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Owner’s Manual & Safety Instructions
Save This Manual Keep this manual for the safety warnings and precautions, assembly,
operating, inspection, maintenance and cleaning procedures. Write the product’s serial number in the
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Safety ...................................................................... 2
Specifications .......................................................... 7
Setup ....................................................................... 8
Basic Welding ......................................................... 10
Welding Tips ........................................................... 12
Maintenance and Service ....................................... 16
Parts List and Diagram ........................................... 18
Warranty ................................................................. 20
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This is the Safety alert symbol. It is used to alert you to potential
personal injury hazards. Obey all Safety messages that
follow this symbol to avoid possible injury or death.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
will result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in minor or moderate injury.
Addresses practices not related to personal injury.
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manufacturer′s instructions,
Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS′s),
employer′s Safety practices, and ANSI Z49.1.
2. [**/%&'$%&2%(*,4.%&2%4."79(*81%%%
Keep children and bystanders away while operating.
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If it falls while plugged in, severe injury,
electric shock, or fire may result.
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A moment of inattention while operating welders
may result in serious personal injury.
7. HZ&"9%'8"8$*8$"&8,7%#$,($"831%%Make sure you are
prepared to begin work before turning on the Welder.
8. M*Z*(%7*,Z*%$.*%P*79*(%'8,$$*89*9%)."7*%
*8*(3"\*91%%Turn power off if you have to leave.
9. I.*%),(8"83#B%/(*4,'$"&8#B%,89%"8#$('4$"&8#%
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operator that common sense and caution are
factors which cannot be built into this product,
but must be supplied by the operator.

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7,(W8]%,89%7'83%4,84*(1 Also, some diseases
that may be linked to exposure to welding
or plasma cutting exhaust fumes are:
• Early onset of Parkinson’s Disease
• Heart disease
• Ulcers
• Damage to the reproductive organs
• Inflammation of the small intestine or stomach
• Kidney damage
• Respiratory diseases such as
emphysema, bronchitis, or pneumonia
Use natural or forced air ventilation and wear
a respirator approved by NIOSH to protect
against the fumes produced to reduce the
risk of developing the above illnesses.
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Do not breathe exhaust fumes.
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are not feasible, use an approved respirator.
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Follow OSHA guidelines for
Permissible Exposure Limits (PEL’s) and
the American Conference of Governmental
Industrial Hygienists recommendations for
Threshold Limit Values (TLV’s) for fumes and gases.
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cuffs, shirts with open pockets, or any clothing
that can catch and hold molten metal or sparks.
3. [**/%47&$."83%2(**%&2%3(*,#*B%&"7B%
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Wear dry, insulating gloves and protective clothing.
4. P*,(%,8%,//(&Z*9%.*,9%4&Z*("83%$&%/(&$*4$%
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shoulder covers, and bibs designed and
approved for welding and cutting procedures.
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Wear dry, insulating gloves. Do not touch Electrode
Holder, Electrode, welding torch, or welding wire with
bare hand. Do not wear wet or damaged gloves.
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physician(s) before use. Electromagnetic fields
in close proximity to heart pacemaker could cause
pacemaker interference or pacemaker failure.
6. R&%8&$%*]/&#*%)*79*(#%$&%(,"8%&(%)*$%4&89"$"&8#1%%%
Water entering a welder will increase
the risk of electric shock.
7. R&%8&$%,+'#*%$.*%4&(91%%M*Z*(%'#*%$.*%4&(9%
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&(%5&Z"83%/,($#1%%Damaged or entangled
cords increase the risk of electric shock.
8. R&%8&$%'#*%&'$9&&(#1
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3(&'891%%Use nonflammable, dry insulating
material if possible, or use dry rubber mats,
dry wood or plywood, or other dry insulating
material large enough to cover your full
area of contact with the work or ground.
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Remove or make safe all combustible materials for a
radius of 35 feet (10 meters) around the work area.
Use a fire resistant material to cover
or block all open doorways, windows,
cracks, and other openings.
2. [**/%HOND$W/*%2"(*%*]$"83'"#.*(%8*,(%
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Keep the work area well lit.
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surrounding workspace. Keep the work area free
of obstructions, grease, oil, trash, and other debris.
4. R&%8&$%&/*(,$*%)*79*(#%"8%,$5&#/.*(*#%
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Provide adequate ventilation in work areas
to prevent accumulation of such substances.
Welders create sparks which may ignite flammable
substances or make reactive fumes toxic.
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#,2*%7&4,$"&81 If relocation of combustibles is
not possible, designate someone to serve as
a fire watch, equipped with a fire extinguisher,
during the cutting process and for at least one
half hour after the cutting is completed.
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8. H2$*(%)*79"83B%5,X*%,%$.&(&'3.%*],5"8,$"&8%
2&(%*Z"9*84*%&2%2"(*1%%Be aware that easily
visible smoke or flame may not be present
for some time after the fire has started.
9. R&%8&$%,//7W%.*,$%$&%,%4&8$,"8*(%$.,$%.,#%.*79%
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4,8%/(&9'4*%27,55,+7*%&(%*]/7&#"Z*%Z,/&(#1%%
Clean and purge containers before applying heat.
Vent closed containers, including castings,
before preheating, welding, or cutting.

