A WILKINSON STAR LIMITED PRODUCT 12-16 ISSUE 1
SAFETY
These general safety norms cover both arc welding machines and plasma cutting machines unless
otherwise noted.
The equipment must only be used for the purpose it was designed for. Using it in any other way could
result in damage or injury and in breach of the safety rules.
Only suitably trained and competent persons should use the equipment. Operators should respect the
safety of other persons.
Prevention against electric shock
The equipment should be installed by a qualified person and in accordance with current standards in
operation. It is the users responsibility to ensure that the equipment is connected to a suitable power
supply. Consult with your utility supplier if required
If earth grounding of the work piece is required, ground it directly with a separate cable.
Do not use the equipment with the covers removed.
Do not touch live electrical parts or parts which are
electrically charged.
Turn off all equipment when not in use.
Cables (both primary supply and welding) should be
regularly checked for damage and overheating. Do not use worn, damaged, under sized, or poorly
jointed cables.
Ensure that you wear the correct protective clothing, gloves, head and eye protection.
Insulate yourself from work and ground using dry insulating mats or covers big enough to prevent any
physical contact with the work ground.
Never touch the electrode if you are in contact with the work ground, or another electrode from a
different machine.
Do not wrap cables over your body.
Ensure that you take additional safety precautions when you are welding in electrically hazardous
conditions such as damp environments, wearing wet clothing, and metal structures. Try to avoid
welding in cramped or restricted positions.
Ensure that the equipment is well maintained. Repair or replace damaged or defective parts
immediately. Carry out any regular maintenance in accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
Safety against fumes and welding gases
Locate the equipment in a well-ventilated position.
Keep your head out of the fumes. Do not breathe the fumes.
Ensure the welding zone is in a well-ventilated area. If this is not possible provision should be made for
suitable fume extraction.
