MAINTENANCE BASICS WELDING INSTRUCTIONS Set the engine start switch to switching position '0' (OFF). Apply only briefly a voltage of more than 200 V. Connect the earthing cable at a distance of max. 3.28 ft (1 m) to the area to be welded. There must be no gaskets or bearings between the welding area and the mass point. There must be a minimum distance of 3.28 ft (1 m) between the welding area and the battery. Do not weld lines or pipes containing fuel or oil. 7-13