Cutting processes pose certain inhalation risks. Be sure to follow any guidelines from your chosen consumable
and electrode suppliers regarding possible need for respiratory equipment while cutting. Always cut with
adequate ventilation. Never cut in closed rooms or confined spaces. Fumes and gases re-leased while cutting
may be poisonous. Take precautions at all times.
Any burning of the eyes, nose or throat are signs that you need to increase ventilation. Stop immediately and
relocate work if necessary until adequate ventilation is obtained. Stop work completely and seek medical help if
irritation and discomfort persists.
WARNING! Do not cut on galvanized steel, stainless steel, beryllium, titanium, copper, cadmium, lead or zinc
without proper respiratory equipment and or ventilation.
WARNING! Do not cut around Chlorinated solvents or degreasing areas. Release of Phosgene gas can be
deadly. Consider all chemicals to have potential deadly results if cut on or near metal containing residual amounts
of chemicals.
WARNING! Electrical shock can kill. Make sure all electrical equipment is properly grounded. Do not use frayed,
cut or otherwise damaged cables and leads. Do not stand, lean or rest on ground clamp. Do not stand in water
or damp areas while cutting. Keep
your
work surface dry. Do not use plasma cutter in the rain or
extreme
humid
conditions.
Wear
dry rubber soled shoes and gloves when cutting to insulate against electrical shock. Turn
machine on or off only with gloved hand. Keep all parts of the body insulated from work, and work tables.
Prevent
direct contact
of
skin against
metal
.
All work cables, leads, and hoses pose trip hazards. Be aware of their location and make sure all personnel in
area are advised of their location. Taping or securing cables with appropriate restraints can help reduce trips and
falls.
WARNING! Fire and explosions are real risks while cutting. Always keep fire extinguishers close by and additionally
a water hose or bucket of sand. It is a good idea to have someone help watch for possible fire while you are
cutting. Sparks and hot metal may travel a long distance. They may go into cracks in walls and floors and start a
fire that would not be immediately visible.
Metal is hot after cutting! Always
wear
gloves and or
use pliers
when handling hot pieces of metal. Remember to
place hot metal on fireproof surfaces after handling. Serious burns and injury can result if material is improperly
handled.
WARNING! Faulty or poorly maintained equipment can cause injury or death.
M
aintenance is your responsibility.
Make sure all equipment is properly maintained and serviced by
a
qualified personnel.
E
quipment
is designed to
be used in the parameters it was designed for
.
Keep all covers in place. A faulty machine may shoot sparks or have exploding parts.
Removing covers increases
the risk of shock
. Always check
the plasma cutter's
condition
before use
.
Unplug unit
before
servicing
and for long term storage or electrical storm.
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