Electric Thermit ® Igniter; Fire Prevention; Authorized Persons - GOLDSCHMIDT SMARTWELD SPARK Thermit Mode D'emploi

6.3.2 Electric Thermit
The device produces an electric voltage pulse to ignite the Thermit
pulse lies in a voltage range lower than 60 V. Nevertheless, misuse can cause
electrical shock.

6.3.3 Fire Prevention

Obey all workplace fire regulations.
6.4

Authorized Persons

Thermit Welding is a safety-relevant activity. According to DIN EN 14730-2, every
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operator must have successfully completed process-specific training at a welders
training centre accredited by the railway company, with the involvement of the
process provider. The operator must possess a „Certificate for Thermit
Rails" according to DIN EN 14730-2 point 4.1, and a „Qualification Card for Welding
Processes" according to DIN EN 14730-2 point 4.2.
Any person working with the electric Thermit
» Be older than 18 years.
» Have a solid physical constitution and in full command of his/her
mental and physical faculties; capable of fast action.
» Be well rested and not under the influence of alcohol, drugs or
medications which may impair reaction time.
Igniter
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The batteries may cause fire, explode or lead to chemical
burn when using improperly. Hence, short-circuiting, forcing,
throwing into fire, squeezing, dunking into water, forcing to
discharge or exposing to temperatures higher than 45 °C are
not allowed
Igniter SMARTWELDSPARK must:
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