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1. R&%8&$%'#*%$.*%)*79*(%"2%$.*%#)"$4.%9&*#%8&$%$'(8%
"$%&8%,89%&22. Any welder that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
2. R"#4&88*4$%$.*%/7'3%2(&5%$.*%/&)*(%
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Such preventive Safety measures reduce the
risk of starting the welder accidentally.
3. T(*Z*8$%'8"8$*8$"&8,7%#$,($"831%
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#&'(4*%&(%5&Z"83%$.*%)*79*(1 Carrying
or energizing welders that have the
switch on invites accidents.
4. G$&(*%"97*%)*79*(#%&'$%&2%$.*%(*,4.%&2%
4."79(*8%,89%9&%8&$%,77&)%/*(#&8#%'82,5"7",(%
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&/*(,$*%$.*%)*79*(1%%Welders are dangerous
in the hands of untrained users.
5. ^#*%$.*%)*79*(%,89%,44*##&("*#%"8%
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"8$&%,44&'8$%$.*%)&(X"83%4&89"$"&8#%,89%
$.*%)&(X%$&%+*%/*(2&(5*91 Use of the welder
for operations different from those intended
could result in a hazardous situation.
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are caused by poorly maintained welders.
2. _,Z*%W&'(%)*79*(%#*(Z"4*9%+W%,%A',7"2"*9%
(*/,"(%/*(#&8%'#"83%&87W%"9*8$"4,7%
(*/7,4*5*8$%/,($#1%%This will ensure that
the Safety of the welder is maintained.
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These carry important information.
If unreadable or missing, contact
Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement.
4. ^8/7'3%+*2&(*%5,"8$*8,84*1%Unplug the Welder
from its electrical outlet before any inspection,
maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
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1. The green wire inside the power cord is
connected to the grounding system in the
welder. The green wire in the power cord
must be the only wire connected to the
welder’s grounding system and must never
be attached to an electrically “live” terminal.
Never leave the grounding wire disconnected
or modify the Power Cord Plug in any way.
2. Do not use any adapters between the welder’s
power cord and the AC (power source) receptacle.
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1. Tools marked with “Grounding Required” have
a three wire cord and three prong grounding
plug. The plug must be connected to a properly
grounded outlet. If the tool should electrically
malfunction or break down, grounding provides
a low resistance path to carry electricity away
from the user, reducing the risk of electric
shock. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)
2. The grounding prong in the plug is connected
through the green wire inside the cord to the
grounding system in the tool. The green wire
in the cord must be the only wire connected
to the tool’s grounding system and must
never be attached to an electrically “live”
terminal. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)
3. The tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet,
properly installed and grounded in accordance
with all codes and ordinances. The plug and
outlet should look like those in the preceding
illustration. (See 3-Prong Plug and Outlet.)
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1. Use only the supplied power cord for this
welder or an identical replacement cord.
2. Do not install a thinner or longer cord on this welder.
3. Do not patch cords of any length together for this
item. Patches may allow moisture to penetrate
the insulation, resulting in electric shock.

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Wire Feed (Speed)
Workpiece Ground Cable
Overheat Shutdown Indicator
Cooling Fan
!HN Volts Alternating Current
HAmperes
VN! Open Circuit Voltage
[!HKilovolt Amperes
(Volts / 1000 * Amperes)
LTK Inches Per Minute
HPS American Wire Gauge
Electric Shock Hazard.
Do not touch energized parts.
Inhalation Hazard.
Keep head out of fumes
and use proper ventilation.
Read manual before
setup and/or use.
Fire Hazard.
Keep flammable materials
away during welding. Spatter
can cause accidental fires.
Arc Ray Hazard.
Wear welding helmet with
properly rated filter lens.
Pacemaker Hazard.
Welding processes may
interfere with pacemakers.
Consult doctor before use.
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Electrical Input Requirement Single phase 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz fused with
20A time delayed fuse or circuit breaker
Rated Output Current 75A
Weldable Materials Steel and Stainless Steel
Material Thickness 1/16″ maximum
Electrode Holder Capacity 1/16" – 3/32" (1.6 mm) – (2.5 mm)
Duty Cycle 40% @ 75 Amps
Electrode Holder Cable 5.5ft Long with Dual-Angle Electrode Holder
Ground Cable 5ft Long with Clamp

