9-3. 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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| Trigger |
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| 1/4 to 1/2 in (6 To 13 mm) | |
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| Hold a shorter stickout when | |
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| welding with solid wire and using a | |
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| 5 | Cradle Gun and Rest Hand on |
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90°
End View of Work Angle Side View of Gun Angle
GROOVE WELDS
45°0°-15°
45° 
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