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The TRADITIONAL are traditional welding units for MMA electrode welding with direct current (DC). They can weld rutile, cast-iron, basic and stainless
steel electrodes. They work on a 400V tri-phase power supply.
Before any use, thanks to read carefully the user’s manual and to follow the instructions of the manufacturer.
If you misuse the item, it can be dangerous for the people, animals and buildings in the working environment.
The user remains responsible for the environment and working safety.
P
OWER SUPPLY
–
START UP
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The Tradtionals need to plug on a 3ph 400V socket (50-60Hz) with
EARTH
. The absorbed effective current (I1) is shown on the machine, for
maximal using conditions. Check if the power supply and its protection (fuse and/or circuit breaker) are compatibles with the current necessary.
The unit must be located in a place where it is easy to access to the plug.
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Start the machine by switching ON the main switch on the front of the unit.
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Connect the earth cable and the electrode holder in the quick plugs on the front. Respect the polarities (+/-) indicated on the electrodes
packaging.
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Do not use the machine in an area containing metallic conducting dust.
U
SE
1.
Ensure the earth lead is connected to the work piece (as close as possible to the welding area)
2.
Select the appropriate diameter of electrode, approximately the same as the thickness of the piece to be welded. According to these
parameters, select the appropriate welding current by turning the knob and observing the setting on the scale located on the unit:
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To increase the power,
turn the knob clockwise.
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To decrease the power,
turn the knob anti-clockwise.
3.
Turn the switch on the value required by your welding parameter as described in the following table:
300 DC
400 DC
500 DC
MIN
60
250A
60
350A
60
450A
MAX
100
300A
100
400A
100
500A
4.
Thermal protection: After a long period of welding or an intensive use, it is necessary to wait until the transformer cools down. These
machines are protected by a thermostat which will automatically cut out the power to the unit to prevent damage during an overload:
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Light switched off
: you can weld.
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Light switched on
: you must wait.
5.
After using the welding unit, turn off the unit switch and unplug the machine.
M
AINTENANCE
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Refer all servicing to qualified personnel.
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Disconnect the generator and wait until the ventilator stopped before working on the unit. Inside the device, voltages and current are dangerous.
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Two or three times a year, remove the steel cover and blow off the dust with compressed air. Let check the electrical connections (with an
insulated tool) and the insulations by qualified personnel.
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Regularly control the state of the cord. If this supply cable is damaged, it must be replaced by the manufacturer, the after sales service or a
similarly qualified technician to avoid any danger.
A
DVICE
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Respect welding polarities and currents indicated on the electrode packaging
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Remove the electrode from the electrode holder when you do not use it.
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Keep the ventilated louvre passages clean to allow in/out air circulation.
S
ECURITY
The arc welding can be dangerous and leads serious injury, may fatal. Protect yourself and protect the others.
Respect the following warnings:
Arc rays
Protect yourself thanks to a welding helmet in compliance with EN175 equipped with filters in compliance with EN 169 or
EN 379. Inform and protect by the same means any people in the welding environment.
