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3-5. Installing Gas Supply
ssb3.1* 5/94 − Ref. 802 028-A
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
Remove cap, stand to side of valve,
and open valve slightly. Gas flow
blows dust and dirt from valve.
Close valve.
3 Cylinder
4 Regulator/Flowmeter
Install so face is vertical.
5 Gas Hose Connection
Fitting has 5/8-18 right-hand
threads.
6 Flow Adjust
Typical flow rate is 20 cfh (cubic feet
per hour). Check wire
manufacturer’s recommended flow
rate.
Make sure flow adjust is closed
when opening cylinder to avoid
damage to the flowmeter.
7CO
2
Adapter
8 O-Ring
Install adapter with O-ring between
regulator/flowmeter and CO
2
cylinder.
Tools Needed:
1-1/8, 5/8 in.
1
2
3
6
4
5
1
2
3
7
8
CO
2
Gas
Argon Gas Or Mixed Gas
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