Welding
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TIG
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Read the manual before using the TIG welder!

[TIG welder manual](https://www.everlastgenerators.com/sites/everlastgenerators/files/downloads/PowerTIG%20255ext%202017.pdf "there is another version of the manual out there, which is outdated and possibly incorrect")

Operating notes:

- Leave the welder on during your whole work session so the fans continue to cool it internally.
  - let it run the fans if it has overheated
- Tungsten rods are Lanthanated so there is no(?) radioactive dust inhalation risk from grinding



Reference Data:

- Rated Output:
  - min: 3A 10.1V
  - max: 150A 16V 

- Duty Cycle 120V:
  - 60% @ 150A 16V
  - 100% @ 120A 14.8V

- Electrical Draw 120V:
  - max: 36A

- Dimensions: 17.5"H 9.25"W 22"L

- AC Easy Start Parameters (Default):
  - AC Frequency: 120Hz
  - AC Balance: 25%
  - Preflow: 0.5s
  - Post Flow: 4s
  - Amps: 120A
  - Start amps: 50A
  - End amps: 50A
  - Upslope: 1s
  - Downslope: 3s #(2T with torch switch)

- DC Easy Start Parameters (Default):
  - Preflow: 0.5s
  - Post Flow: 3s
  - Amps: 90A
  - Start amps: 50A
  - End amps: 50A
  - Upslope: 1s
  - Downslope: 3s #(2T with torch switch)


MIG
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