: Leather boots should be laced tightly, and pants should drape over the boots (never tucked in) to prevent hot slag from falling into your shoes. Conclusion
Stand to the side of the weld path rather than directly under it to avoid the "line of fire" for falling molten metal. 5. Common Issues and Fixes Problem Likely Cause Undercut Voltage too high or travel speed too fast Lower your heat; pause slightly at the edges of your weave. Overlap (Cold Lap) Travel speed too slow 4f welding position full
: Ensure the top edge of the weld blends smoothly into the plate without leaving a grooved, weakened edge. : Leather boots should be laced tightly, and
Strike your arc and let the puddle form. Because you are fighting gravity, you must keep the weld puddle . Common Issues and Fixes Problem Likely Cause Undercut
Success in the 4F position requires precise control over heat and the weld puddle to prevent sagging or dripping.
: The molten metal rolls over onto the bottom plate without properly fusing to it. This is caused by a travel speed that is too slow or an amperage setting that is too low.
A groove melted into the base metal along the toes of the weld that is left unfilled.