ESAB PT-20AMX Manuel D'instruction page 283

SECTION 5
WARNING
!
Make sure that the power source
has been turned off and that the
power cable has been unplugged
at the wall receptacle before
proceeding.
5.7 Removal and Replacement of the Torch Cables
1. Disconnect the torch cable assembly from the power source. Refer to your power
source instruction booklet for detailed instructions.
2. Remove the torch body and handle from the cable assembly as described in the
previous section.
3. Lay the cable assembly on the floor and stretch it out completely. This should be
done in an area that is approximately 1-1/2 times as long as the cable assembly.
4. Using a piece of cord or sturdy twine about half the length of the torch cables,
secure one end of the cord around the cables at the torch end and secure the other
end of the cord to a stationary object.
5. Remove the tape securing the cable sheath to the cables at both ends.
6. Secure the torch cables at the power source end and pull the sheath completely
off the cables and onto the cord used in Step 4.
7. Untie the cord from the cables and replace the damaged cable or cables. Be sure
to retain the vinyl tube used to insulate the pilot arc connector.
8. Resecure the torch ends of the cables with the cord, and pull the cable sheath
back off of the cord and onto the cables.
9. Untie the cord from the cables and temporarily secure the torch body to the cable
connections.
10. Secure the sheath to the cables using electrical tape at both ends.
11. Remove the torch body (temporarily installed in Step 9) from the cables and
slide the handle over the cables and cable sheath. Install the vinyl tube over the
pilot arc cable.
12. Reconnect the torch body to the cables as described in the previous section and
reinstall the torch handle onto the torch body.
13. Reconnect the torch cables to the power source.
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