Section 1 − Safety Precautions - Read Before Using; Symbol Usage; Oxy-Fuel Welding, Cutting, Brazing, Heating Hazards - Smith Little Torch Owner's Manual

SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS -
Protect yourself and others from injury — read, follow, and
save these important safety precautions and operating in-
structions.

1-1. Symbol Usage

DANGER! − Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not
avoided, will result in death or serious injury. The possible
hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols or explained
in the text.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided,
could result in death or serious injury. The possible haz-
ards are shown in the adjoining symbols or explained in
the text.
NOTICE − Indicates statements not related to personal injury.
.
Indicates special instructions.
symbols and related instructions below for necessary actions to avoid
the hazards.
1-2. Welding, Cutting, Brazing, Heating Hazards
The symbols shown below are used throughout this manual
to call attention to and identify possible hazards. When you
see the symbol, watch out, and follow the related instructions
to avoid the hazard. The safety information given below is
only a summary of the more complete safety information
found in the Safety Standards listed in Section 1-4. Read and
follow all Safety Standards.
Only qualified persons should install, operate, maintain, and
repair this equipment.
During operation, keep everybody, especially children, away.
Do not use this equipment unless you are trained in its proper
use or are under competent supervision. Follow the proced-
ures described in this booklet every time you use the equip-
ment. Failure to follow these instructions may cause fire, ex-
plosion, asphyxiation, property damage, or personal injury.
This equipment must be used in accordance with all Federal,
State, and local regulations as well as DOT (Department of
Transportation) and CGA (Compressed Gas Association) reg-
ulations. Contact your gas supplier for more information on
the proper use of compressed gases.
.
In this document, the phrase "welding and cutting" also refers to oth-
er oxy-fuel operations like brazing and heating.
READ BEFORE USING
This group of symbols means
Warning! Watch Out! ELECTRIC
SHOCK, MOVING PARTS, and
HOT PARTS hazards. Consult
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