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Processes
Flux Cored (FCAW) Welding
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions.
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D Remove stick electrode from holder or cut off welding wire at
FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous. contact tip when not in use.
D Wear oil-free protective garments such as leather gloves, heavy
Welding produces fumes and gases. Breathing shirt, cuffless trousers, high shoes, and a cap.
these fumes and gases can be hazardous to your
health. D Remove any combustibles, such as a butane lighter or matches,
from your person before doing any welding.
D Keep your head out of the fumes. Do not breathe the fumes.
D After completion of work, inspect area to ensure it is free of sparks,
D If inside, ventilate the area and/or use local forced ventilation at the glowing embers, and flames.
arc to remove welding fumes and gases.
D Use only correct fuses or circuit breakers. Do not oversize or by-
D If ventilation is poor, wear an approved air-supplied respirator. pass them.
D Read and understand the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) D Follow requirements in OSHA 1910.252 (a) (2) (iv) and NFPA 51B
and the manufacturer’s instructions for metals, consumables, for hot work and have a fire watcher and extinguisher nearby.
coatings, cleaners, and degreasers.
D Work in a confined space only if it is well ventilated, or while FLYING METAL or DIRT can injure eyes.
wearing an air-supplied respirator. Always have a trained watch-
person nearby. Welding fumes and gases can displace air and D Welding, chipping, wire brushing, and grinding
lower the oxygen level causing injury or death. Be sure the breath- cause sparks and flying metal. As welds cool,
ing air is safe. they can throw off slag.
D Do not weld in locations near degreasing, cleaning, or spraying op- D Wear approved safety glasses with side
erations. The heat and rays of the arc can react with vapors to form shields even under your welding helmet.
highly toxic and irritating gases.
D Do not weld on coated metals, such as galvanized, lead, or
cadmium plated steel, unless the coating is removed from the weld BUILDUP OF GAS can injure or kill.
area, the area is well ventilated, and while wearing an air-supplied
respirator. The coatings and any metals containing these elements D Shut off shielding gas supply when not in use.
can give off toxic fumes if welded. D Always ventilate confined spaces or use
approved air-supplied respirator.
ARC RAYS can burn eyes and skin.
WELDING can cause fire or explosion. D Wear approved ear protection if noise level is
high.
Welding on closed containers, such as tanks,
drums, or pipes, can cause them to blow up. Sparks
can fly off from the welding arc. The flying sparks, hot CYLINDERS can explode if damaged.
workpiece, and hot equipment can cause fires and
burns. Accidental contact of electrode to metal objects can cause Shielding gas cylinders contain gas under high
sparks, explosion, overheating, or fire. Check and be sure the area is pressure. If damaged, a cylinder can explode. Since
safe before doing any welding. gas cylinders are normally part of the welding
process, be sure to treat them carefully.
D Remove all flammables within 35 ft (10.7 m) of the welding arc. If
this is not possible, tightly cover them with approved covers. D Protect compressed gas cylinders from excessive heat, mechani-
D Do not weld where flying sparks can strike flammable material. cal shocks, physical damage, slag, open flames, sparks, and arcs.
D Install cylinders in an upright position by securing to a stationary
D Protect yourself and others from flying sparks and hot metal.
support or cylinder rack to prevent falling or tipping.
D Be alert that welding sparks and hot materials from welding can D Keep cylinders away from any welding or other electrical circuits.
easily go through small cracks and openings to adjacent areas.
D Never drape a welding torch over a gas cylinder.
D Watch for fire, and keep a fire extinguisher nearby. D Never allow a welding electrode to touch any cylinder.
D Be aware that welding on a ceiling, floor, bulkhead, or partition can D Never weld on a pressurized cylinder − explosion will result.
cause fire on the hidden side. D Use only correct shielding gas cylinders, regulators, hoses, and fit-
D Do not weld on closed containers such as tanks, drums, or pipes, tings designed for the specific application; maintain them and
unless they are properly prepared according to AWS F4.1 (see associated parts in good condition.
Safety Standards). D Turn face away from valve outlet when opening cylinder valve.
D Do not weld where the atmosphere may contain flammable dust, D Keep protective cap in place over valve except when cylinder is in
gas, or liquid vapors (such as gasoline). use or connected for use.
