Blue Hawk FLUX-MIG 100 Mode D'emploi page 8

PREPARATION
Grounding clamp - Grounding clamp is required for proper use of welder. The grounding clamp
needs to be connected to bare metal in order to complete the circuit and for the welder to be used
properly. If the grounding clamp is not connected to a bare metal contact, you will not be able to
complete the circuit. It's recommended that the grounding clamp is connected as close as
possible to the welding area, but not so close in which the grounding clamp becomes a safety
concern.
BEFORE BEGINNING ASSEMBLY AND OPERATION OF PRODUCT, MAKE SURE ALL
PARTS ARE PRESENT. IF ANY COMPONENTS LISTED ARE MISSING, PLEASE CONTACT
CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-877-888-8225, 8 A.M. - 8 P.M., EST, MONDAY - FRIDAY.
DO NOT USE THE ITEM IF PARTS ARE MISSING.
Assembly time: 15-20 minutes depending on the welding application you plan to use with welder.
The welder has initially been set up to operate with flux core wire. Any welding application that
does not use flux core wire will require changes to be made. Please reference 'Types of welding
applications compatible with welder' and 'Changing welding wire size' sections to see which
welding set up is best suited for your particular welding application.
NOTE: If you intend to use a MIG welding application, additional components are required for
proper operation and not included. Please reference the MIG welding section under 'Types of
welding applications compatible with welder' and consult with your local retailer for assistance in
selecting components that are suitable for and compatible with your specific welding application.
Tools required for assembly (not included): Welding wire determined by use (flux core welding
wire or MIG welding wire), pliers, wire cutters, adjustable wrench, hose clamp, shielding gas, and
gas regulator.
Before you start any welding project, make sure the power to the welder is turned off. You will
need to make sure that the feed wheel, contact tip, and welding wire size match before you start
any set up or preparation, and/or before you start any welding project. If any of the welding
components (feed wheel, contact tip, welding wire) are a different size, you should not proceed
with the installation process.
NOTE: Whenever changing welding wire size, you will need to make sure that your contact tip
and feed wheel size match up to your new welding wire size you intend to use for your specific
welding application. If any of the welding components (feed wheel, contact tip, welding wire) are
a different size you should not proceed with the installation process.
PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND THE SET UP PROCESS FOR EACH WELDING
METHOD BEFORE ASSEMBLING AND USING THE WELDER.
This welder allows you 3 different welding options: Flux welding, MIG welding, and aluminum
welding. Before you begin welding, first figure out which specific welding application you plan to
use. Follow the specific set up instructions for that specific welding process. Please remember
each welding process requires its own particular requirements and proper set up of welder for
proper operation. Failure to follow the proper set up may result in improper use of the item that
may cause properly damage, electrical shock, fire, and/or serious injury or death.
BEFORE YOU BEGIN WELDING
Welding requires a high degree of skill and experience. Once you have the welder and
accessories properly secured and ready to operate, you should practice a few sample welds
on a scrap piece of metal before you begin welding your first project. Check your power
output and adjust (if needed) so that the proper power output is used for the specific welding
application. Always make sure to check that your work area is safe and secure. Additional
practice periods are recommended whenever you weld a different thickness of metal, different
material, or use a different type of welding wire, or when modifying the electrical connection.
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