ESAB Aristo 300 User manual

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Valid for serial no. 033-xxx-xxxx, 044-xxx-xxxx0462 152 001 GB 101119
Aristo 300
Aristo 400
Aristo 500
Instruction manual

DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
According to
The Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC of 12 December 2006, entering into force 16 January 2007
The EMC Directive 2004/108/EC of 15 December 2004, entering into force 20 January 2005
Type of equipment
Welding power sources for MIG/MAG welding
Brand name or trade mark
ESAB
Type designation etc.
Aristo®300, Aristo®400, Aristo®500, Valid from serial number 033 xxx xxxx (2010 w.33)
Aristo®300, 400 and 500 may be used with different MMC panels in combinations with or without water
Manufacturer or his authorised representative established within the EEA
Name, address, telephone No, telefax No:
ESAB AB, Welding Equipment
Esabvägen, SE−695 81 LAXÅ, Sweden
Phone: [phone], Fax: [phone]
The following harmonised standard in force within the EEA has been used in the design:
EN 60974−1, Arc welding equipment – Part 1: Welding power sources
EN 60974−10, Arc welding equipment – Part 10: Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) requirements
Additional information: Restrictive use, Class A equipment, intended for use in locations other than residential
By signing this document, the undersigned declares as manufacturer, or the manufacturer’s authorised
representative established within the EEA, that the equipment in question complies with the safety
requirements stated above.
Place and Date
Laxå 2010−09−15 Signature Position Global Director
Equipment and Automation
Kent Eimbrodt
Clarification
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Rights reserved to alter specifications without notice.
1 SAFETY 4...........................................................
2 INTRODUCTION 6...................................................
2.1 Equipment 6................................................................
2.2 Control panel A44 6.........................................................
3 TECHNICAL DATA 7.................................................
4 INSTALLATION 8....................................................
4.1 Location 8..................................................................
4.2 Lifting instruction 8..........................................................
4.3 Mains supply 9..............................................................
5 OPERATION 11.......................................................
5.1 Connections and control devices 12............................................
5.2 Connection of welding and return cable 12.......................................
5.3 Turning the power source on/off 12.............................................
5.4 Fan control 12...............................................................
5.5 Overheating protection 13.....................................................
5.6 Remote control unit 13........................................................
5.7 MIG/MAG and FCAW-S welding 13.............................................
5.8 MMA welding 13.............................................................
5.9 TIG welding 13...............................................................
6 MAINTENANCE 14....................................................
6.1 Inspection and cleaning 14....................................................
7 FAULT TRACING 15..................................................
8 ORDERING OF SPARE PARTS 15......................................
DIAGRAM 16............................................................
ORDERING NUMBER 18.................................................
SPARE PARTS LIST 19..................................................
ACCESSORIES 20.......................................................

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1 SAFETY
Users of ESAB equipment have the ultimate responsibility for ensuring that anyone who works on or
near the equipment observes all the relevant safety precautions. Safety precautions must meet the
requirements that apply to this type of equipment. The following recommendations should be ob
served in addition to the standard regulations that apply to the workplace.
All work must be carried out by trained personnel well-acquainted with the operation of the equip
ment. Incorrect operation of the equipment may lead to hazardous situations which can result in in
jury to the operator and damage to the equipment.
1. Anyone who uses the equipment must be familiar with:
Sits operation
Slocation of emergency stops
Sits function
Srelevant safety precautions
Swelding and cutting
2. The operator must ensure that:
Sno unauthorized person is stationed within the working area of the equipment when it is
started up.
Sno-one is unprotected when the arc is struck
3. The workplace must:
Sbe suitable for the purpose
Sbe free from drafts
4. Personal safety equipment
SAlways wear recommended personal safety equipment, such as safety glasses, flame-proof
clothing, safety gloves. Note! Do not use safety gloves when replacing wire.
SDo not wear loose-fitting items, such as scarves, bracelets, rings, etc., which could become
trapped or cause burns.
5. General precautions
SMake sure the return cable is connected securely.
SWork on high voltage equipment may only be carried out by a qualified electrician.
SAppropriate fire extinquishing equipment must be clearly marked and close at hand.
SLubrication and maintenance must not be carried out on the equipment during operation.
WARNING
Do not use the power source for thawing frozen pipes.
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WARNING
Read and understand the instruction manual before installing or operating.
Arc welding and cutting can be injurious to yourself and others. Take precausions when welding and
cutting. Ask for your employer's safety practices which should be based on manufacturers' hazard
data.
ELECTRIC SHOCK - Can kill
SInstall and earth the unit in accordance with applicable standards.
SDo not touch live electrical parts or electrodes with bare skin, wet gloves or wet clothing.
SInsulate yourself from earth and the workpiece.
SEnsure your working stance is safe.
FUMES AND GASES - Can be dangerous to health
SKeep your head out of the fumes.
SUse ventilation, extraction at the arc, or both, to take fumes and gases away from your breathing zone
and the general area.
ARC RAYS - Can injure eyes and burn skin.
SProtect your eyes and body. Use the correct welding screen and filter lens and wear protective
clothing.
SProtect bystanders with suitable screens or curtains.
FIRE HAZARD
SSparks (spatter) can cause fire. Make sure therefore that there are no inflammable materials nearby.
NOISE - Excessive noise can damage hearing
SProtect your ears. Use earmuffs or other hearing protection.
SWarn bystanders of the risk.
MALFUNCTION - Call for expert assistance in the event of malfunction.
PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS!
CAUTION
This product is solely intended for arc welding.
CAUTION
Read and understand the instruction manual before
installing or operating.
CAUTION
Class A equipment is not intended for use in residential locations where
the electrical power is provided by the public low-voltage supply system.
There may be potential difficulties in ensuring electromagnetic
compatibility of class A equipment in those locations, due to conducted
as well as radiated disturbances.
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