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MTG Plus

Tungsten Grinder

Processes

Description

TIG (GTAW) Welding

Tungsten Grinder

OM-230 915B

2007

03

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File: TIG (GTAW)

Summary of Contents for MTG Plus

Page 1: ...MTG Plus Tungsten Grinder Processes Description TIG GTAW Welding Tungsten Grinder OM 230 915B 2007 03 Visit our website at www MillerWelds com File TIG GTAW ...

Page 2: ...tinue the tradition They re just as committed to providing equipment and service that meets the high standards of quality and value established in 1929 This Owner s Manual is designed to help you get the most out of your Miller products Please take time to read the Safety precautions They will help you protect yourself against potential hazards on the worksite We ve made installation and operation...

Page 3: ...SPECIFICATIONS 4 3 1 Description 4 3 2 Included With Your Unit 4 3 3 Specifications 5 SECTION 4 INSTALLATION 5 4 1 Connecting Input Power 5 4 2 Connecting Grinder To Exhaust Vacuum Hose 6 SECTION 5 OPERATION 7 5 1 Grinder Components 7 5 2 Grinding And Cutting Electrodes 8 5 3 Replacing Grinding Wheels 9 5 4 Installing Optional Double Decker Kit 10 5 5 Installing Grinder Mounting Bracket 11 SECTION...

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Page 5: ...lace damaged parts at once Maintain unit according to manual Keep all panels and covers securely in place Grinding produces dust Breathing this dust can be hazardous to your health GRINDING DUST can be hazardous Do not breathe the dust Use local exhaust forced ventilation to remove dust or wear an approved respirator Grinding dust from thoriated electrodes contains low level radio active material ...

Page 6: ...eb site www cganet com Code for Safety in Welding and Cutting CSA Standard W117 2 from Canadian Standards Association Standards Sales 178 Rexdale Boulevard Rexdale Ontario Canada M9W 1R3 phone 800 463 6727 or in Toronto 416 747 4044 website www csa in ternational org Practice For Occupational And Educational Eye And Face Protection ANSI Standard Z87 1 from American National Standards Institute 11 ...

Page 7: ...oducts 2 2 Symbols And Definitions Some symbols are found only on CE products NOTE Output AlternatingCurrent A Amperes V Volts Single Phase Line Connection Hz Hertz Read Instructions Notes Work like a Pro Pros weld and cut safely Read the safety rules at the beginning of this manual ...

Page 8: ...pplied mounting bracket Grinding the tungsten electrode produces dust and flying sparks which can cause injury and start fires Use local exhaust forced ven tilation at the grinder or wear an approved respirator Read MSDS for safety information Consider using tungsten containing ceria lanthana or yttria instead of thoria Grinding dust from thoriated electrodes contains low level radioactive materia...

Page 9: ...Diameters 83 dBa per EN23741 2 5 m s2 per EN28662 Part 1 Tungsten electrodes alloyed with zirconium lanthanum and cerium Consult country spe cific regulations for electrodes containing Thorium 15 18 22 5 30 0 04 in 1 mm 1 16 in 1 6 mm 3 32 in 2 4 mm 1 8 in 3 2 mm 5 32 in 4 mm SECTION 4 INSTALLATION Operation 4 1 Connecting Input Power 804 717 1 Rating Label 2 Power Cord 3 120 Volt AC Plug 4 AC Rec...

Page 10: ...ow level radioactive material Properly dispose of grinder dust in an environ mentally safe way Wear proper face hand and body protection Keep flammables away 1 Grinder 2 Exhaust Vacuum System The grinding head is designed to accept a 1 1 4 in 32 mm exhaust vacuum hose Connect the grinder to the exhaust vacuum hose as shown The optional protective cover adapter can also be used to con nect the exha...

