GYS CAPATEK 66 FV Mode D'emploi page 21

Original instructions
WELDING FUMES AND GAS
Fumes, gases and dusts emitted by welding are harmful to health. It is mandatory to ensure adequate ventilation,
and an additional air supply may be required. An air-fed mask could be a solution in situations where there is
inadequate ventilation.
Check the extraction system's performance against the relevant safety standards.
Care should be taken when welding in confined spaces, and supervision from a safe distance is essential. In addition, welding certain
materials containing lead, cadmium, zinc, mercury, or even beryllium, can be particularly harmful.
Remove any grease from workpieces before welding. Welding should not be carried out near grease or paint.
RISK OF FIRES AND EXPLOSIONS
Fully protect the welding area, and ensure that fl ammable materials are kept at least 11 metres away.
Fire fi ghting equipment should be kept close to wherever the welding activities are being undertaken.
Beware of hot materials and sparks being projected, even through cracks, as they can potentially be the source of a fire or explosion.
Keep people, flammable objects and pressurised containers at a safe distance. Welding in closed containers or tubes should be
avoided, and if they are open, they should be emptied of any flammable or explosive materials (oil, fuel, residual gas, etc.).
Grinding work must not be directed towards the source of the welding current or towards any flammable materials.
ELECTRICAL SAFETY
The electrical network used must be earthed. A direct or indirect electric shock can cause a serious injury, or even
death.
Do not touch any live part, either inside or outside of the machine, when it is plugged in (cables, electrodes, arms, gun, etc.), as
these are all linked to the welding circuit.
Before opening the welding power source, disconnect it from the mains supply and wait 2 minutes. This will ensure that all the capa-
citors are discharged.
Ensure that all cables, electrodes, or arms, are changed by qualified and authorised personnel if they are damaged. Measure the cable
cross-section according to the intended application. Always use dry and in-tact clothing to insulate yourself from the welding circuit.
Wear insulated shoes in all working environments.
EMC CLASSIFICATION
This Class A device is not intended for use in a residential environment where power is provided by the public
low-voltage local supply network. There may be potential diffi culties in maintaining electromagnetic compatibility
at these sites, due to both conducted, and radiated radio frequency interference.
This equipment complies with the IEC 61000-3-12 standard.
EN 61000-3-12
This equipment complies with IEC 61000-3-11.
EN 61000-3-11
ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCES
An electric current passing through any conductor produces localised electric and magnetic fi elds (EMF). The
welding current produces an electromagnetic fi eld around the welding circuit and the welding equipment.
Electromagnetic fields (EMFs) can interfere with some medical devices, pacemakers for example. Protective measures must be taken
for people with medical implants. For example, restricted access for spectators, or an individual risk assessment for welders.
All welders should use the following procedures to minimise exposure to electromagnetic fields from the welding circuit:
• position the welding cables together with – secure them with a clip, if possible;
• position your body and head as far as possible from the welding circuit;
• never wrap welding cables around your body;
• do not position yourself in between the welding cables. Both welding cables should be placed on the same side of the body;
• Connect the earth cable to the workpiece, as close as possible to the welding area;
• do not work directly next to the welding power source, Do not sit on, or lean against it;
• do not move the welding power source or wire feeder while it is in use.
Pacemaker users should consult a doctor before using this equipment.
Exposure to electromagnetic fi elds during welding may have other health eff ects that are not yet known.
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