Lincoln Electric IM10121 Mobiflex 400-MS - Manual (Page 16)

B-1 OPERATION B-1
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
INTENDED USE
The product has been designed exclusively for extract-
ing and filtering fume which is released during common
weld processes. Using the product for other purposes
is considered contrary to its intended use. The manu-
facturer accepts no liability for any damage resulting
from such use.
Only use the product in mechanically sound condition
in accordance with its intended use and the instruc-
tions set forth in the user manual.
MODIFICATIONS
Modifications of this product, other than those speci-
fied in this manual, are not allowed. Any unauthorized
modification will void the product warranty.
GENERAL SAFETY
The manufacturer does not accept any liability for dam-
age to the product caused by a failure to follow the
safety and other instructions in this manual, modifica-
tions made to equipment or by negligence during
installation, use, maintenance and repair of the product
mentioned on the cover of this document and any cor-
responding accessories.
Specific working conditions or used accessories may
require additional safety instructions. Immediately con-
tact your supplier if you detect a potential hazard when
using the product.
MOBIFLEX 400-MS(/HE) BASE UNIT & LFA 3.1/4.1 MOBILE MANUAL/AUTOMATIC
FUMES and GASES can be
dangerous.
• Use in open, well ventilated areas
or vent exhaust outside.
The operation of welding fume control equipment
is affected by various factors including proper use
and positioning of the equipment, maintenance of
the equipment and the specific welding procedure
and application involved. Worker exposure level
should be checked upon installation and periodi-
cally thereafter to be certain it is within applicable
federal, state and/or local regulations and guide-
lines (i.e. OSHA PEL and ACGIH TLV limits in the
U.S.).
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WARNING
Only use the product for the weld-
ing processes described in the
General Description. Avoid using
the product for extracting and/or fil-
tering fumes and gases which are
released during the following (weld-
ing) processes:
• oxy-fuel cutting
• aluminum laser cutting
• oil-treated metal
• arc-air gouging
• oil mist
• paint mist
• heavy oil mist in welding fume
• hot gases (more than 40°C/100°F continuously)
• aggressive gases (e.g. from acids)
• plasma cutting
• grinding aluminum and magnesium
• flame spraying
• extraction of cement, saw dust, wood dust etc.
• sucking cigarettes, cigars, oiled tissues and
other burning particles, objects and acids
• in all situations where explosions can occur
(This list is not comprehensive.)
If the product is used in above situations it could
result in potential fire hazard, non-compliance with
local regulations and reduction in product perfor-
mance and life.
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WARNING
Avoid using the product for filter-
ing dust particles which are
released when welding surfaces
treated with primer.
Never use the product without pre-
filter and LongLife filter cartridge.
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WARNING