Design and function
Transport and installation
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5.1.6.1
Stray welding currents
WARNING
Risk of injury due to stray welding currents!
Stray welding currents can destroy protective earth conductors, damage machines and
electronic devices and cause overheating of components, leading to fire.
• Check that all welding current connections are firmly secured and electrical connections are
in perfect condition.
• Set up, attach or suspend all conductive power source components such as casing,
transport vehicles and crane frames so they are insulated.
• Do not place any other electronic devices such as drills or angle grinders on the power
source, transport vehicle or crane frames unless they are insulated.
• Always put welding torches and electrode holders on an insulated surface when they are
not in use.
Figure 5-5
5.1.7
Mains connection
DANGER
Hazards caused by improper mains connection!
An improper mains connection can cause injuries or damage property!
• Only operate machine using a socket that has correctly fitted protective earth.
• The mains voltage indicated on the rating plate must match the supply voltage.
• If a new mains plug must be fitted, only an electrician may do so as per the relevant
national legislation or regulations.
• Mains plug, socket and lead must be checked by an electrician on a regular basis.
• When operating the generator, always ensure it is earthed as stipulated in the operating
instructions. The network created must be suitable for operating machines according to
protection class I.
