Cover Assembly, Specifications, Setup | Chicago Electric 68887

Specifications

	Electrical Rating	120V~ / 20A
	Welding Output	60 ~ 120 A, AC
	Capacity	18 gauge (0.048″) to 3/16″ (0.19″) mild steel only
	Capacity	Not for welding aluminum or stainless steel
		Not for welding aluminum or stainless steel
	Duty Cycle	20% @ 90A
	Duty Cycle	(See explanation on page 14)
		(See explanation on page 14)
	Open Circuit Voltage	27
	KVA	2.38
	Welder Tips / Wire Size	Installed tip will accept .030″ to .035″ FLUX CORE wire
	Wire Spool Capacity	4″ diameter / 2 lb. spool

Setup

Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.

TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION:

Turn the Power Switch off and unplug the welder before assembly.

Cover Assembly

SAFETY

SETUP

BASIC WELDING

1.Slide the Handle into the slot on the Cover from the back.

2.The notch on the front of the Handle should drop into the slot in the Cover. Both ends of the Handle should lay flush against the top of the Cover.

3.Secure with Screw at front of unit.

notch drops

into slot on Handle Cover here

Cover

Screw

WELDING TIPS

MAINTENANCE

SKU 68887

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.

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Chicago Electric 68887 manual Cover Assembly, Specifications, Setup, To Prevent Serious Injury from Accidental Operation

Contents

Page General Safety Table of Contents Fumes and Gases can be hazardous to your health Fume and Gas SafetyArc Ray Safety Safety Welding Welding Tips Maintenance Electrical SafetyFire Safety Safety Setup Welder use and care Maintenance Extension Cords Tips MaintenanceSymbology Grounded Welders To Prevent Serious Injury from Accidental Operation Cover AssemblySpecifications Setup Setup Basic Welding Wire Spool InstallationSpindle Hold Wire Basic Welding Welding Tips Maintenance Back into the Gun Wire Liner may come out with the weldingWire, this is normal, just push the Wire Liner Gun Welding Wire For technical questions, please call Gun Nozzle Contact Tip Setup Basic Welding Welding Tips MaintenanceIncrementally Increase tension Until Wire bends Turn the Welder to OFF To Prevent Serious Injury Basic WeldingTo Prevent Serious INJURY, Fire and Burns Control Panel Layout Safety Setup Basic Welding Welding Tips Maintenance Gun Concrete slab Weld Settings ChartWire size and material thickness Duty Cycle Duration of Use Welding Setting Up The Weld Basic Welding Technique Safety Hold GUN Clear Up to 2 minutes welding At rated output Strike Test Cleaning the WeldWelding Tips To Correct Example Weld DiagramsWorkpiece Heat Control / Weld Penetration Weld Diagnosis Weld Not Adhering Properly Weld ProblemsPossible Causes and Solutions Penetration Workpiece Heat Control Excessive Spatter Coat of Slag Over WeldPorosity Crooked/Wavy Bead Fire and Burns Nozzle Inspection, Cleaning, and ReplacementSafety Setup Basic Maintenance Nozzle Contact Tip Gun Contact Tip Inspection, Cleaning, and Replacement Troubleshooting Wire Feed Motor Runs But Wire Does Not Feed ProperlyWire Creates a Bird’s Nest During Operation Wire Feeds, But Arc Does Not Ignite Welding Arc Not Stable TroubleshootingPower Switch Does Not Light When Switched On Weak Arc Strength Parts List Wiring SchematicParts Lists and Diagrams Record Product’s Serial Number Here Assembly Diagram Part 9 Detail Mission Oaks Blvd. PO Box 6009 Camarillo, CA 93011 800 Limited 90 Day Warranty