ud_fr_st_sv_00467 022013
III
EN
Before starting work, all persons to be entrusted with carrying out work with
(or on) the machine shall undertake
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to observe the basic regulations on workplace safety and accident
prevention
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to read this operating manual particulary the sections on “Safety rules”
and to sign to confirm that they have understood these and will comply
with them.
Before leaving the workplace, personnel must ensure that there is no risk of
injury or damage being caused during their absence.
Obligations of
personnel
Protection for
yourself and
other persons
When welding, you are exposed to many different hazards such as:
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flying sparks and hot metal particles
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arc radiation which could damage your eyes and skin
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harmful electromagnetic fields which may put the lives of cardiac pace-
maker users at risk
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electrical hazards from mains and welding current
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increased exposure to noise
Mains connec-
tion
High-performance devices can affect the quality of the mains power due to
their current-input.
This may affect a number of types of device in terms of:
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connection restrictions
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criteria with regard to maximum permissible mains impedance
*)
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criteria with regard to minimum short-circuit power requirement
*)
*)
at the interface with the public mains network
see Technical Data
In this case, the plant operator or the person using the device should check
whether or not the device is allowed to be connected, where appropriate
through discussion with the power supply company.
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noxious welding fumes and gases.
Anybody working on the workpiece during welding must wear suitable
protective clothing with the following characteristics:
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flame-retardant
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isolating and dry
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must cover whole body, be undamaged and in good condition
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protective helmet
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trousers with no turn-ups
NOTE!
Ensure that the mains connection is earthed properly.
