Professional Documents
Culture Documents
2009−10
Description
Portable Load Bank To Load Test AC
Or DC Welding Power Sources
Load Bank
Mil_Thank 2009−09
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions.
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Remove stick electrode from holder or cut off welding wire at
FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous. contact tip when not in use.
Wear oil-free protective garments such as leather gloves, heavy
Welding produces fumes and gases. Breathing shirt, cuffless trousers, high shoes, and a cap.
these fumes and gases can be hazardous to your
health. Remove any combustibles, such as a butane lighter or matches,
from your person before doing any welding.
Keep your head out of the fumes. Do not breathe the fumes.
After completion of work, inspect area to ensure it is free of sparks,
If inside, ventilate the area and/or use local forced ventilation at the glowing embers, and flames.
arc to remove welding fumes and gases.
Use only correct fuses or circuit breakers. Do not oversize or by-
If ventilation is poor, wear an approved air-supplied respirator. pass them.
Read and understand the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) Follow requirements in OSHA 1910.252 (a) (2) (iv) and NFPA 51B
and the manufacturer’s instructions for metals, consumables, for hot work and have a fire watcher and extinguisher nearby.
coatings, cleaners, and degreasers.
Work in a confined space only if it is well ventilated, or while FLYING METAL or DIRT can injure eyes.
wearing an air-supplied respirator. Always have a trained watch-
person nearby. Welding fumes and gases can displace air and Welding, chipping, wire brushing, and grinding
lower the oxygen level causing injury or death. Be sure the breath- cause sparks and flying metal. As welds cool,
ing air is safe. they can throw off slag.
Do not weld in locations near degreasing, cleaning, or spraying op- Wear approved safety glasses with side
erations. The heat and rays of the arc can react with vapors to form shields even under your welding helmet.
highly toxic and irritating gases.
Do not weld on coated metals, such as galvanized, lead, or
cadmium plated steel, unless the coating is removed from the weld BUILDUP OF GAS can injure or kill.
area, the area is well ventilated, and while wearing an air-supplied
respirator. The coatings and any metals containing these elements Shut off shielding gas supply when not in use.
can give off toxic fumes if welded. Always ventilate confined spaces or use
approved air-supplied respirator.
ARC RAYS can burn eyes and skin.
WELDING can cause fire or explosion. Wear approved ear protection if noise level is
high.
Welding on closed containers, such as tanks,
drums, or pipes, can cause them to blow up. Sparks
can fly off from the welding arc. The flying sparks, hot CYLINDERS can explode if damaged.
workpiece, and hot equipment can cause fires and
burns. Accidental contact of electrode to metal objects can cause Shielding gas cylinders contain gas under high
sparks, explosion, overheating, or fire. Check and be sure the area is pressure. If damaged, a cylinder can explode. Since
safe before doing any welding. gas cylinders are normally part of the welding
process, be sure to treat them carefully.
Remove all flammables within 35 ft (10.7 m) of the welding arc. If
this is not possible, tightly cover them with approved covers. Protect compressed gas cylinders from excessive heat, mechani-
Do not weld where flying sparks can strike flammable material. cal shocks, physical damage, slag, open flames, sparks, and arcs.
Install cylinders in an upright position by securing to a stationary
Protect yourself and others from flying sparks and hot metal.
support or cylinder rack to prevent falling or tipping.
Be alert that welding sparks and hot materials from welding can Keep cylinders away from any welding or other electrical circuits.
easily go through small cracks and openings to adjacent areas.
Never drape a welding torch over a gas cylinder.
Watch for fire, and keep a fire extinguisher nearby. Never allow a welding electrode to touch any cylinder.
Be aware that welding on a ceiling, floor, bulkhead, or partition can Never weld on a pressurized cylinder − explosion will result.
cause fire on the hidden side. Use only correct shielding gas cylinders, regulators, hoses, and fit-
Do not weld on closed containers such as tanks, drums, or pipes, tings designed for the specific application; maintain them and
unless they are properly prepared according to AWS F4.1 (see associated parts in good condition.
Safety Standards). Turn face away from valve outlet when opening cylinder valve.
