CARBONE PowerMaster205, Operator'S Manual

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A-3 INSTALLATION A-3
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Read entire installation section before starting installation.
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
·Only qualified personnel should
perform this installation.
·Turn the input power OFF at the
disconnect switch or fuse box
before working on this equipment.
·Do not touch electrically hot parts.
·Always connect the MACHINE to a power
supply grounded per the National Electrical
Code and any local codes.
SELECT SUITABLE LOCATION
Place the welder where clean cooling air can freely
circulate in and out through the rear louvers. Dirt,
dust or any foreign material that can be drawn into
the welder should be kept at a minimum. Failure to
observe these precautions can result in excessive
operating temperatures and nuisance shut-downs.
GRINDING
Do not direct grinding particles towards the welder.
An abundance of conductive material can cause
maintenance problems.
STACKING
The machine cannot be stacked.
TRANSPORT - UNLOADING
Never underestimate the weight of the
equipment.
Never make the cargo pass or leave it
suspended over people or things.
Neither let the equipment or the single unit fall,
nor put it down with force.
Once it has been removed from the packing, the
power source can be used to move it in the
hand or on the shoulder.
Never lift welder with gas cylinder attached.
Never lift welder above personnel.
TILTING
Each machine must be placed on a secure, level
surface, either directly or on a recommended
undercarriage. The machine may topple over if this
procedure is not followed. 10
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ENVIRONMENTAL RATING
The welding machine power source carries an
IP21s environmental rating. It may be used in
normal industrial and commercial environments.
Avoid using it in environments which have falling
water such as rain.
Read and follow "Electric Shock Warnings" in the
Safety section if welding must be performed under
electrically hazardous conditions such as welding in
wet areas or on or in the workpiece.
FALLING
EQUIPMENT
cause injury
PLASMA ARC
can injure
Keep your body away from nozzle and
plasma arc
Operate the pilot arc with cation. The
pilot arc is capable of burning the
operator,others even piercing safety
clothing