Safety Precautions - Read Before Using; Symbol Usage; Arc Welding Hazards - AWT MIG-200 Operator's Manual

2.SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING

Protect yourself and others from injury — read, follow, and save these important
safety precautions and operating instructions.

2.1 Symbol Usage

DANGER! Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death
or serious injury. The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols or
explained in the text.
Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or
serious injury. The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols or
explained in the text.
NOTICE − Indicates statements not related to personal injury.

2.2 Arc Welding Hazards

Welding can be dangerous to you and other persons in the work area. Read and
understand this instruction manual before using your AWT welding machine. Injury
or death can occur if safe welding practices are not followed.The symbols shown
below are used throughout this manual to call attention to and identify possible
hazards. When you see the symbol, watch out, and follow the related instructions to
avoid the hazard.
Safety information is set forth below and throughout this manual.
The following explanations are displayed in this manual, on the labeling, and on all
other information provided with this product.
ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL
The electrode and work (or ground) circuits are electrically "hot" when the welder
is on. Do not touch these "hot" parts with your bare skin or wet clothing.
Always wear dry, protective clothing and leather welding gloves and insulated
footwear. Use suitable clothing made from durable flame-resistant material to protect
your skin.
Always operate the Welder in a clean, dry, well ventilated area. Do not operate the
Welder in humid, wet, rainy or poorly ventilated areas.
Do not touch live electrical parts.
Disconnect Welder from power supply before assembly, disassembly or mainte-
nance of the torch, contact tip and when installing or removing nozzles.
Frequently inspect input power cord and ground conductor for damage or bare
wiring – replace immediately if damaged – bare wiring can kill.
Be sure that the work piece is properly supported and grounded prior to beginning
an electric welding operation.
Always attach the Ground Clamp to the piece to be welded and as close to the
weld area as possible. This will give the least resistance and best weld.
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