Magnum MIG 208 ALU SYNERGIC Instruction Manual

MAGNUM MIG 208 ALU SYNERGIC

INSTRUCTIONS MANUAL

WARNING! FOR SAFETY REASON PLEASE READ AND UNDERSTAND

THE FOLLOWING INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE FIRST USE OF THE DEVICE.

1. General instructions

Read the operating instructions!

The operating instructions provide an introduction to the safe use of the products. An
incorrectly performed installation can result in material damage and injure persons as a
result. For this reason, we do not accept any responsibility or liability for losses, damages
or costs arising from incorrect installation, improper operation or incorrect usage and
maintenance or any actions connected to this in any way.

• Read the operating instructions for all system components!

• Observe accident prevention regulations!

• Observe all local regulations!

• Confirm with a signature where appropriate.

2. Safety instructions

DANGER!

Electromagnetic fields!

The power source may cause electrical or electromagnetic fields to be produced which
could affect the correct functioning of electronic equipment such as IT or CNC devices,
telecommunication lines, power cables, signal lines and pacemakers.

• Observe the maintenance instructions! (see Maintenance and Testing chapter)

• Unwind welding leads completely!

• Shield devices or equipment sensitive to radiation accordingly!

• The correct functioning of pacemakers may be affected (obtain advice from a doctor if necessary).

Do not carry out any unauthorised repairs or modifications!
To avoid injury and equipment damage, the unit must only be repaired or modified by
specialist, skilled persons! The warranty becomes null and void in the event of unauthorised
interference.

• Appoint only skilled persons for repair work (trained service personnel)!

Electric shock!
Welding machines use high voltages which can result in potentially fatal electric shocks
and burns on contact. Even low voltages can cause you to get a shock and lead to
accidents.

• Do not touch any live parts in or on the machine!

• Connection cables and leads must be free of faults!

• Switching off alone is not sufficient!

• Place welding torch and stick electrode holder on an insulated surface!

• The unit should only be opened by specialist staff after the mains plug has been

unplugged!

• Only wear dry protective clothing!

• Wait for 4 minutes until the capacitors have discharged!

WARNING!

Risk of injury due to radiation or heat!
Arc radiation results in injury to skin and eyes.
Contact with hot workpieces and sparks results in burns.

• Use welding shield or welding helmet with the appropriate safety level (depending on the
application)!

• Wear dry protective clothing (e.g. welding shield, gloves, etc.) according to the relevant
regulations in the country in question!

• Protect persons not involved in the work against arc beams and the risk of glare using
safety curtains!

Explosion risk!
Apparently harmless substances in closed containers may generate excessive pressure
when heated.

• Move containers with inflammable or explosive liquids away from the working area!

• Never heat explosive liquids, dusts or gases by welding or cutting!

WARNING!

Smoke and gases!
Smoke and gases can lead to breathing difficulties and poisoning. In addition, solvent
vapour (chlorinated hydrocarbon) may be converted into poisonous phosgene due to
the ultraviolet radiation of the arc!

• Ensure that there is sufficient fresh air!

• Keep solvent vapour away from the arc beam field!

• Wear suitable breathing apparatus if appropriate!

Fire hazard!
Flames may arise as a result of the high temperatures, stray sparks, glowing-hot parts
and hot slag produced during the welding process.
Stray welding currents can also result in flames forming!

• Check for fire hazards in the working area!

• Do not carry any easily flammable objects such as matches or lighters.

• Keep appropriate fire extinguishing equipment to hand in the working area!

• Thoroughly remove any residue of flammable substances from the workpiece before

starting welding.

• Only continue work on welded workpieces once they have cooled down.
Do not allow to come into contact with flammable material!

• Connect welding leads correctly!

Risk of accidents if these safety instructions are not observed!
Non-observance of these safety instructions is potentially fatal!

• Carefully read the safety information in this manual!

• Observe the accident prevention regulations in your country.

• Inform persons in the working area that they must observe the regulations!

Danger when coupling multiple power sources!
Coupling multiple power sources in parallel or in series has to be carried out by
qualified personnel and in accordance with the manufacturer's guidelines. Before
bringing the power sources into service for arc welding operations, a test has to verify
that they cannot exceed the maximumallowed open circuit voltage.

• Connection of the machine may be carried out by qualified personnel only!

• When decommissioning individual power sources, all mains and welding current leads have

to be safely disconnected from the welding system as a whole. (Danger due to inverse
voltages!)

• Do not couple welding machines with pole reversing switch (PWS series) or machines for
AC welding, as a minor error in operation can cause the welding voltages to be combined.

WARNING!

Hazards due to improper usage!
Hazards may arise for persons, animals and material objects if the equipment is not
used correctly. No liability is accepted for any damages arising from improper usage!

• The equipment must only be used in line with proper usage and by trained or expert staff!

• Do not modify or convert the equipment improperly!