Magmaweld ID 350 E PFC User Manual - page 21
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ID 350 E PFC
SAFETY RULES
BREATHING WELDING FUMES CAN BE HAZARDOUS TO YOUR HEALTH
Inhaling fumes and gases over a long period of time, generated during welding is dangerous and
forbidden .
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Irritation of the eyes, nose and throat are symptoms of inadequate ventilation. Take
immediate steps to improve ventilation. Do not continue welding if symptoms persist.
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Install a natural or forced air ventilation system in the work area.
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Install an adequate ventilation system in the welding and cutting area, if needed
install a system that can remove the fume and vapor accumulated in the entire work
area, to prevent pollution use adequate filtration in discharge.
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In the event of welding in small, confined places, or welding lead, beryllium,
cadmium, zinc, zinc coated or painted materials; also wear a fresh air supplied
respirator in addition to the above mentioned rules .
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Always have a trained watchperson nearby, while working in small confined places.
Avoid working in such confined places if possible.
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If gas cylinders are grouped in a different area, make sure that it is a well-ventilated
area. When not being used, turn off the main cylinder valve and watch out for gas
leakage .
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Shielding gasses such as argon is denser than air and when being used in confined
places, it can be inhaled which is dangerous for health.
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Do not perform welding operations near chlorinated hydrocarbon vapors produced
by degreasing or painting.
ARC RAYS CAN BURN EYES AND SKIN
Ÿ Use adequate welding helmet with correct shade of filter (4 or 13 considering EN 379)
to protect your eyes and face.
Ÿ Protect open parts of your body (arms, neck and ears) from arc rays by adequate
protective clothing.
Ÿ To protect others by arc rays and hot metals, surround the working area with flame
proof curtains which are higher than eye level and put up warning boards.
SPARKS & FLYING METALS CAN INJURE EYES
Ÿ Welding, wire brushing and grinding cause sparks and flying metal.
Ÿ To prevent injuries wear appropriate safety glasses with side shields even under your welding helmet .
MOVING PARTS CAN CAUSE INJURY
Ÿ Keep away from moving parts.
Ÿ Keep all doors, panels, and guards closed and secured.
Ÿ Wear shoes with metal protection over the fingers.