Setting The Gas Pressure On The Welding Torch With Gas Cut-Off Valve; Tig Welding - Fronius TransSteel 2200c Operating Instructions Manual

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Setting the gas
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pressure on the
welding torch
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with gas cut-off
valve
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TIG welding

When using a welding torch with a torch trigger and TIG Multi Connector plug (with
2-step mode factory setting):
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Open the gas cut-off valve of the welding torch
- Shielding gas flows
Set the desired gas flow rate on the pressure regulator
Close the gas cut-off valve of the welding torch
Press the "Process" button to select TIG welding
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Set the desired welding current
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Place the gas nozzle down on the ignition location, ensuring there is a gap of approx.
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2 to 3 mm (5/64 to 1/8 in.) between the tungsten electrode and the workpiece Gap
exists
Gradually tilt the welding torch up until the tungsten electrode touches the workpiece
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Pull back and hold the torch trigger
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– Shielding gas flows
Raise the welding torch and rotate it into its normal position
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– The arc ignites
Carry out welding
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CAUTION! Risk of injury and
damage from electric shock. As
soon as the power source is
switched on, the tungsten elec-
trode in the welding torch is live.
Make sure the electrode does not
touch any persons or electrically
conductive or earthed parts (e.g.
the housing, etc.).
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