ESAB m3 G2 System Manual page 75

section 6
2. Pull nozzle straight out of torch body.
Inspect nozzle for:
• melting or excessive current trans-
fer.
• gouges from internal arcing.
• nicks or deep scratches on the O-ring
seating surfaces.
• O-ring cuts, nicks, or wear.
• Remove tungsten particles (from the
nozzle) with steel wool.
Replace if any damage is found.
Discoloration of internal surfaces and small black starting marks are normal and do not effect
3. Remove electrode using electrode removal tool.
4. Disassemble electrode from electrode holder. Insert flats on the holder into a 5/16" wrench. Using the elec-
trode tool, rotate the collet body counter-clockwise to remove. Replace electrode if center is pitted more
than 0.06" (1/16") or if the flat has become irregular in shape or is worn to a larger diameter. Use only sufficient
force to adequately secure the electrode.
Torch Body
note:
cutting performance.
Torch Body
Electrode
Electrode Removal Tool
pt-36 plasma torch
Nozzle
The electrode has two usable ends.
When one end is worn, flip electrode to
other end for continued use.
Collet
Collet Body
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Nozzle Retaining Cup
note:
Electrode, Tungsten