INSTALLATION |
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Read this
entire installation section before you start installa-
tion.
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
•Only qualified personnel should perform this installation.
•Turn the input power OFF at the disconnect switch or fuse box before working on this equipment. Turn off the input power to any other equipment connected to the welding system at the disconnect switch or fuse box before work- ing on the equipment.
•Do not touch electrically hot parts.
•Always connect the POWER WAVE® R350 grounding lug to a proper safety (Earth) ground.
SELECT SUITABLE LOCATION
The POWER WAVE® R350 will operate in harsh envi- ronments. Even so, it is important that simple preven- tative measures are followed in order to assure long life and reliable operation.
•The machine must be located where there is free circulation of clean air such that air movement in the back, out the sides and bottom will not be restricted.
•Dirt and dust that can be drawn into the machine should be kept to a minimum. The use of air filters on the air intake is not recommended because nor- mal air flow may be restricted. Failure to observe these precautions can result in excessive operating temperatures and nuisance shutdown.
•Keep machine dry. Shelter from rain and snow. Do not place on wet ground or in puddles.
•Do not mount the POWER WAVE® R350 over combustible surfaces. Where there is a com- bustible surface directly under stationary or fixed electrical equipment, that surface shall be covered with a steel plate at least .060” (1.6mm) thick, which shall extend not less than 5.90” (150mm) beyond the equipment on all sides.
LIFTING
Both handles should be used when lifting POWER WAVE® R350. When using a crane or overhead device a lifting strap should be connected to both handles. Do not attempt to lift the POWER WAVE® R350 with accessories attached to it.
WARNING
•Lift only with equipment of ade- quate lifting capacity.
•Be sure machine is stable when lifting.
•Do not operate machine while suspended when lifting.
FALLING
EQUIPMENT can
cause injury.
STACKING
The POWER WAVE® R350 cannot be stacked.
TILTING
Place the machine directly on a secure, level surface or on a recommended undercarriage. The machine may topple over if this procedure is not followed.
INPUT AND GROUND CONNECTIONS
Only a qualified electrician should connect the POWER WAVE® R350. Installation should be made in accordance with the appropriate National Electrical Code, all local codes and the information in this manual.
MACHINE GROUNDING
The frame of the welder must be grounded. A ground terminal marked with a ground symbol is located next to the input power connection block.
See your local and national electrical codes for proper ground- ing methods.
HIGH FREQUENCY PROTECTION
Locate the POWER WAVE® R350 away from radio controlled machinery. The normal operation of the POWER WAVE® R350 may adversely affect the operation of RF controlled equipment, which may result in bodily injury or damage to the equipment.
POWER WAVE® R350
