Design and function
TIG welding
099-002044-EW501
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5.3.2
Connecting a TIG welding torch with rotating gas valve
Prepare welding torch according to the welding task in hand (see operating instructions for the torch).
Figure 5-15
Item Symbol Description
0
1
Output side of the pressure regulator
2
Welding torch
3
Workpiece
• Insert the welding current plug of the welding torch into the
connection socket and lock by turning
to the right.
• Insert cable plug on the workpiece lead into the welding current socket “
” and lock by turning to
the right.
• Screw the shielding gas hose of the welding torch to the pressure regulator outlet.
If the rotary gas valve is open, the shielding gas flows permanently from the welding torch (no
adjustment with a separate gas valve). The rotary valve must be opened before each welding
procedure and closed after each welding procedure.
