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Eastwood 20358 Instructions Manual

Eastwood 20358 Instructions Manual

Arc 80 tig welding kit

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Part #20358
ARC 80 TIG WELDING KIT
INSTRUCTIONS

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Summary of Contents for Eastwood 20358

  • Page 1 Part #20358 ARC 80 TIG WELDING KIT INSTRUCTIONS...
  • Page 2: Specifications

    WARRANTY REPAIR: If Eastwood confi rms the existence of a defect covered under this warranty plan, Eastwood will determine whether repair or replacement is the most suitable option to rectify the defect. At Eastwood’s request, the purchaser must return, to Eastwood, any products claimed defective under Eastwood’s warranty.
  • Page 3: Safety Information

    READ & UNDERSTAND ALL INSTRUCTIONS & PRECAUTIONS BEFORE PROCEEDING This product emits a powerful high voltage and extreme heat which can cause severe burns, dismemberment, electrical shock and death. Eastwood shall not be held liable for consequences due to deliberate or unintentional misuse of this product. SAFETY INFORMATION READ INSTRUCTIONS! Thoroughly read and understand this instruction manual before using the welder.
  • Page 4 • Anyone with a pacemaker should stay away from any welding without consultant from a doctor. NOTICE! Do not touch the contact tip with the unit turned “ON”. Turn the unit “OFF” and unplug it before changing tips or cleaning the nozzle. Eastwood Technical Assistance: 800.544.5118 >> techelp@eastwood.com...
  • Page 5: Duty Cycle

    DUTY CYCLE The rated Duty Cycle refers to the amount of welding that can be done within an amount of time. The Eastwood Arc 80 has a Duty Cycle of 20% at 95 Amps. It is easiest to look at your welding time in blocks of 10 Minutes and the Duty Cycle being a percentage of that 10 Minutes.
  • Page 6 SHIELDING GAS CONNECTION FOR TIG TORCH KIT A Shielding Gas Bottle is not included with your Eastwood ARC 80 but is necessary while TIG welding. A Shielding Gas Bottle can be bought at most local Welding Supply Stores. Eastwood recommends the use of 100% Argon shielding gas when TIG welding Steel and Stainless Steel.
  • Page 7 These instructions are intended only to provide the user with some familiarity of the Eastwood ARC 80. TIG welding is a highly complex procedure with many variables. If you have no experience with TIG welding; it is extremely important to seek the advice...
  • Page 8 • Constantly be aware that TIG welding quickly generates heat in the work piece and torch. Severe burns can quickly occur by contacting hot metal pieces. • When done, shut off the Power Switch, close the Regulator in the Torch Handle then close the Shielding Gas Tank valve completely. Eastwood Technical Assistance: 800.544.5118 >> techelp@eastwood.com...
  • Page 9: Troubleshooting

    If base Contaminated base metal metal is aluminum make sure all of the oxide is removed using either a dedicated stainless brush or fl ap wheel. To order parts and supplies: 800.345.1178 >> eastwood.com...
  • Page 10 Clean base metal making sure to remove any oil, debris, coatings, or moisture. If base metal Contaminated Base Metal is cold rolled steel make sure to remove any mill scale. Eastwood Technical Assistance: 800.544.5118 >> techelp@eastwood.com...
  • Page 11 Crater in the End of the Weld Bead Reduce current and add more fi ller at end of Not Enough Filler Material weld. It may also be benefi cial to back step to ensure no crater will form. To order parts and supplies: 800.345.1178 >> eastwood.com...
  • Page 12 #19079S – Stainless Steel Brush If you have any questions about the use of this product, please contact The Eastwood Technical Assistance Service Department: 800.544.5118 >> email: techelp@eastwood.com PDF version of this manual is available online >> eastwood.com/20358manual The Eastwood Company 263 Shoemaker Road, Pottstown, PA 19464, USA US and Canada: 800.345.1178...