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materials. If relocation is not possible, protect the combustibles with a cover
made of fire resistant material. Remove or make safe all combustible materials
for a radius of 35 feet (10 meters) around the work area. Use a fire resistant
material to cover or block all open doorways, windows, cracks, and other
openings. Enclose the work area with portable fire resistant screens. Protect
combustible walls, ceilings, floors, etc., from sparks and heat with fire resistant
covers. If working on a metal wall, floor, ceiling, etc., prevent ignition of
combustibles on the other side by moving the combustibles to a safe location. If
relocation of the combustibles is not possible, designate someone to serve as a
fire watch, equipped with a fire extinguisher, during the welding process and at
least one half hour after the welding is completed. Do not place the torch on any
material other than bare concrete until the torch is completely cooled. Do not
weld on materials having a combustible coating or combustible internal structure
such as walls or ceilings, without an approved method for eliminating the hazard.
Do not dispose of hot slag in containers holding combustible materials. Keep a
fire extinguisher nearby, and know how to use it. After welding, make a thorough
examination for evidence of fire. Be aware that easily visible smoke or flame
may not be present for some time after the fire has started. Do not weld in
atmospheres containing dangerously reactive or flammable gasses, vapors,
liquids, and dust. Provide adequate ventilation in work areas to prevent
accumulation of flammable gases, vapors, or dust. Do not apply heat to a
container that has held an unknown substance or a combustible material whose
contents, when heated, can produce flammable or explosive vapors. Clean and
purge containers before applying heat. Vent closed containers, including
castings, before preheating or welding.
11.
Read and understand all instructions and safety precautions as outlined in
the manufacturer's manual for the material you will weld.
12.
Industrial applications must follow OSHA requirements.
13.
Never plug the Power Cord of this product into an electrical outlet while
standing on a wet or damp surface.
14.
Connect the earth ground as near as possible to the operating area. Earth
connections to structural parts of the building or other places distant to the
operating area will reduce their effectiveness and increase the danger of electric
shock.
15.
In addition to grounding the workpiece with the Welder Grounding Clamp,
an earth grounding of the workpiece is recommended. Ground it directly to
an earth pipe or grounding rod with a separate cable of appropriate size.
IMPORTANT: Only a qualified, certified electrician should perform this
procedure.
SKU 55594
For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
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