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GB/IE/NI
Always wear protective
clothing during welding and
plasma cutting operations.
Never use the welding shield
without the protective screen
because this could damage
the optical unit. There is a risk
of damage to the eyes!
Regularly replace the
protective screen to ensure
good visibility and fatigue-
proof work.
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Environment with
increased electrical
hazard
Environments with increased
electrical hazard may be
encountered, for example:
In workplaces where the space
for movement is restricted,
such that the operator is
working in a forced posture
(e.g.: kneeling, sitting, lying)
and is touching electrically
conductive parts;
In workplaces which are
restricted completely or in part
in terms of electrical conduc-
tivity and where there is a
high risk through avoidable
or accidental touching by the
operator;
In wet, humid or hot work-
places where the air humidity
or weld significantly reduces
the resistance of human skin
and the insulating properties
or effect of protective equip-
ment.
Even a metal conductor or
scaffolding can create an
environment with increased
electrical hazard.
When using plasma cutters under
electrically dangerous conditions,
the output voltage of the plasma
cutter must be greater than
48 volt when idling (effective
value). The plasma cutter may
not be used in these cases due
to the output voltage.
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Plasma cutting in tight
spaces
When welding and plasma
cutting in tight spaces this may
pose a hazard through toxic
gases (risk of suffocation). In tight
spaces the device may only be
operated if there are trained
individuals in the immediate
vicinity who can intervene if
necessary. In this case, before
starting to use the plasma cutter,
an expert must carry out an
assessment in order to determine
what steps are necessary,
Safety instructions
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