Hobart Welding Products OM-945 manual Stick Welding Smaw Guidelines, Stick Welding Procedure

SECTION 13 − STICK WELDING (SMAW) GUIDELINES

13-1. Stick Welding Procedure

Y Weld current starts when electrode touches work- piece.

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YWeld current can damage electronic parts in vehicles. Disconnect both battery cables before welding on a vehicle. Place work clamp as close to the weld as possible.

1 Workpiece

Make sure workpiece is clean be- fore welding.

2Work Clamp

3Electrode

A small diameter electrode requires less current than a large one. Fol- low electrode manufacturer’s instructions when setting weld am- perage (see Section 13-2).

4Insulated Electrode Holder

5Electrode Holder Position

6Arc Length

Arc length is the distance from the electrode to the workpiece. A short arc with correct amperage will give a sharp, crackling sound.

7 Slag

Use a chipping hammer and wire brush to remove slag. Remove slag and check weld bead before mak- ing another weld pass.

Tools Needed:

stick 12/96 − ST-151 593

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