Hypertherm Command THC - Safety Precautions and Hazards

Hypertherm 1-1
11/08
Section 1
SAFETY
In this section:
Recognize safety information...................................................................................................................................................................1-2
Follow safety instructions .........................................................................................................................................................................1-2
Cutting can cause fire or explosion........................................................................................................................................................1-2
Electric shock can kill................................................................................................................................................................................1-3
Static electricity can damage circuit boards........................................................................................................................................1-3
Toxic fumes can cause injury or death...................................................................................................................................................1-4
A plasma arc can cause injury and burns.............................................................................................................................................1-5
Arc rays can burn eyes and skin.............................................................................................................................................................1-5
Grounding safety........................................................................................................................................................................................1-6
Compressed gas equipment safety .......................................................................................................................................................1-6
Gas cylinders can explode if damaged.................................................................................................................................................1-6
Noise can damage hearing.......................................................................................................................................................................1-7
Pacemaker and hearing aid operation ...................................................................................................................................................1-7
A plasma arc can damage frozen pipes ................................................................................................................................................1-7
Additional safety information....................................................................................................................................................................1-8
Symbols and markings..............................................................................................................................................................................1-8
Warning labels ............................................................................................................................................................................................1-9
Dry dust collection information.............................................................................................................................................................1-11