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5.0 PORTABLE BUTT WELDER INSTRUCTIONS
1.
Ensure the Wire Size Select switch is in the OFF position
(center). Connect Butt Welder to power supply.
2.
Pull down both locking knobs to open wire clamps.
3.
Pull and turn the Weld/Open switch to the "Open" position.
4.
Snip off each end of the wire using a pair of Wire Parters
(included). Insert each wire end in grooves until centered in
the space between the 2 jaws. Lock wire into place one side
at a time by pulling the locking knobs back into place. Ensure
the wire butts are flat and evenly spaced.
IMPORTANT!
Ensure wire ends are
evenly aligned prior
to butt welding.
5.
Turn the Weld/Open switch to the "Weld" position.
6.
Turn switch on base unit to appropriate setting for wire size.
7.
Press black weld button on the handle to weld the wire ends
together (there will be a slight delay). If the Reset is popped
out, push back in to weld. CAUTION! Keep hands clear of
butt welder components and wire when welding.
8.
Open wire clamps by pulling down both locking knobs.
Remove wire (may be hot!).
9.
Remove the burr in the wire joint using the optional Wire
Sizer (see below) or other method of creating a smooth joint.
It is recommended to check the joint using a Wire Gage Block
to ensure smooth wire feeding.
10. If using with the Non-Stop Wire Dispensing System, insert wire
onto pathway between the two wire packages. Repeat process
when replacing empty drums
BURR REMOVAL FROM WIRE JOINT
USING THE WIRE SIZER
To remove the burr in the wire joint, open
clamps on the wire sizer and position wire
as shown in step 1. The wire joint should
be positioned outside of the cutting plate
(circled). Close and tighten clamps. Pull
the handle firmly to the right to remove the
burr. Unlock the clamps and remove wire.
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TORCH WIZARD INSTALLATION & OPERATION MANUAL
1
Locking
Knobs
Weld
Button
Weld/Open
Switch
Butt Welder
Wire Grooves
Butt Welder (jaws open)
2
Jaws
7
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