Stick Operation - Everlast POWER i-MIG 253DP Operator's Manual

Section 2
Tapping Method
1. Make sure the unit is turned on and the startup cycle has finished.
2. Select the appropriate Stick icon on the Process Selector.
3. Make sure electrode holder is in in the Positive connector and the work clamp is in the nega-
tive connector.
4. Select the Amp level desired. Use table 5 to determine approximate amps suitable for the
rod size selected. Consult the welding electrode manufacturer's recommendation as well for
proper amperage. No voltage adjustment is available. Select Hot Start Time and Hot Start in-
tensity to improve starting reliability.
5. Use the arc force control to select the desired arc characteristics, creating the desired arc
characteristic and amp response needed to maintain the arc. Cellulose electrodes may not
have the same arc force behavior as other welding electrodes, but each brand and size will
weld a little differently. The arc force control setting will vary from person to person as well,
with different rod angles, positions, and arc lengths all factoring into the arc force control per-
formance. If you are new to using a transformer welder, there are some aspects that will seem
different. One of the main ones is that the arc is better controlled in most situations by
"pushing in" when the arc seems to get weak or unstable and the arc force will kick in as the
voltage drops. Holding too long of an arc will signal the inverter to shut down and to terminate
welding output. This threshold is shorter than most transformers, and an extremely long arc
cannot be maintained. However, with a little practice, the arc will be easy to manage.
6. Strike the arc with either the tapping method or the match strike method. Beginners usually
find that the match strike method typically yields the best results.
NOTE: Pay particular attention to the Arc Force setting as it affects the aggressiveness of the arc and
the amp response. Though the function of the control is different from Stick to MIG, the effect is
somewhat similar. In stick mode, reset the Arc force to approximately 3-5 and readjust it from that
point to find the optimum setting. Usually, an increase in the arc force for cellulose based flux welding
rods is helpful. Lowering the Arc force setting is generally desirable for rods iron powder/Titania based
flux. Too much arc force create overheating of the welding rod, and even cause them to flame up. Too
little can lead to sticking and arc snuffing. Don't forget to readjust the arc force when returning to
MIG.
Setup Guide and component Identification

STICK OPERATION

STARTING METHODS
Scratch/Match Method
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