ESAB Classic No. Series Mig Guns User manual

CLASSIC NO. SERIES MIG GUNS

WITH VELOCITY2 CONSUMABLES

AIR COOLED MIG GUNS

180, 200, 300, 400, &

500 AMP

Revision: AC Issue Date: 20-06-2018 Manual No.: 89200840

500

60%

UP TO

(2.4 MM)

UP TO

WIRE SIZE DUTY CYCLECURRENTQR CODE

AMPS

UP TO

3/32”

SAFETY AND OPERATING

INSTRUCTIONS

English

French

Spanish

Italian

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when working with this product.

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Classic No. Series MIG Gun with VELOCITY2 Consumables

Safety and Operating Instructions

Manual Number: 89200840

Published by:

ESAB Group Inc.

2800 Airport Rd.

Denton, TX. 76207

(940) 566-2000

www.esab.com/tweco

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Publication Date: December 23, 2016

Revision Date: 20-06-2018

Record the following information for Warranty purposes:

Where Purchased: _______________________________________

Purchase Date: _________________________________________

Equipment Serial #: _________________________________________

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WARNING

Read and understand this entire Manual and your employer’s safety practices before installing, operating, or servicing the

equipment.

While the information contained in this Manual represents the Manufacturer's best judgment, the Manufacturer assumes

no liability for its use.

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Be sure this information reaches the operator.

You can get extra copies through your supplier.

CAUTION

These INSTRUCTIONS are for experienced operators. If you are not fully familiar with the

principles of operation and safe practices for arc welding and cutting equipment, we urge

you to read our booklet, "Precautions and Safe Practices for Arc Welding, Cutting, and

Gouging," Form 52-529. Do NOT permit untrained persons to install, operate, or maintain

this equipment. Do NOT attempt to install or operate this equipment until you have read

and fully understand these instructions. If you do not fully understand these instructions,

contact your supplier for further information. Be sure to read the Safety Precautions be-

fore installing or operating this equipment.

USER RESPONSIBILITY

This equipment will perform in conformity with the description thereof contained in this manual and accompanying labels and/or inserts when installed, operated,

maintained and repaired in accordance with the instructions provided. This equipment must be checked periodically. Malfunctioning or poorly maintained equipment

should not be used. Parts that are broken, missing, worn, distorted or contaminated should be replaced immediately. Should such repair or replacement become

necessary, the manufacturer recommends that a telephone or written request for service advice be made to the Authorized Distributor from whom it was purchased.

This equipment or any of its parts should not be altered without the prior written approval of the manufacturer. The user of this equipment shall have the

sole responsibility for any malfunction which results from improper use, faulty maintenance, damage, improper repair or alteration by anyone other than the

manufacturer or a service facility designated by the manufacturer.

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READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING.

PROTECT YOURSELF AN D OTHERS!

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ASSUREZ-VOUS QUE CE DOCUMENT D’INFORMATION EST DISTRIBUÉ À L’OPÉRATEUR.

DES COPIES SUPPLÉMENTAIRES SONT DISPONIBLES CHEZ VOTRE FOURNISSEUR.

MISE EN GARDE

Les INSTRUCTIONS suivantes sont destinées aux opérateurs qualiés seulement. Si

vous n’avez pas une connaissance approfondie des principes de fonctionnement et des

règles de sécurité applicables au soudage à l’arc et à l’équipement de coupage, nous vous

suggérons de lire notre brochure « Précautions et pratiques de sécurité pour le soudage

à l’arc, le coupage et le gougeage », Formulaire 52-529. Ne permettez PAS aux personnes

non qualiées d’installer, d’utiliser ou d’eectuer des opérations de maintenance sur cet

équipement cet équipement. Ne tentez PAS d’installer ou d’utiliser cet équipement avant

d’avoir lu et bien compris ces instructions. Si vous ne comprenez pas bien les instructions,

renseignez-vous auprès de votre fournisseur. Assurez-vous de lire les Règles de Sécurité

avant d’installer ou d’utiliser cet équipement.

RESPONSABILITÉS DE L’UTILISATEUR

Cet équipement fonctionnera conformément à la description contenue dans ce manuel, les étiquettes d’accompagnement et/ou les feuillets d’information à

condition d’être installé, utilisé, entretenu et réparé selon les instructions fournies. L’équipement doit être contrôlé de manière périodique. Ne jamais utiliser un

équipement qui ne fonctionne correctement bien ou n’est pas bien entretenu. Les pièces qui sont brisées, usées, déformées ou contaminées doivent être remplacées

immédiatement. Dans le cas où une réparation ou un remplacement est nécessaire, e fabricant recommande de faire une demande de conseil de service écrite

ou par téléphone auprès du distributeur agréé où l’équipement a été acheté.

