7 Operation
7.6 Starting the welding process
Health risk caused by inhaling harmful welding fumes
The device contains hazardous dust that can collect on surfaces and penetrate the ambient air as of the
first use. It can damage the respiratory tract when inhaled.
► Check and wear your personal protective equipment.
► Use the device only in rooms with sufficient ventilation.
NOTICE
Material damage to the welding torch
The welding torch can become damaged if the contact tip and/or gas nozzle drives against the
workpieces.
► Check that the distance is correct. Readjust it if necessary.
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WARNING
Perform the wire feed test with the <SHIFT> and
8
▸▸
◂◂>
<WIRE
> / <WIRE
buttons.
Perform the gas test with the <SHIFT> and
9
<GAS TEST> buttons.
Check the START/STOP relay with the <SHIFT>
10
and <CONT> buttons.
Check the function of the program selector dial
11
by turning it to the twelve positions.
Check the quick-release button (4×)
12
(audible click).
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