8-3. Holding And Positioning Welding Gun
NOTE
Welding wire is energized when gun trigger is pressed. Before lowering helmet and pressing trigger, be sure wire is no more than 1/2 in (13 mm) past end of nozzle, and tip of wire is positioned correctly on seam.
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| 1 | Hold Gun and Control Gun |
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| 1/4 to 1/2 in (6 To 13 mm) | |
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90° | 90° |
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End View of Work Angle | Side View of Gun Angle |
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| GROOVE WELDS |
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| 45° |
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45° |
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End View of Work Angle | Side View of Gun Angle |
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| FILLET WELDS |
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