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OM-281710C 2019-03 Processes Battery Charging Multiprocess Welding Description Engine Driven Air Compressor, Generator, Battery Charger, And Welder Bobcat 200 Air Pak Diesel File: Engine Drive For product information, Owner’s Manual translations, and more, visit www.MillerWelds.com...
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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 rom_2018−06 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. not avoided, will result in death or serious injury.
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D Watch for fire, and keep a fire extinguisher nearby. FLYING METAL or DIRT can injure D Be aware that welding on a ceiling, floor, bulkhead, or partition can eyes. cause fire on the hidden side. D Do not cut or weld on tire rims or wheels. Tires can explode if heat- D Welding, chipping, wire brushing, and grinding ed.
1-3. Engine Hazards EXHAUST SPARKS can cause fire. BATTERY EXPLOSION can injure. D Do not let engine exhaust sparks cause fire. D Always wear a face shield, rubber gloves, and D Use approved engine exhaust spark arrestor in protective clothing when working on a battery. required areas —...
HOT METAL from air arc cutting and MOVING PARTS can injure. gouging can cause fire or explosion. D Keep away from moving parts such as fans, D Do not cut or gouge near flammables. belts and rotors. D Watch for fire; keep extinguisher nearby. D Keep all doors, panels, covers, and guards closed and securely in place.
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BATTERY CHARGING OUTPUT and BATTERY STATIC (ESD) can damage PC boards. EXPLOSION can injure. D Put on grounded wrist strap BEFORE handling Battery charging not present on all models. boards or parts. D Use proper static-proof bags and boxes to D Always wear a face shield, rubber gloves, and store, move, or ship PC boards.
1-6. California Proposition 65 Warnings For Diesel Engines: WARNING: Breathing diesel engine exhaust exposes you to WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals in- chemicals known to the state of California to cause cancer cluding lead, which are known to the state of California to and birth defects or other reproductive harm.
SECTION 2 CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT − UTILISATION rom_2018−06_fre Pour écarter les risques de blessure pour vous−même et pour autrui — lire, appliquer et ranger en lieu sûr ces consignes relatives aux précautions de sécurité et au mode opératoire. 2-1.
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D Fixer le câble de retour de façon à obtenir un bon contact métal- LES ACCUMULATIONS DE GAZ métal avec la pièce à souder ou la table de travail, le plus près pos- risquent de provoquer des blessures sible de la soudure. ou même la mort.
D Porter un équipement de protection pour le corps fait d’un matériau Si des BOUTEILLES sont endomma- résistant et ignifuge (cuir, coton robuste, laine). La protection du gées, elles pourront exploser. corps comporte des vêtements sans huile comme par ex. des gants de cuir, une chemise solide, des pantalons sans revers, des chaussures hautes et une casquette.
D Ne pas approcher les mains, cheveux, vêtements lâches et outils cisé autrement dans la section maintenance du manuel du des organes mobiles. moteur). D Si le moteur est chaud et que le liquide doit être vérifié, opérer com- D Remettre en place les portes, panneaux, recouvrements ou me suivant.
détendre la pression et s’assurer que le circuit d’air ne peut être L’INHALATION D’AIR COMPRIMÉ risque mis sous pression par inadvertance. de provoquer des blessures ou même D Demander seulement à un personnel qualifié d’enlever la mort. les dispositifs de sécurité ou les recouvrements pour effectuer, s’il y a lieu, des travaux d’entretien et de dépannage.
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D Réduire le courant ou le facteur de marche avant de poursuivre le LA SORTIE DE RECHARGE et L’EXP- soudage. LOSION DE LA BATTERIE peuvent D Ne pas obstruer les passages d’air du poste. provoquer des blessures. LES CHARGES ÉLECTROSTATI- La recharge de batterie n’existe pas sur tous les QUES peuvent endommager les modèles.
