Installing and replacing wire guide tubes
The wire feed mechanism includes three wire guide tubes. Replace them when the filler wire diameter grows or the material changes.
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When replacing the outlet guide tube, the MIG welding torch must be detached. |
Select the new wire guide tubes according to the tables here: X3 wire feeder consumables.
To replace the wire guide tubes:
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Release the pressure arms and remove the filler wire and wire feed rolls from the system. |
>> Refer to Installing and replacing feed rolls for more information on the wire feed roll removal.
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Release the tightening screw on the mechanism frame and pull out the old inlet guide tube. |
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Remove also the old outlet guide tube by pushing it out through the welding torch connector. |
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Release the tightening knob in the middle and pull out the old middle guide tube. |
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Insert the new inlet guide tube in place and secure it by tightening the screw on the mechanism frame. |
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Install a new outlet guide tube by pushing it in through the welding torch connector. |
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Insert a new middle guide tube in place and secure it with the tightening knob. |
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Replace the wire feed rolls, as applicable. |
>> Refer to Installing and replacing feed rolls for more information on the wire feed roll installation.
