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INVERTER FLUX CORED WIRE WELDER PIFDS 120 B2 INVERTER-FÜLLDRAHT-SCHWEISSGERÄT PIFDS 120 B2

GB IENICYMT

INVERTER FLUX CORED WIRE WELDER

Operation and Safety Notes

Translation of the original instructions

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Before reading, unfold the page containing the illustrations and familiarise yourself with all functions of the device.

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GB/IE/NI/CY/MT Operation and Safety Notes Page 5

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Table of pictograms used ...... Page 6

Introduction......Page 7

Intended use.... Page 7

Package contents...... Page 7

Parts description ...... Page 8

Technical specifications.... Page 9

Safety instructions ...... Page 9

Potential hazards during arc welding....Page 11

Welding mask-specific safety instructions.... Page 13

Environment with increased electrical hazard....Page 14

Welding in tight spaces ...... Page 15

Total of no-load voltages.... Page 15

Using shoulder straps.... Page 15

Protective clothing.... Page 16

Protection against rays and burns.... Page 16

EMC Device Classification ...... Page 17

Before commissioning....Page 18

Assembly......Page 18

Assembling the welding protection shield.... Page 18

Inserting the flux cored wire....Page 18

Commissioning......Page 19

Switching the device on and off....Page 19

Setting the welding current and wire feed....Page 19

Welding....Page 20

Creating a weld seam.... Page 21

Maintenance Page 23

Information about recycling and disposal ...... Page 23

EC Declaration of Conformity Page 24

Warranty and service information......Page 25

Warranty conditions...... Page 25

Warranty period and statutory claims for defects....Page 25

Extent of warranty....Page 26

Processing of warranty claims.... Page 26

Service...... Page 27

● Table of pictograms used
	Caution! Read the operating instructions!		Serious to fatal injuries possible!
1 ~ 50 Hz	Mains input; number of phases and alternating current symbol and rated value of the frequency.		Caution! Danger of electric shock!
			Important note!
	The adjacent symbol of a crossed-out dustbin on the wheels indicates that this device is subject to the 2012/19/EU directive.		Dispose of the device and packaging in an environmentally friendly manner!
	Never use the device in the open air or when it's raining!		Self-shielded flux cored wire welding
	Electric shock from the welding electrode can be fatal!	IP21S	Protection class
	Inhalation of welding fumes can endanger your health.		Made from recycled material.
	Welding sparks can cause an explosion or fire.		Single-phase static frequency converter-transformer-commutator
	Arc beams can damage your eyes and injure your skin.	H	Insulation class
	Electromagnetic fields can disrupt the function of cardiac pacemakers.	U_2	Standardised operating voltage.
	Attention: Potential hazards!	I_1	Greatest rated value of the mains power
	greatest rated value of the welding current	I_1 eff.	Effective value of the greatest mains power
[24W]	Rated value of the welding current Earth clamp
	Overload protection control lamp Mains connection control lamp
	Greatest rated value of the welding time in intermittent mode _ON^t		Greatest rated value of the welding time in continuous mode _ON (max)^t

INVERTER FLUX CORED WIRE WELDER PIFDS 120 B2

- Introduction

Congratulations!

You have purchased one of our high-quality devices. Please familiarise yourself with the product before using it for the first time. To do this, please read through

the following operating and safety instructions carefully. This tool must be set up or used only by people who have been trained to do so.

KEEP OUT OF REACH OF CHILDREN!

Intendeduse

The device is suitable for self-shielded flux cored wire welding using an appropriate wire. No additional gas is required. The shielding gas is contained in powder form in the wire itself, thus it is fed directly into the arc. This means the device is not susceptible to wind and can be used outside. Only suitable wire electrodes may be used for the device. Observing the safety instructions and assembly instructions and operating information in the instructions for use is also a component of the intended use.

It is imperative to adhere to the applicable accident prevention regulations. The device must not be used:

– in rooms with insufficient ventilation,
– in explosive atmospheres,
– for the purpose of thawing pipes,
– in the vicinity of people with cardiac pacemakers and
– in the vicinity of easily inflammable materials.

Use the product only as described and only for the specific applications as stated. Store these instructions in an easily accessible place. Ensure you hand over all documentation when passing the product on to anyone else. Any use that differs to the intended use as stated above is prohibited and potentially dangerous. Damage from non-observation or wrong use is not covered by the warranty and is not subject to the manufacturer's liability. The device is not intended for commercial use.

