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OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL
MODEL GAW-135H
PORTABLE
DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR
(GASOLINE ENGINE)
Revision #1 (06/23/04)
THIS MANUAL MUST ACCOMPANY
THE EQUIPMENT AT ALL TIMES.
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PAGE 2 — GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/23/04)
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HERE'S HOW TO GET HELP PLEASE HAVE THE MODEL AND SERIAL NUMBER ON-HAND WHEN CALLING MULTIQUIP CORPORATE OFFICE 18910 Wilmington Ave. 800-421-1244 Carson, CA 90746 FAX: 310-537-3927 Email: mq@multiquip.com Internet: www.multiquip.com PARTS DEPARTMENT 800-427-1244 FAX: 800-672-7877 310-537-3700 FAX: 310-637-3284 MAYCO PARTS 800-306-2926 FAX: 800-672-7877 310-537-3700 FAX: 310-637-3284 SERVICE DEPARTMENT 800-478-1244 FAX: 310-537-4259 310-537-3700 TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE 800-478-1244 FAX: 310-631-5032
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TABLE OF CONTENTS HONDA GX200VEN2 GASOLINE ENGINE MQ GAW-135H — Portable Cylinder Head Assembly .................................... 48-49 AC Welder/Generator Cylinder Barrel Assembly ................................... 50-51 Here's How To Get Help ............................................ 3 Crankcase Cover Assembly............................... 52-53 Table Of Contents ..................................................... 4 Crankshaft Assembly ......................................... 54-55
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PARTS ORDERING PROCEDURES When ordering parts, please supply the following information: ❒ ❒❒❒ ❒ Dealer account number ❒ ❒❒❒ ❒ Dealer name and address ❒ ❒❒❒ ❒ Shipping address (if different than billing address) ❒ ❒❒❒ ❒ Return fax number ❒ ❒❒❒ ❒ Applicable model number ❒ ❒❒❒ ❒ Quantity, part number and description of each part ❒ ❒❒❒ ❒ Specify preferred method of shipment: ✓ FedEx or UPS Ground ✓ FedEx or UPS Second Day or Third Day Note: Unless otherwise indicated by customer, all orders are trea
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GAW-135H — DIMENSIONS Figure 1. Dimensions PAGE 6 — GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/23/04)
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GAW-135H — SPECIFICATIONS Table 1. Specifications (Generator/Welder) MH odel GAW-135 RW ated Output 3.28 k Ms ax. Current 135 Amp Rs ated Current 130 Amp DC ARC RC ated Voltage 25.2 VA WELDER D% uty Cycle 40 RM ated Speed 3600 RP Cs urrent Range (Selectable) 40, 60, 80, 115 and 135 Amp A" pplicable Electrode Size 3/32" ~ 5/32 RA ated Output 1.5 kV RC ated Voltage 120 VA Rs ated Current 12.5 Amp AC Generator Pe hase Single-phas Fz requency 60 H P1 ower Factor Dimensions 21.9 x 17.7 X 18.9 in. (L
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GAW-135H — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS FOR YOUR SAFETY AND THE SAFETY OF OTHERS! HAZARD SYMBOLS Safety precautions should be followed at all times when operating this equipment. Failure to read and understand the Safety Messages and Operating Instructions could result in injury to Lethal Exhaust Gases yourself and others. This Owner's Manual has been Engine exhaust gases contain poisonous developed to provide instructions for carbon monoxide. This gas is colorless and the safe and efficient o
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GAW-135H — SAFETY MESSAGE ALERT SYMBOLS Accidental Starting Respiratory Hazard ALWAYS place the engine ON/OFF switch in the OFF position when the generator is ALWAYS wear approved respiratory not in use. protection. Equipment Damage Messages Sight and Hearing hazard Other important messages are provided throughout this manual to help prevent damage to your generator, other property, or the surrounding environment. ALWAYS wear approved eye and hearing protection. This generator, other property,
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GAW-135H — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION ■ NEVER touch the hot exhaust manifold, DANGER: muffler or cylinder. Allow these parts to Failure to follow instructions in this manual may lead to serious injury or even death! This equipment is to be operated by trained and qualified personnel only! This equipment is for industrial use only. The following safety guidelines should always be used when operating the generator/welder ■ High Temperatures – Allow the engine to cool before adding fuel or performin
