INTRODUCTION Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE Welding Torch. Assembly. It is ideal for use with the CLARKE model AT161,162 & 165 ARC/TIG welders. Before attempting to use this product, please read this manual thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully. In doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around you, and you can look forward to your purchase giving you long and satisfactory service.
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Unpack and lay out the components, checking against the following list. Any damage which may have been incurred in transit should be reported to your CLARKE dealer immediately. The welding torch comprises the following items: (Nos. in brackets refer to parts diagram on page 7).
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ASSEMBLY A complete torch assembly with electrode, is supplied, and is assembled as follows: 1. Screw the collet body into the head of the torch, (Fig.1) and tighten finger tight. 2. Screw on the ceramic nozzle insulator (Fig 2). NOTE: Before assembly, file or grind the tip of the electrode to a point (from 40o to 60o), as this will give optimum...
move, adjust it so that it protrudes from the nozzle by 4 - 5mm, and then tighten the end cap against the rubber O-ring. The electrode will now be secured in position. Your torch assembly is now ready for use. GAS SUPPLY it will be necessary to procure a supply of pure ARGON gas and a suitable gas regulator.
OPERATION There are three methods generally employed for producing the initial arc for TIG welding. On smaller, DIY machines, a ‘scratch arc‘ method is used where the electrode is ‘scratched’ against the workpiece to strike an arc, similar to normal arc welding.
COMPONENT PARTS No Description Part No No Description Part No End Cap c/w O-ring GWWK01 Ceramic Nozzle GWWK07 Rear Cup Gasket GWWK02 Twist Valve c/w O-ring GWWK08 Torch Body GWWK03 Tungsten Electrode1.6/ GWWK09 2.4 mm Front Cup Gasket GWWK04 Hose & protective sleeve GWWK10 Collet GWWK05 Short end cap &...
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