Safety instructions
General
Item No.: 099-000155-EWM01
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2.2
General
WARNING
Risk of accidents if these safety instructions are not observed!
Non-observance of these safety instructions is potentially fatal!
• Carefully read the safety information in this manual!
• Observe the accident prevention regulations in your country.
• Inform persons in the working area that they must observe the regulations!
CAUTION
Obligations of the operator!
In the European Economic Area (EEA), the relevant national version of the basic
guidelines must be followed and observed!
• National version of the basic guidelines (89/391/EEC) as well as the relevant individual
guidelines.
• In particular the Directive (89/655/EEC) on the minimum regulations for safety and health
protection when staff members are using equipment during work.
• The accident prevention regulations of the relevant country (e.g. in Germany, BGV D 1).
• Check at regular intervals that users are working in a safety-conscious way!
Damage due to the use of non-genuine parts!
The manufacturer's warranty becomes void if non-genuine parts are used!
• Only use system components and options (power sources, welding torches, electrode
holders, remote controls, spare parts and replacement parts, etc.) from our range of
products!
• Only insert and lock accessory components into the relevant connection socket when the
machine is switched off.
Electromagnetic interference!
The machines are intended to be used in industrial areas, according to IEC 60974-10. If
they are used in residential areas, for example, problems may occur with ensuring
electromagnetic compatibility.
• Check whether interference is caused to other machines!
CAUTION
Noise exposure!
Noise exceeding 70 dBA can cause permanent hearing damage!
• Wear suitable ear protection!
• Persons located within the working area must wear suitable ear protection!