Instruction/ maintenance manual of the product OM-950 Hobart Welding Products
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Processes 235 AC And 235/160 AC/DC OM-950 218 245B August 2005 Description Arc Welding Power Source Stick (SMAW ) W elding AC Models: AC/DC Models: STICKMA TE LX R.
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T ABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1. Symbol Usage 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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OM-950 Page 1 SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING som _3/05 Y W arning: Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions. 1-1. Symbol Usage Means W arning! W atch Out! There are possible hazards with this procedure! The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols.
OM-950 Page 2 Arc rays from the w elding process produce intense visible and invisible (ultraviolet and infrared) rays that can burn eyes and skin. Sparks fly of f from the weld.
OM-950 Page 3 1-3. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance FIRE OR EXPLOSION hazard. D Do not install or place unit on, over , or near combustible surfaces. D Do not install unit near flammables. D Do not overload building wiring − be sure power supply system is properly sized, rated, and protected to handle this unit.
OM-950 Page 4 1-5. Principal Safety Standards Safety i n W elding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, ANSI Standard Z49.1, from Global Engineering Documents (phone: 1-877-413-5184, website: www .
OM-950 Page 5 SECTION 2 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE A V ANT UTILISA TION fre_som _3/05 Y A vertissement : se protéger et protéger les autres contre le risque de blessure — lire et respecter ces consignes.
OM-950 Page 6 Le rayonnement de l’arc du procédé de soudage génère des rayons visibles et invisibles intenses (ultraviolets et infrarouges) susceptibles de provo- quer des brûlures dans les yeux et sur la peau. Des étincelles sont projetées pendant le soudage.
OM-950 Page 7 2-3 . Dangers s uppléme nt aire s en r e lation avec l’insta llation, le f onctionneme nt e t la m aintena nce Risque D’INCENDIE OU D’EXPLO- SION. D Ne pas placer l’appareil sur , au-dessus ou à proximité de surfaces inflammables.
OM-950 Page 8 2-5. Princi pales nor mes de sécu rit é Safety i n W elding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, ANSI Standard Z49.1, de Global Engineering Documents (téléphone : 1-877-413-5184, site In- ternet : www .
OM-950 Page 9 SECTION 3 − DEFINITIONS 3-1. Symbols And Definitions A Amperes Single Phase Do Not Switch Under Load Input On Of f Output Hz Hertz Alternating Current Electrode Positive Electrode Negative Direct Current W elding Arc V V olts W ork Electrode 3-2.
OM-950 Page 10 SECTION 4 − INST ALLA TION 4-1. Specifications AC/DC Models Mode Rated W elding Out p ut Amperage Ran g e Maximum Open- Circuit Amperes Input at Rated Load Output 50 Or 60 Hz, Single-.
OM-950 Page 1 1 4-2. Duty Cycle Charts A. For AC/DC Models 2 Minutes W elding 8 Minutes Resting 086 727 Duty Cycle is percentage of 10 minutes that unit can weld at rated load without overheating. Y 2 0% Duty Cycle at 225 Amperes. Ex- ceeding duty cycle can damage unit and void warranty .
OM-950 Page 12 4-3. V olt-Ampere Curves A. For AC/DC Models 193 509 / 193 510 The volt-ampere curves show the minimum and maximum voltage and amperage output capabilities.
OM-950 Page 13 B. For AC Models 193 508 The volt-ampere curves show the minimum and maximum voltage and amperage output capabilities. Curves of other settings fall be- tween the curves shown. 0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 AC Amperes AC V olts A=LOW RANGE B=HIGH RANGE A A BB For 235A Models 4-4.
OM-950 Page 14 4-5. Installing Electrode Holder And Work Clamp Y T urn Off unit and disconnect input power before installing electrode holder or work clamp. Removing Barrel From Electrode Holder 1 Electrode Holder 2 Barrel 3 Access Hole 4 Set Screw Loosen set screw through access hole and slide barrel away from electrode holder .
OM-950 Page 15 4-6. W eld Output Cables For weld output cable replacements or ex tensions, contact your Factory Authorized Service Agent. NOTE 4-7. Electrical Service Guide 50/60 Hz Single Phase Input V oltage 230 Input Amperes At Rated Output 47.
OM-950 Page 16 4-8. Connecting Input Power 802 246-A 1 =GND/PE Earth Ground 4 1 3 2 Y Disconnect and lockout/tag- ou t input power before instal- ling receptacle. Y Have only qualified persons make this installation. See rating label in Section 4 - 4, and be sure to supply correct in- put power .
OM-950 Page 17 SECTION 5 − OPERA TION 5-1. Controls A. Controls For AC/DC Models Ref. 190 600-B / 802 105-D 1 Amperage Adjustment Control 2 Power Switch 3 Mode Switch For DC Weld Output Use mode switch to select polarity of dc output, Electrode Posi- tive/DCEP (+),or Electrode Nega- tive/DCEN ( − ).
