Grounded welders, Extension cords – Chicago Electric 90 AMP FLUX WIRE WELDER 68887 User Manual

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Item 68887

Grounding

TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT GROUNDING WIRE

CONNECTION:

Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly

grounded. Have a plug installed by a certified electrician. Do not use the Welder if the power

cord or plug is damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by a service facility before use. If the plug will not fit

the outlet, have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician.

Grounded Welders

1. The grounding prong in the plug is connected

through the green wire inside the cord to the

grounding system in the Welder. The green wire

in the cord must be the only wire connected to

the Welder’s grounding system and must never

be attached to an electrically “live” terminal.

2. The Welder must be plugged into an appropriate

outlet, properly installed and grounded in

accordance with all codes and ordinances.

Extension Cords

1.

If an extension cord is used, it must have

the following wire size: up to 30 feet, use

10 AWG size wire; 30 to 50 feet, use 8 AWG

wire; Over 50 feet, use 6 AWG wire.

2. As the distance from the supply outlet increases,

you must use a heavier gauge extension cord.

Using extension cords with inadequately sized

wire causes a serious drop in voltage, resulting

in loss of power and possible Welder damage.

3. The smaller the gauge number of the wire,

the greater the capacity of the cord. For

example, a 14 gauge cord can carry a

higher current than a 16 gauge cord.

4. When using more than one extension cord to

make up the total length, make sure each cord

contains at least the minimum wire size required.

5. If you are using one extension cord for more than

one welder, add the nameplate

amperes and use the

sum to determine the required minimum cord size.

6. If you are using an extension cord outdoors, make

sure it is marked with the suffix “W-A” (“W” in

Canada) to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use.

7. Make sure the extension cord is properly wired

and in good electrical condition. Always replace

a damaged extension cord or have it repaired

by a qualified electrician before using it.

8. Protect the extension cords from sharp objects,

excessive heat, and damp or wet areas.

Specifications

Electrical Rating

120 V~ / 20 A

Welding Output

60 ~ 120 A, AC

Capacity

18 gauge (0.048") to 3/16" (0.19") mild steel only

Not for welding aluminum or stainless steel

Duty Cycle

20% @ 90 A

(See explanation on page 14)

Open Circuit Voltage

27

KVA

2.38

Welder Tips / Wire Size

Installed tip will accept 0.030" Flux-Core wire

Wire Spool Capacity

4" diameter / 2 lb. spool

SAFETY

MAINTENANCE

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WELDING TIPS

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