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Danger from Fly-
ing Sparks
Flying sparks can cause fires and explosions.
Never undertake welding near flammable materials.
Flammable materials must be kept at least 11 meters (36 ft. 1.07 in.) from the arc or pro-
tected with a certified cover.
Keep suitable, tested fire extinguishers on hand.
Sparks and pieces of hot metal may also get into surrounding areas through small cracks
and openings. Take appropriate measures to ensure that there is no risk of injury or fire.
Do not undertake welding in areas at risk of fire and explosion, or on sealed tanks, drums,
or pipes if these have not been prepared in accordance with corresponding national and
international standards.
Do not undertake welding on containers in which gases, fuels, mineral oils, and the like are/
were stored. Residues pose a risk of explosion.
Risks from Grid
Current and
Welding Current
An electric shock is life-threatening and may be deadly.
Do not touch voltage-carrying parts inside or outside of the device.
During MIG/MAG welding and TIG welding, the welding wire, the wirespool, the feed roll-
ers, as well as all pieces of metal that are in contact with the welding wire, are live.
Always place the wirefeeder on a sufficiently insulated base or use a suitable insulating
wirefeeder holder.
Ensure suitable personal protection with dry temporary backing or cover with sufficient in-
sulation against the ground potential. The temporary backing or cover must completely
cover the entire area between the body and the ground potential.
All cables and leads must be secured, undamaged, insulated, and adequately dimen-
sioned. Replace loose connections and scorched, damaged, or inadequately dimensioned
cables and leads immediately.
Before every use, check power connections for secure fit by hand.
In the case of power cables with bayonet connectors, turn the power cable by at least 180°
around the longitudinal axis and pretension.
Do not wrap cables or leads around your body or parts of the body.
Concerning the electrode (rod electrode, tungsten electrode, welding wire, etc.)
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never immerse it in liquids to cool it
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never touch it when the power source is switched on.
The open circuit voltage of a welding system may double, for example, between the elec-
trodes of two welding systems. Touching the potentials of both electrodes at the same time
may be life-threatening in some cases.
Have the grid and device supply lead regularly inspected by an electrician to ensure that
the ground conductor is functioning properly.
Only operate the device on a grid with a ground conductor and a socket with a ground con-
ductor contact.
Operating the device on a grid without a ground conductor and on a socket without a
ground conductor contact is considered gross negligence. The manufacturer accepts no
liability for any damage resulting from improper use.
Use suitable equipment to ensure that the workpiece is sufficiently grounded if necessary.
