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ELECTRIC SHOCK HAZARD!
• Improper use of an electric welder can cause electric shock, injury and
death! Read all precautions described in the Welder Manual to reduce
the possibility of electric shock.
• Disconnect welder from power supply before assembly, disassembly or
maintenance of the torch, contact tip and when installing or removing
the Stud Welding Nozzle.
• Always wear dry, protective clothing and leather welding gloves and
insulated footwear. Use suitable clothing made from durable fl ame-resistant
material to protect your skin.
• If other persons or pets are in the area of welding, use welding screens to
protect bystanders from sparks.
• Always operate the welder in a clean, dry, well ventilated area.
Do not operate the welder in humid, wet, rainy or poorly ventilated areas.
• The electrode and work (or ground) circuits are electrically “hot” when the
welder is on. Do not allow these “hot” parts to come in contact with your
bare skin or wet clothing.
• Separate yourself from the welding circuit by using insulating mats to
prevent contact from the work surface.
• Be sure that the work piece is properly supported and grounded prior to
beginning an electric welding operation.
• Always attach the ground clamp to the piece to be welded and as close to
the weld area as possible. This will give the least resistance and best weld.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD!
• Electric welding produces sparks which can be discharged considerable
distances at high velocity igniting fl ammable or exploding vapors
and materials.
• Do not operate electric arc welder in areas where fl ammable or explosive
vapors are present.
• Do not use near combustible surfaces. Remove all fl ammable items
within 35 feet of the welding area.
• Always keep a fi re extinguisher nearby while welding.
• Use welding blankets to protect painted and or fl ammable surfaces;
rubber weather-stripping, dash boards, engines, etc.
• Ensure power supply has properly rated wiring to handle power usage.
SAFETY INFORMATION
