Electrical Safety; Personal Safety - Chicago Electric HOBBY ARC WELDER Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual

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sparks which may ignite the dust or fumes.

Keep bystanders, children, and visitors away while operating welding equip-

ment. Distractions can cause you to lose control. Protect others in the work area

from arc rays, sparks, and slag. Provide barriers or shields as needed.

Grounded welding equipment must be plugged into an outlet properly installed

and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances. Never remove

the grounding prong or modify the plug in any way. Do not use any adapter

plugs. Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the

outlet is properly grounded. If the welding equipment should electrically

malfunction or break down, grounding provides a low resistance path to carry

electricity away from the user.

Double insulated tools are equipped with a polarized plug (one blade is

wider than the other). This plug will fit in a polarized outlet only one way. If

the plug does not fit fully in the outlet, reverse the plug. If it still does not

fit, contact a qualified electrician to install a polarized outlet. Do not

change the plug in any way. Double insulation

three wire grounded power cord and grounded power supply system.

Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes, radiators,

ranges, and refrigerators. There is an increased risk of electric shock if your

body is grounded.

Do not expose welding equipment to rain or wet conditions. Water entering

welding equipment will increase the risk of electric shock.

Do not abuse the Power Cord. Never use the Power Cord to carry welding

equipment or pull the Plug from an outlet. Keep the Power Cord away from

heat, oil, sharp edges, or moving parts. Replace damaged Power Cords

immediately. Damaged Power Cords increase the risk of electric shock.

When operating welding equipment outside, use an outdoor extension cord

marked "W-A" or "W". These extension cords are rated for outdoor use, and

reduce the risk of electric shock.

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Stay alert. Watch what you are doing, and use common sense when

operating welding equipment. Do not use welding equipment while tired or

under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication. A moment of inattention

while operating welding equipment may result in serious personal injury.

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