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WELDING/CUTTING can cause fire or explosion
Sparks and spatter fly off from the weld-
ing/cutting arc. The flying sparks and hot
molten metal, weld spatter, hot work
piece and hot equipment can cause fires
and burns.
such as tanks, drums, or pipes, can
cause them to blow up.
Accidental contact of electrode or welding wire to metal
objects can cause sparks, overheating, fire, or explosion.
Check the area is safe before doing any welding.
 Protect yourself and others from flying sparks and hot metal.
 Do not weld where flying sparks can strike flammable material.
 Remove all flammables within 35 ft (10.7 m) of the welding arc. If
this is not possible, tightly cover them with approved covers.
 Be aware that welding sparks and hot materials from welding can
easily go through small cracks and openings to adjacent areas.
 Watch for fire and keep a fire extinguisher nearby.
 Be aware that welding on a ceiling, floor, bulkhead, or partition can
cause fire on the hidden side.
 Do not weld on containers that have held combustibles or on
closed containers such as tanks, drums, or pipes unless they are
properly prepared according to AWS F4.1 and AWS A6.0.
 Do not weld where the atmosphere contains combustible dust,
gas, or liquid vapors (gasoline for example).
 Connect work cable to the work as close to the welding area as
practical to prevent welding amperage from travelling long, possi-
bly unknown paths and causing electric shock and fire hazards.
 Do not use welder to thaw frozen pipes.
 Remove stick electrode from electrode holder or cut off welding
wire at contact tip when not in use.
 Use only correct fuses or circuit breakers. Do not oversize or
bypass them.
 Wear body protection made from durable, flame−resistant material
(leather, heavy cotton, wool). Body protection includes oil-free
clothing such as leather gloves, heavy shirt, cuff less trousers,
leather shoes and a cap.
 Remove any flammables, such as butane lighter or matches, from
your person before doing any welding.
 After completion of work, inspect area to ensure it is free of
sparks, glowing embers and flames.
 Follow requirements in OSHA 1910.252 (a) (2) (iv) and NFPA 51B
for hot work and have a fire watcher and extinguisher nearby.
 Read and understand the Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) and the
manufacturer's instructions for adhesives, coatings, cleaners,
consumables, coolants, degreasers, fluxes and metals.
SHIELDING GAS CYLINDERS can explode
Shielding gas cylinders contain gas under
high pressure. If damaged, a cylinder can
explode. Since gas cylinders are normally
part of the welding process, be sure to
treat them carefully.

Protect compressed gas cylinders from
excessive heat, mechanical shocks and
arcs.
 Install and secure cylinder(s) in an upright position by chaining
cylinder(s) to a stationary support or equipment cylinder rack to
prevent falling or tipping.
 Keep cylinders away from any welding or other electrical circuits.
 Never allow a welding electrode to touch any cylinder.
 Use only correct shielding gas cylinders, regulators, hoses and
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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
fittings designed for the specific application; maintain them and
associated parts in good condition.
 Turn face away from valve outlet when opening cylinder valve.
 Keep protective cap in place over valve except when cylinder is in
use or connected for use.
 Read and follow instructions on compressed gas cylinders, asso-
ciated equipment and CGA publication P-1 listed in Safety Stand-
ards.
MOVING PARTS can cause injury
Moving parts, such as fans, drive gears,
rotating wire spools, rotors and belts can
cut fingers and hands and catch loose
clothing.

Keep all doors, panels, covers and guards
closed and securely in place.
 Switch OFF Power Source before installing or connecting it
 Have only Suitably Trained and Qualified Tradesperson remove
guards or covers for maintenance and troubleshooting as neces-
sary.
 To prevent accidental starting during servicing, disconnect Power
Source from power receptacle outlet or disconnect negative bat-
tery cable from battery.
 Keep hands, hair, loose clothing and tools away from moving
parts.
 When servicing is finished, reinstall panels or guards and close
doors before starting the engine.
WELDING IN RAIN or WATER can cause electric shock
Welding in rain or in water or near water
can increase the risk of electric shock.
 Do not weld when in the rain or leave the
Power Source outdoors while it is raining.

Do not weld when standing in or near water.
 If water enters Power Source, it must be thoroughly dried and
properly tested before being reused.
SPARKS can cause BATTERY GASES TO EXPLODE;
BATTERY ACID can burn eyes & skin
Batteries contain acid and generate explo-
sive gases.
 Always wear a face shield when working on
a battery.

Stop engine before disconnecting or con-
necting battery cables.
 Do not allow tools to cause sparks when working on a battery.
 Do not use welder to charge batteries or jump start vehicles.
 Observe correct polarity (+ and -- - ) on batteries.
ELECTRIC and MAGNETIC FIELDS (EMF) can affect
Implanted Medical Devices
Consult your doctor and the Implanted
Medical Device manufacturer before going
near arc welding, spot welding, gouging or
plasma arc cutting.

Wearers of Pacemakers and other Implant-
ed Medical Devices should keep away.
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