Commercial use will void the guarantee.

Package contents

1 Inverter Flux Cored Wire Welder PIFDS 120 B2
1 torch nozzle (pre-mounted)
4 welding nozzles (1x 0.9 mm pre-mounted; 1x 0.8 mm; 1x 0.6 mm; 1x 1.0 mm)
1 chipping hammer with wire brush
1 flux cored wire ∅ 0.9 mm / 450 g
1 welding protection shield
1 carry strap
1 set of operating instructions

Residual risk

Even if you operate the device as intended, there will be residual risks. The following risks can occur in the context of the design and construction of this flux cored wire welder:

■ Eye injuries due to glare,

■ Touching hot parts of the device or workpiece (burn injury),
In case of improper protection, risk of accident and fire through sparks and slag particles,
Harmful emissions from smoke and gases if there is a lack of air or if closed rooms are insufficiently extracted.

Reduce the residual risk by carefully using the device as intended and observing all instructions.

- Parts description

1 Cover wire feed unit
2 Carry strap
3 Mains plug
4 Earthing cable with earth clamp
5 ON/OFF main switch
6 Mains connection control lamp
7 Control dial for adjusting the material thickness
8 Overload protection control lamp
9 Torch nozzle
10 Torch
11 Torch button
12 Cable assembly
13 Welding nozzle (0.6 mm)
14 Welding nozzle (0.8 mm)
15 Welding nozzle (0.9 mm)
16 Welding nozzle (1.0 mm)
17 Flux cored wire spool (wire reel) ∅ 0.9 mm / 450 g
18 Chipping hammer with wire brush
19 Feed roll
20 Shield body
21 Dark welding lens
22 Handle
23 Welding protection shield after assembly
24 Mounting clip
25 Protective glass catch
26 Handle fitted
27 Setting screw
28 Thrust roller unit
29 Roller holder
30 Feed roll holder
31 Wire outlet
32 Wire holder
33 Torch neck

• Technical specifications

Power supply: 230 V\~ / 50 Hz (alternating current)

Welding current I₂: 20–120 A

No-load voltage U_0 : 22 V

Greatest rated value of the mains power: 1 max 17.3 A

Effective value of the greatest rated current: I 11.3 A

Welding wire reel max.: approx. 1000 g

Welding wire diameter max.: 1.0 mm

Fuse: 16 A

Recommended material thickness: 0.8–3.0 mm

Technical and visual changes may be made in further development without notifying the customer. All dimensions, notices and specifications in the operating instructions are therefore subject to change. The operating instructions cannot therefore be used as the basis for asserting a legal claim.

● Safety instructions

⚠️ Please read the operating instructions with care and observe the notes described. Familiarise yourself with the device, its proper use and the safety instructions using these operating instructions. The rating plate contains all technical data of this welder; please learn about the technical features of this device.

■ Repairs and/or maintenance work must only be carried out by qualified electricians.
■ Only use the welding cables provided in the scope of delivery.
During operation, the device should not be positioned directly against the wall, covered or jammed between other devices so that sufficient air can always be absorbed through the ventilation slats. Make sure that the device is correctly connected to the mains voltage. Avoid any form of tensile stress of the power cable. Disconnect the mains plug from the socket prior to setting up the device in another location.
If the device is not in operation, always switch it off by pressing the ON/OFF switch. Place the electrode holder on an insulated surface and only remove the electrodes from the holder after allowing it to cool down for 15 minutes.
- Pay attention to the condition of the welding cable, torch and the earth clamps. Wear and tear of the insulation and the live parts can lead to hazards and reduce the quality of the welding work.

- Arc welding creates sparks, molten metal parts and smoke. Therefore ensure that: All flammable substances and/or materials are removed from the work station and its immediate surrounding.

■ Ensure the workplace is ventilated.

- Do not weld on containers, vessels or tubes that contain or contained flammable liquids or gases.

WARNING! Avoid any form of direct contact with the welding current circuit. The no-load voltage between the electrode holder and earth clamp can be dangerous, there is a risk of electric shock.

- Do not store the device in a damp or wet environment or in the rain. Protection rating IP21S is applicable in this case.

- Protect your eyes using the appropriate protective glasses (DIN level 9–10), which are fastened to the supplied welding mask. Wear gloves and dry protective clothing that are free of oil and grease to protect the skin from exposure to ultraviolet radiation of the arc.

