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Thank you for selecting the R-Tech TIG200DV Inverter DC Tig  Welder. 

The TIG200DV has many benefits over traditional tig welders, including pulse welding, slope 

up/down, remote foot option and an industrial 60% duty cycle. 

We want you to take pride in operating our TIG200DV as much pride as we have taken in 

making this product for you. Please read all information in this manual before operation 

PLEASE EXAMINE CARTON AND EQUIPMENT FOR DAMAGE IMMEDIATELY 

When this equipment is shipped, title passes to the purchaser upon receipt from the courier.  

Consequently all claims for material damaged in shipment must be made by purchaser against the 

transportation company used. 

Please record your equipment identification below for future reference. This information can be found on 

data plate at rear of machine. 

Product TIG200DV 

Serial No. ___________________________________ 

Date of Purchase _____________________________ 

Where Purchased _____________________________ 

Whenever you request replacement parts or information on this equipment please always supply 

information you have recorded above 

This product is covered by 2 years parts and labour warranty, we will cover collection, repair and 

return to UK mainland (other areas 

are 

RTB). External items, torch, earth lead etc are covered by 3 

months warranty. Any faults/damage found caused by customer will be charged pro-rata. 

Pay particular attention to the safety instructions we have provided you for your protection 

The level of seriousness to be applied to each section is explained below 

WARNING

This statement appears where the information must be followed exactly to avoid serious personal 

injury. 

CAUTION 

This statement appears where the information must be following to avoid a minor personal injury or 

damage to this equipment. 

Summary of Contents for TIG200DV

Page 1: ...www r techwelding co uk email sales r techwelding co uk Tel 01452 733933 Fax 01452 733939 TIG200DV TIG WELDER OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Version 2014 1...

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Page 3: ...ar of machine Product TIG200DV Serial No ___________________________________ Date of Purchase _____________________________ Where Purchased _____________________________ Whenever you request replaceme...

Page 4: ...put ratings and duty cycle as per machine specifications with thermostat protection of the output coils and rectifiers Welding Capability Duty Cycle The R Tech TIG200DV is rated at 60 duty cycle on a...

Page 5: ...articles towards the welder An abundance of conductive material can cause plant failure Stacking This machine cannot be stacked Transport Unloading Never underestimate the weight of equipment never mo...

Page 6: ...these contributing factors in mind installing equipment as per following instructions should minimize problems 1 Keep the welder input power lines as short as possible and enclose as much of them as...

Page 7: ...lectrically live parts The TIG200DV Inverter Tig Welder requires a 240V 50 60Hz supply It requires a 22A supply for Tig operation and for MMA welding It comes with a 2 metre mains cable attached Conne...

Page 8: ...is If experiencing localized interference when using machine connect workbench to this point using correct graded earth wire not normally used 3 Gas input connector Connect input gas hose ensuring con...

Page 9: ...rting and twisting until tight and the earth clamp to work bench 4 Torch control socket 7 Pin Connect torch control plug To avoid a High Frequency shock keep the Tig torch in good condition and replac...

Page 10: ...gative power connector Connect the earth lead to by inserting and twisting until tight and the earth clamp to work bench 2 Gas outlet Not used in MMA mode 3 Positive power connector Positive power con...

Page 11: ...current selected in time selected when weld started 2 Down slope Down Slope adjustment 0 5 seconds The main welding current decreases from main amperage to minimum amperage in time selected when weld...

Page 12: ...is in the 2 step position the following sequence will occur Press and hold the Tig torch switch to start sequence The machine will open gas valve to start flow of shield gas after a 0 5 seconds pre f...

Page 13: ...e up Press and hold the tig torch switch when main weld is complete The machine will now decrease the welding output current to finish min in down slope time set Once at finish min output you can rele...

Page 14: ...LED turns orange during operation you have exceeded the duty cycle allow machine to cool down light will go off and you will be able to weld again If LED turns green during operation the machine has s...

Page 15: ...n be dangerous Keep your head out of fumes gases produced from welding Use ventilation or exhaust to remove fumes gases from breathing zone and general area WARNING WELDING SPARKS can cause fire or ex...

Page 16: ...ork resulting in a smaller heat affected zone which results in fewer deformations and reduced chance of cracking There are no set rules for pulse welding as this is down to personal choice by the weld...

Page 17: ...itched to MMA mode output terminals are always live take care and do not touch electrode and earth by person at same time otherwise electric shock will occur The foot pedal has no affect on welding cu...

Page 18: ...orch and cables in good condition 4 Clean air vents to ensure proper air flow and cooling 5 The fan motor has sealed bearings which requires no maintenance Troubleshooting Service repair should only b...

Page 19: ...tput Power light is lit Gas at torch end when trigger pressed Check torch condition possible break in torch power cable replace torch Machine keeps overheating Warning light is lit on machine Check if...

Page 20: ...gas hoses Black areas along weld bead 1 Clean any oily or organic contamination from the work piece 2 Tungsten electrode contaminated Replace or sharpen 3 Check for leaks or contamination on gas hoses...

Page 21: ...ing current set to high reduce amperage or use thicker electrode Contaminated electrodes or material Electrode sticks in weld puddle Welding current is set too low Arc is too short keep electrode furt...

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