Matco Tools M148 Operator's Manual page 5

SAFETY
to be used, including the material safety data sheet and follow your employer's safety practices.
ARC RAYS CAN BURN.
 Use a shield with the proper filter and cover plates to protect your eyes from sparks and the
rays of the arc when welding or observing open arc welding.
 Use suitable clothing made from durable flame-resistant material to protect your skin and that
of your helpers from the arc rays.
 Protect other nearby personnel with suitable, non-flammable screening and /or warn them not
to watch the arc nor expose themselves to the arc rays or to hot spatter or metal.
SELF-PROTECTION

Keep all equipment safety guards, covers and devices in position and in good repair. Keep
hands, hair, clothing and tools away from V-belts, gears, fans and all other moving parts when
starting, operating or repairing equipment.
 Do not put your hands near the engine fan. Do not attempt to override the governor or idler by
pushing on the throttle control rods while the engine is running.
DO NOT
adds the fuel near an open flame welding arc or when the engine
is running. Stop the engine and allow it to cool before refueling to prevent spilled fuel from
vaporizing on contact with hot engine parts and igniting. Do not spill fuel when filling tank. If fuel
is spilled, wipe it up and do not start engine until fumes have been eliminated.
WELDING SPARKS can cause fire or explosion.
 Remove fire hazards from the welding area. If this is not possible, cover them to prevent the
welding sparks from starting a fire. Remember that welding sparks and hot materials from
welding can easily go through small cracks and openings to adjacent areas. Avoid welding near
hydraulic lines. Have a fire extinguisher readily available.
 Where compressed gases are to be used at the job site, special precautions should be used to
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