Lincoln Electric V160-S Welder User Manual


 
INSTALLATION
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V160-S & -T
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installation.
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
Only qualified personnel should per-
form this installation.
• Disconnect input power by removing
plug from receptacle before working
inside V160-S. Allow machine to sit for
5 minutes
minimum to allow the power capacitors
to discharge before working inside this equipment.
Insulate yourself from the work and ground.
Always wear dry insulating gloves.
• Always connect the V160-S to a power supply
grounded according to the National Electrical Code
and local codes.
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SELECT SUITABLE LOCATION
This machine will operate in harsh environments.
However, it is important that simple preventative mea-
sures are followed to assure long life and reliable oper-
ation.
• Do not place or operate this machine on a surface
with an incline greater than 15° from horizontal.
• This machine must be located where there is free cir-
culation of clean air without restrictions for air move-
ment to and from the air vents. Do not cover the
machine with paper, cloth or rags when switched on.
• Dirt and dust that can be drawn into the machine
should be kept to a minimum.
• Keep the machine dry and do not place it on wet
ground or in puddles.
• When operated in ambient temperatures greater
than 40°C, the output duty cycle may be reduced.
Do not mount over combustible surfaces.
STACKING
The Invertec V160-S cannot
be stacked.
TILTING
Place the machine directly on a secure, level surface.
The machine may topple over if this procedure is not
followed.
INPUT CONNECTIONS
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
Have a qualified electrician install
and service this equipment.
Disconnect input power by removing
plug from receptacle before working
inside V160-S. Allow machine to sit for
5 minutes
minimum to allow the power capacitors
to discharge before working inside this equipment.
Do not touch electrically live parts.
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GROUND CONNECTION
The frame of the welder must be grounded. A ground
terminal marked with the symbol is
located on the under panel for this pur-
pose. See your local and national elec-
trical codes for proper grounding meth-
ods.
A grounding conductor is supplied in the input
cord, it is important that the supply receptacle
ground is connected.
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This installation should be performed by a quali-
fied electrician to ensure correct connections of
the leads to the plug spades.
The electrical system must be made by skilled
technicians with the specific professional and
technical qualifications and in compliance with
the regulations in force in the country where the
equipment is installed.
The welding power source supply cable is pro-
vided with a green or yellow/green wire that must
ALWAYS be earthed. This green or yellow/green
wire must NEVER be used with other voltage con-
ductors.
• lnstall only plugs that confirm with safety regula-
tions.
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