8-3. Holding And Positioning Welding Gun
.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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1Hold Gun and Control Gun Trigger
2Workpiece
3Work Clamp
4Electrode Extension (Stickout) 1/4 to 1/2 in (6 To 13 mm)
5Cradle Gun and Rest Hand on Workpiece
45°0°-15°
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