ORBIMAT CA
| Operating instructions
Set-up and assembly
(09.03.15) OW_ORBIMAT_CA_BA_871060202_04_EN
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Using push switches (softkeys) on the keyboard:
Function keys F1 through F5 on the external keyboard correspond to push switches 1 through 5.
7.3
Connection of the power source
DANGER
Electrical hazards through touching and incorrect or damp safety equipment!
Electric shock.
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Do
not
touch energized parts (pipe), especially when igniting the arc.
[
Do
not
allow persons with increased sensitivity to electrical hazards (e.g. weakness of the heart) to
work with the system.
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Wear dry safety shoes, dry metal-free (grommet-free) leather gloves and dry safety suits.
X
Work on a dry surface.
WARNING
Ultraviolet radiation from the arc while welding!
Damage to eyes and burning of skin.
X
During operation, wear eye protection as per EN 170 and skin-covering safety clothing.
X
With closed weld heads, ensure proper working order of the eye protection.
WARNING
Falling objects or tilting and bending tubes!
Irreversible crushing.
X
Wear safety shoes (in accordance with EN ISO 20345, at least S1).
X
Place sufficient supports under the tube.
WARNING
Uncontrollable pipe movement!
Danger of crushing.
X
Secure pipe and weld head so that they are stable.
7.3.1
Setting up machine
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First set up system for connection in such a way that it is as accessible as possible from the front and back.
X
Ensure that the machine is disconnected from the mains network on all sides.
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Secure machine against being switched on accidentally.
7.3.2
Connecting a gas bottle
1. Check stability of the gas bottle. Secure gas bottle against falling over.
2. Ensure that the union nut on the pressure reducer fits the thread on the valve of the gas bottle.
3. Mount pressure reducer on the gas bottle.
4. Connect gas sparger (there is no gas sparger if a double pressure reducer is used).
5. Screw both included gas hoses onto the gas sparger or the double pressure reducer.
6. Insert gas hose (which is intended for connection to the power source and is identified by the plug-in nipple made
of brass on the end) into the intended connection socket on the back of the power source.
7. Connect weld head.
7.3.3
Connecting weld head
ATTENTION
Disconnection of the control plug and breakage of the connected control cable due to improper handling!
Damage to control cable.
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Do
not
turn the rear screw joint of the control plug strain relief.
X
When tightening and loosening, ensure that only the front, loose union nut is turned.
ATTENTION
Fault during ignition and current transfer, overheating due to loose weld current plug!
Damage to the plugs, and machine failure.
X
Replace loose, non-firmly fitting weld current plug.
