Gas Connection - Lincoln Electric WF24 Manual De Instrucciones

Gas Connection

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CYLINDER may explode if damaged.
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Always fix the gas cylinder securely in an
upright position, against a cylinder wall
rack or purpose-made cylinder cart.
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Keep cylinder away from areas where it
may be damaged, heated, or electrical
circuits to prevent possible explosion or
fire.
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Keep cylinder away from welding or other
live electrical circuits.
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Never lift welder with cylinder attached.
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Never allow welding electrode to touch
cylinder.
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Build up of shielding gas may harm health
or kill. Use in a well-ventilated area to
avoid gas accumulation.
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Close the gas cylinder valves thoroughly
when not in use to avoid leaks.
WARNING
The welding machine supports all suitable shielding gases
at a maximum pressure of 5,0 bar.
WARNING
Before use, make sure that the gas cylinder contains gas
suitable for the intended purpose.
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Turn off input power at the welding power source.
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Install a proper gas flow regulator to the gas cylinder.
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Connect the gas hose to the regulator using the hose
clamp.
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The other end of gas hose connect to the Gas
Connector [8] located on the rear panel of the
machine.
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Turn on input power at the welding power source.
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Turn to open the gas cylinder valve.
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Adjust the shielding gas flow of the gas regulator.
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Check gas flow with Gas Purge Switch [15].
WARNING
To weld GMAW process with CO
heater should be used.
Maintenance
WARNING
For any repair operations, modifications or maintenance, it
is recommended to contact the nearest Technical Service
Center or Lincoln Electric. Repairs and modifications
performed by unauthorized service or personnel will cause
the manufacturer's warranty to become null and void.
Any noticeable damage should be reported immediately
and repaired.
Routine maintenance (everyday)
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Check condition of insulation and connections of the
work leads and insulation of power lead. If any
insulation damage
immediately.
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shielding gas, CO
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exists replace the
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Remove the spatters from the welding gun nozzle.
Spatters could interfere with the shielding gas flow to
the arc.
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Check the welding gun condition: replace it, if
necessary.
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Check condition and operation of the cooling fan.
Keep clean its airflow slots.
Periodic maintenance (every 200 working hours but at
least once a year)
Perform the routine maintenance and, in addition:
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Keep the machine clean. Using a dry (and low
pressure) airflow, remove the dust from the external
case and from the cabinet inside.
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If it is required, clean and tighten all weld terminals.
The frequency of the maintenance operations may vary in
accordance with the working environment where the
machine is placed.
Do not touch electrically live parts.
Before the case of machine will be removed, the machine
has to be turned off and the power lead has to be
disconnected from mains socket.
Mains supply network must be disconnected from the
machine before each maintenance and service. After each
repair, perform proper tests to ensure safety.
Customer Assistance Policy
The business of The Lincoln Electric Company is
manufacturing and selling high quality welding equipment,
consumables, and cutting equipment. Our challenge is to
meet the needs of our customers and to exceed their
expectations. On occasion, purchasers may ask Lincoln
Electric for advice or information about their use of our
products. We respond to our customers based on the best
information in our possession at that time. Lincoln Electric
is not in a position to warrant or guarantee such advice,
and assumes no liability, with respect to such information
gas or advice. We expressly disclaim any warranty of any
kind, including any warranty of fitness for any customer's
particular purpose, with respect to such information or
advice. As a matter of practical consideration, we also
cannot assume any responsibility for updating or
correcting any such information or advice once it has
been given, nor does the provision of information or
advice create, expand or alter any warranty with respect
to the sale of our products.
Lincoln Electric is a responsive manufacturer, but the
selection and use of specific products sold by Lincoln
Electric is solely within the control of, and remains the sole
responsibility of the customer. Many variables beyond the
control of Lincoln Electric affect the results obtained in
applying these types of fabrication methods and service
requirements.
Subject to Change – This information is accurate to the
best of our knowledge at the time of printing. Please refer
to www.lincolnelectric.com
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