Airborne Noise Emissions; Electromagnetic Compatibility (Emc) - Lincoln Electric FineLine 170HD Operator's Manual

BK8053-000111 Rev D

2.12 Airborne Noise Emissions

The System generates high noise levels while cutting. Depending on the size of the
cutting area, distance from the cutting torch, and arc current cutting level, acceptable
noise levels may be exceeded. Proper ear protection should be used as defined by
local or national codes.
The following chart gives the noise levels generated by the System when operating
at 170 amps, 180 arc volts. The measurements were made with a sound level meter.
Distance From Torch
1 meter horizontal,
1.6 meters above the floor
8 cm horizontal,
level with plate

2.13 Electromagnetic Compatibility (EMC)

CE marked FineLine 170HD Systems are manufactured to comply with the
European standard EN 60974-10 (Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) – Product
standard for arc welding equipment). Information about the EMC standard EN
60974-10 can be found in Appendix A.
This information is subject to the controls of the Export Administration Regulations [EAR]. This information shall not be provided to
non-U.S. persons or transferred by any means to any location outside the United States contrary to the requirements of the EAR.
A-Weighted Sound
Pressure Level
111 dB
130 dB
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FineLine 170HD Plasma System
C-Weighted Sound
Pressure Level
108 dB
127 dB