WilTec TIG180 Operation Manual page 6

Protective clothing
During work, the welder's entire body must be protected from radiation and burns by wearing
clothing and facial protection.
Fire hazard due to flying sparks
If melted or glowing metal and slag drops fall on inflammable material, this might inflame and
cause a fire. Therefore, remove any inflammable objects from the work zone before beginning
to weld.
Explosion hazard
Both welding sparks and the high-heated welding spot might cause explosions. Therefore, do
not use the device inside explosive zones with inflammable liquids, gases, and paint mists
present.
Furthermore, note the following:
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Immediately remove the electrode from its holder after finishing welding work to avoid a weld-
ing arc from accidentally forming.
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During operation of the device, do not put the electrode holder on the welding machine or on
any other electric device.
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Before finishing work, do not touch the electrode or another metal objects in contact with the
electrode.
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Immediately disconnect the power supply after finishing welding work.
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Make absolutely sure that no cable wraps around your body.
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Make absolutely sure that you do not stand between the earth terminal and electrode
holder during welding. The electrode holder and earth terminal must always be on the
same side.
Handling shielding gas bottles
Bad handling of shielding gas bottles!
Badly handling shielding gas bottles may lead to severe injuries or even death.
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Obey all instructions given by the manufacturer of the gas and the decree on pressure gas!
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Place the shielding gas bottle in the spot previewed and secure it with fixing elements!
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Avoid any heating up of the shielding gas bottle!
Residual risks
Despite obeying to the intended use, residual risks cannot be fully excluded.
Due to the type and design of the device, the following risks can result:
a) eye injuries by glazing,
b) injuries caused by burns after touching hot parts of the device or piece,
c) risks of accident and fire caused by flying sparks or slag particles when not being sufficiently
protected,
d) harmful emission of vapour and gases with deficiency of air or insufficient extraction inside
closed rooms.
To ensure that you can enjoy your welding machine for a long time, it should regularly be
maintained and cleaned. It is advisable to have the device checked every six months. If used
more often, it should be inspected more often. Completely disconnect the welding machine
from the power supply before performing maintenance works. The machine is largely mainte-
nance-free. However, the following works should be performed:
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