Tweco 170 HF Weldskill - Manual (Page 10)

WELDSKILL 170 HF INVERTER
1-4 April 23, 2008
4. Never allow a welding electrode to touch any
cylinder.
5. Use only correct shielding gas cylinders,
regulators, hoses, and fittings designed for the
specific application; maintain them and associated
parts in good condition.
6. Turn face away from valve outlet when opening
cylinder valve.
7. Keep protective cap in place over valve except
when cylinder is in use or connected for use.
8. Read and follow instructions on compressed gas
cylinders, associated equipment, and CGA
publication P-1 listed in Safety Standards.
WARNING
Engines can be dangerous.
WARNING
ENGINE EXHAUST GASES can kill.
Engines produce harmful exhaust gases.
1. Use equipment outside in open, well-ventilated
areas.
2. If used in a closed area, vent engine exhaust
outside and away from any building air intakes.
WARNING
ENGINE FUEL can cause fire or explosion.
Engine fuel is highly flammable.
1. Stop engine before checking or adding fuel.
2. Do not add fuel while smoking or if unit is near
any sparks or open flames.
3. Allow engine to cool before fueling. If possible,
check and add fuel to cold engine before beginning
job.
4. Do not overfill tank — allow room for fuel to
expand.
5. Do not spill fuel. If fuel is spilled, clean up before
starting engine.
WARNING
MOVING PARTS can cause injury.
Moving parts, such as fans, rotors, and belts can cut
fingers and hands and catch loose clothing.
1. Keep all doors, panels, covers, and guards
closed and securely in place.
2. Stop engine before installing or connecting
unit.
3. Have only qualified people remove guards or
covers for maintenance and troubleshooting
as necessary.
4. To prevent accidental starting during
servicing, disconnect negative (-) battery
cable from battery.
5. Keep hands, hair, loose clothing, and tools
away from moving parts.
6. Reinstall panels or guards and close doors
when servicing is finished and before starting
engine.
WARNING
SPARKS can cause BATTERY GASES TO
EXPLODE; BATTERY ACID can burn eyes
and skin.
Batteries contain acid and generate explosive gases.
1. Always wear a face shield when working on a
battery.
2. Stop engine before disconnecting or connecting
battery cables.
3. Do not allow tools to cause sparks when working
on a battery.
4. Do not use welder to charge batteries or jump start
vehicles.
5. Observe correct polarity (+ and –) on batteries.