BUG-O Systems BGW-5000 - Manual (Page 8)

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8. Electromagnetic fields are harmful to human bodies
A. The current flowing through any conductors will generate an electromagnetic field (EMF), thus welding
current will generate an EMF near the welding cable and the welder.
B. Cardiac pacemaker can be affected by an EMF, thus welding workers who have cardiac pacemaker
must consult doctors before the welding operation.
C. When exposed in the EMF during the welding operation, it may results in some other unknown effects to
the human body.
D. All welding worker must follow the following measures to reduce the exposure extent of the EMF area in
the welding circuit.
1. Coil the covered electrode and the working cable together and fasten them with rubberized fabric if it
is possible.
2. The coiling of the welding cable around body is prohibited.
3. The operator is prohibited to be located between the covered electrode and the working cable. That
is to say, the working cable should be located on your right if the covered electrode cable is on your right.
4. The work (ground) cable should be as close to the work piece as possible.
5. Work in the vicinity of the power source is prohibited when the unit is being used.