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FP-120, FP-130 and FP-160MIG Welding SystemInstruction ManualFORM NO. 0056-1842 EFFECTIVE July 2001Safety and OperatingInstructionsFor Your Safety . .

SPECIFICATIONS FOR FP 130 WIRE(GMAW/FCAW) WELDING SYSTEM (1444-0306)Type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Duty CycleMIG-GUN 10% DUTY 35% DUTY 60% DUTY 100% DUTYMODEL NO. CYCLE CYCLE CYCLE CYCLE150 230 amps 205 amps 180 amps 140 amps200 320 amps 290 amps 25

3. Assemble the plastic handle as shown in Figure 1.4. Tools required: Allen Wrench.Be sure that the welder’s electri-cal power supply cord is not con

INSTALLATION OF THE WELDING WIREThe power source is supplied with a spool of .030 MIG Welding Wire. Install the wire into the feeding systemby followi

When changing the wire diameter being used, or replacing the wire feed roll, besure that the correct groove for the wire diameter selected is inside,

tive pole. When the wire is fed and touches the workpiece, an electric arc is produced. The arc melts the wirethat is deposited on the workpiece.MIG w

2. Make sure that the polarity of torchand ground cable is correctly set. For gasless welding,the ground cable must be connected to the positive ter-

REPLACEMENT OF THE WIRE SPOOLThe welding power source is supplied with a mini wire spool of about 0.5 Kg of 0.024” (0.6mm) diameterwire. When the wire

The torch switch must be pressed thoroughly to perform its three functions: gasflow, wire feed and welding current.) Start welding and decrease the wi

PROBLEM1. Dirty, porous or brittle weld.2. Arc works but is not feeding wire.3. When trigger pulled, there is no wirefeed, weld output or gas flow.Fan

Table of ContentspageIntroduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

GENERAL OPERATING TIPSContact tips and nozzles should be cleaned frequently. Spatter buildup may cause bridging between nozzle andtip.This could cause

FP-200 WIRE LINER REPLACEMENTTo remove the wire liner:1. Lay the MIG gun out on a table or on the floor in a straight line. Make sure the gun is fully

Figure 8: FP 12019

ITEM NO. PART NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.1 1444-0433 INPUT POWER CABLE 12 1444-0428 CABLE CLAMP 23 1444-0473 HANDLE 14 1444-0474 SIDE PANEL MIG 100 FP 15 144

Figure 9: FP 13021

ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.1 1444-0433 INPUT POWER CABLE 12 1444-0428 CABLE CLAMP FOR HOLE 23 1444-0473 HANDLE 14 1444-0474 SIDE PANEL 15 1444-0435 PLAS

Figure 10: FP 16023

ITEM NO. DESCRIPTION QTY.1 1444-0463 INPUT POWER CABLE 12 1444-0428 CABLE CLAMP 23 1444-0473 HANDLE 14 1444-0474 SIDE PANEL 15 1444-0435 PLASTIC HINGE

25Figure 11: FP 120 Wiring Diagram

26Figure 12: FP 130 Wiring Diagram

pageFP-120 Parts List . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

27Figure 13: FP 160 Wiring Diagram

28FIREPOWER LIMITED WARRANTYSCOPE OF LIMITED WARRANTY: Firepower, a division of Thermadyne Industries, Inc. (here-inafter, "Seller") warrant

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INTRODUCTIONThis User’s Guide provides specific information about your Firepower Welding System. This guide providespertinent information needed to sa

Indicates that the helmet must be worn during the step(s) that follow to protect against eye damageand burns due to flash hazard.Indicates that the po

IMPROPER HANDLING AND MAINTENANCE OF COMPRESSED GAS CYLINDERS ANDREGULATORS CAN RESULT IN SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH! Reduce the risk of injury ordeath f

5. Remove all combustible materials from the work site. If you can not remove them, protect them with fire-proof covers.NEVER perform welding operatio

HEALTH HAZARDSThe welding process can be hazardous to your health. Therefore, follow these precautions:1. ALWAYS wear protective clothing without pock

This unit is also capable of welding with either 0.030 inch (0.8 mm) or 0.035 inch (0.9 mm) flux cored weld-ing wire (FCAW) process. The use of shield