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Make sure fuse or circuit breaker is correct rating for machine. Using fuses or circuit breakers 

smaller than recommended will result in ‘nuisance’ shut off from welder inrush currents even if 

welding at low amperages. 

 

Failure to follow these instructions can cause immediate failure within the welder and void 

machines warranty. 

 

 

Turn the input power OFF at the mains switch & fuse box before working on this equipment. 

Have a qualified electrician install & service this equipment. 

Allow machine to sit for 5 minutes minimum to allow the power capacitors to discharge before 

working inside this equipment. Do not touch electrically live parts 

 

The TIG160PD DIGITAL Inverter TIG Welder requires a 240V 50/60Hz supply.  

It comes with a 3 metre mains cable attached. 

Connect wires according to national coding. 

Brown wire – Live 

Blue wire – Neutral 

Green/Yellow Wire – Earth (Ground) 

 

 

Connecting to a mains electrical supply

 

 

THIS MACHINE MUST BE FITTED TO A MINIMUM of 13AMP 240V MAINS 

INPUT FOR FULL OUTPUT RANGE TO BE ACHIEVED. 

 

 

Connecting to an Engine Driven Generator

 

 

If connecting this machine to an engine driven generator please ensure the 

following 

 

Minimum Generator KVA Output – 5 KVA continuous 

Generator to be fitted with AVR (automatic voltage regulation) 

DO NOT USE ON A GENERATOR WITHOUT AVR 

Connecting to a generator without the above minimum requirements will in- 

validate your warranty. 

Summary of Contents for TIG160PD

Page 1: ...www r techwelding co uk email sales r techwelding co uk TIG160PD DIGITAL DC TIG WELDER 240V OPERATION INSTRUCTIONS Version 2021 11...

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Page 3: ...PLEASE EXAMINE CARTON AND EQUIPMENT FOR DAMAGE IMMEDIATELY When this equipment is shipped title passes to the purchaser upon receipt from the courier Consequently all claims for material damaged in sh...

Page 4: ...Duty Cycle The R Tech TIG160PD Digital is rated at 160 Amps at 35 duty cycle on a ten minute basis If the duty cycle is exceeded a thermal protector will shut machine off until the machine cools Tech...

Page 5: ...articles towards the welder An abundance of conductive material can cause plant failure Stacking This machine cannot be stacked Transport Unloading Never underestimate the weight of equipment never mo...

Page 6: ...ng these contributing factors in mind installing equipment as per following instructions should minimize problems 1 Keep the welder input power lines as short as possible and enclose as much of them a...

Page 7: ...s equipment Do not touch electrically live parts The TIG160PD DIGITAL Inverter TIG Welder requires a 240V 50 60Hz supply It comes with a 3 metre mains cable attached Connect wires according to nationa...

Page 8: ...hassis If experiencing localized interference when using machine connect workbench to this point using correct graded earth wire not normally used 3 Gas input connector Connect input gas hose ensuring...

Page 9: ...to by inserting and twisting until Tight and the earth clamp to work bench 4 Torch control socket 7 Pin Connect torch control plug To avoid a High Frequency shock keep the TIG torch in good condition...

Page 10: ...Welding Fig 3 1 Negative power connector Connect the earth lead to by inserting and twisting until Tight and the earth clamp to work bench 2 Positive power connector Connect the electrode holder by i...

Page 11: ...0 5 seconds The main welding current decreases from main amperage to minimum amperage in time selected when weld finished 3 Main current control This adjusts the main welding current and is shown in...

Page 12: ...ned on and the arc will be started After the arc is started the output current will increase from the start min current to base main current in time selected by slope up Release the TIG torch switch t...

Page 13: ...he gas keeps flowing after weld has finished this cools stops tungsten from getting contaminated 10 Base current control Pulse min current adjustment This sets pulse minimum base amperage as of main a...

Page 14: ...4T mode when trigger is pressed and held you will remain at start amps when you let go the machine will then go to main set amps Do not set the start amperage too low for tungsten size otherwise you m...

Page 15: ...save Pre Programmed Memory Stores The 9 memory channels have been pre programmed with settings below Memory No Mode Pre flow gas seconds Start amps Slope up seconds Amps peak Base amps Pulse width Pu...

Page 16: ...be dangerous Keep your head out of fumes gases produced from welding Use ventilation or exhaust to remove fumes gases from breathing zone and general area WARNING WELDING SPARKS can cause fire or exp...

Page 17: ...k resulting in a smaller heat affected zone which results in fewer deformations and reduced chance of cracking Welding in TIG mode with Remote foot pedal 1 Connect the TIG Torch to machine connect ear...

Page 18: ...t MMA electrode holder to terminal on machine Fig 3 2 2 Fit earth lead to terminal on machine and to work piece Fig 3 1 3 Select stick on front panel Fig 4 22 4 Place electrode in holder 5 Select desi...

Page 19: ...TIG torch and cables in good condition 4 Clean air vents to ensure proper air flow and cooling 5 The fan motor has sealed bearings which requires no maintenance Troubleshooting Service repair should o...

Page 20: ...tput Power light is lit Gas at torch end when trigger pressed Check torch condition possible break in torch power cable replace torch Machine keeps overheating Warning light is lit on machine Check if...

Page 21: ...as hoses Black areas along weld bead 1 Clean any oily or organic contamination from the work piece 2 Tungsten electrode contaminated Replace or sharpen 3 Check for leaks or contamination on gas hoses...

Page 22: ...ng current set to high reduce amperage or use thicker electrode Contaminated electrodes or material Electrode sticks in weld puddle Welding current is set too low Arc is too short keep electrode furth...

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