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5,8',7%"847'9"83%,77%$*]$%'89*(%#'+.*,9"83#%$.*(*"8%+*2&(*%#*$%'/%&(%'#*%&2%$."#%/(&9'4$1
IV%TU6!6MI%G6ULV^G%LMc^UJ%@UVK%HNNLR6MIHQ%VT6UHILVM-
I'(8%$.*%T&)*(%G)"$4.%&22%,89%'8/7'3%$.*%)*79*(%+*2&(*%#*$%'/1
Place the Welder on a level surface that can bear its weight near the work
area. Leave space around the Welder for proper air flow.
@'84$"&8#
V80V22%G)"$4.
(on back)
T&)*(%V8
Q"3.$
I.*(5,7%
VZ*(7&,9%
Q"3.$
T&)*(%N&(9
(on back)
N'((*8$%
H9Y'#$5*8$
67*4$(&9*%_&79*(%
,89%N,+7*
S(&'89%N7,5/%
,89%N,+7*
@,8
(on back)
T&)*(%V8%Q"3.$-
Lights when is the Welder is powered on.
I.*(5,7 VZ*(7&,9%Q"3.$-
Lights when the Welder’s internal temperature is
too high. Output to the Electrode Holder will turn off
automatically but the @,8 will still be operating. Keep
welder on to allow Fan to cool the Welder. When the
internal temperature decreases, the Thermal Overload
Light will turn off and the Welder will be ready to weld.
N'((*8$%H9Y'#$5*8$-
Adjusts the current output of the Welder.
67*4$(&9*%_&79*(%,89%N,+7*-
The cable connects to the Welder’s positive terminal
and the holder grasps the electrode welding rod.
S(&'89 N7,5/%,89%N,+7*-
The cable connect’s to the Welder’s negative
terminal and the clamp connects to the workpiece.
T&)*( Cord (on back):
Connects to 120VAC GFCI-protected outlet.
V80V22 Switch (on back):
Turns Welder power on or off.
@,8 (on back):
Cools Welder.

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%G*$$"83%'/%$.*%P&(X/"*4*
1. There are two basic )*79"83%/&#"$"&8#:
Flat and Horizontal. Flat welding is easier and
allows for better penetration. For best results
the workpiece should be positioned on a flat
surface so that the bead runs smoothly.
6],5/7*%&2%@7,$%P*79"83%T&#"$"&8-
N7&#*9%GA',(*%O'$$%c&"8$
6],5/7*%&2%_&("\&8$,7%P*79"83%T&#"$"&8-
@"77*$%P*79%c&"8$#
2. T(*/,(*%$.*%)*79"83%#'(2,4* by cleaning it
thoroughly with a wire brush or angle grinder.
There must be no rust, paint, oil, or other materials
on the weld surfaces, &87W%+,(*%5*$,7.
3. ^#*%47,5/# (not included) to hold the workpieces
in position so that you can concentrate on proper
welding technique. The distance (if any) between
the two workpieces must be controlled properly to
allow the weld to hold both sides securely while
allowing the weld to penetrate fully into the joint.
The edges of thicker workpieces may need to
be beveled to allow proper weld penetration.
• If necessary, +*Z*7%$.*%*93*#%$&%,(&'89%
;=%9*3(**# with a metal grinder.
47,5/#
)&(X/"*4*#
O*Z*7%$."4X%)&(X/"*4*#1
N7*,8%#'(2,4*#%
$&%+,(*%5*$,71
S(&'89%P&(X/"*4*
1. To ensure a good connection, clean any dirt,
rust, scale or paint from the Ground Clamp.
2. Attach Ground Clamp cable to the Welder’s
negative (-) socket.
Attach the Ground Clamp to +,(*%5*$,7 on the
workpiece, near the weld area or to a metal
welding table where the workpiece will be placed.
S(&'89%
N7,5/
P&(X/"*4*
%N7*,8%#'(2,4*%
$&%+,(*%5*$,7
Electrode (not included)
1. The welding electrode is a metal rod coated
with a layer of flux. When welding, electrical
current flows between the electrode (rod) and
the grounded metal workpiece creating intense
heat (arc) melting the fill metal and flux.
2. Connect the Electrode Holder cable to the
Welder’s positive (+) socket. Put an electrode
into the Electrode Holder by squeezing its
handle and placing the electrode in the holder.
3. The electrode and amount of heat used to weld
is determined by the thickness and type of
metal you’re working with and the position of the
workpiece. Heavier, thicker metals require more
amperage. See Table A for guidelines but its best
to practice your welds on scrap metal, matching
the type metal on your workpiece, to determine the
correct current (amp) setting and electrode choice.
I,+7*%H-%%67*4$(&9*%,89%H5/%N.,($
67*4$(&9*%IW/* 67*4$(&9*%
R",5*$*(
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6;=C=%RNd
E6011 AC / DC+
F0Fbe 40 –70
C0Ee 75 –130
E6013 DC+ / AC
C0C;e 25 – 40
F0Fbe 40 – 90
C0Ee 75 –125
E7014 DC+ / AC F0Fbe 75 –110
E7018 DC+ / AC F0Fbe 70 –110
4. The P*79"83%N'((*8$%H9Y'#$5*8$%[8&+
adjusts the current (amps) output of the Welder
to the Electrode Holder. Heat intensity will
increase as the Amps setting increases.

