
Carefully read and understand this manual and any label attached to
the tool before use. Keep these instructions with the product for
future reference. Ensure all persons who use and service this
product are acquainted with this manual.
• The wires in this product are coloured:
• As the colours may not correspond with the coloured markings
identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows.
• The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to the
terminal which is marked with the letter N or coloured black, the
wire which is coloured brown must be connected to the terminal
which is marked L or coloured red.
• This appliance must be protected by a suitable fuse.
• To prevent fi re or shock hazard, do not expose this product to
rain/water or moisture. There are no user serviceable parts inside
except those referred to in this manual. Always refer servicing to
qualifi ed service personnel. Never remove any part of the casing
unless qualifi ed to do so; this unit contains dangerous voltages.
• Use of a residual current device (RCD) will reduce the risk of
General Safety Instructions
residual risk factors. Use with caution.
• Always keep guards in position, in good working order, correctly
adjusted and aligned. Never attempt to use a power tool
without any guard supplied with it.
• Always check to see that keys and adjusting wrenches are removed
from power tool before turning on.
• Accidents occur where benches and work areas are cluttered or
dirty, fl oors must be kept clear, avoid working where the fl oor is
• Do not use power tools in damp or wet conditions, or expose them
to rain. Provide adequate surrounding work space and keep are
well lit. Do not use power tools where there is a risk of explosion or
fi re from combustible material, fl ammable liquids, fl ammable gases
or dust of an explosive nature. When using power tools avoid
contact with any earthed items such as pipes, radiators, cookers,
refrigerators, metal baths and taps.
• Children and pets should always be kept at a safe distance from
your work. Make your workshop child-proof. Lock tool away where
children can’t get access to them. Remove batteries from cordless
• Don’t force, or attempt to use a power tool for a purpose it was not
designed for. Do not use a small tool to do the job of a heavy duty
Wear correct clothing and footwear.
• Don’t wear loose clothing, neckties or jewellery or other items which
may get caught in moving parts. Wear non-slip footwear, cover or
tie back long hair. Use safety footwear if necessary.
• Wear safety goggles at all times, every day glasses are not
suffi cient for eye protection, as lenses are not impact resistant and
could shatter. Use an approved face or dust mask when operation
creates dust. Ensure dust extraction equipment is functioning and
correctly used. Hearing protection should be used if the sound
intensity level for the operator could exceed 85dB(A). Use a hard
hat where there is a risk of falling objects or striking your head on
• Hand held power tools may produce vibration. Vibration can cause
disease. Gloves to keep the operator warm and dry and therefore
maintain good blood circulation in the fi ngers may help. This tool
has not been designed for extended or industrial operation.
• Always secure work. Where practical use a clamp or vice, it will
allow you to use both hands to operate your power tool.
• Don’t over reach, keep proper footing at all times to ensure
• Keep your power tool in good working order, keep tools sharp and
clean for best and safest performance. Ensure ventilation holes are
kept clean and unrestricted at all times.
• Before changing tools, always ensure they are disconnected from
• The use of any attachment or accessory other than those
mentioned in this manual could result in damage or injury. The use
of improper accessories could be dangerous.
• Standing on your power tool or its stand could cause serious injury
if the tool is tipped or if the cutting tool is accidentally contacted. Do
not store materials above or near the tool so that it is necessary to
stand on the tool or its stand to reach them.
Switch off before connecting.
• Ensure the power tool is switched off before connecting to the
power source. If the power tool stops unexpectedly turn the power
• Be sure your cable/extension cable is properly wired and in good
condition. Always replace a damaged cable/extension cable or have
it repaired by a qualifi ed person before using it. Never yank or pull
the cable to disconnect it from the power socket. Never carry your
power tool by it’s cable. Keep the cable away from damp, heat, oil,
solvents, and sharp edges.
Check for damaged or missing parts.
• Before each use check if any part of the power tool is damaged or
missing, check carefully that it will operate properly and perform its
intended function. Check alignment of moving parts for binding. Any
guard or other part that is damaged should be correctly repaired or
replaced. Do not use if the power switch does not turn the power on
and off. Check any other condition that may affect the safety of the
• Feed work into a blade or cutter against the direction of rotation of
the blade or cutter only.
• Always wait until your power tool has come to a complete stop
before leaving it and then disconnect from power source.
FUSE
BROWN
(Live)
BLUE
(Neutral)
E
L
N
FUSE
GREEN/YELLOW
OR GREEN
FUSE
BROWN
(Live)
BLUE
(Neutral)
E
L
N
FUSE
Additional safety information
IT IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE OWNER AND OPERATOR
• You must check electrical products before use to ensure
• You must inspect power cables, plugs, sockets and any other
connections for wear or damage.
• You must minimise the risk of electrical shock by the installation of
appropriate safety devices.
• A residual current circuit breaker should be incorporated in the main
distribution board. In addition a residual current device (RCD)
should be used. If in any doubt consult a qualifi ed electrician.
should be taken. The generator
be stable with regards to
frequency, voltage and waveform. The output must be higher than
the power (KVA) of the inverter and the generator must be self
regulating. The use of a generator that is not self regulating may be
dangerous. If in any doubt do not use a generator with this product.
connecting or disconnecting cables or performing maintenance or
service. Direct contact with the inverter circuit is extremely
Always keep the inverter and cables in good working order and
condition. Immediate action should be taken to repair or replace
welding are toxic and harmful.
to ensure good electrical contact. Loose connection will cause
overheating, rapid deterioration and an overall loss of effi ciency.
obstructed in any way. Make sure that there are no conductive dusts,
corrosive vapors or humidity that could enter the inverter and cause
gauntlets to protect the eyes and avoid exposing skin to harmful
ultraviolet radiation and heat given off by the electric ARC.
necklaces and loose fi tting clothing when welding.
inverter. Avoid any unintentional contact with the work. Accidental or
unintentional operation of the torch may be dangerous and will wear
the nozzle. Protect cables from heat and abrasive or sharp objects.
in the work area should use the same protective equipment as the
Operators must receive adequate training before operating the
will come on for approximately 10–15 seconds whilst the capacitor
open the unit until the light has gone out.
Turn voltage switch to (0) off when inverter is not in use.
operate inverter if any cable or part is damaged.
use welding cables in excess of 10m in length.
connect the return cable to any metallic structure which is
not part of the work piece, this will impair weld quality and may be
use the inverter in damp or wet conditions or areas where
there is condensation. Under no circumstances get the inverter wet.
weld near fl ammable materials – solids, liquids
weld containers or pipes which have held or may have
held fl ammable materials – solids, liquids or gas. Avoid operating
the inverter on materials cleaned with chlorinated solvents or near
touch the work until the weld has been allowed to cool
thoroughly as it will be very hot.
touch the torch after use until it has been allowed to cool
operate the inverter whilst under the infl uence of drink,
drugs, intoxicating medication or if tired.