central connecticut-real new to hobby

would someone be willing to spend some time with me to show me the basics? I have an idea how to run my machine { I have read the manual 3 times}but would like the confirmation of someone who has some experiance to look over my shoulder and say either "yes thats the idea." or "not quite like that" and get me going in the right direction. I think I mostly dont quite understand what I need to listen for if it is properly ground balanced. The different tones it makes sometime- beep, whistle, bell bong, etc. I would really appreciate your time. Thankyou for your interest. email me at [email protected] please note: MENTION HELP in subject line of your email message. thanks again