HBS CA 08 Operating Manual page 8

1 Important Safety Precautions
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Danger from glowing metal spatter (fire hazard)
Glowing hot weld spatter and liquid splashes, flashes of light and a
loud bang > 90 dB (A) must be anticipated during stud welding.
‹ Inform colleagues working in the immediate vicinity accordingly
before starting work.
‹ Ensure that an approved fire extinguisher is available at the work-
place.
‹ Do not weld when wearing working clothes soiled with flammable
substances such as oil, grease, petroleum, etc.
‹ Wear your proper protective clothing, such as:
– Protective gloves in accordance with the relevant standard,
– Non-flammable clothing,
– A protective apron over your clothing,
– Full-ear hearing protection in accordance with the relevant stan-
dard,
– A safety helmet when welding above your head,
– Safety shoes,
– Safety goggles with sight glass of protection level 2 in compli-
ance with the applicable standards and do not look directly into
the electric arc.
‹ Remove all flammable materials and liquids from the vicinity of the
work area before starting welding.
‹ Weld at a safe distance from flammable materials or liquids.
Select a safety distance large enough to ensure that no danger can
arise from weld spatter.
Protection of the stud welding unit
‹ Protect the stud welding machine against the ingress of foreign
matter and liquids caused by cutting or grinding work in the vicinity
of your work area.
This will help to prolong the service life of your stud welding machine.
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