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Chapter 9: Safety
Read Before Welding
ONLY PERSONNEL TRAINED AND CERTIFIED BY
THE MANUFACTURER SHOULD SERVICE THE UNIT.
Use only genuine replacement parts from the manufacturer.
**Contact Sunstone Engineering before opening the unit for any reason**
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
The below safety advice is generalized advice for the welding industry. These safety precautions
are not all inclusive. All users should exercise caution while using this device. The following groups
of symbols are warning symbols:
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR FIRE OR EXPLOSION
There is a possibility that flying sparks, hot work pieces, and/or hot equipment can cause fires and
burns. Ensure that the work area is clean and safe for welding before starting any weld job.
• Wear appropriate eye protection while using the weld head.
• Do not install or operate unit near combustible surfaces.
• Do not install or operate unit near flammables.
• Do not weld where flying sparks can strike flammable material.
• Remove all flammable materials from the welding area. If this is not
possible, tightly cover them with approved covers.
• Protect yourself and others from flying sparks and hot metal.
• Do not weld where the atmosphere may contain flammable dust, gas, or vapors.
• Remove any combustibles, such as butane lighters or matches, from your person before
doing any welding.
• Watch for fire and keep a fire extinguisher nearby.
• Do not overload your building’s electrical wiring – be sure the power distribution system is
properly sized, rated, and protected to handle this unit.
Summary of Contents for Linear DC
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