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DENT REPAIR STUD WELDER
Model 08878
ASSEMbLy AND OPERATION INSTRUcTIONS
Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein.
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SPEcIfIcATIONS Welding Process Resistance Weld Power Requirements 120 V, 60 Hz, ~40 A Peak Circuit Requirement 20 A Switch Push Button Power Cord 14 AWG x 3C / 3 prong grounded plug Features: High power low heat transformer with resettable safety breaker/ 2 lb. Slide Hammer, 100 0.078” (2mm) copper studs SAVE THIS MANUAL You will need this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly, operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures, parts list and assembly diagram. K
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with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded. If the tools should electrically malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry electricity away from the user. 2. Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not fit, contact a
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6. Use safety equipment. Always wear eye protection. Dust mask, nonskid safe- ty shoes, hard hat, or hearing protection must be used for appropriate conditions. TOOL USE AND cARE 1. Use clamps (not included) or other practical ways to secure and support the workpiece to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand or against your body is unstable and may lead to loss of control. 2. Do not force the tool. Use the correct tool for your application. The correct tool will do the job better an
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SPEcIfIc SAfETy RULES 1. Maintain labels and nameplates on the Stud Welder. These carry important infor- mation. If unreadable or missing, contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement. Inhalation Hazard Welding/Plasma c utting Produces TOxIc f UMES and g ASSES. Exposure to welding or cutting gasses can increase the risk of developing certain cancers, such as cancer of the larynx and lung cancer. Also, some diseases that may be linked to exposure to welding or plasma cutting gasses or fu
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and outlet should look like those in the following illustration. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.) ExTENSION cORDS 1. Grounded tools require a three wire extension cord. Double Insulated tools can use either a two or three wire extension cord. 2. As the distance from the supply outlet increases, you must use a heavier gauge extension cord. Only use a single 2’ - 0’ 10 gauge cord or a single 2’ or less 12 gauge cord with this tool. Using extension cords with inadequately sized wire causes
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INSPEcTION, MAINTENANcE, AND cLEANINg 1. WARNINg! Make sure the tool is unplugged from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection, maintenance, or cleaning procedures. 2. bEfORE EAcH USE, inspect the general condition of the Stud Welder. Check for loose screws, misalignment or binding of moving parts, cracked or broken parts, damaged electrical wiring, and any other condition that may affect its safe operation. If abnormal noise or vibration occurs, have the problem corrected
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PARTS LIST Part Description Q’ty Part Description Q’ty 1 Insulator Sleeve 1 17 Trigger 1 2 Nut 2 18 Trigger Boot 1 3 Washer 2 19 Screw 2 4 Nut 2 20 Circuit Breaker Reset 1 Split Lock Washer 2 21 Insulator F.R.P. 1 6 Braided Strap 1 22 Screw 1 7 Screw 6 23 Stud Electrode 1 8 Case (right) 1 24 Sliding Electrode 1 9 Washer 4 2 Spring 1 10 Screw 1 26 Electrode Assembly 1 11 Transformer 1 27 Wire Assembly 1 12 Insulator 1 28 Wire Assembly 1 13 Nut 8 29 Terminal 1 14 Case (left) 1 30 Split Washer 1
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PLEASE READ THE fOLLOWINg cAREfULL y THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEM- BLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS qUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS qUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR ExPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLAC
