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OM-245 730C 2010−04 Processes TIG (GTAW) Welding Stick (SMAW) Welding Description 115/230/400/460 Volt Models W/AutolineR Arc Welding Power Source Dynasty 200 DX (Including Optional Cart And Cooler) CE Models Visit our website at 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.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING ........1-1.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS 5-15. Factory Parameter Defaults And Range And Resolution ........5-16.
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DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY for European Community (CE marked) products. MILLER Electric Mfg. Co., 1635 Spencer Street, Appleton, WI 54914 U.S.A. declares that the product(s) identified in this declaration conform to the essential requirements and provisions of the stated Council Directive(s) and Standard(s).
SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING som _2010−03 Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions. 1-1. Symbol Usage DANGER! − Indicates a hazardous situation which, if Indicates special instructions. not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols or explained in the text.
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D Remove stick electrode from holder or cut off welding wire at FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous. contact tip when not in use. D Wear oil-free protective garments such as leather gloves, heavy Welding produces fumes and gases. Breathing shirt, cuffless trousers, high shoes, and a cap.
1-3. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance FIRE OR EXPLOSION hazard. MOVING PARTS can injure. D Do not install or place unit on, over, or near D Keep away from moving parts such as fans. combustible surfaces. D Keep all doors, panels, covers, and guards D Do not install unit near flammables.
1-4. California Proposition 65 Warnings For Gasoline Engines: Welding or cutting equipment produces fumes or gases which contain chemicals known to the State of California to Engine exhaust contains chemicals known to the State of cause birth defects and, in some cases, cancer. (California California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproduc- Health &...
SECTION 2 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT UTILISATION fre_som_2010−03 Se protéger et protéger les autres contre le risque de blessure — lire et respecter ces consignes. 2-1. Symboles utilisés DANGER! − Indique une situation dangereuse qui si on Indique des instructions spécifiques.
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Il reste une TENSION DC NON NÉGLIGEABLE dans LE SOUDAGE peut provoquer un les sources de soudage onduleur UNE FOIS incendie ou une explosion. l’alimentation coupée. Le soudage effectué sur des conteneurs fermés tels D Arrêter les convertisseurs, débrancher le courant électrique et que des réservoirs, tambours ou des conduites peut décharger les condensateurs d’alimentation selon les instructions provoquer leur éclatement.
ACCUMULATIONS LES BOUTEILLES peuvent exploser risquent de provoquer des blessures si elles sont endommagées. ou même la mort. Des bouteilles de gaz protecteur contiennent du gaz sous haute pression. Si une bouteille est endom- D Fermer l’alimentation du gaz protecteur en cas magée, elle peut exploser.
Les PIÈCES MOBILES peuvent RAYONNEMENT HAUTE causer des blessures. FRÉQUENCE (H.F.) risque provoquer des interférences. D Ne pas s’approcher des organes mobiles. D Ne pas s’approcher des points de coincement D Le rayonnement haute fréquence (H.F.) peut tels que des rouleaux de commande. provoquer des interférences avec les équi- pements de radio−navigation et de com- munication, les services de sécurité...
2-5. Principales normes de sécurité Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, ANSI Standard Z49.1, 25 West 43rd Street, New York, NY 10036 (téléphone : 212-642-4900, de Global Engineering Documents (téléphone : 1-877-413-5184, site site Internet : www.ansi.org). Internet : www.global.ihs.com). Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and Other Hot Safe Practices for the Preparation of Containers and Piping for Welding Work, NFPA Standard 51B, de National Fire Protection Association,...
SECTION 3 − DEFINITIONS (CE Models) 3-1. Warning Label Definitions Warning! Watch Out! There are possible 2.2 Use forced ventilation or local exhaust welding helmet with correct shade of hazards as shown by the symbols. to remove the fumes. filter. Wear complete body protection. 2.3 Use ventilating fan to remove fumes.
Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards as shown by the symbols. Electric shock from wiring can kill. Disconnect input plug or power before working on machine. Hazardous voltage remains on input capacitors after power is turned off. Do not touch fully charged capacitors.
SECTION 4 − INSTALLATION 4-1. Important Information Regarding CE Products (Sold Within The EU) This equipment shall not be used by the general public as the EMF limits for the general public might be exceeded during welding. This equipment is built in accordance with EN 60974−1 and is intended to be used only in an occupational environment (where the general public access is prohibited or regulated in such a way as to be similar to occupational use) by an expert or an instructed person.
