OPERATION
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RECOMMENDED APPLICATIONS
WELDER
The Classic I provides excellent constant current DC welding output for stick (SMAW) welding and for DC TIG welding. For more details on using the machine as a welder, see Welding Operation in the Operation section of this manual.
GENERATOR
The Classic I is also capable of providing 1.75 kw of 115V DC auxiliary power.
OPERATIONAL FEATURES AND CONTROLS
The Classic I was designed for simplicity. Therefore, it has very few operating controls. Two switches are used for welding operations:
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DESIGN FEATURES
•Constant current DC Stick welding (SMAW) process capability with output range from 40 - 300 DC amps.
•Work and Electrode welding cable mounting termi- nals.
•Separate ground stud for safe connection of case to earth ground.
•115 volt DC auxiliary power receptacle.
•Electric starting.
•Distributor type electronic ignition.
•Battery Charging Ammeter.
•Engine Hour Meter for determining periodic mainte- nance.
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•Automatic engine idler goes to low idle approximate- ly 15 seconds after welding for greater fuel economy; includes high idle switch.
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•A FINE CURRENT ADJUSTMENT control for fine adjustment of current from minimum to maximum within each range
Controls for the gasoline engine control include a two- position IGNITION ON/OFF toggle switch, a START pushbutton, and a
WELDING CAPABILITY
The Classic I is rated 200 amps, 40 volts constant cur- rent DC at 60% duty cycle based on a ten minute time period. Longer duty cycles at lower output currents are possible.
The current is continuously variable from 40 to 300 amps DC.
LIMITATIONS
The Classic I is not recommended for any processes besides those that are normally performed using DC stick welding (SMAW) and DC TIG welding. Specific limitations on using the Classic I for these processes are described in the Welding Operation section of this manual. Constant voltage welding is available with the optional Wire Feed Module.
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