Kemppi Promig 200 ML - Manual (Page 3)

PROMIG 200ML/0520 – 3 © KEMPPI OY
1. PREFACE
1.1. INTRODUCTION
Congratulations on having purchased this product. Properly installed Kemppi products should
prove to be productive machines requiring maintenance at only regular intervals. This manual is
arranged to give you a good understanding of the equipment and its safe operation. It also contains
maintenance information and technical specifications. Read this manual from front to back before
installing, operating or maintaining the equipment for the first time. For further information on
Kemppi products please contact us or your nearest Kemppi distributor.
The specifications and designs presented in this manual are subject to change without prior
notice.
In this document, for danger to life or injury the following symbol is used:
Read the warning texts carefully and follow the instructions. Please also study the Operation safety
instructions and respect them when installing, operating and servicing the machine.
1.2. PRODUCT INTRODUCTION
PROMIG 200 ML is a mobile wire feed unit designed for dock yards and heavy metal industry.
PROMIG wire feed units are used with PRO multi-function power sources.
Due to its operational properties and mechanical durability, PROMIG 200 is very suitable for flux-
cored electrode welding with long intermediate cables. Operation of wire feed unit is controlled
and adjusted with microprocessor. The Tacho generator of wire feed motor enables an accurate
and even adjustment of wire feed speed.
PROMIG 200 is designed to be used with filler wire reels of max 200 mm (5 kg).
This equipment’s electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) is designed for use in an
industrial environment. Class A equipment is not intended for use in residential location
where the electrical power is provided by the public low-voltage supply system.
1.3. OPERATION SAFETY
Please study these Operation safety instructions and respect them when installing, operating and
servicing the machine.
Welding arc and spatters
Welding arc hurts unprotected eyes. Be careful also with reflecting arc flash. Welding arc and
spatter burn unprotected skin. Use safety gloves and protective clothing.
Danger for fire or explosion
Pay attention to fire safety regulations. Remove flammable or explosive materials from welding
place. Always reserve sufficient fire-fighting equipment on welding place. Be prepared for hazards
in special welding jobs, eg. for the danger of fire or explosion when welding container type work
pieces. Note! Fire can break out from sparks even several hours after the welding work has been
finished!
Mains voltage
Never take welding machine inside a work piece (eg. container or truck). Do not place welding
machine on a wet surface. Always check cables before operating the machine. Change defect cables
without delay. Defect cables may cause an injury or set out a fire. Connection cable must not be
compressed, it must not touch sharp edges or hot work pieces.