SECTION 1
SAFETY
! WARNING !
ARC WELDING AND CUTTING CAN BE INJURIOUS TO YOURSELF AND OTHERS. TAKE
PRECAUTIONS WHEN WELDING OR CUTTING. ASK YOUR EMPLOYER FOR SAFETY PRACTICES
THAT SHOULD BE BASED ON MANUFACTURER'S HAZARD DATA.
ELECTRIC SHOCK - Can kill
- Install and earth welding equipment in accordance with obligatory standards.
- Do not touch live electrical parts or electrodes with bare skin, wet gloves or wet clothes.
- Insulate yourself from earth and workpiece.
- Ensure your work position is safe.
FUMES AND GASES - Can be dangerous to your health
- Keep your head away from fumes.
- Use ventilation and/or extraction to keep fumes and gases away from your breathing zone and surroundings.
ARC RAYS - Can injure eyes and burn skin
- Protect your eyes and skin. Use correct welding screens, filter lens and wear protective clothes.
- Protect bystanders with suitable screens or curtains.
FIRE HAZARD
- Sparks (spatter) can cause fire. Make therefore sure there are no inflammable materials nearby.
NOISE - Excessive noise can damage your hearing.
- Protect your ears. Use ear defenders or other hearing protection.
- Warn bystanders of the risk.
MALFUNCTION - Call expert assistance in event of malfunction.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING UNIT
PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS !
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