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Operating Instructions and Parts Manual
Inverter Technology Arc Welder
parameters. (115 volts +/- 10%)
5. Green LED – On = ready to weld.
Controls – Back Panel (See Figure 3)
1.On/Off Switch: O = Off I = On
2.Power Cord input

General Safety

Danger means a
hazard that will
cause death or serious injury if the
warning is ignored.
Warning means a
hazard that could
cause death or serious injury if the
warning is ignored.
Caution means a
hazard that may
cause minor or moderate injury if the
warning is ignored. It also may mean a
hazard that will only cause damage to
property.
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CAUTION

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WARNING
!
DANGER
Note: Note means any additional
information pertaining to the product
or its proper usage.
Always
keep a
fire extinguisher accessible
while performing arc
welding operations.
●Before starting or servicing any
electric arc welder, read and
understand all instructions. Failure
to follow safety precautions or
instructions can cause equipment
damage and or serious personal
injury or death. For additional
safety information, obtain a copy of
ANSI Standard Z49.1 - Safety in
Welding and Cutting. This
publication may be ordered from
the American Welding Society, 550
NW LeJune Rd., Miami, FL 33135.
●All installation, maintenance, repair
and operation of this equipment
should be performed by qualified
persons only in accordance with
national, state, and local codes.
Im-
proper
useof electric arc welders
can cause electric shock,
injury, and death! Take all
precautions described in
this manual to reduce the possibility of
electric shock.
●Verify that all components of the
arc welder are clean and in good
condition prior to operating the
welder. Be sure that the insulation
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WARNING
!
WARNING
on all cables, electrode holders, and
power cords is not damaged.
Always repair or replace damaged
components before operating the
welder. Always keep welder panels,
shields, etc. in place when operating
the welder.
●Always wear dry protective clothing
and welding gloves, and insulated
footwear.
●Always operate the welder in a
clean, dry, well ventilated area. Do
not operate the welder in humid,
wet, rainy, or poorly ventilated
areas.
●Be sure that the work piece is
properly supported and grounded
prior to beginning any electric arc
welding operation.
●Coiled welding cable should be
spread out before use to avoid
overheating and damage to
insulation.
Never immerse the
electrode or
electrode holder in water. If the welder
becomes wet for any reason, be
absolutely certain that it is completely
clean and dry prior to attempting use!
●Always shut the equipment off and
unplug the power prior to moving
the unit.
●Always attach the ground lead first.
● Verify that the work piece is
securely grounded.
●Always shut off electric arc welding
equipment when not in use and
remove the electrode from the
holder.
●Never allow any part of the body to
touch the electrode and ground or
grounded work piece at the same
time.
●Awkward welding conditions and
positions can be electrically
hazardous. When crouching,
kneeling or at elevations, be sure to
insulate all conductive parts, wear
appropriate protective clothing, and
take precautions to prevent injury
from falls.
●Never attempt to use this
equipment at current settings or
duty cycles higher than those
specified on the equipment labels.
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DANGER
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Figure 2 - Front Panel Controls
Electrode Polarity Chart
Rod Type DCEP DCEN
+-
6011 Deep Penetrating x
6013 General Purpose x x
7014 Fast Fill x x
7018 High Strength x
Auto Strike x x
Aluminum x
Stainless x
Hardface x
Figure 3 - Back Panel Controls
11
2
2
3
4
5
x = recommended