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+49 2680 181-0. A list of authorised sales partners can be found at www.ewm-group.com/en/specialist-dealers. Liability relating to the operation of this equipment is restricted solely to the function of the equipment. No other form of liability, regardless of type, shall be accepted.
Contents Notes on using these operating instructions Contents 1 Contents ............................3 2 For your safety ..........................5 Notes on using these operating instructions ................5 Explanation of icons ....................... 6 Safety instructions ........................7 Transport and installation ....................10 3 Intended use ..........................
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Contents Notes on using these operating instructions 10.4 TIG 260 ..........................40 10.5 TIG 450, -450 SC ......................... 43 11 Service documents........................46 11.1 Circuit diagram ........................46 11.1.1 Standard up/down Retox welding torch ..............46 11.1.2 Retox XQ welding torch ..................47 12 Appendix ............................
For your safety Notes on using these operating instructions For your safety Notes on using these operating instructions DANGER Working or operating procedures which must be closely observed to prevent imminent serious and even fatal injuries. • Safety notes include the "DANGER" keyword in the heading with a general warning symbol. •...
For your safety Explanation of icons Explanation of icons Symbol Description Symbol Description Indicates technical aspects which the Activate and release / Tap / Tip user must observe. Switch off machine Release Switch on machine Press and hold Switch Incorrect / Invalid Turn Correct / Valid Numerical value –...
For your safety Safety instructions Safety instructions WARNING Risk of accidents due to non-compliance with the safety instructions! Non-compliance with the safety instructions can be fatal! • Carefully read the safety instructions in this manual! • Observe the accident prevention regulations and any regional regulations! •...
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For your safety Safety instructions WARNING Risk of injury due to improper clothing! During arc welding, radiation, heat and voltage are sources of risk that cannot be avoided. The user has to be equipped with the complete personal protective equipment at all times.
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For your safety Safety instructions CAUTION Smoke and gases! Smoke and gases can lead to breathing difficulties and poisoning. In addition, solvent vapour (chlorinated hydrocarbon) may be converted into poisonous phosgene due to the ultraviolet radiation of the arc! • Ensure that there is sufficient fresh air! •...
For your safety Transport and installation CAUTION Obligations of the operator! The respective national directives and laws must be complied with when operating the machine! • Implementation of national legislation relating to framework directive 89/391/EEC on the in- troduction of measures to encourage improvements in the safety and health of workers at work and associated individual guidelines.
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For your safety Transport and installation CAUTION Risk of accidents due to supply lines! During transport, attached supply lines (mains leads, control cables, etc.) can cause risks, e.g. by causing connected machines to tip over and injure persons! • Disconnect all supply lines before transport! Risk of tipping! There is a risk of the machine tipping over and injuring persons or being damaged itself during movement and set up.
3.2.1 Warranty For more information refer to the "Warranty registration" brochure supplied and our information regarding warranty, maintenance and testing at www.ewm-group.com! 3.2.2 Declaration of Conformity This product corresponds in its design and construction to the EU directives listed in the decla- ration.
Intended use Documents which also apply 3.2.4 Part of the complete documentation This document is part of the complete documentation and valid only in combination with all other parts of these instructions! Read and observe the operating instructions for all system compo- nents, especially the safety instructions! The illustration shows a general example of a welding system.
Machine description – quick overview Machine variants Machine description – quick overview Machine variants Version Functions Torch type Silicone rubber TIG 18, TIG 20, Standard torch for common welding tasks Water-cooled TIG 18, TIG 20, With decentralised connector TIG 260, TIG 450 GRIP GRIP Grip TIG 18, TIG 20,...
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Machine description – quick overview Machine variants The TIG torches are available in different model versions. The up/down and Retox versions add extra operating elements to the torches. TIG 18, TIG 20 TIG 260 U/D, TIG 450 U/D TIG 260 Retox, -Retox XQ, TIG 450 Retox Figure 4-1 Item Symbol Description...
Design and function General Design and function General WARNING Risk of injury from electrical voltage! Contact with live parts, e.g. power connections, can be fatal! • Observe the safety information on the first pages of the operating instructions! • Commissioning must be carried out by persons who are specifically trained in handling power sources! •...
Design and function Transport and installation Transport and installation CAUTION Risk of accidents due to supply lines! During transport, attached supply lines (mains leads, control cables, etc.) can cause risks, e.g. by causing connected machines to tip over and injure persons! •...
All information relates to the total hose package length of the complete welding system and presents ex- emplary configurations (of components of the EWM product portfolio with standard lengths). A straight kink-free installation is to be ensured, taking into account the max. delivery height.
