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Welding in STICK MMA (SMAW) Mode
1
Fit MMA electrode holder to machine – Normally positive terminal
2
Fit earth lead to machine and to work piece – Normally negative terminal
3
Set the machine mode to MMA (No. 7 front panel)
4
Press button in STICK section (No.14) to select function required, this will be shown in display (1) and can be adjusted
with knob (18)
ARC Force % - This controls the arc response to when electrode is held close/away from workpiece. Arc force
automatically adjusts by changing the volts / amps to maintain a stable arc.
HOT Start % - For controlling the extra amps when the arc is first started and prevents the electrode sticking
to work. Adjustable from 0 - 100% of hot start amps available.
Hot Start Time - Adjusts the time in 0-2 seconds that the hot start will happen at beginning of weld. This helps
to reduce electrode sticking to work.
5
Adjust required amperage using control knob (no.18) and amperage will be shown in display 2
6
Place electrode in holder
7
Strike arc and weld
