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I can't weigh up exactly if it is for a scratch-start TIG torch or High-Frequency, push button type. I would imagine it to have a basic, scratch-start TIG facility but the socket next to the + outlet is throwing me. It illustrates the switch symbol which would normally be for the high frequency style torch or a foot switch. Maybe that's for the Plasma torch?
Anything in the manual, how's your Chinese?!
weldequip
Anything in the manual, how's your Chinese?!
weldequip
malcolm
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Noticed the green resin with bits of glass fibre sticking out. There are a few benches in my garage that are exactly like that - I share it with a guy who is repairing a green fibreglass car.
No Diagrams Steve.
For Tungsten Arc welding Press torch switch....electro magnetic valve is started. Sound of HF arc striking can be heard........
Oh and a word of warning to y`all
Avoid operating in sunshines and drippings
Arc radiation can burn your SHINS ? eh?
The machine is Arc Tig and Cutter.
Does this help?
Alex
For Tungsten Arc welding Press torch switch....electro magnetic valve is started. Sound of HF arc striking can be heard........
Oh and a word of warning to y`all
Avoid operating in sunshines and drippings
Arc radiation can burn your SHINS ? eh?
The machine is Arc Tig and Cutter.
Does this help?
Alex
Ha Ha, I did warn ya Alex; avoid sunshines & drippings?!, Oh, and protect your shins!!!
Jesus H!!
Does sound like an HF start TIG though. Next piece in the jigsaw puzzle, was it supplied with a plug to fit into that torch trigger socket? There's a multitude of different types so if there wasn't one supplied that is your first headache.
weldequip
Jesus H!!
Does sound like an HF start TIG though. Next piece in the jigsaw puzzle, was it supplied with a plug to fit into that torch trigger socket? There's a multitude of different types so if there wasn't one supplied that is your first headache.
weldequip
I`ll have another look tomorrow Steve .Thanks Mate. Interesting car Malc.
That subframe he`s made is like some of the layup I`ve done on small boats. Great stuff Grp.........when it`s finished! Have you seen some of the work these guys are doing with Kevlar and inflatable bag mouldings?
Alex
That subframe he`s made is like some of the layup I`ve done on small boats. Great stuff Grp.........when it`s finished! Have you seen some of the work these guys are doing with Kevlar and inflatable bag mouldings?
Alex
Have you tried here:
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SR-17-TIG-tor...yZ113743QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItem
http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/SR-17-TIG-tor...yZ113743QQrdZ1QQssPageNameZWD1VQQcmdZViewItem
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Ok, i take it you've got the cut switch set to 'cut' and your not trying to cut with argon? Those chinese tig/plasma's share the same gas input hose at the back, connect this up to DRY!!!! air at 50psi or so and try it again.
Hugh
Hugh
Thanks Hugh. Switches seem to be set ok.Three positions. Air/gas inlet at rear of machine. There is a water trap set inline.Machine turns on ok and torch switch controls air flow on and off with a 2second delay. Fan works power on and off ok. It is pilot arc start. Should machine not make a constant clicking noise until arc is formed?
Just couldn`t get any power through the torch. When I left it down and came back I noticed moisture coming through the torch nozzle and had left a drip on the floor. Drained compressor well before start. no water gathered in percolator........is this the problem? The machine looks not badly put together but the manual is poor.
Alex
Just couldn`t get any power through the torch. When I left it down and came back I noticed moisture coming through the torch nozzle and had left a drip on the floor. Drained compressor well before start. no water gathered in percolator........is this the problem? The machine looks not badly put together but the manual is poor.
Alex
Just to update on machine.When turning it off....It frequently trips my 40amp breaker which none of my other machines do. HF pilot Arc system seems to be cheif suspect at the mo. I don`t have a Tig torch to try that function or the proper dinse socket to try it on ordinary arc function.and wont be buying them at the moment.
Not having used a cutter I`m wondering should there not be a constant sparking sound until the ARC is struck. Maybe Greenbird can come in and tell me.
Alex
Not having used a cutter I`m wondering should there not be a constant sparking sound until the ARC is struck. Maybe Greenbird can come in and tell me.
Alex
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Sounds disappointing. My TIG makes a sparking noise to form the arc (HT start) though it's an older machine that uses spark gaps and inductors to make the starting HF.
Is it not possible to return your device to the guy you bought it from? If it's been sold as new and tested then surely he'd have it back.
Is it not possible to return your device to the guy you bought it from? If it's been sold as new and tested then surely he'd have it back.
