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An important factor in making a satisfactory weld is preparation. This includes studying the process and equipment
and practicing welding before attempting to weld finished product. An organized, safe, ergonomic, comfortable,
and well-lit work area should be prepared for the operator. The work area should specifically be free of all
flammables with both a fire extinguisher and a bucket of sand available.
To properly prepare for welding with your new welder, it is necessary to:
• Read the safety precautions at the front of this manual.
• Prepare an organized, well-lit work area.
• Provide protection for the eyes and skin of the operator and bystanders.
• Attach the ground clamp to the bare metal to be welded, making sure of good contact.
• Plug the machine into a suitable outlet.
• Completely open the gas cylinder valve. Adjust the gas pressure regulator to the correct flow rate. (Not
applicable to Stick “SMAW” process.)
EXPOSURE TO A WELDING ARC IS EXTREMELY HARMFUL TO THE EYES AND
SKIN. PROLONGED EXPOSURE TO A WELDING ARC CAN CAUSE BLINDNESS
AND BURNS. NEVER STRIKE AN ARC OR BEGIN WELDING UNLESS YOU ARE
ADEQUATELY PROTECTED. WEAR FIRE RESISTANT WELDING GLOVES, HEAVY
LONG SLEEVED SHIRT, CUFF-LESS PANTS; HIGH TOPPED SHOES AND A
WELDING HELMET.
• Press the PROCESS SELECTION BUTTON (1) on the front panel until the PROCESS INDICATOR LED (2) for Stick
(SMAW) welding is lit.
• Check the electrode packaging to determine the recommended polarity and connect the electrode holder and
ground clamp to the NEGATIVE (-) and POSITIVE (+) DINSE SOCKETS (10 and 11) accordingly.
• Direct current electrode positive (DCEP) or direct current reverse polarity (DCRP): electrode holder in
POSITIVE (+) DINSE SOCKET, ground clamp in NEGATIVE (-) DINSE SOCKET. Most electrodes use DCEP.
• Direct current electrode negative (DCEN) or direct current straight polarity (DCSP): electrode holder in
NEGATIVE (-) DINSE SOCKET, ground clamp in POSITIVE (+) DINSE SOCKET
• Ensure the ground clamp has a good connection to the workpiece and is connected on clean, bare metal (not
rusty or painted).
• Secure the bare end of the welding electrode in-to the jaws of the electrode holder.
• Switch the unit ON with the ON/OFF SWITCH (12).
• Set the amperage with the AMPERAGE ADJUSTMENT KNOB (6).
Regulation Knob
Hz
% On
Mild Steel
E6010
–
–
30-75A
65-125A
80-160A
3.5-4
50-55
E6011
–
–
30-75A
35-120A
80-160A
3.7-4.2
50
E6013
10-50A
30-80A
40-90A
50-130A
90-180A
>5
>50
E7014
–
30-70A
40-90A
60-130A
90-180A
2-2.4
40-45
E7018
–
–
50-80A
80-160A
90-180A
5.5-6.5
70
Stainless Steel
E308L
–
–
40-70A
50-80A
70-130A
4-7
50-90
CANNOT WELD ALUMINUM
MATERIAL
(Wire)
ELECTRODE
TYPE
ELECTRODE DIAMETER
PULSE RECOMMENDATION
1/16” (1,6 mm)
5/64” (2 mm)
3/32” (2,4 mm)
1/8” (3 mm)
5/32” (4 mm)
180 ST+ STICK SET-UP CHART
Welding Preparation
Setup for Stick Welding (SMAW)
