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CONTENTS
1. IDENTIFICATION
2. SAFETY
1. Identification
1.1 Marking
2. Safety
2.1 Safety Instruction
2.2 Designated use
2.3 Classification of the warnings
2.4 Emergency information
3. Product description
3.1 Technical data
3.2 Signs and symbols used
4. Putting into operation
4.1 Setting up the torch
4.2 MT G with pluggable gas nozzle and contact tip holder
4.3 MT W liquid-cooled
4.4 Attaching the wire guide
4.4.1 Liner
4.4.2 PA liner
4.5 Attaching the cable assembly on the machine side
4.6 Connecting the coolant
4.7 Setting the shielding gas volume
4.8 Feeding in the wire
4.9 Torch handle control elements
4.9.1 Trigger function
5. Operation
6. Putting out of operation
7. Maintenance and cleaning
7.1 Replacing the torch neck
8. Disposal
9. Warranty
MIG-MAG manual welding torches are used to safely weld low
and high-alloy materials. They consist of the torch neck with
equipment parts and wear parts, the torch handle and the
cable assembly with a central connection. They conform to EN
60 974-7 and are not considered devices that independently
fulfil functions.
Arc welding can only be carried out in connection with a welding
power source.
1.1. Marking
This product fulfills the requirements that apply to the market
to which it has been introduced. A corresponding marking has
been affixed to the product, if required.
2.1. Safety Instructions
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Before using the system for the first time, please read these
operating instructions carefully.
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These operating instructions provide you with all the infor-
mation you need for trouble-free and safe operation. The
product has been developed and manufactured in ac-
cordance with state-of-the-art methods and the recognized
safety standards and guidelines.
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The operating instructions warn you against unavoidable
residual hazards for user, third parties, devices or other
material property. The safety instructions used, which must
be adhered to, point out construction related unavoidable
residual hazards.
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Non-observance of these safety instructions may result in
risks to the life or health of personnel, environmental dama-
ge or material damage. The product may only be operated
in a technically perfect condition in compliance with the
operating instructions.
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The manufacturer will accept no liability for damage caused
by nonobservance of the operating instructions.
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Use suitable means to protect yourself and bystanders from
the hazards listed in chapter on safety.
Basic:
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Before carrying out specific work, for example putting into
operation, operation, transport and maintenance, read the
operating instructions carefully and be sure to follow them.
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Keep the operating instructions within easy reach at the
device for reference.
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Enclose the operating instructions when handing over the
product.
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Please observe the operating instructions of the individual
welding components, such as: Welding power supply and
wire feeding device.
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When handling gas cylinders, consult the instructions from
the gas manufacturers and the pressurized gas regulations.
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Please observe the accident prevention regulations of the
country in question.
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Putting into operation, operating and maintenance work
may only be carried out by qualified personnel. Qualified
personnel are persons who, based on their special training,
knowledge, experience and due to their knowledge of the
relevant standards, are able to assess the tasks assigned to
them and identify possible dangers.
MT G
MT W
Operating instructions - MIG/MAG Torches
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operating instructions as become necessary due to misprints, inaccuracies or product enhancements. Such changes will, however,
be incorporated into subsequent editions of the operating instructions.
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facturers.
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