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DANGER!
Potential hazard that will result in serious injury or loss of life.
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Keep children or other personnel away from the work area while welding. Do
not allow children or persons with mental or physical disabilities to handle
the welder.
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Do not use the welder in the presence of flammable liquids or gases. Sparks
that are created during use may ignite gases.
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Always ensure that a fire extinguisher is available in an adequate distance
within the welding environment.
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Have the welder repaired by a qualified technician in accordance with local,
provincial and national codes.
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Do not repair or maintain the welder while the power is on.
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Do not use an ungrounded power source, as it might cause electrical shock
to the user.
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The welding process must conform to ANSI Z49.1; NFPA 51; OSHA 29 CFR,
part 1910, sub part Q; CSA W117.2; American Welding Society standard A6.0.
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Do not expose the welder to rain.
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Always disconnect the power supply when working on internal components.
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Do not touch the PC board without being properly grounded with a wrist
strap. Place the PC board in a static proof bag while shipping.
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Make sure harmful arc rays are shielded from view of other personnel.
Do not operate the welder in humid, wet or poorly ventilated areas.
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Risk of electric shock: Do not touch electrical live parts or metal
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components connected to the welding wire, as doing so may cause fatal
shock and severe burns. Secure the ground lead before welding. Poor ground
connection creates hazardous situation. Wear a dry protective apparel like a
coat, shirt, gloves, and insulated footwear.
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