Stick Welding Basics - How to Run Straight Consistent Beads

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What angle should you keep while stick welding?

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10-15 degrees

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How much should you feed the stick rod into the puddle?

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Just a tiny bit

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What should you do if you can't see where you're going while welding?

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Move the stick rod away from the area

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Why is it important to keep a consistent puddle size?

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To reduce the risk of porosity

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What can cause a skinny and wide bead while stick welding?

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Inconsistent travel speed

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Why should you not lock your knees while welding?

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To avoid inconsistent beads

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What is the purpose of a proper restart while stick welding?

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To continue the weld seamlessly

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What should you do if your stick rod is loose in the stinger?

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Double check and make sure it's snug.

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What should you do if your bead is overlapping too much?

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Move the stick rod slower.

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Why is it important to feel the base metal while stick welding?

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To control the heat input