Dan Weimer is an engineering lab technician at Bernard Welding, 449 W. Corning Road, PO Box 667, Beecher, IL 60401, 708-946-2281, Fax: 708-946-6726, www.bernardwelds.com.
Gun overheating can be a symptom of numerous problems, and it can result in catastrophic failure if ignored. Here are some common signs and causes of MIG gun overheating to be aware of that can help you prevent or quickly remedy the problem.
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