Clarke 250TE Specifications Page 1

OPERATING & MAINTENANCEINSTRUCTIONS0803MIG 220TE • MIG255TE • MIG 270TEMIG 220TE • MIG255TE • MIG 270TE

102) TorchFully insulated torch should be used. Do NOT use a torch with protrudingscrews or with any form of damage.3) ConnectorsFully insulated lock-

ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS for MIG WELDINGALWAYS ensure that there is full free air circulating around the outer casing ofthe machine, and that the

SAFETY EQUIPMENTA comprehensive range of CLARKE safety equipment for use whenwelding is available from your local dealer.MIG WELDING - PRINCIPLES OF O

MIG 220TE & 255TEELECTRICAL CONNECTIONSWARNING! THIS APPLIANCE MUST BE EARTHED.13Connect the mains lead, through a suitably fused isolator switch

UNPACKING & PARTS IDENTIFICATIONUnpack and lay out the components, checking against the following list. Anydamage or deficiency should be reported

GENERAL LAYOUT15Fig.226SPECIFICATIONSPlease note that the details and specifications contained herein, are correct at the time ofgoing to print. Howev

A. Wheels & CastersRaise the machine, thread the axle into its housing and attach the wheels, securingwith the circlips provided.Thread the caste

All components are now correctly assembled, and the weldermay now be prepared for use as follows:E. The Welding Shield1. Remove the shield, handle an

18A. Installing the Welding WireNOTE: These machines are designed to accept either the Clarke 5kg or 15kg wirespools of mild steel, stainless steel

5. Unscrew the pressure rollerbracket securing knob (A, Fig7), whilst holding down thepressure roller bracket (B),against spring pressure, so thatthe

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209. Close the side panel of the machine, and switch on at the mains or isolator.10. Set the Wire Feed rotary switch, on the front panel, to position

Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE MIG Welder.Before attempting to operate the machine, it is essential that you read this manualthoroughly and care

ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE (EMC)Whilst this unit complies with EMC regulations, the user is responsible for installingand using the welding equipmen

5take additional precautions such as filtering of the mains supply. Considerationshould be given to shielding the supply cable of permanently install

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR ALL TYPES OF WELDING1. WARNING: As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with their operationand use. Exercisi

7C) Fire and explosion preventionCauses of fire and explosion are:1) combustibles reached by the arc, flame, flying sparks, hot slag or heatedmateria

83. ELECTRIC ARC (MIG, TIG) WELDINGComply with precautions in 1. above, and this section. Arc welding, properly done,is a safe process, but a careless

93B) TOXIC FUME PREVENTIONComply with precautions in 2B.3C) FIRE AND EXPLOSION PREVENTIONComply with precautions in 2C. Equipment’s rated capacity.