PFDS 33 B2 - Welding machine PARKSIDE - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	Flux-Cored Wire Welder (Self-Shielded)
Brand	Parkside
Model	PFDS 33 B2
Power Supply	230 V~ / 50 Hz
Welding Current Range	40 – 90 A
Duty Cycle	10% at 90 A, 60% at 40 A
Open Circuit Voltage	32 V
Welding Wire Diameter	0.6 – 0.9 mm (0.9 mm supplied)
Max Wire Reel Weight	450 g
Fuse Rating	16 A
Weight	13.65 kg
Protection Type	IP21S
Insulation Class	H
EMC Classification	Class A (IEC 60974-10)
Included Accessories	Welding helmet, chipping hammer with wire brush, carrying strap, 3 welding nozzles (0.6, 0.8, 0.9 mm), flux-cored wire coil (0.9 mm / 450 g)
Main Features	Adjustable welding current (MIN/MAX and 1/2 switches), wire feed adjustment wheel, overload protection with auto-reset thermostat
Safety Features	Welding helmet with dark lens, protective glass, earth cable, thermal overload protection
Warranty	3 years from date of purchase
Intended Use	Self-shielded flux-cored arc welding with appropriate wire; not for pipe thawing or explosive environments
Ambient Temperature Rating	20°C (duty cycle may reduce at higher temperatures)

Frequently Asked Questions - PFDS 33 B2 PARKSIDE

How do I insert the flux-cored wire?

First, unplug the unit. Open the wire feeder cover, remove the roller holder, and place the wire reel on the shaft. Feed the wire through the wire outlet, lead it along the feed roller, and push into the cable assembly intake. Adjust the pressing roller tension, then use the burner button to feed the wire until it protrudes 1–2 cm from the torch neck. Refer to the manual for detailed step-by-step instructions.

How do I adjust the welding current?

Use the two switches on the front: the MIN/MAX switch and the 1/2 switch. For example, MIN and 1 gives 40 A (60% duty cycle), MAX and 2 gives 90 A (10% duty cycle). Adjust based on wire diameter, material thickness, and desired weld penetration.

What is the duty cycle?

The duty cycle is the percentage of a 10-minute period the welder can operate at a given current without overheating. For this model: 10% at 90 A (1 minute welding, 9 minutes cooling) and 60% at 40 A (6 minutes welding, 4 minutes cooling). Exceeding this triggers thermal overload protection.

How do I set the wire feed speed?

Use the adjustment wheel for the wire feeder (part 10). Start at the center position and increase or decrease as needed. A well-adjusted arc produces a soft, steady humming sound. If the sound is rough, reduce speed or increase current; if dull, increase speed or reduce current.

What safety precautions should I take?

Always wear insulating gloves, welding helmet with appropriate dark lens (DIN 9–10), and dry protective clothing. Ensure good ventilation to avoid inhaling fumes. Keep flammable materials at least 2 m away. Disconnect power before maintenance. Never weld in rain or moist environments.

How do I clean and maintain the welder?

Switch off and unplug the unit. Clean inside and outside using compressed air, steel wool, or a brush. Regularly check and tighten screws, inspect cables and earth terminal for wear, and test leakage resistance with suitable instruments. Replace damaged parts promptly.

What accessories are included?

The package includes: welding helmet (with dark lens), chipping hammer with wire brush, carrying strap, three welding nozzles (0.6 mm, 0.8 mm, 0.9 mm), and one flux-cored wire coil (0.9 mm / 450 g). Also includes a burner nozzle (pre-installed).

What type of wire can I use?

The welder is designed for self-shielded flux-cored wire (no additional gas required). It accepts wire diameters from 0.6 mm to 0.9 mm. The feed roller and welding nozzle must match the wire diameter. The supplied wire is 0.9 mm.

How does the overload protection work?

The unit has an automatic thermostat that interrupts operation if overheating occurs. The yellow control lamp (part 6) lights up. Allow the unit to cool for about 15 minutes; once the lamp turns off, the welder is ready again. This prevents thermal damage.

What is the warranty period?

The warranty covers defects in materials or workmanship for 3 years from the date of purchase. Keep your receipt. The warranty excludes normal wear parts (e.g., welding nozzles) and damage from improper use. Contact the service department via the manual for claims.