Cet équipement ou ses pièces ne doivent pas être modiés sans permission préalable écrite du fabricant. L’utilisateur de l’équipement sera le seul responsable de

toute défaillance résultant de toute utilisation, maintenance, réparation incorrectes, de dommages ou encore de modication apportées par une personne autre

que le fabricant ou un centre de service désigné par ce dernier.

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ASSUREZ-VOUS DE LIRE ET DE COMPRENDRE LE MANUEL D’UTILISATION AVANT D’INSTAL-

LER OU D’UTILISER L’UNITÉ.

PROTÉGEZ-VOUS ET LES AUTRES!

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Table of Contents

SECTION 1: Safety Precautions ..............................................................................................1

1.01 Safety Precautions .........................................................................................................................................1

1.02 Mesures de sécurité .......................................................................................................................................2

SECTION 2: Introduction .......................................................................................................4

2.01 How to Use this Manual .................................................................................................................................4

2.02 Receipt of Equipment ....................................................................................................................................4

2.03 Description ....................................................................................................................................................4

SECTION 3: MIG GUN SPECIFICATIONS .....................................................................................5

3.01 MIG Gun Classication ...................................................................................................................................5

3.02 Duty Cycle ...................................................................................................................................................... 5

3.03 MIG Gun Part Number Identication..............................................................................................................5

SECTION 4: MIG Gun Installation ............................................................................................6

4.01 Direct Plug MIG Gun Installation .................................................................................................................... 6

SECTION 5: Classic No. Series with VELOCITY2 Maintenance .....................................................7

5.01 Installing or Replacing VELOCITY2 Contact Tip ...............................................................................................7

5.02 Conduit Removal ...........................................................................................................................................7

5.03 Conduit Installation .......................................................................................................................................8

5.04 Replace Conductor Tube .................................................................................................................................9

5.05 Optional Replacement Conductor Tubes ......................................................................................................12

SECTION 6: Cablehoz® Repair ...............................................................................................13

6.01 Cablehoz® Repair .........................................................................................................................................13

SECTION 7: Troubleshooting ................................................................................................ 13

SECTION 8: Consumables.....................................................................................................14

8.01 Nozzles and Tips ..........................................................................................................................................14

8.02 Conduit Liners..............................................................................................................................................16

SECTION 9: Replacement Parts ............................................................................................18

SECTION 10: Statement of Warranty ....................................................................................21

10.01 Warranty Schedule ......................................................................................................................................21

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SECTION 1: SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

1.01 Safety Precautions

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WARNING

SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH may result if welding and cutting equipment is not properly installed, used, and maintained.

Misuse of this equipment and other unsafe practices can be hazardous. The operator, supervisor, and helper must read

and understand the following safety warnings and instructions before installing or using any welding or cutting equip-

ment, and be aware of the dangers of the welding or cutting process. Training and proper supervision are important for

a safe work place. Keep these instructions for future use. Additional recommended safety and operating information is

referenced in each section.

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WARNING

This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause birth defects and other repro-

ductive harm. Wash hands after handling.

ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH

Install and maintain equipment in accordance with the National Electrical Code (NFPA 70) and local codes. Do not service

or repair equipment with power on. Do not operate equipment with protective insulators or covers removed. Service or

repair to equipment must be done by qualied and/or trained personnel only.

Do not contact electrically live parts. Always wear dry welding gloves that are in good condition. Aluminized, protective

clothing can become part of the electrical path. Keep oxygen cylinders, chains, wires, ropes, cranes, and hoists away

from any part of the electrical path. All ground connections must be checked periodically to determine if they are mechanically strong,

and electrically adequate for the required current. When engaged in AC welding/cutting under wet conditions or where perspiration

is a factor, the use of automatic controls for reducing the no load voltage is recommended to reduce shock hazards. Accidental contact

must be prevented when using open circuit voltage exceeding 80 volts AC, or 100 volts DC by adequate insulation or other means. When

welding is to be suspended for any length of time, such as during lunch or overnight, all electrode holders and electrodes should be

removed from the electrode holder and the power supply should be turned o to prevent accidental contact. Keep MIG Guns, electrode

holders, TIG torches, Plasma torches, and electrodes away from moisture and water.

