SECTION 1 −SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR GTAW TORCHES − READ BEFORE USING WC000038 − 2011-10 Protect yourself and others from injury — read, follow, and save these important safety precautions and operating instructions. 1-1. Symbol Usage DANGER! − Indicates a hazardous situation which, if Indicates special instructions.
1-3. Proposition 65 Warnings Welding or cutting equipment produces fumes or gases This product contains or produces a chemical known to the which contain chemicals known to the State of California to State of California to cause cancer or birth defects (or other cause birth defects and, in some cases, cancer.
3-3. Connecting Torch A. Connecting Torch With One-Piece Cable Turn Off welding power source power before installing torch. Obtain the following hose: Gas Hose With 5/8-18 Right- Hand Fittings If applicable, install high-frequency unit. Connections: Regulator/Flowmeter Torch Without Gas Valve Gas Cylinder Welding Power Source Gas Valve...
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B. Connecting Torch With Two-Piece Cable Turn Off welding power source power before installing torch. Obtain the following hose: Gas Hose With 5/8-18 Right- Hand Fittings If applicable, install high-frequency unit. Connections: Torch Without Gas Valve Regulator/Flowmeter Gas Cylinder Welding Power Source Torch Gas-In Hose Torch Power Cable Work Clamp...
SECTION 4 − MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING 4-1. Routine Maintenance Disconnect torch before maintaining. n = Check Z = Change ~ = Clean l = Replace * To be done by Factory Authorized Service Agent Daily n Nozzle For Cracks − l If Necessary n Check Tungsten Preparation (See Section 5) Weekly Collet For Wear −...
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Trouble Remedy Tungsten electrode oxidizing and not re- Shield weld zone from drafts. maining bright after conclusion of weld. Increase postflow time. Increase gas flow rate. Check manufacture’s recommendations. Check and tighten all gas fittings. Check gas valve and flow meter/regulator. Select proper size and type of tungsten.
SECTION 5 − SELECTING AND PREPARING A TUNGSTEN FOR DC OR AC WELDING gtaw_Phase_2011−06 Whenever possible and practical, use DC weld output instead of AC weld output. 5-1. Selecting Tungsten Electrode ( Wear Clean Gloves To Prevent Contamination Of Tungsten Not all tungsten electrode manufacturers use the same colors to identify tungsten type.
SECTION 6 − GUIDELINES FOR TIG WELDING (GTAW) 2007−04 6-1. Positioning The Torch Grinding the tungsten elec- trode produces dust and fly- ing sparks which can cause injury and start fires. Use lo- cal exhaust (forced ventila- tion) at the grinder or wear an approved respirator.
6-2. Torch Movement During Welding Tungsten Without Filler Rod Welding direction Form pool Tilt torch Move torch to front of pool. Repeat process. Tungsten With Filler Rod Welding direction Form pool Tilt torch Add filler metal Remove rod Move torch to front of pool.
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To locate a Distributor or Service Agency call 1-800-752-7620 or 920-882-6800 Contact the Delivering Carrier to: File a claim for loss or damage during shipment. For assistance in filing or settling claims, contact your distributor and/or equipment manufacturer’s Transportation Department. PRINTED IN USA 2012 Weldcraft Products Inc. 2012−01...