Cnc Plasma Cutting Glossary Of Terms - Eastwood VERSA-CUT Assembly And Operating Instructions Manual

• Fumes, vapors and gases released during plasma cutting are hazardous. Do not breathe fumes that are produced by the plasma cutting
operation. Make sure work space ventilation is adequate.
• Use an OSHA approved respirator when plasma cutting.
• Use extreme caution when plasma cutting coated materials including but not limited to: cadmium plated, galvanized, lead based paints,
powder coat.
• DO NOT touch workpiece or Waterbed while operating. Only the control panel may be accessed during operation.
• Improper use of a Plasma Cutter can cause electric shock, injury and death!
• Disconnect Plasma Cutter from power supply before assembly, disassembly or maintenance of the torch and when installing nozzles
and electrodes.
• The electrode, workpiece and Waterbed (or ground) circuits are electrically "hot" when the Plasma Cutter is on. Do not allow these
"hot" parts to come in contact with bare skin or wet clothing.
• Be sure that the workpiece is properly supported and grounded prior to beginning a plasma cutting operation.
• The Eastwood Versa-Cut 4' X 4' CNC Plasma Table is a heavy assembly weighing 330 lbs. [150kg] and has several large, heavy compo-
nents which can cause serious injuries if allowed to drop.
• Obtaining the assistance of a capable helper during assembly is strongly recommended.
• Avoid pinching hands while handling parts and during assembly. The use of thick, well-fitting work gloves is strongly recommended.
• The wearing of approved safety shoes is strongly recommended when uncrating, assembling, and operating the Plasma Table.
• Wear protective work gloves when handling metal. It may be sharp and, when cut, will be extremely hot. Allow sufficient time for cooling
before handling.
• Plasma cutting torch and ground leads, and the Plasma Table cables pose a tripping hazard. Secure cables with cable ties where pos-
sible, exercise caution when moving around the table, and always make sure you are sure-footed.
• Use on a flat, level, and sturdy surface only. The Plasma Table fully loaded can exceed 780 lbs. [354kg]. DO NOT use on sloped sur-
faces.
• DO NOT lift from the table gantry or gantry mounts. Doing so will result in damage to the table gantry.
• Dispose of Plasma Table fluid and waste only in accordance with your local laws and regulations.
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INHALATION HAZARD!
ELECTRICAL SHOCK HAZARD!
PINCH AND CRUSH HAZARD!
INJURY HAZARD!
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