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How To Install the TOUGH GUN Reamer Stand

Unpack the TOUGH GUN® reamer stand and inspect for any damage ensuring that there are no bent, corroded, or missing parts.  Confirm that the stand has been manufactured to the correct height. The stand can be ordered in any of the heights shown in the table below: Part NumberWidth (in.)Part NumberWidth (in.)RST-1818″RST-3030″RST-2020″RST-3232″RST-2222″RST-3535″RST-2323″RST-3636″RST-2424″RST-4040″RST-2727″RST-4545″RST-2929″ The stand is […]

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How to Install AccuLock S Liners Using Power Pin Cap With Set Screw

Installation With Set Screw Installation Without Set Screw(purchased before March 17, 2022) Step 1 A. Remove the nozzle B. Loosen the gas diffuser C. Remove the gas diffuser D. Loosen the set screw in the power pin cap and remove the cap from the rear of the gun. (Example of how to loosen the set […]

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How To Install the Dual Shunt Kit

Contact us if you have more complex or technical questions. Step 1: Removal of Single Shunt 1. Remove single shunt using a 4mm Allen key 2. Discard OLD shunt and OLD M6x8 SBHCS (2) and washers (2) Step 2: Identification On the NEW shunts (2), the BLUE dot will indicate the LEFT side shunt (Install […]

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How To Install an LSR+ Unicable Extension

Important Note: If you find that your cable is too short and the power pin won’t plug into the feeder, please use the 1″ cable extension.  Thread the 414-700EX-01 cable extension into the brass block of the LSR+ Unicable and torque to 18 ft.-lbs. Thread power pin clockwise into the 414-700EX-01 cable extension and torque […]

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How To Install the LSR+ Flange on an OTC Daihen Robot

Note: The following instructions are applicable for OTC Daihen® robot models NB4, NB4L, FD-B4 and FD-B4L  Slide one half of the clamp between LSR+ Unicable and robot wrist.Make sure LSR+ clutch cable slot is facing up. Take second half of the clamp and assemble with M5x30mm LG SHCS. Important Note: Do NOT tighten the screws […]

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How To Install a TOUGH GUN ThruArm Robotic MIG Gun onto a Motoman Robot

Note: The following installation instructions are applicable to installing TOUGH GUN® TA3 robotic air-cooled MIG guns on Motoman® MA1440, MA2010 and MA3120 robots  Step 1: Aluminum Spacer Installation Step 2: LSR+ Unicable Installation into Connector Step 3: Connector, Outer Cover, Power Pin, Neck and Consumable Installation INS099  11/2016

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How To Install a TOUGH GUN TA3 MIG Gun on a Panasonic Robot

Important Note: The following instructions are applicable for installing TOUGH GUN® TA3 robotic air-cooled MIG guns on Panasonic® TM-1100, TM-1400, TM-1600 and TM-1800 Robots Step 1: Transition Flange and Spacer Installation Step 2: LSR Unicable Installation into Connector Step 3: Connector Installation  INS096  11/16

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How To Install Front-End Air Blast for TOUGH GUN ThruArm Series MIG Guns

Step 1: Remove the 2 screws which retain Item #1 and slide cover back to expose Item #2.Locate Items #2 and #3 and remove both pieces. Once Items #2 and #3 have been removed, remove Item #4 from the front housing by loosening the pinch bolt through clearance hole in aluminum spacer. Step 2: Install Items […]

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How To Install an LSR+ Flange on an ABB Robot

Note: The following instructions are applicable for ABB® IRB1600ID, IRB1520ID, IRB2600ID and IRB1660ID robot models  Secure the LSR+ Flange on the robot wrist with M6x1.0-25mm LG SHCS.Slide the LSR+ Unicable through the robot wrist and LSR+ Flange.Install the LSR+ Unicable on the TOUGH GUN™ ThruArm™ Connector.Secure the TOUGH GUN ThruArm Connector to the robot wrist.Connect […]

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How To Install or Replace the PER-2599 Motor

The following images detail the installation of new motor PER-2510. This motor is not compatible with the existing mounting bracket on spatter cleaner untis made before March 2012 and may also require new valve assembly ER-2700, series number ER-1635 and lower. The new motor is assembled and marked inside the new mounting bracket for reference […]

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How To Install or Remove Wire Brake on a TOUGH GUN G2 Series Robotic MIG Gun

