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T363R - MIL - PDF LJ250065L
T363R - MIL - PDF LJ250065L
Description
This manual includes operating information for current units. To obtain specific operating information for older models, download the applicable
Owner’s Manual from www.MillerWelds.com
SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR SERVICING
Protect yourself and others from injury — read, follow, and save these important safety precautions and operating instructions.
The symbols shown below are used throughout this manual FLYING METAL or DIRT can injure eyes.
to call attention to and identify possible hazards. When you
see the symbol, watch out, and follow the related instructions Wear safety glasses with side shields or face
to avoid the hazard. shield during servicing.
Only qualified persons should test, maintain, and repair this Be careful not to short metal tools, parts, or
unit. wires together during testing and servicing.
Keep away from moving parts such as fans. High-frequency (H.F.) can interfere with radio
Keep away from pinch points such as drive navigation, safety services, computers, and
rolls. communications equipment.
Have only qualified persons remove doors, Have only qualified persons familiar with
panels, covers, or guards for maintenance and electronic equipment install, test, and service
troubleshooting as necessary. H.F. producing units.
Keep hands, hair, loose clothing, and tools The user is responsible for having a qualified electrician prompt-
away from moving parts. ly correct any interference problem resulting from the installa-
Reinstall doors, panels, covers, or guards tion.
when maintenance is finished and before re- If notified by the FCC about interference, stop using the
connecting input power. equipment at once.
Have the installation regularly checked and maintained.
ELECTRIC AND MAGNETIC FIELDS (EMF) Keep high-frequency source doors and panels tightly shut, keep
can affect Implanted Medical Devices. spark gaps at correct setting, and use grounding and shielding to
minimize the possibility of interference.
Wearers of Pacemakers and other Implanted
Medical Devices should keep away from serv-
icing areas until consulting their doctor and the READ INSTRUCTIONS.
device manufacturer.
Use Testing Booklet (Part No. 150 853) when
servicing this unit.
Consult the Owner’s Manual for welding safety
precautions.
OVERUSE can cause OVERHEATING. Use only genuine replacement parts from the manufacturer.
Read and follow all labels and the Technical Manual carefully be-
Allow cooling period; follow rated duty cycle.
fore installing, operating, or servicing unit. Read the safety in-
Reduce current or reduce duty cycle before formation at the beginning of the manual and in each section.
starting to weld again. Perform maintenance and service according to the Technical
Do not block or filter airflow to unit. Manual, industry standards, and national, state, and local codes.
Welding or cutting equipment produces fumes or gases This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to
which contain chemicals known to the State of California to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
cause birth defects and, in some cases, cancer. (California reproductive harm. Wash hands after use.
Health & Safety Code Section 25249.5 et seq.)
Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards as shown by the symbols.
Safe1 2012−05
Wear dry insulating gloves. Do not touch electrode with bare hand. Do not wear wet or damaged gloves.
Safe2 2012−05
Protect yourself from electric shock by insulating yourself from work and ground.
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Safe6 2012−05
Safe8 2012−05
Safe10 2012−05
Safe12 2012−05
Welding sparks can cause fires. Have a fire extinguisher nearby, and have a watchperson ready to use it.
Safe14 2012−05
Safe16 2012−05
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Wear hat and safety glasses. Use ear protection and button shirt
collar. Use welding helmet with correct shade of filter. Wear complete
body protection.
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Notes
A Amperes Panel−Local
Gas Tungsten Arc
Welding (GTAW)
Shielded Metal Arc
Welding (SMAW)
V Volts
Do Not Switch
While Welding
Arc Force (DIG) Background Amps
High Frequency -
Postflow Timer Preflow Timer Water Output
Continuous
Increase/Decrease
Gas (Supply) Gas Output Gas Input
Of Quantity
Electrode
Final Slope Meter Single-Phase
Negative
U0 Rated No Load
Voltage (Average) U1 Primary Voltage
U2 Conventional Load
Voltage
Line Connection
Single-Phase
I1 Primary Current
I2 Rated Welding
Current X Duty Cycle 1 1 Combined AC/DC
Power Source
IP Degree Of
Protection I1eff Maximum Effective
Supply Current I1max Rated Maximum
Supply Current Hz Hertz
This equipment conforms to the essential requirements and provisions of the stated Standard(s):
! This equipment shall not be used by the general public as the EMF limits for the general public might be exceeded during welding.
This equipment is built in accordance with EN 60974−1 and is intended to be used only in an occupational environment (where the general public
access is prohibited or regulated in such a way as to be similar to occupational use) by an expert or an instructed person.
Wire feeders and ancillary equipment (such as torches, liquid cooling systems and arc striking and stabilizing devices) as part of the welding
circuit may not be a major contributor to the EMF. See the Owner’s Manuals for all components of the welding circuit for additional EMF exposure
information.
At a distance of 1 meter the EMF exposure values were less than 20% of the permissible values.
ce-emf 1 2010-10
Notes
Movement
OR
18 in.
