Commissioning
TIG welding
Item No.: 099-002040-EWM01
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6.8 TIG
welding
6.8.1
PICO 162, PICO 162 MV
1
2
Figure 6-3
Item Symbol Description
0
1
Connection socket, “+” welding current
Connection for workpiece lead
2
“-” Welding current connection socket
TIG welding torch welding current lead connection
6.8.1.1 Connecting a TIG welding torch with rotating gas valve
When pausing work, always place the welding torch on an insulated surface.
Prepare the welding torch according to the welding task in hand (see torch operating
instructions).
The welding torch shielding gas is supplied directly from the shielding gas cylinder.
•
Fit the tungsten electrode and gas nozzle onto the welding torch (observe current load, see torch
operating instructions).
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Insert the welding current plug into the “-” welding current connection socket and lock by turning to the
right.
6.8.1.2 Connection for workpiece lead
• Insert cable plug of the workpiece lead into the "+" or "-" welding current socket and lock by turning to
the right.
Polarity depends on the instructions from the electrode manufacturer given on the electrode
packaging.
