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Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Mig welder.
Before attempting to operate this machine, please read this leaflet thor-oughly
and follow the instructions carefully, in doing so you will ensure the safety of
yourself and that of others around you, and so that it will provide you with long
and troublefree service.
GUARANTEE
This CLARKE product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period
of 12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt as proof of
purchase. This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been abused
or tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which it was
intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product can
be returned to us without prior permission. This guarantee does not effect
your statutory rights.
CONTENTS:
Safety
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Electromagnetic Interference (EMC)
4
Safety Precautions
7
Preparation of Working Area
12
Safety Equipment
12
Mig Welding - How it Works
12
Benefits of Mig welding
12
Welder Specifications
13
Electrical Connections
14
Assembly
15
Torch Lead Assembly Instructions
16
Face Mask
16
Attaching Gas Bottle and Regulator
16
Loading Wire
17
Preparation for Welding
18
Operation
18
Wire Size Specification Chart
19
Tuning the Welder
19
Welding Hints and Maintenance
20
Troubleshooting Chart
21
Types of Joints
22
Parts Drawing and Lists & Wiring Diagrams
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