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General Safety
WARNING: Read this manual before operating,adjusting and servicing
this welder.
WARNING SIGHT RISK: Arc glare can permanently damage your eyesight.
Alwaysuseasuitableweldingmask,faceshieldorhelmet.Alwayscheckconditionofeye
protection before use.
WARNING FIRE RISK: All ammable materials must be removed from the
welding area.
WARNING WELDING FUMES: Toxic gases are given off during welding. Always use
in a well-ventilated area.
WARNING BURN RISK: Wear welding gloves at all times when welding. They will
reduce the risk of burn injuries and ultra-violet radiation. In addition,wear a leather apron to
protect from spatter and a cap when welding overhead.
WARNING: This appliance is not intended for use by persons (including children)
with reduced, physical or mental capabilities or lack of experience or knowledge unless
they have been given supervision or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety. Children must be supervised to ensure that they do
not play with the appliance.
Keep work area clear - Cluttered areas and benches invite injuries
• Consider work area environment
- Do not expose welder to rain
- Do not use welder in damp or wet locations
- Keep work area well lit
• Keep other persons away. Do not let persons, especially children,not involved
in the work touch the tool or the extension cord and keep them away from the
work area
WARNING: Not using protective equipment or appropriate clothing can cause
personal injury or increase the severity of an injury.
• Do not abuse the power cable. Never pull the power cable to disconnect it
from the socket.Keep the power cable away from heat, oil and sharp edges.
Damaged or entangled power cables increase the risk of electric shock
• Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times
• Maintain tools with care
- Inspect tool power cables periodically and have them repaired by an
authorised service facility if damaged
- Inspect extension cables periodically and replace if damaged
• Disconnect-Disconnectweldersfromthepowersupplywhennotinuse,beforeservicing
and when changing accessories
WARNING: The use of accessories or attachments not recommended by the
manufacturer may result in a risk of injury to persons.
• Stay alert
- Watch what you are doing, use common sense and do not operate the tool
when you are tired
-Donotuseawelderwhileyouareundertheinuenceofdrugs,alcohol
or medication
WARNING:A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in
serious personal injury.
• Check damaged parts
WARNING: Do not use the welder if the on/off switch does not switch the tool on
and off. The switch must be repaired before the welder is used.
• Have your tool repaired by a qualied person. This welder complies with the relevant
safetyrules.Repairsshouldonlybecarriedoutbyqualiedpersons,otherwisethismayresult
in considerable danger to the user
WARNING: When servicing use only identical replacement parts.
WARNING: If the power cable is damaged it must be replaced by the manufacturer
or an authorised service centre.
WARNING: Power tool mains plugs must match the mains socket. Never modify
the plug in any way.Do not use any adaptor plugs with earthed (grounded) power tools.
Unmodiedplugsandmatchingsocketswillreduceriskofelectricshock.
Welding Safety
• Weldingproducestoxicfumesandcanreduceoxygenlevelsintheworkarea.Always
work in a well-ventilated area.Avoid inhaling welding fumes, use a suitable respirator
where appropriate
• Somemetalpartsmayhavezinc,lead,cadmiumorothercoatings.Attemptingtoweld
throughthesecoatingscanproducehighlytoxicfumes.Alwaysremoveallcoatings
before welding
• Ifyouexperienceirritationtothelungs,throatoreyeswhilstwelding,STOPIMMEDIATELY
and seek fresh air
• WeldingproducesextremelyhighlevelsofUVlight.Topreventeyedamage,ALWAYSuse
anapprovedweldingfacemask.Undernocircumstanceslookdirectlyatthearc
• Thelightproducedwhenarcweldingcanbeattractivetolookat,especiallytochildren.
Alwayspreventotherpeoplefromviewingthearcweldinglightwithunprotectedeyes
• Ifthereisapossibilityofotherpeopleapproachingtheworkarea,erectsuitablescreening
to protect them from the light / glare
• Alwaysreplacethewelderfacemaskglassassoonasitshowsanysignsofwearordamage
• Topreventskindamage,ALWAYSwearasuitablere-prooflongsleevedjacket,heatproof
gloves, and cap. Keep covered up
• Alwaysremoveanyammablematerials(e.g.cigarettelighter,matches)fromyour
clothing before welding
• Alwayskeepareextinguishernearbywhenwelding
• Sparksgeneratedwhileweldingcanigniteammablematerialseasilyintheweldingarea,
soitisimportanttoremoveammablematerialsbeforecommencingwelding
• Onlyweldwhentheworkareaandallworkpiecesaredry
• Do not weld sealed containers (e.g. fuel tanks, air tanks,oil drums).The heat generated
from welding can cause sealed containers to burst without warning
• Beawareoftransferredheat.Metalpartscanconductheatawayfromtheworkareaand
causeignitionofammablematerials
• Beawarethatweldedpartswillremainhotforsometimeafterjoining.Allowtocool
completelybeforehandling,orleavingunattended
• Neverweldwhereammablegases,liquidsordustarepresent
• Ensurethatthereisalwaysaresponsiblepersonnearbytoalertyoutoanyre,ortocall
helpinanemergency
• Useofweldingmachineswillcreatepowerfulmagneticelds.Thismaydisturbthe
operation of sensitive electronic equipment. Pacemaker wearers should consult a doctor
before using a welding machine
• Donotoverloadpowersupply.Checkthatyourmainswiringiscapableofdeliveringthe
requiredcurrentsafely(seespecication)
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