SMOKE, FUMES, AND GASES CAN BE DANGEROUS TO YOUR HEALTH

Ventilation must be adequate to remove smoke, fumes, and gases during operation to protect operators and others

in the area. Vapors of chlorinated solvents can form the toxic gas "Phosgene" when exposed to ultraviolet radiation

from an electric arc. All solvents, degreasers, and potential sources of these vapors must be removed from the operating

area. Use air-supplied respirators if ventilation is not adequate to remove all fumes and gases. Oxygen supports, and

vigorously accelerates re and should never be used for ventilation.

ARC RAYS, HOT SLAG, AND SPARKS CAN INJURE EYES AND BURN SKIN

Welding and cutting processes produce extreme localized heat and strong ultraviolet rays. Never attempt to weld/

cut without a federally compliant welding helmet with the proper lens. A number 12 to 14 shade lter lens provides

the best protection against arc radiation. When in a conned area, prevent the reected arc rays from entering around

the helmet. Approved shielding curtains and appropriate goggles should be used to provide protection to others in

the surrounding area. Skin should be protected from arc rays, heat, and molten metal. Always wear protective gloves

and clothing. All pockets should be closed and cus sewn shut. Leather aprons, sleeves, leggings, etc. should be worn for out-of-position

welding and cutting, or for heavy operations using large electrodes. Hightop work shoes provide adequate protection from foot burns.

For added protection, use leather spats. Flammable hair preparations should not be used when welding/cutting. Wear ear plugs to

protect ears from sparks. Where work permits, the operator should be enclosed in an individual booth painted with a low reective

material such as zinc oxide.

WELDING SPARKS CAN CAUSE FIRES AND EXPLOSIONS

Combustibles reached by the arc, ame, ying sparks, hot slag, and heated materials can cause re and explosions.

Remove combustibles from the work area and/or provide a re watch. Avoid oily or greasy clothing as a spark may

ignite them. Have a re extinguisher nearby, and know how to use it. If welding/cutting is to be done on a metal wall,

partition, ceiling, or roof, precautions must be taken to prevent ignition of nearby combustibles on the other side. Do

not weld/cut containers that have held combustibles. All hollow spaces, cavities, and containers should be vented

prior to welding/cutting to permit the escape of air or gases. Purging with inert gas is recommended. Never use oxygen

in a welding torch. Use only inert gases or inert gas mixes as required by the process. Use of combustible compressed gases can cause

explosions resulting in personal injury or death. Arcing against any compressed gas cylinder can cause cylinder damage or explosion.

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NOISE CAN DAMAGE HEARING

Noise from the air carbon-arc process can damage your hearing. Wear protective hearing devices to ensure protection

when noise levels exceed OHSA standards. Adequate hearing protection devices must be worn by operators and

surrounding personnel to ensure personal protection against noise.

SAFETY AND OPERATING REFERENCES

1. Code of Federal Regulations (OSHA) Section 29, Part 1910.95, 132, 133, 134, 139, 251, 252, 253, 254 and 1000. U.S. Government

Printing Oce, Washington, DC 20402.

2. ANSI Z49.1 "Safety in Welding and Cutting".

3. ANSI Z87.1 "Practice for Occupational and Educational Eye and Face Protection".

4. ANSI Z88.2. "Standard Practice for Respiratory Protection". American National Standards Institute, 1430 Broadway, New York,

NY 10018.

5. AWS F4.1. "Recommended Safe Practices for Welding and Cutting Containers".

6. AWS C5.3. "Recommended Practices for Air Carbon-Arc Gouging and Cutting". The American Welding Society, 550 NW Lejeune

Rd., P.O. Box 351040, Miami, FL 33135.

7. NFPA 51B "Fire Prevention in Cutting and Welding Processes"

8. NFPA-7. "National Electrical Code". National Fire Protection Association, Battery Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

9. CSA W117.2. "Safety in Welding, Cutting and Allied Processes". Canadian Standards Association, 178 Rexdale Blvd., Rexdale,

Ontario, Canada M9W 1R3.

