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6-5. Arc Control
1
Arc Control Knob
2
Arc Control Indicators
Arc control allows the arc characteristics,
fluid
versus
stiff
, to be changed for specific applications and wires. The
star
setting is good for most
applications. Use
fluid
settings (0
−
25) to soften the arc, increase puddle fluidity and flatten the weld bead appearance. Use
stiff
settings (0
−
25)
to stiffen the arc, reduce puddle fluidity and crown the weld bead appearance
.
To adjust or review the arc control setting, begin by turning Arc Control knob. The type (
fluid or stiff
) and value (0
−
25) will be displayed in the
Left and Right display for three seconds. Turn knob to desired arc control setting. Indicators around arc control knob will light to give visual indica-
tion of arc control setting.
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2
6-6. Memory 1-2
1
Memory 1-2 Buttons
2
Memory 1-2 LEDs
Memory 1-2 allows the operator to quickly select between welding setups.
To save welding setups to a memory, press and release desired memory button. Indicator will be lit. Choose welding parameters using Section
6-12. The welding setup is now saved to this memory. Repeat process for other memory button. Operator can now recall either setup by pressing
corresponding memory button.
.
Each memory has independent preset voltage or arc length, wire speed, arc control, preflow, postflow and trigger hold settings. These set-
tings are preserved when unit is turned off.
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2
6-7. Trigger Hold
1
Trigger Hold Button
2
Trigger Hold LED
Trigger Hold function allows the operator to weld without continuously pressing the welding gun trigger. The operator presses the welding gun
trigger for five seconds and an arc is established. The weld enable signal latches on and the operator can release the welding gun trigger. The
welding operation will continue. To stop the welding operation, press and release the welding gun trigger.
To enable Trigger Hold function, press and release button. Indicator will light. To disable press and release button. Indicator will not be lit.
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