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INDUSTRIAL ARTS
ENGLISH AT METRIC
BASIC SET-UP OF A
SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDING (SMAW) MACHINE
DALAWANG SISTEMA NG PANUKAT
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GRADE 4
9-12
WRITER/LAYOUT ARTIST: GIOVANNI POCH N. PEÑAFLOR
EVALUATOR: EMELITA G. PAGUIO
EVALUATOR: MARY ANN S. VALDEZ
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Basic Set-up of a Shielded Metal Arc (SMAW) Machine
SELF-LEARNING KIT
INDUSTRIAL ARTS
BASIC SET-UP OF A
SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDING (SMAW) MACHINE
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Basic Set-up of a Shielded Metal Arc (SMAW) Machine
PREFACE
This Self-Learning Kit (SLK) will enhance your ability to identify the different Shielded Metal Arc
Welding (SMAW) machine parts and accessories. This material is designed for Grade 9 to 12 students
who need remediation and who are willing to learn in self-paced mode.
You must be familiar with the parts and accessories of a Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
machine because it is vital in producing good quality welds. To achieve the Learning Outcomes (Set-
up welding machine and its accessories) in Shielded Metal Arc Welding NC I, this kit is mainly focused
on the different parts, functions, and accessories of a Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) machine.
For you to start, remember to do the following tips to successfully achieve the objectives
of the Self-Learning Kit; keep the material in good condition and neat all the time; do not write
any unnecessary things on its pages; use separate paper for your answer sheet; read and follow
instructions carefully; answer the given task before you start the lesson; take note and record points
of clarification; try to achieve at least 80% level of proficiency in every activity; work diligently and
honestly; answer the activities thoroughly and find out the given descriptors in the progress chart after
having self-evaluation of the activities.
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OBJECTIVES
At the end of the lesson, with at least 80% level of proficiency, you should be able to:
1. identify the parts and functions of a Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
machine in accordance with the manufacturer’s manual;
2. list down safety precautions in a Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
machine set-up; and
3. produce the proper set-up of a Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) machine.
LEARNING COMPETENCIES
Set up a Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) machine and its accessories correctly.
TLE_IAAW9-12SW-Ih-1, TLE_IAAW9-12SW-Ih-2
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WHAT DO YOU KNOW?
The Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) machine is important in producing good
quality welds. It is important that you knowthe machine’s parts.
Before we start, let me see if you can identify the parts of the welding machine as
shown in the figures below.
1. _________________________
2. _________________________
3.__________________________
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW?
Were you able to identify the SMAW machine parts? To fully understand the set-up of
a SMAW machine, continue reading this SLK.
SET-UP A SHIELDED METAL ARC WELDING (SMAW) MACHINE
AND ITS ACCESSORIES
According to K to 12 Basic Education Program Learning Material for Shielded Metal
Arc Welding (SMAW), a typical Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) machine will have the
following parts and functions as illustrated in the figure below;
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WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW?
These are the parts and functions of a SMAW machine and its accessories.
1. Carry handle - used to transport the welding machine
2. Current setting gauge - indicates the current setting of the welding machine
3. Power switch - turns the welding machine on and off.
4. Current regulating knob - used to increase/decrease the current setting
5. Electrode holder - holds the welding electrode
6. Earth/Ground clamp - also called the return cable or the negative
7. Overload indicator - indicates an overload event
8. Cooling fan - maintains/ prevents over temperature of the machine
9. Wire brush/chipping - used to clean and remove slags
hammer
10. Welding shield - used to protect the eyes and face of the welder
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The function of a Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) machine is to provide the required
current and voltage to maintain an arc between the electrode and the base metal and sufficiently
supply electricity to fuse the base metal and the end of the electrode.
The SMAW machine depending on the type and capability can provide direct current (DC) or
alternating current (AC) to the electrode. AC type SMAW machines are most common and cost less
than the DC types, however, in terms of operational costs and functionality the DC or Rectifier type
machines present more advantages.
Types of Power Sources of a Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Machine
AC Transformers
Alternating current SMAW machines are
simply step-down transformers. The welding current
can be varied or adjusted by altering the gap
between the primary and secondary winding.
DC Generators
An internal combustion engine rotates the
armature of the generator, generates electricity
which in turn powers the welding machine. Normally
used when no AC power
source is available.
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Types of Power Sources of a Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Machine
Transformer Rectifier
Converts AC voltage to DC voltage via the rectifiers, which in turn supplies DC volt-
age to the electrode.
REMINDER:
In setting up a SMAW machine, it is a must to follow safety precautions. Read on to
learn these safety precautions.
Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) Machine set-up safety precautions
Here are some safety precautions in performing a SMAW machine set-up;
1. Make sure that all the parts of the welding machine are working properly.
2. Check the cables for any insulation breakage.
3. Connect electrode holder /ground clamp cables according to the required
polarity of the of the welding application.
4. Replace if not repair worn out parts, do not use malfunctioning parts or accessories.
5. Do not connect the SMAW machine to its power source while doing the
SMAW machine set- up.
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This is a basic setup of a Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) process.
REMEMBER
To be able to perform a SMAW process you must be familiar with the parts and acces-
sories of a Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) machine.
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WHAT HAVE YOU LEARNED?
Have you learned something new today?
Alright! Let us now see if you really understand your lesson today.
Are you ready for the next activity?
ACTIVITY 1A
Identify the parts of a Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) machine, write the
correct answer on a separate sheet of paper.
1. ___________________ 6. ___________________
2. ___________________ 7. ___________________
3. ___________________ 8. ___________________
4. ___________________ 9. ___________________
5. ___________________ 10. ___________________
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ACTIVITY 1B
Instructions: Match the SMAW machine parts and its functions. Write only the letter of the
correct answer on a separate sheet of paper.
