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1. SAFETY
Welding is dangerous, and may cause damage to you and others, so take good protection when welding. For
details, please refer to the operator safety guidelines in conformity with the accident prevention requirements of
the manufacturer.
SMART MIG 500 MP
Professional training is needed before operating the machine.
Use labor protection welding supplies authorized by
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national security supervision department.
Operators should be with valid work permits for metal
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welding (gas cutting) operations.
Cut off power before maintenance or repair.
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Electric shock—may lead to serious injury or even death.
Install earth device according to the application criteria.
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Never touch the live parts when skin bared or wearing
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wet gloves/clothes.
Make sure that you are insulated from the ground and
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workpiece.
Make sure that your working position is safe.
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Smoke& gas—may be harmful to health.
Keep your head away from smoke and gas to avoid
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inhalation of exhaust gas from welding.
Keep the working environment well ventilated with
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exhaust or ventilation equipment when welding.
Arc radiation—may damage eyes or burn skin.
Wear suitable welding masks and protective clothing to
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protect your eyes and body.
Use suitable masks or screens to protect spectators from
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harm.
Improper operation may cause fire or explosion.
Welding sparks may result in a fire, so please make sure
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no combustible materials nearby and pay attention to
fire hazard.
Have a fire extinguisher nearby, and have a trained
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person to use it.
Airtight container welding is forbidden
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Do not use this machine for pipe thawing.
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Hot workpiece may cause severe scalding.
Do not contact hot workpiece with bare hands.
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Cooling is needed during continuous use of the welding
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torch.
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