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%O,#"4%P*79"83
% U*,9%$.*%6MILU6 LKTVUIHMI%GH@6IJ%LM@VUKHILVM%#*4$"&8%,$%$.*%+*3"88"83%&2%$."#%
5,8',7%"847'9"83%,77%$*]$%'89*(%#'+.*,9"83#%$.*(*"8%+*2&(*%#*$%'/%&(%'#*%&2%$."#%/(&9'4$1
IV%TU6!6MI%G6ULV^G%LMc^UJ-
T(&$*4$"Z*%3*,(%5'#$%+*%)&(8%).*8%'#"83%$.*%P*79*(f%5"8"5'5%#.,9*%8'5+*(%C=%2'77%2,4*%#."*79%
(or welding mask), ear protection, welding gloves, sleeves and apron, and fire resistant work clothes
)"$.&'$%/&4X*$#%#.&'79%+*%)&(8%).*8%)*79"831%%
Q"3.$%2(&5%$.*%,(4%4,8%4,'#*%/*(5,8*8$%9,5,3*%$&%$.*%*W*#%,89%#X"81%
^#*%"8%,%)*77%Z*8$"7,$*9%,(*,1
R&%8&$%+(*,$.*%,(4%2'5*#1
• Stick (or Arc) Welding is used to weld
mild steel and stainless steel using a
Stick Electrode without shielding gas.
Good welding takes a degree of skill and experience.
Practice a few sample welds on scrap before
welding your first project. Additional practice
periods are recommended whenever you weld:
• a different thickness of material
• a different type of material
• a different type of connection
• using a different process
IW/*#%&2%H(4%P*79%O*,9#
1. The #$("83*(%+*,9 is formed by traveling
with the electrode in a straight line while
keeping it centered over the weld joint.
2. The )*,Z*%+*,9 is used to deposit metal over a
wider space than possible with a stringer bead. The
weave bead is made by moving the electrode side to
side hesitating monetarily, at the end of each weave
before traveling further, for good metal penetration.
G$"83*(%O*,9
%P*,Z*%O*,9
IV%TU6!6MI%G6ULV^G%LMc^UJB%
@LU6%HMR%O^UMG-
[**/%)*79"83%$"/%47*,(%&2%3(&'89*9%
&+Y*4$#%).*8*Z*(%'8"$%"#%/7'33*9%"8%
,89%$'(8*9%&81
K,X*%/(,4$"4*%)*79#%
&8%/"*4*#%&2%#4(,/%$&%
/(,4$"4*%$*4.8"A'*%
+*2&(*%)*79"83%
,8W$."83%&2%Z,7'*1

