Manual 0-5492 5-3 MIG (GMAW) WELDING
2. To reduce flow rate, allow the welding grade shielding gas to discharge from regulator/flowmeter by
opening the downstream valve. Bleed welding grade shielding gas into a well ventilated area and away
from any ignition source. Turn adjusting screw counterclockwise, until the required flow rate is indicated
on the gauge. Close downstream valve.
Shutdown
Close cylinder valve whenever the regulator/flowmeter is not in use. To shut down for extended periods (more
than 30 minutes).
1. Close cylinder or upstream valve tightly.
2. Open downstream equipment valves to drain the lines. Bleed gas into a well ventilated area and away
from any ignition source.
3. After gas is drained completely, disengage adjusting screw and close downstream equipment valves.
4. Before transporting cylinders that are not secured on a cart designed for such purposes, remove
regulators/flowmeters.
5.02 Attaching the MIG Torch (Euro)
Fit the MIG Torch to the power source by pushing the MIG torch connector into the MIG torch adaptor and
screwing the plastic torch nut clockwise to secure the MIG torch to the MIG torch adaptor.
Art # A-13441
Figure 5-3: Attaching MIG Torch
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