User guide
Table Of Contents
- 0-5143-CCr
- SECTION 1: ARC WELDING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
- SECTION 2: INTRODUCTION
- SECTION 3: INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND SETUP
- 3.01 Environment
- 3.02 Location
- 3.03 Ventilation
- 3.04 Mains Supply Voltage Requirements
- 3.05 Electromagnetic Compatibility
- 3.06 Transtig 170Pi Power Source Controls, Indicators and Features
- 3.07 Shielding Gas Regulator Operating Instructions
- 3.08 Setup for TIG (GTAW) Welding
- 3.09 Foot Control Part No. W4015800 (Optional Accessory)
- 3.10 Setup for Manual Arc (MMAW) Welding
- SECTION 4: BASIC WELDING GUIDE
- SECTION 5: POWER SOURCE PROBLEMS AND ROUTINE SERVICE REQUIREMENTS
- SECTION 6: KEY SPARE PARTS
- APPENDIX: TRANSTIG 170Pi CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
- CIGWELD - LIMITED WARRANTY TERMS
- TERMS OF WARRANTY – January 2013
- WARRANTY SCHEDULE – January 2013
- GLOBAL CUSTOMER SERVICE CONTACT INFORMATION
- SECTION 1: ARC WELDING SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS AND WARNINGS
- SECTION 2: INTRODUCTION
- SECTION 3: INSTALLATION, OPERATION AND SETUP
- 3.01 Environment
- 3.02 Location
- 3.03 Ventilation
- 3.04 Mains Supply Voltage Requirements
- 3.05 Electromagnetic Compatibility
- 3.06 Transmig 175i Power Source Controls, Indicators and Features
- 3.14 Shielding Gas Regulator Operating Instructions
- 3.17 Setup for TIG (GTAW) Welding
- 3.18 Setup for Manual Arc (MMAW) Welding
- SECTION 4: BASIC WELDING GUIDE
- SECTION 5: POWER SOURCE PROBLEMS AND ROUTINE SERVICE REQUIREMENTS
- AP0-5143-APENDIX
- CIGWELD - LIMITED WARRANTY TERMS
- TERMS OF WARRANTY - JULY 2010
- WARRANTY SCHEDULE - JULY 2010
- GLOBAL CUSTOMER SERVICE CONTACT INFORMATION

TRANSTIG 170Pi
Manual 0-5241 2-3 INTRODUCTION
2.05 Description
The Cigweld Transtig 170Pi is a self contained single
phase multi process welding inverter that is capable
of performing MMAW (Stick) and GTAW (HF and Lift
TIG) welding processes. The unit is equipped with an
integrated voltage reduction device (VRD applicable
in stick mode only), digital amperage/voltage meter,
and a host of other features in order to fully satisfy the
broad operating needs of the modern welding profes-
sional. The unit is also fully compliant to Australian
Standard AS 60974.1 and IEC 60974.1.
The Transtig 170Pi provides excellent welding per-
formance across a broad range of applications when
used with the correct welding consumables and
procedures. The following instructions detail how
to correctly and safely set up the machine and give
guidelines on gaining the best efficiency and quality
from the Power Source. Please read these instructions
thoroughly before using the unit.
2.06 User Responsibility
This equipment will perform as per the information
contained herein when installed, operated, maintained
and repaired in accordance with the instructions pro-
vided. This equipment must be checked periodically.
Defective equipment (including welding leads) should
not be used. Parts that are broken, missing, plainly
worn, distorted or contaminated, should be replaced
immediately. Should such repairs or replacements
become necessary, it is recommended that such re-
pairs be carried out by appropriately qualified persons
approved by CIGWELD. Advice in this regard can
be obtained by contacting an Accredited CIGWELD
Distributor.
This equipment or any of its parts should not be al-
tered from standard specification without prior written
approval of CIGWELD. The user of this equipment
shall have the sole responsibility for any malfunction
which results from improper use or unauthorized
modification from standard specification, faulty
maintenance, damage or improper repair by anyone
other than appropriately qualified persons approved
by CIGWELD.
2.07 Transporting Methods
This unit is equipped with a handle for carrying
purposes.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. DO NOT TOUCH
live electrical parts. Disconnect input
power conductors from de-energized
supply line before moving the welding
power source.
!
WARNING
FALLING EQUIPMENT can cause serious
personal injury and equipment damage.
Lift unit with handle on top of case.
Use handcart or similar device of adequate capacity.
If using a fork lift vehicle, place and secure unit on a
proper skid before transporting.
2.08 Packaged Items
Transtig 170Pi Plant (Part No. W1007190)
• Transtig170PiInverterPowerSource
• Handipakofelectrodes,Satincraft13
• CometProfessionalArgonRegulator/Flowmeter
• TigTorchtype26withexhead,triggerswitch
and 8 pin remote control connection
• TigTorchAccessorykitthatincludes1.6mmand
2.4mm tungstens with collets, collet bodies and
No. 4, 5 & 6 Alumina Nozzles
• ElectrodeHolderwith4mLead
• WorkClampwith4mLead
• ShieldingGasHoseAssembly
• ShoulderStrap
• ProductBag
• OperatingManual
Transtig 170Pi Power Source (Part No. W1007189)
• Transtig170PiInverterPowerSource
• ShieldingGasHoseAssembly
• ShoulderStrap
• OperatingManual