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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS … cont
CHECK DAMAGED PARTS
Before further use of the welder, any part that is damaged should be carefully checked to de-
termine that it will operate properly and perform its intended function. Check for breakage of
parts and any other conditions that may affect its operation. Any part that is damaged should
be properly repaired, or replaced, by an authorised service centre.
ALWAYS USE THE WELDING MASK
Under no circumstances should the welder be operated unless the welding mask is protecting
the eyes and face. There is a serious risk of eye damage if the mask is not used. The sparks
and metal projectiles can cause serious damage to the eyes and face. The light radiation pro-
duced by the arc can cause damage to eyesight and burns on the skin. Never remove the
welding mask whilst welding. Move the torch away from the work piece and release the trig-
ger switch before removing the welding mask.
SAFETY GLASSES
After welding use safety glasses when brushing, chipping grinding the slag from the weld.
OTHER PERSONS
Ensure that other persons are screened from the welding arc and are at least 15 metres away
from the work piece. Always ensure that the welding arc is screened from onlookers, or peo-
ple just passing by. Use screens if necessary, or non reflecting curtains.
KEEP CHILDREN AND ANIMALS AWAY
Do not let children or animals have access to the welding equipment or to the work area.
SWITCHING OFF
When you have finished welding switch off the welder. Do not put the torch down with the
welder switch On and with the wire fitted. When leaving the welder unattended, move the
On/Off switch to the Off position and disconnect the welder from the mains supply. Do not
leave hot material unattended after welding.
WELDING CABLES
Keep the welding cables, earth clamp and torch in good condition. Failure to can result in
poor welding quality and could be dangerous in structural situations.
DRESS PROPERLY
Use protective gloves and fire resistant protective clothing when using the welder. Avoid ex-
posing skin to the ultraviolet rays produced by the arc.
CAUTION! VENTILATE THE WELDER
There must always be a sufficient air passage around the welder to allow for the
cooling of the transformer. If the cooling process is obstructed the welder will
overheat and the overload cut out protector will activate and cut off the welding
current.
If the thermal protector activates leave the welder for at least 15 minutes to cool down.
IMPROPER USE
Do not use this welder for pipe thawing.
HANDLING
Ensure the handle is correctly fitted and always use safe lifting practices when lifting.