Design and function Equipping the welding torch Equipping the welding torch 5.4.1 TIG 18, 20 Equipping the torch using the example of the TIG 18 torch. Procedure is similar for other models as appropriate. Figure 5-1 Item Symbol Description Collet Collet casing Torch body Gas nozzle...
Design and function Equipping the welding torch 5.4.2 TIG 260, 450 Figure 5-2 Item Symbol Description Torch body Insulation Collet Electrode Back cap Gas nozzle • Slide the insulator onto the torch head from below. • Guide the collet body into the torch head from below. •...
Design and function General General TIG torches are connected to the power source via the hose package. The following components are guided through the hose package: • welding current lead • shielding gas supply • control cable With water-cooled TIG welding torches, the •...
Design and function TIG Up/Down torch TIG Up/Down torch Figure 5-4 Item Symbol Description Torch trigger Welding current ON/OFF Torch trigger Up/Down function TIG Up/Down torches are equipped with two torch triggers. These triggers are used to: • switch the welding current on and off, •...
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Design and function TIG Retox, Retox XQ welding torch Item Symbol Description Torch trigger Welding current ON/OFF Torch trigger Up/Down function In addition to the display, Retox torches are equipped with two torch rocker switches. Which functions are assigned to the individual operating elements depends on the welding machine used. In most cases: •...
Maintenance, care and disposal General Maintenance, care and disposal General DANGER Risk of injury due to electrical voltage after switching off! Working on an open machine can lead to fatal injuries! Capacitors are loaded with electrical voltage during operation. Voltage remains present for up to four minutes after the mains plug is removed.
• Information about returning used equipment or about collections can be obtained from the respective municipal administration office. • In addition to this, returns are also possible throughout Europe via EWM sales partners. 099-011445-EW501 24.06.2021...
Rectifying faults Checklist for rectifying faults Rectifying faults All products are subject to rigorous production checks and final checks. If, despite this, something fails to work at any time, please check the product using the following flowchart. If none of the fault rectification procedures described leads to the correct functioning of the product, please inform your authorised dealer.
Accessories Welding torch cooling system Accessories Performance-dependent accessories like torches, workpiece leads, electrode holders or interme- diate hose packages are available from your authorised dealer. Welding torch cooling system Type Designation Item no. HOSE BRIDGE UNI Tube bridge 092-007843-00000 9.1.1 Coolant - type blueCool Type Designation...
Replaceable parts TIG 18 Replaceable parts The manufacturer's warranty becomes void if non-genuine parts are used! • Only use system components and options (power sources, welding torches, electrode hold- ers, remote controls, spare parts and replacement parts, etc.) from our range of products! •...
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Replaceable parts TIG 18 Item Order number Type Designation 094-011642-00000 GNDIFJ TIG 9/17/18/20/26 9.5x48.0mm Ceramic gas nozzle for gas lens, JUMBO 094-011643-00000 GNDIFJ TIG 9/17/18/20/26 12.5x48.0mm Ceramic gas nozzle for gas lens, JUMBO 094-011644-00000 GNDIFJ TIG 9/17/18/20/26 16.0x48.0mm Ceramic gas nozzle for gas lens, JUMBO 094-012686-00000 GNDIFJ TIG 9/17/18/20/26 24.0x34.0mm...
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Replaceable parts TIG 18 Item Order number Type Designation 10.08 094-001010-00000 WP; 3.2 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode, green 10.08 094-001011-00000 WP; 4.0 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode, green 10.08 094-001380-00000 WCe 20; 1.0 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode, grey 10.08 094-001381-00000 WCe 20;...
Replaceable parts TIG 18 SC Item Order number Type Designation 10.08 094-019696-00000 E3; 4,0 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode, purple 10.08 094-021496-00000 Lymox Lux Ø1.0 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode, pink/grey 10.08 094-021497-00000 Lymox Lux Ø1.6 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode, pink/grey 10.08 094-021498-00000...
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Replaceable parts TIG 18 SC Item Order number Type Designation 094-000935-00000 COL TIG 17/18/26/18SC D=3.2MM Collet 094-001115-00000 COL HL TIG 18SC D=4.8MM Collet, high performance 094-001116-00000 COL HL TIG 18SC D=4.0MM Collet, high performance 094-001361-00000 COL HL TIG 18SC D=3.2MM Collet, high performance 094-001114-00000 TCL TIG 17/18/26...
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Replaceable parts TIG 18 SC Item Order number Type Designation 10.08 094-009528-00000 WLa 15; 4.0 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode, gold 10.08 094-009529-00000 WLa 15; 4.8 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode, gold 10.08 094-012957-00000 WR 02; 1.0 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode, tur- quoise 10.08...