Do not weld where the atmosphere may contain flammable dust, Keep protective cap in place over valve except when cylinder is in
gas, or liquid vapors (such as gasoline). use or connected for use.
Connect work cable to the work as close to the welding area as Use the right equipment, correct procedures, and sufficient num-
practical to prevent welding current from traveling long, possibly ber of persons to lift and move cylinders.
unknown paths and causing electric shock, sparks, and fire Read and follow instructions on compressed gas cylinders,
hazards. associated equipment, and Compressed Gas Association (CGA)
Do not use welder to thaw frozen pipes. publication P-1 listed in Safety Standards.
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1-3. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance
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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 & Safety Code Section 25249.5 et seq.) tive harm.
For Diesel Engines:
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead
and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. defects, and other reproductive harm.
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SECTION 2 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT UTILISATION
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Se protéger et protéger les autres contre le risque de blessure — lire et respecter ces consignes.
DANGER! − Indique une situation dangereuse qui si on Indique des instructions spécifiques.
l’évite pas peut donner la mort ou des blessures graves.
Les dangers possibles sont montrés par les symboles
joints ou sont expliqués dans le texte.
Indique une situation dangereuse qui si on l’évite pas
peut donner la mort ou des blessures graves. Les dan-
gers possibles sont montrés par les symboles joints ou Ce groupe de symboles veut dire Avertissement! Attention! DANGER
sont expliqués dans le texte. DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE, PIECES EN MOUVEMENT, et PIECES
CHAUDES. Consulter les symboles et les instructions ci-dessous y
NOTE − Indique des déclarations pas en relation avec des blessures afférant pour les actions nécessaires afin d’éviter le danger.
personnelles.
LES RAYONS DE L’ARC peuvent Utiliser exclusivement des fusibles ou coupe−circuits appropriés.
Ne pas augmenter leur puissance; ne pas les ponter.
provoquer des brûlures dans les
yeux et sur la peau. Une fois le travail achevé, assurez−vous qu’il ne reste aucune
trace d’étincelles incandescentes ni de flammes.
Le rayonnement de l’arc du procédé de soudage
Utiliser exclusivement des fusibles ou coupe−circuits appropriés.
génère des rayons visibles et invisibles intense
Ne pas augmenter leur puissance; ne pas les ponter.
(ultraviolets et infrarouges) susceptibles de provoquer des brûlure
dans les yeux et sur la peau. Des étincelles sont projetées pendant le Suivre les recommandations dans OSHA 1910.252(a)(2)(iv) et
soudage. NFPA 51B pour les travaux à chaud et avoir de la surveillance et un
extincteur à proximité.
Porter un casque de soudage approuvé muni de verres filtrants
approprié pour protéger visage et yeux pour protéger votre visage
et vos yeux pendant le soudage ou pour regarder (voir ANSI Z49.1
et Z87.1 énuméré dans les normes de sécurité). DES PIECES DE METAL ou DES
Porter des lunettes de sécurité avec écrans latéraux même sous
SALETES peuvent provoquer des
votre casque. blessures dans les yeux.
Avoir recours à des écrans protecteurs ou à des rideaux pour
Le soudage, l’écaillement, le passage de la pièce à la brosse en
protéger les autres contre les rayonnements les éblouissements
fil de fer, et le meulage génèrent des étincelles et des particules
et les étincelles ; prévenir toute personne sur les lieux de ne pas métalliques volantes. Pendant la période de refroidissement des
regarder l’arc.
soudures, elles risquent de projeter du laitier.
Porter des vêtements confectionnés avec des matières résistan- Porter des lunettes de sécurité avec écrans latéraux ou un écran
tes et ignifuges (cuir, coton lourd ou laine) et des bottes de facial.
protection.
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LES ACCUMULATIONS DE GAZ 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
Fermer l’alimentation du gaz protecteur en cas sous haute pression. Si une bouteille est endom-
de non-utilisation. magée, elle peut exploser. Du fait que les bouteilles
de gaz font normalement partie du procédé de
Veiller toujours à bien aérer les espaces confi- soudage, les manipuler avec précaution.
nés ou se servir d’un respirateur d’adduction
d’air homologué. Protéger les bouteilles de gaz comprimé d’une chaleur excessive,
des chocs mécaniques, des dommages physiques, du laitier, des
flammes ouvertes, des étincelles et des arcs.