D Connect work cable to the work as close to the welding area as D Use the right equipment, correct procedures, and sufficient num-
practical to prevent welding current from traveling long, possibly ber of persons to lift and move cylinders.
unknown paths and causing electric shock, sparks, and fire D Read and follow instructions on compressed gas cylinders,
hazards. associated equipment, and Compressed Gas Association (CGA)
D Do not use welder to thaw frozen pipes. publication P-1 listed in Safety Standards.
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1-3. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance
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1-4. California Proposition 65 Warnings
For Gasoline Engines:
Welding or cutting equipment produces fumes or gases
which contain chemicals known to the State of California to Engine exhaust contains chemicals known to the State of
cause birth defects and, in some cases, cancer. (California California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproduc-
Health & Safety Code Section 25249.5 et seq.) tive harm.
Battery posts, terminals and related accessories contain lead For Diesel Engines:
and lead compounds, chemicals known to the State of
California to cause cancer and birth defects or other Diesel engine exhaust and some of its constituents are
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth
defects, and other reproductive harm.
This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to
the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other
reproductive harm. Wash hands after use.
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SECTION 2 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT UTILISATION
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Se protéger et protéger les autres contre le risque de blessure — lire et respecter ces consignes.
DANGER! − Indique une situation dangereuse qui si on . Indique des instructions spécifiques.
l’évite pas peut donner la mort ou des blessures graves.
Les dangers possibles sont montrés par les symboles
joints ou sont expliqués dans le texte.
Indique une situation dangereuse qui si on l’évite pas
peut donner la mort ou des blessures graves. Les dan-
gers possibles sont montrés par les symboles joints ou Ce groupe de symboles veut dire Avertissement! Attention! DANGER
sont expliqués dans le texte. DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE, PIECES EN MOUVEMENT, et PIECES
CHAUDES. Consulter les symboles et les instructions ci-dessous y
NOTE − Indique des déclarations pas en relation avec des blessures afférant pour les actions nécessaires afin d’éviter le danger.
personnelles.
LES RAYONS DE L’ARC peuvent D Utiliser exclusivement des fusibles ou coupe−circuits appropriés.
Ne pas augmenter leur puissance; ne pas les ponter.
provoquer des brûlures dans les
yeux et sur la peau. D Une fois le travail achevé, assurez−vous qu’il ne reste aucune
trace d’étincelles incandescentes ni de flammes.
Le rayonnement de l’arc du procédé de soudage
D Utiliser exclusivement des fusibles ou coupe−circuits appropriés.
génère des rayons visibles et invisibles intense
Ne pas augmenter leur puissance; ne pas les ponter.
(ultraviolets et infrarouges) susceptibles de provoquer des brûlure
dans les yeux et sur la peau. Des étincelles sont projetées pendant le D Suivre les recommandations dans OSHA 1910.252(a)(2)(iv) et
soudage. NFPA 51B pour les travaux à chaud et avoir de la surveillance et un
extincteur à proximité.
D Porter un casque de soudage approuvé muni de verres filtrants
approprié pour protéger visage et yeux pour protéger votre visage
et vos yeux pendant le soudage ou pour regarder (voir ANSI Z49.1
et Z87.1 énuméré dans les normes de sécurité). DES PIECES DE METAL ou DES
D Porter des lunettes de sécurité avec écrans latéraux même sous
SALETES peuvent provoquer des
votre casque. blessures dans les yeux.
D Avoir recours à des écrans protecteurs ou à des rideaux pour
D Le soudage, l’écaillement, le passage de la pièce à la brosse en
protéger les autres contre les rayonnements les éblouissements
fil de fer, et le meulage génèrent des étincelles et des particules
et les étincelles ; prévenir toute personne sur les lieux de ne pas métalliques volantes. Pendant la période de refroidissement des
regarder l’arc.
soudures, elles risquent de projeter du laitier.
D Porter des vêtements confectionnés avec des matières résistan- D Porter des lunettes de sécurité avec écrans latéraux ou un écran
tes et ignifuges (cuir, coton lourd ou laine) et des bottes de facial.
protection.
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LES ACCUMULATIONS DE GAZ LES BOUTEILLES peuvent exploser
risquent de provoquer des blessures si elles sont endommagées.
ou même la mort.
