AIM Hybrid Pulse MIG Welder -HPM-350-HD
A
IM MIG OWNER’S MANUAL Rev. 2019
:
| The Battery Charge Status reading must be between
25.0 and 28.5 Volts
6
FIRST TIME USE
IMPORTANT---BEFORE YOU USE THE UNIT
—
CHARGE IT!
The Battery Charge Status reading must be between 25.0 and 28.5
Volts
CHARGING THE UNIT
Upon receiving you’re
A.I.M.
equipment, you
must
charge
the unit before operating.
1.
If batteries have not been provided from the factory, proper batteries must be
installed (see battery specification). See Figure #1 for proper battery position
2.
The HPM 350-HD requires AGM/Spill proof batteries. Do not use flooded wet
batteries
3.
Carefully connect battery terminals as shown.
4.
Connect the Battery Charger-Battery twist lock plugs
5.
Check/Connect the Charger Power plug
6.
Connect the Welder/Charger System to a 110V-15Amp AC power supply
The
HPM-350-HD
is a battery-operated unit that comes with a specially designed
charger to ensure the power needed to operate the machine.
The
A.I.M
. charger is designed to automatically regulate the battery voltage level and
should be charging when the machine is not in use. However, you may unplug the
charger unit for an extended period as long as you plug the unit in at least one hour
before operation. Periodic maintenance charging is required to maintain the batteries
and extend battery life. Batteries need to be brought to full charge at least once per
week. Refer to battery manufacturer recommendations if storing the machine for
extended periods.
Battery Specification;
Replacement batteries must meet the following requirements.
12V Group 31 or Group 65 AGM Batteries with 950 Cold Cranking Amp Rating or
Better
Two (2) Batteries are required, when batteries need replacing, both batteries should be
replaced at the same time with matching batteries.
Extended Storage:
•
Consult battery manufacturer recommendation for extended storage of the
batteries.
•
For extended storage disconnect the batteries and/or remove them from the
welder
