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Benchmark 1150-003 User Manual

Benchmark 1150-003
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120V or 230V 60Hz
5 year limited warranty on tool
INVERTER MULTI-PROCESS
WELDER KIT
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Benchmark 1150-003 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandBenchmark
Model1150-003
CategoryWelding System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Product Specifications

General Safety Information

Safety Symbols Explained

Explains various safety symbols and their meanings.

Essential Safety Instructions

Provides critical safety guidelines for operation and personal protection.

Specific Welding Safety Rules

Details safety precautions for MIG, Flux, and Stick welding operations.

Additional Safety Symbols

Presents further safety symbols and their corresponding meanings.

Know Your Welder

Welder Component Overview

Identifies main parts of the welder with front, rear, and side views.

Functions and Connections

Lists functions of components and details gas/no-gas connection setup.

Power Supply and Connections

Circuit Requirements

Details 230V and 115V circuit requirements, including voltage, amperage, and plugs.

Grounding and Extension Cords

Explains essential grounding procedures and recommendations for extension cords.

Electrode and Wire Specifications

Discusses electrode types and wire specifications for welding.

Assembly and Preparation

Wire Spool Installation

Step-by-step guide for installing the wire spool on the welder.

Feed Roller and Wire Setup

Instructions for setting up the feed roller and preparing the wire path.

Connecting Welding Cables

Details connecting the MIG gun, wire feed, and control cables.

Polarity Setup for Welding

Guides for setting polarity for DCEN (flux-cored) and DCEP (solid wire) welding.

Operation and Techniques

Spool Gun Setup and Use

Instructions for setting up and operating the optional Spool Gun.

Duty Cycle Explained

Explains the welder's duty cycle for safe and efficient operation.

Wire Welding Techniques

Explains stringer beads, weave beads, push/drag angles, and CTWD.

Weld Setup and Settings

Workpiece Preparation

Guide on cleaning, clamping, and preparing workpieces for welding.

MIG Welding Controls

Details on adjusting voltage, wire speed, inductor, and selecting 2T/4T modes.

Stick Welding

Stick Welding Setup

Instructions for connecting cables for stick welding.

Stick Welding Operation and Duty Cycle

Explains stick welding process, techniques, and duty cycle considerations.

Weld Quality Diagnosis

Weld Appearance and Testing

Guidelines for evaluating weld quality through appearance and strike tests.

Wire Weld Diagnosis

Identifies and provides solutions for wire weld penetration and quality issues.

Stick Weld Diagnosis

Identifies and provides solutions for stick weld penetration and quality issues.

Maintenance and Care

General Inspection and Cleaning

Procedures for inspecting the welder's condition before, periodically, and after use.

MIG Gun Tip and Nozzle Care

Detailed steps for cleaning and inspecting the MIG gun nozzle and contact tip.

Troubleshooting Guide

Wire Feed and Arc Problems

Solutions for issues like wire feed failure, bird's nests, and unstable arcs.

Power, Display, and Weld Issues

Addresses power/display problems, porosity, and connection issues.

Parts and Diagrams

Welder Exploded View

A visual breakdown of the welder's components with part numbers.

Replacement Parts List

A detailed list of all available replacement parts with their corresponding numbers.

Warranty Information

Product Warranty Coverage

Outlines the terms, duration, and limitations of the welder's warranty.