Des bouteilles de gaz protecteur contiennent du gaz
D Fermer l’alimentation du gaz protecteur en cas sous haute pression. Si une bouteille est endom-
de non-utilisation. magée, elle peut exploser. Du fait que les bouteilles
de gaz font normalement partie du procédé de
D Veiller toujours à bien aérer les espaces confi- soudage, les manipuler avec précaution.
nés ou se servir d’un respirateur d’adduction
d’air homologué. D Protéger les bouteilles de gaz comprimé d’une chaleur excessive,
des chocs mécaniques, des dommages physiques, du laitier, des
flammes ouvertes, des étincelles et des arcs.
D Placer les bouteilles debout en les fixant dans un support station-
naire ou dans un porte-bouteilles pour les empêcher de tomber ou
Les CHAMPS ÉLECTROMAGNÉTIQUES (CEM) de se renverser.
peuvent affecter les implants médicaux.
D Tenir les bouteilles éloignées des circuits de soudage ou autres
circuits électriques.
D Les porteurs de stimulateurs cardiaques
et autres implants médicaux doivent rester D Ne jamais placer une torche de soudage sur une bouteille à gaz.
à distance. D Une électrode de soudage ne doit jamais entrer en contact avec
D Les porteurs d’implants médicaux doivent consulter une bouteille.
leur médecin et le fabricant du dispositif avant de s’approcher D Ne jamais souder une bouteille pressurisée − risque d’explosion.
de la zone où se déroule du soudage à l’arc, du soudage
D Utiliser seulement des bouteilles de gaz protecteur, régulateurs,
par points, du gougeage, de la découpe plasma
tuyaux et raccords convenables pour cette application spécifique ;
ou une opération de chauffage par induction.
les maintenir ainsi que les éléments associés en bon état.
D Détourner votre visage du détendeur-régulateur lorsque vous
ouvrez la soupape de la bouteille.
D Le couvercle du détendeur doit toujours être en place, sauf lorsque
LE BRUIT peut endommager l’ouïe. la bouteille est utilisée ou qu’elle est reliée pour usage ultérieur.
D Utiliser les équipements corrects, les bonnes procédures et suffi-
Le bruit des processus et des équipements peut samment de personnes pour soulever et déplacer les bouteilles.
affecter l’ouïe.
D Lire et suivre les instructions sur les bouteilles de gaz comprimé,
D Porter des protections approuvées pour les l’équipement connexe et le dépliant P-1 de la CGA (Compressed
oreilles si le niveau sonore est trop élevé. Gas Association) mentionné dans les principales normes de sécu-
rité.
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Les PIÈCES MOBILES peuvent LE RAYONNEMENT HAUTE
causer des blessures. FRÉQUENCE (H.F.) risque de
D Ne pas s’approcher des organes mobiles. provoquer des interférences.
D Ne pas s’approcher des points de coincement D Le rayonnement haute fréquence (H.F.) peut
tels que des rouleaux de commande. provoquer des interférences avec les équi-
pements de radio−navigation et de com-
munication, les services de sécurité et les ordi-
LES FILS DE SOUDAGE peuvent nateurs.
provoquer des blessures. D Demander seulement à des personnes qualifiées familiarisées
D Ne pas appuyer sur la gâchette avant d’en avec des équipements électroniques de faire fonctionner l’installa-
avoir reçu l’instruction. tion.
D Ne pas diriger le pistolet vers soi, d’autres D L’utilisateur est tenu de faire corriger rapidement par un électricien
personnes ou toute pièce mécanique en qualifié les interférences résultant de l’installation.
engageant le fil de soudage. D Si le FCC signale des interférences, arrêter immédiatement l’ap-
pareil.
D Effectuer régulièrement le contrôle et l’entretien de l’installation.
Les PIÈCES MOBILES peuvent D Maintenir soigneusement fermés les portes et les panneaux des
causer des blessures. sources de haute fréquence, maintenir les éclateurs à une distan-
D S’abstenir de toucher des organes mobiles tels ce correcte et utiliser une terre et un blindage pour réduire les
interférences éventuelles.
que des ventilateurs.
D Maintenir fermés et verrouillés les portes,
panneaux, recouvrements et dispositifs de LE SOUDAGE À L’ARC risque de
protection. provoquer des interférences.
