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(2)
Stopping Engine. (See figure 2-32.)
(a)
Remove all weld and power loads from the unit.
(b)
Place automatic idle control switch in AUTO IDLE ON position.
(c)
Operate the engine at idle speed for 2 minutes.
(d)
Pull the run/stop control fully to STOP position. When engine stops, place run/stop control in RUN
position.
(3)
Shielded Metal-Arc Welding. (See figure 2-32.)
WARNING
Arc rays, hot slag, and sparks can burn the eyes and skin. Noise can damage hearing. Hot metal,
spatter, slag, and exhaust or arc sparks can cause fire. Use welding mask and protective covering.
CAUTION
Do not change position of range switch while welding or under load. Failure to follow this caution may
result in damage to equipment.
(a)
Rotate the range switch to desired position. Range switch provides seven coarse amperage ranges.
Range is indicated on scale surrounding the range switch handle.
(b)
Rotate the fine amperage control to desired setting. Scale surrounding control is calibrated in
percentage of the scale and does not indicate an actual amperage value.
(c)
Place the weld/power switch in WELD Position.
(d)
Connect work clamp to the object to be welded. Place an electrode, appropriate for the material to be
welded, into the electrode holder.
(e)
Start engine per instructions in paragraph "c", step (1) above.
(f)
Connect the desired accessory equipment to 115 vac receptacle. Make sure that auxiliary equipment
is turned off or disconnected.
CAUTION
Do not operate equipment rated only for 50 or 60 Hz from this receptacle. Use receptacle power only for
operating incandescent lights, universal power tools, and resistance heaters without fans.
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