2-6. Proposition californienne 65 Avertissements Pour les moteurs diesel : AVERTISSEMENT : ce produit peut vous exposer à des pro- duits chimiques tels que le plomb, reconnus par l’État de AVERTISSEMENT : les gaz d’échappement de moteurs diesel Californie comme cancérigènes et sources de malformations vous exposent à...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com SECTION 3 − DEFINITIONS 3-1. Additional Safety Symbol Definitions Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards as shown by the symbols. Safe1 2012−05 Never use generator inside a home or garage, even if doors and win- dows are open.
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A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com Shielded Metal Check Valve Arc Welding Engine Clearance (SMAW) Engine Start Gas Metal Arc Arc Control Welding (GMAW) (Engine RPM) Flux Cored Arc Engine Stop Welding (FCAW) Gas Tungsten Arc Idle Welding (GTAW) / Push Button (Slow) Tungsten Inert...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com SECTION 4 − SPECIFICATIONS 4-1. Serial Number And Rating Label Location The serial number and rating information for this product is located on the front and side panels. Use rating label to determine rated output. For future reference, write serial number in space provided on back cover of this manual.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com B. Temperature Specifications Operating Temperature Range* Storage/Transportation Temperature Range −20 to 104°F (−29 to 40°C) −40 to 131°F (−40 to 55°C) *Output is derated at temperatures above 104°F (40°C). Temp_2016- 07 4-7. Dimensions, Weights, and Operating Angles Dimensions 28.36 in.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 4-8. Duty Cycle And Overheating Duty cycle is the percentage of 10 minutes that unit can weld at rated load without overheating. This unit is rated for welding at 120 amperes continuously. NOTICE −...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 4-9. Generator Power Curves The AC generator power curve shows the generator power available in amperes at the receptacles. 120 Volt Tools and motors are designed to op- erate within 10% of 120/240 VAC. Volts Amps 240 Volt...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 4-10. Volt-Ampere Curves - Weld The volt-ampere curves show the minimum and maximum voltage Stick and amperage output capabilities of the unit. Curves of other settings fall between the curves shown. VOLTS AMPS VOLTS AMPS...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 4-11. Volt-Ampere Curves - Battery Charge 12 Volts Volts Amps 24 Volts Volts Amps 281703 OM-281710 Page 21...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 4-12. Fuel Consumption Air Compressor 1.00 0.90 0.80 0.70 0.60 0.50 0.40 0.30 0.20 0.10 0.00 100% Air Compressor Duty Cycle (%) at 150psi/30 CFM/3600 rpm Auxiliary Power 0.45 0.40 0.35 0.30 0.25 0.20 0.15...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com SECTION 5 − INSTALLATION 5-1. Installing Unit Movement / Airflow Clearance 24 in. (610 mm) 1 in. (25 mm) 2 in. (51 mm) 18 in. 6 in. (460 mm) (152 mm) Location / Mounting Welding Unit In Place Bolting Unit In Place Install4_2019−02 −...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 5-2. Grounding Generator To Truck Or Trailer Frame GND/PE rot_grnd2 2014−11 − 800 652-D nect a ground wire from the genera- Equipment Grounding Terminal (On Always ground generator frame to tor equipment grounding terminal to Front Panel) vehicle frame to prevent electric bare metal on the vehicle frame as...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 5-4. Engine Prestart Checks Check all fluids daily. Engine must be cold and on a level surface. Unit is shipped with 10W30 engine oil. Follow run-in procedure in en- gine manual. This unit has a low oil pressure shutdown switch.
(see Section 11-3). NOTICE − Do not mix oil types. Do not pipe. Maximum oil level is in threaded area overfill. Use only Miller oil 276620. of oil fill pipe. Close side service door. OM-281710 Page 26...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 5-6. Connecting The Battery Connect negative (−) battery cable last. Open top service door. Connect battery, negative cable last. Do not allow the battery cables to touch opposing termin- − als. When connecting the battery cables attach the positive (+) cable to the positive (+) battery terminal first, followed by negat-...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 5-8. Connecting Optional External Fuel Supply Route all hoses away from hot, sharp or moving parts. Check all connections and hoses for damage, leaks, and wear. Check Valve Electric Fuel Pump The pump provides a 96 in. vertical lift between the Empty level of the fuel tank and the pump inlet.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 6-2. Control Panel (Continued) Engine Starting Controls amperage. With Process switch in any FCAW age weld amperage and then defaults to pre- or GMAW process, turn Adjust control to ad- set amperage. Engine Control Switch just preset voltage.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 6-3. Process Switch Process Switch Process switch works in conjunc- tion with Charge/Weld switch. Charge/Weld switch must be in the WELD position for weld processes, CHARGE position for battery charge operation. Use switch to select weld process and battery charge process (see table below).