(460 mm)
! Falling Unit Can Cause Injury. If using lift forks to move unit, be sure 3 Line Disconnect Device
forks are long enough to extend Locate unit near correct input power supply.
Use lifting eye to lift unit only, NOT
beyond opposite side of unit.
! Special installation may be required
running gear, gas cylinders, or any 1 Lifting Eye
where gasoline or volatile liquids
other accessories. 2 Lifting Forks are present − see NEC Article 511 or
Use lifting eye or lifting forks to move unit. CEC Section 20.
Use equipment of adequate capacity If using lifting forks, extend forks beyond ! Do not move or operate unit where
to lift and support unit. opposite side of unit. it could tip.
A Dimensions
D
B Height 36-1/4 in. (921 mm)
C C G
Width 23 in. (584 mm)
H 803 616-A
G 1-1/8 in. (29 mm)
Weight
*While idling
**Power Factor Correction
Arc striking device is designed for manual guided operations
TM-363 Page 8 Syncrowave 250 DX /350 LX
B. For 250 DX Models
Amperes Input at AC Balanced Rated Rated
Load Output, 60 Hz, Single-Phase Peak
Rated Max Starting
Welding PFC Amperage OCV Voltage
Output ** 200V 230V 460V 575V KVA KW Range (Uo) (Up)
NEMA Class No 88 77 38 31 17.6 8.6
I (40) − 200 PFC
3 − 310A 80V 15 KV
*3.3 *2.8 *1.5 *1.1 *.59 *.29
Amperes, 28
Volts AC,
With 60 52 26 21 12.06 8.11
60% Duty
PFC
3 − 310A 80V 15 KV
Cycle *55.3 *49.5 *24.5 *19.6 *11.2 *.39
*While idling
**Power Factor Correction
Arc striking device is designed for manual guided operations
*While idling
**Power Factor Correction
Arc striking device is designed for manual guided operations
*While idling
**Power Factor Correction
Arc striking device is designed for manual guided operations
Syncrowave 250 DX /350 LX TM-363 Page 9
3-7. Duty Cycle And Overheating
Duty Cycle is the percentage of 10
minutes that the unit can weld at rated
load without overheating.
If unit overheats, output stops, front
panel voltmeter/ammeter displays a
HLP3 or HLP5 message (see Section
6-2), and cooling fans run. Wait fifteen
250 DX Models minutes for unit to cool. Reduce am-
perage or duty cycle before welding.
NOTICE − Exceeding duty cycle can
damage unit and void warranty.
40% Duty Cycle At 250 Amperes 60% Duty Cycle At 200 Amperes
Overheating
0 A
15
OR
Minutes Reduce Duty Cycle
350 LX Models
40% Duty Cycle At 350 Amperes 60% Duty Cycle At 300 Amperes
Overheating 0 A
15
OR
Minutes Reduce Duty Cycle
duty1 4/95 / 190 276
80 80
70 70
60 60
50 50
40 40
30 30
20 20
10 10
0 0
0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450 0 50 100 150 200 250 300 350 400 450
AMPS AMPS
205 631 / 205 632
NOTICE − The Total Cable Length in Weld Circuit (see table below) is the combined length of both weld cables. For example, if the power source is
100 ft (30 m) from the workpiece, the total cable length in the weld circuit is 200 ft (2 cables x 100 ft). Use the 200 ft (60 m) column to determine cable
size.
Select weld cable sizes for pulsing applications at peak amperage value.
Electrode Work 400 1/0 (60) 2/0 (70) 3/0 (95) 4/0 (120)
Ref. 803 588-B 500 2/0 (70) 3/0 (95) 4/0 (120) 2x2/0 (2x70)
* This chart is a general guideline and may not suit all applications. If cable overheats, use next size larger cable.
**Weld cable size (AWG) is based on either a 4 volts or less drop or a current density of at least 300 circular mils per ampere.
( ) = mm2 for metric use
*** Select weld cable size for pulsing application at peak amperage value.
****For distances longer than 100 ft (30 m) and up to 200 ft (60 m), use direct current (DC) output only. For distances longer than those shown
in this guide, call a factory applications rep. at 920-735-4505 (Miller) or 1-800-332-3281 (Hobart).
Ref. S-0007-K 2013−10 (TIG)
Notes
Front View 1
6
4 4 Remote 14 Receptacle
Connect desired remote control to Re-
mote 14 receptacle (see Section 3-10).
Tools Needed: 5 Electrode Weld Output Terminal
Connect TIG torch to electrode weld
11/16 in., (21 mm) output terminal.
6 Gas-Out Connection
Connect torch gas hose to gas-out
fitting.
803 586-D
803 615-C
Tools Needed:
Coolant
Tools Needed:
803 587-C
Notes
Failure to follow these electrical service guide recommendations could create an electric shock or fire hazard. These recommenda-
tions are for a dedicated circuit sized for the rated output and duty cycle of the welding power source.