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GAW-135H — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION ■ NEVER run engine without air cleaner. Severe engine damage ■ ALWAYS make sure that electrical circuits are properly may occur. grounded per the National Electrical Code (NEC) and local codes before operating generator. Severe injury or death! by ■ ALWAYS read, understand, and follow procedures in electrocution can result from operating an ungrounded Operator’s Manual before attempting to operate equipment. generator. ■ ALWAYS be sure the operator is fami
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GAW-135H — RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION DANGER DANGER DANGER DANGER DANGER: DANGER DANGER DANGER DANGER DANGER Never use damaged or worn cables when connecting equipment to the generator. Make sure power connecting cables are securely connected to the generator’s output receptacles, incorrect connections may cause damage to the generator and electrical shock. ■ Backfeed to a utility system can cause electrocution and or property damage. NEVER connect the generator to a building's electrical system
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GAW-135H — OPERATION AND SAFETY DECALS Machine Safety Decals The MQ GAW-135H portable generator/welder is equipped with a number of safety decals (see below and on preceeding page). These decals are provided for operator safety and maintenance information. The illustration below shows these decals as they appear on the machine. Should any of these decals become unreadable, replacements can be obtained from your dealer. PAGE 14 — GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06
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GAW-135H — OPERATION AND SAFETY DECALS GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #1 (06/23/04) — PAGE 15
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GAW-135H — GENERAL INFORMATION Excitation System GAW-135H Familarization The MQ generator/welder uses a magnet attached to a General Inspection Prior to Operation flywheel to produce AC voltage from a lamp coil beneath This generator/welder has been thoroughly inspected and the flywheel. As the magnet passes the coil it produces accepted prior to shipment from the factory. However, be approximately 19-22 AC volts. sure to check for damaged parts or components, or loose This voltage (19-22 VAC) i
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GAW-135H — LOAD APPLICATION To determine the running wattage for your load, multiply Single Phase Load the running wattage as indicated by steps 1, 2, and 3 below: Always be sure to check the nameplate on the generator 1. INCANDESCENT LOADS and equipment to insure the wattage, amperage and Lights, heaters and similar appliances. frequency requirements are satisfactorily supplied by the Total the running wattage and multiply by 1. generator for operating the equipment. Example: Generally, the wat
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GAW-135H — CONTROLS AND INDICATORS Figure 2. Generator Controls and Components PAGE 18 — GAW-135H DC WELDER/AC GENERATOR — OPERATION MANUAL — REV. #0 (06/23/04)
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GAW-135H — CONTROLS AND INDICATORS 11. Fuel Cock Lever – Turn this lever downward to start 1. Engine ON/OFF Switch – Place this switch in the "ON" (down)the flow of fuel to the carburetor. Turn upward to position to start the engine. To turn-off the engine place this stop (up) the flow of fuel. switch in the "OFF" position. 12. Air Cleaner – Prevents dirt and other debris from entering 2. Current Selector Knob – Place this knob in the desired the fuel system. Remove wing-nut on top of air f
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GAW-135H — WELDER/GENERATOR REFUELING DANGER DANGER DANGER DANGER DANGER Adding fuel to the tank should be done only when the engine is stopped and has had an opportunity to cool down. In the event of a fuel spill, DO NOT attempt to start the engine until the fuel residue has been completely wiped up, and the area surrounding the engine is dry. If generator is placed in a truck bed with a plastic liner, REMOVE generator from truck bed and place on ground (Figure 3) to refuel. This possibility
