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SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS….cont
accessories. The use of improper accessories may cause hazards and will invalidate any
warranty you may have.
SECURE THE WORK-PIECE:
Always use welding clamps to secure the work piece. This
frees up both hands to operate the welder correctly.
DO NOT OVERREACH:
Keep proper footing and balance at all times.
USE THE RIGHT TOOL:
Do not use the welder to do a job for which it was not designed.
DO NOT OPERATE THE WELDER IN EXPLOSIVE ATMOSPHERES:
Do not use the welder
in the presence of flammable liquids, gases, dust or other combustible sources. Weld-
ing will create sparks which can ignite the dust or fumes.
DO NOT EXPOSE THE WELDER TO RAIN OR USE IT IN WET CONDITIONS:
Water enter-
ing the welder will greatly increase the risk of electric shock and equipment damage.
HAVE YOUR WELDER REPAIRED BY A QUALIFIED PERSON:
The welder is in accordance
with the relevant safety requirements. Repairs should only be carried out by qualified
persons using original spare parts, otherwise this may result in considerable danger to
the user.
Stop operation immediately if you notice anything abnormal.
Always disconnect the plug from the mains supply before cleaning or servicing etc.
Be alert at all times, especially during repetitive, monotonous operations; Don't be
lulled into a false sense of security.
Use of improper accessories may cause damage to the inverter welder and surround-
ing area as well as increasing the risk of injury.
Do not
modify the inverter welder to do tasks other than those intended.
To avoid injury, the work-piece should never be held with bare hands; The work-
piece will become hot during normal welding operations, and stay hot for a period
after the weld is complete.
Appropriate personal protective equipment
must
be worn and
must
be designed to
protect against all hazards created. Severe permanent injury can result from using
inappropriate or insufficient protective equipment - Eyes in particular are at risk.
The work should be clamped firmly whilst welding, If its loose it could result in per-
sonal injury or damage to the machine or item that is being welded.
Do not
attempt any repairs to the welder unless you are a competent electrician or
engineer.
Ensure that the machine is connected to the correct supply voltage and protected by
a fuse or circuit breaker of the recommend rating.
Never
allow the earth clamp and electrode holder to come into contact with each
other.
Understand the operating environment; Before each use the operator should assess,
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