Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product 97717 Chicago Electric
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ARC STICK WELDER - 70 AMP Model 97717 SET UP AND OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally . Due to continuing improvements, actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein. Distributed exclusively by Harbor Freight T ools ® .
Page 2 SKU 97717 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. CONTENTS IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION ..................................................... 3 GENERAL SAFETY RULES ................................................................
Page 3 SKU 97717 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SA VE THIS MANUAL Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly , operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures.
Page 4 SKU 97717 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Do not touch exposed electrical b. parts. Do not expose power tools to rain c. or wet conditions. W ater entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock. Do not abuse the cord.
Page 5 SKU 97717 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Use the power tool, accessories and f. tool bits etc., in accordance with these instructions and in the manner intended for the particular type of power tool, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed.
Page 6 SKU 97717 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. avoid electrical shock. • Any power cord must be properly grounded. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) should also be implemented – it prevents sustained electrical shock. W ARNING: This product, when used 1 1.
Page 7 SKU 97717 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Do not dispose of hot slag in • containers holding combustible materials. Keep a re extinguisher nearby and know how to use it. After spot welding, make a • thorough examination for evidence of re.
Page 8 SKU 97717 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. W ARNING INHALA TION HAZARD: Welding and Plasma Cutting Produce TOXIC FUMES. Exposure to welding or cutting exhaust fumes can increase the risk of developing certain cancers, such as cancer of the larynx and lung cancer .
Page 9 SKU 97717 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. SPECIFICA TIONS Electrical Requirements 120 V~ / 60 Hz Power Plug: 20 Amp/3 Prong / Grounded Input Current 20 Amps Power Switch T .
Page 10 SKU 97717 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. install a 120 volt, 20 Amp, 3-hole, grounded electrical outlet. (See Figure B.) OPERA TING INSTRUCTIONS Read the ENTIRE IMPORT ANT SAFETY INFORMA TION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product.
Page 1 1 SKU 97717 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. cycle (at 70 Amps), actual welding can occur for one minute and then the welder must cool for nine minutes . At a 20% duty cycle (at 50 Amps), welding can occur for 2 minutes and then the welder must cool for 8 minutes .
Page 12 SKU 97717 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Switch (13) to its “OFF” position and wait about 10 minutes. Then restart the Welder . (See Assy . Diagram.) When the weld is complete, lift the 1 1. electrode clearly away from any grounded object.
Page 13 SKU 97717 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Problem Possible Causes Possible Solutions Welder does not “hum” when turned on. No power at electrical outlet. 1. Broken or damaged Power Cord. 2. Check circuit fuse or circuit breaker .
Page 14 SKU 97717 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. P ARTS LIST AND ASSEMBL Y DIAGRAM Part # Description Qty . Part # Description Qty . 1 Cord Strain Relief (1.0mm) 1 13 Power Switch (Y ellow) 1 2 Screw (ST3.9x13) 18 14 Cord Strain Relief (3.
Page 15 SKU 97717 For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353. Record Product’ s Serial Number Here: Note: If product has no serial number , record month and year of purchase instead. Note: Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only , and are not available individually as replacement parts.
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