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20. Use proper size and type extension cord. lf an extension cord is required, it must be of
the proper size and type to supply the correct current to the tool without heating up.
Otherwise, the extension cord could melt and catch fire, or cause electrical damage to
t h e t o o l. T h i s t o o l re q u ire s u se of a n e xte nsion cord of 20 amps m inim um capabil ity (up
to 30 feet), with wire size rated at 10 AWG. Longer extension cords requrre larger size
wire. lf you are using the tool outdoors, use an extension cord rated for outdoor use.
(signified by "WA" on the jacket).
Note: Performance of this tool may vary depending on variations in local line t,oltaEe. Exten-
sion cord usage may also affect tool performance.
Warn i n g: Th e w a r n in g s, ca u ti on s, a nd in str u ctio ns discussed in this inst ruction manual
can n o t co v e r a l l p o ssi b le co n d i ti on s a nd situa t ions t hat m ay occui'. lt m ust be under -
s to od b y t h e o p e ra tor th a t commo n se n se a n d caution ar e factor s w hich cannot be
built into this product, but must be supplied by the operator.
Arc Welding Safety Warnings and Precautions
Warning:This product, when used for welding and sirnilar applications. produces chemi-
cals known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects (or other repro-
ductive harm). California Health & Safety Code 25249.5, et seq.
1 .
A vo i d e l e ctr i ca l sh ock. D o n o t p er m it ele ctricaliy live par ts, cables. or electr odes to
c o n t a ct s ki n , cl oth i n g , or ql o ves . P ro te ctive ciot hing shorr ic be ni, ile- fr ee.
dr y. and AN SI
approveo.
T h i s u n i t d ra ws e n o ug h cu rre n t to ca use sen o us iniury or deat h Bef ore t urning t he w elder
o n , c he c k t h e e le ctro d e h o ld e r to b e su r e tha t there are no pr otr udr ng scr ew heads, and
t h a t a l l i n su l a ti o n i s se cu re. D o n o t we id un le ss vou ar e r nsulated f rom qr crr nd and the
work piece.
2 .
A vo i d b r e a t h in g fu mes o r ga s e s. Th e y ca n cause serious healt h 1- lr obienrs
LJ s e an
active v€ntilation system directly above the welding area. Keep your head out of the
fumes.
Inhalation F{aearsf;
Welding Produces TOXIC FUMES and G,ASSES.
E x p o s u r e t o w e l d i n g g a s $ e s c a n i n c r e a s e t h e r i s k t . r f ' : e v e l o p i n g
c e r t a i n c a n c e r s , s u c n a s c a n c e r o f t h e i a r y n x a n d l t i n g c a n c e i ' . A i s o ,
some diseases thai may be linked to er;rosure to welding gasses or
fumes are:
. Early onset of Parkinson's Disease
. Damage to the reproductive orgarls
. lnflanrmation of the small intestine or storriach . Kidney darnage
. Respiratory diseases such as enrphyserna, bronchrtis or p;reunroni:
Safety precautions, such as using natural or forced air ventilation and
wearing an ANSI approved respirator, are ES$ENTiAL to reduce the
risk of developing the above illrresses.
. Heart Disease
. rJlcers
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