Installation | Miller Electric Big Blue 400 KX specification

SECTION 5 − INSTALLATION

5-1. Installing Welding Generator

Movement

YAlways securely fasten weld- ing generator onto transport vehicle or trailer and comply with all DOT and other applica- ble codes.

		Y Always ground		generator
			frame to vehicle frame to pre-
			vent electric shock and static
			electricity hazards.
		Y If unit does not have GFCI re-
	OR		ceptacles, use GFCI-protected
			extension cord.
		. See Section 4-2for lifting eye
			rating.
		. See Section 5-2for mounting
Location			information.
Location		Grounding:
		Grounding:
		1	Equipment Grounding Terminal
			(On Front Panel)
		2 Grounding Cable (Not Supplied)
		3	Metal Vehicle Frame
OR	OR	Connect cable from		equipment
		ground terminal to metal vehicle
		frame. Use #10 AWG or larger insu-
		lated copper wire.

Airflow Clearance

18in

(460 mm)

18 in

18 in(460 mm)

(460 mm)

	18 in	18 in
		(460 mm)
	(460 mm)

Grounding 1

GND/PE	2

Electrically bond generator frame to vehicle frame by metal-to-metal contact.

3Y Bed liners, shipping skids, and some running gears insulate the welding generator from the vehicle frame. Always connect a ground wire from the generator equipment grounding termi- nal to bare metal on the vehicle frame as shown.

install3 6/05 − Ref. 800 652 / Ref. 800 477-A / 803 274

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Miller Electric Big Blue 400 KX manual Installation, Installing Welding Generator

Contents

Description OM-4423 215 178NProcesses File Engine Drive From Miller to You Table of Contents − Maintenance & Troubleshooting 8-1. Routine Maintenance Standards DirectivesDecrot6/05 Sound Level Information Decrotsound1/05 Symbol Usage Arc Welding Hazards Engine Hazards Compressed Air Hazards 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 LES Fumées ET LES GAZ peuvent être dangereux DES Pièces Chaudes peuvent provoquer des brûlures graves LE Soudage peut provoquer un in- cendie ou une explosionDES Particules Volantes peuvent blesser les yeux LE Bruit peut affecter l’ouïe LE Surchauffement peut endom- mager le moteur électrique ’AIR Comprimé peut provoquer des blessures’EMPLOI Excessif peut LES Étincelles Volantes risquent de provoquer des blessures Pour les moteurs diesel LE Soudage À L’ARC risque de provoquer des interférencesPour les moteurs à essence Boulevard, Rexdale, Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3 téléphone − 50 h Std − DefinitionsStd Manufacturer’s Rating Label Symbols And Definitions Weld, Power, And Engine Specifications − SpecificationsDimensions, Weights, And Operating Angles TIG Mode Stick ModeMIG Mode Volt-Ampere Curves Fuel Consumption Curve shows typical fuel use under weld or power loadsExceeding duty cycle can damage unit and void warranty Duty Cycle And Overheating AC Generator Power Curve Ac power curve shows the gen- erator power in amperes − Installation Installing Welding Generator Mounting Welding Generator Tools Needed 1/2 Installing Exhaust PipeStop engine and let cool Do not overfill battery cells Activating The Dry Charge Battery If ApplicableConnecting The Battery Connect Negative − Cable Last Fuel Do not use gasoline. Gasoline will damage engine Coolant Recovery TankEngine Prestart Checks Oil MIG and Fcaw Welding Connecting To Weld Output TerminalsStick and TIG Welding Stop engine 350 ft 400 ft 45 m 60 m 70 m 90 m 105 m 120 m Selecting Weld Cable Sizes150 ft 200 ft 250 ft Stop engine before Connecting To Remote 14 Receptacle RC14 Socket Front Panel Controls See Section Stop Description Of Front Panel Controls See Section Process/Contactor Switch On CC/CV Models Process/Contactor Switch Settings Do not Strike Like a Match Lift-ArcStart ProcedureLift-Arc Start Method Touch Lift-Arc t TIG Remote Voltage/Amperage Control − Operating Auxiliary Equipment Volt Receptacles − Maintenance & Troubleshooting Routine Maintenance Maintenance Label To clean air filter Servicing Air CleanerBy the warranty Do not clean housing with air hose Stop engine and let cool. Reinstall cleanout plug Inspecting And Cleaning Spark Arrestor MufflerServicing Engine Cooling System Adjusting Engine Speed On Standard Models Maximum To change oil and filter Servicing Fuel And Lubrication SystemsStop engine and let cool After servicing, start engine To replace primary canister fuel filter Press button to reset breaker Overload Protection Checking Generator Brushes Replace Damaged Brushes Help 20 Display Voltmeter/Ammeter Help DisplaysHelp 25 Display Standard Generator Power TroubleshootingWelding Engine Check for obstructed throttle solenoid − Electrical Diagrams Circuit Diagram For Welding Generator 221 499-B Wetstacking − RUN-IN ProcedureWelding Generator Stop engine Do not touch hot exhaust Run-In Procedure Using Load BankProcedure at less than From flammables Do not Perform From flammables Run-In Procedure Using Resistance GridBank/grid Do not perform run-in Selecting Equipment − Generator Power GuidelinesGrounding Generator To Truck Or Trailer Frame Earth ground if supplying Grounding When Supplying Building SystemsHow Much Power Does Equipment Require? Amperes x Volts = Watts 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 = Starting Amperage Typical Connections To Supply Standby Power Selecting Extension Cord Use Shortest Cord Possible Current Load Watts Amperes − Parts List 103 − −5 104 − −3 96− −2 102 101 100 71− −4 3031 5756 Dia Part Description Quantity Mkgs Dia Part Description Quantity 213600 Panel, Front w/Components Panel, Front w/Components -1Item FUEL/HM Control Panel Generator Generator -1Item Rectifier Assembly Wiring Harnesses Your distributor also gives ServiceSupport 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