WARNING! Do not use the welding power source to defrost pipes.

Please note:

The light radiation emitted by the arc can damage eyes and cause burns to the skin.

- Arc welding creates sparks and drops of melted metal. The welded workpiece starts to glow and remains hot for a relatively long period of time. Therefore, do not touch the workpiece with bare hands.

- Arc welding can cause vapours to be released that may be hazardous to health. Be careful not to inhale these vapours.

- Protect yourself from the harmful effects of the arc and keep people that are not involved in the work away from the arc, maintaining a distance of at least 2 m.

ATTENTION!

During the operation of the welder, other consumers may experience problems with the voltage supply depending on the net-

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work conditions at the connection point. In case of doubt, please contact your energy supply company.

During the operation of the welder, other devices may malfunction, e.g. hearing aids, cardiac pacemakers, etc.

● Potential hazards during arc welding

There are a series of potential hazards that can occur during arc welding. It is therefore particularly important for the welder to observe the following rules to avoid endangering him/herself and others and to prevent damage to people and the device.

■ Work on the voltage side, e.g. on cables, plugs, sockets etc., may only be carried out by qualified electricians according to national and local regulations.
In the event of accidents, disconnect the welder from the mains voltage immediately.
If electrical contact voltages occur, switch off the device immediately and have it checked by a qualified electrician.
■ Always ensure good electrical contacts on the welding current side.
■ Always wear insulating gloves on both hands during welding work. These provide protection from electrical shocks (no-load voltage of the welding current circuit), harmful radiations (heat and UV radiation) and incandescent metal and splashes of slag.
■ Wear sturdy, insulating shoes. The shoes should also insulate when exposed to moisture. Loafers are not suitable as falling incandescent metal droplets can cause burns.
■ Wear suitable protective clothing, no synthetic garments.
Do not look into the arc without eye protection; only use a welding mask with the prescribed protective glass as per DIN. In addition to light and heat radiation, which can dazzle or cause burns, the arc also emits UV radiation. Without suitable protection the invisible ultraviolet radiation can cause very painful conjunctivitis which is not apparent until several hours later. Furthermore, UV radiation can cause sunburn-like effects on unprotected parts of the body.

■ Any persons in the vicinity of the arc or helpers must also be informed of the dangers and be equipped with the necessary protective equipment. If necessary, set up protective walls.

■ Ensure an adequate supply of fresh air whilst welding, particularly in small spaces, as welding produces smoke and harmful gases.

No welding work may be carried out on containers that have been used for storing gases, fuels, mineral oils or similar – even if they have been empty for a long time – as possible residues may present a risk of explosion.

■ Special regulations apply in rooms where there is a risk of fire or explosion.

■ Welded joints that are subject to heavy stress loads and are required to comply with certain safety requirements may only be carried out by specially trained and certified welders. Examples of this are pressure vessels, running rails, tow bars, etc.

⚠️ ATTENTION! Always connect the earth clamp as close as possible to the point of weld to provide the shortest possible path for the welding current from the electrode to the earth terminal. Never connect the earth clamp to the housing of the welder! Never connect the earth clamp to earthed parts far away from the workpiece, e.g. a water pipe in another corner of the room. This could otherwise damage the protective bonding system of the room you are welding.

■ Do not use the welder in a moist environment.

■ Only place the welder on a level surface.

- Do not use the welder in the rain.

The outlet is measured at an ambient temperature of 20 °C and welding time can be reduced in the event of higher temperatures.

⚠️ Risk of electric shock:

Electric shock from a welding electrode can be fatal. Do not weld in rain or snow. Wear dry insulating gloves.

Do not touch the electrodes with bare hands. Do not wear wet or damaged gloves. Protect yourself from electric shock with insulation against the workpiece. Do not open the device housing.

Danger from welding fumes:

Inhalation of welding fumes can endanger health. Do not keep your head in the fumes. Use the equipment in open areas.

Use extractors to remove the fumes.

Danger from welding sparks:

Welding sparks can cause an explosion or fire. Keep flammable substances away from the welding location. Do not weld near flammable materials. Welding sparks can cause fires. Keep a fire extinguisher close by and an observer should be present to be able to use it immediately. Do not weld on drums or any other closed containers.

Danger from arc beams:

Arc beams can damage your eyes and injure your skin. Wear a hat and safety goggles. Wear hearing protection and high, closed shirt collars. Wear welding safety helmet and make sure you use the appropriate filter setting. Wear complete body protection.

