Arc welding power source and wire feeder (44 pages)
Summary of Contents for Miller MigMatic 300
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OM-251958F 2018-02 Processes MIG (GMAW) Welding Flux Cored (FCAW) Welding Description Arc Welding Power Source Wire Feeder MigMatic 300/380 And DX OWNER’S MANUAL File: MIG (GMAW) For product information, Owner’s Manual translations, and more, visit www.MillerWelds.com...
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From Miller to You Thank you and congratulations on choosing Miller. Now you can get the job done and get it done right. We know you don’t have time to do it any other way. That’s why when Niels Miller first started building arc welders in 1929, he made sure his products offered long-lasting value and superior quality.
SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING som 2018−01 Protect yourself and others from injury — read, follow, and save these important safety precautions and operating instructions. 1-1. Symbol Usage DANGER! − Indicates a hazardous situation which, if Indicates special instructions.
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D Do not cut or weld on tire rims or wheels. Tires can explode if heat- FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous. ed. Repaired rims and wheels can fail. See OSHA 29 CFR 1910.177 listed in Safety Standards. D Do not weld on containers that have held combustibles, or on Welding produces fumes and gases.
D Never weld on a pressurized cylinder − explosion will result. CYLINDERS can explode if damaged. D Use only correct compressed gas cylinders, regulators, hoses, and fittings designed for the specific application; maintain them Compressed gas cylinders contain gas under high and associated parts in good condition.
H.F. RADIATION can cause interference. ARC WELDING can cause interference. D High-frequency (H.F.) can interfere with radio D Electromagnetic energy can interfere with navigation, safety services, computers, and sensitive electronic equipment such as communications equipment. computers and computer-driven equipment such as robots. D Have only qualified persons familiar with electronic equipment D Be sure all equipment in the welding area is electromagnetically perform this installation.
SECTION 2 − DEFINITIONS 2-1. Additional Safety Symbols And Definitions Some symbols are found only on CE products. Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards as shown by the symbols. Safe1 2012−05 Do not discard product (where applicable) with general waste. Reuse or recycle Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) by disposing at a designated collection facility.
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Welding sparks can cause fires. Have a fire extinguisher nearby, and have a watchperson ready to use it. Safe14 2012−05 Do not weld on drums or any closed containers. Safe16 2017−04 Do not remove or paint over (cover) the label. Safe20 2017−04 Disconnect input plug or power before working on machine.
Move jumper links as shown on inside label to match input voltage at job site. Include extra length in grounding conductor and connect grounding conductor first. Connect line input conductors as shown on inside label. Double-check all connections, jumper link positions, and input voltage before applying power.
SECTION 3 − SPECIFICATIONS 3-1. Serial Number And Rating Label Location The serial number and rating information for this product is located on the back. Use rating label to determine input power requirements and/or rated output. For future reference, write serial number in space provided on back cover of this manual. 3-2.
The volt-ampere curves show the normal minimum and maximum volt- age and amperage output capabili- ties of the welding power source. Curves of other settings fall between the curves shown. MigMatic 300 DC Amperes MigMatic 380 DC Amperes OM-251958 Page 9...
3-5. Environmental Specifications A. IP Rating IP Rating IP22S This equipment is designed for indoor use and is not intended to be used or stored outside. IP22S 2014−06 B. Temperature Specifications Operating Temperature Range* Storage/Transportation Temperature Range −10 to 40°C (14 to 104°F) −20 to 55°C (−4 to 131°F) *Output is derated at temperatures above 40°C (104°F).
SECTION 4 − INSTALLATION 4-1. Installing Gas Supply Obtain gas cylinder and chain to running gear, wall, or other stationary support so cylinder cannot fall and break off valve. Cylinder Valve Remove cap, stand to side of valve, and open valve slightly. Gas flow blows dust and dirt from valve.
4-3. Positioning Jumper Links (230/400V 3-Phase Models) Disconnect and lockout/tagout input power before connecting input conductors from unit. Follow established procedures regarding the installation and removal lockout/tagout devices. Check input voltage available at site. Jumper Link Label 230 Volts 400 Volts Check label −...
