EasyWeld / HandyWeld 160
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SECTION 4:
OPERATION
4.01 Overview
Standard operating procedures apply when using these Welding machines, i.e. connect work lead directly to
workpiece with the spring loaded clamp. The MIG wire is fed from the spool through the feed roller system and
into the MIG Gun (consult CIGWELD or the electrode wire manufacturers information for the correct polarity).
The welding amperage range (plate thickness pre-set) values should be used as a guide only. Current delivered
to the arc is dependent on the Wire Feed Speed and welding arc voltage, and as welding arc voltage varies
between different classes of MIG wire, welding current at given settings could vary accordingly to the type of
MIG wire in use. The operator should use the plate thickness pre-set welding current values as a guide, then
finally adjust the current setting to suit the application, buy fine tuning the WFS / Amps and Volts / Trim settings.
4.02 Power Source Controls, Indicators and Features
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Figure 4-1 EasyWeld 130 as Pictured
1. Process Selection Control
The process selection control is used to select the desired welding mode. Three modes are available, MIG
Gasless (FCAW), MIG Gas (Solid) (GMAW) and STICK (MMAW) modes. Refer to section 5.09 or 5.10 for MIG
(FCAW/GMAW) set up details, or section 6.01 for Stick (MMAW) set-up details.
Note that when the unit is powered off in STICK mode, the mode selection control will automatically default
to MIG Gasless (FCAW), this means when you turn the machine back on it will start up in MIG Gasless mode.
This is done as a safety precaution, so as to prevent inadvertent arcing should an electrode holder be connected
to the unit and mistakenly be in contact with the work piece during power up.
2. Power Indicator
The power indicator is illuminated when nominal 230/240V mains power is applied to the power source and
the ON/OFF switch located on the rear panel is in the ON position.
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