OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS RH 340 Electric Repair work WELDING OPERATIONS SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Prior to any welding operations on the machine: Set the battery main switch to OFF
Never perform welding operations unless you are qualified to do so.
Protect the disconnected terminals and plugs from short-circuiting and soiling by covering them with foil or adhesive tape.
Observe the accident prevention regulations.
Attach the welding-current pincers close to the welding zone (max. 2 - 3 m (6.6-9.8ft)).
Wear protective clothing
protective suit
protective gloves
face protection
The welding current must not flow via the ball resp. the roller bearing swing ring, via pin couplings, articulated joints or hydraulic cylinders. An electric current flowing over an air gap (in an articulated joint, for instance) generates sparks that damage metallic surfaces.
Any work on receptacles that contain or have contained substances
On completion of the welding operation, restore all electrical connections.
which are combustible or which encourage combustion,
which are susceptible to explosion,
or which may develop health-hazardous gases, vapours, mist or dust
Set the battery main switch to ON
during welding operations must be carried out only under expert supervision and only by experienced persons authorized to do such work. Detailed information on the correct execution of welding operations is given in the technical manual "Welding for maintenance and repair". Should you have any problems or queries, apply to the Terex O&K after-sales service department. If parts of the machine have to be dimantled, read and take note of the following sections: Assembling attachments - safety instructions", "Inspection and servicing - safety instructions", "Repair - safety instructions".
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