4-4. Electrical Service Guide Elec Serv 2017-01 Failure to follow these electrical service guide recommendations could create an electric shock or fire hazard. These recommenda- tions are for a dedicated circuit sized for the rated output and duty cycle of the welding power source. In dedicated circuit installations, the National Electrical Code (NEC) allows the receptacle or conductor rating to be less than the rating of the circuit protection device.
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4-5. Connecting 3-Phase Input Power (Continued) See rating label on unit and check input volt- Connect green or green/yellow grounding Installation must meet all National and age available at site. conductor to disconnect device grounding ter- Local Codes − have only qualified per- minal first.
4-6. Changing Drive Rolls And Wire Inlet Guide (MigMatic 380 Models) Inlet Wire Guide Securing Screw Inlet Wire Guide Loosen screw. Slide tip as close to drive rolls as possible without touching. Tighten screw. Drive Roll The drive roll consists of two different sized grooves.
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4-6. Changing Drive Rolls And Wire Inlet Guide (MigMatic 300 Models) (Continued) Inlet Wire Guide Securing Screw Inlet Wire Guide Loosen screw. Slide tip as close to drive rolls as possible without touching. Tighten screw. Drive Roll The drive roll consists of two...
4-7. Aligning Drive Rolls and Wire Guide Turn off and disconnect in- put power View is from top of drive rolls looking down with pressure assembly open. Correct Incorrect Drive Roll Securing Nut Drive Roll Wire Guide Welding Wire Drive Gear Insert screwdriver, and turn screw in or out until drive roll groove lines up with wire guide.
SECTION 5 − OPERATION 5-1. Controls For MigMatic 300 Power Switch S1 Use switch to turn power on and off. Voltage Range Control S2 Allows selection of voltage in two coarse ranges, A or B. Voltage Adjustment Control S3 This control allows for 10 voltage settings in each of the two coarse voltage ranges (A or B) of S2.
5-2. Controls For MigMatic 380 Power Switch S1 Use switch to turn power on and off. Voltage Range Control S2 Allows selection of voltage in three coarse ranges, A, B or C. Voltage Adjustment Control S3 This control allows for 10 voltage settings in each of the three coarse voltage ranges (A, B or C) of S2.
5-3. Selecting Parameters (MigMatic 300 And 380 Models) Parameter LEDs Digital Display Meter D1 Setup Button P1 To select welding parameters, pro- ceed as follows: Press and release P1 push button to select desired parameter (V, A, or %) and the corresponding LED will light up.
5-4. Sequencer Controls Settings (MigMatic 300 And 380 Models) Sequencer Control LEDs Digital Display Meter D1 Setup Button P1 Parameter LED S (Seconds) Wire Feed Speed Control R1 Setup Menu LED To enter Sequencer Control set-up mode and scroll through parameters, press and hold for three seconds the Setup button P1.
5-5. Trigger Mode And Spot Time Selection (MigMatic 300 And 380 Models) Always select a trigger mode. Digital Display Meter D1 Trigger Mode Selection Button To select trigger mode and spot weld timer, proceed as follows: Press and release P2 push button.
5-6. Welding Wire Loading Settings (MigMatic 300 And 380 Models) Setup Button P1 Prepare unit for welding wire load- ing as follows: S Install wire spool and adjust hub tension (see Section 4-2). S Use proper drive rolls and wire guide (see Section 4-6).
5-7. Resetting Unit To Factory Default Settings (MigMatic 300 And 380 Models) This procedure will delete all oper- ator specified parameters, and re- call all factory parameters. Trigger Mode Selector Switch P2 Press and hold P2 button, and factory defaults will be restored.
5-8. Controls For MigMatic 300DX Power Switch S1 Use switch to turn power on and off. Voltage Range Control S2 Allows selection of voltage in two coarse ranges, A or B. Voltage Adjustment Control S3 This control allows for 10 voltage settings in each of the two coarse voltage ranges (A or B) of S2.
5-9. Controls For MigMatic 380DX Power Switch S1 Use switch to turn power on and off. Voltage Range Control S3 Allows selection of voltage in three coarse ranges, A, B or C. Voltage Adjustment Control S2 This control allows for 10 voltage settings in each of the three coarse voltage ranges (A, B or C) of S2.