USER MANUAL PFDS 33 B2 PARKSIDE

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Assembly, operating and safety instructions

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Close-up of a gloved hand holding a wire spool over a mechanical component (no visible text or symbols)

Diagram showing a tool interacting with a spring-like spring on a base, with an arrow indicating motion (no text or symbols)

Diagram of a precision tool tip welding a metal joint (no text or symbols)

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Close-up of a gloved hand holding a wire spool over a mechanical component (no visible text or symbols)

Diagram showing a tool pressing a spring on a surface, with an arrow indicating motion direction (no text or symbols)

Diagram of a precision tool tiping a small object on a surface, with no visible text or symbols.

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Intended Use Page 51

Parts Description......Page 51

Technical Data Page 52

Scope of Delivery......Page 52

Safety instructions....Page 52

Safety hazards during arc welding Page 54

Safety notices specific to the welding shield Page 56

Tight and moist spaces ......Page 57

Protective clothing....Page 57

Protecting against rays and burns......Page 57

EMC Device Classification Page 58

Before Use......Page 59

Assembly Page 59

Assembling the welding helmet....Page 59

Inserting the flux-cored wire ......Page 59

Initial Use......Page 62

Switching the unit on and off....Page 62

Adjusting the welding current....Page 62

Adjusting the wire feeder....Page 62

Welding......Page 63

Creating a welding seam....Page 64

Maintenance and Cleaning......Page 65

Environmental instructions and disposal information......Page 65

Information about warranty and service processing......Page 66

Warranty terms Page 66

Extent of warranty....Page 66

Processing of warranty claims......Page 66

Service Page 67

EU Conformity Declaration......Page 67

List of pictograms used
	Caution! Read instructions for use!	WARNING!	Severe or fatal injuries may occur.
1~50Hz	Power input; phase number, as well as		Caution! Danger of electric shock!
	Alternating current symbol and rated value of the frequency		Important notice!
	Do not dispose of electrical equipment in household waste!		Dispose of the packaging and unit in an environmentally-friendly manner!
	Do not use the unit outdoors and never in rain!		Self-shielded flux-cored arc welding
	Electric shocks from welding electrodes can prove fatal	IP21S	Protection type
	Inhaling welding smoke can pose a risk to your health.		Suitable for welding with increased electric risk
	Welding sparks can cause an explosion or fire.		Single-phase transformer
	Arc rays can damage the eyes and injure the skin.	H	Insulation class
	Electromagnetic fields can interfere with the functionality of pacemakers.	U2	Standard working voltage
	Attention, potential dangers!	I1max	Highest rated value of mains current
	Duty cycle	I1eff	Effective value of highest mains current
	Rated value of welding current		Earth terminal
	Wire feeder

Flux-Cored Wire Welder PFDS 33 B2

- Introduction

Congratulations! You have chosen a high-quality unit from our company. Familiarise yourself with the product before using it for the first time. In addition, please carefully read the instructions for use and the safety instructions below. Initial operation of this tool must be performed by trained personnel.

KEEP OUT OF THE REACH OF CHILDREN!

Intended Use

This unit is intended for self-shielded flux-cored arc welding using the appropriate wire. Additional gas is not required. The inert gas is contained in a powdered form in the wire, is therefore fed directly into the arc, and this makes the tool wind-resistant while working outdoors. Only suitable wire electrodes may be used for the unit. Intended use also involves observing the safety instructions, assembly instructions and operating instructions in the instruction manual. The applicable accident prevention regulations are to be adhered to as strictly as possible. The unit may not be used:

• in insufficiently ventilated spaces,
• in a damp or wet environment,
• in explosive environments,
• for the purposes of thawing pipes,
• in the vicinity of people with pacemakers and
• in the vicinity of inflammable materials.

Only use the product as described and for the specified purpose. Keep these instructions in a safe place. When passing this product on to others, please also include all the documents. Any use other than the intended is prohibited and potentially dangerous. Damages resulting from noncompliance or misuse are not covered by the warranty and are not included in the manufacturer's liability.

Residual risk

Even if you use the unit correctly, there will always be residual risks. The following hazards can arise due to the design and performance of this flux-cored arc welding unit:

• Eye damage due to being dazzled,
• Touching hot parts of the unit or the work piece (burns),
• In the case of insufficient protection, a risk of accidents and fire exists due to sparks or slag,
• Harmful gas and smoke emissions in the case of a lack of air and / or insufficient extraction in enclosed spaces.