Page 11: ... 5 1 Grinder Components 804 718 1 On Off Switch 2 Identification Label 3 Grinding Head 4 Tungsten Sharpening Angle 5 Tungsten Sharpening Diameters 6 Tungsten Sharpening Holes 7 Tungsten Surface Grinding Holes 8 Tungsten Cutting Slot 1 2 3 4 5 6 8 7 ...

Page 12: ...pen large electrodes Wait until grinding wheel stops be fore restarting grinder 1 Tungsten Electrode To Sharpen Electrode Determine diameter of electrode and desired sharpening angle Turn on grinder Insert electrode in cor respondinghole in grinder Slowly turn the electrode until tip is sharpened evenly If the electrode is not turned the tip will be flat ground to the selected angle To Surface Gri...

Page 13: ...rew Remove head Do not remove head nut Slide rod through cross hole and motor shaft to prevent rotation of the grinding wheel Remove grinding wheel screw Remove grinding wheel Reverse or replace grinding wheel To ensure correct installation align grinding wheel pilot hole with loca tor pin on shaft Reinstall grinding wheel screw and washer head and head screw Re move rod Tools Needed Torx 1 8 in 3...

Page 14: ...dditional Head Screw M4 x 34 Use Torx screwdriver to remove original head screw Remove original head Do not remove head nut Slide rod through cross hole and motor shaft to prevent rotation of the grinding wheel Remove grinding wheel screw Do not re move standard grinding wheel Screw shaft extension in shaft and tighten with Torx screwdriver Reinstall original grinding head Install rough grinding w...

Page 15: ...1 4 20 x 1 2 Mounting Screw Not Supplied 3 Grinder Mounting Screws w Collar Use bracket as a template to mark hole location on mounting surface Drill hole where marked Loosen grinder mounting screws Align mounting screws with grooves in bracket opening Insert grinder in bracket and rotate until switch is easily accessible Tighten grinder mounting screws Tools Needed 1 3 2 Torx 1 4 in ...

Page 16: ...roubleshooting Trouble Remedy Motor does not run Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check power cable and replace if necessary Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check motor and replace if necessary Grinder head is loose Tighten head screw Grinding wheel does not turn Tighten grinding wheel screw Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check motor and replace if necessary Grinding wheel wobble...

Page 17: ...ctric 120 V 50 60 Hz Includes Flange 1 2 Label Warning 1 232 144 Brush Carbon 2 3 232 145 Wheel Grinding Standard 1 4 232 146 Screw Grinding Wheel M4 x 6 1 5 232 147 Head Grinding 1 6 232 148 Screw Head w Collar M4 x 15 Includes Head Nut 2 To maintain the factory original performance of your equipment use only Manufacturer s Suggested Replacement Parts Model and serial number required when orderin...

Page 18: ...l Table Vice Mounting Plate Includes Two Head Screws 1 232 153 Protective Cover Protects Grinder Head 1 232 154 Double Decker Kit Consists Of 232 147 Head Grinding 1 232 149 Wheel Grinding Rough 1 232 155 Screw Head w Collar M4 x 34 1 232 156 Extension Shaft 1 To maintain the factory original performance of your equipment use only Manufacturer s Suggested Replacement Parts Model and serial number ...

Page 19: ...Induction Heating Coils and Blankets Cables and Non Electronic Controls APT SAF Model Plasma Cutting Torches Remote Controls Accessory Kits Replacement Parts No labor Spoolmate Spoolguns Canvas Covers Miller s True Blue Limited Warranty shall not apply to 1 Consumable components such as contact tips cutting nozzles contactors brushes slip rings relays or parts that fail due to normal wear Exceptio...

Page 20: ...d retain with your personal records Always provide Model Name and Serial Style Number Contact a DISTRIBUTOR or SERVICE AGENCY near you Welding Supplies and Consumables Options and Accessories Personal Safety Equipment Service and Repair Replacement Parts Training Schools Videos Books Technical Manuals Servicing Information and Parts Circuit Diagrams Welding Process Handbooks Contact the Delivering...

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