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Make sure that the mains voltage matches the voltage indicated on the specifications plate of the welding
machine. Connect a plug of adequate capacity for the current consumption I1 indicated on the data plate.
Make sure that the yellow/green conductor of the power cable is connected to the plug's earth contact.
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If mains power extensions are used, the cable supply cross-section must be appropriately sized. Do not use
extensions longer than 30 m.
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It is essential to use the device only if connected to a power supply with an earth conductor.
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Using the device connected to the mains without an earth conductor or to a socket without a contact for this
conductor constitutes very serious negligence. The manufacturer declines all responsibility for damage to
people or property that may occur.
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The user is bound to have the efficiency of the earth conductor of the system and the device in use periodically
checked by a qualified electrician.
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Environmental and storage conditions
The device must be installed and operated only on an appropriate, stable, flat surface and not in the open air. The user
must ensure that the ground is flat and not slippery and that the workplace is properly lit. Safe use of the device must
be ensured at all times. The device can be damaged by particularly high quantities of dust, acids, gases or corrosive
substances. Prevent the device from coming into contact with high quantities of smoke, steam, oil mist or grinding
powders! Poor ventilation will result in reduced performance and damage to the device:
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Observe the recommended environmental conditions.
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Leave cooling air inlets and outlets unobstructed.
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Leave a minimum distance of 0.5 m from any obstructions.
Ambient temperature range under working conditions from -10 °C to +40 °C, under transportation and storage
conditions from -20 °C to +55 °C. Air relative humidity: up to 50% at 40 °C, up to 90% at 20 °C.
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Gas cylinders
Position the gas cylinders so that they are stable on a solid, flat base.
Secure the cylinders to prevent accidental falling: fasten the safety tape to the top of the gas cylinder. Never attach
the safety tape to the cylinder neck.
Observe the gas cylinder manufacturer's safety instructions.
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General Information
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During power-on with a high-frequency strike device, keep the earth cable and torch cable at least 30 cm
apart to prevent sparking between them.
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The cable bundle must not exceed a total length of 30 m. Never stand between the welding cables. Connect
the earth cable to the workpiece that is as close as possible to the welding or cutting area.
♦
In applications with multiple welding sources, make sure that the cable bundles of each source are spaced
at least 30 cm apart.
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In applications with multiple sources, each power source must have its own connection to the welding
workpiece. Never use a shared earth for multiple power sources.
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Install and use the device only in accordance with the protection class indicated on the data plate. During
installation, leave a gap of 1 m around the device to ensure that cooling air can flow in and out freely.
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The use of non-original accessories may compromise the correct operation of the power source and even
the integrity of the system, rendering any warranty and liability cover that the Manufacturer may provide for
the welding power source null and void.
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