Safety; Meaning Of Symbols; General Safety Precautions For Arc Welding - ESAB Ruffian ES 150G EDW Instruction Manual

1 SAFETY

1 SAFETY
1.1

Meaning of symbols

As used throughout this manual: Means Attention! Be Alert!
DANGER!
Means immediate hazards which, if not avoided, will result in immediate,
serious personal injury or loss of life.
WARNING!
Means potential hazards which could result in personal injury or loss of life.
CAUTION!
Means hazards which could result in minor personal injury.
WARNING!
Before use, read and understand the instruction manual
and follow all labels, employer´s safety practices and
Safety Data Sheets (SDSs).
1.2

General safety precautions for arc welding

WARNING!
These Safety Precautions are for your protection. They summarize precautionary
information from the references listed in Additional Safety Information section. Before
performing any installation or operating procedures, be sure to read and follow the
safety precautions listed below as well as all other manuals, material safety data
sheets, labels, etc. Failure to observe Safety Precautions can result in injury or death.
PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS
Some welding, cutting and gouging processes are noisy and require hearing
protection. The arc, like the sun, emits ultraviolet (UV) and other radiation and
can injure the skin and eyes. Hot metal can cause burns. Training in the
proper use of the processes and equipment is essential to prevent accidents.
Therefore:
1. Wear a welding helmet fitted with a proper shade of filter to protect your face and eyes
when welding or watching.
2. Always wear safety glasses with side shields in any work area, even if welding helmets,
face shields and goggles are also required.
3. Use a face shield fitted with the correct filter and cover plates to protect your eyes, face,
neck and ears from sparks and rays of the arc when operating or observing operations.
Warn bystanders not to look at the arc and not to expose themselves to the rays of the
electric-arc or hot metal.
4. Wear flameproof gauntlet-type gloves, heavy long-sleeve shirt, cuffless pants, high-topped
shoes, and a welding helmet or cap for protection, to protect against arc rays and hot
sparks or hot metal. A flameproof apron may also be desirable as protection against
radiated heat and sparks.
5. Hot sparks or metal can lodge in rolled up sleeves, trouser cuffs, or pockets. Sleeves and
collars should be kept buttoned and open pockets eliminated from the front of the clothing.
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