Tokin TokinArc TL Series, Instruction Manual

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Notes regarding safety
Contents
Specifications
Prepareration for Welding
Wire Feeder Adapters
Replacing the Torch Body
Replacing the Inner Tube
Replacing the Tip Body
Replacing the Liner
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Do not use the welding torch in places where flying spatter can cause
flammable materials to ignite.
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Do not use the welding torch near places where flammable gases are present.
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Keep base metals away from flammable materials immediately after welding
as they may have become hot.
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Remove any flammable materials on the other side of ceilings, floors and walls
that are being welded as sparks from welding could cause such materials to
ignite.
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The welding cable should be connected as close as possible to the base metal
being welded, and it should be connected securely.
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Do not weld gas cylinders which still contain gas.
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Do not weld sealed tanks or pipes.
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Keep a fire extinguisher close by the place where welding is being carried out
in case a fire starts.
CAUTION
Wear protective equipment at all times to protect
yourself and others against arc beam, welding flashes,
flying spatter and slag, and noise.
CAUTION
CAUTION
Be sure to observe the following to avoid fires,
explosions and rupturing.
CAUTION
Use protective equipment at all times to protect
yourself and others against any fumes and gases that
may be generated from welding.
Be sure to observe the following to avoid burns
from the nozzle and tip or injury from fine wire
ends.
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Always wear protective goggles or welding masks which have sufficient
shielding properties when doing welding or when observing welding being
done.
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Wear protective glasses to protect the eyes from spatter and slag.
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Hang a curtain around the area where welding is being carried out to prevent
welding flashes from affecting passers-by.
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Wear protective clothing such as leather gloves, longsleeves, leg
covers and a leather apron for protection while welding.
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Wear noise proof ear protectors if the noise level is too high.
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Inspections and maintenance should be carried out at periodic intervals, and
the equipment must not be used until any damaged parts found have been
repaired or replaced.
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Do not use cables that are damaged or that have exposed conductors, or that
are rated lower than the specified level.
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Make sure that the cable is connected securely and that it is insulated.
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Welding cable should be connected as close as possible to the base metal
being welded and it should be connected securely.
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Do not wear gloves which are torn or wet.
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Use a safety strap if welding in raised places.
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Turn OFF all power switches and the input power supply when not using.
*Welding flashes contain harmful ultraviolet and infrared lights which can cause
inflammation or burn to eyes.
*Flying spatter and slag can hurt the eyes and cause serious burns.
*The noise generated by welding can cause problems with hearing.
*Fumes and gases are generated when welding is carried out. Inhaling fumes
and gases can be dangerous to your health.
*Welding in confined spaces can reduce the oxygen content in the air, which
can result in suffocation.
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To provent gas poisoning and suffocation, always use a proper ventilation
equipment to vent gases locally or entirely as stipulated by labor safety
regulations and air contamination prevention regulations, or use an adequate
breathing apparatus.
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When welding in a confined space, make sure that the air is circulating freely,
wear some kind of breathing apparatus, and work only under the supervision
of a properly trained supervisor.
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Toxic gases may be generated if welding is carried out near where degreasing,
cleaning or demisting operations are also being carried out. Avoid welding near
places where such operations are being carried out.
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Welding metal which has been plated with zinc will cause toxic fumes. Remove
the plating before welding, or wear adequate absorption equipment for
protection.
*The nozzle or contact tip becomes very hot after use, and it can cause serious
burns if touched.
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Do not touch the nozzle or tip immediately after welding has been completed.
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Do not bring the tip of the welding torch close to your face during wire inching.
*Fires can be caused by spatter and base metals which are hot after welding.
*Fire can occur as a result of heat generated by the flow of current if the cable
has not been correctly connected or there is an incomplete contact in the
current path at the base metal being used.
*Explosions can occur if an arc is generated near containers that contain
flammable substances such as gasoline.
*Ruptures can occur if welding sealed objects such as tanks and pipes.
