Multiquip MQ Power Whisperweld Welder/AC Generator TLW-300SS - Manual (Page 7)

TLW-300SS DC WELDER/ AC GENERATOR— OPERATION AND PARTS MANUAL— REV. #2 (04/07/10) — PAGE 7
■ 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.
RULES FOR SAFE OPERATION
This welder/AC generator is a source of
providing LETHAL high voltages. Never
permit unqualified personnel-especially
children to operate the welder/AC generator.
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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■ 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.
■ 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.
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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.
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■ 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.
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