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9. WELDING PREPARATION
9.1 Preparing the Protective Equipment
CAUTION
Check the followings before welding.
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The whole doors and covers of the welding machine are surely closed and fixed.
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The welding cable is placed as closely on the floor or ground as possible.
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Place a base metal cable and an electrode cable as closely as possible.
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Proper flow rate of shield gas is supplied. Improper flow rate may lead to bad arc start and
unnecessary high frequency.
CAUTION
Use the protective equipment to protect you and other workers from arc rays,
spattering dross, and noise from welding operation.
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When performing or monitoring welding operation, wear an eye protector with a good light
blocking effect or face shield.
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Wear protective glasses to protect your eyes from the spattering dross.
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Wear protective equipment such as protective gloves, long-sleeve clothes, leg covers, and
leather apron.
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Install protective screens or barriers to protect the eyes of others in the work area from arc
ray.
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Wear an ear protector when noise level is high.
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