Arc Rays Can Burn Eyes And Skin - Hypertherm ArcGlide Torch Height Control Instruction Manual

SAfetY

ARC RAYS CAN bURN eYeS AND SKIN

eye protection Plasma arc rays produce intense visible and invisible (ultraviolet and infrared) rays that can burn eyes and skin.
• U se eye protection in accordance with applicable national and local codes.
• W ear eye protection (safety glasses or goggles with side shields, and a welding helmet) with appropriate lens shading to protect your eyes
from the arc's ultraviolet and infrared rays.
Skin protection Wear protective clothing to protect against burns caused by ultraviolet light, sparks, and hot metal.
• G auntlet gloves, safety shoes and hat.
• F lame-retardant clothing to cover all exposed areas.
• C uff less trousers to prevent entry of sparks and slag.
• R emove any combustibles, such as a butane lighter or matches, from your pockets before cutting.
Cutting area Prepare the cutting area to reduce reflection and transmission of ultraviolet light:
• P aint walls and other surfaces with dark colors to reduce reflection.
• U se protective screens or barriers to protect others from flash and glare.
• W arn others not to watch the arc. Use placards or signs.
Arc current
(amps)
Less than 40 A
41 to 60 A
61 to 80 A
81 to 125 A
126 to 150 A
151 to 175 A
176 to 250 A
251 to 300 A
301 to 400 A
401 to 800 A
PACeMAKeR AND HeARING AID oPeRAtIoN
Pacemaker and hearing aid operation can be affected by magnetic
fields from high currents.
Pacemaker and hearing aid wearers should consult a doctor before
going near any plasma arc cutting and gouging operations.
To reduce magnetic field hazards:
• K eep both the work cable and the torch lead to one side, away from
your body.
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Minimum protective Suggested shade
shade number number for comfort
(ANSI Z49.1:2005) (ANSI Z49.1:2005)
5
6
8
8
8
8
8
8
9
10
oSHA 29CfR
1910.133(a)(5)
5 8
6 8
8 8
9 8
9 8
9 8
9 8
9 8
12 9
14 10
• R oute the torch leads as close as possible to the work cable.
• D o not wrap or drape the torch lead or work cable around your
body.
• K eep as far away from the power supply as possible.
Hypertherm Safety and Compliance
europe
eN 169:2002
9
9
9
9
10
11
12
13
13
N/A