XTI 200 AC/DC INVERTER – USER INFORMATION
WARNING
Operation and maintenance of arc welding equipment can be
dangerous and hazardous to your health.
To prevent possible injury, read, understand and follow all
warnings, safety precautions and instructions before using the
equipment
GASES AND FUMES
Gases and fumes produced during the arc welding/cutting
process can be dangerous and hazardous to your health.
Keep all fumes and gases from the breathing area.
Keep your head out of the welding fume plume.
Use an air-supplied respirator if ventilation is not adequate to
remove all fumes and gases.
The kinds of fumes and gases from the arc welding/cutting
depend on the kind of metal being used, coatings on the
metal, and the different processes. You must be careful when
cutting or welding any metals which may contain one or more
of the following:
Antimony, Chromium, Mercury, Arsenic, Cobalt, Nickel,
Barium, Copper, Selenium, Beryllium, Lead, Silver, Cadmium,
Manganese, Vanadium
Always read the safety data sheets (SDS) that should be
supplied with the material you are using. These SDS will give
you information regarding the kind and volume of fumes and
gases that may be dangerous to your health.
Use special equipment, such as water or down draft
welding/cutting tables, to capture fumes and gases.
Do not use the welding torch in an area where combustible or
explosive gases or materials are located.
Phosgene, a toxic gas, is generated from the vapours of
chlorinated solvents and cleansers. Remove all sources of
these vapours.
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Electric shock can injure or kill. The arc welding process uses
high voltage electrical energy. This electric energy can cause
severe or fatal shock to the operator or others in the
workplace.
Never touch any parts that are electrically “live”
Wear dry gloves and clothing. Insulate yourself from the work
piece or other parts of the welding circuit.
Repair or replace all worn or damaged parts.
Extra care must be taken when the workplace is moist or
damp.
Disconnect power source before performing any service or
repairs.
FIRE AND EXPLOSION
Fire and explosion can be caused by hot slag, sparks, or the
arc weld.
Be sure there is no combustible or flammable material in the
workplace. Any material that cannot be removed must be
protected.
Ventilate all flammable or explosive vapours from the
workplace.
Do not cut or weld on containers that may have held
combustibles.
Consult the site safety officer before working in areas where
fire hazards exist.
Do not
cut aluminium alloys underwater or on a water table
unless the hydrogen gas can be eliminated or dissipated.
Trapped hydrogen gas that is ignited will cause an explosion.
NOISE
Noise can cause permanent hearing loss. Arc welding/cutting
processes can cause noise levels to exceed safe limits. You
must protect your ears from loud noise to prevent permanent
loss of hearing.
To protect your hearing from loud noise, wear protective ear
plugs and/or ear muffs. Protect others in the workplace.
Noise levels should be measured to be sure the decibels
(sound) do not exceed safe levels.
ARC WELDING RAYS
Arc welding/cutting rays can injure your eyes and burn your
skin. The arc welding/cutting process produces very bright
ultra violet and infra red light. These arc rays will damage your
eyes and burn your skin if you are not properly protected.
To protect your eyes, always wear a welding helmet or shield.
Also always wear safety glasses with side shields, goggles or
other protective eye wear.
Wear welding gloves and suitable clothing to protect your skin
from the arc rays and sparks.
Keep helmet and safety glasses in good condition. Replace
lenses when cracked, chipped or dirty.
Protect others in the work area from the arc rays. Use
protective booths, screens or shields.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION
This welding machine is manufactured using advanced
inverter technology. The input voltage is rectified to DC and
then inverted to high frequency AC voltage. This allows the
use of a much smaller transformer and so allowing weight
saving and improved power efficiency.
