SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Thank you for choosing this machine! To get the best use from your machine please read the following carefully. This
User Manual is designed to help you get the most out of your welding equipment.
Read and understand the following safety recommendations before using or servicing the unit.
Any modification or maintenance not indicated in the manual must not be carried out.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any injury to the operator or damage to the equipment or surrounding area,
due to failure to follow the instructions detailed in this manual.
If there is any issue or uncertainty, please consult a qualified individual to operate the equipment correctly.
WORKPLACE
This equipment must only be used for welding operations in accordance with the limits indicated on the descriptive
panel and/or in the user manual. The operator must respect the safety precautions that apply to this type of welding.
The manufacturer is not responsible for any incorrect or dangerous operation.
According to the standard IEC 60974-10, this class A device is designed to be used in an industrial or professional envi-
ronment.
It can be difficult to ensure electromagnetic compatibility, due to conducted disturbances as well as radiation.
This equipment must be used and stored in a place protected from dust, acid, gas or any other corrosive. Operate the
machine in an open, or well-ventilated area.
Operating temperature:
Use between 10 and +40°C (+14 and +104°F).
Store between -25 and +55°C (-13 and 131°F).
Air humidity:
Lower or equal to 50% at 40°C (104°F).
Lower or equal to 90% at 20°C (68°F).
Up to 2,000m above the sea level (6500 feet).
Do not use this equipment to thaw pipes, to charge batteries, or to start any engine.
INDIVIDUAL PROTECTION
Arc welding can be dangerous and can cause serious and even fatal injuries.
Protect yourself and protect others.
Welding exposes the user to dangerous heat, arc rays, electromagnetic fields, noise, gas fumes, and electrical shocks.
People wearing pacemakers are advised to see their doctor before using this device.
In order to protect against burns and arc eye, protective clothing should be worn at all times: fire-proof clothing (cotton,
overalls or jeans), protective gloves and a fire-proof apron, ensuring whole body is covered.
Wear protective gloves which guarantee you an electrical and thermal insulation.
It may be necessary to install fireproof welding curtains to protect others against arc rays, weld spatters and sparks.
Inform the people around the working area to not look at the arc ray or the molten metal and to wear protective clothes.
It is necessary to protect yourself with a welding hood (rated NR.10 or higher) and to protect your eyes during the
operation.
Do not operate whilst wearing contact lenses.
Ensure ear protection is worn by the operator and anyone in the surrounding area if the work exceeds the authorised
noise limit.
DO NOT TOUCH moving parts (e.g. engine, fan...) with hands, hair, clothes etc...
The rollers must not be touched when the wire feeder is working.
Never remove the safety cover of the wire feeder when the machine is plugged in - The manufacturer is not responsible
for any accident or injury that happens as a result of not following these safety precautions.
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