Operation Safety - Kemppi WeldForce KPS 3500 MVU Operation Instructions Manual

1.4. OPERATION SAFETy

Please study these Operation safety instructions and respect them when installing, operating and
servicing the machine.
Welding arc and spatters
Welding arc hurts unprotected eyes. Be careful also with reflecting arc flash. Welding arc and
spatter burn unprotected skin. Use safety gloves and protective clothing.
Danger for fire or explosion
Pay attention to fire safety regulations. Remove flammable or explosive materials from welding
place. Always ensure that you have sufficient fire fighting equipment available where you are
welding. Be prepared for hazards in special welding jobs, eg. for the danger of fire or explosion
when welding container type work pieces. Note! Fire can break out from sparks even several hours
after the welding work has been finished!
Mains voltage
Never take welding machine inside a work piece (eg. container or truck). Do not place welding
machine on a wet surface. Always check cables before operating the machine. Change damaged
cables without delay. Damaged cables may cause an injury or set out a fire. Connection cable must
not be crushed, it must not touch sharp edges or hot work pieces.
Welding power circuit
Isolate yourself by using proper protective clothing, do not wear wet clothing. Never work on a
wet surface or use defect cables. Do not put the MIG-gun or welding cables on welding machine
or on other electric equipment. Do not press the MIG-gun switch, if the gun is not directed towards
a work piece.
Welding fumes
Take care that there is sufficient ventilation during welding. Take special safety precautions when
welding metal, which contain lead, cadmium, zinc, mercury or beryllium.
This equipment's electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) is designed for use in an
industrial environment. Class A equipment is not intended for use in residential location
where the electrical power is provided by the public low-voltage supply system.
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