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FLEXCUT™ 80
FIRE PREVENTION
When using the system , it is necessary to exercise good
judgment. While cutting, the arc produces sparks that could cause a
fire if they fall on flammable materials. Make sure that all flammable
materials are a suitable distance away from the cutting area. All
flammable liquids should be at least 40 feet away from the cutting
area, preferably stored in a metal cabinet. Plasma cutting should
never be attempted on containers that contain flammable materials.
Make sure that fire extinguishers are readily accessible in the cutting
area.
EXPLOSION PREVENTION
The system uses compressed gases. Use proper
techniques when handling compressed gas cylinders and other
compressed gas equipment. Observe the following guidelines to
protect against explosion:
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Never operate the system in the presence of explosive gases or
other explosive materials.
•
Never cut pressurized cylinders or any closed container.
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When using a water table and cutting aluminum under water or
with water touching the underside at the aluminum plate,
hydrogen gas is produced. This hydrogen gas may collect under
the plate and explode during the cutting process. Make sure the
water table is properly aerated to help prevent the accumulation
of hydrogen gas.
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Handle all gas cylinders in accordance with safety standards
published by the U.S. Compressed Gas Association (CGA),
American Welding Society (AWS), Canadian Standards
Association (CSA), or other local or national codes.
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Compressed gas cylinders should be maintained properly. Never
attempt to use a cylinder that is leaking, cracked, or has other
signs of physical damage.
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All gas cylinders should be secured to a wall or rack to prevent
accidental knock over.
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If a compressed gas cylinder is not being used, replace the
protective valve cover.
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Never attempt to repair compressed gas cylinders.
•
Keep compressed gas cylinders away from intense heat, sparks,
or flames.
•
Clear the compressed gas cylinder connection point by opening
the valve momentarily prior to installing a regulator.
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Never lubricate compressed gas cylinder valves or pressure
regulators with any type of oil or grease.
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Never use a compressed gas cylinder or pressure regulator for
any purpose other than which it is intended.
•
Never use a pressure regulator for any gas other than which it is
intended.
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Never use a pressure regulator that is leaking or has other signs
of physical damage.
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Never use any gas hose that is leaking or has other signs of
physical damage.
HEALTH SUPPORT EQUIPMENT
The system creates electric and magnetic fields that
may interfere with certain types of health support
equipment, such as pacemakers. Any person who uses a pacemaker
or similar item should consult a doctor before operating, observing,
maintaining, or servicing the system. Observe the following guidelines
to minimize exposure to these electric and magnetic fields:
•
Stay as far away from the~power supply, torch, and torch leads
as possible.
•
Route the torch leads as close as possible to the work ground
cable.
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Never place your body between the torch leads and work ground
cable. Keep the work ground cable and the torch leads on the
same side of your body.
•
Never stand in the center of a coiled up set of torch leads or work
ground cable.
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