ESAB RobustFeed AVS, Instruction Manual

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1 SAFETY
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1 SAFETY
1.1 Meaning of symbols
As used throughout this manual: Means Attention! Be Alert!
DANGER!
Means immediate hazards which, if not avoided, will result in immediate, serious
personal injury or loss of life.
WARNING!
Means potential hazards which could result in personal injury or loss of life.
CAUTION!
Means hazards which could result in minor personal injury.
WARNING!
Before use, read and understand the instruction manual and follow
all labels, employer's safety practices and Safety Data Sheets
(SDSs).
1.2 Safety precautions
WARNING!
These Safety Precautions are for your protection. They summarise precautionary information
from the references listed in Additional Safety Information section. Before performing any
installation or operating procedures, be sure to read and follow the safety precautions listed
below as well as all other manuals, material safety data sheets, labels, etc. Failure to observe
Safety Precautions can result in injury or death.
PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS
Some welding, cutting and gouging processes are noisy and require hearing
protection. The arc, like the sun, emits ultraviolet (UV) and other radiation
and can injure the skin and eyes. Hot metal can cause burns. Training in the
proper use of the processes and equipment is essential to prevent accidents.
Therefore:
1 Wear a welding helmet fitted with a proper shade of filter to protect your face and
eyes when welding or watching.
2 Always wear safety glasses with side shields in any work area, even if welding
helmets, face shields and goggles are also required.
3 Use a face shield fitted with the correct filter and cover plates to protect your eyes,
face, neck and ears from sparks and rays of the arc when operating or observing
operations. Warn bystanders not to look at the arc and not to expose themselves to
the rays of the electric-arc or hot metal.
4 Wear flameproof gauntlet-type gloves, heavy long-sleeve shirt, cuffless pants,
high-topped shoes, and a welding helmet or cap for protection, to protect against arc
rays and hot sparks or hot metal. A flameproof apron may also be desirable as
protection against radiated heat and sparks.
5 Hot sparks or metal can lodge in rolled up sleeves, trouser cuffs, or pockets. Sleeves
and collars should be kept buttoned and open pockets eliminated from the front of the
clothing.
6 Protect other personnel from arc rays and hot sparks with a suitable non-flammable
partition or curtains.