Title: Perform safety inspections of all FCAW-G equipment and accessories.
Course: Welding II (13207-II) > Section: Demonstrating Flux-cored Arc Welding (FCAW)

Performance should include a visual inspection of the following FCAW-G equipment and accessories on a daily basis, in accordance with instructor or employer policy:

- Regulator
- Hoses
- Welding leads (e.g., gun, torch, ground leads)

Process/Skill Questions:

- Why is it important to back the adjustor handle off when the regulator is not in use?
- Why is it important to purge the gas cylinder before installing the regulator on a new cylinder?
- Why is it important to make sure all connections are tight on the work lead and clamp?