GULLCO Pipe Kat PK-500-LG Series, Operating Instructions Manual

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The following cautionary/warning label is attached to each “PIPE KAT”
®
main control box
The above label pictorially represents the following:
“Warning:-
Read the manual before turning the unit on and before performing service.
Also, positively disconnect the unit from all power supplies before
servicing!”
IMPORTANT
READ THIS BEFORE OPERATING THE PIPE KAT
®
CARRIAGE
WARNING! Always turn the main power off before connecting/disconnecting any cables
to/from the PIPE KAT
®
carriage and main control box. Failure to comply may
result in control damage.
Do not cycle the power on and off in quick succession to the PIPE KAT
®
system, as this may
have diverse affects.
Ensure that an adequate and well-maintained weld return path is provided with good electrical
contact. Failure to do so may result in the welding current passing through the carriage and
damaging the wiring and electrical components.
ALL THE SAFE PRACTICES AND PRECAUTIONS MAY NOT BE GIVEN IN WRITING.
SOME ARE BASED ON COMMON SENSE, BUT OTHERS MAY REQUIRE TECHNICAL
BACKGROUND TO EXPLAIN.