Chicago Electric 40388 - Manuals

Page 2 - SpeciFicAtiOnS; Features; SAFety WArningS And precAutiOnS; Read all instructions before using this tool!

Page - SKU: 40388 SpeciFicAtiOnS Input Power 115/30 V~ , 4 A Maximum Amperage Output 10 A Electrode Sizes (Note: Electrodes not included) 1/16” to 5/64” (115V) 1/16” to 3/3” (30V) Features This is a high-quality hobby arc welder, delivering up to 140 Amps welding current. It will hold electrodes siz...

Page 3 - Do not operate tool if under the influence of alcohol or drugs

Page 3- SKU: 40388 use eye and ear protection . Wear ANSI-approved impact safety goggles at all times. Wear a full face shield if you are producing metal filings or wood chips. Wear an ANSI approved dust mask or respirator when working around metal, wood, and chemical dusts and mists. do not overrea...

Page 4 - Safety Warnings and precautions for Arc Welding; Fire or explosion precautions; these safety considerations while using your spot welder.; electric Shock Hazard precautions; shock while using your welder.

Page 4- SKU: 40388 Safety Warnings and precautions for Arc Welding WArning! Arc Welding can be Hazardous. it is your responsibility to operate this equipment in a safe manner. Fire or explosion precautions Arc welding creates heat and sparks. These can cause fire or explosion. Please follow these sa...

Page 5 - personal Safety precautions; they can cause a fire.; inhalation Hazard; Welding/plasma cutting produces tOxic FuMeS and gASSeS.; exposure to welding or cutting gasses can increase the risk of; Inflammation of the small intestine or stomach; wearing an AnSi approved respirator, are eSSentiAl to reduce the

Page 5- SKU: 40388 personal Safety precautions Flying Sparks can cause injury, and Hot Materials can cause burns. Please wear appropri - ate safety clothing, and observe precautions to prevent burns or injury to yourself or others. Wear ANSI approved safety goggles or glasses when using this equipme...

Page 6 - Arc Welder ASSeMbly; installing the Handle; of the HANDLE onto the slots on top of the

Page 6- SKU: 40388 Arc Welder ASSeMbly installing the Handle Locate the HANDLE (7) and SCREW (8).Slide the HANDLE (7) onto the top of the CASE (6), indexing the tabs on the underside of the HANDLE onto the slots on top of the CASE, as indicated by lines (A) in Figure 1.Insert the SCREW (8) through t...

Page 7 - installing the electrode Handle; Figure 3. Installing the

Page 7- SKU: 40388 installing the electrode Handle Figure 3. Installing the Electrode Handle Locate the ELECTRODE CABLE (5), as shown in the parts diagram, and the Elec- trode Handle as shown in figure 3, Step 1 above. Slide the Handle Grip off the Electrode Handle, as shown in Step above.Insert the...

Page 8 - selected voltage which will fit your wall outlet.; 15 Volt installation 230 Volt installation

Page 8- SKU: 40388 installing the power plugnote: This Arc Welder is equipped to operate with either 115 or 30 Volt power supply. Standard “household” current in the U.S. is 110-10 Volts. If you will be using a “household” outlet, follow directions for 115 Volt wiring. Electric service for applianc-...

Page 9 - Wiring diagram

Page 9- SKU: 40388 Wiring diagram 115/230 V~ 115 V~: b - M 230 V~: M - n b=White n=red M=black reV 07i, 07j

Page 10 - electrical Hazards; anything that you do not intend to weld.; Fumes and gasses; splatter that may fly or drip from the workpiece.; Arc light

Page 10- SKU: 40388 preparing a Safe Workplace environment to Avoid Hazardous conditions The primary hazards to be managed when using Arc Welding equipment include Electric Shock, Fumes and Gasses, Sparks and Fire, Arc Light, and Tools and Equipment in the Work Area. electrical Hazards Work only in ...

Page 11 - general Workplace cautions; Always be aware of the risk of fire caused by sparks and splatter.; preparing the Workpiece for Welding; confuse these with “MIG Wire” which is used in a different process.

Page 11- SKU: 40388 general Workplace cautions Prepare and maintain a safe, uncluttered workplace. Make sure the welding ground circuit is direct to the work. Be wary of hoist chains, cables, scaffolding, etc.Avoid contacting other electrical equipment in the area, such as hoists, grinders, etc.Alwa...

Page 12 - cOntrOlS; imperative that you select ONLY the; Setting tHe cOrrect AMperAge; Arc Welding bASicS; While this booklet provides useful and

Page 1- SKU: 40388 cOntrOlS POWER SWITCH (1). Use this selec- tor to turn the welder Off, or On to the correct Voltage. WARNING: It is imperative that you select ONLY the Voltage setting for which you have wired the Power Cable. POWER CABLE (). You will have wired this for either 115 or 30 Volts.AMP...

Page 13 - tipS FOr Welding SucceSS; which have a damaged or missing flux coating.

Page 13- SKU: 40388 important information, you are strongly urged to obtain appropriate training, and to practice on non-critical test pieces before attempting to weld important items. To begin welding, first observe all safety precautions, then attach the Ground Clamp to the workpiece in such a way...

Page 14 - troubleshooting Arc Welding defects; porosity and Surface Holes; Wet or moist flux or workpiece may cause splatter.; poor Fusion; Use a weaving technique to better fill the gap.; Visual Inspection of the finished weld

Page 14- SKU: 40388 troubleshooting Arc Welding defects porosity and Surface Holes Most porosity cannot be seen, but serious porosity weakens the weld. Before welding, remove all surface contaminants, such as Mill Scale, Rust, Paint, Dirt, Grease, or Moisture.Keep the weld puddle molten for a longer...

Page 15 - parts list; part; pleASe reAd tHe FOllOWing cAreFully

Page 15- SKU: 40388 parts list part code Q’ty description 1 CA10a1-60 1 SWITCH 115/30V BA.B1.6 1 POWER CABLE 3 BA.B1.4 1 AMPERAGE CONTROL KNOB 4 BA.B1.7 1 GROUND CABLE 5 BA.B1.7 1 ELECTRODE CABLE 6 ND10 T90 1 GREEN PILOT LAMP 7 ND10 T90 1 YELLOW LAMP 8 GB8 18-85 3 SCREW M4 X 1 9 1 WELDING STEP SELEC...

Page 16 - Assembly diagram

Page 16- SKU: 40388 Assembly diagram REV 07i, 07k 9

Page 17 - liMited 1 yeAr / 90 dAy WArrAnty

Page 17- SKU: 40388 liMited 1 yeAr / 90 dAy WArrAnty Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards, and warrants to the original purchaser that for a period of ninety days from date of purchase that the torch, liner, wire feed mech...