SAFETY
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Be careful to avoid hot spatter or metal caused from the arc rays.
Use a shield with the proper filter and cover plates to protect your eyes from sparks and the
rays of the arc when welding or observing open arc welding.
WELDING SPARKS can cause fire or explosion.
Remove fire hazards from the welding area. If this is not possible, cover them with a
nonflammable material to prevent the welding sparks from starting a fire.
Have a fire extinguisher readily available.
Avoid welding near hydraulic lines as the fluid may be flammable.
Secure all gas cylinders and use only rated regulators and certified hoses.
When not welding, make certain no part of the electrode circuit is touching the work or ground
as accidental contact can cause overheating and create a fire hazard.
Do not heat, cut or weld tanks, drums or containers until the proper steps have been taken to
insure that such procedures will not cause flammable or toxic vapors from substances inside.
They can cause an explosion even though they have been “cleaned”.
Vent hollow castings or containers before heating, cutting or welding to prevent explosions.
Sparks and spatter are thrown from the welding arc. Wear oil free protective garments such
as leather gloves, heavy shirt, cuff less trousers, high closed-toe shoes and a cap over your
hair. Wear ear plugs when welding out of normal position or in confined places. Always wear
safety glasses with correct DIN shading and side shields when in a welding area.