4-4. DC Volt-Ampere Curves Volt-ampere curves show minimum and maximum voltage and amper- age output capabilities of welding 115VAC Input; DC Output power source. Curves of other set- tings fall between curves shown. Stick Max. TIG Max. Stick/TIG Min. DIG Max. Amperes 230VAC Single Phase Input;...
4-5. AC Volt-Ampere Curves Volt-ampere curves show minimum 115VAC Input; AC Output and maximum voltage and amper- age output capabilities of welding power source. Curves of other set- tings fall between curves shown. Stick Max. TIG Max. Stick/TIG Min. Amperes 230VAC Single Phase Input;...
4-6. Duty Cycle And Overheating Duty Cycle is percentage of 10 min- utes that unit can weld at rated load without overheating. If unit overheats, output stops, a Help message is displayed (see Section 7-3), and cooling fan runs. Wait fifteen minutes for unit to cool. Reduce amperage or voltage, or duty cycle before welding.
4-7. Selecting A Location Line Disconnect Device Locate unit near correct input power supply. Dimensions And Weight Special installation may be required where gasoline or 48.5 lb (22.0 kg) volatile liquids are present − see NEC Article 511 or CEC Section 20.
4-8. Weld Output Terminals And 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). Use the 200 ft (60 m) column to determine cable size.
4-9. Remote 14 Receptacle Information Socket* Socket Information Contactor control +15 volts DC. 15 VOLTS DC C L N OUTPUT Contact closure to A completes 15 volts DC CONTACTOR contactor control circuit and enables output. Output to remote control; +10 volts DC output to remote control.
4-11. TIG HF Impulse/ Lift-Arct Connections Turn off power before mak- ing connections. Electrode Weld Output Terminal Connect TIG torch to weld output terminal labeled Electrode. Gas Out Connection Connect torch gas hose to gas out fitting. Work Weld Output Terminal Connect work lead to weld output terminal labeled Work.
4-13. TIGRunner Connections Cart and cooler are optional equip- ment. Gas Cylinder Chains Secure gas cylinder to cart with chains. Connect gas hose to welding power source (see Section 4-10). Connect work lead and torch to welding power source (see Section 4-11).
4-14. Electrical Service Guide Failure to follow these electrical service guide recommendations could create an electric shock or fire hazard. These recommenda- tions are for a dedicated branch circuit sized for the rated output and duty cycle of the welding power source. Actual input voltage should not fall below 103 volts AC or rise above 506 volts AC.
4-15. Connecting Three-Phase Input Power Installation must meet all National and Local Codes − have only quali- fied persons make this installation. Disconnect and lockout/tagout in- put power before connecting input conductors from unit. Always connect green or green/ yellow conductor supply = GND/PE Earth Ground...
4-16. Connecting Single-Phase Input Power Installation must meet all National and Local Codes − have only quali- fied persons make this installation. Disconnect and lockout/tagout in- put power before connecting input conductors from unit. =GND/PE Earth Ground Always connect green or green/ yellow conductor supply...
SECTION 5 − OPERATION 5-1. Controls 207 694-A / 802 452 Polarity Control Sequencer Controls (DX, LX For all front panel switch pad controls: And All CE Models) press switch pad to turn on light and en- See Section 5-6. able function.
5-2. Encoder Control Encoder Control Use control in conjunction with ap- plicable front panel function switch pad to set values for that function. 5-3. Amperage Control A (Amperage Control) Encoder Control Ammeter See Section 5-15 for Amperage control range. Press Amperage switch pad and turn Encoder control to set weld amperage.
5-5. Voltmeter Volt Meter Displays output or open circuit volt- age. If output is off, the voltmeter will display a series of three dashes (-−−). Open circuit voltage is dis- played if power is on and output is available. 5-6. Polarity Control Polarity Control Press switch pad until desired LED is illuminated.
5-7. Lift-Arc And HF TIG Start Procedures Lift-Arc Start When Lift-Arct button light is On, start arc as follows: TIG Electrode Workpiece Touch tungsten electrode to work- piece at weld start point, enable out- put and shielding gas with torch trig- ger, foot control, or hand control.
5-8. Process Control Process Control Press switch pad until desired pro- cess LED is illuminated: TIG HF Impulse - When selected, a pulsed HF (non-contact) (see Section 5-7) arc starting method is activated. This method can be used with either AC or DC TIG welding. Make connections according to Section 4-11.
5-10. Pulser Control (DX Models Only) Pulser Control Pulsing is available only while using the TIG process, it cannot be se- lected if the Stick process (see Sec- tion 5-8) is active. Controls can be ad- justed while welding. Press switch pad to enable pulser. ON - When illuminated, this LED in- dicates the pulser is on.
