General Safety - Silverline Arc Welder 55 Manual De Instrucciones

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General Safety

WARNING: Read this manual before operating, adjusting and servicing
this welder.
WARNING SIGHT RISK: Arc glare can permanently damage your eyesight.
Always use a suitable welding mask, face shield or helmet. Always check condition of eye
protection before use.
WARNING FIRE RISK: All flammable materials must be removed from the
welding area.
WARNING WELDING FUMES: Toxic gases are given off during welding. Always use
in a well-ventilated area.
WARNING BURN RISK: Wear welding gloves at all times when welding. They will
reduce the risk of burn injuries and ultra-violet radiation. In addition, wear a leather apron to
protect from spatter and a cap when welding overhead.
WARNING: This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced, physical or mental capabilities or lack of experience or knowledge unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety. Children must be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
Keep work area clear - Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries
• Consider work area environment
- Do not expose welder to rain
- Do not use welder in damp or wet locations
- Keep work area well lit
• Keep other persons away. Do not let persons, especially children, not involved
in the work touch the tool or the extension cord and keep them away from the
work area
WARNING: Not using protective equipment or appropriate clothing can cause
personal injury or increase the severity of an injury.
• Do not abuse the power cable. Never pull the power cable to disconnect it
from the socket. Keep the power cable away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
Damaged or entangled power cables increase the risk of electric shock
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times
• Maintain tools with care
- Inspect tool power cables periodically and have them repaired by an
authorised service facility if damaged
- Inspect extension cables periodically and replace if damaged
• Disconnect - Disconnect welders from the power supply when not in use, before servicing
and when changing accessories
WARNING: The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer may result in a risk of injury to persons.
• Stay alert
- Watch what you are doing, use common sense and do not operate the tool
when you are tired
- Do not use a welder while you are under the influence of drugs, alcohol
or medication
WARNING: A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
• Check damaged parts
WARNING: Do not use the welder if the on/off switch does not switch the tool on
and off. The switch must be repaired before the welder is used.
• Have your tool repaired by a qualified person. This welder complies with the relevant
safety rules. Repairs should only be carried out by qualified persons, otherwise this may result
in considerable danger to the user
WARNING: When servicing use only identical replacement parts.
WARNING: If the power cable is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer
or an authorised service centre.
WARNING: Power tool mains plugs must match the mains socket. Never modify
the plug in any way. Do not use any adaptor plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodified plugs and matching sockets will reduce risk of electric shock.
Welding Safety
• Welding produces toxic fumes and can reduce oxygen levels in the work area. Always
work in a well-ventilated area. Avoid inhaling welding fumes, use a suitable respirator
where appropriate
• Some metal parts may have zinc, lead, cadmium or other coatings. Attempting to weld
through these coatings can produce highly toxic fumes. Always remove all coatings
before welding
• If you experience irritation to the lungs, throat or eyes whilst welding, STOP IMMEDIATELY
and seek fresh air
• Welding produces extremely high levels of UV light. To prevent eye damage, ALWAYS use
an approved welding face mask. Under no circumstances look directly at the arc
• The light produced when arc welding can be attractive to look at, especially to children.
Always prevent other people from viewing the arc welding light with unprotected eyes
• If there is a possibility of other people approaching the work area, erect suitable screening
to protect them from the light / glare
• Always replace the welder face mask glass as soon as it shows any signs of wear or damage
• To prevent skin damage, ALWAYS wear a suitable fire-proof long sleeved jacket, heat proof
gloves, and cap. Keep covered up
• Always remove any flammable materials (e.g. cigarette lighter, matches) from your
clothing before welding
• Always keep a fire extinguisher nearby when welding
• Sparks generated while welding can ignite flammable materials easily in the welding area,
so it is important to remove flammable materials before commencing welding
• Only weld when the work area and all workpieces are dry
• Do not weld sealed containers (e.g. fuel tanks, air tanks, oil drums). The heat generated
from welding can cause sealed containers to burst without warning
• Be aware of transferred heat. Metal parts can conduct heat away from the work area and
cause ignition of flammable materials
• Be aware that welded parts will remain hot for some time after joining. Allow to cool
completely before handling, or leaving unattended
• Never weld where flammable gases, liquids or dust are present
• Ensure that there is always a responsible person nearby to alert you to any fire, or to call
help in an emergency
• Use of welding machines will create powerful magnetic fields. This may disturb the
operation of sensitive electronic equipment. Pacemaker wearers should consult a doctor
before using a welding machine
• Do not overload power supply. Check that your mains wiring is capable of delivering the
required current safely (see specification)
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