Before Installation And Commissioning - Fronius TPS 320i Operating Instructions Manual

Before installation and commissioning

Safety
Proper use The power source is designed to be used for MIG/MAG welding. Any use above and be-
yond this purpose is deemed improper. The manufacturer shall not be held liable for any
damage arising from such usage.
Proper use includes:
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Setup regulations The device is tested to IP 23 protection, meaning:
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The device can be set up and operated outdoors in accordance with IP23. Avoid direct wet-
ting (e.g. from rain).
The venting duct is a very important safety feature. When choosing the installation location,
ensure that the cooling air can enter and exit unhindered through the air ducts on the front
and back of the device. Any electroconductive metallic dust (e.g. from grinding work) must
not be allowed to get sucked into the device.
Mains connection -
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Generator-pow- The power source is generator-compatible.
ered operation
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WARNING! Operating the equipment incorrectly can cause serious injury and
damage. Do not use the functions described until you have thoroughly read and
understood the following documents:
- these operating instructions
- all the operating instructions for the system components, especially the safe-
ty rules
complying with all the operating instructions
performing all stipulated inspection and maintenance work
protection against penetration by solid foreign bodies with diameters > 12.5 mm (0.49
in.)
protection against direct sprays of water at any angle up to 60° from the vertical
WARNING! If one of these devices topples over or falls it could cause serious or
even fatal injury. Place devices, upright consoles and trolleys on a solid, level sur-
face in such a way that they remain stable.
The devices are designed for the mains voltage specified on the rating plate.
Devices with a nominal voltage of 3 x 575 V must be operated on three-phase systems
with earthed star point.
If your version of the appliance does not come with mains cables and mains plugs
ready-fitted, these must be fitted by a qualified person in accordance with national
standards.
The fuse protection for the mains cable is indicated in the technical data.
NOTE! An inadequately dimensioned electrical installation can cause serious
damage. The mains cable and its fuse protection must be dimensioned to suit the
local power supply. The technical data shown on the rating plate applies.