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To ignite the arc, proceed as follows:
Fig.17 Place the gas nozzle down
Fig.18 Arc ignites when electrode is touched down
on workpiece
Fig.19 Welding
- Place the gas nozzle down on the
ignition location in such a way that
there is a gap of approx. 2 to 3 mm
(0.08 to 0.12’’) between the tungsten
electrode and the workpiece .
- Actuate the torch trigger - the shiel-
ding gas starts to flow
- Gradually tilt up the torch until the
tungsten electrode touches the
workpiece
- Raise the torch and tilt it into the
normal position; the arc now ignites
(1)
(4)
Press the “Mode” button (1) to select:
- ”Contact ignition” mode (4)
Touchdown
ignition
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