Setup and connection
Operating Instructions Soyer Bolzenschweißtechnik 63
Danger from leaking gas
Leaking gas can lead to many dangers, such as oxygen deprivation or cables/
lines/gas cylinders whipping around wildly.
• Make sure that the gas cylinder is adequately secured against falling over
and being damaged.
• Ensure that gas cylinder, fittings and cables/lines are always in perfect
condition.
• Ensure adequate supply of fresh air when using, storing and transporting
the gas cylinder.
• Follow the instructions and stipulations of the gas/gas cylinder manufacturer.
• Carry out all required and mandatory tests of the gas cylinder and fittings
and cables.
• Protect the gas supply against access by unauthorised persons.
The following shielding gas mixtures are recommended:
• 82% argon and 18% CO
2
(preferably)
• 90% argon and 10% CO
2
• 85% argon and 15% CO
2