ESAB PK 5 Electrode dryer User manual

PK-5 - Electrode Dryer

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Use

The unit is intended for drying and storing welding electrodes in the temperature range 70-300

The unit is to be used only in accordance with these instructions. Is must not be used for any other

purpose because of possible injuries or material damage.

Before use

Check the unit for transport damage; do not connect a faulty unit to the mains. Check that the

voltage and frequency marked on the rating plate match the values of the mains to which the unit is

to be connected.

Location

To avoid overheating, the clearance to any material must be no less than 0,5 m on any side and no

less than 1 m above the unit. Make sure that there are no obstacles and no flammable material closer

to the unit. The unit must never be covered. Place the unit on a flat surface. The unit may not be

used in environments where there is danger of explosion (EX).

Using the unit

Do not load the cabinet with packaged electrodes, they must be taken out of their package first.

Connect the unit to the mains by plugging it into the wall socket. The red pilot light is lit whenever

the unit is connected to the mains. Select the drying temperature according to the recommendations

of the manufacturer of the electrodes. When the unit has reached the temperature set, continue

drying according to the instructions of the manufacturer. Unnecessary opening of the lid and

addition of new electrodes prolong the drying process.

Remove the plug from the socket when the cabinet is not in use.

Specification

Voltage 230 V / 50 Hz

Power 500 W

Storage temperature 70 - 300

Capacity 3-4 packages of electrodes

Outer diameter/height 345 / 650 mm

Weight 13 kg

Equipment thermostat, thermometer, pilot light

ESAB AB Made by: Ergi Oy

SE – 695 81 Laxå Finland

Phone: +46 584 81000 phone: +358-9-753 8005

Fax: +46 584 13056 fax: +358-9-753 8460