Placer les bouteilles debout en les fixant dans un support station-
naire ou dans un porte-bouteilles pour les empêcher de tomber ou
Les CHAMPS ÉLECTROMAGNÉTIQUES (CEM) de se renverser.
peuvent affecter les implants médicaux.
Tenir les bouteilles éloignées des circuits de soudage ou autres
circuits électriques.
Les porteurs de stimulateurs cardiaques
et autres implants médicaux doivent rester Ne jamais placer une torche de soudage sur une bouteille à gaz.
à distance. Une électrode de soudage ne doit jamais entrer en contact avec
Les porteurs d’implants médicaux doivent consulter une bouteille.
leur médecin et le fabricant du dispositif avant de s’approcher Ne jamais souder une bouteille pressurisée − risque d’explosion.
de la zone où se déroule du soudage à l’arc, du soudage
Utiliser seulement des bouteilles de gaz protecteur, régulateurs,
par points, du gougeage, de la découpe plasma
tuyaux et raccords convenables pour cette application spécifique ;
ou une opération de chauffage par induction.
les maintenir ainsi que les éléments associés en bon état.
Détourner votre visage du détendeur-régulateur lorsque vous
ouvrez la soupape de la bouteille.
Le couvercle du détendeur doit toujours être en place, sauf lorsque
LE BRUIT peut endommager l’ouïe. la bouteille est utilisée ou qu’elle est reliée pour usage ultérieur.
Utiliser les équipements corrects, les bonnes procédures et suffi-
Le bruit des processus et des équipements peut samment de personnes pour soulever et déplacer les bouteilles.
affecter l’ouïe.
Lire et suivre les instructions sur les bouteilles de gaz comprimé,
Porter des protections approuvées pour les l’équipement connexe et le dépliant P-1 de la CGA (Compressed
oreilles si le niveau sonore est trop élevé. Gas Association) mentionné dans les principales normes de sécu-
rité.
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Les PIÈCES MOBILES peuvent LE RAYONNEMENT HAUTE
causer des blessures. FRÉQUENCE (H.F.) risque de
Ne pas s’approcher des organes mobiles. provoquer des interférences.
Ne pas s’approcher des points de coincement 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 et les ordi-
LES FILS DE SOUDAGE peuvent nateurs.
provoquer des blessures. Demander seulement à des personnes qualifiées familiarisées
Ne pas appuyer sur la gâchette avant d’en avec des équipements électroniques de faire fonctionner l’installa-
avoir reçu l’instruction. tion.
Ne pas diriger le pistolet vers soi, d’autres L’utilisateur est tenu de faire corriger rapidement par un électricien
personnes ou toute pièce mécanique en qualifié les interférences résultant de l’installation.
engageant le fil de soudage. Si le FCC signale des interférences, arrêter immédiatement l’ap-
pareil.
Effectuer régulièrement le contrôle et l’entretien de l’installation.
Les PIÈCES MOBILES peuvent Maintenir soigneusement fermés les portes et les panneaux des
causer des blessures. sources de haute fréquence, maintenir les éclateurs à une distan-
S’abstenir de toucher des organes mobiles tels ce correcte et utiliser une terre et un blindage pour réduire les
interférences éventuelles.
que des ventilateurs.
Maintenir fermés et verrouillés les portes,
panneaux, recouvrements et dispositifs de LE SOUDAGE À L’ARC risque de
protection. provoquer des interférences.
Lorsque cela est nécessaire pour des travaux d’entretien et de L’énergie électromagnétique risque de
dépannage, faire retirer les portes, panneaux, recouvrements provoquer des interférences pour l’équipement
ou dispositifs de protection uniquement par du personnel qua- électronique sensible tel que les ordinateurs et
lifié. l’équipement commandé par ordinateur tel que
Remettre les portes, panneaux, recouvrements ou dispositifs de les robots.
protection quand l’entretien est terminé et avant de rebrancher
Veiller à ce que tout l’équipement de la zone de soudage soit
l’alimentation électrique.
compatible électromagnétiquement.
