Clarke TIG Welding Torch, 6010800 User guide

TIG WELDING TORCH KIT

TIG WELDING TORCH KIT

Part No. 6010800

OPERATING & MAINTENANCE

INSTRUCTIONS

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Thank you for purchasing this CLARKE TIG Welding Torch Kit, designed for
the professional and DIY user alike. It is ideal for use with most TIG welding
machines, in particular, the CLARKE ARC/TIG WELDERS, Models130 and

150.

Please read this leaflet thoroughly and follow the instructions carefully, in
doing so you will ensure the safety of yourself and that of others around
you, and you can look forward to the torch giving you long and satisfactory
service.

GUARANTEE

This CLARKE product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period
of 12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt as proof
of purchase. This guarantee is invalid if the product is found to have been
abused or tampered with in any way, or not used for the purpose for which
it was intended.
Faulty goods should be returned to their place of purchase, no product
can be returned to us without prior permission. This guarantee does not
effect your statutory rights.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

IMPORTANT!

In addition to the following precautions, you should read , and fully

comply with all instructions and safety precautions that were supplied

with your TIG Welder.

PARTS DIAGRAM

✗ NEVER point the torch at any person or animal.
✗ NEVER touch the nozzle unless the welder is switched OFF and the

nozzle has been allowed to cool off.

✗ NEVER connect, disconnect, or attempt to service the torch, unless

the machine is switched OFF and disconnected from the mains supply.

✗ NEVER allow the cables to become wrapped around the operator or

any person in the vicinity.

✔ When welding, users and bystanders must ALWAYS use a hand or head

shield fitted with the correct shade of lens. Failure to do so can cause
serious damage to your eyes.

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1-9 Torch assembly complete 23020125
1-5 Torch head w/cable assembly 23025031

2 End Cap c/w O-Ring 23025012
3 Gas Contr. Knob c/w O-Ring 23025034
4 Air Hose *
5 DIN Connector (M12) 22100001
6 Ceramic Nozzle 23025008
7 Collet Body 1.6mm 23025005

Collet Body 2.4mm 23025014
Collet Body 3.2mm 23025018

Item Description Part No.Item Description Part No.

8 Collet 1.6mm 23025004

Collet 2.4mm 23025013
Collet 3.2mm 23025017

9 Electrode (For welding Steel)

1.6mm 23025006

2.4mm 23025015

3.2 mm 23025019

10 Earth Clamp 22110007
11 Earth Cable Complete 2Mtrs 43210009
12 Mini Gas Regulator 22905004

* See your CLARKE dealer

OPERATION

UNPACKING (ref. Parts Diagram)

There are three methods generally employed for producing the initial arc
for TIG welding.

On smaller, low end machines, a ‘scratch arc ‘ method is used where the
electrode is ‘scratched’ against the work to strike an arc, similar to normal
arc welding. Other machines employ a ‘lift arc’ method, which is similar
to scratch arc in that the electrode must touch the work, but a far greater
degree of control is available. Others are fitted with a High Frequency unit
which allows the arc to form once the electrode is brought to within a
specified distance from the work.

If you are not familiar with TIG welding, you should consult the manual
supplied with your TIG welder, where full detaills of its operation should be
given.

MAINTENANCE

The torch and cable should be inspected before use, to ensure that it is
completely undamaged. Replace any part which is suspect, and ensure
all connections are firmly secured before switching on the welder.

The earth cable similarly should be completely free from defects, and the
clamp must be capable of gripping the workpiece firmly.

Consumables (Electrodes, Nozzles etc.), are listed in the Parts list.

Unpack and lay out the components, checking against the following list. Any
damage which may have been incurred in transit should be reported to your
CLARKE dealer immediately.

The Torch Kit comprises the following items: ( Nos. in brackets Refer to Parts Diagram)

1. Main cable with the following attachments:

1.1 DIN type male connector (5)

1.2 Air hose for connection to the gas regulator4)

1.4 Torch head (1)

2. Two complete nozzle assemblies - 1.6mm and 2.4 mm, each one comprising:

2.1 Electrode (9)

2.2 Collet Body (7)

2.3 Collet (8)

3. One Ceramic Nozzle (6)

4. One Gas Regulator - for connection to a large gas bottle. (12)

5. One Earth Clamp with cable and male DIN type connector (5, 10 and 11)

ASSEMBLY (Ref. Parts Diagram)

Two complete nozzle assemblies, complete with electrodes, are supplied with the
unit, and are assembled is as follows.

1. Select the size of electrode required, and ensure you select the correct size
collet and collet body for that particular electrode.

Fig.1

PARTS & SERVICE CONTACTS

For Spare Parts and Service,please contact your nearest dealer, or CLARKE

International, on one of the following numbers.

PARTS & SERVICE TEL: [phone]

PARTS & SERVICE FAX: [phone]

or e-mail as follows:

PARTS: [e-mail]

SERVICE: [e-mail]

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2. Screw the collet body into the head
of the torch, (Fig.1)and tighten, but

taking care not to overtighten.....

Fig.2

and then screw on the nozzle
insulator (Fig.2).

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3. Thread the electrode into the collet,
and insert the collet into the collet
body through the rear of the head,
with its’ shoulder facing the rear as
shown in Fig.3

Fig.3

CONNECTIONS

Before connecting the torch to the welder, ensure the welder is switched
OFF, and disconnected from the mains supply.

It is important to note that the torch cable male DIN connector, is plugged
into the NEGATIVE terminal of the welder, otherwise the tungsten electrode
will melt.

4. Push the electrode in, so that it
protrudes from the nozzle by
approx. 10mm, and screw on the
rear end cap. As the end cap
tightens, the electrode will be
gripped and secured in position.
Whilst it is still possible for the
electrode to move, adjust it so that
it protrudes from the nozzle by 4 ­5mm, and then tighten the end cap
against the rubber O-Ring.

NOTE: Before assembly, file or grind the tip of the electrode to a point (from 40O to
60O), as this will give optimum performance.

This completes the torch assembly.

Fig.4

GAS SUPPLY

It will be necessary to procure a supply of pure ARGON gas. A large gas
cylinder should be used.

Attach gas hose to the pressure regulator (supplied), securing with the
worm drive clip (not supplied), and the pressure regulator to the gas bottle,
ensuring the connection is perfectly tight. Pressure is regulated by turning
the control knob on the regulator.

The earth clamp cable is connected to the POSITIVE terminal.

Connect the earth clamp to the workpiece, to bare metal, free from rust,
paint, or oil etc.

Fig.5

Figs. 5 and 6 illustrate typical connections

Connections showing
CLARKE ARC/TIG 150

Fig.6

ALWAYS release the pressure from the regulator when not in use, and
remember to turn OFF the gas supply as soon as you have finished welding.

ALWAYS close the cylinder valve before attempting to change an empty
cylinder.

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Connections showing
CLARKE ARC/TIG 130

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