Overview
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OM-296747A | 4/15/24
Product intended use is limited to metals materials processing such as: stainless
steel, galvanized steel, mild steel, and aluminum. The OptX model, in addition, is
recommended for welding of reflective materials such as aluminum 6XXX, nickel
alloys, titanium, brass and copper parts.
1.2.2 Non-Intended Use (Foreseeable Misuse)
Use of this product should be limited to fully trained industrial, professional or
commercial operators who are responsible for welding in industrial and non-
industrial installations for commercial purposes. The device is to be used exclu-
sively in the intended operation according to section 1.2.1 [▶17].
All users of this product should be trained in both welding and laser safety,
and must follow all instructions and safety warnings in the Owner’s Manual,
safety labels on the OptX device, and all applicable safety standards, laws and
regulations.
Examples of product misuse include the following:
1. Use of this product by untrained persons in any area.
2. Inadequate safeguards at the working site.
Key safeguards include: (1) Establishing a Laser Controlled Area with an inter-
locked entrance; (2) Providing PPE for all persons within the laser controlled
area (e.g. laser safety glasses, welding helmet with adequate filters and face
shield, laser and heat-resistant clothes, gloves and apron).
3. Unauthorized modification or conversion of the product by the user or other
personnel without the express written permission of Miller Electric Mfg. LLC.
4. Intentionally disabling or by-passing product safety systems.
5. Using parts and consumables (other than PPE that meets safety require-
ments) from other manufacturers (e.g. protective window, nozzle tips, etc)
which do not meet minimum requirements.
6. Using this product to weld parts that contain materials other than those
described in section 1.2.1 [▶17] above.
7. Removing or defacing safety labeling and hazard notices.
8. Holding parts in hand or in any manner where the torch is pointed in the
direction of any individual’s body parts.
9. Use of this product by any individual in residential area.
10. Welding on containers that contain flammable, combustible or unknown
materials.
1.3 Target Groups
This manual for the product OptX has been created by Miller for the operating and
maintenance personnel of the product owner.
• Metal Fabrication Shops • Maintenance and Repair
• Auto Body Applications • Aerospace and Transportation
• Construction and piping • Farm, furniture and appliances
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