Design and function
MMA welding
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5.3 MMA welding
CAUTION
Risk of crushing and burns!
When changing stick electrodes there is a risk of crushing and burns!
• Wear appropriate and dry protective gloves.
• Use an insulated pair of tongs to remove the used stick electrode or to move welded work-
pieces.
5.3.1 Connecting the electrode holder and workpiece lead
Figure 5-24
Item Symbol Description
0
1
Electrode holder
2
Connection socket for "+" welding current
Electrode holder or workpiece lead connection
3
Polarity selector plug, welding current cable
• Connect to the park socket.
4
Workpiece
5
Connection socket, “-” welding current
Electrode holder or workpiece lead connection
• Insert the polarity selection plug in the park socket and lock in place by turning to the right.
• Insert the electrode holder plug and workpiece lead into the welding current socket depending on ap-
plication and lock in place by turning to the right. The corresponding polarity will be based on the infor-
mation of the electrode manufacturer on the electrode packaging.
