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1 SAFETY
1.
Anyone who uses the equipment must be familiar with:
○ its operation
○ the location of emergency stops
○ its function
○ the relevant safety precautions
○ welding and cutting or other applicable operation of the equipment
2.
The operator must ensure that:
○ no unauthorized person is within the working area of the equipment when it is
started up
○ no-one is unprotected when the arc is struck or work is started with the
equipment
3.
The workplace must:
○ be suitable for the purpose
○ be free from drafts
4.
Personal safety equipment:
○ Always wear recommended personal safety equipment, such as safety glasses,
flame-proof clothing, safety gloves
○ Do not wear loose-fitting items, such as scarves, bracelets, rings, etc., which
could become trapped or cause burns
5.
General precautions:
○ Make sure the return cable is connected securely
○ Work on high voltage equipment may only be carried out by a qualified
electrician
○ Appropriate fire extinguishing equipment must be clearly marked and close at
hand
○ Lubrication and maintenance must not be carried out on the equipment during
operation
WARNING!
Arc welding and cutting may cause injury to yourself and others. Take precautions
when welding and cutting.
ELECTRIC SHOCK - Can kill
•
Install and ground the unit in accordance with instruction manual.
•
Do not touch live electrical parts or electrodes with bare skin, wet gloves,
or wet clothing.
•
Insulate yourself from work and ground.
•
Ensure your working position is safe
ELECTRIC AND MAGNETIC FIELDS - Pose health risks
•
Welders with pacemakers fitted should consult their doctor before welding.
EMF may interfere with some pacemakers.
•
Exposure to EMF may have other health effects which are unknown.
•
Welders should use the following procedures to minimize exposure to
EMF:
○ Route the electrode and work cables together on the same side of
your body. Secure them with tape when possible. Do not place your
body between the torch and work cables. Never coil the torch or work
cable around your body. Keep the welding power source and cables
as far away from your body as possible.
○ Connect the work cable to the workpiece as close as possible to the
area being welded.
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