1.02 Mesures de sécurité

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AVERTISSEMENT

DES BLESSURES GRAVES OU MORTELLES peuvent résulter d’une installation, d’un usage ou d’un entretien inadéquat de

l’équipement de soudage et de découpage. Une mauvaise utilisation de cet équipement et d’autres pratiques risquées

peuvent être dangereuses. L’opérateur, le superviseur et l’aide doivent lire et comprendre les avertissements et les

instructions de sécurité suivantes avant d’installer ou d’utiliser tout équipement de soudage ou de découpage et être

conscients des dangers inhérents aux processus de soudage et de découpage. Une formation et une supervision adaptées

sont importantes pour assurer un lieu de travail sûr. Gardez ces instructions pour une utilisation future. Chaque section

comporte des informations supplémentaires de sécurité et de fonctionnement.

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AVERTISSEMENT

Ce produitcontient des produits chimiques, notamment du plomb, reconnu par l'Étatde la Californie pour causerdes mal-

formations congénitaleset d'autresdommages touchant le système reproductif. Se laver les mainsaprès manipulation.

UN CHOC ÉLECTRIQUE PEUT CAUSER DES BLESSURES OU LA MORT

L’installation et l’entretien de l’équipement doivent être conformes au Code national de l’électricité NFPA 70 et aux codes locaux.

N’eectuez pas l’entretien ou la réparation d’équipement en marche. N’opérez pas l’équipement sans isolateurs ou caches de protection.

L’entretien ou la réparation de l’équipement doivent être eectués uniquement par un technicien qualié ou par du personnel formé.

Ne touchez pas aux pièces électriques chargées. Portez toujours des gants de soudage au sec et en bon état. Les vêtements de

protection aluminisés peuvent devenir une partie du chemin électrique. Éloignez les bouteilles d’oxygène, les chaînes, les câbles

métalliques, les appareils de levage, les treuils et les élévateurs de toute partie du circuit électrique. Toutes les liaisons de terre doivent être vériées

périodiquement pour déterminer si elles sont solides et appropriées au courant demandé. En cas de soudage ou de découpage en courant alternatif

dans des conditions d’humidité ou de chaleur où l’opérateur risque de transpirer, il est recommandé d’utiliser des contrôles automatiques pour

réduire la tension à vide et ainsi diminuer les risques de choc électrique. Lorsque le procédé de soudage et de découpage exige des valeurs de

tension en circuit ouvert dans des machines à courant alternatif supérieur à 80 volts ou dans des machines à courant continu supérieur à 100

volts, il faut prendre des mesures pour empêcher un contact accidentel en prévoyant une isolation adéquate ou d autres moyens. Lorsqu’il faut

interrompre les activités de soudage pendant un certain temps, à l’heure du repas ou la nuit, par exemple, il faut enlever toutes les électrodes

du porte-électrode et mettre hors tension l’alimentation pour éviter tout contact accidentel. Gardez les pistolets MIG, les porte-électrodes, les

torches TIG, les torches à plasma et les électrodes loin de l’humidité et de l’eau.

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LA FUMÉE, LES ÉMANATIONS ET LES GAZ PEUVENT ÊTRE DANGEREUX POUR VOTRE SANTÉ

La ventilation doit être susante pour enlever la fumée, les émanations et les gaz pendant le fonctionnement de la torche an

protéger les opérateurs et les autres personnes présentes dans la zone. Les vapeurs de solvants chlorés peuvent former un gaz

toxique appelé « Phosgène » si elles sont exposées au rayonnement ultraviolet d un arc électrique. Il faut enlever de la zone de

travail tous les solvants, décapants et sources potentielles de ces vapeurs. Servez-vous d’appareils respiratoires à adduction d’air

si la ventilation n’est pas susante pour enlever toutes les émanations et gaz. L’oxygène alimente les incendies et en accélère

la propagation il ne faut jamais l’utiliser à des ns de ventilation.

L LES RAYONS DE L’ARC, LES SCORIES ET LES ÉTINCELLES CHAUDS PEUVENT BLESSER LES YEUX ET BRÛLER LA PEAU

Les procédés de soudage et de découpage produisent une chaleur extrême localisée et de puissants rayons ultraviolets. N’essayez

jamais de souder ou de couper sans casque soudage conforme aux normes du gouvernement fédéral et muni d’une lentille

appropriée. Des lentilles à ltre de numéro 12 à 14 fournissent la meilleure protection contre le rayonnement de l’arc. Dans un

endroit conné, il faut éviter que les rayons reétés de l’arc n’entrent autour du casque. Il faut utiliser des rideaux de protection

approuvés et des lunettes de protection appropriées pour protéger les autres personnes se trouvant aux abords. Il faut aussi protéger la peau nue