Reduce the residual risk by using the unit carefully and correctly and following all the instructions as stated.

Parts Description

1 Cover for wire feeder unit
2 Carrying strap
3 Mains plug
4 Earth cable with earth terminal
5 Main switch ON / OFF (including mains control lamp)
6 Control lamp for overload protection
7 Burner nozzle
8 MIN / MAX switch for welding current setting
9 1 / 2 Switch for welding current setting
10 Adjustment wheel for wire feeder
11 Burner
12 Burner button
13 Cable assembly with direct connection
14 Welding nozzle (0.6 mm)
15 Welding nozzle (0.8 mm)
16 Handle
17 Welding nozzle (0.9 mm)
18 Flux-cored wire welding coil (wire reel) ∅ 0.9 mm/450 g
19 Chipping hammer with wire brush
20 Welding helmet after assembly, consisting of:
21 Dark welding lens
22 Mask
23 Mounting clip
24 Protective glass locking mechanism
25 Roll holder

26 Wire outlet
27 Adjusting knob
28 Pressing roller unit
29 Feed roller
30 Feed roller holder
31 Cable assembly intake
32 Torch neck

Technical Data

Mains connection: 230 V\~/50 Hz (alternating current)

Welding current I_2 : 40–90A

Duty cycle X: 10 % at 90 A

welding current,

60 % at 40 A

welding current

Open-circuit voltage U_0 :32V

Highest rated value

for the mains current: I

1 max. 14 A

Effective value for highest

rated current: I

2 eff 4.4 A

Welding wire drum max.:

approx. 450 g

Welding wire diameter:

0.9 mm

Fuse: 16 A

Weight: 13.65 kg

- Scope of Delivery

1 Flux-cored arc welding unit PFDS 33 B2
1 Burner nozzle (pre-installed)
3 Welding nozzles (1x 0.9 mm pre-installed; 1x 0.8 mm; 1x 0.6 mm)
1 Chipping hammer with wire brush
1 Flux-cored wire ∅ 0.9 mm/450 g
1 Welding helmet
1 Carrying strap
1 Instructions for use

Safety instructions

Please carefully read the instructions for use and follow the specified notices. Familiarise yourself with the tool, its proper use and the safety notices using these instructions for use. The nameplate contains all the technical data for this welding tool, please learn about the technical facts of this tool.

This device may be used by children aged 16 years and up, as well as by persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities, or lacking experience and / or knowledge, so long as they are supervised or instructed in the safe use of the device and understand the associated risks. Do not allow children to play with the appliance. Cleaning and user maintenance should not be performed by children without supervision.

■ Only have repairs and/or maintenance performed by electrically skilled persons.
■ Only use the welding cables included (PFDS 33 B2 H01N2-D1x10 mm ^4 ).

During use the equipment should not be located directly against a wall, be covered, or be jammed between other equipment to ensure ample air can be taken in through the ventilation louvres. Verify the equipment is correctly connected to the mains voltage. Avoid any tensile load on the mains. Unplug the mains plug from the socket before transferring the equipment to a different location.
■ Always switch the equipment off with the ON / OFF switch when not in use. Set the electrode holder down on an insulated pad and allow to cool for 15 minutes before removing the electrodes from the holder.
■ Pay attention to the condition of the welding cables, the electrode holders and the earth terminals. Worn insulation and conducting parts can produce hazards and reduce the welding quality.
- Arc welding produces sparks, melted metal parts and smoke. Therefore note: Remove any flammable substances and/or materials from the work area and its immediate surroundings.
■ Ensure the work area is ventilated.

- Do not weld atop containers, receptacles or pipes, which do or did contain flammable liquids or gasses.

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

• Do not store or use the equipment in a moist or wet environment or in the rain. The Protection Provision IP21S applies in this respect.
  ■ Protect the eyes with the appropriate safety glass (DIN Grad 9-10) to be installed in the included welding shield. Use gloves and dry protective clothing free from oil and grease to protect the skin from ultraviolet rays and the arc.

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

Remember:

■ The arc ray can damage the eyes and cause burns to the skin.
- Arc welding produces sparks and drops of molten metal, the welded work piece begins to glow and remains very hot for a relatively

long time. Therefore do not touch the work piece with bare hands.