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V/*(,$"&8
After practice welding on scrap, stop, and
check your progress. Perform Strike Test, then
clean and compare your weld’s appearance
with the diagrams and descriptions in the
P*79"83%I"/# section starting on the next
page. After making any necessary adjustments,
continue to weld while carefully following the
DUTY CYCLE guidelines as explained below.
1. Make sure the Welder’s Power Switch is OFF before
plugging its Power Cord into the AC receptacle.
2. After the Power Cord is plugged in, the
Welder’s front panel Power On light should
be off. Keep Welder off until ready to use.
3. Plug Electrode Holder cable into Positive Socket.
Twist clockwise all the way to lock in place.
4. Plug Ground Clamp cable into Negative
Socket and twist all the way into place.
a. Connect Ground Clamp onto workpiece
(see S(&'89%P&(X/"*4*B page 9).
P,(8"83g O*2&(*%#$("X"83%,8%,(4B%/'$%&8%
/(&$*4$"Z*%3*,(%h#**%O,#"4%P*79"83%),(8"83).
5. Place the bare metal end of the rod, or
stick electrode (sold separately), inside
the jaws of the Electrode Holder.
6. Power on Welder. The Power
On light should brighten.
7. With gloved hand holding onto Electrode Holder
handle, stroke the workpiece lightly with the
electrode to ignite the arc.
Tips for igniting the arc:
a. Tap the surface with the Electrode.
b. Stroke the surface with the Electrode.
c. Strike the surface like a match with the Electrode.
8. After the arc ignites:
a. Lift the Electrode off workpiece the same distance
(gap) as the diameter of the bare metal end.
b. Tilt Electrode back 10 to 20 degrees.
c. Drag Electrode to the back end of the weld
bead puddle to deposit material as needed.
d. Tips for maintaining the arc:
• The gap between electrode and workpiece
must be maintained during welding. It
takes practice to maintain the gap. If too
wide the arc will extinguish. If too narrow
the rod will stick to the workpiece.
• If the rod sticks to the workpiece, gently rock
them back and forth to make them separate.
e. A good arc is accompanied by a crisp,
crackling sound, similar to frying eggs.
f. To lay a weld bead, only two movements
are needed: downward and in the
direction the weld is to be laid.
9. When finished welding; lift the Electrode from
the workpiece, then #*$%67*4$(&9*%_&79*(%
9&)8%&8%8&84&89'4$"Z*B%8&827,55,+7*%
#'(2,4*%,),W%2(&5%,8W%3(&'89*9%&+Y*4$#1
10. Allow internal fan to cool Welder. When
cool, turn Power Switch off.
11. To prevent accidents, ,2$*(%'#*:
• Allow Welder to cool down.
• Unplug Welder’s power cord from outlet.
• Disconnect electrode, Electrode
Holder and Ground Clamp Cables.
• Clean, then store Welder and its accessories
indoors out of children’s reach.
Duty Cycle (Duration of Use)
HZ&"9%9,5,3*%$&%$.*%P*79*(%+W%8&$%)*79"83%2&(%
5&(*%$.,8%$.*%/(*#4("+*9%9'$W%4W47*%$"5*1 The
Duty Cycle defines the number of minutes, within a 10
minute period, during which a given welding process can
produce a particular welding current without overheating.
For example, a 75 amp welder with a duty cycle of
40% must be allowed to “rest” for at least 6 minutes
after every 4 minutes of continuous welding.
Failure to carefully observe duty cycle limitations
can easily over-stress a welder’s power generation
system contributing to premature welder failure.
I."#%P*79*(%.,#%,8%"8$*(8,7%$.*(5,7%/(&$*4$"&8%
#W#$*5 to help prevent this sort of over-stress. When
the Welder overheats, it automatically shuts down
and the I.*(5,7%VZ*(7&,9%L89"4,$&( lights. The
welder automatically returns to service after cooling
down. When cooling, rest the Electrode Holder on an
electrically non-conductive, heat-proof surface, such
as a concrete slab, well clear of the ground clamp.
H77&)%$.*%P*79*(%$&%4&&7%)"$.%$.*%T&)*(%G)"$4.%&8B%
#&%$.,$%$.*%"8$*(8,7%@,8%)"77%.*7/%4&&7%$.*%P*79*(1
When the Overload Indicator is no longer lit and the
Welder can be used again, use shorter welding periods
and longer rest periods to prevent needless wear.

