8 Maintenance and cleaning
NOTICE
• The maintenance intervals given are recommended values and refer to single-shift
operation.
• Only qualified personnel are permitted to perform work on the device or system.
• Check coolant hoses, seals, and connections for damage and tightness. Replace as
necessary.
• Check and wear your personal protective equipment.
The parts of the SR/ABITIG
these parts must be subjected to regular maintenance and cleaning:
• Torch body
• Gas nozzle
• Tungsten electrodes
• Back cap
• Collet body
Sharpening the tungsten electrode
Sharpening the tungsten electrode depends on wear and must therefore be carried out when
required.
Fig. 2
To sharpen the tungsten electrode, use a sharpening device with a diamond wheel. In doing so,
observe the following:
• The point is sharpened longitudinally through the center axis.
• Automatic regulation of the tungsten electrode drive by gravity.
• Can be set for all electrode diameters.
• Continuous adjustment of the angle.
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GRIP listed below are subject to wear and soiling. This is why
Sharpening the tungsten electrode
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SR/ABITIG
GRIP
BAL.0047 • 2019-06-19