Danger from electromagnetic fields:

Welding current generates electromagnetic fields. Do not use if you have a medical implant. Never wrap the welding cable around your body. Guide welding cables together.

● Welding mask-specific safety instructions

• With the help of a bright light source (e.g. lighter) examine the proper functioning of the welding shield prior to starting with any welding work.
  ■ Weld spatters can damage the protective screen. Immediately replace damaged or scratched protective screens.
• Immediately replace damaged or highly contaminated or splattered components.
  ■ The device must only be operated by people aged 16 or over.
• Please familiarise yourself with the welding safety instructions. Also refer to the safety instructions of your welder.

■ Always wear a welding mask while welding. If you do not do this, you could sustain severe lesions to the retina.

■ Always wear protective clothing during welding operations.

- Never use the welding shield without the protective screen because this could damage the optical unit. There is a risk of damage to the eyes!

- Regularly replace the protective screen to ensure good visibility and fatigue-proof work.

● Environment with increased electrical hazard

When welding in environments with increased electrical hazard, the following safety instructions must be observed.

Environments with increased electrical hazard may be encountered, for example:

In workplaces where the space for movement is restricted, such that the welder is working in a forced posture (e.g.: kneeling, sitting, lying) and is touching electrically conductive parts;

In workplaces which are restricted completely or in part in terms of electrical conductivity and where there is a high risk through avoidable or accidental touching by the welder;

In wet, humid or hot workplaces where the air humidity or sweat significantly reduces the resistance of human skin and the insulating properties or effect of protective equipment.

Even a metal conductor or scaffolding can create an environment with increased electrical hazard.

In this type of environment, insulated mats and pads must be used. Furthermore gauntlet gloves and head protection made of leather or other insulating materials must be worn to insulate the body against Earth. The welding power source must be located outside the working area or electrically conductive surfaces and out of the welder's reach.

Additional protection against a shock from the mains current in the event of a fault can be provided by using a fault-circuit interrupter, which is operated with a leakage current of no more than 30 mA and covers all mains-powered devices in close proximity. The fault-circuit interrupter must be suitable for all types of current.

There must be means of rapid electrical isolation of the welding power source or the welding circuit (e.g. emergency stop device) which are easily accessible. When using welders under electrically dangerous conditions, the output voltage of the welder must not be greater than 113 volt when idling (peak value). Based on the output voltage this welder may be used in these conditions.

● Welding in tight spaces

When welding in tight spaces this may pose a hazard through toxic gases (risk of suffocation).

In tight spaces you may only weld if there are trained individuals in the immediate vicinity who can intervene if necessary. In this case, before starting the welding procedure, an expert must carry out an assessment in order to determine what steps are necessary, in order to guarantee safety at work and which precautionary measures should be taken during the actual welding procedure.

● Total of no-load voltages

When more than one welding power source is operated at the same time, their no-load voltages may add up and lead to an increased electrical hazard. Welding power sources must be connected in such a way that the danger is minimised. The individual welding power sources, with their individual control units and connections, must be clearly marked, in order to be able to identify which device belongs to which welding power circuit.

• Using shoulder straps

Welding must not take place if the welding power source or the wire feed device is being carried e.g. with a shoulder strap.

This is intended to prevent:

■ The risk of losing your balance if the lines or hoses which are connected are pulled
The increased risk of an electric shock as the welder comes into contact with the earth if he/she is using a Class I welding power source, the housing of which is earthed through its conductor.

- Protective clothing

At work, the welder must protect his/her whole body by using appropriate clothing and face protection against radiations and burns. The following steps must be observed:

• Wear protective clothing prior to welding work.
• Wear gloves.
• Open windows to guarantee air supply.
• Wear protective goggles.

■ Gauntlet gloves made of a suitable material (leather) must be worn on both hands. They must be in perfect condition.

A suitable apron must be worn to protect clothing from flying sparks and burns. When specific work, e.g. overhead welding, is required, a protective suit must be worn and, if necessary, even head protection.

● Protection against rays and burns

- Warn of the danger to the eyes by hanging up a sign saying “Caution! Do not look into flames!” in the work area. The workplaces must be shielded so that the persons in the vicinity are protected. Unauthorised persons must be kept away from welding work.