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P*79"83%I"/#
A good way to test welding technique is to examine a weld’s appearance after it has
cooled and the slag has been removed (for Stick welds). Then, better welding can be
learned by adjusting your weld technique to remedy any problems found.
H2$*(%/(,4$"4*%)*79"83%,%4&'/7*%
&2%)*79"83%+*,9#B%GIVT%,89%
*],5"8*%W&'(%)*79%'#"83%
$.*%2&77&)"83%3'"9*7"8*#1
G$("X*%I*#$
H%$*#$%)*79%&8%,%TL6N6%V@%GNUHT%4,8%+*%
$*#$*9%+W%'#"83%$.*%2&77&)"83%/(&4*9'(*1
P6HU%HMGLDHTTUV!6R%GH@6IJ%SVSSQ6G%
R^ULMS%I_LG%TUVN6R^U61
PHUMLMSg I."#%$*#$%PLQQ%9,5,3*%$.*%)*79%"$%"#%
/*(2&(5*9%&81%%I."#%$*#$%"#%VMQJ%,8%"89"4,$&(%&2%)*79%
$*4.8"A'*%,89%"#%8&$%"8$*89*9%$&%$*#$%)&(X"83%)*79#1
1. After two scraps have been welded together and the
weld has cooled, clamp one side in a sturdy vise.
2. Stay clear from underneath while you strike
the opposite side with a heavy hammer,
preferably a dead-blow hammer.
3. A SVVR%P6QR will deform but not break, as shown
on top.
A TVVU%P6QR will be brittle and snap
at the weld, as shown on bottom.
!"#*
GNUHT%
P&(X/"*4*
SVVR%P6QR%%
O*89#%,89%"#%M&$%O("$$7*
R*,9DO7&)%_,55*(
!"#*
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R*,9DO7&)%_,55*(
N7*,8"83%G$"4X%P*79
IV%TU6!6MI%G6ULV^G%LMc^UJ-%
P*,(%HMGLD,//(&Z*9%#,2*$W%3&337*#%
,89%/(&$*4$"Z*%)*,(%).*8%47*,8"83%,%
)*791%%
G/,(X#%&(%4."/#%5,W%27W%).*8%47*,8"831
1. A weld from Stick welding will be covered
by slag. Use a chipping hammer (not
proided) to knock this off. O*%4,(*2'7%8&$%
$&%9,5,3*%$.*%)*79%&(%+,#*%5,$*(",71
2. Use a wire brush (not provided) to further
clean the weld or use an angle grinder
(sold separately) to shape the weld.
N."//"83%
_,55*(
P"(*%O('#.

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G$"4X%P*79%R",38&#"#%D%P&(X/"*4*%_*,$%N&8$(&7%0%P*79%T*8*$(,$"&8
6iN6GG%T6M6IUHILVM%VU%
O^UMDI_UV^S_
TUVT6U%T6M6IUHILVMLMHR6j^HI6%T6M6IUHILVM
M&$%.&$%*8&'3. I&&%.&$L9*,7%.*,$
_&)%$&%"84(*,#*%)&(X/"*4*%.*,$%%
,89%"84(*,#*%/*8*$(,$"&8-%%
h$&%)*79%I_LN[6U workpieces properly)
a. Increase current. b. Weld more slowly.
_&)%$&%(*9'4*%)&(X/"*4*%.*,$%%
,89%7"5"$%/*8*$(,$"&8-%%
h$&%)*79%I_LMM6U workpieces properly)
a. Decrease current. b. Weld more quickly.
G$"4X%P*79%6],5/7*%R",3(,5#
NQ6HM%P6QRG%@LUGIg
G$"4X%)*79#%)"77%.,Z*%,%4&,$%&2%#7,3%&Z*(%$.*5%'8$"7%47*,8*91
S&&9%
P*79
N'((*8$%%
I&&%Q&)%
IV%NVUU6NI-%
Increase the
current
IV%NVUU6NI-%
Decrease
the current
N'((*8$%%
I&&%_"3.
IV%NVUU6NI-
Weld slower
P*79%G/**9%
I&&%@,#$
IV%NVUU6NI-
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P*79%G/**9%
I&&%G7&)
H(4%Q*83$.%%
I&&%G.&($%
IV%NVUU6NI-
Increase
distance
H(4%Q*83$.%%
I&&%Q&83%
IV%NVUU6NI-
Decrease
distance

