Model 3710 Plasma Control Console
Operator’s
Manual
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Issued: 01/02
Page
2
1.2
General Guidelines
All persons concerned with thermal spraying must know and understand
these safe practices and the safety regulations contained in established
standards. Pertinent established standards are listed in "Related
Publications" on page vi.
Information presented in this manual and on various labels, tags, and
plates on the unit pertains to equipment design, installation, operation,
maintenance, and troubleshooting that should be read, understood, and
followed for the safe and effective use of this equipment.
The installation, operation, maintenance, and troubleshooting of thermal
spray equipment requires practices and procedures that ensure personal
safety and the safety of others. Therefore, this equipment is to be
installed, operated, and maintained by qualified persons as specified in this
manual and in accordance with all applicable codes such as, but not
limited to, those listed in section 1, and the corresponding sections of the
manual. You should thoroughly understand and comply with local, state,
and federal (OSHA) health standards, especially when handling toxic
materials.
1.3 Fire Protection and Prevention
1.3.1 Work Areas
Keep the work area clean! Avoid accumulating metal dusts. Inspect
rafters, tops of booths, and floor cracks for dust accumulation.
NEVER
store paper, wood, oily rags, or cleaning solvents within the
spray room or enclosure.
1.3.2 High
Temperatures
Thermal spraying operations generate extremely high temperatures.
NEVER
point thermal spray equipment at any person or flammable
material.