Setting The Gas Pressure; Tig Welding - Fronius TransPocket 150 TIG Operating Instructions Manual

Setting the gas
pressure
Welding torch with torch trigger
(and TIG Multi Connector plug)

TIG welding

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When using a welding torch with a torch trigger and TIG Multi Connector plug
(with 2-step mode factory setting):
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Select TIG welding with the welding process button
- the TIG welding indicator lights up
Press the setting value button until
- the welding current indicator lights up
Adjust the welding current using the adjusting dial
Place the gas nozzle down on the ignition location, ensuring there is a gap of
approx. 2 to 3 mm (5/64 to 1/8 in.) between the tungsten electrode and the
workpiece
Gradually tilt the welding torch up until the tungsten electrode touches the
workpiece
Pull back and hold the torch trigger
- shielding gas flows
Raise the welding torch and rotate it into its normal position
- the arc ignites
Carry out welding
Welding torch with torch trigger (and
TIG Multi Connector plug):
Press the torch trigger
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- shielding gas flows
Set the desired gas flow rate on
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the pressure regulator
Release the torch trigger
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