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MAINTENANCE
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OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
A solid weld bead requires that the electrode be moved slowly and steadily along the weld seam.
Moving the electrode rapidly or erratically will prevent proper fusion or create a lumpy, uneven
bead. To prevent ELECTRIC SHOCK, do not perform any welding while standing, kneeling, or lying
directly on the grounded work.
2.6 Finish the bead
As the coating on the outside of the electrode burns off, it forms an envelope of protective gasses
around the weld. This prevents air from reaching the molten metal and creates an undesirable
chemical reaction. The burning coating, however, forms slag. The slag formation appears as an
accumulation of dirty metal scale on the finished weld. Slag should be removed by striking the
joined by welding. Peening the weld not only removes the scale left behind in the welding but
relieves the internal strains developed by the heating and cooling process. Use a hammer or brush
after the workpiece has cooled.
MAINTENANCE
The welder needs regular maintenance:
• Periodically clean dust, dirt, grease, etc. from your welder.
Every six months, or as necessary,
remove the cover panel from the welder and air-blow any dust and dirt that may have accumulated
inside the welder.
• Replace power cord, ground cable, ground clamp, or electrode
assembly when damaged or worn.
• Store in a clean dry facility, free from corrosive gas, exces
s dust and high humidity. Store in a
temperature range from -12 to 49ºC (10 to 120ºF) and relative humidity not more than 90%.
• When transporting or storing the welder after use, it is reco
mmended to repack the product as it
was received for protection. Cleaning is required before storage and you must seal the plastic bag
in the box for storage.
model no. 058-1294-8 | contact us 1-800-689-9928
model no. 058-1294-8 | contact us 1-800-689-9928
model no. 058-1294-8 | contact us 1-800-689-9928
model no. 058-1294-8 | contact us 1-800-689-9928
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Always wear qualified safety goggles and full face shield when using the welder.
WARNING!
weld with a chipping hammer. The intense heat produced at the arc sets up strains in the metals
