Parkside PPS 40 C3 Operation And Safety Notes Translation Of The Original Instructions page 13

be operated if there are trained
individuals in the immediate
vicinity who can intervene if
necessary. In this case, before
starting to use the plasma cutter,
an expert must carry out an
assessment in order to determine
what steps are necessary, in
order to guarantee safety at
work and which precautionary
measures should be taken during
the actual cutting procedure.
z Total of no-load voltages
When more than one plasma
power source is operated at
the same time, their no-load
voltages may add up and lead to
an increased electrical hazard.
The plasma power sources must
be clearly marked with their
individual control units and
connections, in order to be able
to identify which device belongs
to which circuit.
z Using shoulder straps
The plasma cutter must not be
used if the device is being car-
ried e.g. with a shoulder strap.
This is intended to prevent:
„
The risk of losing your balance
if the lines or hoses which are
connected are pulled.
„
The increased risk of an
electric shock as the operator
comes into contact with the
earth if he/she is using a Class
I plasma cutter, the housing of
which is earthed through its
conductor.
z Protective clothing
„
When working, the operator
must protect his/her whole
body by using appropriate
clothing and face protection
against radiations and burns.
The following steps must be
observed:
– Wear protective clothing
prior to cutting work.
– Wear gloves.
– Open windows to guarantee
air supply.
– Wear protective goggles.
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Gauntlet gloves made of a
suitable material (leather) must
be worn on both hands. They
must be in perfect condition.
„
A suitable apron must be
worn to protect clothing from
flying sparks and burns.
When specific work, e.g.
overhead cutting, is required,
a protective suit must be worn
and, if necessary, even head
protection.
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