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Manual 0-4974
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PortaFeed/Stealth VS 212 Wire Feeder
MIG Cartridge Replacement
Installation Instructions
© 2009 by Thermadyne Industries Inc. Revision AE Date: May 20, 2010
General Information
The PortaFeed/Stealth VS 212 wire feeder features an
easily changeable MIG gun cartridge system. There are
five different cartridges available as illustrated below.
These installation instructions apply to all of them.
Recommended Tools
(Note: wrench and socket sizes may vary.)
• 5mm allen wrench
• medium philips screwdriver
• needle nose pliers
Supplied Parts
One of the following cartridge assemblies are included
in this kit:
Item Description Part Number
1 Miller Cartridge Assy W4005001
2 Lincoln Gas Cartridge Assy W4006002
3 Lincoln Gasless Cartridge Assy W4006001
4 EURO Cartridge Assy W4007001
5 Tweco Cartridge Assy W4004001
12 3
45
Art # A-07792_AC
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VS 212 / Stealth MIG Cartridge Removal
1. Remove (2) bolts at the front of the cartridge.
Remove (2) Bolts
Art # A-07793_AB
2. Loosen cartridge retention bolt.
Art # A-07794_AB
3. Remove gun retention screw.
Remove gun retention screw
Art # A-07795
4. Remove PCB protection cover.
CAUTION
Be sure that the wirefeeder is completely disconnected from the power supply before proceeding. Wire
should be removed from the feedrolls as well. Consult the wirefeeder's Operator Manual for details.
Remove screw
Pull cover off
Remove bolt
Art # A-07796
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5. Unplug gun connection wires.
Unplug gun connection wires
Art # A-07802
6. Pull cartridge out.
Art# A-07803_AB
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Art # A-07414_AB
VS 212 MIG Cartridge Replacement
Reverse procedure to install new cartridge.
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