23 setup for stick (smaw) welding, Setup for stick (smaw) welding -28, Fabricator 141i – Tweco Fabricator 141i Operating Manual User Manual

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Fabricator 141i

INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND SETUP

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3.23 Setup for STICK (SMAW) Welding

A. Connect the Electrode Holder lead to the positive welding terminal (+). If in doubt, consult the electrode

manufacturer. Welding current flows from the Power Source via Dinse style connectors. 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 Dinse style connectors. It is essential, however, that the male

plug is inserted and turned securely to achieve a sound electrical connection.

WARNING

Before connecting the work clamp to the work and inserting the electrode in the electrode holder

make sure the Electricity Supply is switched off.

CAUTION

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.

Art #

A-10365

Negative Welding
Terminal (-)

Positive Welding
Terminal (+)

Work Lead

Electrode
Holder

MIG Gun
polarity lead
not connected.

Figure 3-19: Setup for Stick Welding(SMAW)

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