ESAB AUTO K 600 - CAUTIONS FOR INSTALLATION; Capacity of Equipment; Installation place

D. CAUTIONS FOR INSTALLATION
a) Capacity of Equipment
Input Voltage
AC 415 V ±10%
Number of Phase &
Frequency
3 phases, 50 HZ
AK 400 AK 600
Maximum rating of
Equipment
20.7 KVA 40 KVA
Capacity of Fuse (B Class) 32 Amps 63 Amps
Input Cable More than
8 mm
2
More than
14 mm
2
Output Cable More than
38 mm
2
More than
60 mm
2
− Provide a Switch Box for every Welding Power Source, and use designated
fuse
− Tolerance of Power Voltage Variation is ± 10% of rated input voltage.
− 100 Amps MCB to be used as alternative to SFU.
b) Installation place
− Install in the place where less moisture and dust exist. Avoid direct sunlight and
rain, and maintain ambient temperature within –10
o
to 45
o
C as much as
possible.
− Keep the welding power source at least 20 cm. away from the wall (if any).
− In case of installation of more two units side by side, a distance of more than 20
cm. is recommended between the two power sources.
− Keep the Gas Cylinder on a separate stand.
− Use a shield to protect the welding arc in case of excessive air draft.
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