3. run-in procedure using resistance grid – Miller Electric PipePro 304 User Manual

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10-3. Run-In Procedure Using Resistance Grid

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Stop engine.

!

Do not touch hot exhaust

pipe, engine parts, or load

bank/grid.

!

Keep exhaust and pipe away

from flammables.

NOTICE − Do not perform run-in

procedure at less than 20 volts weld

output and do not exceed duty

cycle or equipment damage may

occur.
1

Resistance Grid

Use grid sized for generator rated

output.
Turn Off grid.
2

Welding Generator

3

Weld Cables

Connect grid to generator weld

output terminals using proper size

weld cables with correct connec-

tors (polarity is not important).
4

Voltmeter

5

Clamp-On Ammeter

Connect voltmeter and ammeter as

shown, if not provided on generator.
Start engine and run for several

minutes.
Set grid switches and then adjust

generator V/A control so load

equals 225 amps at 30 volts.
Check generator and meters after

first five minutes then every fifteen

minutes to be sure generator is

loaded properly.

.

Check oil level frequently dur-

ing run-in; add oil if needed.

It is recommended to run the weld-

ing generator for two hours mini-

mum and up to four hours under

load. Place V/A control in minimum

position, then shut down grid to

remove load. Run engine several

minutes at no load.

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Stop engine and let cool.

6

Engine Exhaust Pipe

Repeat procedure if wetstacking is

present.

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