Safety
Spirit200a User’s Manual Rev J
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form harmful gases when exposed to ultraviolet radiation. These solvents
should be removed from the area prior to cutting.
Galvanized metal can produce harmful gases during the cutting process.
Ensure proper ventilation and use breathing equipment when cutting these
materials.
Certain metals coated with or containing lead, cadmium, zinc, beryllium,
and mercury produce harmful toxins. Do not cut these metals unless all
people subjected to the fumes wear proper air breathing equipment.
Electric Shock Prevention
The Spirit200a system uses high open circuit voltages that can be fatal.
Extreme care should be used when operating or performing maintenance
on the system. Only qualified personnel should service the Spirit system.
Observe the following guidelines to protect against electric shock:
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A wall-mounted disconnect switch should be installed and fused
according to local and national electrical codes. The disconnect switch
should be located as close as possible to the power supply so it can be
turned off in case of an emergency.
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The primary power cord should have a 600 volt minimum rating in
order to protect the operator. In addition, it should be sized according
to local and national electrical codes. Inspect the primary power cord
frequently. Never operate the Spirit system if the power cord is
damaged in any way.
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Make sure the primary power ground wire is connected to the input
power ground stud on the Spirit power supply. Make sure the
connection is securely tightened.
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Make sure the positive output (work ground) of the Spirit power supply
is connected to a bare metal area on the cutting table. A driven ground
rod should be placed no further than five feet from this connection.
Make sure this ground point on the cutting table is used as the star
ground point for all other ground connections.
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Inspect the torch leads frequently. Never use the system if the leads
are damaged in any way.
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Do not stand in wet, damp areas when operating or performing
maintenance on the system.
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Wear insulated gloves and shoes while operating or performing
maintenance on the system.
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Make sure the Spirit system is switched off at the wall disconnect
before servicing the power supply or torch.
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Never change torch consumable parts unless the Spirit system is
switched off at the wall disconnect.
