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Give side-to-side movement to the electrode not more than 2.5 times its dia.
Use the same electrode angle as was used for the root bead.

Note: Prevent the upper edge of the plate from melting off by not allowing the arc to concentrate
more on the upper edge.

Remove the slag with a chipping hammer.
Clean the weld with a steel wire brush.

Inspect the butt weld and ensure.

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CITS : C G & M - Welder - Exercise 55