Installation; Siting The Machine; Connection To The Mains Supply - Kemppi WeldForce KPS 3500 MVU Operation Instructions Manual

2. INSTALLATION

2.1. SITING ThE mAChINE

Site the machine on a stationary, horizontal, dry base in a position that does NOT allow
dust, dirt or metal particles to enter the machines cooling air flow.
max. 15º
rain water
60º

2.2. CONNECTION TO ThE mAINS SuPPLy

Kemppi WeldForce power sources are delivered equipped with 5 m mains cable without plug.
If local electricity regulations of operating country are stating otherwise, the mains cable should
be replaced in conformity with the local regulations.
Connection of the mains cable, mounting and change of the plug should only be carried out by a
competent electrician.
Remove the machine's right side plate to enable the mounting of a mains cable.
KPS power sources can be connected to the mains supply of 400 V 3~ . KPS MVU power
sources can be connected to 230 V 3~ or 400 V 3~ . Power source automatic recognize the mains
voltage.
If changing the mains cable take into consideration the following:
The cable is entered into the machine through the inlet ring on the rear panel of the machine and
fastened with a cable clamp (05). The phase conductors of the cable are coupled to connectors L1,
L2 and L3. The earth protection coloured green-yellow is coupled to connector.
If you are using 5-lead cable, you must connect neutral conductor with terminal N.
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– Preferably site the machine somewhat higher above
the floor level.
– Ensure that the front as well as the rear of the
machine there is at least 20 cm free distance to
allow good circulation of the cooling air through
the machine.
– Protect the machine against heavy rain and in hot
circumstances against direct sunshine. Ensure the
free circulation of the cooling air.
Degree of protection of machine IP23 allows at
its maximum the water spray coming in 60º angle
to hit machine's outer covering.
See to that the machine is positioned away from the line
of particle spray, created by grinding tools etc.
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