In dedicated circuit installations, the National Electrical Code (NEC) allows the receptacle or conductor rating to be less than the rating
of the circuit protection device. All components of the circuit must be physically compatible. See NEC articles 210.21, 630.11, and
630.12.
Max Recommended Input Conductor Length In 167 137 153 305 369 281 352 439
Feet (Meters) (51) (42) (47) (93) (112) (86) (107) (134)
Failure to follow these electrical service guide recommendations could create an electric shock or fire hazard. These recommenda-
tions are for a dedicated circuit sized for the rated output and duty cycle of the welding power source.
In dedicated circuit installations, the National Electrical Code (NEC) allows the receptacle or conductor rating to be less than the rating
of the circuit protection device. All components of the circuit must be physically compatible. See NEC articles 210.21, 630.11, and
630.12.
Time-Delay Fuse 2 90 90 80 50 45 40 40 30
Max Recommended Input Conductor Length In 102 115 226 274 308 383 295
87 (26)
Feet (Meters) (31) (35) (69) (84) (94) (117) (90)
Failure to follow these electrical service guide recommendations could create an electric shock or fire hazard. These recommenda-
tions are for a dedicated circuit sized for the rated output and duty cycle of the welding power source.
In dedicated circuit installations, the National Electrical Code (NEC) allows the receptacle or conductor rating to be less than the rating
of the circuit protection device. All components of the circuit must be physically compatible. See NEC articles 210.21, 630.11, and
630.12.
Max Recommended Input Conductor Length In 151 182 171 246 298 326 416 509
Feet (Meters) (46) (56) (52) (75) (91) (99) (127) (155)
Failure to follow these electrical service guide recommendations could create an electric shock or fire hazard. These recommenda-
tions are for a dedicated circuit sized for the rated output and duty cycle of the welding power source.
In dedicated circuit installations, the National Electrical Code (NEC) allows the receptacle or conductor rating to be less than the rating
of the circuit protection device. All components of the circuit must be physically compatible. See NEC articles 210.21, 630.11, and
630.12.
Max Recommended Input Conductor Length In 145 119 130 263 318 347 300 367
Feet (Meters) (44) (36) (40) (80) (97) (106) (91) (112)
010 587-D
Or
Label found on 250 DX models with stock number 907408, and 907516
Label found on 350 LX models with stock number 907409, and 907517
191 440-A
Tools Needed:
3/8 in.
Ref. 803 585-C
10
L1 6
L2
1 2
6 5
4
3
Tools Needed:
3/8 in.
! Installation must meet all National and Welding Power Source Input Power Con- Disconnect Device Input Power Connec-
Local Codes − have only qualified per- nections tions
sons make this installation.
2 Strain Relief 7 Disconnect Device (switch shown in
! Disconnect and lockout/tagout input OFF position)
power before connecting input con- Route conductors (cord) through strain relief
8 Disconnect Device (Supply) Grounding
ductors from unit. Follow established and tighten screws.
Terminal
procedures regarding the installation.
3 Machine Grounding Terminal Connect green or green/yellow grounding
! Make input power connections to the conductor to disconnect device grounding ter-
welding power source first. 4 Green Or Green/Yellow Grounding
Conductor minal first.
! Always connect green or green/yellow 9 Disconnect Device Line Terminals
conductor to supply grounding termi- Connect green or green/yellow grounding
nal first, and never to a line terminal. conductor to welding power source grounding Connect input conductors L1 and L2 to
terminal first. disconnect device line terminals.
See rating label on unit and check input volt-
age available at site. 5 Welding Power Source Line Terminals 10 Overcurrent Protection
1 Input Power Conductors (Customer
6 Input Conductors L1 And L2 Select type and size of overcurrent protection
Supplied Cord)
using Section 3-20 (fused disconnect switch
Select size and length of conductors using Connect input conductors L1 and L2 to weld- shown).
Section 3-20. Conductors must comply with ing power source line terminals.
national, state, and local electrical codes. If Close and secure door on line disconnect de-
applicable, use lugs of proper amperage Close and secure access door on welding vice. Follow established lockout/tagout pro-
capacity and correct hole size. power source. cedures to put unit in service.
Input9 2013−02
Notes
11
1 2 3 4 5 6
12
10
7 8
Top row of lights in upper left corner are available. 8 Power Switch
On for SMAW. Bottom row are On for 6 Amperage Adjustment Use switch to turn unit Off and On.
GTAW. Control
9 Postflow Time Control
Green on nameplate indicates a TIG function, Use control to adjust amperage, and preset
Use control to set length of time (0−50 sec-
Gray indicates a Stick function. amperage on ammeter. This control may be
onds) gas flows after welding stops. It is im-
adjusted while welding.
1 Process Control portant to set enough time to allow gas to flow
For remote amperage control, front panel until after the tungsten and weld puddle has
See Section 4-3. control setting is the maximum amperage cooled down.
