Klutch MIG 180SG Owner's Manual page 9

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Warn people in your welding area when you are going to strike an arc so they can protect
themselves.
Fire Hazards
Do not weld on containers or pipes that contain or have had flammable, gaseous, or liquid
combustibles in them. Welding creates sparks and heat that can ignite flammable and
explosive materials.
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Do not operate any electric arc welder in areas where flammable or explosive materials are
present.
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Remove all flammable materials within 35 feet of the welding arc. If removal is not possible,
tightly cover them with fireproof covers.
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Take precautions to ensure that flying sparks do not cause fires or explosions in hidden areas,
cracks, or areas you cannot see.
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Keep a fire extinguisher close in the case of fire.
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Wear garments that are oil-free without pockets or cuffs that will collect sparks.
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Do not have on your person any items that are combustible, like lighters or matches.
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Keep the work lead connected as close to the weld area as possible to prevent any unknown,
unintended paths of electrical current from causing electrical shock and fire hazards.
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To prevent any unintended arcs, cut the wire back to ¼" stick out after welding.
Hot Materials - Welded materials are hot and can cause severe burns if handled improperly.
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Do not touch welded materials with bare hands.
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Do not touch the torch nozzle after welding until it has had time to cool down.
Electromagnetic Field
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Electromagnetic fields can interfere with various electrical and electronic devices such as
pacemakers.
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Consult your doctor before using any electric arc welder or cutting device
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Keep people with pacemakers away from your welding area when welding.
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Do not wrap cables around your body while welding.
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Wrap the MIG gun and ground cables together whenever possible.
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Keep the MIG gun and ground cables on the same side of your body.
Shielding Gas Cylinders Can Explode
High pressure cylinders can explode if damaged, so treat them carefully.
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