Clarke Arc/Tig135, Operating & Maintenance Instructions

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5 ALWAYS keep the free length of gas hose outside the work area.
6 ALWAYS remove all flammable materials from the welding area.
7 NEVER remove any of the panels unless the machine is disconnected from the supply, AND
never use the machine with any of the panels removed.
8 NEVER attempt any electrical or mechanical repair unless your are a qualified technician. If
you have a problem with the machine contact your local CLARKE dealer.
9 NEVER use or store in a wet/damp environment. DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN.
10 The TIG welding process uses an INERT gas to protect the weld pool. It is important to
ensure the appropriate gas is being used. NEVER use gas from a cylinder, the content of
which is unknown.
11 NEVER a. Use a damaged cylinder.
b. Lift the cylinder by the valve.
c. Expose the cylinder to a heat source or sparks.
12 NEVER continue to weld, if, at any time, you feel even the smallest electric shock. Stop
welding IMMEDIATELY, and DO NOT attempt to use the machine until the fault is diagnosed
and corrected.
13 NEVER use the welder with input connections greater than 10M in length.
14 NEVER point the TIG torch at any person or animal.
15 NEVER touch the TIG torch nozzle until the welder is switched OFF and the nozzle has
been allowed to cool off.
16 NEVER connect, disconnect, or attempt to service the TIG torch, until the machine is
switched OFF and disconnected from the mains supply.
17 NEVER allow the cables to become wrapped around the operator or any person in the
vicinity.
Additional Precautionary Measures
IMPORTANT:
The TIG machine generates both airborne and line interference due to the high
frequencies involved. It is important not to locate electronic or electrically sensitive
equipment in the vicinity of the welder or alternatively, do not locate the welder in
vicinity of electronic or electrically sensitive equipment.