In the above definitions, ''severe injury'' refers to cases of blindness, physical
wounds, burns (high- and medium-temperature), electric shocks, fractures or
poisoning which may leave scars or lasting ill-effects and for which medical
treatment or prolonged hospitalization may be necessary. ''Injury refers to cases
of physical wounds, burns and electric shocks for which prolonged medical
treatment and hospitalization are not necessary, and ''physical damage'' refers
to extensive damage that may result in damaged property or broken equipment.
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Never Torch charged parts such as welding wire, or contact tip while welding
torch is turned ON and operating.
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Grounding of welding power supply case and base metal and tools which are
connected electrically to the base metal, must be carried out by a qualified
electrician in accordance with the proper electrical engineering regulations.
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Turn OFF all input power supplies by turning OFF the switches in the
distribution box before carrying out any inspections or maintenance.
Be sure to read these instructions before using the welding
torch.
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In order to ensure safe operation, this equipment should only be set up,
inspected and maintained by a qualified person, or by someone who has a
through understanding of the welding equipment and who has received
sufficient training in its use.
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In order to ensure safe operation, this equipment should only be operated by
people who have read these instructions throughly and understood their
contents and who have the knowledge and ability to handle the equipment
safely.
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It is recommended that instruction in all aspects of safe operation should be
obtained from institutions snd associations which provide courses in proper
welding techniques taught by qualified welding instructors.
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After reread these instructions, keep them in a safe and easily-accessible
place so that they can be reread at a later date as required.
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Please contact TOKIN CORPORATION or its dealer if there are any unclear
points in this manual. If there are any questions regarding service, contact the
dealer of your purchase or TOKIN CORPORATION. The contact address and
the telephone number are printed on the rear cover of this instructions.
1.Precautions for safety
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Different degrees of personal injury or equipment damage can occur if this
welding torch is used incorrectly. The terms and symbols which appear in the
''NOTES REGARDING SAFETY'' section of these instructions are classified
into three ranks according to the possible degree of danger or injury that each
one warns against.
Symbol Term Definition
DANGER
The instructions which follow this term represent
situations where failure to follow the instructions will
almost certainly result in severe injury or death.
The instructions which follow this term represent
situations where failure to follow the instructions can
possibly result in severe injury or death.
The instructions which follow this term represent
situations where failure to follow the instructions may
result in injury to the operator or physical damage.
WARNING
CAUTION
2.Items that must always be observed for safety
WARNING
These items should be observed at all times in order
to prevent the possibility of serious personal injury.
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Welding torches have been designed and manufactured with full consideration
given to safety; however, the warning and cautions given in this ''Notes Regarding
Safety'' section must always be strictly observed during use. If they are not
observed, severe injury or death through misoperation may result.
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Do not unauthorized personal come into the area where welding equipment is
being used.
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When welding equipment is turned ON, it generates a magnetic field. This
magnetic field may adversely affect the operation of some sensors and gauges.
For the same reason, people who are using a heartbeat pace maker must not go
close to operating welding equipment or go into workshops where welding
equipment is being used unless prior medical approval has been obtained.
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In order to ensure safe operation, welding torch, wire feeder and the welding
power supply equipment should only be set up, inspected, maintained and
repaired by a qualified person, or by someone who has a through understanding of
welding equipment and who has received sufficient training in its use.
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In order to ensure safe operation, welding torch should only be operated by people
who have read these instructions and the instructions for the wire feeder and
power supply equipment through and understood their contents and who have the
knowledge and ability to handle the equipment safely.
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Do not use welding torch for any applications other than for arc welding as
explained in these instructions and in the instructions for the wire feeder and power
supply equipment.
*Touching the charged parts can cause fatal electric shocks or burns. Welding
wire, contact tip and tip body are charged whenever the welding torch is
turned ON and operating.
WARNING
These items should be observed at all times in order
to prevent the possibility of electric shocks.
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Parts List
Torch Adapter
Adapter
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