Hypertherm Duramax Hyamp Long Handheld Torches - Manual (Page 76)

76 Duramax Hyamp Long Handheld Torches Service Manual 808290
4 – Component Replacement
Install the torch lead
1. Clean the conical surface of the gas tube fitting to remove any dried or loose threadlocker. Apply a fresh drop of
threadlocker to the threads of the gas tube fitting on the torch body.
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The drop should not be wider than 2 threads in diameter.
Figure 36
2. Clamp the new torch lead in place, with the white wires facing up, to keep the lead from moving.
3. Remove the tape that you placed over the end of the gas line on the torch lead in step 8 on page 75.
4. Thread the conical end of the gas tube into the new torch lead until snug. The lead’s white wires must be
facing up.
Figure 37
CAUTION!
Do not get any threadlocker on the conical surface of the gas tube fitting to avoid causing damage
to the torch. If any threadlocker does get on this surface, clean it off immediately.
Conical surface of the gas tube
fitting
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