Miller Electric 6000 manual Table of Contents

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS − READ BEFORE USING

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1-1.

Symbol Usage

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1-2.

Arc Welding Hazards

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1-3.

Engine Hazards

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1-4.

Compressed Air Hazards

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1-5. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance

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1-6. California Proposition 65 Warnings

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1-7.

Principal Safety Standards

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1-8.

EMF Information

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SECTION 2 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT UTILISATION

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2-1.

Signification des symboles

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2-2. Dangers relatifs au soudage à l’arc

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2-3. Dangers existant en relation avec le moteur

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2-4. Dangers liés à l’air comprimé

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2-5. Dangers supplémentaires en relation avec l’installation, le fonctionnement et la maintenance

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2-6. Principales normes de sécurité

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2-7. Information sur les champs électromagnétiques

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SECTION 3 − DEFINITIONS

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SECTION 4 − SPECIFICATIONS

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4-1. Weld, Power, And Engine Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9

4-2. Dimensions, Weights, And Operating Angles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

4-3. Fuel Consumption (Kohler-Powered Units) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

4-4. Fuel Consumption (Honda-Powered Units) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

4-5. Duty Cycle . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

4-6. Generator Power Curves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

4-7.Volt-Ampere Curves . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

SECTION 5 − INSTALLATION . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

5-1.

Installing Welding Generator

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5-2. Grounding Generator To Truck Or Trailer Frame

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5-3. Grounding Generator When Supplying Building Systems

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5-4. Engine Prestart Checks (Kohler-Powered Units)

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5-5. Engine Prestart Checks (Honda-Powered Units)

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5-6. Connecting The Battery (Electric-Start Models Only)

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5-7. Connecting To Weld Output Terminals

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5-8. Selecting Weld Cable Sizes*

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SECTION 6 − OPERATING THE WELDING GENERATOR

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6-1.

Controls (Kohler-Powered Units)

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6-2. Controls (Honda-Powered Units) (See Section 6-3)

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6-3. Description Of Controls (Honda-Powered Units) (See Section 6-2)

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SECTION 7 − OPERATING AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT

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7-1. Generator Power Panel 495 218 (USA)

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7-2. Optional Generator Power Panels

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7-3. Generator Power Panel Ratings

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7-4. Wiring Instructions For Optional 120/240 Volt Twistlock Plug (NEMA L14-30P)

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SECTION 8 − MAINTENANCE

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8-1.

Maintenance Label

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8-2.

Routine Maintenance

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8-3. Overload Protection (Honda-Powered Units)

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8-4. Adjusting Engine Speed (Kohler-Powered Units)

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8-5. Adjusting Engine Speed (Honda-Powered Units)

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SECTION 9 − TROUBLESHOOTING

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SECTION 10 − ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS

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SECTION 11 − GENERATOR POWER GUIDELINES

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SECTION 12 − STICK WELDING (SMAW) GUIDELINES

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SECTION 13 − PARTS LIST

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Contents OM-499 ProcessesDescription From Miller to You Table of Contents Page 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 provoque r 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 sécuritéWelding Weld Output Rated Maximum Generator Power − SpecificationsSymbol Definitions Weld, Power, And Engine SpecificationsBe damaged or unit could tip Dimensions, Weights, And Operating AnglesFuel Consumption Kohler-Powered Units Do not move or operate unit where itContinuous Welding Fuel Consumption Honda-Powered UnitsExceeding duty cycle can damage unit and void warranty Duty CycleHz Model Generator Power CurvesMAX MID MIN Volt-Ampere Curves− Installation Installing Welding GeneratorGrounding Generator To Truck Or Trailer Frame Oil Grounding Generator When Supplying Building SystemsEngine Prestart Checks Kohler-Powered Units FuelConnect negative − cable last Engine Prestart Checks Honda-Powered UnitsConnecting The Battery Electric-Start Models Only + −Selecting Weld Cable Sizes Connecting To Weld Output TerminalsControls Kohler-Powered Units − Operating the Welding Generator50 Hz 60 Hz Controls Honda-Powered Units See Section Recoil-Start 2Electric-Start60 Hz 50 Hz Description Of Controls Honda-Powered Units See Section Generator Power Panel 495 218 USA − Operating Auxiliary Equipment120 V x 10 a + 240 V x 9 a = 3.5 kVA/ KW Australia Europe Asia Optional Generator Power PanelsGenerator Power Panel 495 South Africa South AmericaIt exceeds 5500W Generator Power Panel RatingsMaintenance Label − Maintenance100 h Routine Maintenance20 h 50 hIdle Speed Adjustment Overload Protection Honda-Powered UnitsAdjusting Engine Speed Kohler-Powered Units Weld/Power Speed AdjustmentStop engine. Close fuel valve Adjusting Engine Speed Honda-Powered UnitsThrottle Control Lever Adjustment Screw Pilot Screw Throttle Stop ScrewWelding − TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Generator PowerCircuit board PC1 Check battery voltage electric-start models onlyViscosity oil for operating temperature EngineCircuit Diagram For Welding Generator 1 − Electrical DiagramsCircuit Diagram For Welding Generator 2 Wiring Diagram For Auxiliary Power Panels 1 Wiring Diagram For Auxiliary Power Panels 2 Selecting Equipment − Generator Power GuidelinesVolts 115 Amps Resistive Load 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 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 PossibleStick 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 End View of Work Angle Poor Weld Bead CharacteristicsGood Weld Bead Characteristics Positioning Electrode HolderElectrode Movement During Welding Conditions That Affect Weld Bead Shape16 in 1.6 mm Tack Welds 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 Main Assembly − Parts ListDia Part Dia Part Mkgs Description Quantity Generator Power Panels Item Dia Part Mkgs Description Quantity Work like a Pro Service Your distributor also givesSupport Transportation Department Miller Electric Mfg. CoFor assistance in filing or settling claims, contact Your distributor and/or equipment manufacturer’s
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