Replaceable parts TIG 20 10.3 TIG 20 The welding torch shown is an example only. Depending on the type used, torches may vary. Figure 10-3 Item Order number Type Designation 094-000930-00000 GN TIG 9/20 11x30mm Gas nozzle 094-001122-00000 GN TIG 9/20 12.5x30mm Gas nozzle 094-001343-00000 GN TIG 9/20 6.5x30mm...
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Replaceable parts TIG 20 Item Order number Type Designation 094-000939-00000 COLB 9/20 D=2.4MM Collet body 094-001340-00000 COLB 9/20 D=1.6MM Collet body 094-001342-00000 COLB 9/20 D=3.2MM Collet body 094-001352-00000 COLB DIF TIG 9/20 D=1.6MM Collet body with gas lens 094-001354-00000 COLB DIF TIG 9/20 D=2.4MM Collet body with gas lens 094-001355-00000 COLB DIF TIG 9/20 D=3.2MM...
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Replaceable parts TIG 20 Item Order number Type Designation 10.08 094-001917-00000 WLa 20; 3.2 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode, blue 10.08 094-002136-00000 WR 02; 2.0 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode, turquoise 10.08 094-008412-00000 Lymox Ø3.2 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode, pink 10.08 094-008413-00000 Lymox Ø4.0 x 175 mm...
Replaceable parts TIG 260 10.4 TIG 260 The welding torch shown is an example only. Depending on the type used, torches may vary. Figure 10-4 Item Order number Type Designation 094-011756-00000 GN TIG 150/260 S 9,5x26mm Gas nozzle 094-011980-00000 GN TIG 150/260 S 11.5x26mm Gas nozzle 094-012405-00000 GN TIG 150/260 S 8.0x26mm...
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Replaceable parts TIG 260 Item Order number Type Designation 094-009659-00000 DIF TIG 150-450/450SC, D=2,4 mm Gas diffuser, JUMBO 094-009660-00000 DIF TIG 150-450/450SC, D=3,2 mm Gas diffuser, JUMBO 094-022685-00000 DIF TIG 150-450/450SC Multilayer Ø 2.4 Gas diffuser, multi-layer 094-023020-00000 DIF TIG 150-450/450SC Multilayer Ø 1.6 Gas diffuser, multi-layer DIF TIG 150-450/450SC Multilayer Ø...
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Replaceable parts TIG 260 Item Order number Type Designation 10.08 094-001917-00000 WLa 20; 3.2 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode, blue 10.08 094-001918-00000 WLa 20; 4.8 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode, blue 10.08 094-002136-00000 WR 02; 2.0 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode, turquoise 10.08 094-008412-00000 Lymox Ø3.2 x 175 mm...
Replaceable parts TIG 450, -450 SC 10.5 TIG 450, -450 SC The welding torch shown is an example only. Depending on the type used, torches may vary. Figure 10-5 Item Order number Type Designation 094-009646-00000 GN TIG 200/450/450SC, 7,5 x 37,4 Gas nozzle GN TIG 200/450/450SC, 10 x 37,4 094-009647-00000...
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Replaceable parts TIG 450, -450 SC Item Order number Type Designation 094-009658-00000 DIF TIG 150-450/450SC, D=1,6 mm Gas diffuser, JUMBO 094-009659-00000 DIF TIG 150-450/450SC, D=2,4 mm Gas diffuser, JUMBO 094-009660-00000 DIF TIG 150-450/450SC, D=3,2 mm Gas diffuser, JUMBO 094-009661-00000 DIF TIG 150-450/450SC, D=4,0 mm Gas diffuser, JUMBO 094-022685-00000 DIF TIG 150-450/450SC Multilayer Ø...
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Replaceable parts TIG 450, -450 SC Item Order number Type Designation 10.08 094-001594-00000 WP; 2.0 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode, green 10.08 094-001595-00000 WP; 4.8 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode, green 10.08 094-001913-00000 WR 02; 3.2 x 175 mm Tungsten electrode, turquoise 10.08 094-001914-00000 WR 02;...
Service documents Circuit diagram Service documents 11.1 Circuit diagram The circuit diagrams are only intended for authorised service personnel! 11.1.1 Standard up/down Retox welding torch Figure 11-1 099-011445-EW501 24.06.2021...
Appendix Searching for a dealer Appendix 12.1 Searching for a dealer Sales & service partners www.ewm-group.com/en/specialist-dealers "More than 400 EWM sales partners worldwide" 099-011445-EW501 24.06.2021...
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