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MMA SETUP
Output connecons
Electrode polarity is generally determined by the type of welding rod being used although in general
when using manual arc welding electrodes the electrode holder is connected to the posive terminal
and the work return to the negave terminal.
Generally, there are two connecon methods of DC welder: DCEN and DCEP connecon.
DCEN: The welding electrode holder is connected to the negave polarity, and the workpiece is
connected to the posive polarity.
DCEP: The electrode holder is connected to the posive polarity, and the workpiece is connected to
the negave polarity.
The operator can choose DCEN based on the base metal and welding electrode. Generally speaking,
DCEP is recommended for basic electrodes (i.e. electrode connected to the
posive polarity).
Always consult the electrode manufacturer’s data sheet if you have
any doubts.
MMA welding
1. When connecng welding cables, ensure that the machines ON/OFF mains switch is turned o and
never connect the machine to the mains supply with the panels removed.
2. Insert the cable plug with electrode holder into the “+” socket on the front panel of the welding
machine and ghten it clockwise.
3. Insert the cable plug of the work return lead into the “-” socket on the front panel of the welding
machine and ghten it clockwise.
If you want to use long secondary cables (Electrode holder cable and/or earth cable), you must ensure
that the cross-seconal area of the cable is increased appropriately in order to reduce the voltage drop
due to the cable length.
Please Note:
Check these power connecons
daily to ensure they have not
become loose otherwise
arcing may occur when
used under load.
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