Maintenance Operations. Recommendations - gala gar AutoMIG 3 Manuel Technique D'instructions

4. MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS. RECOMMENDATIONS.

In order for the equipment to have a long life we must follow
some essential rules for maintenance and use. Abide by these
recommendations.
CORRECT MAINTENANCE OF THE EQUIPMENT WILL
AVOID A GREAT PERCENTAGE OF FAULTS.
4.1 MACHINE MAINTENANCE. GENERAL
RECOMMENDATIONS.
Before carrying out any operation on the machine or
welding cables, we must place the switch of the equipment in
"O" position of machine disconnected.
Specialized personnel must handle the machine to carry out
maintenance and repair operations.

BLOW THE INSIDE OF THE MACHINE WITH
COMPRESSED AIR FROM TIME TO TIME.
The accumulation of metal dust on the inside is one of the
main causes of breakdowns in this type of equipment as they
are subject to a great amount of pollution. As an essential
measure, the equipment must be kept separate from the
welding place, not placing it a short distance away. Keeping
the machine clean and dry is essential. The inside must be
blown as required. We must avoid any anomaly or
deterioration due to the accumulation of dust. Blow the inside
of the equipment with clean dry compressed air. As routine to
guarantee that the equipment works correctly, check that
once the machine has been blown the electrical connections
are still properly tightened.
WARNING!: SEPARATE THE MACHINE SUFFICIENTLY
FROM THE WORKSTATION.
PREVENT METAL DUST ENTERING THE EQUIPMENT.

LOCATE THE EQUIPMENT IN A PLACE
WHERE CLEAN AIR IS CONSTANTLY REPLACED.
The machine ventilations must be kept free. It must be
located in a place where clean air is renewed.
THE MACHINE MUST ALWAYS BE OPERATED WITH
THE HOUSING ON.

DO NOT DISCONNECT THE MACHINE IF IT
IS HOT.
If you have finished the work do not disconnect the machine
immediately, wait until the inner cooling system has totally
cooled it.

KEEP THE WELDING ACCESSORIES IN
GOOD CONDITIONS FOR USE.

ONCE THE WELDING OPERATION HAS
FINISHED AVOID DIRECT CONTACT OF THE
ELECTRODE-HOLDER CLAMP WITH THE
WELDING EARTH CLAMP AND THE OTHER PARTS
CONNECTED TO IT.
Gala AutoMIG 3

KEEP THE WELDING GUN IN GOOD
CONDITIONS FOR USE.
A damaged or worn gun can cause inefficient
welding.

WHEN FINISHING THE WELDING
OPERATION MAKE SURE THAT THE TORCH CATCH
IS UNLOCKED. (If mechanical lock guns are used)
4.2 RECOMMENDATIONS FOR REDUCING
ELECTROMAGNETIC COMPATIBILITY (CEM)
PROBLEMS.
The user is responsible for the installation and use of the
welding material according to the instructions in this manual
and the following recommendations.
Before installing the welding material, the presence of the
following in the surrounding area must be kept in mind:
 Wiring for power, control, signalling, and telephones.

Radio and television receivers and transmitters.

Computers and other control equipment.

Critical security equipment.
 People with pace makers or hearing aids.

Measurement and calibration equipment.
In order to reduce EMC problems, keep in mind the time
of day when welding or other activities will be carried out.
Move possible interference victims away from the welding
installation.
ALWAYS CONNECT THE MACHINE TO POWER
USING AN EFFICIENT EARTH TAP.
IF PROTECTIVE DEVICES OR SUPPLEMENTARY
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM FILTERS ARE NEEDED,
CONSULT OUR TECHNICAL SERVICE.
PERFORM THE MAINTENANCE OPERATIONS
DESCRIBED IN THIS MANUAL.
USE THE SHORTEST WELDING WIRES POSSIBLE
AND KEEP THEM PLACED NEXT TO EACH OTHER
EQUIPMENT FORESEEN FOR USE IN INDUSTRIAL
ENVIRONMENT. ELECTROMAGNETIC DIFFICULTIES
MAY EXIST IN OTHER ENVIRONMENTS CAUSED BY
CONDUCTED AND RADIATED DISTURBANCES.
IF THE WELDING PIECE IS GROUNDED, KEEP IN
MIND OPERATOR SAFETY AND NATIONAL
NEAR THE FLOOR.
REGULATIONS.
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