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Miller Bobcat 260 User Manual

Miller Bobcat 260
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OWNER’S MANUAL
OM-286504M
2023-05
Processes
Stick (SMAW) Welding
MIG (GMAW) Welding
Flux Cored (FCAW) Welding
TIG (GTAW) Welding
Description
Engine Driven Welder/Generator
For product information,
Owner’s Manual translations,
and more, visit
www.MillerWelds.com
Bobcat
260

Table of Contents

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Miller Bobcat 260 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMiller
ModelBobcat 260
CategoryWelding System
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction and Warranty Information

Trueblue Warranty Overview

Details Miller's Trueblue warranty program and its exclusive nature.

Quality Assurance

Highlights Miller's commitment to quality, noted by ISO 9001 registration.

Safety Precautions

Hazard Identification Symbols

Explains safety symbols used in the manual to indicate hazards and instructions.

Arc Welding Hazards

Details hazards associated with arc welding processes, including electrical shock and burns.

Welding Process Hazards

Engine and Fuel Hazards

Generator Indoor Use Hazard

Fatal hazard of carbon monoxide poisoning from indoor generator use.

Battery Hazards

Risks associated with battery handling, including explosion from gases and acid.

Compressed Air Hazards

Compressed Air Equipment Safety

Hazards from improper installation or operation of compressed air equipment.

Additional Installation & Operation Hazards

General hazards for installation, operation, maintenance, fire, explosion, and falling equipment.

General Operational Hazards

RF Radiation and EMF Information

California Proposition 65 Warnings

Warnings about chemical exposure from the product and diesel engine exhaust.

Principal Safety Standards

List of key safety standards and their sources.

DEFINITIONS

Safety Symbol Definitions

Explains safety symbols found on CE products and other miscellaneous symbols.

Welding Processes Definitions

SPECIFICATIONS

Product Identification and Software

Locating serial numbers, rating labels, and software licensing agreement.

Weld and Engine Specifications

Technical specs for welding and power output with CH730 and ECH730 engines.

Environmental and Remote Approval Specifications

Specifies operating temperatures and FCC approval for the wireless remote.

Duty Cycle and Overheating

INSTALLATION

Welder/Generator Installation and Mounting

Guidance on proper installation, mounting, and airflow clearance for the unit.

Grounding and Exhaust Installation

Engine Prestart Checks

Battery and EFI System Servicing

Weld Output Terminals and Cable Connections

Weld Cable Size Selection

OPERATION

Front Panel Controls Overview

Overview of the front panel controls, including engine start, process selection, and settings.

Wireless Remote Operation

Cold Weather Engine Operation

Stick Welding Procedures and Settings

MIG Welding Connections and Settings

Self-Shielded Flux Core MIG Welding

MIG Welding with Weld Control and Spoolgun

Fuel/Hour Gauge Interpretation

OPERATING AUXILIARY EQUIPMENT

Generator Power Receptacles

Description of the generator power receptacles and their output capabilities.

GFCI Receptacle Safety and Testing

Power Load Management

MAINTENANCE AND TROUBLESHOOTING

Routine Maintenance Schedule

Schedule of routine maintenance tasks based on operating hours.

Engine Maintenance Label

Air Cleaner and EFI System Servicing

Overload Protection Fuses

Engine Oil, Filter, and Fuel Filter Maintenance

Adjusting Engine Speed (Kohler CH730)

Adjusting Engine Speed (Kohler ECH730 EFI)

Welding and Generator Troubleshooting

Engine Troubleshooting

Wireless Remote Troubleshooting

PARTS LIST

Recommended Spare Parts

List of recommended spare parts for the welder/generator, including part numbers.

ELECTRICAL DIAGRAMS

Gasoline Welder/Generator Circuit Diagram

Provides a detailed circuit diagram for the gasoline-powered welder/generator.

Engine Option Electrical Diagrams

LP Welder/Generator Circuit Diagram

GENERATOR POWER GUIDELINES

Generator Equipment Selection and Grounding

Guidance on selecting equipment and grounding the generator to a vehicle frame.

Generator Grounding and Power Requirements

Equipment Power Requirements - Industrial and Farm/Shop

Equipment Power Requirements - Contractor

Motor Starting Power and Generator Supply

Standby Power Connections

Extension Cord Selection Guide

STICK WELDING (SMAW) GUIDELINES

Stick Welding Procedure and Techniques

Recommended connections, settings, and procedures for stick welding.

Weld Bead Quality and Troubleshooting

Weld Bead Shape and Movement

Weld Joint Types and Preparation

Weld Testing and Troubleshooting

GMAW WELDING (MIG) GUIDELINES WHEN USING A VOLTAGE-SENSING FEEDER

MIG Welding Connections and Setup

Connecting MIG welding equipment with a voltage-sensing feeder.

Welding Gun Handling and Positioning

MIG Weld Bead Shape Factors

MIG Welding Movement and Bead Quality

MIG Welding Troubleshooting

MIG Welding Troubleshooting (Continued)

Common MIG Shielding Gases

Semiautomatic Welding Troubleshooting

WARRANTY INFORMATION

Miller Limited Warranty Terms

Details the terms and conditions of Miller's limited warranty for its equipment.

Warranty Support and Contact

Provides contact information for warranty inquiries and distributor support.

SERVICE AND SUPPORT

Distributor and Service Agency Contact

Instructions on how to contact distributors or service agencies for support.

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