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Frequently tripping circuit breaker or exceeding
duty-cycle
Use 5/32” diameter electrodes or smaller. Some 5/32” will draw too much
amperage (stick).
Trying to weld single pass on material larger than 3/8” thick is not possible
with this machine. Multi-pass recommended for thicker materials.
Welding machine should be the only thing plugged into the circuit.
QUICK START GUIDE
FLEX™ 30 PLASMA ST
(NOT RECOMMENDED FOR ALUMINUM)
ITEM# 320
Read user manual
Select STICK process
2.
1. Ground
Clamp
STICK
DC TIG
ITEM# 321
PULSE (Hz)
PULSE (% On)
Electrode Holder
4. 6.
Adjust amperage per
settings chart on the
welder
5.
Connect electrode
holder and ground
clamp according to
desired polarity
3.
Usually
DCEP -
Electrode
Positive
• Generator OK with continuous output
> 4,000 W (120V) or 10,000 W
(240V)
• Extension cord: #12 AWG (120V) or
#10 AWG (240V) or larger. 25’ (8m)
or shorter recommended
• Always follow local electrical codes
Dedicated Circuit
240VAC - 50A
breaker recommended
or 120VAC - 20A
outlet, 30A breaker
Connect to input power
*Performance may vary by brand
Recommended electrodes
Electrode Diameter
Inches MM AMPS
E6010
&
E6011
E6013
E7014
E7018
Amperage
3/32
1/8
5/32
1/16
3/32
1/8
5/32
3/32
1/8
5/32
3/32
1/8
5/32
2,4
3,2
4,0
1,6
2,4
3,2
4,0
2,4
3,2
4,0
2,4
3,2
4,0
30-75
35-125
80-160
10-50
40-90
50-130
90-160
40-90
60-130
90-160
50-80
80-160
90-160
STICK TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
FIND STICK WELDING TIPS AT WWW.ASKFORNEY.COM
Fault codes
Duty-cycle exceeded or
insufficient air flow. Allow
machine to cool. Ensure vents
are clear of obstacles. See
manual.
Incorrect input power. Verify
machine is plugged into an
appropriate power source. Use
proper extension cords. See
manual.
Electrode is shorted or stuck to
workpiece. Separate the
electrode or tungsten from the
workpiece and fault will clear.
See manual.
• Usually due to low input power.
• Welder should be only thing plugged into circuit.
• Avoid using extension cords. If one must be used, it must be #12 AWG (120V) or
#10 AWG (240V) or larger; 25’ (8m) or shorter.
• Generators must be 10,000 W (240 V) or 4,000 W (120 V) continuous output and
not have a low-idle function (or have it disabled).
Low weld output or poor fusion
Connect ground clamp to clean, bare metal. No
rust, paint or other coatings. Attach the ground
clamp directly to the workpiece if you are
experiencing issues.
Workpiece grounding
• Not recommended for this machine.
• Output is DC only which is not recommended for TIG
welding aluminum.
Aluminum welding
DC
ONLY