5-10. Burnback And Run-In Controls (DX Models Only) Burnback Control R3 Use control to set time welding wire stays energized after trigger is re- leased. Wire Run-In Speed Control Use control to determine rate at which welding wire feeds before an arc is initiated.
5-11. Welding Power Source Input Line Voltage Adjustment (DX Models Only) Wire Feed Speed (WFS)/Trim (Arc Length) And Line Input Adjustment Control R1 Wire Feed Speed Indicator Scale (Manual Mode) Input Line Voltage Adjustment Center Indicator (Synergic Mode) Input Line Voltage/Wire Speed Adjustment Indicator Scale (Synergic Mode) Before power up, turn control R1 to the...
5-12. Welding Power Source Setup Menu (DX Models Only) Wire Feed Speed (WFS)/Trim (Arc Length) And Line Input Adjustment Control R1 Synergic Mode Indicator Voltage LED Digital Display Meter Amperage LED Wire Feed Speed LED Setup Button Manual Mode Indicator Voltage Control 10 Trigger Mode Button Use setup button to select desired...
5-13. Trigger Mode Selection (DX Models Only) Always select a trigger mode. 2-t Trigger Mode When trigger is pressed welding starts. When trigger is released, welding stops. 4-t Trigger Mode When trigger is pressed, welding starts. When trigger is released, welding contin- ues.
5-15. Welding Wire Type Selection For Synergic MIG (DX Models Only) Welding Wire Types Welding Wire Type Button Press button to select desired wire type: Fe (ferris), CrNi (stainless steel), Al (aluminum), or CuSi (Cop- per Silicon), and lite corresponding LED.
5-17. Selecting Manual MIG Welding (DX Models Only) Setup Button Manual MIG Mode Indicator Press and hold setup button for ap- proximately 3 seconds to select manual MG mode and light the in- dicator. Voltage Control S2 Wire Feed Speed (WFS)/Trim (Arc Length) And Line Input Adjustment Control R1 Digital Display Meter...
5-18. Selecting Synergic MIG Welding (DX Models Only) Setup Button Synergic MIG Mode Indicator Press and hold setup button for ap- proximately 3 seconds to select synergic MIG mode and light up the indicator. Voltage Control S2 Wire Feed Speed (WFS/Trim (Arc Length) And Line Input Adjustment Control R1 Digital Display Meter...
SECTION 6 − MAINTENANCE &TROUBLESHOOTING 6-1. Routine Maintenance Disconnect power Maintain more often before maintaining. during severe conditions. n = Check Z = Change ~ = Clean Δ = Repair l = Replace * To be done by Factory Authorized Service Agent Every Months nl Labels...
6-4. Troubleshooting Trouble Remedy Be sure line disconnect switch is On (see Section 4-5). No weld output; wire does not feed. Replace building line fuse or reset circuit breaker if open (see Section 4-5). Secure gun trigger connections. Check continuity of power switch S1 and replace if necessary. Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check main transformer T1 for signs of winding failure.
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See Table 7-1 Drive Roll And Wire Guide Kits Hardware is common and not available unless listed. 956142845_9_14_A Figure 8-7. Drive Assembly, Wire (2 Roll) Item Dia. Part Mkgs. Description Quantity Figure 8-7. Drive Assembly, Wire (2 Roll) ..
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See Table 7-2 Drive Roll And Wire Guide Kits Hardware is common and not available unless listed. 956142845_10_14_B Figure 8-8. Drive Assembly, Wire (4 Roll) Item Dia. Part Mkgs. Description Quantity Figure 8-8. Drive Assembly, Wire (4 Roll) ..
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Item Dia. Part Mkgs. Description Quantity Figure 8-8. Drive Assembly, Wire (4 Roll) ... . . 010224 Pin, Spring CS .187 x 1.000 ..........
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Base selection of drive rolls upon the following recommended usages: 1. V-Grooved rolls for hard wire. 2. U-Grooved rolls for soft and soft shelled cored wires. 3. U-Cogged rolls for extremely soft shelled wires (usually hard surfacing types). 4. V-Knurled rolls for hard shelled cored wires. 5.
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Effective January 1, 2018 (Equipment with a serial number preface of MJ or newer) 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 90 Days —...
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