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Stick Weld Penetration (Workpiece Heat Control)
6iN6GG%T6M6IUHILVM%VU%
O^UMDI_UV^S_
P*79%9(&&/#%&8%$&/%,89%
'89*(8*,$.%&(%2,77#%$.(&'3.%
*8$"(*7WB%5,X"83%,%.&7*1
TUVT6U%T6M6IUHILVM
P*79%"#%Z"#"+7*%'89*(8*,$.%,89%
+'73*#%#7"3.$7W%&8%$&/1
LMHR6j^HI6%T6M6IUHILVM
P*79%9&*#%8&$%4&8$,4$%$.*%Y&"8$%
2'77WB%Y'#$%&8%$.*%#'(2,4*1
PROFILE VIEWS
TVGGLOQ6%NH^G6G%HMR%GVQ^ILVMG%@VU%
6iN6GG%T6M6IUHILVM%VU%O^UMDI_UV^S_
1. P&(X/"*4*%&Z*(.*,$"83-%
Reduce current.
2. P*79"83%#/**9%$&&%#7&)-
Increase welding speed and ensure
that welding speed is kept steady.
TVGGLOQ6%NH^G6G%HMR%GVQ^ILVMG%@VU
LMHR6j^HI6%T6M6IUHILVM
1. L84&((*4$%)*79"83%$*4.8"A'*-
Keep arc on leading edge of weld bead puddle.
Hold torch at proper angles.
2. L8#'22"4"*8$%)*79%.*,$-%
Slow down so fill material has time to melt
into the weld location. Increase current.
3. P&(X/"*4*#%$&&%$."4X047&#*-
Bevel thick workpieces, allow slight
gap, and weld in several passes.
4. L8#'22"4"*8$%)*79%5,$*(",7-%
Increase amount of fill material.
G$"4X%P*79%D%P*79%M&$%H9.*("83%T(&/*(7W%
S,/#%/(*#*8$%+*$)**8%)*79%,89%/(*Z"&'#%+*,9%&(%+*$)**8%)*79%,89%)&(X/"*4*1%%G**%,(*,#%+*7&)1
TVGGLOQ6%NH^G6G%HMR%GVQ^ILVMG
PROFILE
VIEW
1. L84&((*4$%)*79"83%$*4.8"A'*-
Place stringer bead at correct place in joint.
Adjust workpiece position or weld angle to permit
proper welding to bottom of piece.
Keep arc on leading edge of weld puddle.
Hold Electrode and fill material at proper angles.
2. L8#'22"4"*8$%)*79%.*,$-%
Increase current.
3. R"($W%)&(X/"*4*-
Clean workpiece down to bare metal.
4. L8#'22"4"*8$%)*79%5,$*(",7-%
Increase amount of fill material.
5. R"#$,84*%+*$)**8%)&(X/"*4*#%$&%7,(3*-%
Decrease distance and increase bevel.
G$"4X%P*79%D%O*89%,$%c&"8$%
TVGGLOQ6%NH^G6G%HMR%GVQ^ILVMG
PROFILE
VIEW
1. L5/(&/*(%47,5/"83-
Clamp workpieces securely.
Make tack welds to hold workpieces.
2. 6]4*##"Z*%.*,$-
Weld a small portion and allow to cool before
proceeding.
Increase weld speed.

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G$"4X%P*79%D%N&,$%&2%G7,3%VZ*(%P*79%
TOP
VIEW
PARTIALLY CHIPPED AWAY TO SHOW WELD
G7,3%"#%,%8*4*##,(W%/,($%&2%,%#$"4X%)*791%%L$%#."*79#%
$.*%)*79%2(&5%"5/'("$"*#1%%N7*,8%&22%$.*%#7,3%)"$.%$.*%
N."//"83%_,55*(%,89%P"(*%O('#.%,2$*(%)*79"831
G$"4X%P*79%D%T&(&#"$W%D%G5,77%4,Z"$"*#%&(%.&7*#%"8%$.*%+*,91
TVGGLOQ6%NH^G6G%HMR%GVQ^ILVMG
TOP
VIEW
1. R"($W%)&(X/"*4*%&(%2"77%5,$*(",7-
Clean workpiece down to bare metal.
Make certain that fill material and Electrode are
clean and free from oil, coatings, and other residues.
2. L84&8#"#$*8$%)*79"83%#/**9-%
Maintain steady weld speed.
G$"4X%P*79%D%N(&&X*90P,ZW%O*,9%
TVGGLOQ6%NH^G6G%HMR%GVQ^ILVMG
TOP
VIEW
1. L8,44'(,$*%)*79"83-
Use two hands or rest hand on steady surface.
2. L84&8#"#$*8$%)*79"83%#/**9-%
Maintain steady weld speed.
G$"4X%P*79%D%6]4*##"Z*%G/,$$*(%
TVGGLOQ6%NH^G6G%HMR%GVQ^ILVMG
TOP
VIEW
@"8*%#/,$$*(%"#%8&(5,71%G/,$$*(%$.,$%"#%
3(,"8W%,89%7,(3*%"#%,%/(&+7*51%
R"($W%)&(X/"*4*%&(%2"77%5,$*(",7-
Clean workpiece down to bare metal.
Make certain that fill material and Electrode are
clean and free from oil, coatings, and other residues.
G$"4X%P*79%D%O'(8DI.(&'3.%D%%O,#*%5,$*(",7%5*7$#%,),WB%7*,Z"83%,%.&7*%"8%$.*%)*791
TVGGLOQ6%NH^G6G%HMR%GVQ^ILVMG
TOP
VIEW
1. P&(X/"*4*%&Z*(.*,$"83-%
Reduce current.
2. P*79"83%#/**9%$&&%#7&)-
Increase welding speed and ensure
that welding speed is kept steady.
3. 6]4*##"Z*%5,$*(",7%,$%)*79-%
Reduce amount of fill material.

