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Introduction
Read Before Using
WARNING: Improper use of equipment could cause serious injury or death.
Prior to using this equipment carefully read, understand and observe all instructions in this
manual and the engine manual.
This is an industrial-type electric welder/generator. This equipment is potentially hazardous and
could cause physical injury or even death if improperly used, before attempting to operate this
equipment:
Check to insure no damage has occurred in transit
Read this manual thoroughly
Follow all instructions carefully
Read engine manufactur
er’s instructions
By following these instructions, you will enjoy safe and trouble free operation of your
welder/generator.
Principles of Operation
The welder/generator may be used as an AC welder or an AC-power generator.
Although the generator can be used for AC-power during welding, it is strongly recommended not to weld
while using the AC generator.
Specifications
Application
W180H
W240
As a welding machine
– Shielded meal arc (stick)
Strike voltage
Rated amperes
Rated voltage
Current range, amperes
Duty cycle
RPM
65-75
180
30
100-120
35%
3600
75-85
240
30
150-240
35%
3600
As a power generator (from receptacle)
Max, wattage
Max, amperes
Rated AC voltage
Frequency, hertz
Phase
RPM
4000
33/16
120/240
60
1
3600
6000
41/20.8
120/240
60
1
3600
Engine
W180H
W240
Operating RPM (weld and power)
Brake HP
3600
11
3600
11