Model 3710 Plasma Control Console
Operator’s
Manual
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Issued: 01/02
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Section 1
Safety Guidelines
This section covers potential hazards and safety issues associated with
thermal spraying, preparing for its use, and its finishing processes.
Subjects include:
Fire prevention and protection
Safe operating conditions
Flame spray and HVOF equipment
Plasma and arc equipment
Abrasive blast machines
Safe operation of the equipment
Worker’s protection
Ventilation
Toxic material handling
Relevant safety standards
1.1 Reminder: Safety First!
Thermal spraying equipment is very powerful. Do not use equipment
carelessly or without observing safe practices. Be safe! Learn the
recommended procedures and standards. Failure to follow
recommended procedures and standards can result in severe damage to
equipment and injury to people.
Use the equipment only if you have been trained fully in its safe
operation. Do not allow untrained persons to install, operate, maintain,
or troubleshoot the equipment.
Make sure that you have read and understand the contents of this
manual - especially the safety guidelines and operating procedures -
before installing, operating, or maintaining this equipment. Contact a
Factory Representative if you do not fully understand any guidelines or
instructions.