Important Note: This product is factory set for wire equal to or smaller than 0.045”. If you are using wire 0.052” and larger, please remove and replace the wire guide within the neck housing and replace it with the larger size (part #598G2-116) that is supplied in the product box. Wire Brake Kit ItemPart NumberDescription1599Pushing […]

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How to Replace QUICK LOAD Liners Into Retainer or AutoLength Pin

1. Remove consumables (nozzle, contact tip and retaining head). 2. Pull the existing QUICK LOAD™ Liner from the neck using pliers. 3. Remove the protective cap from the new QUICK LOAD Liner. 4. Insert the QUICK LOAD Liner through the neck using the wire as a guide. Push the QUICK LOAD Liner in using short […]

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How to Install QUICK LOAD Liners When Replacing Conventional Liners

1. Remove the protective cap from the new QUICK LOAD® Liner. 2. Install this liner from the back of the MIG gun with retainer attached (using the same procedure as installing a conventional liner). Future replacements will be done from the front. (Refer to How to Replace QUICK LOAD Liners). 3. IMPORTANT! Push liner back […]

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How To Install the TT3-500 TOUGH GUN Sprayer onto a TOUGH GUN TT3 Reamer

The following images and instructions detail the installation of the TT3-500 TOUGH GUN® Sprayer onto the TOUGH GUN TT3 Reamer. Figure 1 Open the box and inspect the items for any noticeable damage to the parts during shipping.The TT3-500 Sprayer should only be installed onto a TOUGH GUN TT3 Reamer (analog or Ethernet model). Other […]

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How To Install the Filter-Regulator Unit to the TOUGH GUN TT3 Reamer

The following images and instructions detail the installation of the Filter/Regulator unit onto a TOUGH GUN® TT3 reamer: Remove the Filter/Regulator from the box.Ensure that all the required parts are present (see Figure 1):Filter BodyRegulatorPressure GaugeMounting BracketSafety Shut Off Valve Figure 1 Visually inspect for any cracks or defects in all the parts.Install air fitting […]

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How to Repair the Cable on a BTB MIG Gun with a T Series Small Straight Handle

Remove consumables (Nozzle, Retaining Head, Contact Tip).Remove the liner from the gun.Mount neck in the vise.Disassemble handle and remove switch from leads.Move the handle back. Bend cable behind connector cone. Cut cable at bend.Slide two large “Oetiker” clamps 1.5 ft. down the cable (required for crimping later).From your cut (end of cable), measure 3” back […]

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How to repair the cable on a MIG Gun with a T Series Straight Handle

Remove consumables (Nozzle, Retaining Head, Contact Tip). Remove the liner from the gun. Mount neck in the vise. Disassemble handle and remove switch from leads. Move the handle back.Bend cable behind connector cone. Cut cable at bend. Slide two large “Oetiker” clamps 1.5 ft. down the cable (required for crimping later). From your cut (end […]

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How To Replace the TOUGH GUN CA3 Gun Unicable

IMPORTANT: The following instructions pertain to unicable replacement on TOUGH GUN CA3 MIG Guns manufactured on or after April 8, 2015 NOTE: Unicable replacement can be done while the gun is mounted to the robot. There is no need to uninstall the gun before proceeding. Remove nozzle, retaining head and liner.FOR CLUTCH MODELS ONLY: Disconnect […]

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How To Install the TOUGH GUN TT3 Reamer Sprayer Valve Retrofit Kit

Required Tools: 9/16″ wrench11/16″ wrench5 mm Allen key3 mm Allen key2.5 mm Allen keyPrecision flat head screwdriverWire strippers Installation Instructions Disconnect power and air. Identify your anti-spatter source (bulk-feed or Tregaskiss supplied reservoir). Disconnect the source from the bracket mounted on the side of your TOUGH GUN® TT3 Reamer. Remove the MALE fitting from the […]

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How To Install or Replace a Euro Power Pin on a BTB Platform Gun

Remove liner and strain relief from the gun assembly. Disconnect the Euro block leads from the gun by cutting as close as possible on both sides of the butt connectors in order to preserve wire for later retermination. Slide adaptor nut toward cable, thus exposing the Euro block. Remove Euro block from end fitting using wrenches […]

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How To Install or Replace a Bernard Quick Disconnect on a BTB Platform Gun

Remove liner from gun assembly. Viewing quick disconnect from cable end, align wave spring and large snap ring with opening access slot. Compress large snap ring with internal snap ring pliers and remove locking sleeve. Remove small external snap ring with external snap ring pliers from power pin. Remove the control leads from the rigid strain […]

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