Nelson Nelweld 6000 - Operation; Basic Operation Procedure

Nelweld Operations and Service Manual
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4.0 OPERATION
4.1 Safety Precautions
Observe additional Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual.
4.2 Basic Operation Procedure
The process to begin welding using a Nelweld
unit is very easy. Once the proper electrical
connections and gun connections are established:
• Turn the main power switch on the front of
the unit to the “on” position. Wait for the unit
to complete its startup sequence.
• Set the desired current and time settings.
• Save any setpoints, if desired.
• Adjust other settings by accessing the proper
function.
• Perform a lift check to verify proper gun lift.
• Lock the unit, if desired.
• Perform test welds to verify the correct
welding settings.
After establishing proper setup, production
welding may begin.
•
Keep your head
away from fumes.
• Use ventilation or
exhaust fans to
remove fumes from
the breathing zone.
FUMES AND GASES can be dangerous.
•
Wear eye, ear, and
body protection.
• Protect those near the
welding area by
posting caution signs
and/or non-
flammable
screening.
ARC RAYS can burn.
•
Keep flammable
material away.
• Do not weld on
containers that have
held combustibles.
• Always wear safety
glasses when welding.
WELDING SPARKS can cause fire or
explosion.
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
•
Do not touch
electrically live parts
with skin or wet
clothing.
• Insulate yourself from
work and ground.
• Always wear dry,
insulating gloves
•
Maintain solid electrical
connections.