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MACHINE SET UP GAS MIG WELDING
Set up the wire feed unit as per section
“Set up Wire Feed Unit”.
DCEN - GASLESS
DCEP - GAS
SETTING MACHINE POLARITY
Open wire feed side panel and install Gas wire
into machine ensuring the drive roller is
matched to the wire size and type. Refer to
“Drive Feed Roller Selection’’ on page 16
Note: Wire to roll from under spool into wire
feeder
3
2
Plug the machine 15Amp input power lead into
the wall socket, ensuring that the power
switch on the machine is in the OFF position.
1
Ensure the polarity is correct for gas welding,
DCEP
4
Roller Groove
V Groove - Mild Steel
U Groove - Aluminium
V-knurled - Gasless Wire
Drive roller
size (mm)
Connect earth clamp to the work piece
ensuring that the clamp makes good contact
with bare metal.
5
Switch the machine on using the mains power
switch. Wait a few seconds whilst the machine
powers up
6
Correct wire side on roller to face into
machine when fitting.