Removing/Replacing Torch Head And Switch From Service Line - ESAB PT-32EH Manuel D'instruction

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5.2 rEMoVINg / rEplacINg torch hEaD aND
sWItchEs froM sErVIcE lINE
Before any maintenance is attempted on this torch, make
sure the power switch on the console is in the "off"
position and the primary input is deenergized.
1. Remove six screws from handle. Separate the two
halves of the handle
2. Carefully remove the torch body and switches from
the assembly. Pull the insulating sleeves back to ex-
pose the hose and cable connections. If the switch
is to be replaced, remove switch and snip leads (2)
at the spliced connections. (Replacement switches
are supplied with new splices and extra long leads)
3. Replace insulation as shown. Replace switches in as-
sembly. Proceed to step 6.
4. If the torch head is to be replaced, remove the power
cable from the Torch Head by using two wrenches to
prevent twisting brass tube.
POWER CABLE
5. Next, remove the Pilot Arc connection from the Torch
Head using two wrenches to prevent twisting stainless
steel tube.
PILOT ARC
CONNECTION
6. Place the torch head into the assembly and guide the
cables and tubes into the housing. Fold the wiring
into the cavity, being careful not to overlap any mat-
ing surfaces of the housing. Replace the other half
of the housing and tighten the six screws. Tighten
screws until there is no gap between the two halves
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