Product Manual

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⚠CAUTION
Be aware that the TIG torch will be electrically HOT when the Input Power Switch on the welder is
turned on.
1. Remove the ground cable and the electrode holder from the weld output connections. Install
the ground cable to the Positive (+) weld output connection.
2. Secure the ground clamp to the work piece.
3. Connect a regulator to a bottle of ARGON gas. Then connect the gas connection from the TIG
torch to the regulator.
4. Connect the TIG torch weld cable to the Negative (-) weld output connection.
5. Set desired amperage on the amperage control knob on the front panel of the welder.
6. Turn on the input power switch on the welder.
7. Turn on the regulator on the bottle of shielding gas and adjust the regulator to approximately
20 CFH. Then open the shielding gas valve on the torch to start the flow of shielding gas.
8. Follow these steps for striking an arc while TIG welding.
8.1 Open the shielding gas valve on the torch handle to begin gas flow.
8.2 Rest the TIG torch nozzle on the work piece taking care to not touch the installed tungsten
electrode.
8.3 Twist the torch to make contact between the work piece and the tungsten.
8.4 Lift torch away from the work piece about 1/8 inch.
8.5 Move down the joint to be welded by pushing the torch.
8.6 Insert filler metal in the leading edge of the weld puddle as needed.