Hypertherm Duramax Hyamp Long Handheld Torches User Manual
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Duramax Hyamp Long Handheld Torches Service Manual 808290
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4 – Component Replacement
7. Use 2 wrenches to loosen the gas fitting
that secures the torch body’s gas tube to the torch lead
. Separate the
torch body assembly from the torch lead. See
Heating the gas fitting can help loosen the threadlocker and make removing the torch
body easier. Use a heat gun to slowly heat only the fitting until you can easily loosen the
fitting.
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8. Cover the end of the gas line on the torch lead with tape to keep dirt and other contaminants from getting in the gas
line.
CAUTION!
Do not apply heat to the wires. Heating the wires can damage the connections in the torch lead.
CAUTION!
Always use 2 wrenches to properly loosen and tighten the hex nuts and bolts mentioned in these
procedures. A strong threadlocker is used to assemble the torch, and loosening the nuts incorrectly
can damage the threads.
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