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3 SERIES TIG PENDANT MANUAL
Mode Select
The weld mode is determined by the wire size, type,
process and type of gas being used. Refer to the
Power Wave operator's manual for additional informa-
tion about weld modes. The system can be a guide
when the user is not sure which mode is appropriate
for their application.
Pressing the Modes selection button will take the user
to the Mode Select Screen.
The available weld modes are displayed in sequential
order. These available modes depend on the available
equipment.
FIGURE 21 - Mode Screen
Use the left toggle or turn the steering knob to choose
an available weld mode then press the Enter Selection
button to select the mode as the current weld mode.
Advanced Process Setup
Certain weld modes have advanced settings specific
to that mode or process. Pressing the ADV Selection
button on the Process Setup screen will present the
user with the advanced options associated with the
selected weld mode, see FIGURE 22 and FIGURE 23
- Advanced Process Setup and Advanced Process
with Hot Wire. When Hot Wire equipment is available
and Hot Wire is enabled, the advanced screen also
displays the Hot Wire weld mode.
Advanced Options
Options available depend on the selected weld mode.
See the Power Wave settings for a full breakdown and
explanation of advanced options.
Wave Controls
Some typical wave controls are:
• Frequency
• Background
• Transition Speed
Note: Wave controls are limited to 12 characters when
displayed on the screen, e.g.,"Transition Speed" will be
displayed as "Transition S."
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