Setup For Stick (Smaw) Welding - Thermal Arc Fabricator 211i Service Manual

FABRICATOR 211i

4.14 Setup For STICK (SMAW) Welding

A. Connect the Electrode Holder lead to the positive welding terminal (+). If in doubt, consult the electrode manufac-
turer. Welding current flows from the Power Source via heavy duty bayonet type terminals. It is essential, however,
that the male plug is inserted and turned securely to achieve a sound electrical connection.
B. Connect the work lead to the negative welding terminal (-). If in doubt, consult the electrode manufacturer. Welding
current flows from the power source via heavy duty bayonet type terminals. It is essential, however, that the male
plug is inserted and turned securely to achieve a sound electrical connection.
C. Select STICK mode with the process selection control (refer to Section 4.01.13 for further information).
Before connecting the work clamp to the work and inserting the electrode in the electrode holder make
sure the Electricity Supply is switched off.
Remove any packaging material prior to use. Do not block the air vents at the front or rear of the Welding
Power Source.
C. Switch the LOCAL/REMOTE switch inside the wire
feed compartment to LOCAL to use the Power Sources
Amperage control or REMOTE for remote amperage
control using a Hand Pendant Control.
INSTALLATION/SETUP
Positive Welding
Terminal (+)
Electrode Holder
Work Lead
Figure 4-18: Setup for Manual Arc Welding.
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INSTALLATION/SETUP
WARNING
CAUTION
Negative Welding
Terminal (-)
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