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Air‐Cooled Robotic MIG Torches For Models 300R & 500R (400R discontinued; parts still available; see appendix A‐1) INSTALLATION, OPERATIONS AND REPLACEMENT PARTS...
American Weldquip assumes no responsibility for errors or omissions. American Weldquip assumes no liability for damages resulting from the use of the information contained in this manual. American Weldquip shall have no liability to the buyer for consequential damages or expenses by any defect whatsoever.
While it is not a requirement to meet the directive in the United States, currently, American Weldquip Inc. feels this is an important part of our “Go Green initiative. We have taken all reasonable steps to try to ensure the supporting evidence regarding the absence of the restricted substances to support RoHS compliance.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS – READ BEFORE USING Before installing, operating, or performing maintenance please read the safety precautions below. Failure to observe safety precautions can result in injury or death. Read and follow the Owner’s Manual carefully before installing, operating, or servicing equipment.
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should be checked initially and periodically thereafter to maintain applicable OSHA PEL and ACGIH TVL limits. In a poorly ventilated area, it is necessary to wear an approved air-supplied respirator. Always read and understand the Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) and the manufacturer’s instructions for adhesives, coatings, cleaners, consumables, coolants, degreasers, fluxes, and metals.
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Do not use worn, damaged, undersized, or poorly spliced cables. It is illegal to use electrical tape to repair torch power cable or ground cable that has damaged outer insulation. The cable must be replaced. Do not drape cables over your body. ...
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Be alert that welding sparks and hot materials from welding and cutting can easily go through small cracks and openings and cause a fire in the adjacent areas. Follow requirements in OSHA 1910.252 (a) (2) (iv) and NFPA 51B for hot work and have a fire watcher and extinguisher nearby.
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Read and follow the instructions on compressed gas cylinders, associated equipment, and CGA publication P-l, “Precautions for Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Cylinders,” available from the Compressed Gas Association, 14501 George Carter Way Chantilly, VA 20151. PRINCIPAL SAFETY STANDARDS Safety in Welding, Cutting and Allied Processes, ANSI Standard Z49.1 –...
Depending on how it is ordered, your American Weldquip torch has been supplied with either a EURO type feeder connection or a DIRECT wire feeder connection. The American Weldquip torch can be installed to the wire feed unit in two ways. Euro Connection (Feeder Adaptor Kit may be required)
EURO CONNECTION (FEEDER ADAPTOR KIT) In some cases, it may be desirable to use a Euro feeder adaptor kit when using different manufactures wire feed units. This will commonize torches to a Euro style configuration. 1) Thread feeder adaptor plug into the adaptor block and tighten. 2) Insert the adaptor guide tube into the adaptor plug.
DAILY MAINTENANCE A few minutes per day performing a quick check of your MIG torch will help to decrease weld problems, minimize downtime, and help increase consumable life. At Beginning of Shift o Inspect the cable for cuts, nicks, or tears. If you can see bare copper, return for maintenance.
12) Feed welding wire into the torch and tighten drive rolls. WARNING: WHEN FEEDING WELD WIRE THROUGH THE TORCH KEEP THE FRONT END OF THE TORCH POINTED AWAY FROM ANY PERSON OR OBJECT. DO NOT POINT AT FACE, HANDS ETC. FAILURE TO DO SO WILL RESULT IN BODILY INJURY AND POSSIBLY DEATH.
NOZZLE/TIP RELATIONSHIPS Shown below are typical relationship between the contact tip and nozzle in GMAW Semi-Automatic applications. Nozzles to tip relationships are usually dictated by the process and application but not necessarily the standard. Keep in mind that decreased tip life, increased spatter cleaning cycles may be required if the tip relationship is changed to achieve other objectives.
NOZZLE SELECTION CHART 300 Series Nozzles Part Insulator Description Material O.A.L Bore Size Number 3/8” 75133801 CONICAL NI PLATED BRASS 2.820” NONE REQ (9.5mm) 3/8” 75133802 BOTTLE NOSE NI PLATED BRASS 2.820” NONE REQ (9.5mm) 3/8” 75133803 BOTTLE NOSE NI PLATED BRASS 3.62”...
APPENDIX A‐1 400R TORCHES Our 400R series was replaced by the 500R. Consumables, feeder pins, etc. are interchangeable between the two systems. Description 400R Description 400R See Nozzle Nozzle Lincoln LN7 Feeder Pin 37577832 Selection Chart See Nozzle Nozzle Insulator Panasonic Feeder Pin 37577999 Selection Chart...
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