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Chicago Electric 68888 User Manual

Chicago Electric 68888
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Owners Manual & Safety Instructions
ITEM 68888
Includes:
6 ft. welding cable with multi-angle
Electrode Holder
6 ft. Ground Cable with clamp
Five 1/16" electrodes
Handheld face shield
Chipping hammer with wire brush
Shielded Metal Arc Welder
120 volt, 20 amp, single phase input
AC Outlet for a Smooth & Easy Welding Process
• Weldable materials: steel, stainless steel, cast iron
• Material thickness: Up to 1/8" thick
• Thermal overload protection with indicator light
• Welding current: 40-70 amp AC
• Duty cycle: 30% @ 55 amp (Rated), 20% @ 70 amp (Max.)
• Electrode diameter ranges: 1/16"-3/32"
70 AMP
ARC WELDER

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Questions and Answers:

Chicago Electric 68888 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Input Voltage120V
Amperage90A
Duty Cycle20% at 90A
Electrode Size0.030 in. to 0.035 in.
Welding ThicknessUp to 1/8"
Wire Size0.030 in. - 0.035 in.

Summary

Important Safety Information

General Safety

General safety precautions to protect yourself and others before and during operation.

Fume and Gas Safety

Arc Ray Safety

Electrical Safety

Fire Safety

Welder Use and Care

Maintenance

Gas Shielded Welding - Cylinder Safety

Grounding

Extension Cords

Symbology

Specifications

Setup

Components and Controls

Operating Instructions

Duty Cycle (Duration of Use)

Setting up the Weld

Welding

Welding Tips

Cleaning the Weld

Strike Test

Example Weld Diagrams

Diagnosis - Workpiece Heat Control / Weld Penetration

Weld Not Adhering Properly

Bend at Joint

Coat of Slag Over Weld

Porosity

Crooked/Wavy Bead

Excessive Spatter

Burn-Through

Maintenance and Service

Troubleshooting

Parts List and Diagrams

Wiring Schematic

Limited 90 Day Warranty

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