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should be checked initially and periodically thereafter to maintain applicable OSHA PEL and
ACGIH TVL limits.
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In a poorly ventilated area, it is necessary to wear an approved air-supplied respirator.
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Always read and understand the Safety Data Sheets (SDSs) and the manufacturer
’
s
instructions for adhesives, coatings, cleaners, consumables, coolants, degreasers, fluxes, and
metals.
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Always have a trained watchperson nearby. Welding and cutting fumes and gases can
displace air and lower the oxygen level causing injury or death. Be sure the breathing air is
safe.
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Do not weld or cut in locations near degreasing, cleaning, or spraying operations. The heat
and rays of the arc can react with vapors to form highly toxic and irritating gases.
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Do not weld or cut on coated metals, such as galvanized, lead, or cadmium plated steel,
unless the coating is removed from the weld area, the area is well ventilated, and while
wearing an air-supplied respirator. The coatings and any metals containing these elements
can give off toxic fumes if welded.
ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL
WARNING ‐ ELECTRICAL SHOCK CAN KILL. DO NOT TOUCH LIVE
ELECTRICAL PARTS AND/OR USE IN DAMP LOCATIONS.
The electrode and work (ground) circuit are electrically
“
HOT
”
whenever the
welding equipment is on. Do not touch these electrically live parts with your
bare skin or wet/damp clothing. Wear dry, hole-free gloves. Incorrectly
installed or improperly grounded equipment is a hazard.
Insulate yourself from work and ground using dry insulating mats or covers big enough to
prevent any physical contact with the work or ground.
Additional safety precautions are required when any of the following electrically hazardous
conditions are present: in damp locations or while wearing wet clothing; on metal structures
such as floors, gratings, or scaffolds; when in cramped positions such as sitting, kneeling, or
lying; or when there is a high risk of unavoidable or accidental contact with the workpiece or
ground. For these conditions, use the following equipment in order presented: 1) a semi-
automatic DC constant voltage, 2) a DC manual (stick) welder or 3) an AC welder with
reduced open-circuit voltage. In most situations, use of a DC constant voltage wire welder is
recommended and do not work alone!
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Disconnect input power or stop engine before installing or servicing this equipment.
Lockout/tag out input power according to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 (see Safety Standards).
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Properly install ground and operate this equipment according to its Owner
’
s Manual and
national, state/provincial, and local codes.
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Always verify the suppl ground. Make sure that input power cord ground wire is properly
connected to ground terminal in disconnect box or that cord plug is connected to a properly
grounded receptacle outlet.
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Keep cords dry, free of oil and grease and protected from hot metal and sparks.

Frequently inspect input power cord for damage or bare wiring. Replace cord immediately
if damaged. Bare wiring can kill.
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Turn off all equipment when not in use.