It is, however, essential to diligently follow the follow-
ing indications:
• It is absolutely forbidden to operate the machine
automatically with the fixed and/or mobile guards
removed;
• It is strictly prohibited to disable the safety mech-
anisms installed on the machine;
• Operations at reduced safety levels must be car-
ried out in strict accordance with the instructions
given in the relevant descriptions;
• After any operation with reduced safety levels,
guards/safety devices should be replaced on the
machine as soon as possible;
• Any cleaning must be carried out with the electri-
cal and pneumatic separation devices sectioned.
• Do not alter parts of the machine for any reason;
in the event of malfunction, due to non-compli-
ance with the above, the manufacturer cannot be
held liable for the consequences. We recommend
that you request any changes to be made directly
to the manufacturer;
• Clean the casing of the machines, the panels and
the controls with soft cloths that are dry or have
been lightly soaked in a mild detergent solution;
do not use any type of solvent, such as alcohol or
petrol, as the surfaces may be damaged;
• Position the machines as determined at the time
of order according to the diagrams provided by
the manufacturer, otherwise it cannot be held li-
able for any problems.
ATTENTION:
The Manufacturer cannot be held liable for dam-
age caused by the machine to persons, animals or
property in the event of:
• use of the machine by personnel who are not
adequately trained;
• improper use of the machine;
• electrical, hydraulic or pneumatic power sup-
ply faults;
• incorrect installation;
• failure to perform scheduled maintenance;
• unauthorised modifications or operations;
• the use of spare parts that are not original or
not specific to the model;
• total or partial failure to follow the instructions;
• use contrary to the specific national regulations;
• calamities and exceptional events.
General requirements
The moving parts must always be used according to
the manufacturer's instructions, as indicated in this
manual, which must always be available at the work-
place.
3. SAFETY
3.1. GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS
WARNING: your safety depends on you!!!
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Follow all safety rules carefully.
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It is your duty to protect yourself and others from the
risks of welding operations.
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The operator is responsible for his own safety and
that of those in the work area. He must therefore
know all the safety rules and observe them.
Nothing can replace common sense!!!
IMPORTANT: Before operating the machine, care-
fully read the instructions contained in this man-
ual and follow them thoroughly.
The manufacturer has made every effort to design
this machine and to make it as INTRINSICALLY SAFE
as possible.
The manufacturer has also equipped the machine
with all the protective and safety devices considered
necessary. Finally, it has provided enough informa-
tion for it to be used safely and correctly.
IMPORTANT: This information must be scrupu-
lously followed.
The user may chose to appropriately add to the infor-
mation provided by the manufacturer with addition-
al processing instructions, which, obviously, do not
contradict that contained in this Instruction Manual,
in order contribute to safe machine use.
For example, you must pay close attention to the
clothing that anyone working on the machine is
wearing:
• Avoid using clothes with hooks that can remain
attached to parts of the machine;
• Avoid using ties or other fluttering clothing parts;
• Avoid wearing bulky rings or bracelets that may
get caught in parts of the machine.
Whenever necessary, further recommendations for
use will be provided in the Manual for the user re-
lated to preventive measures, personal protective
equipment, information to prevent human error and
any reasonably foreseeable prohibited behaviour.
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