Campbell Hausfeld GW4500 specifications Table of Contents, Description, Unpacking, Specifications

See Warranty on page 20 for important information about commercial use of this product.

Operating Instructions and Parts Manual GW4500

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Welder / Generator

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Table of Contents

Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Unpacking . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Safety Guidelines . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

General Safety Information . . . . . . 2 - 4

Glossary of Terms . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Pre-operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 - 7

Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 - 9

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Storage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Welding Guidelines. . . . . . . . . . . 10 - 12

Troubleshooting Chart . . . . . . . . 13 - 14

General . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Generator . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13

Welder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Welds . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14

Wiring Diagram. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15

Welder / Generator Assembly. . . 16 - 17

Alternator Assembly . . . . . . . . . . 18 - 19

Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20

Description

This welder / generator is powered by an air-cooled four cycle engine and designed to run at maximum RPM and give a continuous wattage as rated.

A low-oil level shutoff is provided to protect the engine. The alternator is thermostatically protected. To operate this unit as a generator or welder, set the switch on the front panel accordingly.

Unpacking

After unpacking the welder / generator, inspect carefully for any damage that may have occurred during transit. Make sure to tighten fittings, bolts, etc., before putting unit into service. Report any missing items by calling 1-800-543-6400.

Safety Guidelines

This manual contains information that is very important to know and understand. This information is provided for SAFETY and to PREVENT EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. To help recognize this information, observe the following symbols.

Danger indicates an imminently

hazardous situation which, if not avoided, WILL result in death or serious injury.

Warning indicates a potentially

hazardous situation which, if not avoided, COULD result in death or serious injury.

Caution indicates a potentially

hazardous situation which, if not avoided, MAY result in minor or moderate injury.

Notice indicates important

information, that if not followed, may cause damage to equipment.

NOTE: Information that requires special attention.

Specifications

ENGINE

Engine Type . . . . .270cc, 4 stroke OHV Net Power . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6.0 Ignition System . . Transistor Magneto Start Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Manual Fuel Capacity . . . . . . . . . . . 1.4 gallons Oil Capacity . . . . . . . 38.4 fluid ounces

GENERATOR

Type . . . . . . 2 pole, brushless rotating Phase . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Single Continuous Power

Rating (KVA) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.5 Rated Voltage (V) . . . . . . . . . 120 / 240

WELDER

Max Open Circuit Voltage (V). . . . 62.5

Rated Voltage (V) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25.6

Rated Current (A) . . . . . . . . . . . . . .140

Max No Load Speed (r/min) . . . . .3850

Current Control Range (A) . . . 60 - 140

Rated Duty Cycle (%) . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Electrode Diameter (mm) . . . . 2.4 - 3.2

REMINDER: Keep your dated proof of purchase for warranty purposes!

Attach it to this manual or file it for safekeeping.

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