Hobart 140GT17K, Operation And Maintenance Manual With Illustrated Parts List

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a. Shut OFF all power at the disconnecting switch or line breaker before inspecting or servicing the
equipment.
b. Lock switch OPEN (or remove line fuses) so that power cannot be turned on accidentally.
c. Disconnect power to equipment if it is out of service.
d. If troubleshooting must be done with the unit energized, have another person present who is trained in
turning off the equipment and providing or calling for first aid.
C . FIRE AND EXPLOSION PREVENTION
Fire and explosion are caused by electrical short circuits, combustible material near engine exhaust pip-
ing, misuse of batteries and fuel, or unsafe operating or fueling conditions.
1. Electrical Short Circuits and Overloads
Overloaded or shorted equipment can become hot enough to cause fires by self destruction or by causing
nearby combustibles to ignite. For electrically-powered equipment, provide primary input protection to remove
short circuited or heavily overloaded equipment from the line.
2. Batteries
Batteries may explode and/or give off flammable hydrogen gas. Acid and arcing from a ruptured battery
can cause fires and additional failures. When servicing,do not smoke, cause sparking, or use open flame
near the battery.
3. Engine Fuel
Use only approved fuel container or fueling system. Fires and explosions can occur if the fuel tank is not
grounded prior to or during fuel transfer. Shut unit DOWN before removing fuel tank cap. DO NOT com-
pletely fill tank, because heat from the equipment may cause fuel expansion overflow. Remove all spilled fuel
IMMEDIATELY, including any that penetrates the unit. After clean-up, open equipment doors and blow fumes
away with compressed air.
D. TOXIC FUME PREVENTION
Carbon monoxide - Engine exhaust fumes can kill and cause health problems. Pipe or vent the exhaust
fumes to a suitable exhaust duct or outdoors. Never locate engine exhausts near intake ducts of air condition-
ers.
E. BODILY INJURY PREVENTION
Serious injury can result from contact with fans inside some equipment. Shut DOWN such equipment for
inspection and routine maintenance. When equipment is in operation, use extreme care in doing necessary
trouble-shooting and adjustment. Do not remove guards while equipment is operating.
F. MEDICAL AND FIRST AID TREATMENT
First aid facilities and a qualified first aid person should be available for each shift for immediate treat-
ment of all injury victims. Electric shock victims should be checked by a physician and taken to a hospital im-
mediately if any abnormal signs are observed.
EMERGENCY FIRST AID
Call physician immediately. Seek additional assistance. Use First Aid techniques recommended
by American Red Cross until medical help arrives.
IF BREATHING IS DIFFICULT, give oxygen, if available, and have victim lie down. FOR ELECTRI-
CAL SHOCK, turn off power. Remove victim; if not breathing, begin artificial respiration, preferably
mouth-to-mouth. If no detectable pulse, begin external heart massage. CALL EMERGENCY RESCUE
SQUAD IMMEDIATELY.
G. EQUIPMENT PRECAUTIONARY LABELS
Inspect all precautionary labels on the equipment monthly. Order and inspect all labels that cannot be
easily read.