Care, Maintenance And Disposal; General; Maintenance At Every Start-Up - Fronius MHP 280i G PM Operating Instructions Manual

Care, maintenance and disposal

General

Regular preventive maintenance of the welding torch is essential if trouble-free operation
is to be ensured. The welding torch is subjected to high temperatures and heavy soiling.
The welding torch therefore requires more frequent maintenance than other components
in the welding system.
Maintenance at -
every start-up
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Check wearing parts
• replace faulty wearing parts
Remove welding spatter from gas nozzle
Check the gas nozzle, spatter guard and insulation for damage and replace any
damaged components.
Also at every start-up when using water-cooled welding torches:
• check all coolant connections for tightness (no leaks)
• check that the coolant can flow unhindered
CAUTION!
Risk of damage from improper handling
of the welding torch.
This can result in serious damage.
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Do not strike the welding torch on
hard objects.
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Avoid scoring and scratches in the
contact tip in which welding spatter
may become firmly lodged.
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Do not bend the torch body under any
circumstances!
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