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Safety & Warnings
General
The device is manufactured using state-of-the-art technology and
according to recognized standards. However BE AWARE, SERIOUS
INJURY OR DEATH MAY RESULT, if welding equipment is not properly
installed, used, and maintained.
Misuse of this equipment and other practices can be both hazardous
and dangerous to operator and any persons in the general work
area. The operator, supervisor, and helper must read and understand
the following safety warnings and instructions before installing or
using any welding equipment.
The welding process is used in many potentially dangerous and
hazardous conditions. In environments such as elevated heights,
areas of limited ventilation, close quarters, around water, uncertain
power sources, in hostile environments, etc., it is important that
the operators are aware of the dangers and limitations associated
with working in these types of conditions. Only properly trained
and experienced operator(s) trained in safe practices for the
environments in which they are expected to work and are under
competent supervision should use this welder. It is essential that
the operator, supervisor, and others in the work area are aware of
the dangers of the welding process. Training and supervision are
both important and necessary for a safe work place. Please keep
these instructions for future use.
Electrical Hazards
ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.
Install and maintain the equipment in accordance with the National
Electric Code NFPA 70 and local codes. Do not service or repair
equipment with power on or batteries connected. Do not operate
equipment with protective insulators or covers removed. Service
or repair of equipment must be done by qualified and/or trained
personnel only.
Operator should not and must not contact electrically live parts. Do
not touch electrode with bare skin and electrical ground at the same
time. Always wear dry welding gloves in good condition. Be aware
aluminized protective clothing can become part of the electrical
path. Keep gas cylinders, chains, wire ropes, cranes, hoists, and
elevators away from any part of the electrical path. All ground
connections must be checked periodically to determine that they
are mechanically strong and electrically adequate for the required
current. When welding is to be suspended for any sustained period
of time, such as during lunch or overnight, the welding gun should
be disconnected from the battery pack when not in use. Never
immerse the welding gun or ground connection in water.
During MIG or Flux-core welding, the welding wire, the wire spool,
the drive rollers and all metal parts that are in contact with the weld
wire are live when the trigger of the gun is depressed. It is always
best to place the weld gun in its proper position in the pack or on
an insulated surface when not in use for short periods of time. All
cables and leads must be complete, undamaged, insulated and
adequately dimensioned. Loose connections, scorched, damaged
or inadequately dimensioned cables or leads must be repaired/
replaced immediately.
Turn off Power Pack and unplug the gun from the pack when not in
use.
Proper Use
The device is to be used exclusively for its intended purpose. The
device is intended exclusively for the welding process described in
the instructions. Any use above or beyond this purpose is deemed
improper. The manufacturer shall not be liable for any damage
resulting from such improper use.
Utilization in accordance with the “intended purpose” also includes
• Reading carefully and following all operating instructions
• Studying and obeying all safety and danger notices
• Performing all stipulated inspection and servicing work
The device is designed for use in industrial areas, workshops and
“in the field” work. The manufacturer accepts no responsibility for
any damage caused through use in a domestic setting.
The manufacturer likewise accepts no responsibility for unexpected
or incorrect results.
Environmental Conditions
Operation or storage of the device outside of the stipulated area will
be deemed as not in accordance with the intended purpose. The
manufacturer shall not be held liable for any damage arising from
such usage.
Ambient temperature range:
• During operation: -30
°
C to +55
°
C
• During storage: -40
°
C to +60
°
C
Protecting Yourself and Others
BE AWARE, ARC RAYS, HOT SLAG AND SPARKS CAN AND DO CAUSE
INJURY TO EYES AND SKIN
The welding process produces extreme localized heat and strong
ultraviolet rays. Never attempt to weld without proper welding
equipment, including, but not limited to, a welding helmet with the
proper lens, which complies with federal guidelines. A number 12
to 14 shade filter lens on the helmet provides the best protection
against arc radiation. Please take precautions to prevent reflected
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