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Electrode Inverter | Version 1.09
Operation
With the EASY-STICK 121, EASY-STICK 141 and
EASY-STICK 161 welding units, welding with all com-
mon rod electrodes is possible. The device has the auto-
matic functions "
Hot Start
", "
Anti-Stick
" and "
Arc
Force
". The
Hot-Start
function provides stable ignition
of the arc and the
Anti-Stick
function prevents the
electrode from sticking. These functions are automati-
cally activated and deactivated. The
Arc-Force
control
adjusts the dynamics to the welding process and can be
controlled.
11.1Operating conditions
Working altitude: </= 1000 m above sea level
Operating temperature: -10°C to +40°C
Humidity: < 90% (20°C)
Substrate: solid, level (max inclination angle 15°).
Protect the unit from rain and direct sunlight.
Environment free of dust, chemicals (acids, corrosive
substances).
Ensure adequate ventilation. Minimum distance of the
device to the wall: 30 cm.
11.2Electrical connection
Check that the voltage indicated on the type plate corre-
sponds to the nominal voltage of your voltage mains.
The device may only be used at a connection with a 1-
phase voltage of 230 V (+/-10%), which has been instal-
led by an authorised specialist. The required power
consumption must be available and the mains socket
must be properly grounded. The fusing of the supply li-
nes to the mains socket must comply with the regulati-
ons.
For some applications, extension cords must be used to
reach the workplace. To ensure full performance of the
unit, the required conductor cross-sections must be ob-
served depending on the cable length.
If necessary, a qualified electrician must ensure that the
electrical installation is carried out in such a way as to
ensure the correct operation of the welding machine.
11.3Welding with rod electrode (MMA)
Important!
Before welding, read the instructions of the
electrode manufacturer on the electrode packaging.
They contain the following information:
- Recommended welding current,
- Ground Polarity; Connect to ¨+¨ or ¨-¨ Connection,
- Welding current type: direct current, alternating
current.
Fig. 10: Connection for arc welding
The cable provided is for connecting the welding material
to the device (Fig. 12, DCEP - right: MMA welding). The
welding material must be clean at the connection with
the earth terminal in order to achieve good contact. The
earth terminal must always be connected directly to the
workpiece and to the ¨-¨ connection on the device side -
according to the instructions of the electrode manufactu-
rer. The electrode holder - cable must be connected to
the ¨+¨ connection - according to the instructions of the
electrode manufacturer.
WARNING!
Danger due to incorrect storage
and incorrect use of inert gas
cylinders!
- Protect gas cylinders from excessive heat, mecha-
nical shock, physical damage, slag, open flames,
sparks and electric arcs.
- Never let the welding electrode or earthing clamp
touch the gas cylinder, do not lay any cables over
the cylinder.
APPLICATION INSTRUCTIONS:
- Switch off the motor if the welding machine is not
used to save energy.
- Connect the protective conductor directly to the ma-
chine.
- If the mains switch switches off in a protective man-
ner due to a fault. Do not restart until the problem is
solved. Otherwise the problem area will be extended.
ATTENTION!
OVERLOAD!
If you use the EASY-STICK 161 welding machine,
welding may only be carried out with currents of up to
140 A. Electrode welding with higher currents leads
to overload and to fuse tripping.
