Thermal Arc Fabricator 181i Operating Manual page 51

G. Switch the LOCAL/REMOTE switch inside the
wire feed compartment to LOCAL to use the
Power Sources Wirespeed and Voltage controls.
H. Switch the MIG GUN/SPOOL GUN switch inside
the wire feed compartment to MIG GUN.
Before connecting the work clamp to the work make sure the Electricity Supply is switched off.
Secure the welding grade shielding gas cylinder in an upright position by chaining it to a suitable
stationary support to prevent falling or tipping.
Loose welding terminal connections can cause overheating and result in the male plug being fused in
the terminal.
Remove any packaging material prior to use. Do not block the air vents at the front or rear of the
Welding Power Source.
Positive Welding
Terminal (+)
MIG Gun
8 pin Plug
Figure 3-16: Setup for MIG Welding with Gas Shielded MIG Wire
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Negative Welding
Terminal (-)
MIG Gun
Polarity Lead
Work Lead
3-21
WARNING
CAUTION
Shielding Gas Hose Fitted
with 5/8"-18 UNF
connection
Primary Cord
Fabricator 181i
Art # A-10362
Secure the gas cylinder
in an upright position
by chaining it to a
stationary support to
prevent falling or tipping.
INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND SETUP