Design and function
MIG/MAG welding
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5.8.2
Removing the wire feed unit cover
CAUTION
For the following processes the cover must be removed; to protect the machine it is
essential that the cover is fitted back into position afterwards.
• Unlock the right-hand cover on the machine.
• Tilt the cover forwards, then remove upwards.
5.8.3
Inserting the wire spool
NOTE
Standard D300 wire spool holder can be used. Adapters (see accessories) are required
when using standardised basket coils (DIN 8559).
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1
Figure 5-6
Item Symbol Description
0
1
Carrier pin
For fixing the wire spool
2
Knurled nut
For fixing the wire spool
• Loosen knurled nut from spool holder.
• Fix welding wire reel onto the spool holder so that the carrier pin locks into the spool bore.
• Fasten wire spool using knurled nut.
CAUTION
Risk of injury due to incorrectly secured wire spool.
If the wire spool is not secured properly, it may come loose from the wire spool holder
and fall to the ground, causing damage to the machine and injuries.
• Securely fasten the wire spool to the wire spool holder using the knurled nut.
• Before you start working, always check the wire spool is securely fastened.
