Miller Electric Selec-O-Gas H1230E User manual

OWNER’S MANUAL
ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS − PRINTED IN USA ©2013 Miller Electric Mfg. Co.
Form 4443 Rev 2013-05
FORM: OM-264 021A 2013−06
For Selec-O-GastFlowmeters H1230E And H1240
1. Safety Symbol Definitions
DANGER! − Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury. The pos-
sible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols or
explained in the text.
Have only trained and qualified persons install, operate,
or service this unit. Read the safety information at the
beginning of these instructions and in each section. Call
your distributor if you do not understand the directions.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury. The possible ha-
zards are shown in the adjoining symbols or explained in
the text.
Cylinders contain gas under high pressure and can ex-
plode if damaged. Protect compressed gas cylinders from
excessive heat, mechanical shocks, physical damage,
slag, open flames, and sparks. Always secure cylinder to
running gear, wall, or other stationary support.
NOTICE Indicates statements not related to personal injury.
Indicates special instructions.
Welding sparks can cause fire or explosion. Move flam
-
mables away. Do not weld on closed tanks or barrels, or on
containers that have held combustibles − they can ex
-
plode. Clean tanks or barrels properly.
Arc rays can burn eyes and skin − wear a welding hel-
met with correct filter, and cover exposed skin with non-
flammable clothing. Build-up of gas can injure or kill. Shut off compressed gas
supply when not in use. Always ventilate confined spaces
or use approved air-supplied respirator.
CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS
Welding or cutting equipment produces fumes or gases which contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause birth defects and,
in some cases, cancer. (California Health & Safety Code Section 25249.5 et seq.)
This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm.
Wash hands after use.
2. Safety Precautions − Read Before Using
!Do not use this equipment unless
you are trained in its proper use or
are under competent supervision.
Follow the procedures described in
this booklet every time you use the
equipment. Failure to follow these
instructions may cause fire, explo-
sion, asphyxiation, property dam-
age, or personal injury. This equip-
ment must be used in accordance
with all Federal, State, and local reg-
ulations as well as DOT (Depart-
ment of Transportation) and CGA
(Compressed Gas Association) reg-
ulations. Contact your gas supplier
for more information on the proper
use of compressed gases.
!Do not use this equipment with
gases and pressures other than
those for which it is intended. In-
spect all equipment before use. Do
not use damaged, defective, or im-
properly adjusted equipment. Do
not use if grease or oil is present on
equipment or if equipment is dam-
aged. Have equipment cleaned/re-
paired by a qualified person.
!Use the correct type hose connec-
tion for the specific gas service as
listed in Section 3.
!Inspect equipment before use. Do
not use if grease or oil is present on
equipment or if equipment is dam-
aged. Have equipment cleaned/re-
paired by a qualified person.
!Use an approved oil-free leak detec
-
tion fluid to locate possible leaks
.
PTFE tape is an acceptable pipe
thread sealant. If other sealing ma
-
terials are preferred, those materi
-
als must be compatible with the gas
that is being used in the system.
Check every connection and joint from the
cylinder valve to the torch tip with an ap
-
proved leak detection solution. If leaks are
detected, eliminate them before proceed
-
ing. If leaks cannot be eliminated, do no
t
put the equipment into service until it ha
s
been repaired or replaced.
!Always purge gas from the system
before lighting torch to prevent a
possible mixed-gas explosion
.
Purge gas in a well ventilated area
and away from flame or sparks.
3. Introduction
These flowmeters are designed to accurately measure and control the flow of a variety of gases. All units are tested at the factory to insure confor-
mance with rigid quality standards.
Four different scales are provided on the flowmeter tube to accurately show the flow in cubic feet per hour of three specific gases: argon, helium,
and carbon dioxide. The fourth scale is a general scale for use with a wide range of non corrosive gases such as acetylene, air, butane, hydrogen,
MAPP®, natural gas, nitrogen, oxygen, propane, etc. This general scale reads from 1 to 10 and specific flow rates for any of these gases can be
found by making reference to the conversion chart in Section 4.
Acetylene
Acetylene flow rates are based on 15 psig (103 kPa) inlet pressure to the flowmeter.
Do not use acetylene above 15 psig (103 kPa) flowing.
