Mma Welding; Connecting The Electrode Holder And Workpiece Lead - EWM Picotig 200 AC/DC puls 5P TG Operating Instructions Manual

Design and function

MMA welding

5.3 MMA welding
5.3.1

Connecting the electrode holder and workpiece lead

Risk of crushing and burns!
When changing stick electrodes there is a risk of crushing and burns!
• Wear appropriate and dry protective gloves.
• Use an insulated pair of tongs to remove the used stick electrode or to move welded work-
pieces.
Electrical voltage at the shielding gas connection!
During MMA welding open circuit voltage is applied at the shielding gas connection
(G¼" connecting nipple).
• Place yellow insulating cap on the G¼" connection nipple (protects against electrical vol-
tage and dirt).
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• Insert the electrode holder plug and workpiece lead into the welding current socket depending on ap-
plication and lock in place by turning to the right. The corresponding polarity will be based on the infor-
mation of the electrode manufacturer on the electrode packaging.
• Fit yellow protective cap onto G¼" connecting nipple.
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Description 0
Electrode holder
Connection socket, "-" welding current
Workpiece lead or electrode holder connection
Workpiece
Connection socket for "+" welding current
Electrode holder or workpiece lead connection
Connection thread - G¼"
Shielding gas connection (inlet)
CAUTION
Figure 5-23
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