2
Operating Instructions
GTAW Arc Welding Torch
General Safety
Danger means a
hazard that will
cause death or serious injury if the
warning is ignored.
Warning means a
hazard that could
cause death or serious injury if the
warning is ignored.
Caution means a
hazard that may
cause minor or moderate injury if the
warning is ignored. It also may mean a
hazard that will only cause damage to
property.
Note: Note means any additional
information pertaining to the product
or its proper usage.
Always
keep a
fire extinguisher accessible
while performing arc
welding operations.
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Before starting or servicing any
electric arc welder, read and
understand all instructions. Failure
to follow safety precautions or
instructions can cause equipment
damage and or serious personal
injury or death. For additional
safety information, obtain a copy of
ANSI Standard Z49.1 - Safety in
Welding and Cutting. This
publication may be ordered from
the American Welding Society, 550
NW. LeJune Rd., Miami, FL 33135.
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All installation, maintenance, repair
and operation of this equipment
should be performed by qualified
persons only in accordance with
national, state, and local codes.
Im-
proper
use of electric arc welders
can cause electric shock,
injury, and death! Take all
precautions described in
this manual to reduce the possibility of
electric shock.
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Verify that all components of the
arc welder are clean and in good
condition prior to operating the
welder. Be sure that the insulation
on all cables, electrode holders, and
power cords is not damaged.
!
WARNING
!
WARNING
!
CAUTION
!
WARNING
!
DANGER
Always repair or replace damaged
components before operating the
welder. Always keep welder panels,
shields, etc. in place when operating
the welder.
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Always wear dry protective clothing
and welding gloves, and insulated
footwear.
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Always operate the welder in a
clean, dry, well ventilated area. Do
not operate the welder in humid,
wet, rainy, or poorly ventilated
areas.
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Be sure that the work piece is
properly supported and grounded
prior to beginning any electric arc
welding operation.
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Coiled welding cable should be
spread out before use to avoid
overheating and damage to
insulation.
Never immerse the
electrode or torch
in water. If the welder becomes wet for
any reason, be absolutely certain that
it is completely clean and dry prior to
attempting use!
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Always shut the equipment off and
unplug the power prior to moving
the unit.
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Always attach the ground lead first.
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Verify that the work piece is
securely grounded.
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Always shut off electric arc welding
equipment when not in use and
remove the electrode from the
holder.
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Never allow any part of the body to
touch the electrode and ground or
grounded work piece at the same
time.
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Awkward welding conditions and
positions can be electrically
hazardous. When crouching,
kneeling or at elevations, be sure to
insulate all conductive parts, wear
appropriate protective clothing, and
take precautions to prevent injury
from falls.
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Never attempt to use this
equipment at current settings or
duty cycles higher than those
specified on the equipment labels.
●
Never use an electric arc welder to
thaw frozen pipes.
!
DANGER
Flying
sparks
and hot metal can cause
injury. As welds cool, slag
can be thrown off. Take all precautions
described in this manual to reduce the
possibility of injury from flying sparks
and hot metal.
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Wear ANSI approved face shield or
safety glasses with side shield
protection when chipping or
grinding metal parts.
●
Wear ear plugs when welding
overhead to prevent spatter or slag
from falling into ears.
Electric
arc
welding operations
produce intense light and
heat and ultraviolet (UV) rays. This
intense light and UV rays can cause
injury to eyes and skin. Take all
precautions described in this manual to
reduce the possibility of injury to eyes
and skin.
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All persons operating this
equipment or in the area while
equipment is in use must wear
protective welding gear including:
welding helmet or shield with
proper shade as specified in the
following chart, flame resistant
clothing, leather welding gloves,
and full foot protection.
Current
Filter
e
Up To 160 Amps
10
160 To 250 Amps
12
Never look at arc
welding operations
without eye protection as described
above. Never use a shade filter lens
that is cracked, broken, or rated below
number 10. Warn others in the area not
to look at the arc.
Electric
arc
welding operations cause
sparks and heat metal to
temperatures that can cause
severe burns! Use protective gloves
and clothing when performing any
metal working operation. Take all
precautions described in this manual to
reduce the possibility of skin and
clothing burns.
!
WARNING
!
WARNING
!
WARNING
!
WARNING
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Current
Filter
(Amps)
Shade
