Safety Warning - Power Fist 8154700 Mode D'emploi

Electric shock - do not use welder in wet areas. Risk of injury or death may result:
• Ensure unit and work area are properly grounded.
• Ensure that all electrical components are free from damage.
• Ensure that all cables are properly connected.
• Change any worn or damaged cables before use.
• Keep clothing, work area and welding unit dry at all times.
• Keep your body insulated from the work piece and the ground – use approved safety footwear,
especially when working in a moist environment.
• Wear gloves before turning power on or off.
The electromagnetic field can be dangerous:
• If you have a pacemaker, consult your doctor before welding.
The electromagnetic field may interfere with the pacemaker signal.
• Minimize exposure to the electromagnetic field by keeping the cables to one side –
avoid winding the cables around yourself.
• Limit the time spent at the welding site.
Avoid breathing in welding fog and gases:
• Make use of a natural or mechanical air cleaner/aerator in the work area.
• Do not weld the following metals: galvanized steel, stainless steel, copper, zinc, lead,
beryllium or calcium.
• Do not weld near degreasing or spraying operations – phosgene or similar gases may result.
• Stop welding immediately if you feel irritation to the eyes, nose or throat.
Equipment maintenance – improper maintenance may cause injury or death:
• Have the unit assembled and maintained only by licensed, qualified technicians.
• Turn off all power when performing any repair/maintenance work.
• Ensure that cables, grounding wire, connectors, main lead and power supply are working normally.
• Do not tamper with the unit or make any unauthorized changes.
• Keep all equipment safe and secure.
Signs used in the manual:
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DANGER
WARNING –
CAUTION

Safety Warning

Means sudden danger. Risk of serious injury or death.
Means potential danger. May result in serious injury or death.
Means risk of injury.
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