Miller Blue Thunder 253 Owner'S Manual Download Page 35

milan_warr 2007−01

Effective January 1, 2007

This limited warranty supersedes all previous Miller warranties and is exclusive with no other

guarantees or warranties expressed or implied.

LIMITED WARRANTY − Subject to the terms and conditions
below, ITW Welding Products Italy warrants to its original retail
purchaser that new Miller equipment sold after the effective date
of this limited warranty is free of defects in material and
workmanship at the time it is shipped by Miller. THIS
WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.

Within the warranty periods listed below, Miller will repair or
replace any warranted parts or components that fail due to such
defects in material or workmanship. Miller must be notified in
writing within thirty (30) days of such defect or failure, at which
time Miller will provide instructions on the warranty claim
procedures to be followed.

Miller shall honor warranty claims on warranted equipment listed
below in the event of such a failure within the warranty time
periods. All warranty time periods start on the date the
equipment was delivered to the original retail purchaser or one
year after the equipment is sent to a European distributor or
eighteen months after the equipment is shipped to an
International distributor.

1.

5 Years Parts — 3 Years Labor

*

Original main power rectifiers

*

Inverters (Input and Output Rectifiers Only)

2.

3 Years — Parts and Labor

*

Transformer/Rectifier Power Sources

*

Plasma Arc Cutting Power Sources

*

Semi-Automatic and Automatic Wire Feeders

*

Inverter Power Sources (Unless Otherwise Stated)

*

Water Coolant Systems (Integrated)

*

Intellitig

*

Maxstar 150

*

Engine Driven Welding Generators except Panther
(NOTE: Engines are warranted separately by the
engine manufacturer.)

3.

2 Years — Parts and Labor

*

Hydramate 1 & 2 Water Cooling Unit

*

Motor Driven Guns (w/exception of Spoolmate
Spoolguns)

*

Process Controllers

*

Positioners and Controllers

*

Automatic Motion Devices

*

RFCS Foot Controls

*

IHPS Power Sources and Coolers

*

Water Coolant Systems (Non-Integrated)

*

Flowgauge and Flowmeter Regulators (No Labor)

*

HF Units, Including HFP-14 Pendant

*

Grids

*

Spot Welders

*

Load Banks

*

Arc Stud Power Sources & Arc Stud Guns

*

Running Gear/Trailers

*

Plasma Cutting Torches (except APT & SAF
Models)

*

Field Options
(NOTE: Field options are covered under True Blue

®

for the remaining warranty period of the product they
are installed in, or for a minimum of one year —
whichever is greater.)

4.

1 Year — Parts and Labor Unless Specified

*

DC 253 & 403 Rectifier (April 06>)

*

Migmatic 171 (April 06>)

5.

6 Months — Batteries

6.

90 Days — Parts

*

MIG Guns/TIG Torches

*

Induction Heating Coils and Blankets

*

APT Model Plasma Cutting Torches

*

Remote Controls

*

Accessory (Kits)

*

Replacement Parts (No labor)

*

Spoolmate Spoolguns

*

Canvas Covers

Miller’s True Blue

®

 Limited Warranty shall not apply to:

1.

Consumable components; such as contact tips,
cutting nozzles, contactors, brushes, slip rings, relays
or parts that fail due to normal wear.

2.

Items furnished by Miller, but manufactured by others, such
as engines or trade accessories. These items are covered
by the manufacturer’s warranty, if any.

3.

Equipment that has been modified by any party other than
Miller, or equipment that has been improperly installed,
improperly operated or misused based upon industry
standards, or equipment which has not had reasonable and
necessary maintenance, or equipment which has been
used for operation outside of the specifications for the
equipment.

MILLER PRODUCTS ARE INTENDED FOR PURCHASE AND
USE BY COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL USERS AND PERSONS
TRAINED AND EXPERIENCED IN THE USE AND
MAINTENANCE OF WELDING EQUIPMENT.

In the event of a warranty claim covered by this warranty, the
exclusive remedies shall be, at Miller’s option: (1) repair; or (2)
replacement; or, where authorized in writing by Miller in
appropriate cases, (3) the reasonable cost of repair or
replacement at an authorized Miller service station; or (4)
payment of or credit for the purchase price (less reasonable
depreciation based upon actual use) upon return of the goods at
customer’s risk and expense. Miller’s option of repair or
replacement will be F.O.B., Factory at ITW Welding Products
Group Europe or F.O.B. at a Miller authorized service facility as
determined by Miller. Therefore no compensation or
reimbursement for transportation costs of any kind will be
allowed.

TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE REMEDIES
PROVIDED HEREIN ARE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE
REMEDIES. IN NO EVENT SHALL MILLER BE LIABLE FOR
DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR
CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOSS OF
PROFIT), WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT OR ANY
OTHER LEGAL THEORY.

ANY EXPRESS WARRANTY NOT PROVIDED HEREIN AND
ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY, GUARANTY OR
REPRESENTATION AS TO PERFORMANCE, AND ANY
REMEDY FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT TORT OR ANY
OTHER LEGAL THEORY WHICH, BUT FOR THIS
PROVISION, MIGHT ARISE BY IMPLICATION, OPERATION
OF LAW, CUSTOM OF TRADE OR COURSE OF DEALING,
INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL EQUIPMENT
FURNISHED BY MILLER IS EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED
BY MILLER.

 

Summary of Contents for Blue Thunder 253

Page 1: ...Processes Blue Thunder Series OM 233 381C 2007 09 Description Arc Welding Power Source Stick SMAW Welding Models 253 343 403 443 Visit our website at www MillerWelds com...

Page 2: ...inue the tradition They re just as committed to providing equipment and service that meets the high standards of quality and value established in 1929 This Owner s Manual is designed to help you get t...

Page 3: ...anufacturer s Rating Label 7 2 4 Symbols And Definitions 8 SECTION 3 INSTALLATION 9 3 1 Specifications 9 3 2 Volt Ampere Curves 9 3 3 Duty Cycle and Overheating 10 3 4 Selecting A Location 11 3 5 Tipp...

Page 4: ...at this product Blue Thunder 253 343 403 443 conforms to the following Directives and Standards Directives Low Voltage Directive 73 23 EEC 2006 95 EC Electromagnetic Compatibility Directives 89 336 EE...

Page 5: ...affolds when in cramped positions such as sitting kneeling or lying or when there is a high risk of unavoid able or accidental contact with the workpiece or ground For these conditions use the followi...

Page 6: ...pes unless they are properly prepared according to AWS F4 1 see Safety Standards Do not weld where the atmosphere may contain flammable dust gas or liquid vapors such as gasoline Connect work cable to...

Page 7: ...s Keep all doors panels covers and guards closed and securely in place Have only qualified persons remove doors panels covers or guards for maintenance as necessary Reinstall doors panels covers or gu...

Page 8: ...York NY 10036 8002 phone 212 642 4900 website www ansi org Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding Cutting and Other Hot Work NFPA Standard 51B from National Fire Protection Association P O Box 91...

Page 9: ...Keep your head out of the fumes 2 2 Use forced ventilation or local exhaust to remove the fumes 2 3 Use ventilating fan to remove fumes 3 Welding sparks can cause explosion or fire 3 1 Keep flammable...

Page 10: ...procedures 3 Move jumper links as shown on inside label to match voltage at job site 4 Having a loop of extra length connect grounding conductor first 5 Connect line input conductors as shown on insid...

Page 11: ...OM 233 381 Page 7 2 3 Manufacturer s Rating Label...

Page 12: ...ve Earth Ground Output Supplementary Protector Off On V Volts Shielded Metal Arc Welding SMAW Input Remote Constant Current CC X Duty Cycle I1 Rated Supply Current Three Phase Transformer Rectifier U0...

Page 13: ...x 410 x 650 403 400 A 36 Volts DC 35 Duty Cycle 60 400 A 66 73 V IP22 73 A 42 A 28 23 115 kg 980 x 410 x 650 443 420 A 36 8 Volts DC 45 Duty Cycle 60 420 A 78 V IP22 80 A 47 A 47 A 34 A 32 26 175 kg 1...

Page 14: ...Resting 3 5 Minutes Welding 6 5 Minutes Resting Overheating 0 15 A or V OR Reduce Duty Cycle Minutes 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 80 90100 35 250 200 150 100 50 Rated Output 300 20 25 30 40 50 60 70 80 90100...

Page 15: ...el Use rating label to determine input power needs 4 Line Disconnect Device Locate unit near correct input pow er supply Special installation may be required where gasoline or volatile liquids are pre...

Page 16: ...terminals Do not use worn dam aged undersized or poorly spliced cables Welding Amperes 10 60 Duty Cycle 60 100 Duty Cycle 10 100 Duty Cycle poorly spliced cables 100 20 20 20 25 35 50 50 50 150 25 25...

Page 17: ...125 60 70 70 50 Min Input Conductor Size In AWG 4 10 14 8 10 12 12 8 10 6 8 10 10 Max Recommended Input Conductor Length In Feet Meters 106 32 127 39 107 33 193 59 130 40 220 67 84 25 168 51 114 35 2...

