Hot Max Torches VTK-HD-B - Manual (Page 2)

WARNING  Keep children away from this equipment
 Protect your self and others from possible injury
 Pacemaker wearers should consult with their doctor before operating
 Read and follow all instructions in this manual before operating
 All installation, operation, and maintenance procedures are to be per-
formed only by qualified individuals
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS
PLEASE READ BEFORE USING EQUIPMENT
ARC RAYS CAN BURN SKIN AND EYES
 Arc rays when welding produce intense ultraviolet and infrared rays that can burn skin and eyes
 Where face protection, either helmet or shield when operating with ANSI Z49.1 approved shade
#9 recommended for all cutting currents less than 300 amperes. The lens should conform to AN-
SI Z87.1 standards for testing.
 Wear approved safety glasses with side shields under the face protection
 Warn others not to stare at the arc as it can cause damage to the eyes. Provide barriers to protect
other workers in the area from the arc while operating
 Wear flame resistant gloves, clothing, and shoes when operating
FUMES AND GASES CAN BE HAZARDOUS
 Arc welding produces fumes and gases and breathing these gases is hazardous to your health
 Keep your head out of the fumes and do not breath the fumes while welding
 Work only in a confined area if it has sufficient ventilation, or while wearing an air supplied res-
pirator. Fumes from welding deplete the oxygen supply and can be harmful. Always be sure
there is ample breathing air
 Read the MSDS sheets and the instructions from manufacturers for metals to be welded, coat-
ings, and cleaners
 Do not use the welder near hydrocarbon vapors coming from degreasing, cleaning, or spraying
operations. The heat and rays can react with solvent vapors to create the gas phosgene, a very
toxic gas and other irritating gases
 Do not weld coated metals, such as galvanized, lead, or cadmium plated steel. Before welding,
all plating must be removed. The area must be well ventilated or an air supplied hood must be
used. The coatings and chemicals when burned cause highly irritating and toxic fumes.
 Do not weld containers with toxic, flammable, or reactive elements stored in them. They must be
emptied and properly prepared before welding.
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WELDING SPARKS CAN CAUSE INJURY, FIRE, OR EXPLOSION
 Remove all flammable materials from the welding area.
 Always have a charged fire extinguisher available in the welding area.
 When not welding make sure the welding gas cylinder valves are closed.
 Avoid welding near hydraulic lines, fuel lines, electrical cords, air hoses, or welding gas lines.
 Sparks and hot metal fly out from the work area when welding, wear approved safety glasses with
side shields under approved helmets, wear proper body and hand protection, and wear flame re-
sistant ear plugs to keep sparks from entering the ears