The walls in the immediate vicinity of fixed workplaces should neither be bright coloured or shiny. Windows up to head height must be protected to prevent rays from penetrating or reflecting through them, e.g. by using suitable paint.

• EMC Device Classification

According to the standard IEC 60974-10, this is a welder in electromagnetic compatibility Class A. Class A devices are devices that are suitable for use in all other areas except living areas and areas that are directly connected to a low-voltage supply mains that (also) supplies residential buildings. Class A devices must adhere to the Class A limit values.

⚠ WARNING NOTICE: Class A devices are intended for use in an industrial environment. Due to the power-related as well as the radiated interference variables, difficulties might arise in ensuring electromagnetic compatibility in other environments.

Even if the device complies with the emission limit values in accordance with the standard, such devices can still cause electromagnetic interference in sensitive systems and devices. The user is responsible for faults caused by the arc while working, and the user must take suitable protective measures. In doing so, the user must consider the following:

• network, control, signal and telecommunication lines
• computers and other microprocessor-controlled devices
• TVs, radios and other playback devices
• electronic and electrical safety equipment
• people with cardiac pacemakers or hearing aids
• measurement and calibration devices
• interference immunity of other equipment nearby
  – the time of day at which the work is being done.

The following is recommended to reduce possible interference radiation:

- equip the mains connection with a mains filter

– service the device regularly and keep it in good condition

- welding cables should be completely uncoiled and run as close to parallel with the floor as possible

- if possible, devices and systems at risk from interference radiation should be removed from the work area or shielded.

● Before commissioning

Take all parts from the packaging and check whether the flux cored wire welder or parts show any damage. If this is the case, do not use the flux cored wire welder. Contact the manufacturer at the specified service address.
■ Remove all protective films and other transport packaging.

- Check whether the delivery is complete.

- Assembly

- Assembling the welding protection shield

- Insert the dark welding lens with the writing facing up into the shield body (see Fig. C). The labelling on the dark welding lens must now be visible from the front of the protective shield.

■ Push the handle from the inside into the corresponding notch of the mask, until it snaps into place (see Fig. D).

- Inserting the flux cored wire

ATTENTION!

Always unplug the mains plug from the mains socket prior to each maintenance task or preparatory work in order to prevent the risk of an electric shock, injury or damage.

PLEASE NOTE!

Different welding wires will be needed depending on the application. Welding wires with a diameter of 0.6–1.0 mm can be used with this device.

Feed roll, welding nozzle and wire cross-section must be compatible with one another. The device is suitable for wire reels weighing up to maximum 1000 g.

■ Unlock and open the cover of the wire feed unit 1 by pushing the latch up.
■ Unlock the roller unit by pressing and turning the roller mount ^29 anti-clockwise (see Fig. F).

Pull the roller mount and the washer off the shaft (see Fig. F).

PLEASE NOTE!

Make sure that the end of the wire does not come loose and cause the roll to roll out on its own. The end of the wire may not be released until during assembly.

• Completely unpack the flux cored wire welding spool [17], so that it can unrolled without difficulty. Do not release the wire end yet (see Fig. G).
  Place the wire reel on the shaft. Make sure that the roll unwinds on the side of the 31 wire feed guide (see Fig. G).

Place the washer and roll mount back on and lock it by pressing and turning it clockwise (see Fig. G).

■ Undo the adjustment screw and swing it downwards (see Fig. H).
■ Turn the thrust roller unit 28 to the side (see Fig. I).
■ Loosen the feed roll holder by turning it anti-clockwise and pull it forwards and off (see Fig. J).
On the top of the feed roll, check whether the appropriate wire thickness is indicated. If necessary, the feed roll has to be turned over or replaced. The supplied welding wire ( 0.9 mm)

must be used in the feed roll 19 with the specified wire thickness of ∅ 0.9 mm. The wire must be positioned in the front groove!

■ Erect the feed roll holder again and screw in a clockwise direction.
■ Remove the torch nozzle by turning it anti-clockwise (see Fig. K).
■ Unscrew the welding nozzle (see Fig. K).
■ Guide the cable assembly away from the welder as straight as possible (place it on the floor).

■ Take the wire end out of the edge of the spool (see Fig. L).
- Trim the wire end with wire scissors or a diagonal cutter in order to remove the damaged, bent ends of the wire (see Fig. L).

PLEASE NOTE! The wire must be kept under tension the entire time in order to avoid a releasing and a roll out! Therefore it is recommended to carry out the work with an additional person.

