Change the polarity on the leads. Use DCEN (Direct Current Electrode Negative). However it is now, cross the cords inside the unit. Adjust your settings based on the wire being used and material being welding/Wire used. 45° angle while welding. Take your time, you'll get it. By the way, I'm going to start welding soon too. The welders on RU-vid provided more than enough information for me to give it a try. Glad that i'm a visual learner 😎💯
It will help to change the tip out from a gas tip to a flux core tip. It makes it easier to see your wire/weld. After each weld, brush the flux off of your metal to get better connection on the next weld in the area. Lastly, it is recommended to cut your wire before starting a new weld to ensure you have a fresh tip to start the weld. Harbor Freight sells some decent entry level weld tables if you get tired of welding on the floor. 😂. It looks like you have a good start into welding.