2 Amperage Control available. For example: If front panel control
is set to 200 amps, the range of the remote Application:
See Section 4-4. amperage control is 3 to 200 amps for 250 DX Postflow is required to cool the tungsten and
3 Output Control models, and 3 to 200 amps for 350 LX weld, and to prevent contamination of tung-
models. sten and weld. Increase postflow time if tung-
See Section 4-5.
For pulse welding, use Amperage Adjust sten or weld are dark in appearance (approxi-
4 Start Mode Control control to select from 3-300 amps of peak am- mately 1 second per 10 ampere of welding
See Section 4-9. perage for 250 DX models, or 3−400 amps of current).
peak amperage for 350 LX models (see Sec- 10 Balance/DIG Control
5 Voltmeter And Ammeter
tion 4-12).
Voltmeter displays average voltage (to the See Section 4-10.
For spot welding, use Amperage Adjust
nearest 0.1 V) at the weld output terminals. control to select from 3-310 amps for 250 DX 11 Pulser Controls (Optional on 250 DX
model)
Use meter to preset amperage. Meter dis- models, or 3−400 amps for 350 LX models
plays average weld amperage output of unit (see Section 4-16). See Section 4-12.
to nearest ampere when welding. 7 Output Selector Switch 12 Sequence Controls (Optional)
Meters are self-calibrating. No adjustment See Section 4-2. See Section 4-13. 217 264-G / 213 106-A
Current (A)
Weld Amps
Final Slope
Initial Amps
Final Amps
Preflow Postflow
1 Output Control 2 Remote Trigger (Standard) Operation If On/Off only type trigger is used, it must be
a maintained switch. All functions become
! Weld output terminals are ener- For remote output control, press button to active.
gized when power is On, and Out- toggle LED to Remote position (see Sec-
put On LED is lit. tion 3-10). Application: Use Remote Trigger when
Use control to select front panel, trigger the operator desires to use a foot pedal or
hold, or remote output control. Torch trigger operation is as shown. finger amperage control.
Lit LED indicates selected mode. Initial weld amperage and final amperage When Output Selector switch (see Section
For weld output, press button to toggle LED is controlled by the remote device, not by 4-2) position changes, Output control LED
to On position. the welding power source. will always switch to Remote.
Weld Amps
Final Slope
Initial Amps
Final Amps
Preflow Postflow
If unit is equipped with optional Sequence lows the operator to toggle between weld Application:
Controls (see Section 4-13), 4T trigger current and final current without breaking
method is available. the arc. Use 4T trigger method when the functions
of a remote current control are desired, but
4T torch trigger operation is as shown. When a remote switch is connected to the only a remote on/off control is available.
welding power source, only trigger input is
While in 4T mode, there is a feature avail- functional. Amperage is controlled by the Select 4T trigger method according to Sec-
able during the main weld sequence that al- welding power source. tion 4-7.
Current (A)
Weld Amps
Final Slope
Initial Amps
Final Amps
Preflow Postflow
Push & Hold Release Push & Release Push & Release Push & Hold Release
Trigger Trigger Trigger In Less Trigger In Less Trigger Trigger
Than 3/4 Sec. Than 3/4 Sec.
If unit is equipped with optional Sequence When a remote switch is connected to the Application:
Controls (see Section 4-13), 4T Momen- welding power source, only trigger input is Use 4T Momentary trigger method when
tary trigger method is available. functional. Amperage is controlled by the the functions of a remote current control are
4T Momentary torch trigger operation is as welding power source. desired, but only a remote on/off control is
shown. available.
While in 4T Momentary mode, once the op- Select 4T Momentary trigger method ac-
erator toggles out of weld current and be- cording to Section 4-7.
gins final slope, toggling again will break
the arc and go to postflow.
Current (A)
Weld Amps
Final Slope
Initial Amps
Final Amps
Preflow Postflow
Push & Release Push & Release Push & Release Push & Release
Trigger Trigger Trigger Trigger
If unit is equipped with optional Sequence from the initial amps level to the main weld welding power source.
Controls (see Section 4-13), Mini Logic op- amps level by pressing and releasing the
Application: This ability to change amper-
eration is available. torch trigger in less than 3/4 seconds.
age levels without either initial slope or final
Torch trigger operation is as shown. slope, gives the operator the opportunity to
When a remote switch is connected to the
adjust filler metal without breaking the arc.
During Mini Logic welding operation, the welding power source, only trigger input is
weld amperage can be manually changed functional. Amperage is controlled by the Select Mini Logic according to Section 4-7.
Weld Amps
Final Slope
Initial Amps
Initial Amps
Final Slope
Preflow Rate Postflow
Push & Hold Push & Hold Push & Release Push & Hold
Trigger Trigger For More Trigger In Less Trigger For More
Than 3/4 Sec. Than 3/4 Sec. Than 3/4 Sec.
1 4
E−
−2−
Use this function to select desired TIG start- button and turn On power. Hold button for Press torch trigger or turn Off power to save
ing characteristics. approximately 7 seconds (or until software setting.
