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MIG 200 AMP WELDER MIG 200 AMP WELDER MIG 200 AMP WELDER
MIG 200 AMP WELDER MIG 200 AMP WELDER
03664
ASSEMBLY AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Specifications IN TEM DESCRIPTIO WC elding Current 30 ~ 200 amps A Wr elding Capacity For welding 24 gauge metal and thicke Duty Cycle 100% at 120 amps; 40% at 150 amps; 25% at 200 amps Pz ower Consumption 220 VAC, 12 amps at 60 H OA pen Voltage 23V at 120A; 25V at 150A; 28V at 200 He eat Control 30 ~ 200 amps, variabl Gp round Cable 8 feet with heavy duty grounding clam Tt orch Power Cable 8 fee Power Cord 3-core, double insulated, 12 AWG, U.L. approved Thermal Overload with Light Automatic shu
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8. Use the right tool for the job. Do not attempt to force a small tool or attachment to do the work of a larger industrial tool. There are certain applications for which this tool was designed. Do not modify this tool and do not use this tool for a purpose for which it was not intended. 9. Use eye and ear protection. Always wear ANSI approved, arc shaded, impact safety full face shield (not included) when arc welding. Wear an ANSI approved dust mask or respirator when working around metal, ch
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21. Pacemaker safety warning. People with pacemakers should consult with their physician(s) before using this product; operation of equipment in close proximity to a heart pacemaker could cause interference or failure of the pacemaker. 22. Use tools with both hands when required. Many tools such as chain saws, drills, routers, and welders, etc., require the use of both hands when operating. This helps maintain tool stability and keeps hands away from the working area of the tool. Note: Performa
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3. Avoid eye and body damage. Arc rays and infrared radiation can injure eyes and burn skin. Wear ANSI approved arc shaded, impact safety full face shield and body protection. Do not allow viewing by visitors without proper eye and body protection. 4. Know proper arc welding practices. Read and understand the manufacturer’s instructions, and well as your employer’s safety practices for arc welding. 5. Connect only to a code approved power source. Connect only to a grounding power source confo
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Cable Strain Relief Wire Tension Control and Lock Bracket “A” Current Collector (with Wire Routing Housing) Square Feed Control Connector “C” Wheel Gas Tube Wire Routing Outlet “B” Housing Receptacle “D” 3. Attach the Current Collector (with Wire Routing Housing) to Bracket “A” and tighten. Refer to photos above. 4. Press the white Gas Tube onto the black outlet “B”. 5. Plug the white tube Square Connector “C” into the matching receptacle “D”. 6. Wind (or place) the welding wire onto the Wire Sp
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Warning: The Torch Handle is now active. Do not touch anything grounded while per- forming the next step. 11. While holding the Torch Handle away from any grounding points, press and hold the Trigger Switch to begin feeding the welding wire through the Torch Cable until it reaches the Torch Head. Turn the Wire Feed Speed Control clockwise to increase the wire feed. If the wire is not feeding properly, It may also be necessary to increase the tension of the Wire Tension Control knob by turning it
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Welding Warning: Before arc welding, read and understand all safety precautions and warnings listed on pages 2 through 5. 1. Connect and secure the Argon/CO gas hose to the rear of the MIG Welder. 2 2. Securely clamp the Ground Cable Clamp as close as possible to the metal object to be welded, or to the metal work bench where the object is mounted and electrically connected. 3. Set the Welding Current Adjustment Knob ( 30~200 Amps) to the desired current setting for the type of metal being welde
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Note: If too much current is drawn from the MIG Welder, the Thermal Overload protector will activate, the red Overheating indicator will light, and the Arc Welder will turn off until it cools down. If this happens, turn the Power Switch to the OFF (0) position and wait about 3 ~ 5 minutes. 10. When the weld is complete, lift the Torch Handle electrode wire clearly away from any grounded object, lift your Face Shield, and turn the Power Switch to the OFF (0) position. 11. Unplug the Power Cord f
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Assembly Diagram NOTE: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not available individually as replacement parts. This diagram and the parts list that preceded it show the major components of this unit and are not comprehensive. Part 45 - Welding Wire - not shown. REV 06/05 SKU 03664 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Page 10
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Schematic Diagram PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER NOR 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 REPLACEMENTS