5-11. Sequencer Controls (DX Models Only) Sequencer Control Sequencing is available only while using the TIG process, but is dis- abled if a remote foot or finger cur- rent control is connected to the Re- mote receptacle while in the RMT STD mode.
5-12. Adjust Controls (Preflow/Post Flow/DIG/Purge) Adjust Press switch pad until desired function LED is illuminated. Encoder Control Ammeter Turn encoder (see Section 5-2) to set ap- propriate value for active Adjust parame- ter. Value selected is shown on the am- meter (see Section 5-4).
5-13. AC Waveshape AC Waveshape Encoder Control Ammeter Turn encoder (see Section 5-2) to set appropriate value for active AC Waveshape parameter. Value se- lected is shown on the ammeter (see Section 5-4). See Section 5-15 for all AC Wave- shape parameter ranges.
5-17. Arc Timer/Counter Display 123 456 Rear Panel Output And Amperage Controls Arc Timer Display Arc Counter Upon power up as described above, the After 5 seconds, the meter A LED turns on, Power Switch meter S LED will turn on, and arc time will and the arc counter will be displayed for the To display the arc timer/counter, turn power be displayed for 5 seconds as [000 000] to...
SECTION 6 − ADVANCED FUNCTIONS 6-1. Accessing Advanced Functions Amperage Switch Pad tions (see Section 6-3) − For reconfigur- is turned off in an attempt to save the rod ing RMT 2T Hold for 3T, 4T Momentary, for reuse. Adjust or Mini Logic Encoder Control •...
6-2. Programmable TIG Start Parameters Tungsten Selection Current (A) Preset Amperage Minimum Start Time Start Slope Time Amperage Switch Pad size from the following: .020, .040, .062 separate set of parameters for AC and DC (1/16 in.), .094 (3/32 in.), or .125 (1/8 in.) (to select polarity see Section C).
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Selecting GEN Encoder Control Amps Meter Amperage Switch Pad If [GEn] is selected and displayed on the amps meter, the TIG starting parameters for a .094 tungsten are the default, and for AC polarity they are: Start Polarity = EP, Start Am- perage = 120 A, Start Time = 20 ms, Start Slope Time = 10 ms, Preset Minimum Amps = 5 A.
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Changing Programmable TIG Start Polarity E− Current (A) Start Polarity Amperage Switch Pad To adjust TIG Start Polarity proceed as fol- [StP] [EP] is displayed on meters, and can lows: be adjusted (see Section 5-15) by turning the Encoder control. Encoder Control Press Amperage switch pad.
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E. Changing Programmable Start Time Current (A) Start Time Amperage Switch Pad ceed as follows: and can be adjusted by turning the Encoder control (see Section 5-15). Encoder Control Press Amperage switch pad, and meter S Amps Meter LED turns on. The current Start Time is dis- To change Start Slope Time, proceed to To adjust Programmable Start Time pro- played in milliseconds on the amps meter,...
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Changing Preset Amperage Minimum Current (A) Preset Amperage Minimum Amperage Switch Pad Press Amperage switch pad. Switch pad and DC. LED turns on, and meter A LED turns on. Encoder Control The Preset Minimum Amperage is dis- Whatever amperage is selected as the played on the amps meter, and can be ad- Amps Meter preset amperage minimum, is the min-...
6-3. Output Control And Trigger Functions A. Remote (Standard) Torch Trigger Operation Current (A) Main Amps Initial Slope Final Slope Initial Amps Final Amps Postflow Preflow P & H Maintained Switch Foot Or Finger Remote Control P&H = Push trigger and hold R = Release trigger.
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3T Specific Trigger Method = 3T Current (A) Remote Trigger Operation Preflow Initial Amps /Initial Slope Main Amps Final Slope /Final Amps Postflow * Arc can be extinguished at any time by pressing and releasing both initial and final switches, or by lifting the torch and breaking the arc. 3T (Specific Trigger Operation) Operation: C..When main amperage level is reached,...
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D. 4T Specific Trigger Method 4T (Specific Trigger Operation) Encoder Control To select 4T, turn Encoder control. Torch trigger operation is as = 4T shown. 4T allows the operator to toggle be- tween weld current and final cur- rent. When a remote switch is con- Current (A) nected to the welding power source, use the remote switch...
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F. 4T Momentary Operation 4T Momentary Meter Display Encoder Control To select 4T Momentary, turn Encoder control. 4T Momentary torch trigger operation is as shown. 4T Momentary Main When a remote switch is connected to the welding power source, use the re- mote switch to control the weld cycle.
