MAGNAWELD MONOMAG 180 User Manual - page 4
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Monomag 180
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 .
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
Install a natural or forced air ventilation system in the work area
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
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
Always have a trained watchperson nearby, while working in small confined places.
Avoid working in such confined places if possible
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
Shielding gasses such as argon is denser than air and when being used in confined
places, can be inhaled
is dangerous for health
Do not perform welding operations near chlorinated hydrocarbon vapors produced
by degreasing or painting
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ARC RAYS CAN BURN EYES AND SKIN
Use adequate welding helmet with correct shade of filter (4 or 13 considering EN 379)
to protect your eyes and face
Protect open parts of your body (arms, neck and ears) from arc rays by adequate
protective clothing
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.
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SPARKS & FLYING METALS CAN INJURE EYES
Welding, wire brushing and grinding cause sparks and flying metal.
To prevent injuries wear appropriate safety glasses with side shields even under your welding helmet .
MOVING PARTS CAN CAUSE INJURY
Keep away from moving parts
Keep all doors, panels, and guards closed and secured
Wear shoes with metal protection over the fingers.
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