Miller Electric PipePro 304 manual Run-In Procedure Using Resistance Grid, From flammables

10-3. Run-In Procedure Using Resistance Grid

! Stop engine.

! Do not touch hot exhaust pipe, engine parts, or load

bank/grid.

6			!	Keep exhaust and pipe away
				from flammables.
	2		NOTICE − Do not perform run-in
			procedure at less than 20 volts weld
			output and do not exceed duty
			cycle or equipment damage may
			occur.
			1	Resistance Grid
			Use grid sized for generator rated
		1	output.
			Turn Off grid.
			2	Welding Generator
			3	Weld Cables
			Connect grid to generator weld
			output terminals using proper size
			weld cables with correct connec-
			tors (polarity is not important).
			4	Voltmeter
			5 Clamp-On Ammeter
			Connect voltmeter and ammeter as
			shown, if not provided on generator.
			Start engine and run for several
			minutes.
			Set grid switches and then adjust
3	5		generator V/A control so load
			equals 225 amps at 30 volts.
			Check generator and meters after
			first five minutes then every fifteen
			minutes to be sure generator is
			loaded properly.
4			. Check oil level frequently dur-
				ing run-in; add oil if needed.

It is recommended to run the weld- ing generator for two hours mini-

+mum and up to four hours under load. Place V/A control in minimum position, then shut down grid to remove load. Run engine several minutes at no load.

! Stop engine and let cool.

6 Engine Exhaust Pipe

Repeat procedure if wetstacking is present.

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