■ Push the flux cored wire through the wire feed guide 31 (see Fig. M).

■ Guide the wire along the feed roll 19 and then push it into the wire holder 32 (see Fig. N).
■ Swivel the thrust roller unit towards the feed roll 19 (see Fig. O).
■ Mount the adjustment screw (see Fig. O).

Set the counter pressure with the adjustment screw. The welding wire must be firmly positioned between the thrust roller and feed roll 19 in the upper guide without being crushed (see Fig. O).

■ Switch on the welder on the main switch.
■ Press the torch button ^11 .

Now the wire feed system pushes the welding wire through the cable assembly 12 and the torch 10.
As soon as 1 – 2 cm of the wire protrudes from the torch neck ^33 , release the torch ^11 button again (see Fig. P).
- Switch off the welder at the main switch.

Screw the welding nozzle ^15 back on. Make sure that the welding nozzle ^15 matches the diameter of the welding wire used (see Fig. Q). When using the delivered welding wire ( 0.9 mm), the welding nozzle ^15 with the labelling 0.9 mm must be used.

Screw the burner nozz back onto the torch neck 33 (see Fig. R).

ATTENTION! Always unplug the mains plug from the socket prior to each maintenance task or preparatory work in order to prevent the risk of an electric shock, injury or damage.

• Commissioning
• Switching the device on and off

- Switch the welder on and off on the main switch 5. If you do not intend to use the welder for an extended period, remove the mains plug from the power socket. This is the only way to completely de-energise the device.

- Setting the welding current and wire feed

The control dial 7 on the front of the welder can be used to adjust the material thickness to be welded. Power and wire feed are controlled automatically.

Recommended welding wire diameter for the material thickness given:

Welding wire diameter Thickness of the workpiece
0.6 mm 0.8–1.5 mm
0.8 mm 0.8–2.0 mm
0.9 mm 0.8–3.0 mm
1.0 mm 1.0–3.0 mm

The following table shows the welding current range, depending on the setting selected for the material thickness:

Material thickness setting Welding current range
0.8 mm 20–45 A
1.5 mm 45–60 A
2 mm 75–90 A
2.5 mm 90–110 A
3 mm 110–120 A

Overload protection

The welder is protected against overheating by means of an automatic protection device (thermostat with automatic restart). The protective device interrupts the overload of the current circuit and the yellow overload protection control lamp 8 illuminates.

• Allow the device to cool down (approx. 15 minutes) for the activation of the protection device. As soon as the yellow overload protection control lamp ^8 goes out, the device is ready for operation again.
  The protection of the supply lines to the mains sockets must comply with the regulations (VDE 0100). Shockproof sockets must be protected to max. 16 A (fuses or circuit breaker) The use of higher levels of protection could result in a line fire or structural fire damage.

Welding protection shield

HEALTH HAZARD!

If you do not use the welding mask, harmful UV radiation and heat emitted by the electric arc could damage your eyes. Always use the welding protection shield for welding work.

Welding

ATTENTION! RISK OF BURNS!

Welded workpieces are very hot and can cause burns. Always use pliers to move hot, welded workpieces.

Please proceed as follows once you have electrically connected the welder:

• Connect the earthing cable to the workpiece that is to be welded using the earth clamp. Please ensure good electrical conductivity.
  The area to be welded on the workpiece must be free of rust and paint.
  ■ Select the material thickness using the control dial 7
  ■ Switching the device on.
• Hold the welding protection shield in front of your face and guide the torch nozzle 9 to the position on the workpiece that is to be welded.
  Press the torch button, in order to generate an arc. Once the arc is burning, the device feeds wire into the weld pool.
  If the welding lens is big enough, the torch 10 is slowly guided along the desired edge. The distance between the torch nozzle and workpiece should be as small as possible (it must not be greater than 10 mm).
  If necessary, oscillate a little to increase the size of the weld pool.
  The penetration depth (corresponds to the depth of the welding seam in the material) should be as deep as possible without allowing the welding pool to fall through the workpiece.
  The slag can only be removed from the seam once it has cooled down. To continue welding an interrupted seam:
  ■ First remove the slag at the starting point.
  The arc is ignited in the weld groove, guided to the connection point, melted properly and finally the weld seam is continued.

CAUTION!

Please note that the torch must always be placed on an insulated surface

■ Always switch off the welder after completing welding work and during breaks and pull the mains plug from the power socket.

