MAGNATECH Pipeliner II 609A, Operating And Maintenance Instruction Manual

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damage the oscillator mechanism. Raise the torch out of the groove before
actuating the centering control.
12.6 ALWAYS STOP MOTORS BEFORE REVERSING
Do not snap reverse motors. Switch motor to the "OFF" position before reversing
direction. Fast reversing can reduce motor power and shorten life.
12.7 ABRASIVE GRINDING DUST WILL CAUSE PREMATURE WEAR
Avoid grinding in the vicinity of the weld Head and Pendant. Grinding dust is
extremely abrasive and should not be allowed to contact weld Head and controls.
12.8 BE CAUTIOUS ABOUT HEAT DAMAGE TO HEAD
Remove the weld Head from preheated pipe when not actually welding.
12.9 DO NOT EXPOSE SYSTEM TO RAIN
Do not allow the weld Head or Pendant to be exposed to rain.
12.10 CHECK TO ENSURE THAT WELD HEAD ROTATION WILL NOT BE
OBSTRUCTED
Ensure that the rotation of the weld Head will be unobstructed by adjacent
structure, pipes, etc. If a doubt exists, jog the Head around prior to striking an
arc and carefully observe for interference.