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cleared from memory. While in synergic mode,
you will notice while cycling between different
wire types and wire thicknesses, the basic volt
and wire feed settings do not appear to change.
This is normal. Keep in mind that the unit de-
faults to the minimum setting for each synergic
setting and only the ratio changes
. The wire
speed setting does not change because instead
of reading in Inches Per Minute, the machine is
programmed to recalibrate itself to read in
Amps while in the synergic mode.
Amps are
directly linked and controlled by wire feed speed
in MIG welding. Due to Ampacity, different wire
diameters can deliver a different amount of amps
at the same given wire feed speed. So, this is
why the unit is calibrated to read in Amps while
in the synergic mode. It should be noted that
while actively welding, this unit reads actual out-
put amps regardless of standard or synergic
modes.
To operate, simply select the type and
size of wire being used once a synergic mode is
selected.
Selectable options for wire type in-
clude: Steel, Aluminum, and Stainless. Wire sizes
for the synergic function include,
.023”, .030”,
.035”,
and
.045”
wire diameters. Some exact
wire sizes may vary from what is listed.
Note The
unit is not suitable or designed for wires larger
than
.45”.
If
.062”
or similar sized wire is re-
quired to be used, select another unit that is ca-
pable of greater amp output that supports a
heavier gun. The synergic mode is not calibrated
for Flux
-
Core or dual shielded wires, or every
possible formulation of filler wire, but does offer
a good starting point for most wires. Remember,
the synergic mode is designed to assist in setting
up the machine and simplifies operation. It will
not always offer every user the best setting in all
situations. Use it as a tool, and keep in mind that
experience is the ultimate resource for proper
machine setup.
Special Note concerning Synergic
operation with the spool gun: Make sure if you
purchase a spool gun for operation with this
unit, that a MTS version of the spool gun is pur-
chased. This will offer you excellent control of
both Amps and Volts through the speed control
knob located on the spool gun. This is something
particularly useful and will allow you better con-
trol than any other brand or type of spool gun
on the current market by reducing your need to
visit the panel to make corrections to voltage
while welding. You will not be able to adjust
amps/wire speed on the panel in synergic mode
since wire speed/amp control is routed through
the gun, but will still be able to fine tune voltage
on the panel if needed. Otherwise, the synergic
spool gun mode operates essentially the same as
the Synergic MIG mode.
7.
Pedal/2T/4T selector.
Press the button to select
one of the torch switch or pedal function modes.
Select 2T for simple press
-
and
-
hold operation of the
torch switch. For 2T operation with the torch
switch: 1) Press and hold the switch to start the
arc and weld. Release the switch to cease welding.
Select 4T for advanced use of the sequencer con-
trols on the panel such as pre
-
flow, post
-
flow, up
slope and down slope. To operate in 4T mode with
the torch switch/remote: 1) Press and release the
switch to start arc. 2) The current will begin to
upslope to reach normal welding current. 3) Press
and hold switch to begin downslope. 4) Release
switch to terminate the arc. In 4T mode, if the
puddle becomes too hot, it can be cooled by light-
ly tapping the switch to begin downslope and tap-
ping again to restart upslope before end current is
reached. Setting a long downslope helps improve
heat control in 4T as the torch switch is cycled be-
tween downslope and upslope before the arc is
terminated.
IMPORTANT: To use the foot pedal
mode select pedal mode and adjust TIG amps to
the maximum desired setting.
The pedal will then
control the amperage throughout the entire range
of amps up to the maximum selected amperage,
based off the pedal position.] The foot pedal is for
TIG use only. The 2T 4T modes can be with TIG
mode or MIG mode.
8.
Mode (Process) Selector.
Select the desired pro-
cess by toggling the arrow button. Each press of
the button will advance and highlight the next pro-
cess to the right. Select between the following pro-
cesses: Standard MIG mode, Synergic MIG mode,
Standard Spool Gun mode, Synergic Spool Gun
mode, Standard TIG mode and Stick mode.
In
standard MIG or Standard Spool gun modes, volts
and amps are controlled completely independent
of each other.
When Synergic MIG or Synergic
Spool gun mode is selected, the Synergic mode LED
will light above the synergic section to remind you
that the operation is synergic instead of manual. In
stick mode, almost all electrodes can be used ex-
cept rods with a high percentage of cellulose in the
flux. If using with cellulosic rods, such as E 6010,
less than satisfactory performance may be experi-
enced. Consider using other welders capable of
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