- Creating a weld seam

Forehand welding

Push the torch forwards. Result: The penetration depth is lower, broader weld width, flatter weld bead (visible surface of the seam) and greater fusion error tolerance.

Backhand welding

The torch is dragged from the weld seam (Fig. S). Result: Greater penetration depth, narrower weld width, higher weld bead and lower fusion error tolerance.

Welded joints

There are two-basic types of joints in welding: Butt welds (outer edge) and angle welding (inner edge and overlapping).

Butt welds

With butt welds of up to 2 mm material thickness, the weld edges are completely brought together. For greater thicknesses, a gap of 0.5–4 mm must be selected. The ideal gap depends on the welded material (aluminium or steel), the material composition as well as the type of welding selected. This gap should be determined by welding on a sample workpiece.

Flat butt welds

Welds should be made without interruption and with a sufficient penetration depth. Therefore, it is extremely important to be well prepared. The quality of the weld result is affected by: the amperage,

the gap between weld edges, the inclination of the torch and the diameter of the welding wire. The steeper you hold the torch against the workpiece, the higher the penetration depth and vice versa.

Illustration of a soldering iron being inserted into a spring on a base (no text or symbols)

To forestall or reduce deformations that can happen during the material hardening process, it is good to fix the workpiece with a device. Avoid stiffening the welded structure to prevent cracks in the weld. These problems can be avoided if there is a possibility of turning the workpiece so that the weld can be carried out in two passes running in opposite directions.

Welds on the outer edge

The preparation for this is very simple (Fig. T, U).

Two abstract geometric shapes: a mechanical component labeled 'T' and a shaded rectangle labeled 'U', both without any text or symbols.

However, it is no longer expedient for thicker materials. In this case, it is better to prepare a joint as shown below, in which the edge of the plate is angled (Fig. V).

V 45°

Fillet weld connections

A fillet weld is created if the workpieces are perpendicular to each other. The weld should be shaped like a triangle with sides of equal length and a slight fillet (Fig. W, X).

Welds on an inner edge

The preparation for this weld joint is very simple and is carried out for thicknesses of 5 mm.

The dimension "d" needs to be reduced to a minimum and should always be less than 2 mm (Fig. W).

w d

However, it is no longer expedient for thicker materials. In this case, it is better to prepare a joint as shown in Figure V, in which the edge of the plate is angled.

X 90° 90°

Overlap welds

The most common preparation is that with straight weld edges. The weld can be released using a standard angle weld seam. Both workpieces must be brought as close to each other as possible, as shown in Fig. Y.

Y

- Maintenance

■ Remove dust and contamination from the device regularly.
- Clean the device and accessories with a fine brush or a dry cloth.

● Information about recycling and disposal

DO NOT DISPOSE OF ELECTRICAL TOOLS IN HOUSEHOLD WASTE! DON'T THROW AWAY - RECYCLE!

According to European Directive 2012/19/EU, used electrical devices must be collected separately for environmentally compatible recycling or recovery. The symbol of the crossed out dustbin means that this device must not be disposed of in household waste at the end of its service life. The device must be handed in at established collection points, recycling centres or waste management depots. The disposal of defective devices which you have sent in will be carried out free of charge. In addition, distributors of electrical and electronic equipment as well as food distributors are obliged to accept returned waste. LIDL provides you with return options directly in its branches and shops. Return and disposal is free of charge for you. When buying a new device you have the right to return an equivalent old device at no charge. In addition you have the option, regardless of whether you are buying a new device, to hand in (up to three) old devices at no charge, as long as the device is no larger than 25 cm in any dimension. Before returning the device please delete all personal information. Before returning, please remove batteries or rechargeable battery packs which are not enclosed by the old device, as well as bulbs, which can be removed without destroying the product and take these to a separate collection point.

Batteries containing harmful substances are labelled with the adjacent symbol, which indicates the prohibition on disposal in household waste. The abbreviations for the essential heavy metals are: Cd = cadmium, Hg = mercury, Pb = lead. Take used batteries to a waste management company in your city or community or return them to your dealer. This satisfies your legal obligations and you are greatly contributing to protecting the environment.

Please note the marking on the different packaging materials and separate them as necessary. The packaging materials are marked with abbreviations (a) and digits (b) with the following definitions: 1–7: Plastics, 20–22: Paper and cardboard, 80–98: Composite materials.

