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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Welder. Before attempting to operate

the machine it is essential that you read this manual thoroughly and carefully

follow all instructions given. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself

and that of others around you, and you can also look forward to the welder

giving you long and satisfactory service.

When unpacking, any damage or deficiency should be reported to your

CLARKE dealer immediately.

PRINCIPLES OF THE MACHINE

Manual Metal Arc (MMA) welding uses a coated consumable electrode

(stick) to lay the weld, therefore an additional welding torch kit is not required.

The arc melts the core of the electrode to produce drops of molten metal

(weld pool) that cool to create the welded joint. Because of the versatility and

simplicity of MMA welding, it requires less skill and is used primarily to weld iron

and steel (including stainless steel. but nickel and copper can also be welded

using this method.

This machine is designed to be used for both metal ARC (MMA) and TIG

welding. (TIG welding leads are not supplied with the machine. These are

however, readily available from your CLARKE dealer (Part number 6012233).

SUITABILITY

MAIN DESIGN FEATURES

MMA/Arc Welding

Carbon Steel, Low Alloy Steel, Stainless Steel, Cast

Iron.

TIG Welding

Carbon Steel, Low Alloy Steel, Stainless Steel, Cast

Iron, Titanium, Copper + Brass.

ARC-FORCE

Automatically increases the current to prevent the

electrode sticking when operating with a short arc

length.

HOT START

Increases the welding current at the beginning of

the welding process.

ANTI-STICK

The electrode can be easily withdrawn without it

becoming damaged.

VOLTAGE REDUCTION

SAFETY DEVICE (VRD)

Reduces open circuit voltage when not in use to pre-

vent accidental injury