Design and function
TIG welding
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5.3.3
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
Workpiece
2
Welding torch
3
Output side of the pressure regulator
• Insert the welding current plug on the welding torch into the welding current connection socket and
lock by turning to the right.
• Insert the cable plug on the work piece lead into the "+" welding current connection 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.
5.3.4
Welding task selection
Figure 5-16
