1.1 General information
These operating instructions apply to the power unit type NOMARK 65/99
with welding gun C0 and/or CHP and are intended for
the operating, repair and service personnel.
Familiarise yourself with the contents of these operating instructions
before starting the power unit. You will then achieve better
welding results and work safely.
In the event of difficulties or confusion please consult the after sales
service of TWS Tech, who will be pleased to help you.
The figures, specifications and data given in these operating instructions
correspond to the state of development as on 13 March 2001.
TWS reserves the right to make technical changes serving to
improve the power unit.
1.1.1 For your safety
Knowledge of the contents of these operating instructions is essential
to ensure safe and trouble free operation of the stud welding system.
See chapter 2 for information on proper and safe handling of welding
guns.
Circumstances and requirements change from case to case.
Therefore also always comply with your national and EN (European)
standards regarding safety.
Set-up personnel
Set-up personnel need knowledge and experience in welding to
• assess the workplace,
• set up the equipment
• select the right welding element.
Knowledge in the handling of stud welding systems is also required.
This knowledge is taught either by TWS or trained set-up personnel.
Operator
Welding work may only be performed by persons over 18 years of
age. Knowledge of welding is presupposed (see also section 1.1.3).
Employer
The personnel must be instructed according to the regulations of
BG § 1 regularly, at least once a year.
Untrained or unauthorised personnel may not use the power unit.
1.1.2 Field of application of the stud welding system
The power unit is designed for welding of welding elements (e.g.
welding studs) by the arc pressure welding method. The device
only works in combination with a suitable welding gun.
The power unit can be used to weld, for example, welding studs
according to EN 13918 – Studs for arc welding – on to weldable
workpiece surfaces. Many other forms of welding element can
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also be welded. Contact THOMAS in this regard if necessary.