Operating Instructions - Leister Asto Operating Instructions Manual

Operating Instructions

Read the operating instructions carefully before starting
the device and keep them for future reference.
Leister ASTRO
Automatic Wedge Welding Machine
Application
The Leister ASTRO is an automatic wedge welding machine for overlap welding of geomembrane liners
in earthwork and civil engineering.
• Thermoplastic geomembrane liners: Polyethylene PE-HD, PE-LD, Polypropylene PP.
• Type of seam: Welding seams are pro-duced in accordance with DVS 2225 part I and BAM.
Other dimensions are pos-sible on request.
DVS: German Welding Society for welding
BAM: Federal Institute for Materials Research and Testing, Berlin.
Warning
Caution
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(Translation of the original operating instructions)
Danger ! Unplug the tool before opening it as live components and connections
are exposed.
Incorrect use of the hot wedge tool can present a fire and explosion hazard
especially near combustible materials and explosive gases.
Do not touch the element housing and wedge when hot as they can cause burns.
Allow the tool to cool down. Do not point the hot air flow in the direction of people
or animals.
Connect the tool to a socket outlet with protective earth conductor.
Any interruption of the protective earth conductor within or outside the tool is
danger-ous ! Use only extensions cables with a protective earth conductor !
Risk of entanglement ! Do not touch pressure rollers when closing or during
operation.
The voltage rating stated on the tool should correspond to the mains voltage.
In the case of a power loss, disengage the hot wedge.
For personal protection, we strongly recommend the tool be connected to an RCCB
(Residual Current Circuit Breaker) before using it on construction sites.
The tool must be operated under supervision. Radiant heat from the hot wedge
can ignite flammable materials.
The device machine may only be used by qualified specialists or under their
supervision. Children are not authorized to use this device.
Protect the tool from damp and wet.
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