STAMOS MAGITEX 160 Manual De Instrucciones página 22

b) Welding in places where flammable materials can ignite is forbidden.
c) Welding in an atmosphere containing an explosive mixture of flammable gases, vapors, mists
or dusts with air is forbidden.
d) Remove all flammable materials within a radius of 12 m from the welding site and, if this is
impossible, cover the flammable materials with a non-flammable cover.
e) Take precautionary measures against sparks and glowing metal particles.
f) Note that sparks or hot metal splinters can penetrate through slots or openings in protective
caps, covers or screens.
g) Do not weld tanks or barrels that contain or have contained flammable substances. Do not
weld in their vicinity either.
h) Do not weld pressurized tanks, pressure lines or pressure tanks.
i) Always provide sufficient ventilation.
j) Make sure you are in a stable position before starting to weld.
4.4. Personal protective equipment
Caution! Arc radiation can damage the eyes or skin of the body.
a) When welding, wear clean, oil-free protective clothing made of non-flammable and non-
conductive material (leather, thick cotton), leather gloves, high boots and a protective hood.
b) Before welding, get rid of any flammable or explosive items such as propane-butane lighters
and matches.
c) Use face protection (helmet or shield) and cover the eyes with a shade matching the welder's
eyesight and welding current. The safety standards suggest a No. 13 tint for any amperage
below 300 A. Lower shield tints may be used if the arc is covered by the workpiece.
d) Always use approved safety glasses with a side shield under the helmet or other shield.
e) Use workplace shields to protect others from glare or spatter.
f) Always wear earplugs or other hearing protection against excessive noise and to prevent
spatter from entering your ears.
g) Bystanders should be warned against looking at electric arc.
4.5. Protection against shock
Caution! Electric shock can be fatal.
a) Plug the power cord into the nearest outlet and route it in a practical and safe way. Avoid
spreading the cable carelessly around the room on an unstudied surface, which may result in
electric shock or fire.
b) Contact with electrically charged parts can cause an electric shock or severe burns.
c) The electric arc and the working area are electrically charged when the current flows.
d) The input circuit and the internal circuitry of the unit are also live when the power is on.
e) Do not touch the live components.
f) Wear dry, lint-free, insulated gloves and protective clothing.
g) Use insulating mats or other insulating coatings on the floor that are large enough to prevent
contact between the body and the object or the floor.
h) Do not touch the electric arc.
i) Turn off the power supply before handling, cleaning or replacing the electrode.
j) Make sure the grounding cable is properly connected and that the plug is properly inserted
into the grounded outlet. Improper grounding of the unit may result in a risk to life or health.
k) Regularly check the power cables for damage or lack of insulation. A damaged cable should
be replaced. Careless repair of insulation may result in death or personal injury.
l) Turn off the device when not in use.
m) The cable must not be wrapped around the body.
n) The workpiece must be properly grounded.
o) Only accessories that are in good condition may be used.
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