Get started with the Forney 220 AC/DC TIG Welder! Below is the breakdown of the Quick Start Guide included with your new machine.
TIG Welding with the Forney 220 AC/DC Welder
FIRST STEPS
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2. Connect TIG torch and ground clamp![]() | 3. Connect TIG torch lead to gas (100% Argon) ![]() |
4. Adjust amperage per material thickness![]() | 5. Connect to input power![]() | 6. Choose between High Frequency (HF) start or Lift Start Electrode is always electrically hot while in TIG mode ![]() |
TIG TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Workpiece grounding Connect ground clamp to clean, bare metal. No rust, paint or other coatings. Attach the ground clamp directly to workpiece if you are experiencing issues. | Workpiece Preparation To ensure maximum quality, always clean and prepare welding surfaces. |
Frequently tripping circuit breaker or exceeding duty cycle![]() | |
Low weld output or poor fusion 110-120V • Usually due to low input power • Welder should be only thing plugged into circuit • Avoid using extension cords. If one must be used, it must be 3 conductor #12 AWG or larger up to 25 feet • Generators must be a minimum 5,000W continuous output with no low-idle function (or low-idle off), 5% THD Max | Low weld output or poor fusion 208-240V • Usually due to low input power • Welder should be only thing plugged into circuit • Avoid using extension cords. If one must be used, it must be 3 conductor #8 AWG • Generators must be a minimum 10,000W continuous output with no low-idle function (or low-idle off), 5% THD Max |
Stick Welding with the Forney AC/DC Welder
FIRST STEPS
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2. Connect electrode holder and ground clamp according to desired polarity ![]() Usually DCEP-Electrode Positive | 3. Connect to input power![]() |
4. Adjust amperage per material settings chart on the welder![]() | 5. Recommended electrodes![]() |
STICK TROUBLESHOOTING TIPS
Workpiece grounding Connect ground clamp to clean, bare metal. No rust, paint or other coatings. Attach the ground clamp directly to workpiece if you are experiencing issues. | Workpiece Preparation To ensure maximum quality, always clean and prepare welding surfaces. |
Frequently tripping circuit breaker or exceeding duty cycle![]() ![]() ![]() | |
Low weld output or poor fusion 110-120V • Usually due to low input power • Welder should be only thing plugged into circuit • Avoid using extension cords. If one must be used, it must be 3 conductor #12 AWG or larger up to 25 feet • Generators must be a minimum 5,000W continuous output with no low-idle function (or low-idle off), 5% THD Max | Low weld output or poor fusion 208-240V • Usually due to low input power • Welder should be only thing plugged into circuit • Avoid using extension cords. If one must be used, it must be 3 conductor #8 AWG • Generators must be a minimum 10,000W continuous output with no low-idle function (or low-idle off), 5% THD Max |
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