1 Start Mode version number_ _ _ _ _ _-_ clears meters).
Application:
2 Power Switch The TIG LED and all four Start LEDs will
Select 1 (light/soft start) − when welding at
3 Output Selector Switch light, and the meters will display [E−] [−2−],
low amperages on thin gauge material.
4 Meters [AC] [−2−], or [EP] [−2-], depending on posi-
tion of Polarity switch. Select 2 (medium/normal start) − factory
To select or change TIG starting character-
default setting used for most welding ap-
istics, proceed as follows: turn Off power. Press Start Mode button again to step
plications.
Place Output Selector switch in desired through the three start characteristics
position (each position, DCEN, AC, or choices. Amperage (bottom) meter dis- Select 3 (high/hot start) − when welding at
DCEP has three applicable start character- plays active choice 1= light start, 2=medium/ high amperages on thick materials with a
istics options). Push and hold Start Mode normal start, 3=high/hot start. large diameter tungsten.
3 4
1−2
“Touch” Seconds
1 Start Mode onds, and slowly lift electrode. An arc will turns off when arc is started, and turns on
2 OFF Position form when electrode is lifted. whenever arc is broken to help restart arc.
For SMAW welding, press button to toggle Shielding gas begins to flow when elec- Application:
LED to Off position. trode touches work piece.
HF Start is used when the DCEN GTAW
Normal open-circuit voltage is not present process is required.
For GTAW welding, use control to select
before tungsten electrode touches work-
Off for no HF, Lift-Arc, HF for arc starting When HF Continuous is selected, start
piece, only a low sensing voltage is pres-
only, or continuous HF. arc as follows:
ent between electrode and workpiece.
Application: The solid state output contactor does not High frequency turns on when output is
energize until after electrode is touching energized and remains on for duration of
When Off is selected, use the scratch
workpiece. This allows electrode to touch weld.
method to start an arc for both the SMAW
workpiece without overheating, sticking,
and GTAW processes. Application:
or getting contaminated.
When Lift-Arc is selected, start arc as Application: HF Continuous is used when the AC
follows: GTAW process is required.
Lift-Arc is used for the DCEN GTAW pro-
3 TIG Electrode cess when HF Start method is not per- Lit LED indicates selected mode.
4 Workpiece mitted, or to replace the scratch method. When Output Selector switch position
When HF Start is selected, start arc as changes, LED may change position,
Touch tungsten electrode to workpiece at
follows: based upon last selection.
weld start point, enable output with torch
trigger, foot control, or hand control. Hold High frequency turns on to help start arc Some start methods may not be available
electrode to workpiece for 1-2 sec- when output is enabled. High frequency for all processes.
1 Balance/DIG Control
Balance Control (AC GTAW):
AC Balance controls the cleaning
action. Increasing the balance set-
1
ting reduces the oxide cleaning.
Adjusting balance: Set the balance
level in the AC TIG zone. Make a
test weld. If floating black specs ap-
pear in the welding puddle, balance
is set too high. Turn balance down
and repeat until puddle is clear.
DIG Control (AC And DC SMAW):
When set at 0, short-circuit amper-
age at low arc voltage is the same
as normal welding amperage.
When setting is increased, short-
circuit amperage at low arc voltage
increases. Set control at 2 and ad-
just as necessary. Joint configura-
tion, set-up, and process variables
may affect setting.
Ref. S-0795-A
4
00.4
1
SEL
Use control to set length of time (0.2, 0.4, Turn power off. Push and hold Process Con- time, press and release Process Control
0.6, 0.8, 1.0, 1.5, 2.0, 2.5, 3.0, 3.5, 4.0, 4.5, trol button and turn On power. Hold button for button until desired time is displayed on me-
5.0 seconds) gas flows before welding approximately 7 seconds (or until software ters.
starts. version number_ _ _ _ _ _-_ clears meters).
1 Process Control Application:
4 TIG LED
2 Power Switch The TIG LED will light and the meters will dis- Preflow is used to purge the immediate weld
3 Meters play [o.4] [SEL]. The factory preflow default area of atmosphere. Preflow also aids in
To change preflow time, proceed as follows: setting is 0.4 seconds. To change preflow consistent arc starting.
4
2
1 Spot Time Control Used with the (GTAW) TIG Spot process, Application:
generally with a direct current electrode
negative (DCEN) set-up. TIG spot welding is used for joining thinner
Indicator light is on when Spot Time func-
materials that are in close contact with the
tion is active. When Spot Time function is Use control to select 0−15 seconds of spot
fusion method. A good example would be
active, Initial Time, Initial Amperage, Final time.
joining coil ends.
Slope, and Final Amperage functions are Use Amperage Adjust control (see Section
inactive (see Section 4-13). 4-1) to set amperage. Function is enabled, when LED is lit.
