Touchdown Ignition - Fronius TransTig 2200 Operating Instructions Manual

Touchdown igni- If the HFt setup parameter is set to OFF, HF ignition is deactivated. The welding arc is ig-
tion nited by touching the workpiece with the tungsten electrode.
Procedure for igniting the arc using touchdown ignition:
Tilt the torch back into the normal posi-
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tion
Carry out welding
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Place the gas nozzle down on the igni-
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tion location so that there is a gap of
approx. 2 to 3 mm (5/64 to 1/8 in.) bet-
ween the tungsten electrode and the
workpiece
Actuate the torch trigger
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Shielding gas flows.
Gradually tilt the welding torch up until
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the tungsten electrode touches the
workpiece
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