D Lorsque cela est nécessaire pour des travaux d’entretien et de D L’énergie électromagnétique risque de
dépannage, faire retirer les portes, panneaux, recouvrements provoquer des interférences pour l’équipement
ou dispositifs de protection uniquement par du personnel qua- électronique sensible tel que les ordinateurs et
lifié. l’équipement commandé par ordinateur tel que
D Remettre les portes, panneaux, recouvrements ou dispositifs de les robots.
protection quand l’entretien est terminé et avant de rebrancher
D Veiller à ce que tout l’équipement de la zone de soudage soit
l’alimentation électrique.
compatible électromagnétiquement.
D Pour réduire la possibilité d’interférence, maintenir les câbles de
LIRE LES INSTRUCTIONS. soudage aussi courts que possible, les grouper, et les poser
aussi bas que possible (ex. par terre).
D Lire et appliquer les instructions sur les
D Veiller à souder à une distance de 100 mètres de tout équipe-
étiquettes et le Mode d’emploi avant l’instal-
ment électronique sensible.
lation, l’utilisation ou l’entretien de l’appareil.
Lire les informations de sécurité au début du D Veiller à ce que ce poste de soudage soit posé et mis à la terre
manuel et dans chaque section. conformément à ce mode d’emploi.
D N’utiliser que les pièces de rechange recommandées par le D En cas d’interférences après avoir pris les mesures précéden-
constructeur. tes, il incombe à l’utilisateur de prendre des mesures supplé-
mentaires telles que le déplacement du poste, l’utilisation de câ-
D Effectuer l’entretien en respectant les manuels d’utilisation, les bles blindés, l’utilisation de filtres de ligne ou la pose de protec-
normes industrielles et les codes nationaux, d’état et locaux. teurs dans la zone de travail.
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2-5. Principales normes de sécurité
Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, ANSI Standard Z49.1, 25 West 43rd Street, New York, NY 10036 (téléphone : 212-642-4900,
de Global Engineering Documents (téléphone : 1-877-413-5184, site site Internet : www.ansi.org).
Internet : www.global.ihs.com).
Standard for Fire Prevention During Welding, Cutting, and Other Hot
Safe Practices for the Preparation of Containers and Piping for Welding Work, NFPA Standard 51B, de National Fire Protection Association,
and Cutting, American Welding Society Standard AWS F4.1, de Global P.O. Box 9101, Quincy, MA 02269-9101 (téléphone : 617-770-3000,
Engineering Documents (téléphone : 1-877-413-5184, site internet : site Internet : www.nfpa.org).
www.global.ihs.com).
OSHA, Occupational Safety and Health Standards for General
National Electrical Code, NFPA Standard 70, de National Fire Protec- Industry, Title 29, Code of Federal Regulations (CFR), Part 1910,
tion Association, Quincy, MA 02269 (téléphone : 800-344-3555, site Subpart Q, and Part 1926, Subpart J, de U.S. Government Printing
Internet : www.nfpa.org et www.sparky.org). Office, Superintendent of Documents, P.O. Box 371954, Pittsburgh, PA
Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Cylinders, CGA Pamphlet P-1, 15250-7954 (téléphone : 1-866-512-1800) (il y a 10 bureaux
de Compressed Gas Association, 4221 Walney Road, 5th Floor, Chan- régionaux−le téléphone de la région 5, Chicago, est 312-353-2220, site
tilly, VA 20151 (téléphone : 703-788-2700, site Internet : Internet : www.osha.gov).
www.cganet.com). U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC), 4330 East West
Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, CSA Standard Highway, Bethesda, MD 20814 (téléphone : 301-504-7923, site inter-
W117.2, de Canadian Standards Association, Standards Sales, 5060 net : www.cpsc.gov).
Spectrum Way, Suite 100, Ontario, Canada L4W 5NS (téléphone : Applications Manual for the Revised NIOSH Lifting Equation, The
800-463-6727, site internet : www.csa-international.org). National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH), 1600
Safe Practice For Occupational And Educational Eye And Face Protec- Clifton Rd, Atlanta, GA 30333 (télé[hone : 1-800-232-4636, site internet:
tion, ANSI Standard Z87.1, de American National Standards Institute, www.cdc.gov/NIOSH).
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SECTION 3 − DEFINITIONS
3-1. Symbols And Definitions
A Amperage V Voltage
Hz Hertz Negative
Direct Current
Positive Single Phase Input
(DC)
SECTION 4 − SPECIFICATIONS
4-1. Specifications
Amperes Input at
Maximum Open-
Rated Welding Amperage Rated Load Output Weight Overall
Circuit Voltage KVA KW
Output Range 115 V, 60 Hz, Single- W/ Gun Dimensions
DC
Phase
Length: 16-7/8 in.
