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INTRODUCTION

Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE MMA (Arc) 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

MMA (Arc) 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.

MAIN DESIGN FEATURES

INVENTORY

The items supplied include the following:

• 1 x MMA Inverter Welder

• 1 x Torch Cable with Electrode Holder

• 1 x Earth Clamp & Cable

• 1 x Combination Wire Brush / Hammer

• 1 x Instruction Manual

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the electrode can be easily withdrawn without it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