ORBIMAT CA
| Operating instructions
Information and safety instructions for the responsible body
(09.03.15) OW_ORBIMAT_CA_BA_871060202_04_EN
orbitalum tools
GmbH, D-78224 Singen, www.orbitalum.com, Tel. +49 (0) 77 31 792-0
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2. INFORMATION AND SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS FOR THE
RESPONSIBLE BODY
2.1
Requirements for the responsible body
Workshop/outdoor/field application
: The responsible body is responsible for safety in the danger zone around the
machine, and should allow only qualified personnel to enter the zone or operate the machine in the danger zone.
Employee safety
: The safety regulations described in chap. 2 must be observed and work must be carried out with
safety in mind using the prescribed protective equipment.
2.2
Using the machine
2.2.1
Proper use
• The machines (Power Sources CA/CB 165/300 and Orbitwin in conjunction with the orbital weld
heads of the OW/OWS/TP/P/OP/HX series and the accessories recommended by the manufac-
turer) are used for the welding of ferritic, uncoated pipes up to the pipe circumferences speci-
fied by the heads and maximum possible pipe walls using the Tungsten Inert Gas process (TIG)
with a direct current arc, and if specified, with an alternating current arc.
• The machine may only be used on tubes and containers that are empty, unpressurized, do not
have explosive atmospheres and are not contaminated.
Proper use also includes the following:
• observing all safety instructions and warning messages included in these operating instructions
• carrying out all inspection and maintenance work
• sole use in the original condition with original accessories, spare parts and materials
• processing only materials set out in the operating instructions
2.2.2
Improper use
• A use other than that defined under "proper use" or a use that goes beyond this or the specified
constraints shall be considered improper use due to the potential risks involved.
• The responsible body shall be solely responsible for damages that arise through improper use
and the manufacturer shall assume no liability whatsoever.
• No tools should be used that have not been authorized by the manufacturer for this machine.
• The removal of safety equipment is not permitted.
• Do not misuse the machine.
• The machine is not intended for use by private consumers.
• The technical values defined for normal operation must not be exceeded.
2.2.3
Machine constraints
• Keep your working area clean. Disorder or unlit working areas can lead to accidents.
• The workplace can be in tube preparation, in plant construction or in the plant itself.
• A radial space requirement/freedom of movement of approx. 2 m around the machine is required for people.
• Work lighting: min. 300 lux.
• Operator age: at least 14 years old and without physical impairments.
• Qualification of operating personnel: Instructed person with professional training in welding technology.
• Operation by one person.
