3-BEFORE COMMISSIONING
3-1 Utilization for intended purpose only
The power source may only be used for SMAW (ARC and TIG series) and TIG (only TIG series) welding. Utilisation for any
other purpose, or in any other manner, shall be deemed to be “not in accordance with the intended purpose”. The
manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage resulting from such improper use.
Utilisation in accordance with the “intended purpose” also comprises:
-following all the instructions given in this manual
-performing all stipulated inspection and servicing work
Warning! Operating the equipment incorrectly can cause serious injury and damage. Do not use the functions
described here until you have read and completely understood the “Safety rules”.
Warning! A machine that topples over or falls can easily cause harm to people. Please firmly install the machine on
a stable place.
The venting duct is very important for safety protections. When choosing the machine location, make sure it is possible for
the cooling air to freely enter and exit through the louvers on the front and back of machine. Any electro conductive metallic
dust like drillings must not be allowed to get sucked into the machine.
Note! Inadequately dimensioned electrical installations can lead to serious damage. The mains lead, and its fuse
protection, must be dimensioned in accordance with the local power supply. The technical data shown on the rating
plate shall apply.
3-2 Machines installation rules
According to test, the protection degree of this power source is IP21S/IP23S. However, the internal key components must
be protected from direct soaking.
3-3 Power source connection
- The power source is designed to run on the voltage given on the nameplate.
- The mains cables and plugs must be mounted in accordance with the relevant technical standards.
- The power supply sockets that come with power source are designed to use strictly according to the marked voltages.
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3-4 Welding cables instruction
When welding, please pay attention to the followings.
a. The welding cables should be kept as short as possible;
b. If extended cable is used, please do as shown in Fig. 3-4-1.
Wrong
Coil the excess ground cable and welding
cable in same direction respectively
Torch
Correct
Straighten the ground cable and welding
cable and make them close to each other.
Bundle the ground cable and welding cable
together, running the wires close to the
ground