Full Product Manual
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Section 1 Introduction and Specifications
Discussion of Welder Features and Operation
SUMMARY OF FEATURES
GMAW Process (MIG) and F-CAW (Flux-Cored)
The digitally controlled components of this welder precisely control wire feeding and arc quality. It also gives real-time feed back
about the welding output parameters. The welder is also spool gun (gun optional) ready for economical welding of Stainless and
Aluminum wires if needed. It can also be used to weld with Flux Cored and Dual Shield wire (when equipped with optional flux
core drive wheels). However, since there is no Dual Shield Power-Set feature, Dual-Shield can only be done in standard MIG
mode. The unit is equipped with a heavy duty 36 series MIG gun. NOTICE: This unit does not support a Push-Pull gun. It does
not have a Pulse-MIG mode.
GTAW (TIG) Process
The TIG mode of the welder features both AC and DC output which is suitable for welding all metals when required. It includes a
high frequency start and a lift start function to give the operator maximum flexibility welding in areas that restrict HF use. A fully
adjustable AC mode with AC wave form selection feature allows the user to weld Aluminum and Magnesium. A fully adjustable
pulse feature is also included to help control heat and distortion. It can also be used to improve bead appearance. A key feature
of this welder’s design places all connections on the front of the panel instead of under the spool cover. No install kits are neces-
sary to make the unit TIG ready. A separate gas solenoid is used to automatically control gas flow when the arc is started and
stopped according to the time set on the panel. A foot pedal or torch switch is used to control the TIG function. The pedal con-
trols the Amps when plugged in. Similarly, the torch switch provided with the TIG torch can be used to control the functions listed
on the display. The sequencer can be used to preset Start/End Amp and Up/Down-Slope parameters to work in conjunction with
the torch switch. It is also used to control other aspects of the weld parameters that may be related to 2T/4T torch switch, nger
amptrol, or foot pedal operation. The unit is ready to TIG weld (with the exception of Tungsten and shielding gas) when it arrives.
Additional TIG consumable kits can be purchased from Everlast or from local sources. The torch is a standard series torch and
readily interchanges parts with torches from other brands of the same series. (See torch neck for series number.)
SMAW (Stick) Process
In stick mode the welder delivers a smooth DC low spatter arc. Professional, high-quality welds are obtainable with E7018, 7014,
309L, 316L, 6011 and many other similar rods that are designed for use with any DC stick welder. This unit is optimized for weld-
ing E6010. This setting also works well with the easier-welding E6011. The Stick mode also features adjustable hot start time and
hot start intensity controls which are designed to help reduce sticking during arc starts while simultaneously reducing porosity or
inclusions during arc initiation. NOTICE: This unit does not provide AC operation in stick mode.
Burn Back Control (MIG/Flux-Cored)
Burn back control is used to control the length of the wire stick-out after the trigger is released. It helps to prevent the welding
wire from sticking in the coalescing weld puddle after the arc is terminated and saves the user from having to trim the wire before
restarting the arc. The burn back keeps the arc energized for the time specied by the user after the wire feeder stops feeding. This
allows the wire to be trimmed back. For most welding applications, this should be kept between .1 and .5 seconds. To achieve
maximum effect, keep the gun held over the weld for a second after welding has stopped.
Spot and Stitch Timer
The spot timer function is frequently used in fabrication applications where consistent tack welds are required. This creates a
timed arc pulse when the MIG gun trigger is activated. The Stitch timer is used in conjunction with the spot timer to create a regu-
lar on/off cycle of the arc while the gun trigger is held to control heat input and to make consistent seam weld during production.
Wave Form Control (AC TIG Mode Only)
Wave form simply refers to the shape of the AC wave created as the AC cycles between positive and negative polarity creating
“peaks and valleys”. The shape of the wave form can be varied from a pure sine wave to a rigid shouldered square wave. In prac-
tical terms, the wave form selection allows the user to tailor the arc to the look and feel that is desired. Each wave form has dis-
tinct patterns which distinguish them from one another. This unit has four distinct wave forms.
• Advance Square Wave. The wave form produces a strong, fast wetting arc and puddle. Along with a very stable arc, It pro-
vides rapid welding speeds and provides the most “heat” in a weld. This is the default wave form.
• Soft Square Wave. This is similar to the advanced square wave but has a softer, less aggressive feel. It still offers advantage
of a good wet in and stable arc but offers a buttery, smooth feel. Similar to a square-wave transformer wave form.
• Triangular Wave. Good for light gauge metals, it offers great control and good bead prole on thin gauge metals. The way the
wave form is shaped, it spends the least amount of time fully “on” at the peaks, so output will seem reduced and even the
meter may show a lower top end output. However, due to the way the wave form is shaped, the meter reads a lower output
than actual computed output because of the lower average amperage, but the unit still reaches the maximum peaks/valleys.
• Sine Wave. Sine wave is the original AC TIG wave form. It is softer than the others. It is slower to wet in and has a wider arc.