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Safe Operation

Preparing to work with the welding machine

To ensure trouble-free and safe operation of the welding machine, the following conditions of use must be met:

1. The voltage of the electric current in the network must correspond to the required parameters for this equipment.

2. If necessary, filter the supply voltage and ground the welding machine to avoid electric shock.

3. Before starting work, it is necessary to take care of the protection of surrounding objects and people from the effects of electromagnetic radiation.

Taken into account:

cables, wires located in the immediate vicinity of the welding machine;
radio and television receivers and transmitters;
computers;
safety equipment, fuses;
nearby people using hearing aids, pacemakers;
measuring and calibration equipment;
the time of day when the welding work is to be carried out.

4. Remove all flammable materials (eg wood, paper, etc.) from the work area.

5. Place the welding machine in such a way that the cooling air openings are not obstructed (forced circulation by a fan). Aggressive fumes, dust, moisture, etc. must not be allowed to enter. into the welding machine.

6. To prevent the machine from tipping over, place it on a level surface.

7. Fasten the gas cylinder with the strap or chain supplied with the welding machine.

8. When working, ALWAYS use a face shield with appropriate filter goggles to protect your eyes from the strong light emitted by the electric arc.

9. Use the shortest possible cables for the welding machine and place them directly on the floor.

10. Avoid direct contact with the welding circuit, even if the generator is at rest.

11. Install, check or repair the welding machine only after disconnecting the device from the mains.

12. Make electrical connection in accordance with general safety regulations.

13. Disconnect the machine from the mains before changing the welding torch.

14. Verify that the power outlet is properly grounded.

Connecting the machine to the power supply

Before connecting, make sure that the voltage indicated on the rating plate of the machine corresponds to the mains voltage and frequency. The welding machine must be connected with two wires (2 phases or phase-neutral) plus a third separate wire dedicated to earth (PE). Please note that the earth connection is yellow or green.

Install on the supply cable a plug that complies with the requirements of the regulations and has the appropriate current carrying capacity, equipped with a lug for grounding.

Prepare a compliant socket equipped with a fuse or circuit breaker.

Basic safety rules when working with a welding machine

1. It is forbidden to use the device in wet, damp rooms, in the rain.

2. It is forbidden to carry out welding work with containers, containers containing flammable liquids or gases.

3. It is forbidden to work with materials that have been treated with chlorine-containing solvents, as well as near these solvents.

4. It is forbidden to use the welding machine to weld containers under pressure

5. Sufficient ventilation must be provided in the work area to remove welding fumes.

6. Be sure to use special filter glasses installed on the mask or helmet, and special clothing or gloves to protect exposed skin from the ultraviolet rays of the arc.

7. It is forbidden to operate a defective device, as well as a device that has damaged cables, insulation or loose connections.

8. Do not use the welding machine to defrost pipes.

9. Replacement of the supply cable must be carried out by qualified personnel.

10. Never open the body panels of the working device, all checks with the body of the device under voltage open can lead to a strong electric shock!

11. Do not under any circumstances weld with an open body.

12. Do not point the welding gun at yourself or touch the welding wire.

13. Do not strike or pinch the welding gun with tools.

14. Do not place the welding torch and its cable on hot objects, as this will melt the insulating materials and immediately render the welding torch unusable.

15. Whenever changing the wire spool, blow dry compressed air (max. 10 bar) through the guide tube.

16. At least once a day, check the correct assembly of the end parts of the welding torch: nozzle (nozzles), contact piece and gas diffuser.

17. Before carrying out maintenance operations and replacing parts of the welding gun, disconnect the machine from the power supply and cool down the welding gun.

18. If the hole is deformed or enlarged, replace the mouthpiece (tubular current lead).

19. Regularly clean the inside of the nozzle(s).

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