GYS Easymig 160 Mode D'emploi page 16

Translation of the original instructions
b. Maintenance of the arc welding equipment: The arc welding machine should be be submitted to a
routine maintenance check according to the manufacturer's recommendations. All accesses, service doors and
covers should be closed and properly locked when the arc welding equipment is on.. The arc welding equipment
must not be modified in any way, except for the changes and settings outlined in the manufacturer's instructions.
The spark gap of the arc start and arc stabilization devices must be adjusted and maintained according to the
manufacturer's recommendations.
c. Welding cables: Cables must be as short as possible, close to each other and close to rhe ground, if not on
the groud.
d. Electrical bonding : consideration shoud be given to bonding all metal objects in the surrounding area.
However, metal objects connected to the workpiece increase the riskof electric shock if the operator touches
both these metal elements and the electrode. It is necessary to insulate the operator from such metal objects.
e. Earthing of the welded part : When the part is not earthed - due to electrical safety reasons or because
of its size and its location (which is the case with ship hulls or metallic building structures), the earthing of
the part can, in some cases but not systematically, reduce emissions It is preferable to avoid the earthing of
parts that could increase the risk of injury to the users or damage other electrical equipment. If necessary, it
is appropriate that the earthing of the part is done directly, but in some countries; rules may not allow such a
direct connection, it is then deemed appropriate that the connection is made with a capacitor selected according
to national regulations.
f. Protection and plating : The selective protection and plating of other cables and devices in the area can
reduce perturbation issues. The protection of the entire welding area can be considered for specific situations.
The protection of the entire welding area may be considered for specific situations.
TRANSPORT AND TRANSIT OF THE MACHINE
The machine is equipped with handles. Be careful not to underestimate the machine's
weight. The handle cannot be used to hang the machine from other equipment.
Do not use the cables or torches to move the machine. It must be moved in a vertical position.
Transportation standards are different.
Never lift the machine on top of persons or objects.
Stray welding currents/voltages may destroy earth conductors, damage electrical equipment
or cause components to warm up which may cause a fire.
- All welding connections must be firmly secured, check regularly !
- Check that the metal piece fixation is strong and without any electrical problems !
- Attach or hang all the electrically conductive elements,such as the trolley in order to insulate them
- Do not place any electrical equipment such as drills on top of the welding machine without insulating them !
- Always place welding torches or electrodes holders on an insulated surface when they're not in use !
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