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Miller Electric 185 manual Volt-Ampere Curves, Standard Model Honda Engine, DX Model Kohler Engine

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4-4. Volt-Ampere Curves

The volt-ampere curve shows the minimum and maximum voltage and amperage output capabilities of the welding generator. Curves of all other settings fall between the curves shown.

A. Standard Model (Honda Engine)

	80
	70
	60
	50
VOLTS	40				MAX
VOLTS	30			MIN	MAX
	30				MID
					MID
	20
	10
	0	0	50	100	150	200	250	300
					AMPERES

B. DX Model (Kohler Engine)

	80
	70
	60
	50
VOLTS	40				MAX
VOLTS	30			MIN	MAX
	30				MID
					MID
	20
	10
	0	0	50	100	150	200	250	300
					AMPERES

220 603−A / 220 605−A

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Miller Electric 185 DX manual Volt-Ampere Curves, Standard Model Honda Engine, DX Model Kohler Engine

Contents

Description OM-4415Processes File Engine DriveFrom Miller to You Table of Contents Page Electric Shock can kill Symbol UsageArc Welding Hazards HOT Parts can cause severe burnsARC Rays can burn eyes and skin Fumes and Gases can be hazardousBuildup of GAS can injure or kill Welding can cause fire or explosionEngine Hazards Compressed Air HazardsFire or Explosion hazard Welding Wire can cause injuryHOT Parts can cause burns and injury Falling Unit can cause injuryEMF Information Principal Safety StandardsCalifornia Proposition 65 Warnings Radiation can cause interferenceSignification des symboles − Consignes DE Sécurité − Lire Avant UtilisationUN Choc Électrique peut tuer DES Pièces Chaudes peuvent provoquer des brûlures graves LES Fumées ET LES GAZ peuvent être dangereuxLE Soudage peut provoquer un in cendie ou une explosion LE Bruit peut affecter l’ouïe ’EXPLOSION DE LA Batterie peuDES Organes Mobiles peuvent pro voquer des blessures LA Chaleur DU Moteur peut pro- voquer un incendie ’AIR Comprimé peut provoquer des blessuresRisque D’INCENDIE OU D’EXPLO- Sion LES Fils DE Soudage peuvent provoquer des blessures LE Surchauffement peut endom- mager le moteur électriqueDES Organes Mobiles peuvent provoquer des blessures ’EMPLOI Excessif peutProposition californienne 65 Avertissements Principales normes de sécuritéInformation EMF Weld, Power, And Engine Specifications − SpecificationsSymbol Definitions − DefinitionsDuty Cycle Dimensions, Weights, And Operating AnglesDimensions 100% Duty Cycle at 100 Amperes CC/DCVolt-Ampere Curves Standard Model Honda EngineDX Model Kohler Engine Auxiliary Power Standard Model Honda Engine Auxiliary Power DX Model Kohler EngineFuel Consumption Curves Generator Power Curves Power Output Standard Model Honda EnginePower Output DX Model Kohler Engine Movement − InstallationInstalling Welding Generator Hazards13 mm Full Gasoline Grounding Generator When Supplying Building SystemsEngine Prestart Checks − Standard Model Fuel Valve Open valveConnect negative − cable last Engine Prestart Checks − DX Model+ − Tools Needed 1/2Selecting Weld Cable Sizes Connecting To Weld Output TerminalsStop engine before connecting to weld output terminals 150 ft 200 ft 250 ftOM-4415 − Operating the Welding Generator Controls Standard Models See SectionTo Start Turn Engine switch to OffDescription Of Controls Standard Models See Section To StopControls DX Models See Section Description Of Controls DX Models See Section Generator Power Panel Receptacles − Operating Auxiliary Equipment− Maintenance Routine MaintenanceStop engine Servicing Air CleanerPrecleaner Paper Element Standard Model ShownIdle Speed Adjustment Adjusting Engine Speed Honda-Powered UnitsWeld/Power Speed Adjustment Stop Engine CloseAdjusting Engine Speed Kohler−Powered Units Stop engine. Close fuel valveTools Needed Generator Power − TroubleshootingTroubleshooting WeldingEngine − Parts List Recommended Spare PartsRecommended Spare Parts − Electrical Diagrams Circuit Diagram For Standard ModelsCircuit Diagram for DX Models − Generator Power Guidelines Selecting EquipmentGrounding Generator To Truck Or Trailer Frame Grounding When Supplying Building Systems How Much Power Does Equipment Require?Industrial Motors Rating Starting Watts Running Watts Approximate Power Requirements For Industrial MotorsApproximate Power Requirements For Farm/Home Equipment Farm/Home Equipment Rating Starting Watts Running WattsApproximate Power Requirements For Contractor Equipment Contractor Rating Starting Watts Running WattsSingle-Phase Induction Motor Starting Requirements Power Required To Start MotorHow Much Power Can Generator Supply? KVA/HP x HP x 1000 / Volts = Starting AmperageTypical Connections To Supply Standby Power Current Load Watts Amperes Selecting Extension Cord Use Shortest Cord PossibleCord Lengths for 120 Volt Loads Cord Lengths for 240 Volt LoadsStick Welding Procedure − Stick Welding Smaw GuidelinesElectrode and Amperage Selection Chart Striking an Arc − Scratch Start TechniqueStriking an Arc − Tapping Technique Positioning Electrode Holder Poor Weld Bead CharacteristicsGood Weld Bead Characteristics 10-30 9090 End View of Work AngleConditions That Affect Weld Bead Shape Electrode Movement During WeldingTee Joint Butt JointsLap Joint 16 in 30 1.6 mm Tack WeldsWeld Test Troubleshooting − PorosityTroubleshooting − Excessive Spatter Possible Causes Corrective ActionsTroubleshooting − Incomplete Fusion Troubleshooting − Lack Of PenetrationTroubleshooting − Excessive Penetration Troubleshooting − Burn-Through Troubleshooting − Waviness Of BeadTroubleshooting − Distortion Service Your distributor also givesSupport For assistance in filing or settling claims, contact To locate a Distributor or Service Agency visitMiller Electric Mfg. Co Your distributor and/or equipment manufacturer’s