85 A @ 17.5 Volts (429 mm)
DC, 20% Duty Cycle 20 2.90 2.50 50 lb
Width: 9-7/8 in.
30 − 125 26 (22.7 kg)
60 A @ 20 Volts DC, (251 mm)
15* 2.20* 1.77*
20% Duty Cycle* Height: 12-1/8 in.
(308 mm)
Flux Cored Solid/
Wire Feed Speed Range
Wire Type Stainless**
And Dia .030 − .035 in. .024 − .030 in. 0 − 500 IPM (0 − 13 m/min) At No Load
(0.8 − 0.9 mm) (0.6 − 0.8 mm) 0 − 415 IPM (0 − 11 m/min) Feeding Wire
* CSA Rating
** When shielding gas is required, MIG conversion kit 195 158 must be installed.
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4-2. Duty Cycle And Overheating
Duty Cycle is percentage of 10 min-
utes that unit can weld at rated load
without overheating.
If unit overheats, thermostat(s)
opens, output stops, and cooling
200 fan runs. Wait fifteen minutes for
Output Amperes
unit to cool. Reduce amperage or
135 duty cycle before welding.
100 NOTICE − Exceeding duty cycle
80 can damage unit or gun and void
warranty.
60
40
20
10
1 2 4 6 8 10 20 40 60 80 100
Duty Cycle %
Overheating
0
A or V
15
OR
Reduce Duty Cycle
Minutes
duty1 4/95 − 210 517-B
22
20
Voltage
18
16
14
12
Range 1
10 Range 2
Range 3
8 Range 4
0 10 20 30 40 50 60 70 80 90 100 110 120 130
Amperage
ssb1.1 10/91 − 210 518-B
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SECTION 5 − INSTALLATION
5-1. Installing Work Clamp
. Connection hardware must be tightened with proper tools. Do not just 1 Nut
hand tighten hardware. A loose electrical connection will cause poor 2 Work Cable From Unit
weld performance and excessive heating of the work clamp. 3 Work Clamp
4 Screw
5 Work Clamp Tabs
Bend tabs around work cable.
3 6 Insulator Grip
1 Slide one insulating grip over work
cable before connecting to clamp.
6
Slide insulating grips over handles.
2
5 4
Tools Needed:
7/16 in.
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5-2. Process/Polarity Table
Cable Connections
Process Polarity
Cable To Gun Cable To Work Clamp
FCAW − Self-shielding wire − DCEN − Straight Polarity Connect to negative (−) Connect to positive (+) output
no shielding gas output terminal terminal
GMAW* − Solid wire with DCEP − Reverse polarity Connect to positive (+) out- Connect to negative (−) output
shielding gas put terminal terminal
* Unit must have MIG conversion kit 195 158 installed.
1 2
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5-4. Installing Gas Supply
. This Section only applies to MIG units or units equipped with MIG kit.
1
Tools Needed:
4
11/16, 1-1/8 in.
6
3
7
5
Shielding
Gas
Obtain gas cylinder and chain to running Install regulator/flowmeter to cylinder 7 Flow Adjust
gear, wall, or other stationary support so valve. Be sure that gauge face is vertical for
cylinder cannot fall and break off valve. viewing and adjusting.
Turn flow adjust screw to increase or
1 Cap 5 Regulator/Flowmeter Gas Hose decrease gas flow. Flow rate should be set
2 Cylinder Valve Connection when gas is flowing through welding power
source and welding gun. Turn Range
Remove cap, stand to side of valve, and 6 Welding Power Source Gas Hose
open valve slightly. Gas flow blows dust switch to Purge or Fan Only position. Press
Connection gun trigger to start gas flow. Typical flow
and dirt from valve. Close valve.
Connect gas hose between rate is 20 cfh (cubic feet per hour). Check
3 Cylinder wire manufacturer’s recommended flow
regulator/flowmeter gas hose connection,
4 Regulator/Flowmeter and fitting on rear of welding power source. rate.
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5-5. Installing Wire Spool And Adjusting Hub Tension
1/2 in.
Ref. 802 971-C / 803 012 / 803 013 -B
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5-6. Serial Number And Rating Label Location
The serial number and rating information for this product is located on back. Use rating label to determine input power requirements and/or rated output.
