Paton STANDARDTIG-160, User Manual

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PATON StandardTIG DC MMA/TIG/MIG/MAG
For personal protection, observe the following rules:
- wear protective footwear that retains insulating properties, even in wet conditions;
- protect hands with insulating gloves;
- protect eyes with a protective mask with an anti-UV filter that meets safety standards;
- use only suitable (highly inflammable) clothing.
HAZARD OF HARMFUL GASES AND VAPOURS
- remove generated smoke and harmful gases from the working area with special means;
- ensure sufficient supply of fresh air;
- vapours of solvents should not get into the radiation zone of the welding arc.
HAZARD OF SPARKLES
- remove flammable objects from the working area;
- do not perform welding works on containers where gases, fuel, oil products are or were
stored. Potential explosion hazard for residues of these products;
- in fire and explosion hazardous areas, observe the special rules in accordance with national
and international standards.
HAZARD OF MAINS AND WELDING CURRENT
- electric shock can be fatal;
- magnetic fields created by the high current can have a negative effect on the performance
of electrical devices (e.g., a pacemaker). Persons with such devices should seek the advice of
a physician before approaching a welding area;
- the welding cable must be robust, undamaged and insulated. Loose connections and
damaged cables must be replaced immediately. An electrician must systematically check
the mains cables and cables of the welding unit for proper insulation;
- do not remove the outer casing of the unit during use.
INFORMAL PRECAUTIONS
- keep the instruction near the place of use of the welding unit at all times;
- in addition to the instructions, observe the applicable general and local safety and
environmental regulations;
- keep all instructions on the welding unit legible.
STRAY WELDING CURRENTS
- make sure that the ground cable terminal is firmly connected to the unit;
- if possible, do not install the welding unit directly on an electrically conductive floor or work
table, use insulating gaskets.
REGULAR USE PRECAUTIONS
Check the unit at least once a week for external damage and the operation of the safety units.