Page 18: ...NOTICE Verify jumper links match input voltage see Section 3 8 See rating label on unit and check input voltage available at site 1 Disconnect Device switch shown in OFF position 2 Disconnect Device...

Page 19: ...ng Current Indicator 2 Weld Current Control 3 Positive Weld Terminal 4 Negative Weld Terminal 5 Power On Off Switch 6 Power On Pilot Light 804 944 1 2 3 4 5 6 Notes Work like a Pro Pros weld and cut s...

Page 20: ...ent of fan If fan does not run freely replace fan motor Erratic or improper weld output Clean and tighten all weld cable connections Check for proper size and type of cable see Section 3 6 Check for p...

Page 21: ...OM 233 381 Page 17 SECTION 6 ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS S9215019 Figure 6 1 Circuit Diagram For Blue Thunder 253...

Page 22: ...OM 233 381 Page 18 S9215018 Figure 6 2 Circuit Diagram For Blue Thunder 343 And 443 Models 380 520 V...

Page 23: ...OM 233 381 Page 19 S9215023 Figure 6 3 Circuit Diagram For Blue Thunder 343 And 443 Models 230 400 V...

Page 24: ...OM 233 381 Page 20 S9215020 Figure 6 4 Circuit Diagram For Blue Thunder 403...

Page 25: ...OM 233 381 Page 21 Notes Work like a Pro Pros weld and cut safely Read the safety rules at the beginning of this manual...

Page 26: ...e 22 SECTION 7 PARTS LIST Hardware is common and not available unless listed 9 8 7 6 5 31 30 27 4 3 1 28 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 37 18 17 36 35 16 14 15 32 33 12 11 10 34 13 804 964 26 2 29 Figure 7 1 Bl...

Page 27: ...1 20 056054056 Wheel Rear Fixed 2 21 156023157 Wheel Retaining Clip 2 22 056054058 Pivoting Wheel 2 23 156118007 Base 1 24 256071008 Primary Input Cable 1 25 656089026 Cable Clamp Hole D 30 1 26 15611...

Page 28: ...381 Page 24 Hardware is common and not available unless listed 9 8 7 6 5 31 32 33 4 27 3 1 34 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 39 18 17 38 37 16 13 14 15 30 28 12 11 10 36 29 804 963 2 35 Figure 7 2 Blue Thund...

Page 29: ...se Socket 50 Sqmm Cx31 2 19 156012079 Axle 1 20 056054056 Wheel Rear Fixed 2 21 156023157 Wheel Retaining Clip 2 22 056054058 Pivoting Wheel 2 23 156118007 Base 1 24 057014053 Primary Input Cable 4 x...

Page 30: ...381 Page 26 Hardware is common and not available unless listed 804 963 9 8 7 6 5 31 31 32 4 27 3 1 33 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 38 18 17 37 36 16 13 14 15 30 28 12 11 10 35 29 2 34 Figure 7 3 Blue Thund...

Page 31: ...Wheel Rear Fixed 2 21 156023157 Wheel Retaining Clip 2 22 056054058 Pivoting Wheel 2 23 156118007 Base 1 24 057014054 Primary Input Cable 4 x 6 M4 1 25 656089026 Cable Clamp Hole D 30 1 26 156118049 P...

Page 32: ...381 Page 28 Hardware is common and not available unless listed 1 3 36 34 4 9 8 7 6 5 31 27 26 25 24 23 22 21 20 19 39 18 17 38 37 16 10 11 12 13 14 15 30 28 32 33 804 962 29 2 35 Figure 7 4 Blue Thund...

Page 33: ...inse Socket 50 Sqmm Cx31 2 19 156012080 Axle D 25 L 619 1 20 056054057 Wheel Rear Fixed 2 21 156023156 Wheel Retaining Clip 2 22 056054059 Pivoting Wheel D 125 2 23 156118008 Base 1 24 057014054 Prima...

Page 34: ...Notes Work like a Pro Pros weld and cut safely Read the safety rules at the beginning of this manual...

Page 35: ...r whichever is greater 4 1 Year Parts and Labor Unless Specified DC 253 403 Rectifier April 06 Migmatic 171 April 06 5 6 Months Batteries 6 90 Days Parts MIG Guns TIG Torches Induction Heating Coils a...

Page 36: ...stal Code Please complete and retain with your personal records Owner s Record Always provide Model Name and Serial Style Number Contact a DISTRIBUTOR or SERVICE AGENCY near you Welding Supplies and C...

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