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HELIX
®
M45 WELD HEAD
Maintenance
The HELIX M45 weld head is designed for trouble-free
operation and normally requires minimal preventive
care and cleaning. This section provides instructions
for maintaining user-serviceable items. The suggested
repair procedure for all such items is to remove and
replace defective assemblies or parts.
When users and/or service personnel are not familiar
with electrical and electronic equipment, the product
should be returned to the factory or serviced by factory
authorized representatives.
Maintenance Schedule
The maintenance schedule is suggested as a guideline
for proper system maintenance. More stringent main-
tenance requirements may be required depending on
the work being performed and the requirements of the
customer for whom the work is performed. All mainte-
nance schedules are based on a 40-hour work week.
Any excess play in parts or equipment should be
noted and reported to an authorized repair facility. Any
anomalous activity, such as motor hesitation, clicking
or other noises, or anything out of the ordinary should
be noted and reported to an authorized repair facility.
Every Shift
• Check lines, cables, and drive belts for loose con-
nections and worn areas.
• Change out consumables as needed.
• Check torch height motion and travel for slop or
wearing parts.
NOTE: Do not force the oscillator in or out while
checking for worn parts.
• Inspect torch cable for wear or damage.
Monthly
• With the clutch and clamp latch engaged, grab the
weld head by the handles and gently move back and
forth to check for excess play in the weld head along
the track.
• Release the clutch latch and verify that the weld
head moves smoothly along the track without rub-
bing or binding.
• Examine all cable connections to verify that there are
no gas leaks, and that all cables are seated correctly
and that there is no visible wear and tear to any con-
nector or associated cables.
• Check over all the weld head components for any
signs of damage or wear.
• Ensure track ring gears and weld head gears are
clean and clear of debris.
• Check for wear of drive rolls on wire feeder.
Semi Annually
• Based on a 40-hour work week it is recommended
that the belts be replaced every six months.
• Verify that all motors are working correctly without
strain. Listen to the motors to confirm that there is no
excess noise or grinding.
Tools
Required tools to operate and repair the HELIX M45
weld head:
• 2.5 mm hex key
• 3 mm hex key
• 4 mm hex key
• wire cutters
Further tools are required for in depth maintenance
which is only authorized at local repair facilities.
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MAINTENANCE
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