Connecting torch
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Hand tighten the torch connectors. Loose connectors may overheat, create contact disturbances, mechanical damage and water or gas leakage. |
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For connecting the torch, refer also to your welding equipment’s instructions. |
Gas-cooled TIG torch (series 5)
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1.
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Connect the welding cable and the control cable to the power source. Secure by turning the connectors clockwise. |
Water-cooled TIG torch (series 5)
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1.
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Connect the welding cable and the control cable to the power source. Secure by turning the connectors clockwise. |
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2.
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Connect the coolant inlet and outlet hoses to the cooling unit. Note that the connectors are color-coded. |
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Make sure to connect the coolant hoses to the correct hose connectors. If the connections cross, the
torch and torch body may overheat. |
Connectors in TIG torch (series 5)
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1.
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Welding cable connector |
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2.
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Control cable connector |
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3.
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Coolant hose connector |
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4.
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Coolant hose connector |
Connectors in TIG torch (series 3)
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1.
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Control cable connector. |
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2.
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Welding cable and coolant connector. In water-cooled torches this is the coolant outlet hose connector. In gas-cooled torches this is the shielding gas connector. |
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3.
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Coolant inlet hose connector (water-cooled torches only). |
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4.
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Shielding gas connector (water-cooled torches only). |
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With series 3 torches that have a DIX connector, use a separate gas hose for gas connection. |
Connectors in TIG torch with euro connector (series 3)
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2.
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Coolant hose connector |
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3.
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Coolant hose connector |
