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FP-90
Gasless Welding System (FCAW)
Instruction Manual
FORM NO. 0056-1839 EFFECTIVE: July 2001
Safety and Operating
Instructions
For Your Safety . . .
PLEASE READ
CAREFULLY!

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Firepower FP-90 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandFirepower
ModelFP-90
CategoryWelding System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Safety Profile and Information

Safety Profile

Overview of user awareness regarding tool risks and potential dangers.

Safety Information Guidelines

Essential safety guidelines, warning definitions, and precautions for operation.

Safety Symbols Explained

Identification and meaning of various safety warning symbols used throughout the manual.

General Welding Safety Instructions

Location and Personal Protection

Guidelines for selecting a safe work area and required personal protective equipment.

Operational Safety and Fire Prevention

Critical safety steps before operation and measures to prevent fires during welding.

Ventilation, Health Hazards, and EMC

Ventilation and Health Hazards

Importance of adequate ventilation and awareness of potential health risks during welding operations.

Electromagnetic Compatibility

Considerations for minimizing interference with other electronic devices near the welder.

Welder Specifications and Characteristics

Welder Specifications

Technical details, model numbers, and output ratings of the welding system.

Operating Characteristics and Overload Protection

Duty cycle, thermal overload behavior, and performance factors of the welder.

Welder Assembly and Installation

Assembling the Welder

Step-by-step instructions for unboxing and setting up the welding unit.

Welder Installation and Power Connection

Procedures for connecting the welder to the power source and ensuring proper grounding.

Power Source Connection and Extension Cords

Extension Cords

Guidelines for selecting and using extension cords for optimal welder performance.

Welding Wire Installation

Installing the Welding Wire

Detailed steps for loading the wire spool and feeding the wire into the system.

Welding Torch and Gasless Welding

Welding Torch Operation

Information regarding the welding torch, its parts, and handling precautions.

Advantages of Gasless Welding

Benefits of using the gasless welding process compared to traditional methods.

Welding Preparation and Procedures

Preparation for Welding

Steps to prepare the machine, ground cable, and wire feeding rolls for welding.

Welding Procedures and Settings

Guidance on selecting current settings based on material thickness and wire speed.

Wire Spool Replacement and Welding Tips

Replacing the Wire Spool

Instructions for changing the wire spool when it is depleted.

General Operating Tips

Advice on torch handling, wire maintenance, and general usage best practices.

Power Source Adjustment

Adjusting the Power Source

How to set voltage and tune wire speed for optimal welding performance.

Wire Selection Guide

Wire Diameter Selection

Recommendations for choosing wire diameter based on material thickness and amperage.

Wire Spool Size and Storage

Information on spool sizes and best practices for storing welding wire.

Welding Polarity and Work Area Setup

Selecting Welding Current Polarity

Understanding and setting the correct polarity for different wire types.

Preparing the Work Area

Guidelines for organizing and ensuring a safe, well-lit work environment.

Workpiece Setup and Joint Preparation

Setting Up the Workpiece

Steps for preparing the workpiece, including clamp connection.

Preparing the Joint

Methods for cleaning and preparing metal joints for effective welding.

Wire Speed Tuning and Clamp Connection

Workpiece Clamp Connection

Proper connection of the ground clamp to the workpiece for electrical continuity.

Tuning in the Wire Speed

Procedure for setting the optimal wire speed using audible feedback.

Learning Welding Techniques and Gun Handling

Learning to Weld

Recommendations for practicing welding skills on scrap metal.

Holding the Gun

Techniques for holding the welding gun for comfort and control.

Gun Position and Distance

Guidance on gun angles (A and B) and maintaining the correct distance from the workpiece.

Weld Bead Laying and Gun Movement

Laying a Bead

Basic instructions for creating a weld bead.

Moving the Gun

Techniques for controlling gun travel direction and speed.

Types of Weld Beads

Description of stringer and weave bead types.

Welding Positions and Bead Techniques

Welding Positions

How to perform welding in flat, horizontal, vertical, and overhead positions.

Advanced Welding Methods

Multiple Pass Welding

Techniques for creating strong joints using multiple weld passes.

Special Welding Methods

Overview of specialized welding techniques like spot welding.

Spot Welding Instructions

Specific steps and considerations for performing spot welds.

Additional Safety Information and Standards

Additional Safety Information

Further safety precautions and references to relevant industry standards.

Troubleshooting Common Problems

Troubleshooting Information

A guide to diagnosing and resolving common issues encountered during operation.

Parts Listing and Gun Troubleshooting

Firepower FP-150 MIG-Gun Parts Listing

A detailed list of parts for the MIG gun assembly.

MIG Gun Troubleshooting Guide

Specific troubleshooting steps for issues related to the MIG gun.

Firepower Limited Warranty

Scope and Period of Warranty

Details on what the warranty covers, its duration, and exclusions.

Warranty Claim Method

Procedure for submitting a warranty claim and associated responsibilities.

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