Assembly Instructions | Harbor Freight Tools 55525 instruction

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS

WARNING! Always turn off the Welder and unplug the unit from its electri- cal outlet prior to performing any assembly, maintenance, or service.

To Attach The Handle

Insert the Handle (4) into the Handle Sockets (3). Then attach the Handle Sockets to the center top of Side Panel (1), using the four Screws provided.

Face Shield Assembly

Attach the handle to the Face Shield by lining up the two rectangular tabs on the handle with the corresponding holes in the face shield and

1)pressing it upwards and then

2)pressing it forward from the back, lock- ing the round tab in place.

See numbered steps in illustration to the right.

Round

Tab

Handle

Face

Shield

To Install a Wire Spool

1.Lift the Access Panel (12) of the Welder to expose the Wire Feed Assembly.

2.Unscrew and remove the Wing Nut (40) and Spool Knob (39).

3.Install a 2 lb. Spool (not included) onto the Wire Spool Axle (9), making sure the Welding Wire unwinds from the top (counterclockwise). Secure it to the shaft using the spring underneath and the Knob on top.

WELDING

WIRE SPOOL

4.Tighten the Knob (39) until only slight resistance is felt when turning the Spool. Then, tighten the Wing Nut (40) up against the Knob.

Spool

Wing Knob (39)

Nut (40)

FIGURE C

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		Troubleshooting section at end of manual.

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Harbor Freight Tools 55525 Assembly Instructions, To Attach The Handle, Face Shield Assembly, To Install a Wire Spool

Contents

220 VAC*DUAL MIG Welder For technical questions or replacement parts, please call Contents Work Area Product SpecificationsGeneral Safety Rules Save this Manual Personal Safety Electrical Safety Tool USE and Care Service Industrial applications must follow Osha guidelines Specific Safety RulesPage Welding Produces toxic fumes and gasses Cylinders can explode when damaged Grounding Grounded Tools Tools with Three Prong Plugs SymbologyUnpacking Extension Cords To Attach The Handle Assembly InstructionsFace Shield Assembly To Install a Wire Spool See Figure E To Route The Wire Figure F Exercise Extreme Caution Risk of Fire AND/OR Electric Shock Nozzle. See Figure F, previous To Change Wire SettingsSee Figure G See Figure H Setting The Gun Polarity For Wire Type To Install a Gas Cylinder See Figure K Operating InstructionsBefore You Begin Welding Duty Cycle Duration of Use See Figure L Setting Up The Weld Figure M Holding The Welding Torch On ET OttomB number is WireHarsgCni ttSe eldW Top figures are VoltagePage Bend at joint Weld Diagnosis Weld PenetrationWeld Not Adhering Properly Strike Test PorosityExcessive Spatter When the Weld is Completed Or more for .030Tips .035 or more for .023 Tips INSPECTION, MAINTENANCE, and CleaningNozzle Inspection, Cleaning, and Replacement Contact Tip Inspection, Cleaning, And Replacement Please Read the Following Carefully Replacing The Welding Torch Liner Wiring Schematic Parts Lists and Diagrams Part Description Qty Parts List Assembly Diagram Assembly Diagram Wire Feed Mechanism Welding arc not stable TroubleshootingWire feed motor runs but wire does not feed properly Wire creates a bird’s nest During operation Weak Arc strength Welder does not function when switched onWire Feeds, but arc does not ignite Troubleshooting Regulator or cylinder valve closed Wire Feeds, but Shielding gas does not FlowWarranty Nozzle Plugged