Operating the capacitor discharge stud welding unit (35 pages)
Summary of Contents for Nelson NS-40
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NS-40 Standard Duty Floating Lift Welding Guns Instruction and Maintenance Manual 729-110-036 Revision 1.14 August 2013...
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Figure 1 Installation of Accessories Note: For welding studs larger than 5/16” 4. Loosen the leg screws holding the foot and diameter, Nelson recommends installing the adjust the foot so that stud is centered in the ® Tranquil-Arc Plunge Dampener (#512-241-000) ferrule.
Adjustment of Lift studs. 4. Insert stud in Chuck and ferrule in Gas Adaptor Aluminum stud welding requires that the lift be set Foot Assembly. at 3/32". See page 3 for adjustment procedure. NS-40 Manual Page 2 729-110-036 Revision 1.14 August 2013...
2. Press the gun against and insulated or ungrounded block. 3. Trigger the gun to start a simulated weld cycle. This will allow the actual functional lift to be measured and adjusted as needed. Note: For Nelson Nelweld power sources, refer to the Nelweld Operations Service Manual instructions on initiating the lift check mode of operation.
Testing should continue until there is the stud fails or a predetermined torque load is no failure of a test stud. reached. NS-40 Manual Page 4 729-110-036 Revision 1.14 August 2013...
11. The mainspring (1) returns the assembly to normal position, and this action “plunges” the molten end of the stud into a pool of molten metal on the base plate, thus completing the weld. NS-40 Manual Page 6 729-110-036 Revision 1.14 August 2013...
Red (To Red Coil Lead) Green (To Green Coil Brass Black White (To Trigger) Lead) Center No Connection Black (To Trigger) Black (To Trigger) Green (To Green Coil Small White (To Trigger) Lead) No Connection NS-40 Manual Page 7 729-110-036 Revision 1.14 August 2013...
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5. Install switch and control cable assembly in gun 3. Clip white and black leads from trigger switch body. (28a) as close to the wire splice as possible. Remove control cable. 6. Replace grommet clamp and handle cover. NS-40 Manual Page 11 729-110-036 Revision 1.14 August 2013...
(shipping weight of tool - includes standard legs and foot 8’1’ to 8’3” cable normally supplied with Figure 10 welding gun and all connectors.) ..6 lbs. 14 oz. Width: (total)…………………………………2.63 inches NS-40 Manual Page 12 Revision 1.13 January 2012...
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The operator should read and understand these precautions and be trained or experienced In the installation, operation, and maintenance procedures provided in this Nelson manual. Electrical: Remember, electric shock can kill! Properly install and use stud welding systerns in accordance with the National Electrical Code NFPA-70 and local codes. Take the following safety precautions: •...
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