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240-8514

75Amp Inverter Arc Welder

Owner’s Manual

SPECIFICATIONS

Electrical Input

120 V~ / 60 Hz / 20 A Power Cord: 12 Gauge With 3-Prong Plug

Thermal Overload Protection

Electrode Sizes

1/16” - 3/32” (1.6mm) - (2.5mm)

Duty Cycles

25%@75A 60%@50A 100%@40A

Electrode Cable

6 Gauge x 5’5” Long

Ground Clamp Cable

6 Gauge x 5’ Long

Overall Dimensions

9-1/2” x 5-5/8” x 3-3/4”

Additional Features

Amber Temperature Warning Light

Welding Capacity

6 Gauge Steel

Summary of Contents for 240-8514

Page 1: ...e With 3 Prong Plug Thermal Overload Protection Electrode Sizes 1 16 3 32 1 6mm 2 5mm Duty Cycles 25 75A 60 50A 100 40A Electrode Cable 6 Gauge x 5 5 Long Ground Clamp Cable 6 Gauge x 5 Long Overall D...

Page 2: ...l Arc Welding SMAW ct current Revolutions or reciprocations per minute WARNING Some of the following symbols may appear on the machine Study these symbols and learn their meaning Proper interpretation...

Page 3: ...k area from debris such as chips and sparks Provide barriers or shields as needed ALWAYS ensure that there is full free air circulating around the outer casing of the machine and that the panels are u...

Page 4: ...ric shock if your body Do not expose power tools to rain 4 or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock Do not abuse the power cord 5 Never use the power cord...

Page 5: ...ly shaded welding helmet Respirator leather work shoes with rubber soles hard hat or hearing protection must be used for appro priate conditions TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT GROU...

Page 6: ...ITH TWO PRONG PLUGS 1 Tools marked Double Insulated do not req uire grounding They have a special double insulation system which satisfies OSHA requir ements and complies with the applicable standards...

Page 7: ...5 outdoors make sure it is marked with the suffix W A W in Canada to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use Make sure the extension cord is properly wired and in 6 good electrical condition Always...

Page 8: ...currrent setting knob Fig 1 2 Power light Green 3 Thermal overload indicator light Yellow 4 Positive quick connector 5 Negative quick connector 6 Power cord 7 Welding cable with electrode holder 8 Gro...

Page 9: ...ectrode Replace the electrode as needed to complete the job 6 If necessary adjust the welding current setting knob to increase or decrease the electrical current output to achieve the desired performa...

Page 10: ...lder cools down It will restart automatically once the yellow light is off and you may continue your welding work NOTE The Inverter Arc Welder is equipped with an automatic Hot Start This feature mome...

Page 11: ...hich the work piece is placed and that the point of attachment is clean from rust paint or any other material that would insulate the connection The Inverter Arc Welder is not 3 working and the overlo...

Page 12: ...repair or replace electrical parts on this Inverter Arc Welder may create a safety hazard unless repairs are performed by a qualified technician For more information call the toll free helpline at 1...

Page 13: ...13 EXPLODED VIEW 26 22 24 20 13 12 10 21 5 3 2 25 1 4 6 11 15 14 16 18 17 19 7 23 8...

Page 14: ...ies 2 shall be void if this tool is used for commercial and or rental purposes and 3 does not cover any losses injuries to persons property or costs This warranty does give you specific legal rights a...