4 Commissioning
4.2.3
Movement with the transport vehicle
The following points must be noted when using the transport vehicle:
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Extreme care is required when using the transport vehicle.
Before using the transport vehicle, ensure that all fixing points are securely attached.
Before and after using the transport vehicle check the snap closures between the
cooling unit and welding machine are sitting properly.
The welding machine or welding machine and cooling unit must be firmly secured with
the special hold-down clamp.
In the angled position, always ensure the vehicle is stable.
Caution: the centre of gravity of the loaded transport vehicle changes according to the
load, e.g. with different sizes of gas cylinders.
Do not choose sloping routes when pushing the transport vehicle.
The base on which the transport vehicle is pushed must be firm and dry. Caution is
required on sand or clay, and on soft, wet or slippery ground.
The route to be travelled by the transport vehicle should be checked for obstacles
beforehand. Sufficient space must be allowed, particularly in narrow passages, such as
doors. When using the transport vehicle there is a risk from objects on the ground due
to the vehicle being tilted further.
Ensure that projecting parts such as accessories or welding torches do not become
caught when pushing the vehicle past obstacles.
In particular if large gas cylinders are assembled on the transport vehicle, the forces to
be applied when using should be estimated correctly.
When angling the transport vehicle always place one foot on the tread rod.
When pushing the transport vehicle keep both hands on the hand grips.
Do not move the vehicle over glowing slag or caustic liquids as this could damage the
wheels.
The belts for fixing the gas bottle must always be fitted correctly onto the fixing points
provided and must by lying securely against the gas bottles.
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