04-07-2012, 10:20 AM
(04-07-2012, 06:26 AM)Mayhem Wrote: Adjust the wire feed whilst welding. Don't start, stop, adjust, start etc.
The wire feed will affect the penetration of the weld, not just the voltage. Keep the wire stick out short and run the wire at the front of the puddle. Practise, practise, practise!
Mayhem,
That is all good advice.
But just so we don't confuse Ed at this point, and FYI:
When Ed's machine is in the auto-set "mode" the wire feed is tied electronically to the voltage setting. If you raise the voltage knob, the welder automatically increases the wire feed along with it to match the voltage setting. Miller designed these machines to make it easier for NEW welders to get up and running, by allowing them to only have to adjust one knob instead of two.
If the wire feed knob is not in one of the auto-set positions, then the machine is in the normal mode when you have to set the voltage and amperage individually like any other mig machine.
But for now, it might be best if Ed uses the "one dial" method until he gets the hang of finding the sweet spot.
JMHO. :shy:
Willie