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3. Connect a regulator to a bottle of
ARGON gas. Then connect the gas
connection from the TIG torch to the
regulator.
4. Connect the TIG torch weld cable to the
Negative (-) weld output connection.
5. Set desired amperage on the amperage
control knob on the front panel of the
welder.
6. Turn on the input power switch on the
welder.
7. Turn on the regulator on the bottle of
shielding gas and adjust the regulator to
approximately 20 CFH. Then open the
shielding gas valve on the torch to start the
flow of shielding gas.
8. Follow these steps for striking an arc
while TIG welding.
8.1 Open the shielding gas valve on the
torch handle to begin gas flow.
8.2 Rest the TIG torch nozzle on the
work piece taking care to not touch the
installed tungsten electrode.
8.3 Twist the torch to make contact
between the work piece and the tungsten.
8.4 Lift torch away from the work piece
about 1/8 inch.
8.4 Move down the joint to be welded
by pushing the torch.
8.5 Insert filler metal in the leading
edge of the weld puddle as needed.
MAINTENANCE
•
Maintain your MATCO TIG TORCH.
It
is recommended that the general
condition of
MATCO TIG TORCH
be
examined before it is used. Keep
MATCO TIG TORCH
in good repair by
adopting a program of conscientious
repair and maintenance. Have
necessary repairs made by qualified
service personnel.
•
Periodically clean dust, dirt, grease, etc.
from your torch.
•
Replace power cord, ground cable,
ground clamp, or electrode assembly
when damaged or worn.