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G. Spot Control Operation Spot Function Meter Display While in Spot Control, Se- quencer settings will be ig- nored and will not be program- mable. When a remote switch is con- nected to the welding power Spot source, use the remote switch to control the weld cycle.
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H. On Trigger Operation Voltage (V) 2 Sec Current (A) Stick Touch Stick Lift Stick Electrode Electrode Current (A) Lift Main Amperage Initial Slope Initial Amperage Touch Current Touch Tungsten Lift Tungsten Lift Tungsten Slightly OM-245 730 Page 50...
6-4. AC Waveshape Selection = Soft Squarewave = Advanced Squarewave = Sine wave = Triangular wave Encoder To save changes and exit, press torch trig- puddle is desired. Use sine wave to simu- ger or turn power off. late a conventional power source. Use triangular waveshape when the effects of Use the Encoder to select between ad- Application: Use advance squarewave...
6-5. Setting Preflow Time Encoder Control Turn encoder to select from 0 to 25 seconds of preflow. The value selected is displayed on the am- meter. Application: Preflow is used to purge the immediate weld area of atmosphere. Preflow also aids in consistent arc starting.
6-8. Lockout Functions A. Accessing Lockout Capability Toggle Select Lockout Level 1, 2, 3, or 4 Toggle Select Code Number 1 to 999 See Section 5-1 for explanation of controls referred to in all of Remember this code number, as you will need it to turn the lock- Section 6-8.
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B. Lockout Levels Levels 1, 2, And 3 Use Encoder Control To Adjust Amperage ±10% Of Preset Value. Indicates which functions are available for the corresponding lockout level. Level 4 C L N When parameter change or selection is lim- 10% of preset amperage value, up to the Before activating lockout levels, be ited by lock level 1, [LOCK][L−1] is dis-...
6-9. Setting Unit To Display PPP While Pulse Welding (DX Models Only) − − − Encoder Control When the [PPP] meter display feature is The [PPP] meter display feature will not ef- active while pulse welding, the [PPP] will fect the normal amperage display or Meter PPP Meter Display be displayed on the right meter display, and Hold capabilities when in a non-pulse weld-...
SECTION 7 − MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING 7-1. Routine Maintenance Disconnect power before maintaining. Maintain more often during severe conditions. A. Welding Power Source n = Check Z = Change ~ = Clean Δ = Repair l = Replace * To be done by Factory Authorized Service Agent Every Months nl Labels...
7-2. Blowing Out Inside Of Unit Do not remove case when blowing out inside of unit. To blow out unit, direct airflow through front and back louvers as shown. 803 428-A OM-245 730 Page 57...
7-3. Voltmeter/Ammeter Help Displays Help 3 Display Help 9 Display All directions are in reference to the Indicates a short in the thermal protection front of the unit. All circuitry referred to Indicates the bottom heat sink has over- circuitry located on the top heat sink. Con- is located inside the unit.
7-4. Troubleshooting Trouble Remedy No weld output; unit completely Place line disconnect switch in On position (see Section 4-15 or 4-16). inoperative. Check and replace line fuse(s), if necessary, or reset circuit breaker (see Section 4-15 or 4-16). Check for proper input power connections (see Section 4-15 or 4-16). No weld output;...
SECTION 9 − HIGH FREQUENCY (HF) 9-1. Welding Processes Requiring High Frequency High-Frequency Voltage TIG − helps arc jump air gap between torch and workpiece and/ or stabilize the arc. Work Weld Zone 9-2. Correct Installation 50 ft 50 ft (15 m) (15 m) Ground All...
SECTION 10 − SETUP GUIDES FOR (GTAW) TIG WELDING 10-1. Typical GTAW Set-Ups A. AC − GTAW 1/8 in. Aluminum Set-Up Ammeter Encoder 207 694-A This symbol indicates which functions should be active for aluminum. • Turn power on (switch located on rear panel) Press Polarity switch pad until AC LED is lit •...
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B. DC - GTAW 16 Gauge Stainless Steel Set-Up Ammeter Encoder 207 694-A This symbol indicates which functions should be active for stainless steel. • Turn power on (switch located on rear panel) Press Polarity switch pad until DC LED is lit •...
SECTION 11 − SELECTING AND PREPARING A TUNGSTEN FOR DC OR AC WELDING WITH INVERTER MACHINES gtaw_Inverter_2010-04 Whenever possible and practical, use DC weld output instead of AC weld output. 11-1. Selecting Tungsten Electrode ( Wear Clean gloves To Prevent Contamination Of Tungsten ♦...