1 2 3
1 2 3
4 5 6
1 2 3
4
4 5 6
1 Amperage Control software number and revision for the first seconds, and are read as 1, 234 hours
2 Output Control (Contactor) seven seconds. It will then show arc time and 56 minutes.
and cycle count. 4 Cycle Display
To read timer/cycle counter, hold Amper-
age and Output (contactor) buttons while 3 Timer Display The cycles are displayed on the volt and
turning on power. When machine first The hours and minutes are displayed on amp meters for the next five seconds,
powers up, the displays will show the the volt and amp meters for the first five and are read as 123, 456 cycles.
1 2 3 4
00.4
SEL
11 12
Remote 14-Pin Gas Valve
Receptacle RC1 GS1
20♦
21♦
AC Or DC Control Circuits
1φ Power
! Turn Off welding power source and disconnect and lockout/tagout input power
before servicing.
! Measure input capacitor voltage according to Section 6-1, and be sure voltage
is near zero before touching any parts.
Equipment serviced may need to meet additional requirements as specified in
IEC60974-4, Arc Welding Equipment − Part 4: Periodic Inspection and Testing.
Use Miller Testing Booklet (Part No. 150 853) when servicing this unit.
See the Miller Extranet for service memos that may aid in the repair of this product.
Tools Needed:
3/8 in.
803 787-C
0 1 2 3 4 5
V V V V V V
HLP HLP HLP HLP HLP HLP
A A A A A A
--0 --1 --2 --3 --4 --5
6 7 8 9
V V V V
All directions are in reference to the front of the unit. All circuitry Indicates an open in the thermal protection circuitry located on the rec-
tifier assembly of the unit.
referred to is located inside the unit.
5 Help 5 Display
0 Help 0 Display
Indicates a short in the thermal protection circuitry located on the trans- Rectifier assembly has overheated. The unit has shut down to allow
former/stabilizer of the unit. the fan to cool unit (see Section 3-7). Operation will continue when the
unit has cooled.
1 Help1 Display
6 Help 9 Display
An SCR overcurrent or undercurrent condition has occurred. Turn
power off and back on to correct condition. Indicates a short in the thermal protection circuitry located on the recti-
fier assembly of the unit.
2 Help 2 Display
7 Help 10 Display
Indicates an open in the thermal protection circuitry located on the
transformer/stabilizer of the unit. Indicates Remote Output control is activated. Release Remote Output
control to clear help message.
3 Help 3 Display
8 Help 11 Display
Indicates the transformer/stabilizer of the unit has overheated. The unit
has shut down to allow the fan to cool it (see Section 3-7). Operation Output Selector switch is not in correct position (see Section 4-1).
will continue when the unit has cooled. 9 Help 12 Display
4 Help 4 Display Indicates a non-allowable set-up of the front panel.
Refer to Section 6-2 for any Help (HLP) message displayed on voltmeter/ammeter.
Trouble Remedy
No weld output; unit completely Place line disconnect switch in On position (see Section 3-22).
inoperative.
Check and replace line fuse(s), if necessary (see Section 3-22).
Erratic or improper weld output. Use proper size and type of weld cable (see Section 3-9).
Clean and tighten all weld connections.
Check position of Output Selector control (see Section Figure 4-1).
If using remote control, check position of Amperage Adjustment control (see Section 4-1).
No control of weld output. If using remote control, place Output control in Remote 14 position, and make sure remote control is
connected to Remote 14 receptacle. If remote is not being used, place Output control in On position
(see Section 4-1).
Lack of high frequency; difficulty in Reset supplementary protector CB1 (see Section 7-2).
starting GTAW arc.
Select proper size tungsten (see Section 10).
Trouble Remedy
Coolant system does not work. Be sure input power cord is plugged in to energized receptacle.
Check motor.
Disconnect pump, and check for sheared coupling. Replace coupling if necessary.
Notes
R1
V1
V2
V3
V2
V4
V5
V6
See Section
6-9 for
PC1 data
V7/R2
Voltage Readings
V1 83 volts AC
V2 230 volts AC
V3 115 volts AC
V11 V4 58 volts AC for 350 LX models
53 volts AC for 250 DX models
V5 19 volts AC
V6 19 volts AC
V7 115 volts AC with fans on
V8 +15 volts DC
R6
V9 -15 volts DC
V12/R7 V10 +2.0 volts DC per 100 amperes of
weld output
R4 R5
V11 75 volts AC / 75 volts DC
V12 115 volts AC w/ HF on
V13 +24 volts DC w/contactor on and in
GTAW mode
V13/R8
Resistance Values
a) Tolerance − ±10% unless specified
b) Turn Off unit and disconnect input
power before checking resistance
R1 All values for T1 are less than 1 ohm
R2 1.8 k ohms
R3 Less than 1 ohm
R4 10 k ohms @ 25° C/77° F
R5 30 k ohms @ 25° C/77° F
R6 6.1 k ohms
R7 5.1 ohms
See Section 6-11 for
See Section PC2 information R8 90 ohms
3-10 for RC1
information See Section 6-13
for PC3 data
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The waveforms represent the output of the welding power source. When operating
properly, the power source waveforms should match those shown.
