Campbell Hausfeld WG3020 Operating Instructions & Parts Manual

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Operating Instructions & Parts Manual   

Models WG3020

Wire Feed

Arc Welder

BUILT TO LAST

TM

This line of Campbell Hausfeld wire feed

welders is designed to be used on

standard 115V household current. The

welders are equipped with infinite wire

speed control to accurately select the

proper wire feed rate needed for various

welding conditions. Internal components

are thermostatically protected.

These welders are designed for use with

Flux Core Arc Welding (Gasless) or Gas

Metal Arc Welding (MIG) process. As

delivered from the factory, this welder

can weld with .024” (.6 mm) to .035” 

(.9 mm) diameter wire. A starter spool

of .035” (.9 mm) flux-cored wire and a

.035 tip are included.

Unpacking

Some welder components may be

found in the wire feed compartment.

When unpacking, inspect carefully for

any damage that may have occurred

during transit. Report any damaged or

missing items by calling (800) 746-5641.

Circuit Requirements

This equipment 

requires a dedi-

cated 115 volt circuit. Refer to the

following chart for the correct circuit

breaker or fuse rating. Do not run

other appliances, lights, or tools on

this circuit while operating this

equipment. Extension cords are not

recommended. Blown fuses and tripped

circuit breakers can result from failure

to comply with this recommendation.

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CAUTION

Components and Controls

1. Work Clamp - connect to work

piece.

2. Wire Feed Gun with .035 tip

3. Power Cord - plug into 115 volt

outlet.

4. On/Off Switch

5. Infinite Wire Speed Control -

turn clockwise to increase wire

speed and counterclockwise to

decrease wire speed.

6. Heat Selector Switches - Selects

welding power. Four selections are

possible

7. Polarity Hook-up - Attach torch

cable to (+) for MIG and (-) for flux

core wire. Attach ground clamp to

opposite polarity.

8. Hold area for 20 cubic ft. bottle.

Heat

Circuit  Breaker  or

Selector

Slow Blow Fuse

Danger means a

hazard that will

cause death or serious injury if the

warning is ignored.

Warning means a

hazard that could

cause death or serious injury if the

warning is ignored.

Caution means a

hazard that may

cause minor or moderate injury if the

warning is ignored. It also may mean a

hazard that will only cause damage to

property.

NOTE: Note means any additional

information pertaining to the product

or its proper usage.

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CAUTION

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WARNING

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DANGER

Low 15 

amp

High

20 amp

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LIT

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A

SSURANCE

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Need

Assistance?

Call Us First!

1-800-746-5641

Description

Figure 1- Model WG3020

General Safety

© 2001 Campbell Hausfeld / Scott Fetzer

For parts, manuals, product & service information

visit www.chpower.com

or call 1-800-746-5641

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