Metal Man FC130i, Owner'S Manual

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Welding Cable and Torch
The welding wire is driven through the welding cable and torch to the work piece. It is attached to
the drive system; the gun trigger activates the drive motor.
Power Indicator
When the machine is turned on, the power indicator will be on.
Alarm Indicator
When the thermal indictor is on, it shows the machine is overloaded and the internal temperature is
too high. Weld output will turn off automatically, but the fan will still be working. When the internal
temperature is decreased, the overload light will turn off and the machine will be ready to weld.
Power Cord
The power cord connects the welder to the 120 volt power supply. Plug the 23 amp plug into a 120
volt/20 amp receptacle to supply power to the welder.
ASSEMBLY
INSTALLING THE HANDLE
1. Line up the holes in the handles with the holes on the top of the welder.
2. Place a lock washer then a washer onto the welder handle screws.
3. Insert screws with the washers through the holes on the welder handle and into the top of the
welder and tighten.
INSTALLATION
Electrical Shock
• High voltage danger from power source! Consult a qualified electrician for proper
installation of receptacle. This welder must be grounded while in use to protect the operator
from electrical shock.
• Do not remove grounding prong or alter the plug in any way. Use only the supplied plug
between the welder
’s power cord and the power source receptacle. Make sure the POWER
switch is OFF when connecting your welder
’s power cord directly to a properly grounded
120 VAC, 60 Hz, single phase, 20 amp input power supply.
1. POWER REQUIREMENT 120V - AC single phase 120V (110-130V) 50/60 Hz fused with a 20
amp time delayed fuse or circuit breaker is required. DO NOT OPERATE THIS UNIT if the
ACTUAL power source voltage is less than 110 volts AC or greater than 130 volts AC.
2. EXTENSION CORD - We do not recommend an extension cord because of the voltage drop
they produce. This drop in voltage can affect the performance of the welder. If you need to use
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