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5-5. Installing Gas Supply
1
. DO NOT use Argon/Mixed gas regulator/flowmeter
with CO2 shielding gas. See Parts List for optional
Obtain gas cylinder and chain to running gear, wall, or other stationary support so cylinder cannot fall and break off valve.
1 | Cap |
2 | Cylinder Valve |
CO2 gas regulator/flowmeter.
7
4
2
3
Remove cap, stand to side of valve, and open valve slightly. Gas flow blows dust and dirt from valve. Close valve.
3Cylinder
4Regulator/Flowmeter
Install so face is vertical.
5Regulator/Flowmeter Gas Hose Connection
6Welding Power Source Gas Hose Connection
5
Argon Gas Or
Mixed Gas
6
Connect supplied gas hose between regulator/flowmeter gas hose connection, and fitting on rear of welding power source.
7 Flow Adjust
Flow rate should be set when gas is flowing through welding power source and welding gun. Open feedhead pressure assembly so that wire will not feed. Press gun trigger to start gas flow.
Typical flow rate is 20 cfh (cubic feet per hour). Check wire manufacturer’s recommended flow rate.
After flow is set, close feedhead pressure assembly.
Tools Needed:
5/8,
Feedhead Pressure Assembly Open
Feedhead Pressure Assembly Closed
Ref. 804