Design and function
TIG welding
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5.2.6 Welding torch (operating variants)
Different torch versions can be used with this machine.
Functions on the operating elements, such as torch triggers (BRT), rockers or potentiometers, can be mo-
dified individually via torch modes.
Explanation of symbols for operating elements:
Symbol
Description
Press torch trigger
Tap torch trigger
Tap and press torch trigger
5.2.6.1 Tapping function (tap torch trigger)
Tapping function: Swiftly tap the torch trigger to change the function. The set torch mode determines the
operating mode.
5.2.6.2 Torch mode setting
Modes 1 to 3 and 11 to 13 are available to the user. Modes 11 to 13 feature the same functionality as 1 to
3, but without the tapping function
> see 5.2.6.1 chapter
for the secondary current.
The functionality of the individual modes can be found in the corresponding torch type tables.
The torch modes are set using the torch configuration parameters "
" in the machine configuration
menu > torch mode "
"
> see 5.6 chapter
.
Only the modes listed are suitable for the corresponding torch types.
5.2.6.3 Up/down speed
Functionality
Press and hold the up push-button:
Increase current up to the maximum value (main current) set in the power source.
Press and hold the down push-button:
Decrease current to the minimum value.
Use the machine configuration menu
> see 5.6 chapter
to set the up/down speed parameter
which
determines the speed with which a current change becomes effective.
5.2.6.4 Standard TIG torch (5-pole)
Standard torch with one torch trigger
Figure
Operating ele-
ments
Explanation of symbols
BRT1 = torch trigger 1 (welding current on/off; secondary cur-
rent via tapping function)
Functions
Mode
Operating ele-
ments
Welding current on/off
1
(ex works)
Secondary current (latched operation)
