Fronius TransTig 1700, Operating Instructions Manual

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Only with MagicWave: Press the Mode button to select the required TIG
mode:
AC welding process
AC welding process with automatic cap-shaping function
DC welding process
3
Use the left or right parameter selection button to select the relevant weld-
ing parameters in the welding parameters overview
4
Use the adjusting dial to set the selected welding parameter to the required
value
All welding parameter set values that have been set using the adjusting dial
remain stored until the next time they are changed. This applies even if the
power source is switched off and on again in the meantime.
5
Open the gas cylinder valve
6
Set the shielding gas flow rate:
Press the Gas test button
The test gas flow lasts for a maximum of 30 seconds. Press the button again
to stop the gas flow prematurely.
- Turn the adjusting screw on the underside of the pressure regulator until
the pressure gauge shows the required gas flow rate
7
For long hosepacks and if condensation forms when the device is left unused
in a cold environment:
purge protective gas shield and set the GPU set-up parameter to a time value
8
Start welding (ignite the arc)
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