SPEEDCUT 50
SPEEDCUT 50
SPEEDCUT 50 OPERATING MANUAL
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SAFETY
2.1 Precautions
Users of SWS welding and plasma cutting products have the primary responsibility for ensuring that anyone
who works on or near this equipment adheres to all the relevant safety precautions. The following listed
recommendations must be observed along with the standard regulations that apply to the workplace.
All use must be carried out by trained personnel well versed with the safe operation of the equipment.
Incorrect operation of plasma cutting or welding equipment may lead to hazardous events which can result
in serious injury to the user and damage to the equipment. Safety precautions must meet the requirements
that apply to this type of welding or plasma cutting equipment.
1. Persons who use welding or plasma cutting equipment must be familiar with the following:
‑ Welding and plasma cutting machine operation
‑ Location of emergency stops
‑ The machines purpose
‑ Relevant safety precautions
‑ Arc welding and / or hand held plasma cutting
2. The user must make sure that:
‑ No unauthorized person in the vicinity of the working area of the equipment when it is used.
‑ No person is unprotected when the arc is started.
3. The workplace must:
‑ Be suitable for the purpose
‑ Be free from weather
4. Personal safety equipment:
‑ Always wear approved personal safety equipment, such as welding helmets, safety glasses, flame proof
clothing and safety gloves.
‑ Never wear loose fitting items, such as hooded jumpers, bracelets, rings, etc., which can become trapped
or cause serious injury burns.
5. General safety precautions:
‑ Ensure the return cable is connected securely.
‑ Work on high voltage equipment must only be carried out by a qualified electrician or electrical
technician.
‑ Approved fire extinguishing equipment must be clearly marked and in the vicinity.
‑ Lubrication and maintenance must not be carried out on the equipment during operation.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE OPERATING MANUAL BEFORE
INSTALLING OR USING THIS EQUIPMENT - ALWAYS PROTECT
YOURSELF AND OTHERS!
