Longevity STICKWELD 315 - Manual (Page 8)

250/315 DC ARC Welders
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Safety Tips
Consider the following tips to ensure safe operation of your welding/cutting equipment:
 Ensure that this welding equipment is installed in an area free of corrosive chemical gases,
flammable gases or materials, and explosive chemicals.
 The area should contain little dust, and have a humidity of no more than 80%.
 Operate the welding equipment in an area sheltered from direct sunlight and precipitation. Work
area temperature should be maintained at -10 C to +40 C;
 If, because of an overload, the machine suddenly stops, and it is necessary to restart it, leave the
internal fan operating to lower the inside temperature.
 Always wear protective clothing and a welding mask to protect your skin.
 Wear safety goggles designed to darken the arc generated by your machine.
 Wear suitable noise protection to protect your hearing.
 Ensure that machine is grounded through the power cord or on the machine case.
 Never operate the machine in bare feet or on a wet floor.
 Never switch the machine off while it’s in use. Doing so will damage the internal circuitry.
 Ensure that your circuit breaker is rated to handle the current requirements of your machine.
 Use a UL approved receptacles and plugs with your machine. Never hard wire the machine to
main power.
 Work in a well ventilated area to avoid smoke. Keep your head out of the smoke. Ensure that air
is flowing away from you to avoid inhaling smoke.
 Ensure proper ventilation through the machine’s louvers. Maintain a distance of at least 12
inches between this cutting equipment and any other objects in the work area.
 Use a screen or curtain designed to keep passer byes from viewing the arc.
 The arc spray and metal spray from machine use may cause nearby fires. Use caution.
 If, after reviewing this manual, you have any problems in setting up or operating your machine,
contact us at [email protected].