DO NOT use this machine unless you have been instructed
in its safe use and operation and have been given permission
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
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Safety glasses must be worn at all times in addition to welding mask.
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A welding mask with correct grade lens for GMAW must be worn.
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Oil free leather gloves and spats must be worn.
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Sturdy footwear with rubber soles must be worn.
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Long and loose hair must be contained.
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Rings and jewellery must not be worn.
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Respiratory protection devices may be required.
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Close fitting/protective clothing to cover arms and legs must be worn.
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PRE-OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS
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√ Locate and ensure you are familiar with all machine operations and controls.
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√ Check workspaces and walkways to ensure no slip/trip hazards are present.
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√ Ensure the work area is clean and clear of grease, oil and any flammable materials.
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√ Keep the welding equipment, work area and your gloves dry to avoid electric shocks.
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√ Ensure your gloves, welding torch and work leads are in good condition.
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√ Ensure other people are protected from flashes by closing the curtain to the welding bay or erecting screens.
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√ Start the fume extraction unit is on before beginning to weld.
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√ Ensure work leads do not create a tripping hazard.
OPERATIONAL SAFETY CHECKS
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√ Ensure machine is correctly set up for current, voltage, and gas flow.
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√ Ensure work return earth cables make firm contact to provide a good electrical connection.
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√ Strike the arc before placing the tip of the filler wire in the weld zone.
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√ Turn off the power while changing tungsten electrodes.
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√ Take care to avoid flashes.
ENDING OPERATIONS AND CLEANING UP
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√ Switch off the machine and fume extraction unit when work completed.
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√ Close the gas cylinder valve.
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√ Hang up welding gun and leads.
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√ Leave the work area in a safe, clean and tidy state.
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POTENTIAL HAZARDS
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• Electric shock.
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• Fumes.
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• Radiation burns to eyes or body.
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• Body burns due to hot or molten materials.
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• Flying sparks.
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• Fire.
DON’T
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× Do not use faulty equipment. Immediately report suspect equipment
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× Never leave the welder running unattended.
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