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SECTION 3 – GENERAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS - READ BEFORE USING
3-1. SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
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Opening the device is permitted only by trained
experts. Remove the plug before opening the device
and make sure that the device is without electrical
power. Discharge all device components that may
store electricity.
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Please consult an expert should any questions arise.
Our customer service team with expertly trained staff,
necessary resources and equipment would be
pleased to assist you further at any time.
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Always use original cables that are long enough and
make sure that the clamp holding the work piece is
fastened properly.
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Hazard conditions may be caused by electricity as
well as by welding current.
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It is illegal for non-professional electricians to handle
parts that are directly connected to the mains power
supply, except in cases of pulling the mains plug
and/or operating the main power switch.
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The device must be disconnected from the mains as
soon as repair or service works is needed. When
leaving the place of work even for a short time, make
sure that the electrical outlet is blocked clearly.
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Open circuit voltage is the highest and most
dangerous voltage for welding current. The highest
permitted open circuit voltages are contained in your
national and international regulations according to the
type of welding current, type of electrical source and
the high or low hazard levels at the workplace.
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If you believe that operating the device is not possible
without creating hazardous conditions, then shut off
the device and secure it against unauthorised use. It
is clear that a hazardous conditions are present
when:
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the device shows visible damage,or
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or when functional errors occur
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if it no longer functions properly.
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Please follow relevant safety measures when
handling gas bottles
PUK 2 can be operated in series using a mains
voltage of 230V~
Yellow/green electric conductor = grounded terminal
(PE)
Other conductors L1 and N are connected to phase and
neutral of plug.
The welding device is set for 230 V ex works!
This
means that it also may be operated using 220 volts due
to its tolerance of +/- 15%. Devices set to a different
voltage than 230 V will be marked with a special sticker.
If the PUK 2 is switched for a voltage other than
230V, it will have a sticker with the corresponding
voltage.
the device should only be opened by authorized
customer service, otherwise the manufacturer`s
warrantee is invalid.
if the device is setup for a special voltage, technical
data contained on the output sticker are valid! Main
plugs must correspond to the supply voltage and
the current consumption of the welding device (see
technical data)
T
HE FUSE PROTECTION MUST BE SET TO THE SAME VOLTAGE
AS THE CURRENT CONSUMPTION OF THE WELDING DEVICE
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NLY USE THE
M
AINS CONNECTION DELIVERED WITH THE
DEVICE
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3-2. PERSONAL PROTECTION AND DANGER
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Always wear insulated protective gloves during the
welding process to protect yourself from electrical
strokes (open circuit voltage) from dangerous rays
(heat and UV) and from hot metal and slags.
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Wear strong and insulated footwear. Footwear also
must insulate under wet conditions. Low shoes are
not suitable, since falling hot slags may cause
burns.
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Wear
suitable
clothing - no synthetic fibers.
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Do not look into arc without protecting your
eyes. Use only a welders’ face protection shield
with protecting glass that conforms to
regulation (minimum protection level 11).
The arc releases not only light and heat causing
blindness or burning but also emits UV rays. If
insufficient protection is used, the UV beams can
cause very painful conjunctivital inflammation only
noticeable after several hours.
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Bystanders close to the arcs also should be made
aware of possible dangerous conditions and should
wear protective equipment. If necessary protective
walls should be set up.
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If welding in small rooms, ensure that there is
sufficient ventilation since smoke and dangerous
gases can be generated.
It is prohibited by law to weld containers that have
been used for the storage of gas, fuel, mineral oil
etc., even if containers have been standing empty
for a long period of time. Explosions may occur
during the welding process due to residue.
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Note any special regulations for rooms with high fire
or explosion hazards.
