Thermal Arc Viking 210GM, Руководство по эксплуатации

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Viking 210GM, 250GM
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2. GENERAL INFORMATION
The Viking 210GM/RGM and 250GM/RGM are semi-automatic Gas Metal Arc Welders (GMAW-
commonly MIG) with either integrated or separate wire feed unit. The Power Supplies are designed to
meet the broad operating needs of the metal fabrication industry where production efficiency is vital.
They are designed and manufactured in Australia to Australian Standard AS1966.1-1985.
The Viking range gives excellent performance on mild steel, stainless steel, aluminium, silicon bronze
and some hard facing wires with Argon based shielding gases. The Power Supplies also give excellent
results on mild steel using Carbon Dioxide shielding gas.
The Viking range is supplied as a complete package ready to weld (apart from gas cylinder and electrode
wire). The following instructions detail how to correctly set up the machine and give guidelines on
gaining the best production efficiency from the Power Supply. Please read these instructions thoroughly
before using your Viking welder.
2.1 Safety
The following basic safety rules should always be followed:
i) Ensure the machine is correctly installed, if necessary, by a qualified electrician.
ii) Ensure the Power Source is earthed correctly (electrically) in accordance with local
regulations.
iii) Excessive heat in the welding cables may cause fire. Never weld with poor
electrical connections, damaged welding cables or exceed the welding cable current
rating as this will produce excessive heat and may cause a fire.
iv) Always wear the correct protective clothing for protection from sparks, molten
particles and arc rays.
v) When welding in confined spaces, always ensure adequate ventilation and constant
observation of the operator.
vi) Keep combustible materials away from the welding area. Have a suitable fire
extinguisher handy.
vii) Never watch the welding arc with naked eyes. Always use and wear a welding
mask fitted with the correct filter lens.
viii) Do not stand on damp ground when welding.
ix) For more complete safety advice please read the safety literature included with the
equipment before starting to weld.
2.2 Protective Filter Lenses
Protective filter lenses are provided to reduce the intensity of radiation entering the eye thus
filtering out harmful infra-red, ultra-violet radiation and a percentage of the visible light. Such
filter lenses are incorporated within face shields. To prevent damage to the filter lenses from
molten or hard particles an additional hard clear glass or special plastic external cover lens should
be used. This cover lens should always be kept in place and replaced before the damage impairs
your vision while welding.