Installation; Siting The Machine; Connection To The Mains Supply - Kemppi WELDFORCE KPS 3500 Operation Instructions Manual

2. INSTALLATION

2.1. SITING THE MACHINE

Site the machine on a stationary, horizontal, dry base in a position that does NOT allow
dust, dirt or metal particles to enter the machines cooling air flow.
max. 150
60 rain water
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2.2. CONNECTION TO THE MAINS SUPPLY

Kemppi WeldForce power sources are delivered equipped with 5 m (16.4 ft) mains cable without
plug.
If local electricity regulations of operating country are stating otherwise, the mains cable should
be replaced in conformity with the local regulations.
Connection of the mains cable, mounting and change of the plug should only be carried out by a
competent electrician.
Remove the machine's right side plate to enable the mounting of a mains cable.
KPS power sources can be connected to the mains supply of 480 V 3~ .
If changing the mains cable take into consideration the following:
The cable is entered into the machine through the inlet ring on the rear panel of the machine and
fastened with a cable clamp (05). The phase conductors of the cable are coupled to connectors L1,
L2 and L3. The earth protection coloured green-yellow is coupled to connector.
If you are using 5-lead cable, you must connect neutral conductor with terminal N.
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– Preferably site the machine somewhat higher above the
floor level.
– Ensure that the front as well as the rear of the machine
there is at least 20 cm (8 in) free distance to allow good
circulation of the cooling air through the machine.
– Protect the machine against heavy rain and in hot
circumstances against direct sunshine. Ensure the free
circulation of the cooling air.
Degree of protection of machine IP23 allows at its
maximum the water spray coming in 60º angle to
hit machine's outer covering.
See to that the machine is positioned away from the line of
particle spray, created by grinding tools etc.
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