Lincoln Electric - Tig Welders

Below is a list of the items that were included with your TIG 185 Ready-Pak (K2347-1). Before setting up the machine, please be sure you have all the necessary parts.  You can view and print a list of additional expendable parts by viewing the Parts List PDF

• Precision TIG 185
• 10 ft. Work Cable & Clamp Wired Into Unit
• 9 ft. Input Cable Wired Into Unit
• NEMA 6-50P (50 Amp) Plug Wired Onto Input Cable
• NEMA 6-50R (50Amp) Receptacle
• 150 Amp 12.5 ft. TIG Torch
• Harris Calorific Gas Regulator and Hose
• Foot Operated Amptrol
• Slide Chart for Easy TIG Welding Setup
• Handbook for TIG Welding Basics
• Operators Manual
• Understorage Cart Mounted to Unit **

** With Purchase of K2347-2 Precision TIG 185 Ready-Pak w/ Cart Model

Other items that you will need before stating to weld are:

• 100% Argon Shielding Gas
• Welding Helmet
• Safety Glasses
• Welding Gloves
• Tungsten for the Application
• Filler Metal for the Application

Lincoln also recommends the following items and options for your welding setup.  These items are available for purchase through Lincoln Distributors.

WELDING IN TIG MODE

1. Connect the TIG torch and cable Twist-Mate quick connect plug to the Electrode/Gas output receptacle. This receptacle also contains an integral gas connection for the torch. Connect the work clamp to the work piece.

2. Set the TIG/STICK switch to "TIG".

3. Set the Polarity Switch to DC- for welding steel or stainless steel; or to AC for welding aluminum.

4. Connect the Foot Amptrol to the Remote Control Connector.

5. Turn on the cylinder gas valve and adjust the flow regulator to obtain desired flow.

6. Turn the power switch to "ON". NOTE: There will be a 15 second gas flow when the power is turned on.

7. Preset the Output Control on the control panel to the maximum desired amps, as read on the digital meter.

8. Depress the Foot Amptrol to energize the torch and establish an an arc with the work piece. The digital meter reads the actual amps while welding.

NOTE: When the TIG/STICK switch is set to "TIG", depressing the remote control will start a 0.5 second gas pre-flow before energizing the TIG torch. When the remote control is released the TIG torch is de-energized and gas flow will continue for the time set by the Post Flow Time control. When the polarity switch is set to DC, the TIG Arc Starter will turn on and off automatically to start and stabilize the arc. In AC the TIG Arc Starter will turn on with the output and remain on continuously until the remote control is released.

PULSE TIG CONTROL
Use this knob to set the frequency or the number of pulses per second, from 0.1pps to 20pps.

• This setting adjusts heat output and bead shape for travel speed. Thinner plate with faster travel speed will require higher frequency than thicker plate with slower travel speed. 2-3 is a typical starting point.

WELDING IN STICK MODE

1. Put the electrode holder and cable quick connect plug into the electrode output receptacle. Turn clockwise until tight. Connect the work clamp to the work piece.

2. Set the TIG/STICK switch to "STICK".

3. Set the Polarity Switch to the weld mode desired for the type of electrode being used (most commonly DC+).

4. Place the electrode in the electrode holder.

5. Turn the power switch to "ON".

6. Adjust the Current Control to the desired amps.

7. Strike an arc and weld.

NOTE: When the TIG/STICK switch is set to "STICK" the output is always on when the power switch is on. A remote control has no effect on the welding current and the gas flow and high frequency TIG arc starter are disabled.