For future reference, write serial number in space provided on back cover of this manual.
5-7. Selecting A Location And Connecting Input Power For 115 VAC Model
1 Grounded Receptacle
A 115 volt, 20 ampere individual
branch circuit protected by time-de-
lay fuses or circuit breaker is re-
quired.
2 Plug From Unit
Select extension cord of 12 AWG
for up to 50 ft (15 m) or 10 AWG for
50 up to 100 ft (30 m).
! Special installation may be
required where gasoline or
volatile liquids are present −
see NEC Article 511 or CEC
Section 20.
18 in.
(460 mm)
803 443-C
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5-8. Installing Contact Tip And Nozzle
! Turn off welding power source.
1 Nozzle
Remove nozzle.
2 Contact Tip
3 Tip Adapter
Thread welding wire through gun (see
Section 5-9).
3 Slide contact tip over wire and tighten
2
tip into tip adapter.
Install nozzle.
1
Push nozzle over contact tip and Push nozzle over contact tip and
adapter until it is seated onto adapter until it is seated onto
adapter. Contact tip will be adapter. End of contact tip will be
exposed approximately 7/16 in. flush with end of nozzle when
(11.3 mm) when installed properly. installed properly.
Tools Needed:
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5-9. Threading Welding Wire
1 Wire Spool
2 Welding Wire
3 Inlet Wire Guide
4 Pressure Adjustment Knob
5 Drive Roll
6 Gun Cable
Lay gun cable out straight.
4
Tools Needed:
6
1 2 3 5
6 in.
(150 mm) 4 in.
(102 mm)
Open pressure assembly. Pull and hold wire; cut off end. Push wire thru guides into gun liner;
continue to hold wire.
INPUT
POWER
Be sure that wire is positioned Remove gun nozzle and contact tip. Turn power on.
in proper feed roll groove. . Tip adapter may also require removal
Close and tighten pressure
to allow wire to feed out end of gun.
assembly, and let go of wire.
Tighten
WOOD
Press gun trigger until wire comes Be sure that contact tip matches wire diameter. Feed wire to check drive roll pressure.
out of gun. Reinstall tip adapter, if applicable, contact tip Tighten knob enough to prevent slipping.
and nozzle. Cut off wire. Close door.
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SECTION 6 − OPERATION
6-1. Controls
1 Voltage Switch
Use control to select the weld
voltage range. As the thickness of
material increases, a higher voltage
range must be selected (see weld
setting label in welding power
source or Section 6-3 as
applicable). Do not switch under
2 load.
1 3
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6-3. Weld Parameter Chart
210 428-D
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SECTION 7 − MAINTENANCE &TROUBLESHOOTING
7-1. Routine Maintenance
! Disconnect power
before maintaining.
3 Months
6 Months
OR
~ Inside Unit
803 379-A
.030/.035
.024 Groove
VK
Groove
Stamped .030/.035
Stamped .024
Tools Needed:
8
9
5/16 in.
Ref. 802 444-B / 803 442-A
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7-5. Replacing Gun Contact Tip
! Turn Off power before replacing
contact tip.
1 Nozzle
Remove nozzle.
2 Contact Tip
3 Tip Adapter
Cut off welding wire at contact tip.
Remove contact tip from tip adapter,
and install new contact tip. Reinstall
nozzle.
3
2
Tools Needed:
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7-6. Cleaning Gun Liner
! Turn Off welding power source.
1 Nozzle
2 Contact Tip
3 Adapter
Head
1 Tube
2
3
8 mm
Remove nozzle. Cut off wire
at contact tip, and remove
Open pressure assembly. Retract
wire from liner onto spool.
. Hold wire tightly to keep it
from unraveling. Secure
contact tip and tip adapter.
end of wire at spool.
Tools Needed:
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7-7. Replacing Gun Liner
! Turn Off welding power source.
Tools Needed:
Head 8 mm / 10 mm
1 Tube
2
3
8 mm
Remove nozzle. Cut off wire
at contact tip, and remove
Open pressure assembly. Retract
wire from liner onto spool.
. Hold wire tightly to keep it
from unraveling. Secure
contact tip and tip adapter.
end of wire at spool.
Remove screws (3) from Loosen liner setscrew. Twist top and bottom handle locking rings
cover, and remove cover counterclockwise 1/4 turn. Slide bottom ring
from wire drive assembly. down cable and top ring forward over head
tube. Separate gun handle halves.