Pour réduire la possibilité d’interférence, maintenir les câbles de
LIRE LES INSTRUCTIONS. soudage aussi courts que possible, les grouper, et les poser
aussi bas que possible (ex. par terre).
Lire et appliquer les instructions sur les
Veiller à souder à une distance de 100 mètres de tout équipe-
étiquettes et le Mode d’emploi avant l’instal-
ment électronique sensible.
lation, l’utilisation ou l’entretien de l’appareil.
Lire les informations de sécurité au début du Veiller à ce que ce poste de soudage soit posé et mis à la terre
manuel et dans chaque section. conformément à ce mode d’emploi.
N’utiliser que les pièces de rechange recommandées par le En cas d’interférences après avoir pris les mesures précéden-
constructeur. tes, il incombe à l’utilisateur de prendre des mesures supplé-
mentaires telles que le déplacement du poste, l’utilisation de câ-
Effectuer l’entretien en respectant les manuels d’utilisation, les bles blindés, l’utilisation de filtres de ligne ou la pose de protec-
normes industrielles et les codes nationaux, d’état et locaux. teurs dans la zone de travail.
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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,
and Cutting, American Welding Society Standard AWS F4.1, de Global P.O. Box 9101, Quincy, MA 02269-9101 (téléphone : 617-770-3000,
Engineering Documents (téléphone : 1-877-413-5184, site internet : site Internet : www.nfpa.org).
www.global.ihs.com).
OSHA, Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General
National Electrical Code, NFPA Standard 70, de National Fire Protec- Industry, Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 1910,
tion Association, Quincy, MA 02269 (téléphone : 800-344-3555, site Subpart Q, and Part 1926, Subpart J, de U.S. Government Printing
Internet : www.nfpa.org et www.sparky.org). Office, Superintendent of Documents, P.O. Box 371954, Pittsburgh, PA
Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Cylinders, CGA Pamphlet P-1, 15250-7954 (téléphone : 1-866-512-1800) (il y a 10 bureaux
de Compressed Gas Association, 4221 Walney Road, 5th Floor, Chan- régionaux−le téléphone de la région 5, Chicago, est 312-353-2220, site
tilly, VA 20151 (téléphone : 703-788-2700, site Internet : Internet : www.osha.gov).
www.cganet.com). U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), 4330 East West
Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, CSA Standard Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814 (téléphone : 301-504-7923, site inter-
W117.2, de Canadian Standards Association, Standards Sales, 5060 net : www.cpsc.gov).
Spectrum Way, Suite 100, Ontario, Canada L4W 5NS (téléphone : Applications Manual for the Revised NIOSH Lifting Equation, The
800-463-6727, site internet : www.csa-international.org). National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), 1600
Safe Practice For Occupational And Educational Eye And Face Protec- Clifton Rd, Atlanta, GA 30333 (télé[hone : 1-800-232-4636, site internet:
tion, ANSI Standard Z87.1, de American National Standards Institute, www.cdc.gov/NIOSH).
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SECTION 3 − SPECIFICATIONS
3-1. Specifications
Specification Description
Overall Dimensions Length: 30 in. (762 mm); Width: 22 in. (559 mm); Height: 37-3/4 in. (959 mm) Including Casters
SECTION 4 − INSTALLATION
18 in.
(460 mm)
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4-2. Cable Connections To Welding Equipment
A. Cable Preparation And Connecting Cables To Load Bank
! Disconnect load bank power
cord from receptacle before
connecting cables.
1 Cables
Obtain proper output cables (see
welding power source Owner’s
Manual to determine correct cable
size).
2 1/2 In Lugs
Obtain and install 1/2 in lugs onto
one end of each cable.
3 Connectors
Obtain the proper type connectors
for the welding power source being
3 connected to (connectors listed be-
low), and install the connectors to
the remaining ends of the output
cables per the instructions provided
with the connectors.
