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Read and understand the manufacturer’s instructions for this equipment and the
consumables to be used, including the material safety data sheet and follow your
employer’s safety practices.
ARC RAYS: Harmful to people’s eyes and skin.
Arc rays from the welding process produce intense visible and invisible ultraviolet and infrared
rays that can burn eyes and skin.
Use a shield with the proper filter and cover plates to protect your eyes from sparks and
the rays of the arc when welding or observing open arc welding.
Use suitable clothing made from durable flame-resistant material to protect your skin and
that of your coworkers from the arc rays.
Protect other nearby personnel with suitable, non-flammable screening and /or warn
them not to watch the arc nor expose themselves to the arc rays or to hot spatter or
metal.
SELF-PROTECTION
Keep all equipment safety guards, covers and devices in position and in good repair. Keep
hands, hair, clothing and tools away from V-belts, gears, fans and all other moving parts
when starting, operating or repairing equipment.
Do not put your hands near the engine fan. Do not attempt to override the governor or
idler by pushing on the throttle control rods while the engine is running.
DO NOT
add any fuel near an open-flame welding arc or when the engine is running. Stop the
engine and allow it to cool before refueling to prevent spilled fuel from vaporizing on contact with
hot engine parts and igniting. Do not spill fuel when filling tank. If fuel is spilled, wipe it up and do
not start engine until fumes have been eliminated.
