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5.4.4 Shielding gas connection (MIG)
1. Using the gas hose supplied connect the hose
to the gas inlet connection on the rear of the
machine and tighten it with a spanner.
2. Connect the opposite end of the gas hose to the
output connection of a gas regulator capable of
supplying the correct gas flow for the welding
operation.
Note The gas cylinder should be secured to ensure it
cannot fall.
5.5 MMA Torch setup
MMA electrodes are generally connected
to the ‘+’ terminal and the work lead to the ‘-‘terminal
But if in doubt consult the electrode manufacturer’s
literature.
Connect electrode lead to positive terminal
Connect work lead to negative terminal
5.6 TIG Torch installation
Note a special connector is require with a
combined gas and power Dinse connector this type of
torch is available from Parweld
IF TIG welding the torch should always be connected
to the ‘-’ terminal. .
The work return lead should be connected to the
Positive dinse connection
The trigger should be connected to the 3 pin trigger
socket.
5.6.1 Shielding Gas (TIG)
1. Using the gas hose supplied connect the hose
to the gas inlet connection on the rear of the
machine and tighten it with a spanner.
2. Connect the opposite end of the gas hose to the
output connection of a gas regulator capable of
supplying the correct gas flow for the welding
operation.
Note The gas cylinder should be secured to ensure it
cannot fall.
For TIG welding it is essential to use pure Argon or a
shielding Gas specifically for use with TIG welding.
6.0 Operation
WARNING
When using an open arc process, it is necessary to
use correct eye, head, and body protection.
6.1 MIG Welding
Controls used
2T/4T sets the trigger to momentary or latching for
longer welding runs.
Voltage adjustment knob, allows the adjustment of
welding voltage
Current adjustment knob which controls the wire
Note:- there is a friction brake on the reel hub
assembly to prevent the wire spool over running
when welding stops ensure the this is slackened to
the minimum setting. It can be adjusted by means of
the nut visible when the plastic nut is removed.
9. Turn the Spool until the free end of the electrode
is accessible. While securely holding the
electrode, cut off the bent end and straighten
the first 100mm. (If the electrode is not properly
straightened, it may not feed properly through the
wire drive system Manually feed the wire from
the wire reel and through the wire guide and then
over the top of the wire feed roller (ensure the
pressure arm is in its raised position.)
10. Continue to feed the wire through the outlet
guide until 20mm of wire is protruding from the
front of the machine torch connector.
11. Reposition the adjustable pressure arm to
its original position to apply pressure. Adjust
pressure as necessary.
Note the pressure arm should be adjusted in order to
give the minimum amount of pressure on the wire to
allow reliable feeding,
5.4.3 Torch installation
Your Parweld MIG/MAG Welding Torch has been
supplied ready to weld. It has been supplied with
the standard consumables denoted in the product
brochure.
To connect the torch to the power source:-
1. Remove the tip adaptor and contact tip
2. Inch the wire from the exit of the wire guide on
the feed unit as Figure 1. Ensure that it does not
short out on any machine panels.
3. Carefully slide the electrode wire into the torch
liner and slowly locate the torch gun plug body
into the feed unit central connector and tighten
the gun plug nut as Figure 2
Note; To aid the initial location of a new torch and to
prevent damage to the gas nipple O-ring a very light
application of grease to the O Ring is beneficial.
4. Keeping the torch as straight as possible, use the
torch trigger to feed the electrode wire 50mm
from the end of the liner conduit.
5. Once the electrode wire has stopped, refit the tip
adaptor, diffuser, contact tip and gas nozzle.
6. Trim the electrode wire to within 5mm of the
face of the nozzle, this will facilitate jolt free arc
initiation.
7. Press the gas purge button and check the gas flow
is adequate for your application.
8. An inexpensive flow meter is available from
Parweld reference 806001.
5.4.4 Work return lead connection (MIG)
Insert the work return lead connector into the
Negative dinse receptacle on the front panel of the
machine and twist it clockwise until tightly secured.
Connect the earth clamp to the work piece as close as
possible to the point to be welded and ensure that a
good electrical connection is created to bare metal.
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