5
2.5
300
600
1000
600
375
250
5
600
1200
500
300
200
125
7.5
900
1800
350
200
125
100
10
1200
2400
250
150
100
50
15
1800
3600
150
100
65
20
2400
4800
175 125
75
50
25
3000
6000
150
100
60
30
3600
7200
125
65
40
4800
9600
90
Amps
Watts
Watts
#8
#10
#12
#14
#16
120 V
240 V
Wire
Wire
Wire
Wire
Wire
TABLE 2 - EXTENSION CORDS
MAXIMUM RECOMMENDED LENGTHS (IN FEET)
NOTE:
Power draw can be calculated
by multiplying volts and amps. The
resulting number is wattage.
Never exceed the posted maximum
wattage for the welder/generator or any
individual receptacle. Refer to owner's
manuals and product tags to determine
the wattage of all electrical load devices.
If actual watt ratings are not available,
the Power Usage Chart, see Table 1,
may be used as a general guideline.
Remember that devices which generate
heat during operation such as heaters,
incandescent light bulbs, motors and
hair dryers have a higher power draw
than devices which generate little heat
during operation such as florescent
bulbs, radios, and clocks.
Long power cords and extension cords
also draw additional power. Keep cords
at minimum possible length.
Refer to Table 2 for maximum limits for
lengths of extension cords.
8. Circuit protection is provided by a
circuit breaker. The circuit breaker
opens when the welder/generator
load exceeds its maximum capacity or
a short circuit occurs. If the circuit
breaker opens, perform the following
procedures to correct the problem:
a. Shut off and disconnect all
electrical loads.
b. Attempt to determine the cause
of the electrical problem -
overloading or short circuit.
c. Do not use any devices that have
short circuits. Avoid overloading
the welder/generator.
d. Press the circuit breaker
pushbutton to reset the circuit
breaker.
Repeated cycling
of the circuit
breaker indicates a problem and may
cause damage to the welder/generator
or load devices. Do not operate the
welder/generator if repeated cycling of
the circuit breaker occurs.
Installation for Stand-by Use
Precautions must be taken to prevent
electrical back feeding into utility
systems. This requires isolation of the
electrical system. To isolate the
electrical system, perform the following
procedures:
1. Turn off the main electrical system
switch prior to connecting the
welder/generator.
2. In accordance with national and
local standards, a double throw
transfer switch must be installed in
the system.
Always shut off
main power prior
to temporary connection of the
welder/generator to a building
electrical system.
!
WARNING
!
CAUTION
Installation of the
welder/generator
as a backup electrical source must be
performed by a qualified (licensed or
certified) electrical technician.
(FRONT PANEL SWITCH MUST BE SET
TO THE WELDING POSITION)
Welding Lead Assemblies
Welding leads assemblies are not
included with all units. Use copper
welding cables in the size specified in
Table 3.
GROUND CLAMP (SEE FIGURE 1)
1. Strip 1/2” of insulation from the end
of one of the welding cables.
2. Loosen hex nuts on work clamp.
3. Insert the end of the welding cable
through clamp handle and slide the
bare wire under the clamp block.
4. Tighten the hex nuts, securing the
cable in place.
ELECTRODE HOLDER (SEE FIGURE 2)
1. Strip 1” of insulation from the end
of the other welding cable.
Separate the strands of the cable
into two sections and twist.
2. Loosen the setscrew a few turns.
Do
not remove it completely
. Pull
the insulated handle off of the
electrode holder, and slide it over
the welding cable.
!
WARNING
Generator Operations
(Continued)
Welder Operations
Welder/Generator
Figure 1 - Work Clamp Assembly
Figure 2 - Electrode Holder Assembly
Shim
Cable Bolt
Welding
Cable
Electrode
Holder
Set Screw
Handle
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