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Section 3.
Safety
WARNING:
READ AND UNDERSTAND THIS ENTIRE MANUAL BEFORE USE! Keep a printed copy with the
Power Pack and routinely verify if there are any revisions by checking at
www.badgerwelder.com
. This
product is a low-voltage battery pack, however, BE AWARE THAT SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH MAY
RESULT if welding equipment is not properly installed, used, and maintained.
Be Aware of Your Surroundings
WELDING CAN CAUSE FIRES AND EXPLOSIONS. Sparks and weld spatter produced by welding
can ignite fuels, gasses, leaves, brush, or other flammable materials. Carefully check the work
area for any flammable materials nearby. Always keep a FIRE EXTINGUISHER nearby.
Be aware of OTHER PEOPLE around the work area. Make them aware of the dangers of sparks,
weld spatter, fumes, electricity, or looking at the welding arc.
Mobile working conditions can present other hazards that are not covered in these safety
guidelines. Make yourself aware of the inherent risks of welding and carefully review the work
area to determine if there are any risks of damage, personal injury, or death. You are ultimately
responsible for ensuring a safe work area.
Electric Shock Can Cause Death
Before replacing any consumables, turn the Power Switch OFF. If servicing the welder or
changing polarity, turn the Power Switch off AND disconnect the Main Battery Fuse located
under the Spool Mounting Plate.
Never touch the welding tip or ground clamp with bare hands when the power is ON.
Never perform any service with any external power sources connected to the welder.
Do not operate the welder if the Spool Mounting Plate is not securely in place.
Do not use the welder in wet environments. Never immerse any part of the welder or
workpiece in water.
Personal Protective Equipment
Welding processes produce extreme heat and strong ultraviolet rays. Protect your eyes with a
proper welding helmet. Protect your head and all exposed skin from sparks and UV rays to
prevent burns.
Always wear dry welding gloves in good condition.
Avoid Vehicle Damage
If welding on a vehicle, ALWAYS disconnect that vehicle’s POSITIVE and NEGATIVE battery cables
to avoid damage to the vehicle’s electrical systems.
If using vehicle batteries to power the welder, they MUST BE DISCONNECTED AND REMOVED
from the vehicles.
ALWAYS place the welder ground clamp on the same metal component that you are welding on
to ensure that the welder’s electrical path is not going through your vehicle’s electrical wires,
brake lines, fuel lines, or other components.
DO NOT weld on or near a vehicle that is leaking fuel or oil.
DO NOT attempt to jump start a vehicle with this welder.
