ESAB A6 TFD1 Operating Manual page 10

OPERATION
5. Adjust the wire pressure on the feed roller using knob (6).
NOTE: Do not tighten more than necessary to ensure uniform feeding. Do not
tighten the knob (6) all the way, there should be some travel left in the spring.
6. Connect the power supply to the mains.
Feed the wire out about 30 mm using switch A 02 on control unit PEG1.
7. Straighten the wire by adjusting knob (5). Fine wire should be straight about
25 mm after it leaves the contact tip and heavy wire about 45 mm after the con-
tact tip.
The securing bolt (3) must not be removed.
WARNING!
Rotating parts can cause injury, take great care.
8. Select the wire and flux (or gas) so that the weld metal analysis roughly matches
that of the plate. Select the wire diameter and welding parameters as recom-
mended by the consumable manufacturer.
9. Connect the cooling water and gas (MIG/MAG welding).
10. Adjust the flux nozzle so that it does not bend and gives a good covering of flux
(submerged arc welding).
11. Make sure the distance between the carriage wheels and the weld joint is not
less than 50 mm during welding.
12. If the control handles are moved make sure they are screwed all the way in so
that the tapered surfaces meet. Use the holes in the guide handles to help
tighten them thoroughly. Clean the threads if necessary.
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