SECTION 12 − GUIDELINES FOR TIG WELDING (GTAW) 12-1. Positioning The Torch Grinding the tungsten electrode produces dust and flying sparks which can cause injury and start fires. Use local exhaust (forced ventilation) at the grinder or wear an approved respirator. Read MSDS for safety information.
12-2. Torch Movement During Welding Tungsten Without Filler Rod ° Welding direction Form pool Tilt torch Move torch to front of pool. Repeat process. Tungsten With Filler Rod ° ° Welding direction Form pool Tilt torch Add filler metal Remove rod Move torch to front of pool.
SECTION 13 − SETUP GUIDE FOR (SMAW) STICK WELDING 13-1. Front Panel Display For Stick DCEP (Direct Current Electrode Positive) Front Panel Correct front panel display for basic Stick DCEP welding. For all front panel switch pad controls: press switch pad to turn on light and enable function.
SECTION 14 − STICK WELDING (SMAW) GUIDELINES 14-1. Stick Welding Procedure Weld current starts when electrode touches work- piece. Equipment Needed: Tools Needed: Weld current can damage electronic parts in vehicles. Disconnect both battery cables before welding on a vehicle. Place work clamp as close to the weld as possible.
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14-2. Electrode and Amperage Selection Chart 6010 DEEP 3/32 MIN. PREP, ROUGH HIGH SPATTER 6011 DEEP 6010 5/32 & 6013 EP,EN GENERAL 3/16 6011 7/32 SMOOTH, EASY, 7014 EP,EN FAST 1/16 LOW HYDROGEN, 7018 5/64 STRONG 3/32 FLAT SMOOTH, EASY, 7024 EP,EN HORIZ...
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14-4. Positioning Electrode Holder End View Of Work Angle Side View Of Electrode Angle ° ° ° ° Groove Welds ° ° ° ° Fillet Welds S-0060 14-5. Poor Weld Bead Characteristics Large Spatter Deposits Rough, Uneven Bead Slight Crater During Welding Bad Overlap Poor Penetration S-0053-A...
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14-7. Conditions That Affect Weld Bead Shape Weld bead shape is affected electrode angle, length, travel speed, and thickness of base metal. Correct Angle Angle Too Large ° - ° Angle Too Small Electrode Angle Drag Spatter Arc Length Normal Too Long Too Short Travel Speed...
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14-9. Groove (Butt) Joints Tack Welds Prevent edges of joint from draw- ing together ahead of electrode by tack welding the materials in posi- tion before final weld. Square Groove Weld Good for materials up to 3/16 in. (5 mm) thick. Single V-Groove Weld Good for materials 3/16 −...
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14-12. Weld Test Vise Weld Joint Hammer Strike weld joint in direction shown. A good weld bends over but does not break. 2 To 3 in. (51-76 mm) 2 To 3 in. (51-76 mm) 1/4 in. (6.4 mm) S-0057-B 14-13. Troubleshooting Porosity −...
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Lack Of Penetration − shallow fusion between weld metal and base metal. Lack of Penetration Good Penetration Possible Causes Corrective Actions Improper joint preparation. Material too thick. Joint preparation and design must provide access to bottom of groove. Improper weld technique. Keep arc on leading edge of weld puddle.
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Hardware is common and not available unless listed. 803 425-A Figure 15-5. Windtunnel w/Components Item Dia. Part Mkgs. Description Quantity 210 162 Figure 15-5. Windtunnel w/Components (Figure 15-1 Item 4) ... . . 195645 .
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Hardware is common and not available unless listed. 803 426-D Figure 15-6. Heat Sink, Secondary Assembly Item Dia. Part Mkgs. Description Quantity Figure 15-6. Heat Sink, Secondary Assembly(Figure 15-5 Item 7) 232 851 ... . . 209984 .
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Hardware is common and not available unless listed. 803 394−A Figure 15-7. Base Assembly Item Dia. Part Mkgs. Description Quantity 207 689 Figure 15-7. Base Assembly (Figure 15-1 Item 5) ....207255 .
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Notes Work like a Pro! Pros weld and cut safely. Read the safety rules at the beginning of this manual. OM-245 730 Page 85...
SECTION 17 − CART PARTS LIST Hardware is common and not available unless listed. Item 4 can be mounted in alternative position if desired. 805 337-B Figure 17-1. Cart Main Assembly Item Dia. Part Mkgs. Description Quantity Figure 17-1. Cart Main Assembly .
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Effective January 1, 2010 (Equipment with a serial number preface of MA or newer) This limited warranty supersedes all previous Miller warranties and is exclusive with no other Warranty Questions? guarantees or warranties expressed or implied. LIMITED WARRANTY − Subject to the terms and conditions 90 Days —...
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