Introduction - ESAB PT 27 Instrucciones De Uso

INTRODUCTION

Caution!
This manual is intended for personnel with experience of plasma cutting.
The operator using the cutting equipment must always be aware of the risks and
safety regulations that this process entails.
National safety regulations for plasma cutting are generally recommended.
Unauthorised personnel are not permitted to install, use or service the equipment. It
is important that the following instructions are read and properly understood before
the equipment is installed and used.
In the event of uncertainty please contact ESAB AB or your nearest agent.
ARC WELDING AND CUTTING CAN BE INJURIOUS TO YOURSELF AND OTHERS. TAKE PRECAU-
TIONS WHEN WELDING. ASK FOR YOUR EMPLOYER'S SAFETY PRACTICES WHICH SHOULD BE
BASED ON MANUFACTURERS' HAZARD DATA.
ELECTRIC SHOCK - - Can kill
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Install and earth the welding unit in accordance with applicable standards.
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Do not touch live electrical parts or electrodes with bare skin, wet gloves or wet clothing.
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Insulate yourself from earth and the workpiece.
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Ensure your working stance is safe.
FUMES AND GASES - - Can be dangerous to health
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Keep your head out of the fumes.
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Use ventilation, extraction at the arc, or both, to keep fumes and gases from your breathing zone and
the general area.
ARC RAYS - - Can injure eyes and burn skin.
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Protect your eyes and body. Use the correct welding screen and filter lens and wear protective
clothing.
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Protect bystanders with suitable screens or curtains.
FIRE HAZARD
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Sparks (spatter) can cause fire. Make sure therefore that there are no inflammable materials nearby.
NOISE - - Excessive noise can damage hearing
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Protect your ears. Use ear defenders or other hearing protection.
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Warn bystanders of the risk.
MALFUNCTION - - Call for expert assistance in the event of malfunction.
READ AND UNDERSTAND THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL BEFORE INSTALLING OR OPERATING.
WARNING
PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS!
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