1. Carry handle a. used to protect the eyes and face of the welder
2. Current setting gauge b. used to clean and remove slags
3. Power switch c. maintains/ prevents over temperature of the
machine
4. Current regulating knob d. indicates an overload event
5. Electrode holder e. also called the return cable or the negative
6. Earth/Ground clamp f. holds the welding electrode
7. Overload indicator g. used to increase/decrease the current setting
8. Cooling fan h. turns the welding machine on and off
9. Wire brush/chipping i. indicates the current setting of the welding
hammer machine
10. Welding shield j. used to transport the welding machine
ACTIVITY 2
Write down five (5) safety precautions in performing a SMAW machine set-up.
1. ____________________________________________________________________
2. ____________________________________________________________________
3. ____________________________________________________________________
4. ____________________________________________________________________
5. ____________________________________________________________________
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ACTIVITY 3
Instructions: Produce the proper set-up of a SMAW process by identifying the Shielded Metal
Arc Welding (SMAW) and its accessories. Write your answers on a separate sheet of paper.
Congratulations! You did a great job!
That means you already learned how to set-up a Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
machine and its accessories.
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Activity 2
1. Make sure that all the parts of the
weldiing machine are working properly.
2. Check the cables for any insulation
breakage. What do you know?
3. Do not connect the SMAW machine to its
power source while doing the SMAW 1. Electrode holder
set- up. 2. Earth/Ground clamp
4. Replace if not repair worn out parts, do 3. SMAW Machine
not use malfunctioning parts or
accessories. Activity 1A
5. Do not connect the SMAW machine to
its power source while doing the SMAW 1. Carry handle
set- up. 2. Current setting gauge
3. Power switch
Activity 3 4. Current regulating knob
5. Electrode holder
1. Arc welding power source 6. Earth/Ground clamp
2. Input power cable 7. Overload indicator
3. Plug to power source 8. Cooling fan
4. Electrode lead cable 9. Wire brush/chipping hammer
5. Electrode holder 10. Welding shield
6. Electrode
7. Workplace/Base metal Activity 1B
8. Welding table
9. Workpiece connection/Ground 1. J
clamp 2. I
10. Workpiece/ Ground clamp cable 3. H
4. G
5. F
6. E
7. D
8. C
9. B
10. A
ANSWER KEY
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SELF-ASSESSMENT
RUBRICS OF LEARNING
SCORE SCORE SCORE DESCRIPTORS
1-5 1 - 10 1 - 15
4-5 9 -10 13-15 Excellent!
3 6-8 9-12 Good
2 4-5 5-8 Fair
1 1 -3 1-4 Start Again
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ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The writer would like to extend his sincerest gratitude to the people who contributed
in making this Self-Learning Kit possible.
To the staff of LRMDS Bataan headed by the LRMDS Supervisor, Sir Edgar E. Garcia,
for all the learnings and ideas that the team has given to content developers like me.
To Orani National High School family, especially the school head, Dr. Loreta Michelle
W. Bamba, for the support in this endeavor.
To my family and friends, who believe in me and who are also my inspiration in making
this material.
And most of all, to our Lord Almighty, for giving me this wonderfull life and precious
talent that I could use and share to benefit others.
A million thanks. To GOD be the glory.
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BOOK
Source: Leonilo E. Santelices and Jeffrey G. Morenos, K to 12 Shielded Metal Arc Welding Learner’s Material: Module 1.
Pasig City, Department of Education, 2018 First Edition,51-63
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Can you identify the parts of a Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) machine?
What is the importance of knowing how to set up a Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW)
machine?
If not, then it is very timely to read this Self-Learning Kit and answer all the
activities provided.
As a SMAW student and an aspiring professional welder, you need to identify
the parts as well as the functions of a Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) machine to
be able to produce good quality welds.
C O N T E NT DE VE LO P E RS
WRITER/LAYOUT ARTIST: GIOVANNI POCH N. PEÑAFLOR Finished his Bachelor of Science
in Industrial Technology major in Instrumentation and Control Technology at Rizal
Technological University in May 2004. He is pursuing his Master of Arts in Education
major in Technology and Home Economics at Bataan State Peninsula University
Graduate School. He is currently a Senior High School teacher at Orani National High
School- Main Campus where he teaches General Mathematics and Shielded Metal
Arc Welding. He is also the School Partnership Focal Person for work immersion.
EVALUATOR: EMELITA G. PAGUIO Graduated with the degree Bachelor of Secondary
Education, major in English at Tomas del Rosario College. She has 33 units in MAEd-
Educational Management and complete academic requirements in MAEd-Language
Education. She taught for three years in private schools in Balanga City and 13 years
in Nagbalayong NHS in Morong. Presently, she serves as Assistant School Principal II of
Senior High School in E.C. Bernabe NHS, Bagac, Bataan.
EVALUATOR: MARY ANN S. VALDEZ She is a graduate of Bachelor of Secondary
Education major in Mathematics at Bataan Polytechnic State College, year 2002. She
earned her units in Master of Arts in Education major in Mathematics at Bataan Peninsula
State University - Main Campus and is currently taking up Master of Arts in Education
major in Educational Management at Gordon College – Institute of Graduate Studies
in Olongapo City. She is presently a teacher at Nagbalayong National High School
and is a Learning Resource Evaluator for LRMDS-Bataan.
SCHOOLS DIVISION OF BATAAN
LEARNING RESOURCES MANAGEMENT AND DEVELOPMENT SECTION (LRMDS)
Bataan Provincial Capitol Compound, Balanga City 2100
