iBell IBL M200-89, Operator'S Manual

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Welding on closed containers, such as tanks, drums, or
pipes, can cause them to blow up. Sparks can fly off from
the welding arc. The flying sparks, hot work-piece, and
hot equipment can cause fires and burns. Accidental contact of
electrode to metal objects can cause sparks, explosion,
overheating, or fire.
Check and be sure the area is safe before
doing any welding.
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Protect yourself and others from flying sparks and hot metal. Do
not weld where flying sparks can strike flammable material.
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Remove all flammables within 35 feet (10.7 m) of the welding arc.
If this is not possible, tightly cover them with approved covers.
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Be alert that welding sparks and hot materials from welding can
easily go through small cracks and openings to adjacent areas.
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Watch for fire, and keep a fire extinguisher nearby.
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Be aware that welding on a ceiling, floor, bulkhead, or partition
can cause fire on the hidden side.
Do not weld on closed
containers such as tanks, drums, or pipes, unless they are
properly prepared by required safety Standards.
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Connect work cable to the work as close to the welding area as
practical to prevent welding current from traveling long, possibly
unknown paths and causing electric shock and fire hazards.
Cylinders can explode if damaged ; Shielding gas
cylinders contain gas under high pressure and damaged
cylinder can explode, so be sure to treat them carefully.
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Keep cylinders away from any welding or other electrical circuits.
Never hang a welding torch over a gas cylinder.
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Never allow a welding electrode to touch any cylinder. Never weld
on a pressurized cylinder – explosion will result.
Do not install or place unit on, over, or near
combustible surfaces or flammables.
Do not overload
building wiring – be sure power supply system is properly
sized, rated, and protected to handle this unit.
EXPLOSION
MMA WELDING MACHINES