Tweco 201 ts Thermal Arc - Manual (Page 25)

INSTALLATION THERMAL ARC 161 STL, 201 TS
Manual 0-5203 3-7 Installation
6. Set the weld current control knob to the desired amperage.
7. Set the ARC FORCE control knob to 2.
Minimum (0) provides a soft arc, low spatter & low penetration.
Medium (2) provides a normal arc, improved fusion & normal penetration.
Maximum (10) provides a hard arc & deep penetration.
8. Install a stick electrode in the electrode holder.
9. You are now ready to begin STICK Welding
NOTE
Gently strike the electrode on the work piece to generate a welding arc, and slowly move along the work
piece while holding a consistent arc length above base metal.
3.07 LIFT TIG (GTAW) Setup
Set Process Selection
Switch to LIFT TIG.
Positive Output
Terminal
(Dinse™ 50)
Negative
Output
Terminal
(Dinse™ 50)
Art # A-09785_AB
Set Welding Current
as specified by the
Electrode Manufacturer.
Secure the gas cylinder in an
upright position by chaining it
to a stationary support to prevent
falling or tipping.
Switch to 2T/4T
Set DOWN Slope
Figure 3-3: Setup for LIFT TIG (GTAW) Welding