When used for acetylene, the flowmeter regulator must be readjusted from 30 psig (207 kPa) to 15 psig (103 kPa). To reset outlet pressure, remove
plug in regulator bonnet to access the recessed adjustment screw. Turn adjustment screw counterclockwise to obtain an outlet pressure of 15 psig
(103 kPa) as indicated on a test gauge at the regulator (not the flowmeter outlet).

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4. Conversion Chart
.The flow rates are specified in cubic feet per hour (scfh) and are based on gases supplied to the flowmeter at a pressure of 30 psig (207 kPa).
The flowmeter regulators automatically provide this pressure to the flowmeters.
Genera
l
Scale
Reading
Acetylene Air Argon Butane Carbon
Dioxide Helium Hydrogen MAPP)Natural Gas Nitrogen Oxygen Propane
Argon
75%
Carbon
Dioxide
25%
Flow Rates In scfh (L/Hr)
18.4
(237.9) 12.0 (339.8) 10.2 (288.8) 8.4 (237.9) 9.72 (275.2) 32.3 (914.6) 45.4 (1285.6) 9.9 (280.3) 14.6 (413.4) 12.2 (345.4) 11.4 (322.8) 9.6 (271.8) 10.1 (286)
213.5
(382.2) 20.0 (566.3) 17.0 (481.4) 14.0 (396.4) 16.2 (458.7) 53.8 (1523.4) 75.6 (2140.7) 16.5 (467.2) 24.2 (690.9) 20.4 (577.7) 19.0 (538) 16.0 (453) 16.8 (475.7)
318.9
(535.2) 27.1 (767.4) 23.1 (654.1) 18.9 (535.1) 21.9 (620.1) 72.9 (2064.2) 102.4 (2899.6) 22.4 (634.3) 33.1 (937.3) 27.6 (781.5) 25.7 (727.7) 21.7 (614.5) 22.8 (645.6)
425.2
(713.6) 34.5 (976.9) 29.4 (832.5) 24.1 (682.4) 27.9 (790) 92.8 (2627.8) 130.4 (3692.5) 28.5 (807) 42.1 (1192.1) 35.2 (996.7) 32.8 (928.8) 27.6 (781.5) 29.0 (821.1)
532.0
(906.1) 41.2 (1166.6) 35.1 (993.9) 28.8 (815.5) 33.3 (943) 110.8 (3137.5) 155.7 (4409) 34.1 (865.6) 50.3 (1424.3) 42.0 (1189.3) 39.1 (1107.1) 33.0 (934.5) 34.6 (979.7)
637.9
(1073.2) 48.0 (1359.2) 40.9 (1158.1) 33.6 (951.4) 38.8 (1098.7) 129.1 (3655.7) 181.4 (5136.7) 39.7 (1124.1) 58.6 (1659.3) 49 (1387.5) 45.6 (1291.2) 38.4 (1087.3) 40.0 (1144)
743.0
(1217.6) 54.0 (1529.1) 46.0 (1302.6) 37.8 (1070.3) 43.7 (1237.4) 145.2 (4111.6) 204.1 (5779.4) 44.6 (1262.9) 65.9 (1866) 55.1 (1560.2) 51.3 (1452.6) 43.2 (1223.2) 45.4 (1285.6)
848.0
(1359.2) 60.0 (1699) 51.1 (1447) 42.0 (1189.3) 48.6 (1376) 161.4 (4570.3) 226.8 (6422.2) 49.6 (1404.5) 73.2 (2072.8) 61.2 (1733) 57.0 (1614) 48.0 (1359.2) 50.5 (1430)
954.6
(1546.1) 66.0 (1868.9) 56.2 (1591.4) 46.2 (1308.2) 53.4 (1512) 177.5 (5026.2) 249.5 (7065) 54.6 (1546.1) 80.5 (2279.5) 67.3 (1905.7) 62.7 (1775.4) 52.8 (1495.1) 55.5 (1571.6)
10 59.8
(1693.3) 71.8 (2038.1) 61.1 (1730.1) 50.2 (1421.5) 58.1 (1645.2) 193.1 (5468) 271.4 (7685.1) 59.4 (1682) 87.6 (2480.5) 73.2 (2072.8) 68.2 (1931.2) 57.4 (1625.4) 60.4 (1710.3)
Specific
Gravity 0.91 1 1.35 2.06 1.53 0.14 0.07 1.49 0.67 0.97 1.105 1.56 1.4