Introduction; Safety Profile; Safety Information; Safety Symbols - Firepower FP-100 Instruction Manual

INTRODUCTION

This User's Guide provides specific information about your Firepower Welding System. This guide provides
pertinent information needed to safely and effectively use your Firepower Welding System. The information in
this manual applies to specific Firepower Welding System models. It gives instructions on set-up, installation
and actual use of your Firepower Welding System.

SAFETY PROFILE

Tradesmen respect the tools and equipment with which they work. They are also aware that tools and equip-
ment are dangerous if used improperly or abused.
Read this guide prior to using your welding system. It enables you to do a better and safer job. You will also
learn the machine's application, limitations and the specific potential hazards related to welding.

SAFETY INFORMATION

The following safety information is provided to you as a guideline. Use it to operate your new Firepower
Welding System under the safest possible conditions. Any equipment that uses electrical power is potentially
dangerous to use when the safety or safe handling instructions are not known and/or are not followed. This
safety information gives you the necessary information for safe use and operation.
Items in this manual that significantly affect safety are identified with the following headings. Please read and
understand this manual. Pay special attention to items identified with these headings.
- Means there is a possibility of injury or death to yourself or others if the proper
safety precautions are not followed.
- Means there is the possibility of damage to the Firepower Welding System or
other property.
- Indicates points of interest for more efficient and convenient installation or opera-
tion. It may be used before or after a procedure to highlight or better explain the step.
READ ALL SAFETY AND WARNING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY before attempting to install, oper-
ate or service this welding unit. Your failure to comply with the instructions could result in personal injury
and/or property damage.

SAFETY SYMBOLS

Familiarize yourself with the warning symbols listed on the following pages. These symbols identify important
safety messages in this manual. When you see one of these symbols, be alert to the possibility of personal
injury and carefully read the message that follows.
Indicates that the possibility of electric shock hazard exists during the operation of the step(s) that
follow.
Indicates that the possibility of fire hazard exists during the operation of the step(s) that follow.
RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR FUTURE REFERENCE.