Lincoln Electric 450 CE manual

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 %&( *%$  ".*R &(%+*)(&*%$ The FLEXTEC™ 450 CE is a multi-process CC/CV DC inverter and is rated for 450 amps, 38 volts at a 60% duty cycle. The Flextec is intended for both fac- tory and field operation. It comes in a compact, rugged case that is[...]

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 %&( *%$  ".*R >A6C286:DA=2J#6E6C • Prior to STICK or TIG operation (current flow), the meter displays preset current value. • Prior to CV operation, the meter displays four dash- es indicating non-presettable AMPS. • During welding, this meter displays actual[...]

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