des rayons de l’arc, de la chaleur et du métal fondu. Portez toujours des gants et des vêtements de protection. Toutes les poches doivent être

fermées et les manchettes, cousues. Il faut porter un tablier, des manches, des guêtres, etc. en cuir pour eectuer de soudage ou de découpage

et dans le cas des activités intensives nécessitant de grandes électrodes. Les chaussures de sécurité montantes fournissent une protection susante

contre les brûlures aux pieds. Pour obtenir une plus grande protection, portez des guêtres en cuir. Il ne faut pas utiliser de produits capillaires

inammables avant d’eectuer des activités de soudage ou de découpage. Portez des bouchons d’oreilles pour vous protéger les oreilles des

étincelles. Lorsqu’il est possible de le faire dans la zone de travail, l’opérateur doit s’isoler dans une cabine individuelle recouverte d’un revêtement

à faible réectivité, comme l’oxyde de zinc.

LES ÉTINCELLES DE SOUDAGE PEUVENT CAUSER DES INCENDIES ET DES EXPLOSIONS

Les combustibles atteints par l’arc, les ammes, les vols d’étincelles, les scories chaudes et les matériaux chaués peuvent causer

des incendies et des explosions. Enlevez les combustibles de la zone de travail ou mettez en place du personnel de surveillance.

Évitez les vêtements huileux ou graisseux, car une étincelle peut y mettre le feu. Ayez un extincteur à proximité et sachez

comment l’utiliser. Si l’activité de soudage ou de découpage doit être fait contre un mur, une cloison, un plafond ou un toit, il

faut prendre des précautions pour d’enammer des combustibles qui se trouveraient à proximité, de l’autre côté. Ne soudez pas

et ne coupez pas de conteneurs ayant contenu des combustibles. Il faut aérer tous les espaces creux, les cavités et les conteneurs avant de les

soumettre au soudage ou au découpage an d’évacuer tout l’air ou le gaz qui peut s’y trouver. Il est recommandé d’eectuer une purge avec du

gaz inerte. N’utilisez jamais d’oxygène dans une tête de soudage. N’utilisez que des gaz inertes ou des mélanges de gaz inertes, conformément

aux exigences du procédé. L’utilisation de gaz combustibles comprimés peut causer des explosions entraînant des blessures ou la mort. Le fait

d’utiliser l’arc sur une bouteille de gaz comprimé peut endommager la bouteille ou causer une explosion.

LE BRUIT PEUT ENDOMMAGER L’OUÏE

Le bruit du procédé de l’arc avec électrode en carbone et jet d’air peut endommager l’ouïe. Portez un dispositif de protection de

l’ouïe pour vous protéger lorsque le niveau de bruit dépasse les normes de l’OSHA. Les opérateurs et le personnel aux abords

doivent porter un dispositif de protection de l’ouïe approprié pour les protéger ecacement contre le bruit.

RÉFÉRENCES EN MATIÈRE DE SÉCURITÉ ET D’UTILISATION

1. Code of Federal Regulations (OSHA), section 29, partie 1910.95, 132, 133, 134, 139, 251, 252, 253, 254 et 1000. U.S. Government Printing Oce, Washington,

DC 20402.

2. ANSI Z49.1 « Safety in Welding and Cutting ».

3. ANSI Z87.1 « Practice for Occupational and Educational Eye and Face Protection ».

4. ANSI Z88.2. « Standard Practice for Respiratory Protection ». American National Standards Institute, 1430 Broadway, New York, NY 10018.

5. AWS F4.1. « Recommended Safe Practices for Welding and Cutting Containers ».

6. AWS C5.3. « Recommended Practices for Air Carbon-Arc Gouging and Cutting ». The American Welding Society, 550 NW Lejeune Rd., P.O. Box 351040, Miami,

FL 33135.

7. NFPA 51B. « Fire Prevention in Cutting and Welding Processes ».

8. NFPA-7. « National Electrical Code » (code national de l’électricité). National Fire Protection Association, Battery Park, Quincy, MA 02269.

9. CSA W117.2. « Règles de sécurité en soudage, coupage et procédés connexes ». Association canadienne de normalisation, 178 boul. Rexdale, Rexdale, Ontario,

Canada M9W 1R3.

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SECTION 2: INTRODUCTION

2.01 How to Use this Manual

To ensure safe operation, read the entire manual, including the chapter on safety instructions and warnings. Throughout

this manual, the words WARNING, CAUTION, and NOTE may appear. Pay particular attention to the information provided

under these headings. These special annotations are easily recognized as follows:

NOTE!