Connectors available through the
Miller Parts Department:
4 • Thunderbolt® connectors: (#039
901 male) (#039 611 female)
• Lug connectors: Hammer-On
Lugs (1/0-2/0 Bernard #L22)
1
• Dinse Twistlock: (#129 527 male)
(#129 526 female)
• Cam-Lok Twistlock: (#039 629
male) (#039 633 female)
2 • Bernard Twistlock also available:
Contact factory for specific ap-
plications.
4 Load Bank Terminals
Remove center panel, and connect
output cable ends with 1/2 in lugs to
Load Bank terminals as shown.
Install center panel.
Proceed to Section B.
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B. Connecting Cables To Welding Equipment
! Disconnect load bank power
cord from receptacle and turn
off welding power source or
stop engine on welding gener-
ator before connecting cables.
Jack Plug Connections 1 Welding Power Source Output
Terminals
2 Cables With Connectors
Connect cables to AC or DC output
terminals. Polarity is not important.
1
2
2 1
2
1
Dinse Connections
1
2
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4-3. Input Power Connections
1 115 VAC Plug
2 115 VAC Receptacle
An individual branch circuit capable
of carrying 15 amperes, and pro-
tected by fuses or circuit breakers is
required. Recommended circuit
breaker size is 25 amperes.
2
Connect input power plug to proper
115 VAC receptacle.
1
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SECTION 5 − OPERATION
5-1. Controls
1 1 Voltmeter
2
Displays DC or AC (RMS) load volt-
age to the nearest 0.1 volt.
2 Ammeter
Displays load amperage to nearest
ampere.
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5-3. Load Switches
1 Load Switches
Use switches to select desired load
amperage.
Load amperage is total of two
switch settings. All load amperages
are at 50 volts.
Set switches to approximate load
required before turning on welding
equipment. Adjust settings as
needed.
Example:
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5-5. Rated Output Testing Procedure
! This procedure requires that the load bank and welding power source/welding generator electrical power be ON.
For this procedure, the load bank is used to determine if a welding power source or welding generator is supplying rated output. Rated output
usually indicates the welding power source or welding generator is working correctly. To check rated output, proceed as follows:
NOTICE − High frequency can damage meters. If welding power source/welding generator is equipped with high frequency, turn it off.
• Prepare and connect cables to the load bank (see Section 4-2A) unless cables are already connected
• Make sure welding power source/welding generator to be tested is turned off, and contactor switch, if applicable, is off.
• Connect leads from load bank to welding power source/welding generator output studs. Polarity is not important. (see Section 4-2B).
• Plug load bank power cord into receptacle (see Section 4-3), and turn fan motor switch on (see Section 5-4).
• Set load bank load-switches to 100 amps more than the welding power source/welding generator is rated for (this information is usually found
on the welding power source/welding generator rating label).
NOTICE − Failure to set load bank load-switches higher than the expected measured current may shorten switch life.
• Turn on welding power source/welding generator, and if applicable, switch contactor to On position.
• Adjust output of welding power source/welding generator to achieve rated output. It may be necessary to readjust load bank load-switches.
To extend life of load bank switches, turn off welding power source/welding generator contactor if applicable, or turn amperage to minimum
before adjusting switches.
NOTICE − Check load bank cables for overheating. It may be necessary to use larger size cables.
• When finished with rated output test, turn welding power source/welding generator contactor switch to Off position, and then turn load bank
load-switches to Off position.
NOTICE − If welding power source/welding generator does not have a contactor switch, turn output to minimum before turning load bank load-
switches to Off position.
NOTICE − Allow a cool-down period for both the load bank and welding power source/welding generator before turning power off .
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6-2. Digital Meter Calibration
! This procedure requires elec-
trical power to be ON.
Remove top cover. Be sure input
power plug is secure before calibrat-
2 ing meters.
1 1 Voltmeter
2 Ammeter
3 Digital Meter Board PC1
PC1 is located behind upper front
panel.
