Introduction; Overview - ESAB MobileFeed 301 AVS Instrucciones De Uso

2 INTRODUCTION

1. Anyone who uses the equipment must be familiar with:
○ its operation
○ the location of emergency stops
○ its function
○ the relevant safety precautions
○ welding and cutting or other applicable operation of the equipment
2. The operator must ensure that:
○ no unauthorised person is within the working area of the equipment when it is started
up
○ no-one is unprotected when the arc is struck or work is started with the equpment
3. The workplace must:
○ be suitable for the purpose
○ be free from drafts
4. Personal safety equipment:
○ Always wear recommended personal safety equipment, such as safety glasses,
flame-proof clothing, safety gloves
○ Do not wear loose-fitting items, such as scarves, bracelets, rings, etc., which could
become trapped or cause burns
5. General precautions:
○ Make sure the return cable is connected securely
○ Work on high voltage equipment may only be carried out by a qualified electrician
○ Appropriate fire extinquishing equipment must be clearly marked and close at hand
○ Lubrication and maintenance must not be carried out on the equipment during
operation
CAUTION!
Class A equipment is not intended for use in residential
locations where the electrical power is provided by the
public low-voltage supply system. There may be potential
difficulties in ensuring electromagnetic compatibility of
class A equipment in such locations, due to conducted as
well as radiated disturbances.
ESAB can provide you with all necessary welding protection and accessories.
2 INTRODUCTION
2.1

Overview

The MobileFeed 301 AVS (Arc Voltage Sensing) is a portable wire feeder. The unit is
powered entirely on the arc voltage from a constant current (CC) or constant voltage (CV)
welding power source. It operates with reversed polarity, Direct Current Electrode Positive
(DCEP), or straight polarity, Direct Current Electrode Negative (DCEN). The MobileFeed 301
AVS is available with two connections, EURO and TWECO. A remote option is available with
the Warrior power source (requires software update to the power source).
The unit is designed for use with hard, soft, and cored electrodes (gas-shielded or
self-shielded) from 0.030" (0.8 mm) to 5/64" (1.98 mm) diameter with a wire feed speed from
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