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7. GETTING STARTED
Getting started must be consistent with technical data and conditions of use.
GETTING STARTED MMA – COATED ELECTRODE
Fig. 2. Getting started MMA
1. Insert the mains plug into a suitable 1x230 V ± 10% mains socket, 50/60
Hz. The supply fuses or circuit breaker should correspond to the technical
data stated in this manual.
2. Switch the main switch
A15
to the position “I“.
3. Connect the electrode holder to the quick connector (+)
A2
and the
earthing cable to the quick connector (-)
A1
according the instruction on
the electrodes packing.
4. By means of the welding method switch
A7
switch to the position MMA
or MMA
VRD
.
5. By means of the encoder
A9
set the welding current.
6. Press and then rotate the encoder
A9
to adjust the level of HOT START
(increase of the current when arc is ignited; range 1 – 10, default 5) and
ARC FORCE (automatic increase of the welding current at the contact of
the electrode and the weldment during welding; range 1 – 10, default 3).
7. Connect the earthing clamps of the ground cable to the welding piece.
8. Insert the appropriate coated electrode into the electrode holder and you
may start welding.
NOTE
Prevent touching the electrode any metal material for in this mode
the quick connectors
A2
and
A1
are under current.