An operation, procedure, or background information which requires additional emphasis or is helpful in ecient opera-

tion of the system.

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CAUTION

A procedure which, if not properly followed, may cause damage to the equipment.

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WARNING

A procedure which, if not properly followed, may cause injury to the operator or others in the operating area.

WARNING

Gives information regarding possible electrical shock injury. Warnings will be enclosed in a box such as this.

2.02 Receipt of Equipment

When you receive the equipment, check it against the invoice to make sure it is complete and inspect the equipment for

possible damage due to shipping. If there is any damage, notify the carrier immediately to le a claim. Furnish complete

information concerning damage claims or shipping errors to the location in your area, listed on the back cover of this

manual. Include a full description of the parts in error.

2.03 Description

Tweco Classic MIG Guns are furnished with rear connections to t directly into most Miller

®

, Lincoln

®

, and Euro connection

wire feeders. These guns are referred to as Direct Plug MIG Guns. Tweco Classic MIG guns are also furnished with the time-

proven MIG-Kwik connection. The MIG-Kwik connection, when utilized with a Tweco adapter kit, allows a Tweco Classic

MIG gun to be installed on almost any wire feed system. For a listing of available adapter kits call Tweco Customer Care.

Miller is registered trademark of Illinois Tool Works, Inc. Lincoln is a registered trademark of Lincoln Electric Co. The aforementioned registered trademarks are no way aliated with Tweco Products, Inc.

or ESAB. Tweco Classic is a registered trademark of ESAB.

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SECTION 3: MIG GUN SPECIFICATIONS

3.01 MIG Gun Classication

Process MIG/MAG welding

Method of Guidance Manually guided

Type of Cooling Air

Type of Shielding Gas All types

3.02 Duty Cycle

Tweco Classic with VELOCITY2 MIG Guns (180, 200, 300, 400, and 500 Amps) with CO

2

(Carbon Dioxide) are rated at 60%

duty cycle per IEC 60974-7.

3.03 MIG Gun Part Number Identication

NOTE!

Classic MIG guns, as a general rule, have a specic nomenclature incorporated within each part number to help determine

the wire size of each MIG gun.

Example Part Number:

Miller Rear Connection, 400 AMP 15 foot (5M) Cable

No. SeriesConnection

Style

354515V M 4

Velocity2 Length Wire size

Connection Style Brand

No letter Tweco

M Miller

L Lincoln

X Euro

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SECTION 4: MIG GUN INSTALLATION

NOTE!

Be certain that the end user (welder, operator, or helper) reads and understands these instructions. Be certain that the

welder also reads Section 2 "Safety Precautions."

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WARNING

Electric shock can cause injury or death.

POWER

SOURCE

WIRE FEEDER

GROUND

WORK PIECE

GUN

Figure 1: Standard MIG Gun Installation

4.01 Direct Plug MIG Gun Installation

Direct plug MIG guns install by directly inserting the rear connector plug into the feeder wire guide outlet (see gure 2) and

tightening the plug retaining screw. All models of MIG guns, except the Euro-Kwik guns, require a control wire assembly

to attach the MIG gun trigger leads to the feeder. The control wire assemblies plug into the rear connector case of the MIG

gun, and into the control wire receptacle on the feeder. Euro-Kwik connections are installed by inserting the gun connection

into the feeder receptacle, aligning the conduit plug rst, then the gas plug. Push until all ttings are seated, then tighten

the nut hand tight as shown in gure 3.

Figure 2

Figure 3

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SECTION 5: CLASSIC NO. SERIES WITH VELOCITY2 MAINTENANCE

This section discusses servicing and or replacing various components of the VELOCITY2 Classic No. Series MIG Gun.

!

WARNING

Disconnect power from MIG Gun before servicing.

5.01 Installing or Replacing VELOCITY2 Contact Tip

Avoid excessive consumables wear by periodically rotating tips.

Increase consumables life by occasionally rotating tips.

!

CAUTION

While nozzle and contact tip are removed, maintain an adequate distance of the wire from metal objects to avoid burn-

backs to conduit or conductor tube.

1. (REPLACING) Remove worn nozzle and tip. (Clean nozzle if reusing.)

2. (NEW INSTALL) Slide new contact tip over the conduit end

and into the conductor tube end.

3. Replace the nozzle. Hand tighten. (Nozzle secures tip).

NOTE!