• Arc welding releases noxious fumes. Be careful not to inhale these as best possible.
  ■ Protect yourself from the dangerous effects of the arc and keep persons not involved in the work at least 2 m away from the arc.

ATTENTION!

■ Depending on mains conditions at the connection point, operating the welding equipment may interfere with the voltage supply for other loads. When in doubt, please contact your power supply company.
- Operating the welding equipment may interfere with the functionality of other devices, e.g. hearing aids, pacemakers, etc.

●Safetyhazards during arc welding

Arc welding produces a variety of safety hazards. It is therefore particularly important for the welder to observe the following rules to avoid putting himself and others in danger and to prevent damage to persons and the equipment

■ Only have work to the mains voltage end, e.g. to cables, plugs, outlets, etc. performed by a electrically skilled person in accordance with national and local regulations.
In the event of an accident, immediately disconnect the welding equipment from the mains voltage.
If electrical contact voltage occurs, immediately switch the equipment off and have it inspected by an electrically skilled person.
■ Always ensure good electrical contacts on the welding current end.
■ Always wear insulating gloves on both hands whilst welding. These will protect from electric shock (no-load voltage of the welding current), from hazardous rays (heat and UV rays) and glowing metal and weld splashes.
■ Wear solid, insulating shoes. The shoes should also insulate when exposed to moisture. Low shoes are not suitable, as glowing metal drops falling could cause burns.
■ Wear suitable protective clothing, no synthetic garments.
- Do not look into the arc with unprotected eyes, only use a welding shield with approved protective glass per DIN. In

addition to light- and heat rays which could result in blinding or burns, the arc also emits UV rays. Without adequate protection, this invisible ultraviolet radiation causes very painful conjunctivitis which is only noticed a few hours later. UV rays further cause burns similar to a sunburn in unprotected areas of the body.

■ Persons near the arc or assistants must also be informed of the risks and outfitted with the necessary protection. If necessary, set up protective panels.
■ Ensure an adequate supply of fresh air whilst welding, particularly in small spaces, as it produces smoke and harmful gasses.
- Do not weld containers in which gasses, fuels, mineral oils, etc. were stored - even if emptied a long time ago - as residue poses an explosion hazard.
■ Special regulations apply in rooms posing fire- and explosion hazards.
■ Welded joints exposed to great strain and needing to meet certain safety requirements must be made by specially trained and certified welders. Examples are pressure vessels, running rails, tow couplings, etc.

⚠️ATTENTION! Always connect the earth terminal 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 terminal to the housing of the welding equipment!

Never connect the earth terminal to earthed parts far away from the work piece, 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 welding equipment in the rain.
• Do not use the welding equipment in a moist environment.
  ■ Only place the welding equipment in a level location.
  The output is rated at an ambient temperature of 20 °C. The welding time may be reduced in higher temperatures.

Danger 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 electrode with bare hands. Do not wear wet or damaged gloves.

Protect yourself from electric shock by insulating from the work piece. Do not open the equipment housing.

Danger due to welding smoke:

Inhaling welding smoke can jeopardize your health. Keep your head out of the smoke. Use facilities in open areas. Use ventilation to remove smoke.

Danger due to welding sparks:

Welding sparks can cause an explosion or fire. Keep flammables away from the welding area. Do not weld next to flammables. Welding sparks can cause a fire. Keep a fire extinguisher nearby and an observer ready to use it. Do not weld on top of drums or any closed containers.

Danger due to arc rays:

Arc rays can damage the eyes and injure the skin. Wear a hat and safety goggles. Wear hearing protection and a closed, high shirt collar. Wear welding helmets and proper filter sizes. Wear full personal protection.

Danger due to electromagnetic fields:

Welding current produces electro- magnetic fields. Do not use along with medical implants. Never wrap the welding cables around the body. Consolidate welding cables.

● Safety notices specific to the welding shield

■ Using a hot light source (e.g. lighter) always check the welding shield is working properly before starting to weld.

■ Welding splashes can damage the glass shield. Replace damaged or scratched glass shields immediately.

■ Promptly replace damaged or heavily soiled/splashed components.

■ The equipment may only be operated by persons who have turned 16.

■ Familiarise yourself with the safety instructions for welding. Also refer to the safety instructions of your welding equipment.

■ Always use the welding shield when welding. Failure to use the shield may result in serious injuries to the retina.

