Design and function
MMA welding
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5.3 MMA welding
5.3.1 Connecting the electrode holder and workpiece lead
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.
Figure 5-32
Item Symbol Description
0
1
Polarity selector plug, welding current cable
• Connect to the park socket.
2
Electrode holder
3
Workpiece
• 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 in-
formation of the electrode manufacturer on the electrode packaging.
