Safety
10
BXM32, BXM42
3-point Hitch Chipper-Shredder
Safety
2.9
Welding Safety
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Welding repairs are to be performed by a trained welder
with proper service instructions. Know the material to
be welded and select the correct welding procedure and
materials (electrodes, rods, wire) that provide a weld metal
strength equivalent to the parent material.
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Work with extra care when welding, grinding or torch
cutting near flammable objects.
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Welding on painted surfaces releases dangerous fumes
and results in a poor weld joint that can result in failure and
potential accidents. Always remove paint from areas to be
welded.
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Heated paint gives of poisonous gases. Therefore, paint
must be removed from an area with a radius of at least
4" (10 cm) before carrying out welding, grinding or gas
cutting. In addition to the health hazard, the weld is of
inferior quality and strength if the paint is not removed.
Methods and precautionary measures when removing paint:
Blasting—use respiratory protective equipment and protective
goggles.
Paint remover or other chemicals—use a portable air extractor,
respiratory protective equipment and protective gloves.
Grinding—use a portable air extractor, respiratory protective
equipment and protective gloves and goggles.
