Miller Electric MC-80M Operating the Torch, Fumes and Gases can be hazardous, To your health

SECTION 4 – OPERATING THE TORCH

WARNING

ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.				CUTTING can cause fire or explosion.
•	Always wear dry insulating gloves.			• Do not cut near flammable material.
•	Insulate yourself from work and ground.			• Provide protection from flying sparks.
•	Do not touch live electrical parts.			• Watch for fire; keep extinguisher nearby.
•	Keep all panels and covers securely in place.			• Do not locate unit over combustible surfaces.
FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous
				• Do not cut on closed containers.
to your health.				• Allow work and equipment to cool before handling.
• Keep your head out of the fumes.
•	Ventilate area, or use breathing device.			MOVING PARTS can cause injury.
•	Read Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) and
				• Keep away from moving parts.
	manufacturer’s instructions for material cut.
				• Keep all doors, panels, covers, and guards closed
ARC RAYS can burn eyes and skin;
				and securely in place.
NOISE can damage hearing.
•	Wear face protection with correct shade of filter.			See Safety Precautions at beginning of manual for ba-
• Wear correct eye, ear, and body protection.
				sic cutting safety information.
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					Wear the following while cutting:
					1	Dry, Insulating Gloves
	1	2		5	2 Safety Glasses With Side
						Shields
					3	Welding Helmet
		3	4		4	Face Shield
					Wear either helmet or face shield
					with correct shade of filter (See
					ANSI Z49.1).
					5	Ear Muffs

OR

Wear approved ear muffs or ear plugs if noise exposure exceeds OSHA limits.

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Figure 4-1. Safety Equipment

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