For proper operation the nozzle MUST be tight.

4. Trim wire to desired stick out. (Refer to Section 5.03 for trimming instructions.)

The MIG gun is now ready operation.

5.02 Conduit Removal

1. Lay the MIG Gun out on a table or on the oor in a straight line. Make sure the gun is fully extended and all

twists in the cable are removed.

2. Remove the nozzle and contact tip.

NOTE!

On Miller® Direct Plug MIG Guns, remove the nipple on the end of the connector plug. On Euro-Kwik® connections,

remove the conduit retaining cap.

3. Loosen the conduit set screw in the front of the gun. Then loosen the conduit set screw in the rear connector

plug.

4. Grip the conduit stop and remove the conduit with a twisting motion. On Miller

®

Direct Plug MIG Guns, twisting

the rear of the gun approximately one revolution clockwise will raise the conduit stop out of the connector plug

recess.

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5.03 Conduit Installation

1. Uncoil the conduit and lay it in a straight line. Insert the conduit into the rear connector plug. Push the conduit

into the gun with short strokes. If the conduit hangs up, twist the conduit counterclockwise or gently whip the

cable while applying pressure to the conduit.

2. When the conduit is completely in the gun, tighten the rear conduit set screw. On Miller

®

guns, reinstall the

nipple. On Euro-Kwik

®

guns, reinstall the conduit retaining cap.

3. Trim the conduit extending from the conductor tube to the appropriate length; reference below for cut lengths.

Conduc

tor tube end

Score on nozzle end

Nozzle

CUT

Method I

Conduit Trim Length

3/8”

(9 mm to 10 mm)

Conductor end

CUT

Method II

4. Inspect the cut conduit end to remove burrs because they could interfere with wire feeding or conict with the

conduit seating inside the VELOCITY2 tip. Remove burrs with a le or side cutter.

5. Insert the contact tip and HAND tighten the nozzle.

The MIG Gun is now ready to be reinstalled on the feeder.

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5.04 Replace Conductor Tube

Read and follow all safety instructions in this manual. See Section 9: Replacement Parts for VELOCITY2 Conductor

Tube Assembly part numbers.

!

WARNING

Remove MIG Gun from the feeder prior to beginning these steps.

TOOLS REQUIRED

Snips or side cutter, crimpers, 5/32 hex wrench, 7/32 hex wrench, and standard Phillips-head screwdriver

Remove and Replace Conductor Tube

The conductor tube is attached to the MIG Gun handle by two set screws on the bottom of the handle. To remove:

1. Remove the front end consumables from the conductor tube.

2. Remove conduit liner.

3. Lay MIG Gun on side, screw side up and remove all handle screws at

the front of the gun handle. Open top handle case and lift trigger

from lower handle. Disconnect the wires from the trigger switch

and fold back. Set both aside.

4. Lift the conductor tube assembly from the back handle case. Set the case aside.

5. Fold back any other wires. Remove any tape banding or banded clamps from the tubing side of the assembly.

Metal cutting snips may be required to remove some banded clamps.

6. Place brass connector in a vise with set screws face up.

7. Use a 7/32 hex wrench to loosen the set screws.

8. Remove conductor tube from the brass connector. Optionally, cut the tubing at the brass connector to allow for

an easier conductor tube removal.

9. Set brass connector aside and discard old conductor tube.

10. Without cutting into the inner tubing, wires, or copper wire, trim

the tubing outer sheath 2-1/2" back from existing end of the tubing.

50,8-63,5mm

(2”-2.5”)

11. Cut o the inner tubing at 1/4" - 3/8" longer than the outer sheath.

(Do not trim copper strands.) The cut end of the inner tubing needs

to be square and clean of any tears or burrs.

Cut

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12. Insert the copper wire into the brass connector and set the clamp

block inside the brass connection on top of the copper wire.

13. Flare out the end of the inner tubing.

14. Prepare the conductor tube nipple end with a light coat of multi-

purpose white glue (PVA).

15. Position the brass connector with the copper wire and clamp block

next to the set screws in the brass connector. Slide the conductor

tube nipple end through the brass connector and into the end of

the inner tubing. The tubing outer sheath should be near or against

the side of the brass connector. The conductor tube shoulder should

be on the other side and against the brass connector with the extra

copper wire exposed.

16. Conrm the tube is correctly aligned with the brass connector and

tighten the brass connection set screws.

17. Trim excess copper wire from conductor tube side of brass

connection.