5 ms 50 V 5 ms 20 V
gnd gnd
5 ms 50 V 5 ms 50 V
gnd gnd
C. 30 Volts AC, 250 Amperes, Arc/Balance Con- D. 30 Volts AC, 250 Amperes, Arc/Balance
trol At Max Cleaning Position (Resistive Control At Max Penetration Position (Re-
Load) sistive Load)
gnd gnd
E. DC Open-Circuit Voltage, Amperage Adjust- F. 10 Volts DC, 150 Amperes, Arc/Balance Con-
ment Control At Max, Arc/Balance Control At trol At Balanced Position (Resistive Load)
Balanced Position, Waveform May Not Be
Stable
5 ms 1 V
gnd
RC8
5 10
1 6
20 10
9 1
RC1 RC2
RC4 RC7
RC9 RC5
RC6 RC3
11 Hall device HD1 current feedback signal, 2 volts per 100 amps
4 Not used
6 Pulser board present, 0 volts DC while connected, and +5 volts DC while not connected
10 +5 volts DC
8 +5 volts DC
9 Not used
10 Initial Time LED, +3.6 volts DC while on, 0 volts DC while off
11 Final Time LED, +3.6 volts DC while on, 0 volts DC while off
12 Spot Time LED, +3.6 volts DC while on, 0 volts DC while off
13 Sequencer board present, 0 volts DC while connected, +5 volts DC While not connected
14 Not used
RC4 1 Output selector switch S5 position sense signal, 0 volts DC while in AC or DCEN positions, +5 volts
DC while in DCEP position
2 Output selector switch S5 position sense signal, 0 volts DC while in AC or DCEP positions, +5 volts
DC while in DCEN position
RC8 1 Cooler on demand control, 115 volts AC while on; 0 volts AC while off
7 Water hookup, 0 volts DC while door is closed, +5 volts DC while door is open
8 Water hookup, 0 volts DC while door is closed, +5 volts DC while door is open
4 High Frequency control, 115 volts Ac while on, 0 volts AC while off
13 115 volts AC
17 Machine select, +5 volts DC (Syncrowave 250 DX), 0 volts DC (Syncrowave 350 LX)
2 +5 volts DC
4 Ground reference
Notes
RC8
10
51
6
18 10
9 1
RC2
RC4
RC7 RC5 RC1
RC9
RC3
RC6
11 Hall device HD1 current feedback signal, 2 volts per 100 amps
4 Not used
6 Pulser board present, 0 volts DC while connected, and +5 volts DC while not connected
10 +5 volts DC
8 +5 volts DC
9 Not used
10 Initial Time LED, +3.6 volts DC while on, 0 volts DC while off
11 Final Time LED, +3.6 volts DC while on, 0 volts DC while off
12 Spot Time LED, +3.6 volts DC while on, 0 volts DC while off
13 Sequencer board present, 0 volts DC while connected, +5 volts DC While not connected
14 Not used
RC4 1 Output selector switch S5 position sense signal, 0 volts DC while in AC or DCEN positions, +5 volts
DC while in DCEP position
2 Output selector switch S5 position sense signal, 0 volts DC while in AC or DCEP positions, +5 volts
DC while in DCEN position
RC8 1 Cooler on demand control, 115 volts AC while on; 0 volts AC while off
7 Water hookup, 0 volts DC while door is closed, +5 volts DC while door is open
8 Water hookup, 0 volts DC while door is closed, +5 volts DC while door is open
4 High Frequency control, 115 volts Ac while on, 0 volts AC while off
13 115 volts AC
17 Machine select, +5 volts DC (Syncrowave 250 DX), 0 volts DC (Syncrowave 350 LX)
2 +5 volts DC
4 Ground reference
PLG2
4 Not used
6 Pulser board present, 0 volts DC while connected and +5 volts DC while not connected
10 +5 volts DC
1
PLG3
8 +5 volts DC
9 Not used
13 Sloper (sequencer) board present, 0 volts DC while connected and +5 volts DC while not connected
14 Not used
Weld Terminals
Labels
Gas Hoses
Every
3
Months
Δ
Cables And Cords
Every
6
Months 0.008 in.
(0.203 mm)
Durning heavy service, clean monthly. * Adjust or clean spark gap
! Disconnect power
before maintaining.
Unreadable Labels
Cracked Hoses Change Coolant If Using Water (See
Section 7-5)
Every
Twelve
Months
1
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GTAW Or Where
Application
HF* Is Used
Coolant
Notes
Figure 8-1. Circuit Diagram For Syncrowave 250 DX Models Eff w/LH010001L Thru LH210166L
Figure 8-2. Circuit Diagram For Syncrowave 250 DX Models Eff w/LH210167L And Following
Syncrowave 250 DX / 350 LX TM-363 Page 69
222 683-D
Figure 8-3. Circuit Diagram For Syncrowave 350 LX Models Eff w/LH010001L Thru LH210166L
TM-363 Page 70 Syncrowave 250 DX / 350 LX
231 395-B
Figure 8-4. Circuit Diagram For Syncrowave 350 LX Models Eff w/LH210167L And Following
Syncrowave 250 DX / 350 LX TM-363 Page 71
Figure 8-5. Wiring Diagram For Syncrowave 250 DX Models Eff w/LE420474 Thru LH210167L
Work
Weld Zone
11, 12
50 ft
(15 m)
10
9 14
8
13 2
4 5 6
Best Practices
Not Followed
Weld Zone 7
3 50 ft
(15 m)
50 ft
(15 m)
1
6
2
8
8
Ground all metal ob-
jects and all wiring in
welding zone using
#12 AWG wire.
