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FP-200 and FP-260
MIG Welding System
Instruction Manual
FORM NO. 0056-1840 EFFECTIVE August 2001
Safety and Operating
Instructions
For Your Safety . . .
PLEASE READ
CAREFULLY!
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Summary

Introduction to the Welding System

Purpose of the Users Guide

Provides specific information for safe and effective use of the Firepower Welding System.

Safety Information and Warnings

Understanding Safety Terminology

Defines key terms like WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTICE used in safety instructions.

General Welding Safety Guidelines

Covers essential safety practices for welding operations.

Work Area Safety and Location

Ensures safe placement and environment for welding operations, considering proximity to others.

Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Specifies essential PPE like helmets, gloves, and clothing for welding safety.

Electrical Safety and Power Connection

Power Connection Requirements

Details power requirements and safe connection procedures for the welder.

Fire Prevention in Welding Operations

Fire Safety Guidelines

Covers fireproof areas, materials, and removal of combustibles for safe welding.

Ventilation and Fume Control

Ventilation and Respiratory Protection

Ensures adequate airflow and use of respiratory protection against toxic fumes.

Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

EMC Precautions and Interference Reduction

Addresses potential interference and suggests measures to reduce it.

Safety Symbols

Understanding Safety Symbols

Explains symbols indicating electric shock, fire, gas, burn, and eye hazards.

Protective Welding Gases

Protective Gas Handling and Selection

Guidelines for using inert or non-flammable gases for welding protection.

Health Hazards

Health Precautions During Welding

Details necessary precautions to protect health from welding hazards.

Electric Shock Safety

Electric Shock Safety Precautions

Critical warnings and procedures to prevent electric shock during welding.

Welder Specifications

Technical Specifications Overview

Provides technical details about the MIG/FCAW welding system's capabilities.

Welder Operating Characteristics

Understanding Duty Cycle Ratings

Explains duty cycle and how it relates to welding time and cooling.

Internal Thermal Overload Protection

Thermal Overload Protection System

Describes how the welder's thermal overload protection works and how it resets.

Specifications for FP 200 Welding System

FP 200 Welding System Specifications

Lists detailed technical specifications for the FP 200 model.

Specifications for FP 260 Welding System

FP 260 Welding System Specifications

Lists detailed technical specifications for the FP 260 model.

MIG-GUN SPECIFICATIONS

MIG Gun Specifications Overview

Details specifications related to the MIG gun, including duty cycle.

Assembling the Welder

Welder Assembly Steps

Provides step-by-step instructions for assembling the welding unit.

MIG Gun Installation

MIG Gun Installation Procedure

Instructions for connecting the MIG gun to the welder unit.

Power Source Connection

Power Connection Requirements

Details power requirements and safe connection procedures for the welder.

Installation of the Welding Wire

Installing the Welding Wire

Step-by-step guide for loading welding wire into the feeder system.

Flux Core (FCAW) and MIG (GMAW) Welding

Introduction to Flux Core and MIG Welding

Explains the dual capability for FCAW and GMAW welding processes.

Advantages of Flux Core (FCAW) Welding

Benefits of FCAW Welding

Lists advantages of flux-cored wire welding, such as no gas needed.

MIG (GMAW) Welding with Shielding Gas

MIG Welding with Shielding Gas Setup

Details polarity and connection for MIG welding using shielding gas.

Advantages of MIG (GMAW) Welding

Benefits of MIG Welding

Highlights advantages of MIG welding, including clean welds and material versatility.

Gas Cylinder Connection

Connecting the Gas Cylinder

Provides instructions for safely connecting and handling gas cylinders.

MIG GUN

MIG Gun Maintenance

Recommendations for checking and maintaining contact tips and nozzles.

MIG WELDING

Understanding MIG Welding Process

Explains the MIG welding process, wire types, and control settings.

WELDING TIPS

Tips for Better Welding Results

Offers practical advice for improving welding quality and machine maintenance.

SPOT WELDING

Performing Spot Welding

Details how to perform spot welding using the MIG system.

Adjustment of the Power Source

Power Source Adjustment Guide

Explains how to adjust voltage and wire speed for optimal welding.

Additional Safety Information

Referenced Safety Standards

Lists applicable industry standards for welding safety and compliance.

Troubleshooting Information

Troubleshooting Common Welding Problems

A guide to identifying and resolving common issues encountered during welding.

General Operating Tips

General Tips for Operation

Provides advice for maintaining the MIG gun and ensuring proper operation.

Troubleshooting Guide for FP-300 MIG Gun

FP-300 MIG Gun Troubleshooting

Specific troubleshooting steps for issues related to the FP-300 MIG gun.

FP-300 Wire Conduit Replacement

Wire Conduit Replacement Procedure

Detailed instructions for removing and installing the wire conduit.

FP-200 Parts List

FP-200 Parts Identification

Lists all part numbers and descriptions for the FP-200 model.

FP-260 Parts List

FP-260 Parts Identification

Lists all part numbers and descriptions for the FP-260 model.

Firepower Limited Warranty

Scope and Terms of Limited Warranty

Details the warranty scope, period, and exclusions for Firepower products.

Limited Warranty Claim Method

Warranty Claim Procedure

Outlines the steps for submitting a warranty claim and responsibilities.

Limitation of Liability

Limitation of Liability Clause

Defines the seller's liability limitations regarding damages and product use.

Firepower FP-260 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Wire Feed Speed Range50-700 IPM
Welding ProcessesMIG, Flux-Cored
Input Voltage208/230 VAC
Input PhaseSingle-Phase
Wire Diameter Range0.023 - 0.045 in (0.6 - 1.2 mm)

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