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The machine must always have the electrodes aligned. Improper
alignment of the electrodes can lead to poor welds that will not pass
OEM requirements. To adjust the electrode on the machine, use the
set screws to set alignment (Figure 1). Use an Allen Wrench to make
slight adjustments to the set screws. Ex: to move electrode down,
loosen screw (C) and tighten screws (A and B).
Use an extension arm to test the alignment. Once
the electrode in the gun is evenly aligned with the
extension arm electrode, tighten down the arm and
recalibrate the weld gun.
CORRECT
WRONG
IMPORTANT!
Proper electrode alignment is critical to weld integ-
rity.
IMPORTANT!
Toujours maintenir l’alignement des électrodes ap-
pro-priées. Ne pas le faire peut conduire aux soudures faibles de
qualité inférieure!
!
A
B
C
Figure 1.
Once you have the electrode alignment correct, it should look like the image below on the left. If it is not a
straight alignment, like the image below on the right, it will lead to poor and weak welds.
8.0 Electrode Alignment, Removal & Maintenance
8.0 Electrode Alignment, Removal & Maintenance