Harbor Freight Tools 55167 operating instructions Do not Switch the Current While Welding

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Setting Up The Weld

WARNING! Use care not to touch the welding tip to grounded material whenever the unit is plugged in. This unit is what is referred to as a “hot tip” welder, meaning that current is available to the wire at all times that the power Switch (7a) is in the ON position. Electric shock, fire, or burns may happen if appropriate precautions are not taken.

The Flux Wire Welder is used to weld sheet metal and light carbon steel.

Torch (1) Cable

 

 

 

 

Overload Indicator Light (22)

Wire Feed Speed Knob (9)

 

 

 

Power On / Off Switch (7a)

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Current Min. / Max. Switch (7b)

Ground Cable (33)

 

 

 

Power Cord (32)

 

 

 

 

 

 

Warning: Before arc welding, read and understand all safety precautions and warnings listed on pages 3 through 10.

1.Securely clamp the Ground Cable Clamp (33) as close as possible to the metal object to be welded, or to the metal work bench where the object is mounted and electrically connected.

2.Set the Current Switch (7b) to the desired current setting. Refer to the chart on the face of the welder or the chart on page 18 of this manual.

DO NOT SWITCH THE CURRENT WHILE WELDING.

3.Verify that the Power Switch is in the OFF position, then plug the Flux Wire Welder plug into a dedicated, 110 VAC, 20 amp line with delayed action type circuit breaker or fuses.

If an extension cord is used, it must have the following wire size: up to 30 feet, use 10 AWG size wire; 30 to 50 feet, use 8 AWG wire; Over 50 feet, use 6 AWG wire.

4.The workpieces should be firmly held together and in position while welding. Use clamps (not included) to hold the workpieces so that you can concentrate on the job at hand. The distance (if any) between the two workpieces must be controlled properly to allow the weld to hold both sides securely while allowing the weld to penetrate fully into the joint.

5.While holding the Torch with the wire and tip clearly out of the way of any grounded

SKU 55167

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353;

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Troubleshooting section at end of manual.

 

 

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Contents For technical questions and replacement parts, please call WelderContents Specifications General Safety RulesSave This Manual Work AreaPersonal Safety Electrical SafetyTool Use and Care Service Specific Safety RulesPage Inhalation Hazard Welding Produces toxic fumes and gassesGrounded Tools Tools With Three Prong Plugs Plug and OutletDouble Insulated Tools Tools With Two Prong Plugs Prong Plug and Outlet Outlets for 2-Prong PlugSee Figure C, next See Figure CFigure C Assembly UnpackingInstalling the Wire Reel Wire Feed Roller Bracket Screws 45 Washers Trigger Switch Replacement Operation Before You Start WeldingDo not Switch the Current While Welding Holding The Torch HartC EttingsS eldW Material Thickness Steel Weld Not Adhering Properly Weld Diagnosis Weld PenetrationBend at joint Excessive Spatter Porosity Crooked/wavy beadInaccurate welding Maintenance Parts Lists and Diagrams Wiring SchematicPlease Read the Following Carefully Assembly Diagram Page Troubleshooting Wire feed motor runs butwire does not feed properlyWire creates a bird’s nest During operation Welding arc not stablePower switch 7a does not light when switched on TroubleshootingFaulty or improperly connected Trigger Switch 1c Internal fuse blownWire Feeds, but arc does not ignite Weak Arc strength
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