OM-950 Page 18 B. Controls For AC Models Ref. 190 599-A / 802 105-D 1 Amperage Adjustment Control 2 Power Switch 3 Mode Switch Use mode switch to select ac low range or high range output.
OM-950 Page 19 SECTION 6 − MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING 6-1. Routine Maintenance Y Disconnect power before maintaining. 3 Months Replace Unreadable Labels Repair Or Replace Cracked Cables 6 Months 12 Months Blow Out Or V acuum Inside, During Heavy Service, Clean Monthly OR Lubricate Shunt Block (See Section 6-2) 6-2.
OM-950 Page 20 6-3. Reinstalling Amperage Adjustment Indicator 804 293-A / Ref. 802 248-D / Ref. 190 599-A Y T urn Off welding power source and disconnect input power .
OM-950 Page 21 6-4. T roubleshooting T rouble Remedy No weld output; fan does not run. Be sure line disconnect switch is in On position (see Section 4-8). Check and replace line fuses if open. Reset breakers if necessary (see Section 4-8). Fan does not run; weld output okay .
OM-950 Page 22 SECTION 7 − ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS 191 364 Figure 7-1. Circuit Diagram For AC/DC (230 V olts) Models 191 362 WORK 230 PRI SEC T1 GRN VOL T ONL Y S2 AC HIGH AC LOW ELECTRODE PLG1 FM S1 Figure 7-2.
OM-950 Page 23 SECTION 8 − WELDING METHODS & TROUBLESHOOTING mod5.1* 9/92 A. W elding Methods 8-1. Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMA W) Procedure 151 593 1 W orkpiece Make sure workpiece is clean before welding. 2 Work Clamp Place as close to the weld as possible.
OM-950 Page 24 8-2. Electrode And Amperage Selection Chart Ref. 087 985-A 3/32 1/8 5/32 3/16 7/32 1/4 1/16 5/64 3/32 1/8 5/32 3/16 7/32 1/4 3/32 1/8 5/32 3/16 7/32 1/4 3/32 1/8 5/32 3/16 7/32 1/4 3/32.
OM-950 Page 25 8-3. Striking An Arc S-0049 / S-0050 1 Electrode 2 W orkpiece 3 Arc Drag electrode across workpiece like striking a match; lift electrode slightly after touching work. If arc goes out electrode was lifted to high. If electrode sticks to work- piece, use a quick twist to free it.
OM-950 Page 26 8-5. W eld Bead Characteristics Ref. S-0052-B 1 Large Spatter Deposits 2 Rough, Uneven Bead 3 Slight Crater During W elding 4 Bad Overlap 5 Poor Penetration 1 Fine Spatter 2 Uniform Bead 3 Moderate Crater During W elding W eld a new bead or layer for each 1/8 in (3.
OM-950 Page 27 8-7. Electrode Movement During W elding S-0054-A 1 Stringer Bead − Steady Move- ment Along Seam 2 Weave Bead − Side T o Side Movement Along Seam 3 Weave Patterns Us e weave patterns to cover a wide area in one pass of the electrode.
OM-950 Page 28 8-9. Lap Joints S-0063 / S-0064 1 Electrode 2 Single-Layer Fillet W eld Move electrode in circular motion. 3 Multi-Layer Fillet Weld W eld a second layer when a larger fillet is n eeded. Remove slag before making another weld pass. Weld both sides of joint for maximum strength.
OM-950 Page 29 T able 6-2. Excessive Spatter Excessive Spatter − scattering of molten metal particles that cool to solid form near weld bead. Possible Causes Corrective Actions Amperage too high for electrode. Decrease amperage or select larger electrode.
OM-950 Page 30 T able 6-5. Excessive Penetration Good Penetration Excessive Penetration − weld metal melt- ing through base metal and hanging un- derneath weld. Excessive Penetration Possible Causes Corrective Actions Excessive heat input. Select lower amperage.
OM-950 Page 31 Notes 400 T rade Square East, T roy , Ohio 45373 1-800-332-9448 www.welding.org Over 80,000 trained since 1930! Start Y our Pr ofessional W elding Car eer Now!.
OM-950 Page 32 SECTION 9 − P ARTS LIST 802 245-F . Hardware is common and not available unless listed. 27 7 6 8 5 4 11 10 23 3 14 18 25 24 22 22 21 20 19 18 17 16 15 13 12 9 2 1 26 Figure 9-1.
OM-950 Page 33 Description Part No. Dia. Mkgs. Item No. Figure 9-1. Main Assembly Quantity 1 224 794 LABEL, gen precautionary (electrode) 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 217 732 LABEL,Warning General Precautionary (En/Fr) V ert 1 .
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