Assembly Instructions General Information The Cigweld spool cover is designed to be used together with VAF4, VAF4 HD and WeldSkill 4R Wirefeeders. These instructions will guide you through the proper assembly procedure of the spool cover. Supplied Parts (For Transmig VAF4 and VAF4 HD Wirefeeders)
SPOOL COVER ASSEMBLY (W4016300) INSTRUCTIONS WARNING Disconnect input power to the power source before installing or removing this control. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS WARNING PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS FROM POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. PACEMAKER WEARERS KEEP AWAY UNTIL CONSULTING YOUR DOCTOR. DO NOT LOSE THESE INSTRUCTIONS.
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SPOOL COVER ASSEMBLY ( W4016300 ) INSTRUCTIONS 10. Ground the workpiece to a good electrical (earth) ground. 11. Do not touch electrode while in contact with the work (ground) circuit. 12. Use only well-maintained equipment. Repair or replace damaged parts at once.
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SPOOL COVER ASSEMBLY (W4016300) INSTRUCTIONS WARNING WELDING can cause fire or explosion. Sparks and spatter fly off from the welding arc. The flying sparks and hot metal, weld spatter, hot workpiece, and hot equipment can cause fires and burns. Accidental contact of electrode or welding wire to metal objects can cause sparks, overheating, or fire.
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SPOOL COVER ASSEMBLY ( W4016300 ) INSTRUCTIONS WARNING MOVING PARTS can cause injury. Moving parts, such as fans, rotors, and belts can cut fingers and hands and catch loose clothing. 1. Keep all doors, panels, covers, and guards closed and securely in place.
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SPOOL COVER ASSEMBLY (W4016300) INSTRUCTIONS Recommended Protective Filters for Electric Welding Approximate Range of Minimum Shade Number of Description of Process Welding Current in Amps Filter(s) Less than or equal to 100 100 to 200 Manual Metal Arc Welding - covered...
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SPOOL COVER ASSEMBLY ( W4016300 ) INSTRUCTIONS Assembly Procedure For Transmig VAF4 and VAF4 HD Wirefeeders Spool cover is assembled in the following steps: 1. Remove the spool hub assembly. a. Remove the clip from the spool hub. b. Unscrew the 3-lobe screw.
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SPOOL COVER ASSEMBLY (W4016300) INSTRUCTIONS 3. Install the spool hub component parts over the spool hub shaft in the following sequence. Spool Hub Spring 3-lobe Screw Friction Washer Keyed Washer Flat Washer Art # A-11349 Retaining Clip Figure 4 Spool Hub Assembly (For Transmig VAF4 and VAF4 HD Wirefeeders) WARNING Fully tighten all fasteners.
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SPOOL COVER ASSEMBLY ( W4016300 ) INSTRUCTIONS Refer to the figures below for the assembled spool cover: Art # A-11356 Figure 5a Assembled Spool Cover (door opened) (For Transmig VAF4 and VAF4 HD Wirefeeders) Art # A-11348 Figure 5b Assembled Spool Cover (For Transmig VAF4 and VAF4 HD Wirefeeders)
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SPOOL COVER ASSEMBLY (W4016300) INSTRUCTIONS Assembly Procedure For WeldSkill 4R Wirefeeder 1. Remove the spool hub assembly in the sequence as shown in the figure below (except for the spool hub base). Spool Hub Base Spool Cover Fibre Washer Spring...
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SPOOL COVER ASSEMBLY ( W4016300 ) INSTRUCTIONS Assembly Procedure for WeldSkill 4R Wirefeeder Continued 4. Replace the spool hub assembly in the reverse sequence as shown in Figure 6. WARNING Fully tighten all fasteners. Art # A-11517 Figure 8 Assembled Spool Cover (door opened) (For WeldSkill 4R Wirefeeders)
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CIGWELD. 4. CIGWELD declares that, to the extent permitted by law, it hereby limits its liability in respect of the supply of goods which are not of a kind ordinarily acquired for personal, domestic or household use or consumption to any one or more of the following (the choice of which shall be at the option of CIGWELD).
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Accredited Distributor of the equipment. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in no event shall the warranty period extend more than the time stated plus one year from the date CIGWELD delivered the product to the Ac- credited Distributor. Unless otherwise stated the warranty period includes parts and labour. CIGWELD reserves the right to request documented evidence of date of purchase.
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To make a claim under the warranty, take the product (with proof of purchase from a Cigweld Accredited Seller) to the store where you purchased the product or contact Cigweld Customer Care 1300 654 674 for advice on your nearest Service Provider.
SPOOL COVER ASSEMBLY ( W4016300 ) INSTRUCTIONS GLOBAL CUSTOMER SERVICE CONTACT INFORMATION Cigweld, Australia Victor Technologies, China 71 Gower Street 100 Old Hongjing Rd Preston, Victoria Minhang District Australia, 3072 Shanghai, PR, 200052 Telephone: 61-3-9474-7400 Fax: 61-3-9474-7391 Telephone: 86-21-64072626 Email: enquiries@thermadyne.com.au...
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