CHAPTER 2
INSTALLATION AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
Section I. SERVICE UPON RECEIPT OF EQUIPMENT
9. Installation of Separately Packed Components
6. Unloading Equipment
a. Remove all tiedowns and blocking that secure
a. The welding machine is delivered with the
the crate to the carrier.
remote rheostat current selector assembly, electrode
cable with holder, and ground cable with clamp packed
b. A forklift truck or suitable hoist must be used
separately.
when removing the crate from the carrier.
b. Install the remote rheostat current selector
assembly in its correct position on the welding machine
Warning: Make certain any lifting
and secure with the fasteners provided.
device used has a capacity to handle
When in use, the unit is removed from its mounting,
weight being lifted.
Failure to
plugged into the remote control plug and set at the
observe this precaution could result
desired setting.
in injury to personnel and damage to
the equipment.
c.
Connect the ground and electrode cable
assemblies to the terminal block provided as shown in
7. Unpacking the Equipment
a. Place the welding machine as close to the point
10. Installation or Setting-Up Instructions
of installation as possible. Remove the box containing
remote rheostat current selector assembly, electrode
a. Location. The welding machine should be
cable with holder, and ground cable with clamp. A
located in a clean, dry, well ventilated area. The
publications case and copies of this manual are also
machine should be set on a foundation as free from
included.
vibration as practical. If the unit is to be located on soft
or muddy footing a suitable platform of planks or similar
b. Remove the tape and protective material from
material should be provided. The machine should be
the instruments and controls.
maintained as level as possible at all times. Position
the welding machine as close and as convenient to the
c. Remove the tiedowns and blocking that secure
work as possible. The welding machine is of a drip-
the welding machine to the bottom of the crate and
proof construction. If the machine is to be left out in the
remove the welding machine.
rain or snow, protection should be provided that will
shield the entire unit from the weather, and provide
8. Inspection and Servicing
ready access to the controls. The canopy should not
interfere with ventilation.
a. Make a complete visual inspection of the welding
machine for any loss or damage that may have occurred
b. Indoor Installation. When the welding machine is
during shipment. Prior to inspection of operation of the
installed in an enclosed area it should be well ventilated
welding machine, accomplish depreservation of the
with a maximum supply of fresh air. When a vapor
welding machine as outlined on DA Form 2258.
degreaser using trichloroethylene or other chlorinated
maintenance services.
c. Correct all deficiencies or report them to the
proper authority.
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