Ground
workpiece if
required by
Nonmetal
Building codes.
9
Best Practices Followed
Metal Building
8
8
11
10
1 High-Frequency Source (welding 5 Conduit Joint Bonding and Grounding Metal Building Requirements
power source with built-in HF or
Electrically join (bond) all conduit sections 9 Metal Building Panel Bonding
separate HF unit)
using copper straps or braided wire. Methods
Ground metal machine case (clean paint
Ground conduit every 50 ft (15 m). Bolt or weld building panels together, install
from around hole in case, and use case
screw), work output terminal, line discon- 6 Water Pipes and Fixtures copper straps or braided wire across
nect device, input supply, and worktable. seams, and ground frame.
2 Center Point of Welding Zone Ground water pipes every 50 ft (15 m).
10 Windows and Doorways
Midpoint between high-frequency source 7 External Power or Telephone Lines Cover all windows and doorways with
and welding torch. grounded copper screen of not more than
3 Welding Zone Locate high-frequency source at least 50 ft
(15 m) away from power and phone lines. 1/4 in (6.4 mm) mesh.
A circle 50 ft (15 m) from center point in all 11 Overhead Door Track
directions. 8 Grounding Rod
4 Weld Output Cables Ground the track.
Consult the National Electrical Code for
Keep cables short and close together. specifications.
! Whenever possible and practical, use DC weld output instead of AC weld output.
10-1. Selecting Tungsten Electrode (Wear Clean Gloves To Prevent Contamination Of Tungsten )
Not all tungsten electrode manufacturers use the same colors to identify tungsten type. Contact the tungsten electrode manufacturer or reference
the product packaging to identify the tungsten you are using.
10-2. Preparing Tungsten Electrode For Welding With Phase Control Machines
! Grinding the tungsten electrode produces dust and flying sparks which can cause injury and start fires. Use
local exhaust (forced ventilation) at the grinder or wear an approved respirator. Read MSDS for safety infor-
mation. Consider using tungsten containing ceria, lanthana, or yttria instead of thoria. Grinding dust from
thoriated electrodes contains low-level radioactive material. Properly dispose of grinder dust in an environ-
mentally safe way. Wear proper face, hand, and body protection. Keep flammables away.
Processes
TIG (GTAW) Welding
Description
Syncrowave 250 DX / 350 LX
CE And Non-CE Models
4
55
16
23
103
63
20 91
25
89 26
112 12
104
41
14
15
49
104
21
22
19
48
18
28
40
87
104
43
109
108
110
65
44
59
54
39
11 34
42 33
37
38
96
35
95
83 97 104
111 3
5
7
46 13
52
6
10 90 53
78
9
80
75
73
1
58
2 82
76
78
72 97
104
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+When ordering a component originally displaying a precautionary label, the label should also be ordered.
♦Part of TIGRUNNER option.
♦♦Field option only.
To maintain the factory original performance of your equipment, use only Manufacturer’s Suggested
Replacement Parts. Model and serial number required when ordering parts from your local distributor.
TM-363 Page 86 Syncrowave 250 DX / 350 LX
Hardware is common and 12
not available unless listed. 11
10
3
12
10
11 5
14
9
1
13
8
14
9 2
13
8 803 775-A
220 509 Figure 11-2. Panel, Lower Dinse Connector Assy (Figure 11-1 Item 21)
To maintain the factory original performance of your equipment, use only Manufacturer’s Suggested
Replacement Parts. Model and serial number required when ordering parts from your local distributor.
2 13
6
9
7
8
11 7
10 Ref. 803 725-D
+When ordering a component originally displaying a precautionary label, the label should also be ordered.
To maintain the factory original performance of your equipment, use only Manufacturer’s Suggested
Replacement Parts. Model and serial number required when ordering parts from your local distributor.
2 12
5
1
6
9
14
8
7
13
10 805 016-D
Figure 11-4. Factory Optional Running Gear For CS Cooler (EFF w/LH320115L)
Figure 11-3. Factory Optional Running Gear For CS Cooler (EFF w/LH320115L)
+When ordering a component originally displaying a precautionary label, the label should also be ordered.
To maintain the factory original performance of your equipment, use only Manufacturer’s Suggested
Replacement Parts. Model and serial number required when ordering parts from your local distributor.
1
2
4
25 26
28 5
7
30 6
23 27 8
24
22 7 9
29
21
20
19
7
18 10
17 14 11
16
15
12
13
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