: Buying a used welder: what to check for?


larsbc4x4
03-14-2002, 08:52 AM
A acquaintance of mine is selling an "old" Miller 200 amp MIG welder. I think it might actually be a 210 amp unit since I don't recall them making a 200. It was used in their auto repair shop so I don't think it has seen heavy use but, on the other hand, it has seen more use than the average hobbyist owner would impose on it.

ANYWAY, I'm wondering if there are any things in particular I need to check. I'm unaware of what the major wear items are.

At this point, I don't know what model it is, nor do I know it's duty cycle. I hope to have a look at it this week but I'd like to know what to check for when I get there.


...lars

Fullreversal
03-14-2002, 08:57 AM
try before you buy...:)