■ Always wear protective clothing when welding.
■ Never use the welding shield without protective glass, as the optics can otherwise be damaged.
■ Replace the protective glass early to ensure good visibility and fatigue-proof working.

- Tight and moist spaces

• When working in tight, moist or hot spaces, use insulating pads and intermediate layers in addition to gauntlet gloves made from leather or other insulating materials to insulate the body from earth.
• When using welding equipment in electrically dangerous conditions, e.g. in tight spaces from conductive walls (kettles, pipes, etc.), in wet spaces (soaking of work clothes), the output voltages of the welding equipment may not be higher than 48 Volts (rms value) in open loop. Based on the output voltage this welding equipment may be used in these conditions.

- Protective clothing

- Whilst working the welder must be protected against rays and burns all over the body with the appropriate clothing and face protection. Remember the following steps:

• Put on protective clothing before welding.
• Put on gloves.
• Open windows or vent to ensure air supply.
• Wear safety goggles and a mask.

■ Wear gauntlet gloves made from suitable material (leather) on both hands. These must be in good condition.
■ Wear suitable aprons to protect the clothing from sparks and burns. When required based on the working method, e.g. welding overhead, wear a protective suit and, if necessary, a head guard.

●Protectingagainst rays and burns

Mark the work area with a sign „Danger! Do not look into flames!” to indicate the risk to the eyes. If possible, shield the

work areas to protect persons nearby. Keep unauthorised persons away from the welding area.

■ Walls in the direct vicinity of fixed work areas should be neither light coloured nor glossy.

Protect windows against rays passing through or reflecting at a minimum to head height, e.g. with suitable paint.

• EMC Device Classification

This is a welding unit with Class A electromagnetic compatibility in accordance with the IEC 60974-10 standard. Therefore, it fulfils the applicable requirements for industrial and domestic use. It may be connected to the public low voltage electricity supply in residential areas. Even when the flux-cored arc welding unit complies with standardized emission thresholds, electric arc welding units may cause electromagnetic interference in sensitive systems and devices.

The user is responsible and must undertake the appropriate safety measures for interference which results from arcs during the welding process. In doing so, the user must take the following into account in particular:

• Power, control, signal and telecommunications cables
• Computers and other microprocessor-controlled devices
• Televisions, radios and other play-back devices
• Electronic and electric safety equipment
• People with pacemakers or hearing aids
• Measuring devices and calibration devices
• Interference immunity of other devices in the vicinity
• The time of day during which welding work is being carried out.
  To reduce potential interference radiation, it is recommended that you:

- Equip the mains connection with a mains filter or shield it with a metal pipe

- Regularly perform maintenance work on the flux-cored arc welding unit and keep it in good condition

- Weld cables should be as short as possible, fully unwound and run as parallel on the ground as possible

- Potential equalization should be provided

• The work pieces should be properly earthed
• Devices and systems susceptible to interference radiation should be removed from the welding area if possible or shielded.

- Before Use

Remove all parts from the packaging and inspect whether the flux-cored arc welding unit or the individual parts are visibly damaged. If this is the case, do not use the flux-cored arc welding unit. Contact the manufacturer using the service address stated.
Remove all protective film and other transport packaging.
☐ Check that all items included in the scope of delivery are present.

- Assembly

Assembling the welding helmet

☐ Insert the dark welding lens into the mask with the writing to the top 22 (see Fig. A). The marking on the dark welding lens 21 must be visible from the front of the welding helmet.
☐ Push the handle into the suitable notch on the mask from the inside until it clicks in (See Fig. B).

- Inserting the flux-cored wire

WARNING! To prevent the hazard of an electrical shock, injury or damage, pull the mains plug from the socket before maintenance or preparing for work.

Note: Depending on the application, different welding wires may be required. Welding wires with

a diameter from 0.6 - 0.9 mm can be used with this unit.

The feed roller, welding nozzle and wire cross-section must always be compatible.

The unit is suitable for wire reels up to a maximum of 450g.

☐ Unlock and open the cover for the wire feeder unit 1 by lifting the threaded rod up from the slotted hole.
☐ Unlock the roller unit by turning the roller holder 25 clockwise (see Fig. C).
☐ Remove the roller holder from the shaft (see Fig. C).

Note: Please ensure that the wire end does not loosen and that the roll does not automatically roll away. The wire end may only be loosened during assembly.