• EC Declaration of Conformity

We,

C. M. C. GmbH Holding

Responsible for documentation:

Joachim Bettinger

Katharina-Loth-Str. 15

66386 St. Ingbert

Germany

hereby take sole responsibility for declaring that the product

Inverter Flux Cored Wire Welder

Item number: 2831

Year of manufacture: 2025/18

IAN: 472024_2407

Model: PIFDS 120 B2

meets the basic safety requirements as specified in the European Directives

EC low-voltage directive

2014/35/EU

EC Guideline on Electromagnetic Compatibility

2014/30/EU

RoHS directive

2011/65/EU+2015/863/EU

and the amendments to these Directives.

The manufacturer will be solely responsible for the creation of the declaration of conformity.

The object of the declaration described above meets the requirements of Directive 2011/65/EU of the European Parliament and of the Council of 8 June 2011 on the restriction of the use of certain hazardous substances in electrical and electronic equipment.

This conformity assessment is based on the following harmonised standards:

EN 60974-6:2016

EN 60974-10:2021

- Quality assurance -

● Warranty and service information

Warranty from C. M. C. GmbH Holding

Dear Customer,

The warranty for this equipment is 3 years from the date of purchase. In the event of product defects, you have legal rights against the retailer of this product. Your statutory rights are not affected in any way by our warranty conditions, which are described below.

- Warranty conditions

The warranty period begins on the date of purchase. Please retain the original sales receipt.

This document is required as your proof of purchase.

Should this product show any defect in materials or manufacture within 3 years from the date of purchase, we will repair or replace it – at our discretion – free of charge. This warranty service requires that you retain proof of purchase (sales receipt) for the defective device for the three year period and that you briefly explain in writing what the fault entails and when it occurred.

If the defect is covered by our warranty, we will repair and return your product or send you a replacement. The original warranty period is not extended when a device is repair or replaced.

● Warranty period and statutory claims for defects

The warranty period is not extended by the guarantee. This also applies to replaced and repaired parts. Any damages or defects detected at the time of purchase must be reported immediately after unpacking. Any incidental repairs after the warranty period are subject to a fee.

- Extent of warranty

This device has been manufactured according to strict quality guidelines and carefully inspected before delivery.

The warranty applies to material and manufacturing defects only. This warranty does not extend to product parts, which are subject to normal wear and tear and can thus be regarded as consumable parts, or for damages to fragile parts, e.g. switches or parts made from glass.

This warranty is voided if the product becomes damaged or is improperly used or maintained. For proper use of the product, all of the instructions given in the operating instructions must be followed precisely. If the operating instructions advise you or warn you against certain uses or actions, these must be avoided in all circumstances.

The product is for consumer use only and is not intended for commercial or trade use. The warranty becomes void in the event of misuse and improper use, use of force, and any work on the device that has not been carried out by our authorised service branch.

- Processing of warranty claims

To ensure prompt processing of your claim, please follow the instructions given below.

• Please retain proof of purchase and the article number (e.g. IAN) for all inquiries.
  The product number can be found on the type plate on the product, an engraving on the product, the cover page of your instructions (bottom left), or the sticker on the back or underside of the product.
  In the event of malfunctions or other defects, please first contact our service department below by phone or email.
  If your product is found to be defective, you can then send your product with proof of purchase (till receipt) and a statement describing what the fault involves and when it occurred free of charge to the service address given.
• You can view and download this handbook and many more at parkside-diy.com. With this QR code you can go straight to parkside-diy.com. You can access the user instructions for your product by entering the product number (IAN) 472024_2407.

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- Service

How to contact us:

GB, IE, NI, CY, MT

Website: www.cmc-creative.de

E-mail: [e-mail]

Phone: [phone]

Registered office: Germany

IAN 472024\_2407

Please note that the following address is not a service address. Please first contact the service point given above.

Address: C. M. C. GmbH Holding, Katharina-Loth-Str. 15, DE-66386 St. Ingbert, GERMANY

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[e-mail]

[e-mail]

Telefon: [phone]

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- Servis

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- Dział Jakości -

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• Údržba

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Servicio

Datos de contacto:

ES

Nombre: C. M.C. GmbH Holding

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Nome: Riku Service snc

Indirizzo Internet: www.riku-service.com

E-Mail: [e-mail]

Telefono: 0039 (0) 4711430103

Sede: Germania

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