Operating the Welding Generator | Miller Electric 185 DX instruction

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SECTION 6 − OPERATING THE WELDING GENERATOR

6-1. Controls (Standard Models) (See Section 6-2)
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Miller Electric 185 DX manual Operating the Welding Generator, Controls Standard Models See Section

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Description OM-4415Processes File Engine Drive From Miller to You Table of Contents Page Electric Shock can kill Symbol UsageArc Welding Hazards HOT Parts can cause severe burns ARC Rays can burn eyes and skin Fumes and Gases can be hazardousBuildup of GAS can injure or kill Welding can cause fire or explosion Engine Hazards Compressed Air Hazards Fire or Explosion hazard Welding Wire can cause injuryHOT Parts can cause burns and injury Falling Unit can cause injury EMF Information Principal Safety StandardsCalifornia Proposition 65 Warnings Radiation can cause interference 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 LES Fils DE Soudage peuvent provoquer des blessures LE Surchauffement peut endom- mager le moteur électriqueDES Organes Mobiles peuvent provoquer des blessures ’EMPLOI Excessif peut Information EMF Proposition californienne 65 AvertissementsPrincipales normes de sécurité Weld, Power, And Engine Specifications − SpecificationsSymbol Definitions − Definitions Duty Cycle Dimensions, Weights, And Operating AnglesDimensions 100% Duty Cycle at 100 Amperes CC/DC 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 Movement − InstallationInstalling Welding Generator Hazards 13 mm Full Gasoline Grounding Generator When Supplying Building SystemsEngine Prestart Checks − Standard Model Fuel Valve Open valve Connect negative − cable last Engine Prestart Checks − DX Model+ − Tools Needed 1/2 Selecting Weld Cable Sizes Connecting To Weld Output TerminalsStop engine before connecting to weld output terminals 150 ft 200 ft 250 ft OM-4415 − Operating the Welding Generator Controls Standard Models See Section To Start Turn Engine switch to OffDescription Of Controls Standard Models See Section To Stop Controls DX Models See Section Description Of Controls DX Models See Section Generator Power Panel Receptacles − Operating Auxiliary Equipment − Maintenance Routine Maintenance Stop engine Servicing Air CleanerPrecleaner Paper Element Standard Model Shown Idle Speed Adjustment Adjusting Engine Speed Honda-Powered UnitsWeld/Power Speed Adjustment Stop Engine Close Tools Needed Adjusting Engine Speed Kohler−Powered UnitsStop engine. Close fuel valve Generator Power − TroubleshootingTroubleshooting Welding Engine Recommended Spare Parts − Parts ListRecommended Spare Parts − Electrical Diagrams Circuit Diagram For Standard Models Circuit Diagram for DX Models Grounding Generator To Truck Or Trailer Frame − Generator Power GuidelinesSelecting Equipment 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 Watts Approximate Power Requirements For Contractor Equipment Contractor Rating Starting Watts Running Watts Single-Phase Induction Motor Starting Requirements Power Required To Start MotorHow Much Power Can Generator Supply? KVA/HP x HP x 1000 / Volts = Starting Amperage Typical 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 Loads Stick Welding Procedure − Stick Welding Smaw Guidelines Striking an Arc − Tapping Technique Electrode and Amperage Selection ChartStriking an Arc − Scratch Start Technique Positioning Electrode Holder Poor Weld Bead CharacteristicsGood Weld Bead Characteristics 10-30 9090 End View of Work Angle Conditions That Affect Weld Bead Shape Electrode Movement During Welding Tee Joint Butt JointsLap Joint 16 in 30 1.6 mm Tack Welds Weld Test Troubleshooting − PorosityTroubleshooting − Excessive Spatter Possible Causes Corrective Actions Troubleshooting − Excessive Penetration Troubleshooting − Incomplete FusionTroubleshooting − Lack Of Penetration Troubleshooting − Distortion Troubleshooting − Burn-ThroughTroubleshooting − Waviness Of Bead Support ServiceYour distributor also gives 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

Miller Electric 185 DX Operating the Welding Generator, Controls Standard Models See Section

Models: 185 DX 185

SECTION 6 − OPERATING THE WELDING GENERATOR

6-1. Controls (Standard Models) (See Section 6-2)