Longevity FORCECUT 50i - Manual (Page 9)

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Safety Tips
Consider the following tips to ensure safe operation of your welding/cutting
equipment:
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Ensure that this welding equipment is installed in an area free of corrosive
chemical gases, flammable gases or materials, and explosive chemicals.
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The area should contain little dust, and have a humidity of no more than 80%.
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Operate the welding equipment in an area sheltered from direct sunlight and
precipitation. Work area temperature should be maintained at -10

C to +40
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C;
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If, because of an overload, the machine suddenly stops, and it is necessary to
restart it, leave the internal fan operating to lower the inside temperature.
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Always wear protective clothing and a welding mask to protect your skin.
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Wear safety goggles designed to darken the arc generated by your machine.
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Wear suitable noise protection to protect your hearing.
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Ensure that machine is grounded through the power cord or on the machine case.
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Never operate the machine in bare feet or on a wet floor.
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Never switch the machine off while it’s in use. Doing so will damage the internal
circuitry.
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Ensure that your circuit breaker is rated to handle the current requirements of
your machine.
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Use a UL approved receptacles and plugs with your machine. Never hard wire
the machine to main power.
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Work in a well ventilated area to avoid smoke. Keep your head out of the smoke.
Ensure that air is flowing away from you to avoid inhaling smoke.
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Ensure proper ventilation through the machine’s louvers. Maintain a distance
of at least 12 inches between this cutting equipment and any other objects in the
work area.
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Use a screen or curtain designed to keep passers by from viewing the arc.
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The arc spray and metal spray from machine use may cause nearby fires. Use
caution.
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If, after reviewing this manual, you have any problems in setting up or operating
your machine, contact us at
[email protected] .