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Esab Welding Equipment AB, S-695 81 Laxå, Sweden, gives its unreserved guarantee
that welding power source Caddy TIG HF having serial number 217 complies with stan-
dard EN 60974-1, in accordance with the requirements of directive 73/23/ EEA and
addendum 93/68/ EEA and standard EN 50199 in accordance with the requirements of
directive 89/336/ EEA and addendum 93/68/ EEA.
Laxå 97-09-10
Henry Selenius
Managing Director
Esab Weldin Equipment AB
695 81 LAXÅ
SWEDEN
Tel: + 46 584 81000 Fax: + 46 584 12336
Users of ESAB welding equipment have the ultimate responsibility for ensuring that anyone who works on
or near the equipment observes all the relevant safety precautions. Safety precautions must meet the
requirements that apply to this type of welding equipment. The following recommendations should be
observed in addition to the standard regulations that apply to the workplace.
All work must be carried out by trained personnel well-acquainted with the operation of the welding equip-
ment. Incorrect operation of the equipment may lead to hazardous situations which can result in injury to
the operator and damage to the equipment.
1. Anyone who uses the welding equipment must be familiar with:
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its operation
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location of emergency stops
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its function
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relevant safety precautions
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welding
2. The operator must ensure that:
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no unauthorised person is stationed within the working area of the equipment when it is started up.
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no-one is unprotected when the arc is struck
3. The workplace must:
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be suitable for the purpose
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be free from draughts
4. Personal safety equipment
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Always wear recommended personal safety equipment, such as safety glasses, flame-proof
clothing, safety gloves.
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Do not wear loose-fitting items, such as scarves, bracelets, rings, etc., which could become
trapped or cause burns.
5. General precautions
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Make sure the return cable is connected securely.
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