Safety Precautions; Select Suitable Location; Stacking; Tilting - Lincoln Electric INVERTEC V160-S Operator's Manual

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Read entire installation section before starting
installation.

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Only qualified personnel should per-
form this installation.
• Disconnect input power by removing
plug from receptacle before working
inside V160-S. Allow machine to sit for
5 minutes minimum to allow the power capacitors
to discharge before working inside this equip-
ment.
• Insulate yourself from the work and ground.
• Always wear dry insulating gloves.
• Always connect the V160-S to a power supply
grounded according to the National Electrical Code
and local codes.
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SELECT SUITABLE LOCATION

This machine will operate in harsh environments.
However, it is important that simple preventative
measures are followed to assure long life and reliable
operation.
• Do not place or operate this machine on a surface
with an incline greater than 15° from horizontal.
• This machine must be located where there is free
circulation of clean air without restrictions for air
movement to and from the air vents. Do not cover
the machine with paper, cloth or rags when switched
on.
• Dirt and dust that can be drawn into the machine
should be kept to a minimum.
• Keep the machine dry and do not place it on wet
ground or in puddles.
• When operated in ambient temperatures greater
than 40°C, the output duty cycle may be reduced.
• Do not mount over combustible surfaces.

STACKING

The Invertec V160-S cannot be stacked.
INSTALLATION

TILTING

Place the machine directly on a secure, level surface.
The machine may topple over if this procedure is not
followed.

INPUT CONNECTIONS

5 minutes minimum to allow the power capacitors
to discharge before working inside this equip-
ment.
• Do not touch electrically live parts.
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GROUND CONNECTION

A grounding conductor is supplied in the input
cord, it is important that the supply receptacle
ground is connected.
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This installation should be performed by a quali-
fied electrician to ensure correct connections of
the leads to the plug spades.
• The electrical system must be made by skilled
technicians with the specific professional and
technical qualifications and in compliance with
the regulations in force in the country where the
equipment is installed.
• The welding power source supply cable is pro-
vided with a green or yellow/green wire that must
ALWAYS be earthed. This green or yellow/green
wire must NEVER be used with other voltage
conductors.
• lnstall only plugs that confirm with safety regula-
tions.
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V160-S
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Have a qualified electrician install
and service this equipment.
• Disconnect input power by removing
plug from receptacle before working
inside V160-S. Allow machine to sit for
The frame of the welder must be
grounded. A ground terminal marked
with the symbol is located on the under
panel for this purpose. See your local
and national electrical codes for proper
grounding methods.
CAUTION
WARNING
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