lol, just re-read my own post... thats more than likely the fault in Mr Picks welder... the contacts on the micro switch are NOT insulated, the live contact on the micro switch is probably touching the brass feed block. strip the torch open and have a look mate. why didnt i think of that...
If it were me, id leave it unplugged several days befor removing that cover. I only took mine off cos i knew it had been in storage for a while. the transformers in a welder probably hold enough charge to blow you across a room. Thats just a guess mind loosely base on somthing my brother told me...
LMAO! how stupid do i feel! my wolf turbo 150 isnt live torch anyway! I knew I should been bothered to go play with it first! Running .8 wire and argon/co2 gas all seems to be working a treat. My only advice to those with a permenant live torch is get them checked by a good service agent in case...
well to be fair i havnt got a live torch welder to save money because i didnt know it had a live torch at the time. I'm mearly looking into a cost effective solution to a problem that is catching a few of us DIY'ers out. The chances are i wont get anywhere with it.. but its at least worth a look...
Hi all again. Ive had a busy afternoon. First stop was to Elliots at BarHill, Cambridge. The service guy there was at lunch but I was advised to try StarMaker (also in cambridge). There the very helpful Stuart discussed my concerns about this live torch setup and between us we deemd it entirely...
the ruggedness of the french cars may have somthing to do with who they are designed for.. for instance renault clio front wings are bendy plastic and £18 each painted for a reason. Im not saying the french are bad drivers but i did notice on a recent holiday the cars where either holiday hire...
Wolf live torch?
Hi all, new here but so far VERY impressed with the site!!
I too have a Wolf welder, a 150 Turbo to be precise.
Ive just taken it out of the box (it was a cheapy off of Ebay.. Cat. return thing 'cos its a bit bent at the back). I'd also like to know A) if they are meant...