Unwrap the flux-cored wire welding completely so that it can be unrolled freely. However, do not loosen the wire end just yet (see Fig. D).
Place the wire reel onto the shaft. Ensure that the roll uncoils on the side with the wire outlet 26 (see Fig. D).
☐ Reattach the roller holder 25 and lock it by pressing on it and turning it counterclockwise (see Fig. D).

☐ Loosen the adjusting knob and pivot it upwards (see Fig. E).

Turn the pressing roller u28 to the side (see Fig. F).

☐ Loosen the feed roller hold 80 by turning it counterclockwise and remove it by pulling it upwards (see Fig. G).

☐ Check the top of the feed roll to see if the appropriate wire thickness is set. If necessary, the feed roller must be turned around or replaced. The welding wire supplied (∅ 0.9 mm) must be

used in the feed roller 29 with the next highest wire thickness diameter of ∅ 0.9 mm.

The wire must be in the upper notch!

☐ Reattach the feed roller holder 30 and screw it tightly.

Remove the burner nozzle by rotating it clockwise (see Fig. H).

□ Unscrew the welding nozzle (see Fig. H).

Lead the cable assembly away from the welding unit in as straight a line as possible (place it on the floor).

☐ Remove the wire end from the coil edge (see Fig. 1).

☐ Shorten the wire end using a wire cutter or side cutter to remove the damaged/bent wire (see Fig. 1).

Note: The wire must be kept taut the entire time to prevent it from loosening and unrolling!

It is recommended that you always carry out work with another person.

Close-up of a wire being held by a pliers, with a spool and mechanical components visible (no text or symbols)

☐ Push the flux-cored wire through the wire outlet 26 (see Fig. J).

Close-up of a wire spool being sewn by a hand, with a black arrow pointing to the fiber (no text or symbols visible)

☐ Lead the wire along the feed roll ^29 and then push it into the cable assembly intake ^31 (see Fig. K).

Pivot the pressing roller up in the direction of the feed roller 29 (see Fig. L). Mount the adjusting knob (see Fig. L). Adjust the counter-pressure using the adjusting knob in such a way that the welding wire sits tightly between the pressing roller and the feed roller 29 in the upper duct without being squashed (see Fig. L).

☐ Switch the welding unit on using the main switch 5.

Press the burner button2. Now the wire feeder system will push the welding wire through the cable assembly 13 and the burner 11.

As soon as the wire protrudes 1 - 2 cm from the torch neck 32 you can release the burner button 12 once more (see Fig. M).

☐ Switch the welding unit off again.
□ Screw the welding nozzle back on.

Ensure that the welding nozzle 14 matches the diameter of the welding wire being used (see Fig. N).

For the welding wire supplied ( 0.9 mm) the welding nozzle 14 with the next highest diameter of 1.0 mm must be used.

☐ Push the burner nozzle 7 back onto the torch neck 32 by rotating it clockwise (see Fig. O).

WARNING! To prevent the hazard of an electrical shock, injury or damage, pull the mains plug from the socket before maintenance or preparing for work.

- Initial Use

- Switching the unit on and off

☐ Switch the welding unit on and off using the main switch 5. If you do not use the welding unit for an extended period, pull the plug out of the mains socket. It is only then that the unit will not be supplied with any current.

- Adjusting the welding current

You can adjust the desired welding current using the switches 8 9 on the front of the welding unit. If, for example, the MIN switch 8 and switch 1 9 are up, the welding current amounts to 40 A and the duty cycle is 60 %.

If, for example, the MAX switch 8 and switch 2 9 are down, the welding current amounts to 90 A and the duty cycle is 10 %.

The required welding current depends on the welding wire diameter, the material thickness and the desired weld penetration depth.

- Adjusting the wire feeder

To achieve a consistent weld, the adjustment wheel for the wire feeder 10 can be used to finely adjust the wire feeder. It is recommended that you start with a setting in the centre position and reduce or increase the speed if necessary.

The required welding current depends on the welding wire diameter used, the material thickness, the desired weld penetration depth and the gaps to be bridged on the work pieces to be welded.

Overload protection

The welding unit is protected against thermal overload with an automatic protective device (thermostat with an autorecloser). The overload protection interrupts the process when the circuit has been overloaded and the yellow control lamp 6 illuminates.

☐ If the protective device has been activated, allow the unit to cool down (approx. 15 minutes). As soon as the yellow control lamp for overload

protection 6 turns off, the unit is ready to use once more.

