1 SAFETY
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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
Safety precautions
ELECTRIC SHOCK - Can kill
•
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.
FIRE HAZARD
•
Do not use if the power cord is broken or abnormal temperature variation
(not recommended as per manual/factsheet) seen on the oven as it may
can cause fire.
•
Make sure that there are no inflammable materials nearby.
HOT SURFACE - Parts can burn
•
Do not touch parts bare handed.
•
Allow cooling period before handling or working with the equipment.
•
To handle hot parts, use proper tools and/or insulated welding gloves to
prevent burns.
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INTRODUCTION
2.1
Oven use and purpose
The SDE-50 oven model is designed to dry and store stick welding electrodes at a desired
temperature to remove moisture. Desired temperature can be set, based on the recommendation from
the electrode manufacturer to achieve correct drying, ensuring the moisture content and for storage.
This oven should only be used for its recommended setting and usage.
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