V205-T DC & V205-T AC/DC
QUICK DISCONNECT PLUG (FOR STICK ELECTRODE CABLE and
WORK CABLE)
A quick disconnect system is used for the welding cable connec-
tions. The stick electrode cable will need to have a plug attached.
1. Cut off welding cable lug, if present.
2. Remove 1.00 in. (25mm) of welding cable insulation.
3. Slide rubber boot onto cable end. The boot end may be
trimmed to match the cable diameter. Use soap or other non-
petroleum-based lubricant to help slide the boot over the
cable, if needed.
WELDING CABLE
1.00 in.
25 mm
4. Insert copper strands into ferrule.
WELDING CABLE
5. Slide the copper ferrule into the brass plug.
6. Tighten set screw to collapse copper tube. Screw must apply
pressure against welding cable. The top of the set screw will
be well below the surface of the brass plug after tightening.
COPPER TUBE
7. Slide rubber boot over brass plug. The rubber boot must be
positioned to completely cover all electrical surfaces after the
plug is locked into the receptacle.
SHIELDING GAS CONNECTION
Obtain the necessary inert shielding gas. Connect the cylinder of
gas with a pressure regulator and flow gage. Install a gas hose
between the regulator and gas inlet (located on the rear of the
welder). The gas inlet has a 5/16-18 right hand female thread;
CGA #032.
BOOT
• Keep cylinder away from areas where it could be
damaged.
• Never allow the torch or welding electrode to touch
TRIM, IF REQ'D
TO FIT OVER CABLE
the cylinder.
• Keep cylinder away from live electrical circuits.
------------------------------------------------------------------
COPPER FERRULE
REMOTE CONTROL CONNECTION
A remote control receptacle is provided on the lower center case
front of the welder for connecting a remote control to the machine.
Refer to the Optional Accessories section of this manual for avail-
able remote controls.
SET SCREW
BRASS PLUG
A 6
WARNING
CYLINDER could explode
if damaged.
• Keep cylinder upright and chained to a
support.
INSTALLATION