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Recommended combinations / Electrode grinding
0.3 - 3 mm
2.4 - 6 mm
4 - 8 mm
To optimise the welding process, it is recommended to grind the electrode prior to welding as described in
the diagram below:
L = 3 x d for a low current
L = d for a strong current
DIN connector – Torch command
3
4
5
1
2
2, 4 & 5 : not connected
TROUBLESHOOTING
Anomalies
The device does not deliver any
current and the yellow indicator
lamp of thermal defect (6) lights
up.
The display is on but the device
does not deliver any current.
If, when the unit is on and you put
your hand on the welding unit's
body, you feel tingling sensation.
The display is on but the device
does not deliver any current.
When starting up,
the display indicates
PROTIG 160 DC LIFT
Current (A)
Ø Electrode (mm)
5 - 75
60 - 150
100 - 200
Causes
The welder thermal protection has
turned on.
The cable of the earth clamp or
electrode holder is not connected
to the welder.
The welding unit is not correctly
connected to the earth.
The cable of the earth clamp or
electrode holder is not connected
to the welder.
The voltage is not included in the
range (230 V +/-15%)
.
Ø Nozzle (mm)
1
6,5
1.6
2
9.5
d
1
3
Flow rate
(Argon L/mn)
6 - 7
8
6 - 7
7 - 8
L
Remedies
Wait for the end of the cooling
time, around 2 minutes. The indi-
cator lamp (6) turns off.
Check the connections.
Check the plug and the earth of
your electrical network.
Check the connections.
Have the electrical installation
checked.
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