MasterCraft 058-8195-2, FLUX-CORE Instruction Manual

INSTRUCTION MANUAL

MIG/FLUX-CORE WIRE FEED
WELDER KIT

058-8195-2

Quick Start Guide

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MIG/FLUX-CORE WIRE FEED WELDER KIT 058-8195-2

QUICK START GUIDE

MIG/FLUX-CORE WIRE FEED WELDER KIT 058-8195-2

STEP 1

Installing the wire

Remove the nozzle (1) and contact tip (2) from
the end of the torch assembly. Identify the
leading end of the wire secured on the edge of
the wire spool. Place the spool on the hub with
the wire passing from the bottom of spool into
the drive mechanism.
pages 16-17, steps 1-4

STEP 2

Setting the wire tension

Press the trigger on the gun. Turn the drive
tension adjustment knob (1) clockwise, and
increase the drive tension until the wire seems
to feed smoothly without slipping.

page 18, steps 1-2

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STEP 3

Operation

Hold the torch in one hand and turn the wire
speed dial with the other hand to its maximum
position. Pull the trigger (1) on the torch to
start an arc. Drag the torch toward the user
while simultaneously turning the wire speed
dial counterclockwise. page 20,
steps 4-5

(Please see page 21 for welding techniques if
needed.)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS

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QUICK START GUIDE

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS 3

SAFETY GUIDELINES 4–8

KEY PARTS DIAGRAM 9

IMPORTANT INFORMATION 10–13

ASSEMBLY INSTRUCTIONS 14–18

OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 19–27

MAINTENANCE 28

TROUBLESHOOTING 29–30

MAIN CIRCUIT CHART 31

EXPLODED VIEW 32

PARTS LIST 33

WARRANTY 34–35

TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS

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POWER SUPPLY single-phase, 120 V, 60 Hz

NO-LOAD VOLTAGE 30V

OUTPUT CURRENT 35-80 A (Peak 130 A)

DUTY CYCLE 20% @ 80 A

WIRE USED MIG and flux-core wire

WIRE DIAMETER 0.023", 0.030", 0.035"

DIMENSIONS (L x W x H) 17.6" x 9.4" x 14.5"

WEIGHT 62 lb 10 oz

(28.42 kg)

Welding mode Materials For metal thickness Use wire size

Flux core Steel

20-gauge-5/32"

0.03" (1/32") 0.8 mm

0.035" (5/128") 0.9 mm

5/128-5/32"

1.0-4.0 mm

MIG Steel, Stainless steel

20-gauge-1/8"

0.03" (1/32") 0.8 mm

0.023" (3/128") 0.6 mm

5/128-1/8"

1.0-3.0 mm

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This manual contains information that relates to PROTECTING PERSONAL SAFETY and PREVENTING
EQUIPMENT PROBLEMS. It is very important to read this manual carefully and understand it
thoroughly before using the product. The symbols listed below are used to indicate this information.

Note- The word “Note” is used to inform the
reader of something he/she needs to know about
the tool.

PERSONAL SAFETY

These precautions are intended for the personal safety of the user and others working with the user.
Please take time to read and understand them.

DANGER!

Potential hazard that will result in serious
injury or loss of life.

WARNING!

Potential hazard that could result in
serious injury or loss of life.

CAUTION!

Potential hazard that may result in
moderate injury or damage to equipment.

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DANGER!

Potential hazard that will result in serious injury or loss of life.

• Keep children or other personnel away from the work area while welding. Do
not allow children to handle the welder.

• Do not use the welder in the presence of flammable liquids or gases. Sparks
that are created during use may ignite gases.

• Do not operate the welder in humid, wet, or poorly ventilated areas.

• Use appropriate shield to prevent other personnel from being affected by
harmful rays.

• Always ensure that a fire extinguisher is available in adequate distance
within the welding environment.

• Do not repair or maintain the welder while the power is on.

• Risk of electric shock: Do not touch electrical live parts or metal
components connected to the welding wire, as doing so may cause fatal
shock and severe burns. Secure the ground lead before welding. Wear dry
protective apparel like coat, shirt, gloves, and insulated footwear.

• Risk for breathing: Never directly inhale the emission of harmful fumes when
welding on coated materials like galvanized, cadmium plated or contacting
zinc, mercury, or barium.

• Risk of fire: Do not weld on containers or pipes that contain flammable,
gaseous, or liquid combustibles. Remove all flammable materials within 35

feet of the welding arc or tightly cover the flammabe materials with fireproof
covers. To prevent any unintended arcs after welding, cut off the excess wire
that extends past the end of the nozzle more than ¼".

• Risk of burns: Do not touch the welded materials with bare hands, as the

welded materials are hot and can cause severe burns

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• Risk of explosion: Keep high pressure shielding gas cylinder away from

welding or electrical circuits. Do not touch the cylinder with MIG gun and do
not weld on the cylinder. Use proper regulators, gas hoses, and fittings for
the specific application.

• Do not expose the welder to rain.

• Risk of UV and IR arc rays: Do not look at the welding arc without proper eye

protection, as the welding arc produces ultraviolet (UV) and infrared (IR) rays.
Use screens or other barriers to protect other personnel from the rays.

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WARNING!

Potential hazard that could result in serious injury or loss of life.

•

Do not allow unskilled or untrained individuals to install and operate this
welder.

• Before operating the welder, check the insulation of the ground cable, power
cord, and welding cable for damage. Replace or repair the damaged
components before using the welder.

• Keep hands and fingers away from moving parts and stay away from the
drive rolls while the welder is in use.

• Do not allow any body part of the user to come in contact with the welding
wire while holding the welding gun.

• Do not allow the user to drape cables over or around the body.

• Do not point MIG gun toward the user or other personnel.

• Do not allow a person to use electronic devices such as pacemakers in the
welding area.

• Consult a doctor before using any electric arc welder or cutting device.

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Note: Recycle the unwanted materials rather than disposing of it as waste. Sort the tools, hoses, and
packaging in specific categories and take to the local recycling center or dispose of it in an
environmentally safe way.

CAUTION!

Potential hazard that may result in moderate injury or damage to
equipment.

• Do not operate the welder if the output cable electrode, MIG gun, wire or
wire feed system is wet. All the components and the welder must be
completely dry before attempting to use the welder.

• Keep the welder in the OFF position when it is not in use.

• Do not wear watches, rings, bracelets, or loose clothing when using the
welder.

• Maintain a correct position while using the welder. Mount the welder on a
secure bench or cart to prevent if from tipping over or falling.

• Connect the ground lead as close to the area being welded to ensure proper
ground connection.

• Wear a full covered helmet, proper gloves, and protective clothing such as
leather shirt, coat, pant, and insulated footwear to prevent the skin from
being exposed to hot metals while welding.

• Do not overload the welder to prevent it from being heated. Allow proper
cooling time between duty cycles.

• Use safety goggles and ear protection:
Wear safety glasses with side shields when operating the
tool and verify that others in the work area are also wearing
safety glasses. Safety glasses must conform to American
National Standards Institute (ANSI Z87.1) requirements and
must provide protection from flying particles from the front
and the sides.

Always wear ear protection to help prevent hearing damage
and loss. Failure to comply may result in moderate injury.

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KEY PARTS DIAGRAM

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No. Description No. Description

1 MIN/MAX voltage setting 5 MIG torch

2 1/2 voltage setting 6 Thermal overload indicator

3 Wire feed setting 7 ON/OFF switch

4 Ground cable and clamp

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6

7

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3

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