Generator Power Guidelines | Miller Electric Big Blue 400 KX

SECTION 11 − GENERATOR POWER GUIDELINES

NOTE

The views in this section are intended to be representative of all engine-driven welding generators. Your unit may differ from those shown.

11-1. Selecting Equipment

1 Generator Power Receptacles

− Neutral Bonded To Frame

2 3-Prong Plug From Case

Grounded Equipment

3 2-Prong Plug From Double

Insulated Equipment

Y Do not use 2-prong plug un- less equipment is double in- sulated.

1

2

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	OR	Be sure equipment
	OR	has this symbol
		has this symbol
		and/or wording.

gen_pwr 11/02 − Ref. ST-159 730 / ST-800 577

11-2. Grounding Generator To Truck Or Trailer Frame

1

GND/PE2

3

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

YBed liners, shipping skids, and some running gear insulate the welding generator from the ve- hicle frame. Always connect a ground wire from the generator equipment grounding terminal to bare metal on the vehicle frame as shown.

YAlways ground generator frame to vehicle frame to pre- vent electric shock and static electricity hazards.

1Equipment Grounding Terminal (On Front Panel)

2Grounding Cable (Not Supplied)

3Metal Vehicle Frame

Connect cable from equipment ground terminal to metal vehicle frame. Use #10 AWG or larger insulated copper wire.

YIf unit does not have GFCI re- ceptacles, use GFCI-pro- tected extension cord.

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Miller Electric Big Blue 400 KX manual Generator Power Guidelines, Selecting Equipment

Contents

Processes OM-4423 215 178NDescription File Engine Drive From Miller to You Table of Contents − Maintenance & Troubleshooting 8-1. Routine Maintenance Decrot6/05 DirectivesStandards Decrotsound1/05 Sound Level Information Arc Welding Hazards Symbol Usage Engine Hazards Compressed Air Hazards California Proposition 65 Warnings Principal Safety StandardsEMF Information Radiation can cause interference − Consignes DE Sécurité − Lire Avant Utilisation Signification des symbolesUN Choc Électrique peut tuer LES Fumées ET LES GAZ peuvent être dangereux DES Particules Volantes peuvent blesser les yeux LE Soudage peut provoquer un in- cendie ou une explosionDES Pièces Chaudes peuvent provoquer des brûlures graves LE Bruit peut affecter l’ouïe ’EMPLOI Excessif peut ’AIR Comprimé peut provoquer des blessuresLE Surchauffement peut endom- mager le moteur électrique LES Étincelles Volantes risquent de provoquer des blessures Pour les moteurs à essence LE Soudage À L’ARC risque de provoquer des interférencesPour les moteurs diesel Boulevard, Rexdale, Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3 téléphone Std − Definitions− 50 h Std Manufacturer’s Rating Label Symbols And Definitions Dimensions, Weights, And Operating Angles − SpecificationsWeld, Power, And Engine Specifications MIG Mode Stick ModeTIG Mode Volt-Ampere Curves Exceeding duty cycle can damage unit and void warranty Curve shows typical fuel use under weld or power loadsFuel Consumption Duty Cycle And Overheating Ac power curve shows the gen- erator power in amperes AC Generator Power Curve Installing Welding Generator − Installation Mounting Welding Generator Stop engine and let cool Installing Exhaust PipeTools Needed 1/2 Connecting The Battery Activating The Dry Charge Battery If ApplicableDo not overfill battery cells Connect Negative − Cable Last Engine Prestart Checks Coolant Recovery TankFuel Do not use gasoline. Gasoline will damage engine Oil Stick and TIG Welding Connecting To Weld Output TerminalsMIG and Fcaw Welding Stop engine 150 ft 200 ft 250 ft Selecting Weld Cable Sizes350 ft 400 ft 45 m 60 m 70 m 90 m 105 m 120 m Stop engine before Socket Connecting To Remote 14 Receptacle RC14 Stop Front Panel Controls See Section Description Of Front Panel Controls See Section Process/Contactor Switch Settings Process/Contactor Switch On CC/CV Models Lift-Arc Start Method Touch Lift-ArcStart ProcedureDo not Strike Like a Match Lift-Arc t TIG Remote Voltage/Amperage Control Volt Receptacles − Operating Auxiliary Equipment Routine Maintenance − Maintenance & Troubleshooting Maintenance Label By the warranty Servicing Air CleanerTo clean air filter Do not clean housing with air hose Servicing Engine Cooling System Inspecting And Cleaning Spark Arrestor MufflerStop engine and let cool. Reinstall cleanout plug Maximum Adjusting Engine Speed On Standard Models Stop engine and let cool After servicing, start engine Servicing Fuel And Lubrication SystemsTo change oil and filter To replace primary canister fuel filter Overload Protection Press button to reset breaker Replace Damaged Brushes Checking Generator Brushes Help 25 Display Voltmeter/Ammeter Help DisplaysHelp 20 Display Welding TroubleshootingStandard Generator Power Engine Check for obstructed throttle solenoid Circuit Diagram For Welding Generator − Electrical Diagrams 221 499-B Welding Generator − RUN-IN ProcedureWetstacking Procedure at less than Run-In Procedure Using Load BankStop engine Do not touch hot exhaust From flammables Do not Perform Bank/grid Run-In Procedure Using Resistance GridFrom flammables Do not perform run-in Grounding Generator To Truck Or Trailer Frame − Generator Power GuidelinesSelecting Equipment How Much Power Does Equipment Require? Grounding When Supplying Building SystemsEarth ground if supplying Amperes x Volts = Watts Approximate Power Requirements For Farm/Home Equipment Approximate Power Requirements For Industrial MotorsIndustrial Motors Rating Starting Watts Running Watts Farm/Home Equipment Rating Starting Watts Running Watts Contractor Rating Starting Watts Running Watts Approximate Power Requirements For Contractor Equipment How Much Power Can Generator Supply? Power Required To Start MotorSingle-Phase Induction Motor Starting Requirements KVA/HP x HP x 1000 = Starting Amperage Typical Connections To Supply Standby Power Current Load Watts Amperes Selecting Extension Cord Use Shortest Cord Possible 103 − −5 104 − −3 96− −2 102 101 100 − Parts List 3031 5756 71− −4 Dia Part Description Quantity Mkgs Dia Part Description Quantity 213600 Panel, Front w/Components -1Item Panel, Front w/Components FUEL/HM Control Panel Generator -1Item Generator Rectifier Assembly Wiring Harnesses Support ServiceYour distributor also gives Miller Electric Mfg. Co To locate a Distributor or Service Agency visitFor assistance in filing or settling claims, contact Your distributor and/or equipment manufacturer’s