Hypertherm ArcGlide Torch Height Control, Instruction Manual

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Hypertherm Safety and Compliance
English
ReCoGNIZe SAfetY
INfoRMAtIoN
The symbols shown in this section are used to identify potential
hazards. When you see a safety symbol in this manual or on your
machine, understand the potential for personal injury, and follow the
related instructions to avoid the hazard.
foLLoW SAfetY INStRUCtIoNS
Read carefully all safety messages in this manual and safety labels on
your machine.
• Keep the safety labels on your machine in good condition. Replace
missing or damaged labels immediately.
• Learn how to operate the machine and how to use the controls
properly. Do not let anyone operate it without instruction.
• Keep your machine in proper working condition. Unauthorized
modifications to the machine may affect safety and machine service
life.
DANGeR WARNING CAUtIoN
H
ypertherm uses American National Standards Institute guidelines
for safety signal words and symbols. A signal word DANGER or
WARNING is used with a safety symbol. DANGER identifies the most
serious hazards.
• DANGER and WARNING safety labels are located on your machine
near specific hazards.
• DANGER safety messages precede related instructions in the
manual that will result in serious injury or death if not followed
correctly.
• WARNING safety messages precede related instructions in this
manual that may result in injury or death if not followed correctly.
• CAUTION safety messages precede related instructions in this
manual that may result in minor injury or damage to equipment if not
followed correctly.
A PLASMA ARC CAN DAMAGe fRoZeN PIPeS
Frozen pipes may be damaged or can burst if you attempt to thaw them with a plasma torch.
StAtIC eLeCtRICItY CAN DAMAGe CIRCUIt boARDS
Use proper precautions when handling printed circuit boards:
• Store PC boards in anti-static containers.
• Wear a grounded wrist strap when handling PC boards.
Work cable Attach the work cable securely to the workpiece or the
work table with good metal-to-metal contact. Do not connect it to the
piece that will fall away when the cut is complete.
Work table Connect the work table to an earth ground, in
accordance with appropriate national and local electrical codes.
Input power
• Be sure to connect the power cord ground wire to the ground in the
disconnect box.
• If installation of the plasma system involves connecting the power
cord to the power supply, be sure to connect the power cord
ground wire properly.
• Place the power cord’s ground wire on the stud first, then place any
other ground wires on top of the power cord ground. Fasten the
retaining nut tightly.
• Tighten all electrical connections to avoid excessive heating.
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