Design and function
MMA welding
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5.8.5
Hotstart
The hotstart device improves the ignition of the stick electrodes using an increased ignition current.
a) =
Hotstart time
b) =
Hotstart current
I =
Welding current
t =
Time
5.8.5.1 Hotstart current
Operating
element
Action
Result
Displays
x x
Select hotstart current welding parameter
Press until hotstart current signal light AMP% comes on
Set hotstart current
The factory setting is a value as a percentage of the
selected main current- See 5.12 Machine configuration
menu chapter.
5.8.5.2 Hotstart time
Operating
element
Action
Result
Displays
Select hotstart time welding parameter
Press until hotstart time light sec comes on
Set hotstart time