Expondo Stamos S-MIG160DS Manuel D'utilisation page 29

5. Instructions for use
5.1. General
• Use the device as intended, in compliance with health and safety regulations
and restrictions resulting from the data contained on the rating plate (IP degree, duty cycle, supply
voltage, etc.).
• Do not open the unit as this will void the warranty; also, exploding exposed parts may cause injury.
• The manufacturer shall not be liable for technical changes of the equipment or material damage
resulting from the introduction of these changes.
• If the equipment malfunctions, contact the service centre.
• Do not cover the ventilation slots of the device - place the welder at a distance of 30 cm from the
surrounding objects.
• The welder must not be held under the arm or close to the body.
• Do not install the equipment in rooms with aggressive environment, high dustiness, and near
devices with high electromagnetic field emission.
5.2. Storage of the device
- Protect the unit from water and moisture.
- The welding machine must not be placed on a heated surface.
- Store the machine in a dry and clean room.
5.3. Connecting the unit
5.3.1. Electrical connection
• The equipment should be connected by a qualified person. Moreover, a person
with the necessary qualifications should check that the grounding and electrical installation with the
protection system comply with the safety regulations and functions properly.
• Position the equipment near the workplace.
• To connect the unit, avoid cables that are too long.
• Single-phase welding machines should be connected to a socket equipped with a grounding pin.
• Welding machines powered by 3-phase mains are delivered without a plug, you should obtain such
a plug on your own and have the installation performed by a qualified person.
CAUTION! The device may only be operated if connected to installation with a functional fuse.
5.3.2. Gas connection
• Place the gas cylinders away from the object to be welded and secure them against falling.
• The gas connection of the welding machine must be connected to the gas cylinder or to the gas
supply system with a suitable hose and a regulator with a gas flow control. Caution! It is not allowed
to use network regulators for gas cylinders and vice versa. Such interchange may result in reducer
damage and personal injury.
• Economical use of gas prolongs the welding time.