JESS WELDING ProTIG 350AC/DC, Operating Manual

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ProTIG 350 AC/DC
Operating manual Page 26
18. Safety requirements
11.1 General Information’s
This welding unit has been manufactured in accordance with the relevant international standards.
However, improper use or manipulation of the machine may cause hazards.
The following safety instructions must be strictly observed:
a) This unit is exclusively intended for the TIG and electrode welding process.
Welding operations with the TIG welding unit should be carried out be qualified
persons. Service personnel must be duly informed of all safety rules.
b) Electrical repair work must be carried out by qualified electricians
c) Always disconnect mains prior to servicing, maintenance, and repair work and before
opening the casing.
11.2 Electrical Information’s, Fire
The welder must be protected against arc radiation and burn-
ing by wearing adequate protective clothing such as a leather
apron, leather jacket, leather gloves etc.
Inflammable substances must be kept away from the welding
area. They might catch fire from sparks or hot slag.
Mains cable, hose pack, and workpiece cable must be perfect-
ly insulated. Any defective insulation must be repaired immedi-
ately.
11.3 Personal Protection
The face and the eyes must be protected by a welder´s shield
with lenses - protection category corresponding to the intensity
of current.
Persons working close by must also be adequately protected
from arc radiation.
To protect your hearing against noise,
wear ear-protectors!
Protect your hands and feet by wearing stout footwear and
appropriate gloves.
11.4 Welding fumes and gases