Visual inspections
General The following must be visually inspected without any further dismantling of the
device. Obvious defects in any safety-related device components are unaccept-
able. Defects that could pose a risk during the visual inspection must also be re-
corded.
Any defects that could cause other hazards must be repaired immediately or re-
strictions placed on the further use of the system until repairs have been ef-
fected.
General condi-
tions
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Markings and stickers (rating plate, warning stickers) must be present and
legible
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There must be no damage or indications of improper use
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Gas pipes/connections must not be faulty
Welding torch/
electrode hold-
er/welding cur-
rent return ter-
minal
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Line must not be damaged or faulty (do not use insulating or adhesive tape
to repair damage)
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Connectors and plug/socket devices must not be damaged or deformed
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Plug pins must not be broken or damaged by heat
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Strain-relief device, bending-protection device, line routings or mountings
must all be effective
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Lines/plugs must be suitable for the application and the power level
Charging plug /
charger lead
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Line must not be damaged or faulty (do not use insulating or adhesive tape
to repair damage)
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Plug and coupling housings must not be damaged or deformed
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Plug pins must not be broken or damaged by heat
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Strain-relief devices must be effective
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Lines/plugs must be suitable for the application and the power level
Housing and cov-
ers
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Housing components/insulation components must be present and undam-
aged (do not use insulating or adhesive tape to repair damage)
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Unauthorised modifications (e.g.: installations or conversions that have not
been approved by the manufacturer)
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Cooling openings must not be dirty or blocked and an air filter must be
present
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There must be no signs of overloading or improper use
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Protection devices (e.g. gas cylinder holder) must be present
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Rollers, transportation devices, brackets, etc., must not be damaged
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There must not be any conductive objects in the housing
Adjustment and
display devices
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Controls and indicators must not be faulty
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Gas pressure regulator and flow meter must not be faulty
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