BAL.0153 • 2018-08-24
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ALPHA FLUX
7 Operation
Check once again whether the wire guide has been fitted correctly.
1
Plug central connector KZ-2
(4)
or LN connection
(8)
into the socket at the wire feeding
device.
• When using the central connector KZ-2
(4)
, tighten the retaining sleeve
(6)
.
• When using the LN connection
(8)
, tighten the clamping screw
(7)
.
2
Connecting the control lead.
6.5 Feeding in the wire
1
Lay the cable assembly connected to the machine side out straight.
2
Insert the wire into the wire feeder as specified by the manufacturer.
3
Press the ‘zero-current wire feed’ trigger on the wire feeder until the wire comes out of the
contact tip.
7 Operation
Check:
1
the welding torch before connecting it to the wire feeder to make sure that the proper wire
guide (liner) in accordance with the wire diameter and wire type has been inserted.
2
the equipment parts in the torch neck to make sure the correct contact tip and the correct
torch neck liner
are being used according to the wire diameter and type of wire.
CAUTION
Risk of injury
Puncture or cut-in wounds may be caused by the wire electrode.
• Keep your hands out of the danger zone.
• Wear the correct protective gloves.
NOTICE
• Each time the wire is replaced, make sure that the start of the wire is free of burrs and not
bent.
NOTICE
• As the welding torch is integrated into a welding system, the operating instructions of the
welding components, such as welding torch and power supply, must be observed during
operation.
• For welding, ensure that all the parameters required for your welding task are set at the
power supply.
