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Thank you for purchasing a Sealey Power Welder. Manufactured to a high standard this product will, if used according to these instructions and
properly maintained, give you years of trouble free performance.
IMPORTANT: BEFORE USING THIS PRODUCT, PLEASE READ THE INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY. NOTE THE SAFE OPERATIONAL
REQUIREMENTS, WARNINGS, AND CAUTIONS. USE THIS PRODUCT CORRECTLY, AND WITH CARE FOR THE PURPOSE FOR WHICH
IT IS INTENDED. FAILURE TO DO SO MAY CAUSE DAMAGE, OR PERSONAL INJURY, AND WILL INVALIDATE THE WARRANTY.
(The use of symbols in this document is to attract your attention to possible danger, and reminders, the symbols and warnings themselves do not eliminate any danger, nor are they substitutes
for proper accident prevention measures).
INTRODUCTION
This instruction manual contains the information required to prepare your arc welding set for welding. For Individual model specifications refer to
part 2. If you have no previous experience the instructions are not intended to show you how to become a welder . Should you have no
experience, we recommend that you seek training from an expert source. Arc welding is relatively easy to perform, but does require a steady
hand and time practising under supervision with scrap metal as It is only with continued practice that you will achieve the desired results.
1.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1.1.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY.
You must check all electrical equipment and appliances to ensure they are safe before using. You must inspect power supply leads, plugs and all
electrical connections for wear and damage. You must ensure the risk of electric shock is minimised by the installation of appropriate safety
devices. An RCCB (Residual Current Circuit Breaker) should be incorporated in the main distribution board. We also recommend that an RCD
(Residual Current Device) is used with all electrical products. It is particularly important to use an RCD together with portable products that are
plugged into an electrical supply not protected by an RCCB. If in doubt consult a professional electrician. You may obtain a Residual Current
Device by contacting your Sealey dealer. You must also read and understand the following instructions concerning electrical safety.
1.1.1. The Electricity At Work Act 1989 requires all portable electrical appliances, if used on a business premises, to be tested by
a qualified Electrician at least once a year by using a Portable Appliance Tester (PAT).
1.1.2. The Health & Safety at Work Act 1974 makes owners of electrical appliances responsible for the safe condition of the appliance,
and the safety of the appliance operator. If in any doubt about electrical safety, contact a qualified electrician.
1.1.3.
Ensure the insulation on all cables and the product itself is safe before connecting to the mains power
supply. See 1.1.1. & 1.1.2. above and use a Portable Appliance Tester (PAT).
1.1.4. Ensure that cables are always protected against short circuit and overload.
1.1.5.
Regularly inspect power supply, leads, plugs and all electrical connections for wear and damage,
especially power connections, to ensure that none are loose.
1.1.6. Important: Ensure the voltage marked on the product is the same as the electrical power supply
to be used, and check that plugs are fitted with the correct capacity fuse. A 13Amp plug may require
a fuse smaller than 13Amps for certain products (subject to 1.1.10. below) see fuse rating at right.
1.1.7. DO NOT pull or carry the powered appliance by its power supply lead. Products such as
welders must not be pulled or carried by their output cables.
1.1.8. DO NOT pull power plugs from sockets by the power cable.
1.1.9. DO NOT use worn or damage leads, plugs or connections. Immediately replace or have repaired by
a qualified Electrician. A U.K. 3 pin plug with ASTA/BS approval is fitted. In case of damage, cut off
and fit a new plug according to the following instructions (discard old plug safely).
(UK only - see diagram at right). Ensure the unit is correctly earthed via a three-pin plug.
a) Connect the GREEN/YELLOW earth wire to the earth terminal ‘E’.
b) Connect the BROWN live wire to live terminal ‘L’.
c) Connect the BLUE neutral wire to the neutral terminal ‘N’.
After wiring, check there are no bare wires, that all wires have been correctly connected and that the wire restraint is tight.
Double insulated products are often fitted with live (BROWN) and neutral (BLUE) wires only. Double insulated products are always marked with
this symbol
. To re-wire, connect the brown & blue wires as indicated above. DO NOT connect the brown or blue to the earth terminal.
1.1.10. Some products require more than a 13 amp supply. In such a case, NO plug will be fitted. You must contact a qualified
Electrician to ensure a 30 amp fused supply is available. We recommend you discuss the installation of a industrial round pin
plug & socket with your electrician.
1.1.11. Cable extension reels. When a cable extension reel is used it should be fully unwound before connection. A cable reel with an RCD
fitted is recommended since any product which is plugged into the cable reel will be protected. The section of the cable on the cable
reel is important. We recommend that at least 1.5mm
suitable for this product and for others that may be used in the other output sockets, we recommend the use of 2.5mm
1.2
GENERAL SAFETY
WARNING: unplug from the mains power supply before performing maintenance or service.
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Keep the welder and cables in good working order and condition. (Take immediate action to repair or replace damaged parts).
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Replace or repair damaged parts. (use genuine parts only, non authorised parts may be dangerous and will invalidate the warranty).
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Keep the welder clean for best and safest performance.
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Locate welder in adequate working area for its function. Ensure area has adequate ventilation as welding fumes are harmful.
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Keep work area tidy and free from unrelated materials. Also ensure working area has adequate lighting, and a fire extinguisher is at hand.
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WARNING: You MUST use an appropriate shaded lens welding face mask, (contact your Sealey dealer for details). DANGER! Permanent
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eye damage may result if you do not use correct protection. Also wear safety welding gauntlets, and dry oil free safety protective clothing
to protect yourself from sparks and hot droplets of fused metal. Cover exposed flesh to avoid potential burns from the arcs ultraviolet rays.
Check you have good ventilation and that air can flow freely around the welder.
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DANGER! Ensure no flammable or combustible materials are near work area. Welding containers or pipes which hold, or have held dangerous
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gases or substances may explode or burn. Materials cleaned with chlorinated solvents, or varnished surfaces pose danger of toxic fumes.
WARNING! It is the user’s responsibility to read, understand and comply with the following:
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WARNING! Arc welding produces sparks and fused metal projectiles and fumes which are dangerous.
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INSTRUCTIONS FOR
A R C W E L D E R S
section cable but to be absolutely sure that the capacity of the cable reel is
2
Yellow & Green
Earth Wire
Blue
Neutral
Wire
FUSE RATING
THIS PRODUCT MUST BE FITTED
WITH A:
13 AMP FUSE minimum
section cable.
2
Arc Welders - (0051) - (3) - 070601
Brown
Live
Wire
Cable
Restraint
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