Safety; Designated Use; Responsibilities Of The User; Warning And Information Signs - Abicor Binzel iROB 501 Original Operating Instructions

2 Safety

2 Safety
This chapter describes the essential safety requirements and warns of residual hazards that should be kept
in mind to operate the product safely. Non-observance of the safety instructions may result in risks to the life
and health of personnel as well as cause environmental or material damage.
► Observe the document entitled "Safety Instructions".

2.1 Designated use

The device described in these operating instructions may be used only for the purpose and in the manner
described in these operating instructions. The device serves solely as a welding power source for
MIG/MAG welding. Any other use is considered improper. Unauthorized modifications or changes to
enhance the performance are not permitted.
► Do not exceed the maximum load data specified in the documentation. Overloads lead to destruction.
► Do not make any structural modifications to the product.

2.2 Responsibilities of the user

Risk of injury due to electromagnetic fields
The device can produce electromagnetic fields that could impact the proper function of cardiac
pacemakers and implanted defibrillators.
► Do not use the device if you have a pacemaker or an implanted defibrillator.
► The device may be used only in industrial zones according to DIN EN 61000-6-3.
► Ensure that only suitably qualified personnel perform work on the device or system.
Suitably qualified personnel are:
— those who are familiar with the basic regulations on occupational safety and accident prevention;
— those who have been instructed on how to handle the device;
— those who have read and understood these operating instructions;
— those who have been trained accordingly;
— those who are able to recognize possible risks because of their special training, knowledge, and
► Keep non-suitably qualified people out of the work area.

2.3 Warning and information signs

The following warning, notice and mandatory signs can be found on the product:
These markings must always be legible. They may not be covered, obscured, painted over, or removed.

2.4 Safety instructions for the electrical power supply

► Ensure that the power supply cable is not damaged, for example, by being driven over, crushed or torn.
► Check the power supply cable for damage and wear at regular intervals.
► If it is necessary to replace the power supply cable, use only ABICOR BINZEL spare parts.
► Only a qualified electrician should replace the power supply cable and the mains plug.
► Splash-water protection and mechanical stability must be ensured when replacing the mains plug of the
power supply cable.

2.5 Personal protective equipment

► Wear your personal protective equipment (PPE).
► Ensure that others in close proximity are also wearing personal protective equipment.
Personal protective equipment consists of protective clothing, eye protection, protective gloves, and safety
shoes.
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► Read and observe the operating instructions.
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