Clarke weld MIG 100EN, Operating & Maintenance Instructions

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ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS for MIG WELDING
• ALWAYS ensure that there is full free air circulating around the outer casing of
the machine, and that the louvres are unobstructed.
• Welding arc can seriously damage your eyes. Both operator and spectators
must
ALWAYS use a proper welding face shield or helmet, with suitable filter
lenses. Proper gloves and working clothes should be worn at all times.
• ALWAYS inspect the hose before use to ensure it is in good condition.
• ALWAYS keep the free length of gas hose outside the work area.
• ALWAYS remove all flammable materials from the welding area.
• ALWAYS Keep fire extinguisher handy....’ Dry Powder, C0
2
or BCF, NOT Water
• 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.
• 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.
• NEVER use or store in a wet/damp environment. DO NOT EXPOSE TO RAIN.
• 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.
• NEVER point the MIG torch at any person or animal.
• NEVER touch the MIG torch nozzle until the welder is switched OFF and the
nozzle has been allowed to cool off.
• NEVER connect, disconnect, or attempt to service the MIG torch, until the
machine is switched OFF and disconnected from the mains supply.
• NEVER allow the cables to become wrapped around the operator or
any person in the vicinity.
If you convert your welder to operate with gas, observe the following precautions
• NEVER expose the gas cylinder to high temperatures
• NEVER strike an arc near the gas cylinder