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Operation Instruction – STICK/TIG Mode (Continued)
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Setting Up for LIFT TIG Welding
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Double check your input voltage:
For 120V: Switch voltage switch (Q) to 120V, use a 240V to
120V adapter while connecting to the 120V power source.
For 240V: Switch voltage switch (Q) to 240V, connect to
240V power source.
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Connect the ground clamp cable to the positive (+) DINSE
socket (N) of the welder.
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Ensure your workpiece is clean and dry and ensure the
ground clamp is well connected with the workpiece.
□ Follow instruction "Connecting the Gas Cylinder (TIG)" and
connect TIG torch gas line to gas cylinder.
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Connect the TIG torch cable to the negative (-) DINSE
socket (M) of the welder.
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Install the tungsten electrode into the TIG torch; fix it and
keep approximately 1/4 inch out of the torch nozzle.
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Switch the ON/OFF switch (O) to ON at the back of the
machine.
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Push the welding mode switch button (K) until LIFT TIG LED
turns on.
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Set welding current by rotating the left knob (E).
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Open the gas valve on the TIG torch.
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The weld arc can be initiated by a lift arc technique.
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When finished welding, close the gas valve on the TIG
torch.
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When all welding is completed, close gas valve on the gas
cylinder.
LIFT TIG Welding Recommendation Table
Tungsten (Ce)
Material
Diameter
1/16 in.
Steel,
(1.6 mm)
Stainless
5/64 in.
Steel
(2.0 mm)
Cannot weld aluminum.
Recommended shielding gas: argon.
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Amp Amp
(120V) (240V)
10-90A 10-180A
10-90A 10-180A