RED-D-ARCGX 271 ChopperIM603March, 1999Red-D-Arc Spec-Built Welding EquipmentThisRED-D-ARCwelder is built to RED-D-ARC Extreme Dutydesign specificatio
A-2INSTALLATION GX 271 ChopperA-2TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - Red-D-Arc GX-271 (K1623-1)
A-3INSTALLATION GX 271 ChopperA-3INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONSSAFETY PRECAUTIONSOnly qualified personnel should install,use, or service this equipment.
A-4INSTALLATION GX 271 ChopperA-4HIGH ALTITUDE OPERATIONAt high altitude, the standard carburetor air-fuel mix-ture will be too rich. Performance w
A-5INSTALLATION GX 271 ChopperA-5FUELFill the fuel tank with clean, fresh regular grade lead-free gasoline. Observe the fuel gauge while filling t
A-6INSTALLATION GX 271 ChopperA-6ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONSSee Figure B.1 in the OPERATION section of thismanual for location of the 120 and 240 volt re
A-7INSTALLATION GX 271 ChopperA-7AUXILIARY POWER RECEPTACLES,PLUGS, AND HAND-HELD EQUIPMENTThe control panel of the GX-271 features three auxil-iary
A-8INSTALLATION GX 271 ChopperA-8Connection of GX-271 to premises wiring must be done by a licensed electrician and must comply withthe National Ele
B-1OPERATIONGX 271 ChopperB-1OPERATING INSTRUCTIONSRead and understand this entire section before oper-ating your GX-271.SAFETY INSTRUCTIONSDo not att
GX 271 ChopperB-2OPERATIONB-2• One 50 amp 120/240 V AC, single phase power,dual voltage receptacle with two 35 amp circuitbreakers. Supplies up to
GX 271 ChopperB-3OPERATIONB-3CONTROLS AND SETTINGSAll generator/welder controls are located on theOutput Control Panel of the machine case front. Idl
GX 271 ChopperFOR ENGINEpowered equipment.1.a. Turn the engine off before troubleshooting and maintenancework unless the maintenance work requires it
GX 271 ChopperB-4OPERATIONB-4ENGINE OPERATIONDO NOT RUN THE ENGINE AT EXCESSIVESPEEDS. The maximum allowable high idle speedfor the GX-271 is 3750 RP
B-5OPERATIONB-5STOPPING THE ENGINERemove all welding and auxiliary power loads andallow the engine to run at low idle speed for a fewminutes to cool t
GX 271 ChopperB-6OPERATIONB-6purposes in each mode. It is not active in the “PIPE”mode.“STICK/TIG” mode: In this mode, the “ARC CON-TROL” knob sets t
B-7OPERATIONB-7When the triggering device is pressed the contactor isclosed and the welding terminals are “Hot.”When the triggering device is released
GX 271 ChopperB-8OPERATIONB-8TungstenElectrodeDiameterin. (mm)2-155-2015-8070-150150-250250-400400-500500-750750-1000(3)(3)(3)10-2015-3025-4040-5555-8
GX 271 ChopperB-9OPERATIONB-9TABLE B.3SUMMARY OF WELDING PROCESSES AND MACHINE SETTINGSCONTROLCABLEUSEDMODESWITCHIDLERSWITCHOUTPUTCONTROLSWITCHWELDING
GX 271 ChopperB-10OPERATIONB-10AUXILIARY POWERStart the engine and set the "IDLER" control switch tothe desired operating mode. Full power
C-1ACCESSORIESC-1GENERAL OPTIONS / ACCESSORIESThe following options/accessories are available foryour GX-271: K886-1 Canvas Cover - To protect the GX-
C-2ACCESSORIESC-2SEMIAUTOMATIC FCAW AND MIGWELDING OPTIONS / ACCESSORIESLN-25 Wire Feeder - This portable unit can be usedfor flux-cored arc welding (
GX 271 ChopperC-3C-3ACCESSORIES - CONNECTION DIAGRAMS
GX 271 ChopperiiSAFETYiiARC RAYS can burn.4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and coverplates to protect your eyes from sparks andthe rays of the
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GX 271 ChopperD-1MAINTENANCED-1ROUTINE AND PERIODIC ENGINEMAINTENANCEAt the end of each day’s use, refill the fuel tank to min-imize moisture condensa
GX 271 ChopperD-2MAINTENANCED-2TABLE D.2HONDA ENGINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULETABLE D.3KOHLER ENGINE MAINTENANCE SCHEDULERegular Service Period (3)EachUseF
D-3MAINTENANCED-3CHANGING THE ENGINE OILDrain the oil while the engine is warm to assure rapidand complete draining.1. Remove the oil filler cap and
D-4MAINTENANCED-4KOHLER ENGINEAir Precleaner Service1. Loosen the cover retaining knob and remove thecover.2. Remove the precleaner from the paper e
GX 271 ChopperD-5MAINTENANCED-5FUEL FILTER SERVICE1. Check the fuel filter for water accumulation or sedi-ment.2. Replace the fuel filter if it is f
D-6MAINTENANCED-6After cleaning, flush the outside of the battery, the bat-tery compartment, and surrounding areas with clearwater. Coat the battery
GX 271 ChopperFOR ELECTRICALLYpowered equipment.8.a. Turn off input power using the disconnectswitch at the fuse box before working onthe equipment.8.
GX 271 ChopperE-1TROUBLESHOOTINGE-1If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, cont
GX 271 ChopperE-2TROUBLESHOOTINGE-2Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the test proce
GX 271 ChopperE-3TROUBLESHOOTINGE-3Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the test proce
GX 271 ChopperE-4TROUBLESHOOTINGE-4Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manualIf for any reason you do not understand the test proce
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GX 271 ChopperivSAFETYivPRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉPour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instructionset les précautions de sûreté specifi
GX 271 ChopperThank Youfor selecting this QUALITY product. We want you to take pride inoperating this product ••• as much pride as we have in bringing
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A-1INSTALLATION GX 271 ChopperA-1TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS - Red-D-Arc GX-271 (K1623-1)Make/Model Description Speed (RPM) Displacement Starting Capac
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