Grounded Welders

1.The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire inside the cord to the grounding system in the welder. The green wire in the cord must be the only wire connected to the welder’s grounding system and must never be attached to an electrically “live” terminal.

2.The welder must be plugged into an appropriate outlet, properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances.

Extension Cords

1.If an extension cord is used, it must have the following wire size: up to 30 feet, use 10 AWG size wire; 30 to 50 feet, use 8 AWG wire; Over 50 feet, use 6 AWG wire.

2.As the distance from the supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge extension cord. Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in voltage, resulting in loss of power and possible welder damage.

3.The smaller the gauge number of the wire, the greater the capacity of the cord. For example, a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord.

4.When using more than one extension cord to make up the total length, make sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required.

5.If you are using one extension cord for more than one welder, add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size.

6.If you are using an extension cord outdoors, make sure it is marked with the suffix “W-A” (“W” in Canada) to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use.

7.Make sure the extension cord is properly wired and in good electrical condition. Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it.

8.Protect the extension cords from sharp objects, excessive heat, and damp or wet areas.

Symbology

 

Wire Feed (Speed)

 

Workpiece Ground Cable

 

Gun Cable

 

Overheat Shutdown Indicator

 

Cooling Fan

 

Housing Ground Point

V~

Volts Alternating Current

A

Amperes

 

OCV Open Circuit Voltage

KVA

Kilovolt Amperes

(Volts / 1000 * Amperes)

IPM

Inches Per Minute

AWG

American Wire Gauge

Safety

Setup

Basic Welding

Welding Tips

Service

SKU 98871

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

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Harbor Freight Tools 98871 operating instructions Symbology, Grounded Welders, Extension Cords
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98871 specifications

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