Welding helmet

WARNING! HEALTH HAZARD! If you

do not use the welding helmet, harmful UV rays and heat emitting from the arc can damage your eyesight.

■ Always use the welding helmet when you weld.

Welding

WARNING! RISK OF BURNS! Hot,

welded work pieces are very hot, meaning that you can burn yourselves on them.

■ Always use a pliers to move hot, welded work pieces.

After you have connected the welding unit to the electricity supply, proceed as follows:

☐ Connect the earth cable with the earth terminal 4 to the work piece to be welded. Ensure that good electrical contact exists.
☐ The workpiece should be free of rust and paint on the area to be welded.
☐ Select the desired welding current and the wire feeder depending on welding wire diameter, material thickness and desired weld penetration depth.
☐ Switch on the unit.
Hold the welding helm ^20 in front of your face and lead the burner nozzle ^7 along the area of the work piece to be welded.
☐ Press the burner button 12 to generate an arc. When the arc burns, the unit feeds wire into the weld pool.
☐ If the welding spot is big enough, the burner 11 is slowly led along the desired edge.

The gap between the burner nozzle and work piece should be as small as possible (in any case, no more than 10 mm).

☐ If necessary, oscillate it gently to enlarge the weld pool somewhat. For those who are less experienced, it can be difficult to form a decent

arc i.e. the correct setting for the welding current and wire feeder speed.

☐ You can figure out the best welding current and wire feeder speed settings by practicing on a test piece. A well-adjusted arc has a soft, steady humming sound.

The weld penetration depth should be as deep as possible, however, the weld pool should not fall through the work piece.

In the case of rough or harsh rattling, decrease the wire feeder speed or switch to a higher power setting (increase welding current).

If the wire feeder speed is too high and / or the welding current is too low, the welding wire may not melt properly and may dip into the welding seam and into the work piece.

A quiet, dull sound with a flickering arc indicates too low a wire feed.

☐ Increase the wire feeder speed or switch to a lower welding current.

The wire melts even before it has reached the welding seam with a welding current that is too high. The result is that drops from on the welding wire, as well as spraying and an inconsistent arc.

The slag may only be removed from the seam when it has cooled down.

To continue the welding process on an inter- rupted seam:

☐ Firstly, remove the slag from the point of attachment.
Ignite the arc in the weld groove, lead it to the connection point, properly melt the material there and then continue along the welding seam.
⚠️CAUTION! Ensure that the burner is always put down on an insulated surface after welding.
□ Always switch the welding unit after finishing welding work and during breaks, and always pull the mains plug out of the socket.

- Creating a welding seam

Spot-welded seam or forehand welding

The burner is pushed forwards.

Result: The penetration depth is lower, seam width is larger, weld bead is flatter and fault tolerance is greater.

Pull-welded seam or backhand welding

The burner is pulled away from the welding seam.

Result: The penetration depth is higher, seam width is smaller, weld bead is higher and the fault tolerance is lower.

Welded joints

There are two basic joint types in welding technology: butt welding and angle welding (outside edge, inside edge and overlapping).

Butt welded joints

For butt welded joints up to 2mm thick, the welding edges are brought together completely.

For larger thicknesses, see the table below:

Flat butt welded joints

Welding processes should be carried out without interruption and with a sufficient penetration depth. Therefore, good preparation is essential.

Factors which effect the quality of the welding results include: the welding current, the distance between the welding edges, the burner tilt and the respective welding wire diameter.

The steeper the burner is held in relation to the work piece, the higher the penetration depth and vice versa.

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To forestall or reduce deformations which could arise during material hardening it is a good idea where possible to fix the work pieces using a piece of equipment which counteracts the contraction or deformation of the material.

It is recommended that you avoid hardening the welded structure to prevent fractures in the welded seam. These difficulties can be reduced if you are able to rotate the work piece in such a way that the welding process can be carried out in two opposite runs.

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Welded joints on outside edges

Preparation for this is very simple.

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However, this is not practical for stronger materials. In this situation, it is better to prepare a joint as

depicted in the figure opposite, in which the edge of a plate is angled.

Welded joints on inside edges

Preparation for this welded joint is very simple and can be carried out on materials up to 5mm thick. The measurement "d" must be reduced to a minimum and should in any case be less than 2mm.

