Harbor Freight Tools 55167 operating instructions Wire Feed Roller Bracket Screws 45 Washers

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9.Turn the Nozzle (3) counterclockwise while pulling to remove.

10.Using the third oval hole on the provided Wrench (43), turn the Contact Tip (2b) counterclockwise and remove.

11.Lay the Torch Cable out in a straight line so that the wire moves through it easily. Leave the cover open, so that the feed mechanism can be observed.

Exercise extreme caution - Risk of fire and/or electric shock! The following steps require applying power to the welder. Do not touch anything with the Torch Handle or welding wire or an arc will be ignited. Do not touch the internal components of the unit with it plugged in.

12.Plug the Power Cord into its electrical outlet and turn the welder ON.

13.Point the Torch Handle away from all objects and continue pressing the Trigger until the wire feeds through two inches. Move the handle slightly in a circular motion to help the wire feed properly out the end. If the wire does not feed properly and the reel is stationary, turn the welder OFF, unplug it, slightly tighten the Wire Tension Adjusting Screw (37), and rewind the wire slightly before retrying.

14.To check the wire’s drive tension, feed the wire against a piece of wood from 2 to 3 inches away. If the wire stops instead of bending, turn the welder OFF, unplug it, and slightly tighten the Wire Tension Adjusting Screw (37).

15.Turn the welder OFF. Slide the Contact Tip over the wire and screw it into Torch Handle. Tighten the Contact Tip (2b) using the provided Wrench (43)

16.Replace the Nozzle and cut off any excess wire over 1/2”.

17.Secure the Cover.

Changing Wire feed roller

1.WARNING! Turn the welder OFF and unplug it before proceeding.

2.Press on the Cover Locking Spring (8), then lift the Cover (31) using Handle (30), to expose the Wire Feed Unit

3.Loosen the Tension Adjusting Screw

(37).Press the Wire Feed Swing Arm

(36)forward slightly and lift it to remove tension.

4.Remove Screws (45) and Washers (46). Remove the Feed Roller Bracket (44).

Wire Feed

Roller (34)

Feed Roller

Bracket (44)

Screws (45) and

Washers (46)

SKU 55167

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353;

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Contents Welder For technical questions and replacement parts, please callContents General Safety Rules SpecificationsSave This Manual Work AreaPersonal Safety Electrical SafetyTool Use and Care Specific Safety Rules ServicePage Welding Produces toxic fumes and gasses Inhalation HazardPlug and Outlet Grounded Tools Tools With Three Prong PlugsProng Plug and Outlet Outlets for 2-Prong Plug Double Insulated Tools Tools With Two Prong PlugsSee Figure C, next See Figure CFigure C Unpacking AssemblyInstalling the Wire Reel Wire Feed Roller Bracket Screws 45 Washers Trigger Switch Replacement Before You Start Welding OperationDo not Switch the Current While Welding Holding The Torch HartC EttingsS eldW Material Thickness Steel Weld Not Adhering Properly Weld Diagnosis Weld PenetrationBend at joint Excessive Spatter Porosity Crooked/wavy beadInaccurate welding Maintenance Wiring Schematic Parts Lists and DiagramsPlease Read the Following Carefully Assembly Diagram Page Wire feed motor runs butwire does not feed properly TroubleshootingWire creates a bird’s nest During operation Welding arc not stableTroubleshooting Power switch 7a does not light when switched onFaulty or improperly connected Trigger Switch 1c Internal fuse blownWeak Arc strength Wire Feeds, but arc does not ignite
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