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1. O6@VU6%6HN_%^G6B inspect the general
condition of the welder. Check for:
• loose hardware,
• misalignment or binding of moving parts,
• damaged cord/electrical wiring,
• frayed or damaged cables,
• cracked or broken parts, and
• any other condition that may
affect its safe operation.
2. T6ULVRLNHQQJB clean dust, dirt,
grease, etc. from your welder.
3. 6!6UJ%GLi%KVMI_G, have a qualified
technician unplug the Welder, remove the
Back Housing, and using compressed air,
blow out all dust from the interior.
4. Replace power cord, ground cable, ground clamp, or
Electrode Holder assembly when damaged or worn.
5. H@I6U%6!6UJ%^G6B Store in a clean and
dry location. The welder should be cleaned
before storage and sealed in a plastic bag.

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When Switched On
Power Indicator
Lights, But Welder
Does Not Function
1. Tripped thermal protection device.
2. Ground Clamp not attached
to workpiece.
1. If Thermal Overload Indicator is illuminated, keep power on
and allow internal fan to cool the welder. When light goes
out, you may continue to weld.
Reduce duration or frequency of welding periods
to help reduce wear on the welder. Refer to
Duty Cycle (Duration of Use) on page 11.
2. Attach Ground Clamp to workpiece.
When Switched On
Power Indicator
Does Not Light
1. Unit is not connected to outlet properly.
2. Outlet is unpowered.
3. Circuit supplies insufficient
input voltage or amperage.
4. Circuit breaker has tripped due
to high input amperage.
1. Verify the voltage at the outlet and
the connection to the outlet.
2. Check circuit breaker/GFCI devices. If any are tripped,
determine and remedy cause before resetting.
3. Verify that the circuit is designed to supply the required input
amperage as detailed in Specifications on page 7.
4. Press Reset Button to reset circuit breaker.
Weak Arc Strength 1. Incorrect line voltage.
2. Improper gauge or length of cord.
1. Check the line voltage and, if insufficient, have
a licensed electrician remedy the situation.
2. Do not use an extension cord on this Welder. Use
only one of the supplied power cords for this
Welder or an identical replacement cord.
Welding Arc Not Stable. 1. Loose Electrode Holder
cable or ground cable.
2. Damaged Electrode Holder or loose
connection within Electrode Holder.
3. Adjust current setting.
1. Check to ensure that all connections are tight.
2. Have a qualified technician inspect and
repair/replace as necessary.
3. Make sure setting matches recommended setting on chart.
Thermal Overload
Light it on.
1. Internal Fan not working.
2. Bad Ventilation.
3. Not observing Duty Cycle.
1. Have a qualified technician inspect and
repair/replace as necessary.
2. Improve ventilation in welding area.
3. Welder will automatically shut down if it over-heats.
Allow internal fan to cool Welder and when Thermal
overload light extinguishes, you may continue welding.
Internal Fan not working. Fan broken. Have a qualified technician inspect and
repair/replace as necessary.
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1 Belt 1
2 Case 1
3 Rectifier 1
4 NTC Resistance 1
5 Main Control Board 1
6 Power Transformer 1
7 Main Transformer 1
8 Front & Back Panel 1
9 Potentiometer 1
10 Knob 1
11 Connector 2
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12 Light 2
13 Bar 1
14 Fan 1
15 Power Cable Holder 1
16 Switch 1
17 Fan Cover 1
18 Power Cable 1
19 Capacitor 4
20 Electrode Holder 1
21 Ground Clamp 1

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THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM
IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY. NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR
MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS
QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT, OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE
ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT. IN FACT, THE MANUFACTURER AND/OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY
STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND
LICENSED TECHNICIANS, AND NOT BY THE BUYER. THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY
ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS
THERETO, OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO.
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M&$*- If product has no serial number, record month and year of purchase instead.
M&$*- Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only,
and are not available individually as replacement parts.

Limited 90 Day Warranty
Harbor Freight Tools Co. makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards,
and warrants to the original purchaser that this product is free from defects in materials and workmanship for the
period of 90 days from the date of purchase. This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly,
to misuse, abuse, negligence or accidents, repairs or alterations outside our facilities, criminal activity, improper
installation, normal wear and tear, or to lack of maintenance. We shall in no event be liable for death, injuries
to persons or property, or for incidental, contingent, special or consequential damages arising from the use of
our product. Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages, so the
above limitation of exclusion may not apply to you. THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER
WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS.
To take advantage of this warranty, the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges
prepaid. Proof of purchase date and an explanation of the complaint must accompany the merchandise.
If our inspection verifies the defect, we will either repair or replace the product at our election or we may
elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement. We will
return repaired products at our expense, but if we determine there is no defect, or that the defect resulted
from causes not within the scope of our warranty, then you must bear the cost of returning the product.
This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state.
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