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Connect the grounding cable as close to the workplace as possible.
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Under no circumstances the machine may not be used in damp environment. Ensure that the workplace is dry in
the area of welding and that also objects that are found here including the welding machine itself are dry.
PERSONAL PROTECTION AND PROTECTION OF THIRD PERSONS
Radiation and neat are generated during the welding process therefore it is necessary to ensure the use of suitable
protective means and to take precautions to protect both himself/herself and third persons.
Never expose yourself or any other persons to the effects of electric arc or hot metal without necessary
protection.
Take care of exhaustion of welding fume and possibly proper ventilation of welding workplace.
PREVENTIVE MEASURES AGAINST FIRE AND EXPLOSION
Incandescent parts of slag and sparkles could cause a fire. Fire and explosion represent additional risks. They can be
avoided by meeting these precautions:
•
Do not use the machine in immediate proximity of easily inflammable materials like wood, chips, „varnishes“,
solvents, petrol, kerosene, natural gas, acetylene, propane and similar combustible materials must be removed
from the workplace and its ambient or possibly protected from sparkles.
•
Suitable extinguishing agent should be ready nearby as a measure to extinguish a fire.
•
Do not perform welding or cutting tasks on closed vessels or pipes.
•
Do not perform welding or cutting tasks on vessels and pipes even when they are open if they contain or contained
materials that could explode or caused other dangerous reaction under the influence of heat or damp.
INSTALLATION OF THE WELDING MACHINE
When installing the machine the following regulations must be observed:
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The operator must have a free access to control elements and connecting points of the machine.
•
It is not advisable to install the machine in close-spaced rooms: Sufficient ventilation of the welding machine is
very important. When installing avoid heavily dusted or dirty areas where the machine could aspirate the dust or
other objects.
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The machine (including cables) may neither form an obstacle in passing nor keep other person from their work.
•
The welding machine may be operated only on a flat base and the gas cylinder used for its operation should be
properly secured.
Procedure in case of emergency
Perform first-aid measures corresponding to the type of injury and call the qualified medical aid as soon as possible.
Protect the injured person from other bodily harm and becalm him/her.
Marking on the machine
Explanation of symbols
The following symbols are used in this guide or on the machine:
Safety of the product:
The product is in
accordance with relevant
standards of the
European Community
Restrictions:
Ban, general
(in connection with other
pictogram)
Fire, open source of light
and smoking forbidden
Tugging the cable
forbidden
Do not use the machine
in wet conditions
Caution:
Caution/Attention
Warning from dangerous
electrical voltage
Caution-danger of
tumbling over
Warning from gases
harmful for health
Warning from hot surface
Orders:
Wear protective shoes
Wear protective gloves
Wear protective clothing
Wear the shield for face
protection
Pull out the mains plug
before opening
Read the guide for
operation before use
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