First thing I'd try is plugging the Lincoln into the dryer outlet.
Start with a low heat and see how far you can get without tripping the
breaker. I've found that I rarely get over 100 amps in the welding I
do, even though the box goes to 230.

bob g.

Malcolm Spann wrote:

Need to do some light stick welding, but am limited to the 30 Amp 220v
service that my clothes dryer is hooked to (otherwise, I'd wire up my
big old Lincolm 300!).

Never done any wire-feed work, and wouldn't want to 'limit' myself
against future needs, but it isn't a big priority now.

Want something that will last (obviously, taking Duty Cycle into
account) for more than a couple of uses. Don't want to waste my money
on a $49 POS (if you know what I mean). Used is fine (actually, I
*prefer* 'vintage iron').

TIA
Malcolm