1.
Using a secured GMAW shielding g
close the cylinder valve while standing off to the side of the valve. Th
will remove any debris that may be around the valve & regulator seat
area.
2.
Install the regulator and tighten with a
3.
Connect the gas hose to the outlet of the regulator, and tighten with a
wrench.
4.
Connect the other end of the gas hose to the "Gas Connector" on the
rear panel of the welder. (See image on previous page) A stainless steel
hose clamp is recommended to ensure a leak-proof connection.
5.
Be sure the gas valve on the torch is closed, and slowly open the
cylinder valve to the fully open position.
6.
Connect the ground clamp to your work piece.
7.
Plug the power cable into the appropriate outlet, and turn the switch to
the "ON" position. The power L.E.D. light should illuminate.
8.
Set the "Adjustment Switched" to the desired voltage.
9.
You are now ready to begin MIG Welding
4.5 Holding and Positioning Welding Gun
WELDING WIRE IS ENERGIZED WHEN GUN TRIGGER IS
PRESSED. BEFORE LOW
TRIGGER, BE SURE WIRE I
MM) PAST END OF NOZZLE, AND TIP OF WIRE IS
POSITIONED CORRECTLY ON SEAM.
1.
Hold Gun and Control Gun Trigger
2.
Work-piece
3.
Work Clamp
4.
Electrode Extension (Stick-out) 1/4 To 1/2 in (6 To 13 mm)
5.
Cradle Gun and Rest Hand On Work-piece
as cylinder, slowly crack open then
wrench.
ERING HELMET
S NO MORE THAN 1/2 IN (13
4‐6
is
AND PRESSING