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PATON VDI SERIES ECO DC MMA
5. OPERATION WITH AN ELECTRIC GENERATOR
The welding unit can operate with a power supply from an electric generator if the following
conditions are satisfied:
Electrode diameter
(mm)
Set welding current
(A)
Minimum power of the generator
(kVA)
Ф
2
No more than 80А
2.6
Ф 3
No more than 120А
4.1
Ф 4
No more than 160А
5.5
Ф 5
No more than 200А
6.9
Ф 5
refractory
to 250А
8.8
WARNING!!!
The output voltage of the electric generator must in the range
of 170
–
260 V.
6. STORAGE
The preserved and packed welding unit can be stored according to State Norm for 5 years.
The welding unit should be stored in a dry closed room at an ambient temperature not lower than 5ºC.
In the room, acid vapors and chemically active substances should not be present.
7. TRANSPORTATION
The packed welding unit can be transported by any means of transport, which ensure the
integrity of the unit if the shipping rules effective for the specified transport means.
8. SPECIFICATION DATA
WARNING!
If the welding unit is rated at the special power supply voltage,
the specification data of the unit are indicated on the nameplate on the rear
panel of the unit. In this case, the parameter of an electrical outlet and power
cable should be selected with consideration for the actual power supply
voltage.
