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SAFETY WARNINGS

Please read these instructions carefully and retain for future reference.

ELECTRIC SHOCK

1. Isolate from the power supply and wait 5 minutes to allow the capacitors to

discharge before carrying out any servicing or maintenance on this welder.

2. Do not touch live electrical parts.

3. Never use electrode holders or cables which are damaged.

4. Keep the working environment, equipment, cables and clothing free from

grease, oil, moisture and dirt.

5. Ensure the welding machine has been correctly earthed.

6. The operator must be insulated from the floor and work bench using a dry

insulation mat.

7. Always ensure a second person is present in case of accident.

8. Keep welding cables away from power cables.

9. Regularly inspect the condition of the cables for signs of damage.

10. Remove the plug from the mains socket when not in use.

11. Ensure the earth connector is secured to bare metal adjacent to the weld,

and when not in use is insulated for safety.

12. The operator must prevent any gas cylinders in the vicinity of the work

piece from becoming part of the welding circuit.

FUMES & GASES

1. The welding process generates hazardous fumes as a by-product.

Inhalation of these fumes is hazardous to health.

2. Keep your head away from the weld to avoid breathing the fumes.

3. If welding in confined spaces ensure adequate ventilation and use a fume

extractor.

By-products of welding can react to create a toxic/explosive environment

WARNING: WHEN USING ELECTRICAL TOOLS, BASIC SAFETY

PRECAUTIONS SHOULD ALWAYS BE FOLLOWED TO REDUCE THE RISK OF

FIRE, ELECTRIC SHOCK AND PERSONAL INJURY

WARNING: READ ALL THESE INSTRUCTIONS BEFORE ATTEMPTING TO

OPERATE THIS PRODUCT AND KEEP THESE INSTRUCTIONS IN A SAFE PLACE.