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7-7. Replacing Gun Liner (Continued)
13/16 in.
(21 mm)
8 mm
When liner exits cable at gun
handle, guide liner into head
tube. Continue to push liner until
it exits end of head tube.
Insert retaining nut into adapter, and adjust liner stickout as
shown. Tighten retaining nut. Reinstall cable end into drive
housing with retaining grooves inserted into the two retaining
ribs. Be sure to position gas hose up. Position liner in groove
so that end is flush with back of groove, adjust if necessary
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7-8. Troubleshooting Table
Trouble Remedy
No weld output; wire does not feed; fan Secure power cord plug in receptacle (see Section 5-7).
does not run.
Replace building line fuse or reset circuit breaker if open.
No weld output; wire does not feed; fan Thermostat TP1 open (overheating). Allow fan to run with gun trigger switch off; thermostat closes when
motor continues to run. unit has cooled (see Section 4-2).
Be sure that Voltage switch is not set between ranges (see Section 6-1).
Disassemble torch handle and check trigger switch lead connections, tighten or reconnect any loose
connections.
No weld output; wire feeds. Connect work clamp to get good metal to metal contact.
Check cable connection at work clamp and tighten hardware, if necessary (see Section 5-1).
Low weld output. Connect unit to proper input voltage or check for low line voltage.
If using an extension cord, check that wire size and length is the proper size for power rating of welding
power source (see Section 4-1).
Electrode wire feeding stops during Straighten gun cable and/or replace damaged parts.
welding.
Adjust drive roll pressure (see Section 5-9).
Change to proper drive roll groove (see Section 7-4).
Readjust hub tension (see Section 5-5).
Replace contact tip if blocked (see Section 7-5).
Clean or replace wire inlet guide or liner if dirty or plugged (see Section 7-4).
Replace drive roll or pressure bearing if worn or slipping (see Section 7-4).
Check and clear any restrictions at drive assembly and liner (see Section 7-6).
Release gun trigger and allow gun and motor protection circuitry to reset.
Have nearest Factory Authorized Service Agent check drive motor.
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SECTION 8 − ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM
230 950-A
Gun
Wire Feeder/
Power Source
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9-3. Typical Control Settings
. These settings are guidelines only. Material and wire type, joint design, fitup, position, shielding gas, etc. affect settings. Test welds to be sure
they comply to specifications.
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9-4. Holding And Positioning Welding Gun
. Welding wire is energized when gun trigger is pressed. Before lowering helmet and pressing trigger, be sure wire is no more than 1/2 in (13 mm)
past end of nozzle, and tip of wire is positioned correctly on seam.
0°-15°
90° 90°
GROOVE WELDS
45° 0°-15°
45°
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9-5. Conditions That Affect Weld Bead Shape
. Weld bead shape depends on gun angle, direction of travel, electrode extension (stickout), travel speed, thickness of base metal, wire feed speed
(weld current), and voltage.
. The Drag or Pull technique is generally recommended when welding with flux-cored tubular wire.
10° 10°
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9-6. Gun Movement During Welding
. Normally, a single stringer bead is satisfactory for most narrow groove weld joints; however, for wide groove weld joints or bridging across gaps,
a weave bead or multiple stringer beads works better.
S-0054-A
2 3 4
5
S-0053-A
5
S-0052-B
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9-9. Troubleshooting − Excessive Spatter
S-0636
Wire feed speed too high. Select lower wire feed speed.
Electrode extension (stickout) too long. Use shorter electrode extension (stickout).
Workpiece dirty. Remove all grease, oil, moisture, rust, paint, undercoating, and dirt from work surface before welding.
Insufficient shielding gas at welding arc. Increase flow of shielding gas at regulator/flowmeter and/or prevent drafts near welding arc.
S-0635
Insufficient shielding gas at welding arc. Increase flow of shielding gas at regulator/flowmeter and/or prevent drafts near welding arc.
Hold gun near bead at end of weld until molten metal solidifies.
Wrong gas. Use welding grade shielding gas; change to different gas.
Workpiece dirty. Remove all grease, oil, moisture, rust, paint, coatings, and dirt from work surface before welding.
Welding wire extends too far out of nozzle. Be sure welding wire extends not more than 1/2 in (13 mm) beyond nozzle.
