INTRODUCTION
This User’s Guide provides specific information about your Firepower Welding System. This guide provides pertinent information needed to safely and effectively use your Firepower Welding System. The information in this manual applies to specific Firepower Welding System models. It gives instructions on
SAFETY PROFILE
Tradesmen respect the tools and equipment with which they work. They are also aware that tools and equip- ment are dangerous if used improperly or abused.
Read this guide prior to using your welding system. It enables you to do a better and safer job. You will also learn the machine’s application, limitations and the specific potential hazards related to welding.
SAFETY INFORMATION
The following safety information is provided to you as a guideline. Use it to operate your new Firepower Welding System under the safest possible conditions. Any equipment that uses electrical power is potentially dangerous to use when the safety or safe handling instructions are not known and/or are not followed. This safety information gives you the necessary information for safe use and operation.
Items in this manual that significantly affect safety are identified with the following headings. Please read and understand this manual. Pay special attention to items identified with these headings.
- Means there is a possibility of injury or death to yourself or others if the proper safety precautions are not followed.
- Means there is the possibility of damage to the Firepower Welding System or other property.
- Indicates points of interest for more efficient and convenient installation or opera- tion. It may be used before or after a procedure to highlight or better explain the step.
READ ALL SAFETY AND WARNING INSTRUCTIONS CAREFULLY before attempting to install, oper- ate or service this welding unit. Your failure to comply with the instructions could result in personal injury and/or property damage.
RETAIN THESE INSTRUCTIONS FOR YOUR FUTURE REFERENCE.
SAFETY SYMBOLS
Familiarize yourself with the warning symbols listed on the following pages. These symbols identify important safety messages in this manual. When you see one of these symbols, be alert to the possibility of personal injury and carefully read the message that follows.
Indicates that the possibility of electric shock hazard exists during the operation of the step(s) that follow.
Indicates that the possibility of fire hazard exists during the operation of the step(s) that follow.