Harbor Freight Tools 98871 Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained welders

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d.Do not abuse the cord. Never use the cord for carrying, pulling or unplugging the welder. Keep cord away from heat, oil, sharp edges or moving parts. Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock.

e.When operating a welder outdoors, use an extension cord suitable for outdoor use. Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock.

f. If operating a welder in a damp location is unavoidable, use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) protected supply. Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock.

3.Personal safety

a.Stay alert, watch what you are doing and use common sense when operating a welder. Do not use a welder while you are tired or under the influence of drugs, alcohol or medication. A moment of inattention while operating welders may result in serious personal injury.

b.Use safety equipment. Always wear ANSI-approved safety glasses and arc shaded, impact safety full face shield. Safety equipment such as NIOSH- approved respirator, heavy-duty work gloves, non-skid safety shoes, or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries.

c.Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off-position before connecting to power source or moving the welder. Carrying or energizing welders that have the switch on invites accidents.

d.Do not overreach. Keep proper footing and balance at all times. This enables better control of the welder in unexpected situations.

e.Only use safety equipment that has been approved by an appropriate standards agency. Unapproved safety equipment may not provide adequate protection. Eye protection must be ANSI-approved and breathing protection must be NIOSH-approved for the specific hazards in the work area.

4.Welder use and care

a.Do not use the welder if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any welder that cannot be controlled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.

b.Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or storing welders. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the welder accidentally.

c. Store idle welders out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the welder or these instructions to operate the welder.

Welders are dangerous in the hands of untrained users.

d.Maintain welders. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the welder’s operation. If damaged, have the welder repaired before use.

Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained welders.

e.Use the welder and accessories in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the welder for operations different from those intended could result in a hazardous situation.

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