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 6-4. Service Menu Adjust Control/Select Button Press and hold Adjust Control/Select button for 5 seconds, then release to access the Service Menu. Rotate the knob to scroll through the menu items. Press and release the control to access the options and informa- tion within each menu item.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 6-5. Updating Software Obtain the latest software to be loaded Confirm by rotating the Adjust Control/Se- If a valid update file for the weld module is from MillerWelds.com. detected, the meter display reads AL lect button clockwise to select YES.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 6-6. Summary File Summary File Each time a USB stick is inserted in the USB receptacle when the engine is running, a summary file is saved to the USB stick as Sum- maryFile.txt.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com SECTION 7 − COMPRESSOR SYSTEM 7-1. Air Compressor Switch And Adjusting Air Pressure Ref. 281606 tion allows Auto-Speed operation. Engine pressure setting, compressor clutch en- Weld output and generator power may speed increases to 3600 rpm when air is gages and engine speed increases to meet be reduced when the air compressor is used and idles after 10 seconds of no air...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 7-2. Air Compressor Controls 277873 sor switch is turned off or case pressure is shutdown before opening the com- After the air compressor shuts off, reduced below 125 psi. pressor fill cap or performing other the blow down cycle begins and compressor maintenance.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 7-3. Air Compressor Operation With Air Tools Optional Air Tank Air Compressor Operation Without A Using Air Tools Operate the tool briefly to activate the compressor, wait 3 to 5 seconds, then Tank start using the tool.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com SECTION 8 − BATTERY CHARGING 8-1. Battery Charging Guidelines Stop engine. Keep battery charging cables Do not jump-start/crank assist a away from vehicle hood, door, and vehicle without a battery. moving parts. Before charging battery, read the Safety Precautions at the begin- Never...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 8-3. Connecting Installed Battery To Battery Charge Receptacle Battery located in vehicle (Negative post grounded to chassis) See information below regarding vehicles with battery Positive (+) grounded to chassis. − Connect black (Negative) char- ging cable to chassis or engine block (and away from battery).
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 8-4. Setting Battery Charge Controls Have only qualified persons charge batteries. Never place 12V battery on 24V only setting. Charge/Weld Switch Place switch in charge position. Process Switch Place switch in position matching voltage of battery being charged.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 8-6. Battery Charging Information On Display Screens Display Screens Display screens provide information on charge mode, charging output, and charging status. Explanations of the display screen codes are provided in the tables below. Ref.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com SECTION 9 − OPERATING AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT 9-1. Generator Power Receptacles And Supplementary Protectors Ref. 281606-A 120/240 V AC Receptacle RC1 Use GFCI protection when operat- Press button to reset supplementary ing auxiliary equipment. If unit does protector.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 9-2. GFCI Receptacle Information, Resetting, And Testing Alternate location for red and green indicator LEDs. Orientation of receptacle may be different in other applications. RotGFCI1 2018-12 If a ground fault is detected, the GFCI Reset Resetting GFCI Receptacles Use GFCI protection when operat- button pops out, and the circuit opens to...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 9-3. Wiring Instructions For Optional 240 Volt, Single-Phase Plug (NEMA 14-50P) The plug can be wired for a 240 V, 2-wire load or a 120/240V, 3-wire load. See circuit diagram. Plug Wired for 120/240 V, 3-Wire Load When wired for 120 V loads, each duplex receptacle shares a load...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com SECTION 10 − WELDING OPERATION 10-1. Selecting Cable Sizes* NOTICE − The Total Cable Length in Weld Circuit (see table below) is the combined length of both weld cables. For example, if the power source is 100 ft (30 m) from the workpiece, the total cable length in the weld circuit is 200 ft (2 cables x 100 ft).
