Northern Industrial Tools 164612 manual Setup/Assembly, Illustration Of Complete Assembly

4.3 Illustration Of Complete Assembly

5. Setup/Assembly

ATTENTION: The protection class of the MIG 175 Portable Wire Feed Welder is IP21S. Do not insert any object that is less than 12.5 mm (especially a metal bar) into the welder. The case is not designed to be stood on or to have heavy objects placed on top of it.

WARNING! Do not switch voltage while welding. Only the operator should adjust the welding parameters.

WARNING! The welder must be grounded before using. Do not remove the ground earth clamp while welding or you may get an electric shock. When multiple welders are using a common grounding device, they must have a parallel connection and must not connect in series. The welder’s ground cable sectional area should not be smaller than the input power cable.

Weld only in areas free from dust, chemicals, flammable or explosive gases and other similar substances.

This welder is designed for use and storage indoors or in a covered area at 10°F–105°F. If used outside, unit should not be exposed to rain or high humidity.

Only weld in a well-ventilated area where smoke and fumes can be avoided. Use a smoke ventilation device if necessary.

5.1 Electrical Power

*Plug in power cord to a 230 Volt 15 amp circuit..

5.2 Shielding Gas Connection.

*Read Gas Bottle Safety Section on proper care and handling of compressed gases.

*Install regulator to gas bottle and connect the gas line between the regulator and the gas solenoid valve found in the back of the welder.

*Secure gas hose with clamps to ensure there are no leaks.

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