Engine Prestart Checks − DX Model, + | Miller Electric 185 DX

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5-4. Engine Prestart Checks − DX Model

1/2 in
(13 mm)	Full
	Full
Gasoline

1

Check all fluids daily. Engine must be cold and on a level surface. Unit is shipped with 10W30 engine oil.

1Fuel Valve Open valve.

.Close fuel valve before moving

unit or carburetor may flood and make starting difficult.

Fuel

Add fresh fuel before starting engine the first time (see engine manual for specifications). Fill fuel tank up to 1/2 in. (13 mm) from top to allow room for expansion. Check fuel level on a cold engine before use each day.

Oil

After fueling, check oil with unit on level surface. If oil is not up to full mark on dipstick, add oil (see en- gine manual).

Unit stops if oil level is too low. Unit cannot be restarted until sufficient oil is added.

		. To improve cold weather
. Fuel valve is shown in the		starting:
. Fuel valve is shown in the
open position. Always close		Keep battery in good condition.
fuel valve after stopping unit.		Store battery in warm area off
Moving unit with fuel valve	Full	concrete surface.
open may cause carburetor	Full
open may cause carburetor
flooding and make starting		Use correct grade oil for cold
difficult.		weather.
		803 595−B
5-5. Connecting The Battery (DX Models Only)
		Turn Engine Switch to Off (DX
		models only).

+ −

Connect negative (−) cable last.

Tools Needed: 1/2 in

803 596−B / 803 466

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Miller Electric 185 DX manual Engine Prestart Checks − DX Model, +, Connect negative − cable last, Tools Needed 1/2

Contents

File Engine Drive OM-4415Processes Description From Miller to You Table of Contents Page HOT Parts can cause severe burns Symbol UsageArc Welding Hazards Electric Shock can kill Welding can cause fire or explosion Fumes and Gases can be hazardousBuildup of GAS can injure or kill ARC Rays can burn eyes and skin Compressed Air Hazards Engine Hazards Falling Unit can cause injury Welding Wire can cause injuryHOT Parts can cause burns and injury Fire or Explosion hazard Radiation can cause interference Principal Safety StandardsCalifornia Proposition 65 Warnings EMF Information UN Choc Électrique peut tuer Signification des symboles− Consignes DE Sécurité − Lire Avant Utilisation LE Soudage peut provoquer un in cendie ou une explosion DES Pièces Chaudes peuvent provoquer des brûlures gravesLES Fumées ET LES GAZ peuvent être dangereux DES Organes Mobiles peuvent pro voquer des blessures LE Bruit peut affecter l’ouïe’EXPLOSION DE LA Batterie peu Risque D’INCENDIE OU D’EXPLO- Sion LA Chaleur DU Moteur peut pro- voquer un incendie’AIR Comprimé peut provoquer des blessures ’EMPLOI Excessif peut LE Surchauffement peut endom- mager le moteur électriqueDES Organes Mobiles peuvent provoquer des blessures LES Fils DE Soudage peuvent provoquer des blessures Information EMF Proposition californienne 65 AvertissementsPrincipales normes de sécurité − Definitions − SpecificationsSymbol Definitions Weld, Power, And Engine Specifications 100% Duty Cycle at 100 Amperes CC/DC Dimensions, Weights, And Operating AnglesDimensions Duty Cycle DX Model Kohler Engine Volt-Ampere CurvesStandard Model Honda Engine Fuel Consumption Curves Auxiliary Power Standard Model Honda EngineAuxiliary Power DX Model Kohler Engine Power Output DX Model Kohler Engine Generator Power CurvesPower Output Standard Model Honda Engine Hazards − InstallationInstalling Welding Generator Movement Fuel Valve Open valve Grounding Generator When Supplying Building SystemsEngine Prestart Checks − Standard Model 13 mm Full Gasoline Tools Needed 1/2 Engine Prestart Checks − DX Model+ − Connect negative − cable last 150 ft 200 ft 250 ft Connecting To Weld Output TerminalsStop engine before connecting to weld output terminals Selecting Weld Cable Sizes OM-4415 Controls Standard Models See Section − Operating the Welding Generator To Stop Turn Engine switch to OffDescription Of Controls Standard Models See Section To Start Controls DX Models See Section Description Of Controls DX Models See Section − Operating Auxiliary Equipment Generator Power Panel Receptacles Routine Maintenance − Maintenance Standard Model Shown Servicing Air CleanerPrecleaner Paper Element Stop engine Stop Engine Close Adjusting Engine Speed Honda-Powered UnitsWeld/Power Speed Adjustment Idle Speed Adjustment Tools Needed Adjusting Engine Speed Kohler−Powered UnitsStop engine. Close fuel valve Welding − TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Generator Power Engine Recommended Spare Parts − Parts ListRecommended Spare Parts Circuit Diagram For Standard Models − Electrical Diagrams Circuit Diagram for DX Models Grounding Generator To Truck Or Trailer Frame − Generator Power GuidelinesSelecting Equipment How Much Power Does Equipment Require? Grounding When Supplying Building Systems Farm/Home Equipment Rating Starting Watts Running Watts Approximate Power Requirements For Industrial MotorsApproximate Power Requirements For Farm/Home Equipment Industrial Motors Rating Starting Watts Running Watts Contractor Rating Starting Watts Running Watts Approximate Power Requirements For Contractor Equipment KVA/HP x HP x 1000 / Volts = Starting Amperage Power Required To Start MotorHow Much Power Can Generator Supply? Single-Phase Induction Motor Starting Requirements Typical Connections To Supply Standby Power Cord Lengths for 240 Volt Loads Selecting Extension Cord Use Shortest Cord PossibleCord Lengths for 120 Volt Loads Current Load Watts Amperes − Stick Welding Smaw Guidelines Stick Welding Procedure Striking an Arc − Tapping Technique Electrode and Amperage Selection ChartStriking an Arc − Scratch Start Technique 10-30 9090 End View of Work Angle Poor Weld Bead CharacteristicsGood Weld Bead Characteristics Positioning Electrode Holder Electrode Movement During Welding Conditions That Affect Weld Bead Shape 16 in 30 1.6 mm Tack Welds Butt JointsLap Joint Tee Joint Possible Causes Corrective Actions Troubleshooting − PorosityTroubleshooting − Excessive Spatter Weld Test Troubleshooting − Excessive Penetration Troubleshooting − Incomplete FusionTroubleshooting − Lack Of Penetration Troubleshooting − Distortion Troubleshooting − Burn-ThroughTroubleshooting − Waviness Of Bead Support ServiceYour distributor also gives Your distributor and/or equipment manufacturer’s To locate a Distributor or Service Agency visitMiller Electric Mfg. Co For assistance in filing or settling claims, contact