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Product Familiarisation
1
Case Lid Release
2
On/Off Switch
3
120/60A Switch
4
Wire Feed Speed Dial
5
Over-Heat Indicator
6
Carrying Strap
7
Torch Handle
8
Trigger
9
Shroud
10
Mains Cable
11
Earth Clamp
12
Welding Mask (assembled)
13
Filter Frame
14
Welding Glass
15
Safety Glass
16
Frame Clips (x 2)
17
Handle Nuts (x 3)
18
Handle Bolts (x 3)
19
Frame Screws (x 2)
20
Handle
21
Welding Mask
22
Mask Clips
23
Tip
24
Wire Feed Output
25
Wire Reel
26
Reel Spindle Mechanism
27
Wire
28
Feed Mechanism Cover Screws
29
Main Liner Screws
30
Feed Roller
31
Tension Knob
32
Reel Wire Liner
33
Reel Wire Liner Screw
34
Tension Latch
35
Tension Roller
36
Liner
Accessories (not shown)
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Chipping Hammer
•
Wire Brush
8
Intended Use
Welder for light to medium-duty MIG (Metal Inert Gas) welding applications, for use with various
types of steel, using suitable flux-cored welding wires. It does not require a gas connection as the
flux-cored wire provides the shielding gas in use. This product is not designed for commercial, trade
or industrial applications.
Unpacking Your Tool
• Carefully unpack and inspect your tool. Fully familiarise yourself with all its features and
functions
• Ensure that all parts of the tool are present and in good condition. If any parts are missing or
damaged, have such parts replaced before attempting to use this tool
Before Use
WARNING: Always unplug the welding machine from the mains supply and allow to cool fully
before attempting to fit or replace any part.
Note: This tool is earthed and must only be connected to mains with a earth connection. Do not
attempt to use it without an earth connection.
IMPORTANT: Connecting to mains
• This welder is not supplied with a mains electrical plug because at full capacity it will draw far too
much power for a normal domestic mains plug and socket. This welder must not be fitted with
a standard 13A UK plug.
• A high current mains socket or terminal must be installed by a qualified and accredited
professional electrician. A 32A socket and plug conforming to IEC 60309 is recommended
• A non-socketed mains connection also requires welder connection by a qualified and
accredited professional electrician. However, a socketed connection is safer and more strongly
recommended so the welder can be safely isolated when necessary. If directly wired to mains, a
double pole, double throw isolator switch must be fitted
• The welder must be connected to a consumer unit with a built-in RCD, using a circuit protected
by an RCD
• Please refer to the Specification for details of the maximum current required by this welder
• If in any doubt, do not attempt to connect or use this welder until a professional electrician has
been consulted
Assembling the mask
1. Use the Mask Clips (22) to assemble the flat-packed Welding Mask (21) into its normal shape
2. Fit the Handle (20) using the Handle Nuts and Bolts (17 & 18). The Handle must be inside the
Welding Mask body to protect the operator's hand from splatter
3. Ensure the Safety Glass (15) protects the Welding Glass (14) from weld splatter. If the Welding
Glass is fitted as the external layer, it may get damaged by splatter and allow dangerous
ultra-violet light to reach the operator's eyes
4. Fit the glass assembly into the Welding Mask using the Frame Screws (19) and Frame Clips (16)
Installing wire
• This welder requires 0.8-0.9mm flux-cored wire
1. Turn the Case Lid Release (1) and lift the lid of the case
2. Turn the plastic top of the Reel Spindle Mechanism (26) anti-clockwise and remove it carefully
with the spring and top section
3. Place the supplied Wire Reel (25) over the reel holder spindle (shown already fitted), positioning
so that the Wire (27) will feed off the Wire Reel on the nearest side as indicated by the arrow
4. Refit the top section, spring and plastic top of the Reel Spindle Mechanism. Ensure the spring
provides sufficient tension so the Wire Reel does not unravel on its own
5. Release the Tension Knob (31) so that the Tension Latch (34) can be swung clear as shown
6. Carefully release the end of the Wire from the spool and take care not to let the Wire unravel.
Ensure that the wire tip is straight and is cut off cleanly
7. Slowly feed the Wire into the end of the Reel Wire Liner (32) across the Feed Roller (30) and into
the Liner (36) and push a little way into the Liner carefully
8. Swing the Tension Latch back into position, ensuring that the Wire is centred in the grooves of
the Feed Roller and Tension Roller (35)
9. Reposition the Tension Latch as shown in image A. Tension can be adjusted by rotating the
Tension Knob
10. Close the lid and secure with the Case Lid Release
11. Pull off the Shroud (9) from the torch and unscrew the Tip (23) and remove
12. Connect the welder to the mains power supply, switch on, and hold the torch
13. Move the torch away from the machine, so that the torch cable is straight
14. Ensure that the torch is not touching anything, and squeeze the Trigger (8). The wire feed
mechanism should drive the Wire through to the torch. See image B
15. If the Wire is not driven through, disconnect from the mains power supply, open the lid and
tighten the Tension Knob (31). The drive rollers should be just tight enough to drive the Wire
through to the torch, but not so tight as to prevent the drive roller from slipping if the Wire
becomes blocked