Design and function
TIG welding
099-000124-EW501
29.07.2011
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5.6
TIG welding
5.6.1
Welding torch and workpiece line connection
NOTE
Prepare welding torch according to the welding task in hand (see operating instructions
for the torch).
Figure 5-3
Item Symbol Description
0
1
Welding torch
2
Welding torch hose package
3
Connection socket, "-" welding current
Welding current lead connection for TIG welding torch
4
G¼" connecting nipple
TIG welding torch shielding gas connection
5
Connection socket, 5-pole/8-pole
5-pole: Standard TIG torch control lead
8-pole: TIG Up/Down or potentiometer torch control lead
6
Workpiece
7
Connection socket for "+" welding current
Workpiece lead connection
• Insert the welding current plug on the welding torch into the welding current connection socket and
lock by turning to the right.
• Remove yellow protective cap on G¼ connecting nipple.
• Screw welding torch shielding gas connection tightly onto the G¼" connection nipple.
• Insert control lead plus on the welding torch into the connection socket for the welding torch control
lead (5-pole for a standard torch, 8-pole for up/down or potentiometer torches) and tighten.
• Insert the cable plug on the work piece lead into the "+" welding current connection socket and lock by
turning to the right.
