Operation Safety - Chicago Electric 98958 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions

Equipment Setup Safety
1. Make sure you are prepared to begin
work before opening gas supply.
2. To prevent explosion, use reverse-flow
check valves and flashback arrestors
(sold separately) on the base of the Torch.
3. Use with oxygen and acetylene only.
Do not modify this torch or use it for a
purpose for which it is not intended.
4. Set Acetylene Regulator no greater than 15 pSI.
Acetylene is unstable and can
explode if over-pressurized.
Cylinder Safety
1. do not use dented or damaged cylinders.
2. Secure cylinders to a cart, wall, or post to
prevent them from falling.
Use and store cylinders in an upright position only.
3. Use cylinder caps when moving
or storing cylinders.
4. do not store cylinders in
temperatures 120° F or higher.
Equipment Inspection
1. dO NOT USE FLAME TO dETECT LEAKS.
2. INSpECT BEFORE EVERy USE.
Look for the following, and do not
use kit if any damage is noted:
a. Inspect the tapered seating surfaces on the
Nozzles and the Tip Nut. Have a qualified
technician resurface the seat area if it has
dents, burrs, or is burned. A poor seating
surface may result in backfire or flashback.
b. Examine all hoses for cuts, cracks,
burns, worn areas, or other damage.
Do not use if damaged.

Operation Safety

1. Inspect before every use;
see previous warning section.
2. Use only with proper ventilation.
3. do not touch workpiece or tip until cool.
4. Keep hoses away from hot parts, from
weld/cut area, and from flame.
5. Never leave the Torch unattended when
it is attached to a gas supply.
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5. do not use oil, grease or
thread seal tape on any connector.
6. Use clamps (not included) or other practical
ways to secure and support the workpiece
to a stable platform. Holding the work by hand
or against your body is unstable and may lead
to loss of control, fire and/or personal injury.
7. Use only accessories that are recommended
by the manufacturer for your model Torch.
Accessories that may be suitable for one Torch may
become hazardous when used on another Torch.
Only use proper gas hoses.
5. EMpTy CyLINdERS:
dO NOT dROp, STRIKE, pUNCTURE, HEAT OR
SET FIRE TO A CyLINdER, EVEN IF IT IS EMpTy.
Keep empty cylinders in specified areas
and clearly mark "empty." Contact local
solid waste authorities for instructions on correct
disposal or recycling of empty cylinders.
6. KEEp WRENCH ON
ACETyLENE CyLINdER'S VALVE
whenever cylinder is in use to allow
quick shutoff in case of emergency.
c. Check for loose connections
using soapy water solution.
Tighten or repair any leaks found.
d. do not use the Torch Kit if either
gas does not turn off completely
when the Oxygen Torch Valve and
Acetylene Torch Valve are closed. Leakage
of gas from the tip is a substantial safety risk.
If gas cannot be turned off at the Torch Handle,
it is dangerous and must be replaced.
e. Inspect for any other defects or damage.
Do not use any damaged parts.
Tag damaged parts "Do not use" until repaired.
6. Allow sufficient time for the Torch to
completely cool before storing.
7. Any material discharged from the work area
during use will be extremely hot. Use care to
not get burned by slag or other waste products.
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