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TIG WELDING
ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH!
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Improper use of an electric Welder can cause electric shock, injury and death! Read all precautions described in the Welder
Manual to reduce the possibility of electric shock.
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Disconnect Welder from power supply before assembly, disassembly or maintenance of the torch, contact tip and when installing
or removing nozzles.
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Always wear dry, protective clothing and leather welding gloves and insulated footwear. Use suitable clothing made from durable
flame-resistant material to protect your skin.
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Always operate the Welder in a clean, dry, well ventilated area. Do not operate the Welder in humid, wet, rainy or poorly ventilated
areas.
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The electrode and work (or ground) circuits are electrically “hot” when the Welder is on. Do not allow these “hot” parts to come
in contact with your bare skin or wet clothing.
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Separate yourself from the welding circuit by using insulating mats to prevent contact from the work surface.
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Be sure that the work piece is properly supported and grounded prior to beginning an electric welding operation.
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Always attach the ground clamp to the piece to be welded and as close to the weld area as possible. This will give the least
resistance and best weld.
WELDING SPARKS CAN CAUSE FIRE OR EXPLOSION!
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Electric welding produces sparks which can be discharged considerable distances at high velocity igniting flammable or
exploding vapors and materials.
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Do not operate electric arc Welder in areas where flammable or explosive vapors are present.
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Do not use near combustible surfaces. Remove all flammable items within 35 feet of the welding area.
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Always keep a fire extinguisher nearby while welding.
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Use welding blankets to protect painted and or flammable surfaces; rubber weather-stripping, dash boards, engines, etc.
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If other persons or pets are in the area of welding, use welding screens to protect bystanders from sparks.
TIG WELDING SET-UP
• Set the Welder on a flat surface in the general area where the Welder will be used. A dedicated cart is best.
• Set the Process Selector Switch
[A]
on the Front Panel to “Stick/TIG”.
• Insert the Brass Connector of the TIG Torch Cable into the Negative (–) on the Lower Left Front Panel of the Welder. To connect the plug line up the key on
the plug with the keyway on the socket of the Welder, insert the plug and twist until it is tight.
• Insert the Brass Connector of the Ground Cable into the Positive (+) on the Lower Right Front Panel of the Welder. To connect the plug line up the key on
the plug with the keyway on the socket of the Welder, insert the plug and twist ½ turn until it is tight.
• Connect the Welder to a power source. This Welder requires a minimum 20 Amp, 120 VAC, 50/60 Hz Protected Circuit.
• Insert the electrode to be used into the Electrode Holder.
• Connect the Ground Clamp to a clean bare metal surface of the part to be welded.
• Turn on the Power Switch at the Upper Rear Panel of the Welder.
• The Welder is now ready for use.
ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH!
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Disconnect Welder from power supply before beginning.