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 10-3. Connecting Weld Output Cables Tools Needed: 3/4 in. (19 mm) 803778-B cable terminal and copper bar. Make Weld Cable Terminal Turn off power before connecting to sure that the surfaces of the weld cable weld output terminals.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 10-4. Weld Controls Ref. 281606 Charge/Weld Switch Process Switch Positive Weld Output Terminal Adjust Control/Select Button Engine Control Switch Place switch in Weld position to energize weld output terminals. Negative Weld Output Terminal 10-Pin Receptacle OM-281710 Page 48...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 10-5. Arc Control Settings Arc Control is not active when the Process switch is in the GTAW Lift-Arc TIG position. Miller recommends Hobart filler metals. Process Switch Arc Control SOFT Starting point for stainless steel wire (high inductance) (−25 to −1)
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 10-7. Lift-Arct TIG With Auto-Stopt Arc Start With Lift-Arc TIG Lift-Arc is used for the DCEN GTAW process when HF Start method is not permitted. Arc Start With Lift-Arc Select Lift-Arc at Process switch. Turn gas on.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 10-8. MIG Welding Connections And Settings Stop engine. This section provides general guide- lines and may not suit all applications. Work Clamp Wire Feeder MIG Gun Gun Trigger Plug Voltage Sensing Clamp Gas Cylinder: 100 CO2/75/25 Argon-Based Gas for Short Circuit Transfer...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 10-9. Connecting Spool Gun Spool Gun Plug Insert plug into receptacle, and tighten threaded collar. Weld Cable Spoolmate 200 shown. Positive Weld Output Terminal Connect weld cable to weld output terminal. Shielding Gas Hose Regulator/Flowmeter (Not Shown) Route shielding gas hose up to...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com SECTION 11 − MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 11-1. Maintenance Label 281700-B OM-281710 Page 53...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 11-2. Routine Maintenance Stop engine before maintaining. See Maintenance Label for important start-up, service, and Recycle storage information. Service more often if used in severe engine conditions. fluids. Engine speed is regulated by an electronic governor. Engine speed adjustments may only be performed by a Factory Authorized Service Agent. Follow the storage procedure in the engine owner’s manual if the unit will not be used for an extended period.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 11-3. Changing Compressor Oil, Oil Filter, Air Cleaner, And Air/Oil Separator Stop engine. Do not open oil fill cap until unit has been off for 10 minutes and the air compres- sor gauge reads zero. Do not open while running.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 11-4. Replacing Engine Air Cleaner Stop engine. NOTICE − Do not run engine without air cleaner or with dirty element. Engine damage caused by using a damaged ele- ment is not covered by the warranty. Air Cleaner Air Cleaner Clamp Housing...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 11-5. Changing Engine Oil, Oil Filter, And Fuel Filter Tools Needed: Oil Fill Oil Check Full 907760 Fill crankcase with new oil to full mark on To change fuel filter: Stop engine and let cool. dipstick (see Section 5-4).
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 11-6. Changing Engine Coolant Tools Needed: 3/8 in. 907760 Open coolant drain valve on side of engine Lower radiator and add coolant. Stop engine and let cool. block and allow coolant to drain. Close Radiator Cap Repeat the preceding steps until no more drain valve on side of engine block.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 11-7. Overload Protection Stop engine. When a circuit breaker, supple- mentary protector or fuse opens, it usually indicates a more serious problem exists. Contact a Factory Authorized Service Agent. Supplementary Protector CB1 CB1 is located on the front panel and protects the auxiliary power re- ceptacles and weld/battery charge...
