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1.2.8
Precautions for gas cylinder and gas regulator
To prevent falling of gas cylinder, gas regulator explosion and accident caused by gas, ensure to follow the instructions
below:
1.2.9
Precautions for rotating part
To prevent being caught/pinched by the rotating parts, ensure to follow the instructions below:
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Use only correct shield gas cylinders according to the related laws, regulations and
customer's standard.
Gas cylinder contains compressed gas. Wrong operation may cause gas explosion,
resulting in serious physical injury.
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Read and follow instructions on compressed gas cylinders, associated equipment, and
the CGA publication P-1 listed in PRINCIPAL SAFETY STANDARDS.
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Keep the cylinder upright and securely chained to a stationary support or a rack.
Falling or tipping of cylinder may cause serious injury.
In opening the valve of gas cylinder, keep your face away from the gas discharge port.
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Keep protective cap in place over valve except when gas cylinder is in use or connected
for use.
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Do not place the gas cylinder under high temperature.
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Protect compressed gas cylinders from excessive heat, mechanical shock, and arcs.
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Do not set welding torch to the cylinder or touch the cylinder with welding electrode.
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For the gas regulator, make sure to use a device for compressed gas cylinder that
conforms to the specific application of the shield gas.
Using an inappropriate gas regulator may cause explosion.
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Keep your hands, fingers, hairs and clothes away from the rotating cooling fan, open
parts around the cooling fan and feed roll of the wire feeder.
