Multiquip BLW-400SSW operation manual Rules for Safe Operation, Emergencies

CAUTION:

This welder/AC generator is a source of providing LETHAL high voltages. Never permit unqualified personnel-especially children to operate the welder/AC generator.

■This welder/AC generator is equipped with a ground terminal for your protection. Always complete the grounding path from the welder/AC generator to an external grounding source.

■NEVER operate this welder/AC generator, or handle any electrical equipment while standing in water, while bare foot, while hands are wet, or in the rain. Dangerous electrical shock could occur causing severe bodily harm or even death.

■This welder/AC generator requires an adequate free flow of cooling air. Never operate the welder/AC generator in any enclosed or narrow area where free flow of the air is restricted. If the air flow is restricted it will cause serious damage to the welder/AC generator and may cause injury to people.

■Arc rays can cause blindness. Always wear protective shield when welding.

CAUTION:

■NEVER touch output terminals or electrode during operation. This is extremely dangerous. Always stop the machine when contact with the output terminals and welding electrode.

CAUTION:

■Never connect the welder/AC generator to house wiring. This is illegal and very dangerous. Electrical shock could occur causing damage to the welder/AC generator and bodily harm even death.

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RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION

CAUTION:

■Never use damaged or worn cables when connecting power tools or equipment to the welder/AC generator.Make sure power connecting cables are securely connected to the generator’s output terminals. Insufficient tightening of the terminal connections may cause damage to the welder/ AC generator and electrical shock.

CAUTION:

DO NOT touch or open coolant drain plug, radiator cap, or engine oil drain plug while the welder/AC generator is running. Always allow sufficient time for the engine and generator to cool before performing maintenance.

Emergencies

■Always know the location of the nearest fire extinguisher and first aid kit. Know the location of the nearest telephone. Also know the phone numbers of the nearest ambulance, doctor and fire department. This information will be invaluable in the case of an emergency.

Maintenance Safety

■NEVER lubricate components or attempt service on a running machine.

■Always allow the machine a proper amount of time to cool before servicing.

■Keep the machinery in proper running condition.

■Fix damage to the machine immediately and always replace broken parts.

■Dispose of hazardous waste properly.Examples of potentially hazardous waste are used motor oil, fuel, coolant and fuel filters.

■DO NOT use plastic containers to dispose of hazardous waste.

■DO NOT pour waste, oil, coolant or fuel directly onto the ground, down a drain or into any water source.

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