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Setting up the Equipment for TIG Welding (GTAW):
Lanthanated Tungsten 1/16” to 1/8” (MAX) recommended for use.
WARNING: TIG TORCH IS ALWAYS LIVE (ELECTRICALLY HOT).
Use caution and ensure the TIG torch is not in contact with or near conductive or grounded materials.
• Connect the TIG torch cable to the NEGATIVE (-) DINSE SOCKET (8) of the welder.
• Connect the ground cable connector to the POSITIVE (+) DINSE SOCKET (10) of the welder.
• Ensure the ground clamp has a good connection to the workpiece and is connected on clean, bare metal (not rusty or
painted).
• Connect the TIG torch gas line to the gas regulator (argon gas or argon/helium).
INERT GAS (ARGON OR ARGON/HELIUM) ONLY.
TURN ON GAS AT THE GAS REGULATOR, CHECK FOR GAS FLOW AND ADJUST FLOW RATE
AS NEEDED.
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Fix the tungsten electrode so that it protrudes approximately ¼ inch from the torch nozzle.
•
Ensure the TIG torch is safely away from all conductive materials.
•
Switch the unit ON with the POWER SWITCH.
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Using the PROCESS SELECTOR BUTTON on the front panel to choose which TIG option needed: AC TIG (1a), DC TIG
HF (1b), or DC TIG LIFT (1c).
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Set the amperage with the SECONDARY PARAMETER KNOB/SELECTOR.
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Set the max amperage with the AMPERAGE ADJUSTMENT KNOB
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Press pedal or torch button.
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Initiate the weld arc.
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Use pedal or torch to adjust output amperage while working.
REMEMBER TO CLOSE THE VALVE ON THE GAS CYLINDER IMMEDIATELY AFTER ALL WELDING
IS COMPLETED.
Welding Tips:
• Always weld clean, dry and well-prepared material.
• Move the torch smoothly and steadily as you weld.
• Avoid welding in very drafty areas. A weak, pitted and porous weld will result due to drafts blowing away the
protective welding gas.
• Sharp bends or kinks in the welding cable should be avoided.
• The diameter of the welding electrode should be approximately the same as the thickness of the metal to be welded.
• The packaging of the welding electrode typically gives a recommended range for the welding current. Set the
amperage accordingly.
Setup for TIG Welding (GTAW)
220 AC TIG SET-UP CHART
TIG
(AC)
(GTAW)
Polarity
Material
Thickness
1/16" (1.6mm)
3/32" (2.4mm)
1/8" (3.2mm)
3/16" (4.8mm)
DCEN
DCEN
-Recommend
2%
Certiated
Tungsten
Filler
Diameter
Amperage
Gas
Cup
Tungsten
Diam
Filler
Diameter
Amperage
Gas
Cup
Tungsten
Diam
Filler
Diameter
Amperage
Gas
Cup
Tungsten
Diam
Filler
Diameter
Amperage
Gas
Cup
Tungsten
Diam
100%
Argon
1/16"
(1.6mm)
50-80
3/8"
(#6)
1/16"
(1.6mm)
1/16"
(1.6mm)
80-110
3/8"
(#6)
1/16"
(1.6mm)
3/32"
(2.4mm)
85-120
3/8"
(#6)
1/16:
(1.6mm)
1/8"
(3.2mm)
125-200
7/16"
(#7)
3/32"
(2.4mm)
220 DC TIG SET-UP CHART
TIG
(DC)
(GTAW)
Polarity
Material
Thickness
1/16" (1.6mm)
1/8" (3.2mm)
3/16" (4.8mm)
1/4" (6.4mm)
DCEN
DCEN
-Recommend
2%
Certiated
Tungsten
Filler
Diameter
Amperage
Gas
Cup
Tungsten
Diam
Filler
Diameter
Amperage
Gas
Cup
Tungsten
Diam
Filler
Diameter
Amperage
Gas
Cup
Tungsten
Diam
Filler
Diameter
Amperage
Gas
Cup
Tungsten
Diam
100%
Argon
1/16"
(1.6mm)
50-80
3/8"
(#6)
1/16"
(1.6mm)
1/16"
(1.6mm)
80-110
3/8"
(#6)
1/16"
(1.6mm)
3/32"
(2.4mm)
85-120
3/8"
(#6)
1/16:
(1.6mm)
1/8"
(3.2mm)
125-200
7/16"
(#7)
3/32"
(2.4mm)