However, this is not practical for stronger materials. In this situation it is better to prepare a joint as depicted in Figure V, in which the edge of a plate is angled.

Overlapping welded joints

The most common preparation for this is to use straight welding edges. The welding process can be carried out with a normal angle weld seam. Both work pieces must be brought together as closely as possible.

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● Maintenance and Cleaning

Note: The welding tool requires regular maintenance and reconditioning to work properly and to comply with safety requirements. Improper and incorrect operation may result in malfunctions and damage the tool.

☐ Switch off the main power supply and the main switch on the device before maintaining or repairing the welding tool.
☐ Regularly clean the inside and outside of the welding tool. Remove dirt and dust inside the device with air, steel wool, or a brush.
☐ Current regulators, earthing equipment, internal cables, the blowpipe coupler and adjusting screw should be maintained regularly. Tighten loose screws and replace rusty screws.
☐ Regularly check the leakage resistance of the welding tool. Use suitable measuring instruments for this purpose.
In the event of a defect or if components need to be replaced, please contact the corresponding professional.

●Environmentalinstructions and disposal information

Don't waste, recycle!

Device, accessories and packaging should be recycled in an environmentally friendly manner.

Do not dispose of the inverter welder equipment with your household waste, or throw into fire or water. If possible, non-operational equipment should be recycled. Contact your local retailer for information.

● Information about warranty and service processing

Creative Marketing Consulting GmbH warranty

Dear customer, the warranty for this device 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 limited in any way by our warranty detailed below.

- Warranty terms

The warranty period begins on the date of purchase. Please retain the original receipt safely. This document is required as your proof of purchase.

Should this device show any fault in materials or manufacture within three years from date of purchase, it will be repaired or replaced - at our choice - by us free of charge. This warranty is conditional on the defective device and the receipt of purchase (store receipt) being presented within the three year warranty period, and that there is a brief written description of the nature of the defect and of the date it arose.

If the defect is covered by our warranty, we will return the repaired equipment or replacement thereof. A repair or exchange of the equipment does not extend a new warranty period.

• Extent of warranty

The appliance has been manufactured to strict quality guidelines and meticulously examined before delivery.

The warranty applies to faults in material or manufacture. This warranty does not apply to product parts subject to normal wear and tear and which can therefore be considered as wear items, or to damage to fragile parts, e.g. switches, storage batteries or glass parts.

This warranty becomes void if the device has been damaged or improperly used or maintained. All instructions provided in the operating instructions must be followed strictly to constitute proper use of the product. Purposes and practices which the operating instructions warn of or advise against must be avoided without fail.

This product is intended for private, non-commercial use only. Any incorrect or improper use of the device, use of force and changes not performed by our authorized service branch will void the warranty.

- Processing of warranty claims

Please follow the instructions below to ensure your claim is processed quickly:

When inquiring about your product please have your receipt and product number (e.g. IAN 12345) ready as your proof of purchase.

The product number can be found on the type plate, an engraving, the cover page of your instructions (bottom left) or the decal at the back or bottom.

In the event of malfunctions or other defects please first contact the service department below by phone or e-mail.

A product recorded as defective, along with the proof of purchase (sales receipt) and a description of the defect and when it occurred, can then be returned free of charge to you to the service address provided.

Notice:

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- Service

How to contact us:

GB, MT

Name: C. M. C. GmbH

Website:www.cmc-creative.de

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Registeredoffice:Germany

IAN 291492

Please note that the following address is not a service address.

Please first contact the service point named above.

Address:

C. M. C. GmbH

Katharina-Loth-Str. 15

DE-66386 St. Ingbert

GERMANY

• EU Conformity Declaration CE

We,

C. M. C. GmbH

Responsible for documentation: Andre Scheer

Katharina-Loth-Str. 15

DE-66386 St. Ingbert

GERMANY

declare in our sole responsibility that the product

Flux-Cored Wire Welder PFDS 33 B2

Serial number: 2056

Year of manufacture: 2017 / 17

IAN: 291492

Model: PFDS 33 B2

meets the basic safety requirements of European Directives

EC Low Voltage Directive

2014/35/EU

EC Directive for Electromagnetic

Compatibility

2014/30/EU

RoHS Directive

2011/65/EU

and its amendments.

The conformity assessment is based on the following harmonised standards:

EN 60974-1:2012

EN 60974-10:2014

AfPS GS 2014:01 PAK

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