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FIRE SAFETY
ARC and hot slag can cause fire
Clear away or protect flammable objects.
Remove or make safe all combustible materials for
a Radius of 35 feet (10 meters) around the work area.
Use a fire resistant material to cover Or block all
open doorways, windows, Cracks, and other openings.
Keep ABC-type fire extinguisher near work area
and know how to use it.
Maintain a safe working environment.
Keep the work area well lit.
Make sure there is adequate surrounding
workspace. Keep the work area free of obstruc-
tions, grease, oil, trash, and other debris.
Do not operate welders in atmospheres containing
dangerously reactive or flammable liquids, gases,
vapors, or dust.
Provide adequate ventilation in work areas to
prevent accumulation of such substances.
Welders create sparks which may ignite flammable
substances or make reactive fumes toxic.
If working on a metal wall, ceiling, etc.,
prevent ignition of combustibles on the other side
by moving the combustibles to a safe location. If
relocation of combustibles is not possible,
designate someone to serve as a fire watch,
equipped with a fire extinguisher, during the cutting
process and for at least one half hour after the
cutting is completed.
Do not weld or cut on materials having a
combustible coating or combustible internal
structure, as in walls or ceilings, without an
approved method for eliminating the hazard.
Do not dispose of hot slag in containers holding
combustible materials.
After welding, make a thorough examination for
evidence of fire. Be aware that easily visible
smoke or flame may not be present for some time
after the fire has started.
Do not apply heat to a container that has held an
unknown substance or a combustible material
whose contents, when heated, can produce
flammable or explosive vapors. Clean and purge
containers before applying heat. Vent closed
containers, including castings,before preheating,
welding, or cutting.
GAS SHIELDED WELDING – CYLINDER SAFETY
Cylinders can explode when damaged
Never weld on a pressurized or a closed cylinder.
Never allow an electrode holder, electrode, welding
torch, or welding wire to touch the cylinder.
Keep cylinders away from any electrical circuits,
including welding circuits.
Keep protective cap in place over the valve except
when the cylinder is in use.
Use only correct gas shielding equipment
designed specifically for the type of welding you
will do. Maintain this equipment properly.
Protect gas cylinders from heat, being struck,phys-
ical damage, slag, flames, sparks, and arcs.
Always use proper procedures to move cylinders
GROUNDING
Do not use the Welder if the power cord or plug is
damaged. If damaged, have it repaired by a service
facility before use. If the plug will not fit the outlet,
have a proper outlet installed by a qualified
electrician, do not use adapter plugs.
The green wire inside the cord is connected to the
grounding system in the Welder. The green wire in
the cord must be the only wire connected to the
Welder’s grounding system and must never be
attached to an electrically “live” terminal. Never
leave the grounding wire disconnected or modify
the Power Cord Plug in any way.
Make sure the tool is connected to an outlet having
the same configuration as the plug. If the tool
must be reconnected for use on a different type of
electric circuit, the reconnection should be made
by qualified service personnel; and after
reconnection, the tool should comply with all local
codes and ordinances.
To prevent electric shock and death from
incorrect grounding wire connection: check with a
qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to
whether the outlet is properly grounded.
WARNING!
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