SKANDI KRAFT iTECH MIG 350 4R, Operating Manual

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Hazard of accumula�on of gases that displace oxygen from the environment
Gases accumulated in the working area may form a toxic environment, which could lead to loss of consciousness or even
death. Technical gases are o�en odourless and invisible to the eye, and therefore difficult to detect.
• Remember about proper protec�on, equip yourself with appropriate devices that filter the air or supply fresh air from
uncontaminated environment.
• The rooms should have efficient ven�la�on systems and extrac�on systems for gases and dust.
• Remember to close the gas cylinder when the equipment is not used.
Fire hazard
Welding arc sparks and hot elements can cause fire and burns. Accidental contact of the electrode with metal parts may
lead to sparking, overhea�ng, explosion or fire. Before star�ng welding, make sure that the area is safe.
• Welding sparks or spa�er may cause fire, so remove any flammable materials from the working area. Use the
dedicated guards for addi�onal protec�on of the above-men�oned substances or materials.
• Do not weld on closed containers or pipes, unless they are prepared for this in accordance with safety requirements.
Make sure that they are completely free of any flammable or toxic vapours and substances that may cause explosion,
even if the tank has been "cleaned". Remove air from empty cas�ngs or containers before hea�ng, cu�ng or welding.
They may explode.
• Do not weld in places where the atmosphere may contain dust, gas or vapours of flammable liquids (such as gasoline).
• You must always keep a suitable fire ex�nguisher nearby and be able to use it in case of an emergency. Sparks or
spa�ers can easily pass through gaps, recesses and cracks. Be aware that welding can cause fire in an adjacent room or
in its hidden (invisible) part.
Danger of burns
Welded items generate and maintain high temperatures even for a long �me and can cause serious burns.
• Do not touch hot parts with bare hands! Use welding gloves that insulate the heat and prevent burns.
• Do not leave any hot parts una�ended un�l they cool down. Keep them in properly isolated places intended for this
purpose.
Danger of electric shock, which may cause death
Touching live electrical parts can cause fatal shock or severe burns. The work wires are always live when the device is
powered on. During MIG/MAG welding, the welding wire, the filler feeding system and all parts touching the welding
wire are live. Improperly installed or poorly grounded equipment poses a fatal electric shock hazard.
• Connect the main power cord according to the Manual and local standards and regula�ons.
• Avoid any bare-hand contact with live electrical parts of the welding circuit, electrodes and wires.
• You must wear dry welding gloves when carrying out any welding tasks.
• Keep the cables dry, free from oil and grease, and protect them from any hot metal and sparks.
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