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Introduction
This booklet contains information and instructions that are
intended for experienced operators and those who are working
under the close supervision of skilled welders. Operation and
maintenance of the welding and cutting equipment should
conform to the provisions of ANSI standard Z49.1, “Safety in
Welding & Cutting”; AWS manual C4.2-78, “Operatorʼs Manual
for Oxy-Fuel Gas Cutting” also deserves careful study.
IMPORTANT
SAFEGUARDS
Basic safety precautions should always be
followed to reduce the risk of fire and
personal injury, including the following
:
1.
Never use acetylene pressure over 15 PSIG.
2
. Never use damaged or leaking equipment.
3.
Never use oil or grease on or around Oxygen equip-
ment and cylinders.
Oil or grease is easily ignited and
burns violently in the presence of oxygen.
4.
Never use Oxygen or fuel gas to blow dirt or dust off
clothing or equipment
. Pure oxygen supports combustion
and a spark can ignite oxygen-saturated clothing.
5.
Never light a torch with matches or a lighter. Always
use a striker.
6.
Always wear the proper welding goggles, gloves and
clothing when operating Oxy-Acetylene equipment,
Pants should not have cuffs.
