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6. Commissioning and operation of the WELDPLAST 600/605
6.1 Work environment and safety
Warning
Caution
Hazardous voltage, danger to life
There is a danger to life from electric shock due to electrical voltage. The extruder must therefore only
be connected to sockets and extension cables with a protective earth conductor. Protect the extruder
from moisture and wet conditions. Before starting the device, check the power cord, the plug and the
extension cable for electrical and mechanical damage.
Risk of burning
Do not touch exposed metal parts or escaping material while they are hot. The device should always
first be allowed to cool down. Never point the hot air flow at people or animals.
Risk of fire and explosion
Caused by improper use of the extruder (e.g., material overheating), and particularly in the vicinity of
flammable materials and explosive gases.
Never use the hot air welder extruder in explosive or readily inflammable surroundings. Maintain suffi-
cient distance from combustible materials or explosive gases at all times.
Place the handheld extruder exclusively on fireproof surfaces. Hot metal parts and the warm air jet
must be kept at a sufficient distance from the support and walls.
The device must be monitored continuously during operation. Waste heat can come into contact with
flammable materials that are not in view.
Ensure that you are in a stable position while working. The connection cables and welding rod must be
able to move freely and must not hinder the user or third parties while working. (Tripping hazard).
Comply with national statutory requirements regarding occupational safety (securing personnel or
devices).
If the device is being used on construction sites, a fault current circuit breaker must be used to
protect site personnel.
The device should only be operated by
trained specialists
or under their supervision. Children are not
permitted to operate the device.