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 5-15
Item Symbol Description
0
1
Connection socket, “+” welding current
2
Workpiece
3
Connection socket, welding current “–”
4
Electrode holder
• 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 infor-
mation of the electrode manufacturer on the electrode packaging.
5.4 Remote control
The remote controls are operated via the 19-pole remote control connection socket (analogue) or
the 7-pole remote control connection socket (digital), depending on the model.
Read and observe the documentation to all system and accessory components!
