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5.6
Shielding gas supply
5.6.1
Connecting the shielding gas supply
Risk of injury caused by shielding gas cylinders toppling over!
Shielding gas cylinders may topple over and cause serious injury if not
adequately secured!
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Secure shielding gas cylinders with the securing device (chain/strap)
supplied as standard with the machine!
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Securing devices must fit tightly around the cylinder!
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The strap or chain must be fitted to the upper half of the shielding gas
cylinders!
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Cylinders may not be secured at the valve!
Incorrect handling of shielding gas cylinders!
Incorrect handling of shielding gas cylinders can result in serious and even fatal injury.
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Observe the instructions from the gas manufacturer and in any relevant regulations
concerning the use of compressed air!
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Place shielding gas cylinders in the holders provided for them and secure with fixing
devices.
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Avoid heating the shielding gas cylinder!
Faults in the shielding gas supply.
An unhindered shielding gas supply from the shielding gas cylinder to the welding torch
is a fundamental requirement for optimum welding results. In addition, a blocked
shielding gas supply may result in the welding torch being destroyed.
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Always re-fit the yellow protective cap when not using the shielding gas connection.
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All shielding gas connections must be gas tight.
Before connecting the pressure reducer to the gas cylinder, open the cylinder valve
briefly to expel any dirt.
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