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→MIG Welder induction - Level 1: Some notes from Paul's comments
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* Fire hazard
** Metal sparks and radiant heat/light
** Clear area of flammable materials, be aware of solvents and
** Having fire extinguishers handy and what types are suitable
* Arc-eye hazard to you and people around you
** Using an auto-darkening welding mask
** Suitable settings on mask (9-11, 12 maybe - start at 10 and adjust)
** Shouting "Eyes" if there are other people around
* PPE - Overalls, stout shoes, thick leather gloves, mask, dust protection when needed, Cover all exposed skin or you'll regret it!
* Care with
*Gas safety
** Enclosed spaces
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** Vertical and overhead welds
* Correct distance
* Trimming the exposed wire to a suitable length if it's over-long or balled up
* Proper posture for welding
** Getting comfortable
** Supporting the cable if needed
** Chairs if they help
** Being comfortable and able to move without stretching is critical for good welds
* How the pool forms
* Dip transfer, globular transfer, spray transfer
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* Moving patterns, circles, arc, steady
* Proper sound "Frying Bacon"
* You may need to adjust the shade of your mask to get a clear view
** Each shade number upwards cuts the light you see in half
[Demonstrate a good simple weld bead]
|| Cover the basic technique of establishing and moving a weld bead
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