Fronius TransTig 1700, Operating Instructions Manual

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Start-up
Safety
WARNING!
An electric shock can be fatal.
If the device is plugged into the mains during installation, there is a high risk of
very serious injury and damage.
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Only carry out work on the device if the mains switch is in the "O" position.
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Only carry out work on the charger when it has been disconnected from the
mains supply.
WARNING!
Danger of electrical current due to electrically conductive dust in the device.
This can result in severe personal injury and damage to property.
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Only operate the device if an air filter is fitted. The air filter is a very import-
ant safety device for achieving IP 23 protection.
Remarks on the
cooling unit We recommend using a cooling unit for the following applications and situations:
- JobMaster TIG welding torch
- Hosepacks over 5 m long
- TIG AC welding
- In general, where welding is performed in higher power ranges
The cooling unit is powered from the power source. The cooling unit is ready for
operation when the mains switch of the power source is in the "I" position.
More information on the cooling unit can be found in the operating instructions
for the cooling unit.
General This section describes how to commission the power source:
- for the main TIG welding application
- with reference to a standard configuration for a TIG welding system
The standard configuration consists of the following system components:
- Power source
- TIG manual welding torch
- Pressure regulator
- Gas cylinder
Connecting the
gas cylinder
WARNING!
If gas cylinders topple over, there is a risk of very serious injury and damage.
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Place gas cylinders on a solid, level surface in such a way that they remain
stable
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Secure gas cylinders to prevent them from toppling over: fix the safety strap
at the same height as the top part of the cylinder
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Never fix the safety strap around the neck of the cylinder
Follow the gas cylinder manufacturer's safety instructions.
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