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Chapter 9: Safety
Read Before Welding
ONLY PERSONNEL TRAINED AND CERTIFIED BY
THE MANUFACTURER SHOULD SERVICE THE UNIT.
Use only genuine replacement parts from the manufacturer.
**Contact Sunstone Engineering before opening the unit for any reason**
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
e below safety advice is generalized advice for the welding industry. ese safety precautions are not
all inclusive. All users should exercise caution while using this device. e following groups of symbols are
warning symbols:
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR FIRE OR EXPLOSION
ere is a possibility that flying sparks, hot work pieces, and/or hot equipment can cause fires and burns.
Ensure that the work area is clean and safe for welding before starting any weld job.
• Wear appropriate eye protection while using the weld head.
• Do not install or operate unit near combustible surfaces.
• Do not install or operate unit near flammables.
• Do not weld where flying sparks can strike flammable material.
• Remove all flammable materials from the welding area. If this is not possible,
tightly cover them with approved covers.
• Protect yourself and others from flying sparks and hot metal.
• Do not weld where the atmosphere may contain flammable dust, gas, or vapors.
• Remove any combustibles, such as butane lighters or matches, from your person before doing any
welding.
• Watch for fire and keep a fire extinguisher nearby.
• Do not overload your building’s electrical wiring – be sure the power distribution system is properly
sized, rated, and protected to handle this unit.