Excessive heat input. Select lower voltage range and reduce wire feed speed.
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9-12. Troubleshooting − Lack Of Penetration
Improper joint preparation. Material too thick. Joint preparation and design must provide access to bottom of groove while
maintaining proper welding wire extension and arc characteristics.
Improper weld technique. Maintain normal gun angle of 0 to 15 degrees to achieve maximum penetration.
Be sure welding wire extends not more than 1/2 in (13 mm) beyond nozzle.
Insufficient heat input. Select higher wire feed speed and/or select higher voltage range.
S-0637
Workpiece dirty. Remove all grease, oil, moisture, rust, paint, undercoating, and dirt from work surface before
welding.
Insufficient heat input. Select higher voltage range and/or adjust wire feed speed.
Improper welding technique. Place stringer bead in proper location(s) at joint during welding.
Momentarily hold arc on groove side walls when using weaving technique.
S-0640
Excessive heat input. Select lower voltage range and reduce wire feed speed.
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9-15. Troubleshooting − Waviness Of Bead
Waviness Of Bead − weld metal that is not parallel and does not cover
joint formed by base metal.
S-0641
Welding wire extends too far out of nozzle. Be sure welding wire extends not more than 1/2 in (13 mm) beyond nozzle.
Excessive heat input. Use restraint (clamp) to hold base metal in position.
Wire spool brake pressure too high. Decrease brake pressure on wire spool.
Restriction in the gun and/or assembly. Check and replace cable, gun, tip adapter, and contact
tip if damaged. Check size of contact tip and cable liner,
replace if necessary.
Wire curling up in front of the Too much pressure on wire feed rolls. Decrease pressure setting on wire feed rolls.
wire feed rolls (bird nesting).
Incorrect cable liner or gun contact tip size. Check size of contact tip and check cable liner length
and diameter, replace if necessary.
Gun end not inserted into drive housing properly. Loosen gun securing bolt in drive housing and push gun
end into housing just enough so it does not touch wire
feed rolls.
Welding arc not stable. Wire slipping in drive rolls. Adjust pressure setting on wire feed rolls. Replace worn
drive rolls if necessary.
Wrong size gun liner or contact tip. Match liner and contact tip to wire size and type.
Incorrect voltage setting for selected wire feed speed on Readjust welding parameters.
welding power source.
Loose connections at the gun weld cable or work cable. Check and tighten all connections.
Gun in poor shape or loose connection inside gun. Repair or replace gun as necessary.
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SECTION 10 − PARTS LIST
16
14
35
41
17
18
13
3
42
40
39
19
38
7
12
21
22
1
8
29
43
20
32
26
30
27
25
31
28
5
9
10
23
24
11
34
6
37
4
33
36
6
803 446-B
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Item Dia. Part
No. Mkgs. No. Description Quantity
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1
5 − See
Table 10-1
4
7
7
3
804 243-A
Item Part
No. No. Description Quantity
... 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 715 .... NOZZLE, slip type .500 orf flush . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
... 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . ♦226 190 .... NOZZLE, flux cored slip type . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
... 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 169 716 .... ADAPTER, contact tip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
... 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 225 410 .... SWITCH, trigger . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
... 4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 210 970 .... LINER, monocoil .023/.035 wire x 8ft . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
... 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . ♦087 299 .... TIP, contact scr .023 wire x 1.125
... 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 000 067 .... TIP, contact scr .030 wire x 1.125 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
... 5 . . . . . . . . . . . . ♦000 068 .... TIP, contact scr .035 wire x 1.125
... 6 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 010 .... NUT, liner retainer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
... 7 . . . . . . . . . . . . . 226 080 .... HANDLE ASSY . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
♦OPTIONAL
To maintain the factory original performance of your equipment, use only Manufacturer’s Suggested
Replacement Parts. Model and serial number required when ordering parts from your local distributor.
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1
803 442-B
4
To maintain the factory original performance of your equipment, use only Manufacturer’s Suggested
Replacement Parts. Model and serial number required when ordering parts from your local distributor.
. If individual parts are required, see Parts List chapter of this manual for part number to order.
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Notes
Distributor
Address
Resources Available
Always provide Model Name and Serial/Style Number.
Contact the Delivering Carrier to: File a claim for loss or damage during
shipment.
For assistance in filing or settling claims, contact
your distributor and/or equipment manufacturer’s
Transportation Department.