18. Secure the cable hose with a band clamp. Tape down the two extra

lead wires.

19. Recap trigger wire ends.

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20. Connect trigger wires to trigger. Angle the capped ends of the trigger

wires towards the trigger leaves.

21. Re-assemble the handle making sure the wires are not pinched.

22. Trim conduit liner.

Conduc

tor tube end

Score on nozzle end

Nozzle

CUT

23. Check the length of conduit extending from the conductor tube front end and adjust if necessary.

24. Install consumables.

!

WARNING

Do not point MIG Gun towards your face.

25. Plug the MIG Gun into the welding machine and feed wire until it appears out the front of the MIG Gun.

26. Trim excess wire.

27. The MIG Gun is ready for use.

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5.05 Optional Replacement Conductor Tubes

Tweco oers replacement conductor tubes, refer to Section 8, that has a stainless steel sleeve & lock collar on the end of

the tube to accept the VELOCITY2 front end wear parts.

Installing/Replacing Stainless Steel Sleeve / Lock Collar

The Stainless Steel Sleeve is held in place by one screw (some models have two screws) and the sleeve holds the lock

collar assembly in place.

SCREW (SLEEVE)

Lock collar and wave spring are held

in place by the stainless steel sleeve.

STAINLESS STEEL SLEEVE

CONDUCTOR TUBE END

Tighten until screw head bottoms out.

Figure 4

1. Remove the front end consumables from the conductor tube.

2. Using a 5/64" Hex wrench remove the Sleeve Screw(s) and slide the Stainless Steel Sleeve o the conductor

tube end.

Notice that the Lock Collar assembly is now loose.

3. If the Lock Collar assembly is being replaced, remove the assembly now.

a) Clean conductor tube end and lock collar seat on the conductor tube.

b) Assemble the Lock Collar parts in this order and slide onto the conductor tube end.

Lock Collar

Spring Washer Snap Ring

Figure 5

4. Slide the Stainless Steel Sleeve onto the conductor tube end.

5. Align the set screw with the threaded hole in the conductor tube and tighten until the screw bottoms out. Do

not overtighten.

Set Screw

The conductor tube Stainless Steel Sleeve replacement is complete. Trim the conduit and install the consumables.

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SECTION 6: CABLEHOZ® REPAIR

6.01 Cablehoz® Repair

If you should nd it necessary to repair Cablehoz connection(s), repair instructions can be found at

www.esab.com/tweco our website.

RED

WHITE

BLACK

RED

WHITE

BLACK

TRIGGER

NOT USED

BLUE

BROWN

CONTROL WIRE

CABLEHOZ

{

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SECTION 7: TROUBLESHOOTING

Contact tips and nozzles should be cleaned frequently. Spatter buildup may cause bridging between nozzle and tip. This

could cause electrical shorting between the nozzle and work piece as well as poor or improper gas ow. Regularly inspect

the conductor tube, handle, cable, and other parts of the MIG Gun for abrasion, cuts, or undue wear. Replace or repair any

parts found decient. Refer to www.tweco.com for MIG Gun troubleshooting chart(s).

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SECTION 8: CONSUMABLES

8.01 Nozzles and Tips

VELOCITY2 Nozzle Identication

VNM50FS

VELOCITY2

Nozzle

Blank=Standard Recess

F=Flush

2PC=Two Piece

R=Recess 1/4" (6.35 mm)

FAS=Spot Weld

FC=Flux Core

S= Small (Light Duty)

M=Medium Duty

H=Heavy Duty

ET=Extended Taper

Oriﬁce Opening Size:

37=3/8” 62=5/8”

50=1/2” 75=3/4”

Blank= Fixed Threaded

S=Adjustable Slip

Nozzle Convention

2 Knurl Rings VNM

3 Knurl Rings VNH

4 Knurl Rings VNET

Medium Duty Heavy Duty

VELOCITY2 Contact Tip Identication

VTMA30

VELOCITY2

Tip

S= Small (Light Duty)

M=Medium Duty

H=Heavy Duty

ET=Extended Taper

A=Alum

Blank=Other

Wire Size: 364=3/64”

23=0.023” 116=1/16”

30=0.030” 564=5/64”

35=0.035” 332=3/32”

40=0.040” 764=7/64”

45=0.045” 18=1/8”

Contact Tip Convention

2 Rings VTM

3 Rings VTH

4 Rings VTET

Medium Duty Heavy Duty

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