Top View
R70 3
000
Volts (±0.5)
R64 R71 3
00.0 000
Volts Amperes
Step 2. Adjust R64 for voltage gain Step 3. Adjust R71 for amperage gain
to match external calibrated to match external calibrated
meter using load bank set at meter using load bank set at
desired load desired load
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6-3. Troubleshooting
Trouble Remedy
Unit completely inoperative; no meter Be sure input power cord is plugged in and that receptacle is receiving input power (see Section 4-3).
displays; pilot light off; fans do not run.
No meter displays. Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check meter modules and digital meter board PC1.
Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check meter modules and digital meter board PC1.
Load switches do not change load. Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check load switches and internal resistors.
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SECTION 7 − ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM
132 780
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SECTION 8 − PARTS LIST
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5
13
14
Fig 7-3
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Fig 7-2
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16
17
18
1
20
19
22
21
090 318-B
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Item Dia. Part
No. Mkgs. No. Description Quantity
+When ordering a component originally displaying a precautionary label, the label should also be ordered.
BE SURE TO PROVIDE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER WHEN ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS.
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13
4
3
5 6
2 11
7
10
1
9
8
14
28
15
27
26
25
16
17
20
21 18
19
22
24 23
090 317-B
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Item Dia. Part
No. Mkgs. No. Description Quantity
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Item Part
No. No. Description Quantity
4
3
1
7
10
12
11 082 918-B
BE SURE TO PROVIDE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER WHEN ORDERING REPLACEMENT PARTS.
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Notes
Notes
Effective January 1, 2009
(Equipment with a serial number preface of LK 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 * Induction Heating Coils and Blankets, Cables, and
Call below, Miller Electric Mfg. Co., Appleton, Wisconsin, warrants to Non-Electronic Controls
1-800-4-A-MILLER its original retail purchaser that new Miller equipment sold after
the effective date of this limited warranty is free of defects in
* APT & SAF Model Plasma Cutting Torches
for your local material and workmanship at the time it is shipped by Miller. THIS * Remote Controls
WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER * Accessory (Kits)
Miller distributor. WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE * Replacement Parts (No labor)
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS. * Spoolmate Spoolguns
Within the warranty periods listed below, Miller will repair or * Canvas Covers
Your distributor also gives replace any warranted parts or components that fail due to such Miller’s True Blue® Limited Warranty shall not apply to:
you ... defects in material or workmanship. Miller must be notified in
writing within thirty (30) days of such defect or failure, at which 1. Consumable components; such as contact tips,
Service time Miller will provide instructions on the warranty claim cutting nozzles, contactors, brushes, slip rings,
You always get the fast, procedures to be followed. relays, work station table tops and welding
reliable response you curtains, or parts that fail due to normal wear.
Miller shall honor warranty claims on warranted equipment listed
need. Most replacement below in the event of such a failure within the warranty time (Exception: brushes, slip rings, and relays are
periods. All warranty time periods start on the delivery date of the covered on Bobcat, Trailblazer, and Legend
parts can be in your
equipment to the original end-user purchaser, and not to exceed models.)
hands in 24 hours.
one year after the equipment is shipped to a North American 2. Items furnished by Miller, but manufactured by others,
Support distributor or eighteen months after the equipment is shipped to such as engines or trade accessories. These items are
Need fast answers to the an International distributor. covered by the manufacturer’s warranty, if any.
tough welding questions? 1. 5 Years Parts — 3 Years Labor 3. Equipment that has been modified by any party other
Contact your distributor. than Miller, or equipment that has been improperly
* Original main power rectifiers only to include SCRs,
The expertise of the diodes, and discrete rectifier modules installed, improperly operated or misused based upon
distributor and Miller is industry standards, or equipment which has not had
there to help you, every 2. 3 Years — Parts and Labor
reasonable and necessary maintenance, or equipment
step of the way. * Transformer/Rectifier Power Sources which has been used for operation outside of the
* Plasma Arc Cutting Power Sources specifications for the equipment.
* Process Controllers MILLER PRODUCTS ARE INTENDED FOR PURCHASE AND
* Semi-Automatic and Automatic Wire Feeders USE BY COMMERCIAL/INDUSTRIAL USERS AND PERSONS
* Inverter Power Sources (Unless Otherwise Stated) TRAINED AND EXPERIENCED IN THE USE AND
MAINTENANCE OF WELDING EQUIPMENT.
