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4. Unscrew nozzle retainer and pull nozzle straight out of torch body. Inspect insulator portion of the nozzle
retainer for cracks or chipping. Replace if damaged.
Inspect nozzle for:
melting or excessive current trans-•
fer.
gouges from internal arcing. •
nicks or deep scratches on the O-ring •
seating surfaces.
O-ring cuts, nicks, or wear. •
Remove tungsten particles (from the •
nozzle) with steel wool.
Replace if any damage is found.
NOTE:
Discoloration of internal surfaces and small black starting marks are normal and do not eect cutting
performance.
If the holder was tightened suciently, the electrode may unscrew without being attached to the electrode
holder. When installing the electrode, use only sucient force to adequately secure the electrode.
5. Remove electrode using electrode removal tool.
6. Disassemble electrode from electrode holder. Insert ats on the holder into a 5/16" wrench. Using the elec-
trode tool, rotate electrode counter-clockwise to remove. Replace electrode if center is pitted more than
0.06" (1/16") or if the at has become irregular in shape or is worn to a larger diameter.
Torch Body
Electrode Removal Tool
Electrode
SECTION 5 MAINTENANCE
Electrode, Tungsten
Electrode/Collet Holder
Collet Body
Nozzle
Nozzle Retaining Cup
Torch Body
Note:
The electrode has two usable ends. When
one end is worn, ip electrode to other end
for continued use.