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PATON VDI SERIES ECO DC MMA
Pic. 1. Control and indication elements
2. SETTING THE WELDING UNIT INTO OPERATION
WARNING!!!
Read
Section 11
, "Safety instructions", before putting the
welding unit into operation.
2.1. PROPER USE
The welding unit is designed for argon shielded tungsten-arc welding and for manual consumable-
electrode arc welding.
Any other use of the welding unit is considered as improper. The manufacturer of the welding unit is
not responsible for damages caused by any improper use of the unit.
The use of the welding unit is proper if all the requirements of this Operation Manual are met.
WARNING!!!
Do not use the welding unit to unfreeze pipes.
2.2. REQUIREMENTS FOR INSTALLATION
The welding unit is protected against ingress of foreign particles more than 5.5 mm in size, and the
internal elements of the unit are protected against moisture, so the unit is allowed for outdoor
operation.
WARNING!!!
When operating the welding unit in cold season, after the unit
was switched off and cooled, condensate may appear inside the unit, so switch
on the welding unit only 3 – 4 hours after the switching off.
For this reason, do not switch off the welding unit if it is anticipated that the unit is to be switched on
not later than 4 hours after switching off.
Install the welding unit so as not to block or cover the ventilation slots on the front and rear panels of
the unit. Prevent ingress of metallic particles (for example, when grinding the weld) sucked by the unit
ventilator.
WARNING!!!
After fall from a height, the welding unit might be a source of
electrical shock. Install the unit on a firm stable surface.