* Water Coolant Systems (Integrated)
In the event of a warranty claim covered by this warranty, the
* Intellitig
exclusive remedies shall be, at Miller’s option: (1) repair; or (2)
* Engine Driven Welding Generators replacement; or, where authorized in writing by Miller in
(NOTE: Engines are warranted separately by the appropriate cases, (3) the reasonable cost of repair or
engine manufacturer.) replacement at an authorized Miller service station; or (4)
3. 1 Year — Parts and Labor Unless Specified payment of or credit for the purchase price (less reasonable
depreciation based upon actual use) upon return of the goods at
* Motor Driven Guns (w/exception of Spoolmate customer’s risk and expense. Miller’s option of repair or
Spoolguns) replacement will be F.O.B., Factory at Appleton, Wisconsin, or
* Positioners and Controllers F.O.B. at a Miller authorized service facility as determined by
* Automatic Motion Devices Miller. Therefore no compensation or reimbursement for
transportation costs of any kind will be allowed.
* RFCS Foot Controls
* Induction Heating Power Sources, Coolers, and TO THE EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW, THE REMEDIES
Electronic PROVIDED HEREIN ARE THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE
Controls/Recorders REMEDIES. IN NO EVENT SHALL MILLER BE LIABLE FOR
DIRECT, INDIRECT, SPECIAL, INCIDENTAL OR
* Water Coolant Systems (Non-Integrated) CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES (INCLUDING LOSS OF
* Flowgauge and Flowmeter Regulators (No Labor) PROFIT), WHETHER BASED ON CONTRACT, TORT OR ANY
* HF Units OTHER LEGAL THEORY.
* Grids ANY EXPRESS WARRANTY NOT PROVIDED HEREIN AND
* Spot Welders ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY, GUARANTY OR
REPRESENTATION AS TO PERFORMANCE, AND ANY
* Load Banks REMEDY FOR BREACH OF CONTRACT TORT OR ANY
* Fume Extractors OTHER LEGAL THEORY WHICH, BUT FOR THIS
* Arc Stud Power Sources & Arc Stud Guns PROVISION, MIGHT ARISE BY IMPLICATION, OPERATION
* Racks OF LAW, CUSTOM OF TRADE OR COURSE OF DEALING,
INCLUDING ANY IMPLIED WARRANTY OF
* Running Gear/Trailers MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR
* ICE Plasma Cutting Torches (No Labor) PURPOSE, WITH RESPECT TO ANY AND ALL EQUIPMENT
* Field Options FURNISHED BY MILLER IS EXCLUDED AND DISCLAIMED
(NOTE: Field options are covered under True Blue® BY MILLER.
for the remaining warranty period of the product they Some states in the U.S.A. do not allow limitations of how long an
are installed in, or for a minimum of one year — implied warranty lasts, or the exclusion of incidental, indirect,
whichever is greater.) special or consequential damages, so the above limitation or
* Bernard-Branded Mig Guns (No Labor) exclusion may not apply to you. This warranty provides specific
legal rights, and other rights may be available, but may vary from
* Weldcraft-Branded TIG Torches (No Labor) state to state.
* Subarc Wire Drive Assemblies
In Canada, legislation in some provinces provides for certain
* Work Stations/Weld Tables (No Labor) additional warranties or remedies other than as stated herein,
4. 6 Months — Batteries and to the extent that they may not be waived, the limitations and
exclusions set out above may not apply. This Limited Warranty
5. 90 Days — Parts provides specific legal rights, and other rights may be available,
* MIG Guns and Subarc (SAW) Guns but may vary from province to province.
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Owner’s Record
Please complete and retain with your personal records.
Distributor
Address
City
State Zip
For Service
Contact a DISTRIBUTOR or SERVICE AGENCY near you.
Contact the Delivering Carrier to: File a claim for loss or damage during
shipment.
For assistance in filing or settling claims, contact
your distributor and/or equipment manufacturer’s
Transportation Department.
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS − PRINTED IN USA © 2009 Miller Electric Mfg. Co. 2009−01