may vary from state to state.

In Canada, legislation in some provinces provides for certain additional warranties or remedies other than as stated herein, and to the extent that they may not be waived, the limitations and exclusions set out above may not apply. This Limited Warranty provides specific legal rights, and other rights may be available, but may vary from province to province.

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Contents Engine Driven Welding Generator ProcessesDescription Visit our website at OM-480128 576AC JanuaryFrom Miller to You Table of Contents Options and Accessories Warranty Arc Welding Hazards Symbol UsageEngine Hazards Compressed Air Hazards Radiation can cause interference Principal Safety StandardsCalifornia Proposition 65 Warnings EMF InformationLES Fumées ET LES GAZ peuvent être dangereux Signification des symboles− Consignes DE Sécurité − Lire Avant Utilisation UN Choc Électrique peut tuerLE Bruit peut affecter l’ouïe LE Soudage peut provoquer un in- cendie ou une explosionDES Particules Volantes peuvent blesser les yeux DES Pièces Chaudes peuvent provoquer des brûlures graves’AIR Comprimé peut provoquer des blessures ’EXPLOSION DE LA Batterie peutDES Organes Mobiles peuvent provoquer des blessures LA Chaleur DU Moteur peut pro- voquer un incendieInformation sur les champs électromagnétiques Principales normes de sécurité− Definitions Symbols And DefinitionsDimensions, Weights, And Operating Angles − SpecificationsWeld, Power, And Engine Specifications Duty Cycle And Overheating Curve shows typical fuel use under weld or power loadsExceeding duty cycle can damage unit and void warranty Fuel ConsumptionVolt-Ampere Curves AC Generator PowerOptional AC Power Plant Curves Connecting The Battery − InstallationInstalling Welding Generator Fuel Do not use gasoline. Gasoline Installing Muffler PipeEngine Prestart Checks Stop engine and let coolConnecting To Weld Output Terminals Installing Ether Cylinder Optional Ether Starting AidPut terminals Selecting Weld Cable Sizes150 ft 200 ft 250 ft 350 ft 400 ft 45 m 60 m 70 m 90 m 105 m 120 mControls See Section − Operating the Welding GeneratorDo not use Ether if engine is running Description Of Front Panel Controls See SectionRemote A/V Control Stop engine and fix trouble if either light goes onX 15 a + 120 V x 10 a = 3.0 kVA/kW OM-480 − Operating Auxiliary EquipmentVolt Duplex And Optional Gfci Receptacles X 10 a + 120 V x 5 a = 3.0 kVA/kW Volt Duplex Receptacle Optional240 V 15 a AC Receptacle RC1 Circuit Breakers CB1 And CB2Connecting Optional AC Power Plant 240 Volt Twistlock Receptacle Optional − Maintenance and Troubleshooting Maintenance Label Servicing Air Cleaner To replace secondary fuel filter Servicing Fuel And Lubrication SystemsTo change oil and filter To replace primary fuel filterModels With Automatic Idle Optional Adjusting Engine SpeedStandard Models Full Empty Overload Protection Servicing Optional Ether Starting AidWelding Inspecting And Cleaning Optional Spark ArrestorTroubleshooting Stop engine and let cool. Reinstall cleanout plugMaximum see Section Generator PowerCheck connections to ac power plant see Section EngineCircuit Diagram For Welding Generator − Electrical DiagramWelding Generator − RUN-IN ProcedureWetstacking From flammables Do not Perform Run-In Procedure Using Load BankProcedure at less than Stop engine Do not touch hot exhaustDo not perform run-in Run-In Procedure Using Resistance GridBank/grid From flammablesGrounding Generator To Truck Or Trailer Frame − Generator Power GuidelinesSelecting Equipment Amperes x Volts = Watts Grounding When Supplying Building SystemsHow Much Power Does Equipment Require? Earth ground if supplyingFarm/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 = Starting Amperage Power Required To Start MotorHow Much Power Can Generator Supply? Single-Phase Induction Motor Starting RequirementsWork like a Pro Typical Connections To Supply Standby PowerCurrent Load Watts Amperes Selecting Extension Cord Use Shortest Cord PossibleOM-480 116 − Parts List125 124 123 122 120 121 1172526 126 Dia Part Description Quantity Mkgs 128 111 Panel, Front w/Components -1ItemPanel, Front w/Components -1Item 111 Cont’d Generator Generator -1Item Includes 114Page Page Support ServiceYour distributor also gives Your distributor and/or equipment manufacturer’s To locate a Distributor or Service Agency visitMiller Electric Mfg. Co For assistance in filing or settling claims, contact
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