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General| Output Current Range | 30 - 250 A |
|---|---|
| Duty Cycle | 60% at 250 A |
| Wire Feed Speed Range | 50-700 IPM |
| Rated Output | 250A at 30V, 60% Duty Cycle |
| Wire Diameter Range | .030 - .045 in |
Warns about cancer, birth defects, and reproductive harm from engine exhaust.
General safety advice for arc welding, emphasizing consulting doctors for pacemakers.
Safety precautions for operating engine-powered equipment.
Details risks of electric shock and necessary precautions when welding.
Discusses the dangers of arc rays and required eye and skin protection.
Explains hazards of welding fumes and gases and necessary ventilation.
Precautions regarding sparks and spatter from welding/cutting to prevent fires.
Safety guidelines for handling compressed gas cylinders to prevent explosions.
Safety instructions for electrical installation and grounding of equipment.
Outlines Lincoln Electric's policy regarding customer advice and liability for product use.
Instructions for checking equipment for shipping damage and filing claims.
Information on how to register the product online or via fax.
Explains the meaning and severity of WARNING and CAUTION statements.
Lists detailed technical specifications for the POWER MIG® 256 welder.
Lists recommended input wire sizes and fuse/breaker ratings.
Provides information on the welder's rated output and welding capability.
Lists dimensions and operating/storage temperature ranges of the machine.
Essential safety warnings related to the installation process.
Instructions for uncrating and selecting a safe location for the welding machine.
Details on connecting input power, grounding, and relevant diagrams.
Instructions for setting the correct electrode polarity for welding.
Steps for installing the welding gun and cable assembly.
Procedures for installing and connecting the shielding gas supply.
Information about the auxiliary 120V receptacle and its circuit breaker.
Instructions for installing the optional Coil Claw™ accessory.
Safety warning about electric shock hazards during operation.
Safety warning about the dangers of fumes and gases during operation.
Safety warning about fire and explosion risks from welding sparks.
Safety warning about the hazards of arc rays to eyes and skin.
An overview of the POWER MIG® 256's features and capabilities.
Guidance on recommended welding processes and associated equipment.
States operational limitations and explains the function of each control.
Information on available parts for converting wire sizes.
Step-by-step guide for changing drive and idle rolls.
Instructions for loading wire reels, spools, or coils onto the machine.
Basic steps to turn on and start the welding machine.
Guidance on feeding the electrode wire through the system.
Instructions for properly setting the idle roll pressure.
Procedures for configuring the wire drive system, including bushing changes.
Detailed steps for making a weld using the machine.
Tips and procedures to prevent common wire feeding issues.
Explains fan operation, line voltage, and overload protection.
Explains the thermal overload protection system and its reset function.
Details the machine's overcurrent protection mechanism.
Refers to inside cover for commonly used welding procedures.
Lists available drive roll kits for the POWER MIG® 256.
Describes optional Magnum® GMAW gun and cable assemblies.
Overview of Spool Gun connectivity and usage.
Step-by-step guide for connecting a spool gun.
Instructions for making welds using the spool gun.
Procedure for making welds with the Magnum SG Spool Gun.
Safety warnings pertinent to maintenance procedures.
General cleaning, drive roll, and guide plate maintenance.
Instructions for contact tip, gas nozzle, gun tube, and cable maintenance.
Steps for removing and replacing the gun cable liner.
Specific instructions for trimming and installing liners for Magnum guns.
Guide on how to disassemble the welding gun handle for servicing.
Instructions on how to effectively use the troubleshooting section.
Lists common output problems and their potential causes and solutions.
Addresses issues related to wire feeding problems and their resolution.
Details common problems with gas flow and their troubleshooting steps.
Wiring diagram for the 208/230V model.
Wiring diagram for the 230/460/575V model.
Visual representation of the machine's physical dimensions.
General notes or remarks related to the manual content.
