EN - 6
2 Safety
ABIPLAS
®
CUT 200 W/MT
2.5 Product safety
• The product has been developed and manufactured in accordance with
state-of-the-art technology and the recognised safety standards and
regulations. These operating instructions warn you against unavoidable
residual risks to users, third parties, devices or other material property.
Disregarding these warnings may result in risks to human life and health,
environmental damage or material damage.
• The product may only be operated in an unmodified, technically perfect
condition, within the limits described in these instructions.
• Always observe the limit values specified in the technical data. Overloads
lead to destruction.
• Safety equipment on the device must never be disassembled, bridged or
otherwise bypassed.
• During welding work outdoors, use suitable protection against the weather
conditions.
• Check the electrical device for any damage and for proper functioning in
accordance with its designated use.
• Never expose the electrical device to rain and avoid damp or wet
environments.
• Protect yourself from electrical accidents by using insulating mats and
wearing dry clothing.
• Never use the electrical device in areas subject to a risk of fire or
explosion.
• Arc welding may cause damage to the eyes, skin and hearing. When
working with the device, always wear the prescribed protective equipment.
• Metal vapours, especially from lead, cadmium, copper and beryllium, are
all harmful to health! Ensure sufficient ventilation or extraction. Always
ensure compliance with the legal limit values.
• Rinse workpieces that have been degreased with chlorinated solvents
using clean water to prevent the risk of phosgene gas formation. Do not
place degreasing baths containing chlorine in the vicinity of the welding
area.
• Adhere to the general fire protection regulations and remove flammable
materials from the vicinity of the welding work area prior to starting work.
Keep suitable fire extinguishing equipment at the workplace ready for use.