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com 11-8. Voltmeter/Ammeter Error Displays WELD TEMP Display Example Use the Voltmeter/Ammeter error displays to diagnose and correct fault conditions. When an error is displayed, normally weld output has stopped but generator power output may be okay. To reset error displays, stop unit and then restart.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com Error Display Error Name Description Remedy ACTD LOW Air Compressor Transducer Low Air compressor pressure transducer reading Have factory authorized service agent Voltage below valid pressure. check pressure transducer connection. OIL PRES Engine Oil Low Pressure Error Despite RPM, oil pressure switch is ON.
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A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com Trouble Remedy Check for over temperature. Allow unit to cool. Recirculation or open covers may cause overheating. Be sure all covers, panels, and doors are in place. Operate in area with proper airflow. Automatic shutdown stops compressor if compressor temperature is too high.
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A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com Trouble Remedy Oil in compressor air cleaner. Have Factory Authorized Service Agent verify compressor inlet valve is operating properly. Water in compressor oil. Oil appears Operate air compressor continuously under pressure to allow the compressor to reach operating temper- milky.
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A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com Trouble Remedy Be sure Charge/Weld switch is in weld position. Check weld cable size and length. Access service menu to view engine speed (see Section 6-4). Service engine air cleaner (see Section 11-4). Service engine fuel filter (see Section 11-5). Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check PC1 and weld/battery charge inverter.
A complete Parts List is available at www.MillerWelds.com Trouble Remedy Engine does not return to idle speed. Remove weld and generator power loads. Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check current transformer CT1 and Engine Control switch S1. SECTION 12 − PARTS LIST 12-1.
SECTION 14 − GENERATOR POWER GUIDELINES The views in this section are intended to be representative of all engine-driven welder/generators. Your unit may differ from those shown. 14-1. Selecting Equipment Generator Power Receptacles − Neutral Bonded To Frame 3-Prong Plug From Case Grounded Equipment 2-Prong Plug From Double Insulated Equipment...
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14-3. Grounding When Supplying Building Systems Equipment Grounding Terminal Grounding Cable Use #8 AWG or larger insulated copper wire. GND/PE Ground Device Use ground device as stated in electrical codes. Ground generator to system earth ground if supplying power to a premises (home, shop, farm) wiring system.
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14-5. Approximate Power Requirements For Industrial Motors Industrial Motors Rating Starting Watts Running Watts Split Phase 1/8 HP 1/6 HP 1225 1/4 HP 1600 1/3 HP 2100 1/2 HP 3175 Capacitor Start-Induction Run 1/3 HP 2020 1/2 HP 3075 3/4 HP 4500 1400 1 HP...
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14-7. Approximate Power Requirements For Contractor Equipment Contractor Equipment Rating Starting Watts Running Watts Hand Drill 1/4 in. 3/8 in. 1/2 in. Circular Saw 6-1/2 in. 7-1/4 in. 8-1/4 in. 1400 1400 Table Saw 9 in. 4500 1500 10 in. 6300 1800 Band Saw...
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14-8. Power Required To Start Motor Single-Phase Induction Motor Starting Requirements Motor Start Code KVA/HP 10.0 11.2 12.5 14.0 Motor Start Code Running Amperage Motor HP Motor Voltage To find starting amperage: Step 1: Find code and use table to find kVA/HP.
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14-10. Typical Connections To Supply Standby Power Have only qualified persons perform these connections according to all applicable codes and safety practices. Properly install, ground, and operate this equipment ac- cording Owner’s Manual and national, state, and local codes. Do not connect to any elec- trical distribution system normally supplied by utility Fused...
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14-11. Selecting Extension Cord (Use Shortest Cord Possible) Cord Lengths for 120 Volt Loads Use GFCI protection when operating auxiliary equipment. If unit does not have GFCI receptacles, use GFCI-protected exten- sion cord. Do not use GFCI receptacles to power life support equipment. Maximum Allowable Cord Length In ft (m) for Conductor Size In AWG (mm Current Load (Watts)
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Effective January 1, 2019 (Equipment with a serial number preface of MK 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 Subarc Wire Drive Assemblies below, Miller Electric Mfg.
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