Safety instructions
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For your safety
Observe accident prevention regulations!
Ignoring the following safety procedures can be fatal!
Proper usage
This machine has been manufactured according to the latest developments in technology and
current regulations and standards. It is to be operated only for the use for which it was designed
(see chapter Commissioning/Area of application).
Improper usage
However, this machine may be a hazard to persons, animals and property if it is
• not used as directed
• used by unskilled persons who have not been trained
• modified or converted improperly
Our operating instructions will provide you with an introduction into the safe use of the machine.
Therefore please read them carefully and only start work when you are familiar with them.
Any person involved in the operation, maintenance and repair of this machine must read and
follow these operating instructions, especially the safety precautions. Where appropriate, this
should be confirmed by signature.
Furthermore, the
• relevant accident prevention regulations,
• generally accepted safety regulations,
• local regulations, etc. must be observed.
Before undertaking welding tasks, put on prescribed dry protective clothing, e.g. gloves.
• Protect eyes and face with protective visor.
Electric shocks can be fatal!
• Do not touch any live parts in or on the machine!
• The machine may only be connected to correctly earthed sockets.
• Only operate with intact connection lead including protective conductor and safety plug.
• An improperly repaired plug or damaged mains cable insulation can cause electric shocks.
• The machine may only be opened by qualified and authorised specialist staff.
• Disconnect from the mains before opening. Switching off is not sufficient. Wait for 2 minutes until the
capacitors have discharged.
• Always put down welding torch, stick electrode holder in an insulated condition.
• The machine must not be used to defrost pipes!
Even touching low voltages can cause you to get a shock and lead to accidents, so:
• Protect yourself from falling before working on platforms or scaffolding.
• During welding ensure that you operate earth tongs, torch and workpiece correctly, and not in ways for
which they are not intended. Do not touch live parts with bare skin.
• Only replace electrodes when wearing dry gloves.
• Never use torches or earth cables with damaged insulation.
Smoke and gases can lead to breathing difficulties and poisoning.
• Do not breathe in smoke and gases.
• Ensure that there is sufficient fresh air.
• Keep solvent vapours away from the arc radiation area. Chlorinated hydrocarbon fumes can be
converted into poisonous phosgene by ultraviolet radiation.
