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This unit draws enough current to cause serious injury or death . Before turning the welder on , check
the electrode holder to be sure that there are no protruding screw heads, and that all insulation is secure.
Do not weld unless you are insulated form ground and the work piece.
2.
Avoid breathing fumes or gases . They can cause serious health problems. Use an active ventilation
system directly above the welding area. Keep your head out of the fumes.
3.
Avoid eye and body damage. Arc rays and infrared radiation can injure eyes and burn skin. Wear eye
and body protection. Do not allow viewing by visitors without proper eye and body protection. Use a
face shield with arc shaded filter plate.
4.
Know proper arc welding practices. Read and understand this instruction manual, as well as your
employer’s safety practices for arc welding.
5.
Connect only to a code approved power source. Connect only to a grounding power source conforming
to the National Electrical Code and Local Codes.
6.
Avoid fire ad explosion. Remove flammable and explosive material from at least 35 feet from the
welding arc to prevent welding sparks or molten metal from starting a fire. Keep a type ABC fire
extinguisher within easy reach. Thoroughly clean the object being welded of any paint, grease , or
other foreign material.
7.
Avoid being burned. Always wear welding gear: leather gloves, leather apron, and shoes.
8.
Wear proper clothing when welding. Use flameproof, welding type gloves. Wear cuffless pants and
pocketless shirt. Both must be free of oil and grease. Wear high-topped, safety to shoes with rubber
soles.
Unpacking
When unpacking, check to make sure the following parts are included.
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