Hypertherm LH2100 - Manual (Page 11)

SAFETY
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1-2 Hypertherm
RECOGNIZE SAFETY INFORMATION
The symbols shown in this section are used
to identify potential hazards. When you see a safety symbol
in this manual or on your machine, understand the potential
for personal injury, and follow the related instructions to
avoid the hazard.
FOLLOW SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
Read carefully all safety messages in this manual and safety
labels on your machine.
• Keep the safety labels on your machine in good
condition. Replace missing or damaged labels
immediately.
• Learn how to operate the machine and how to use
the controls properly. Do not let anyone operate it without
instruction.
• Keep your machine in proper working condition.
Unauthorized modifications to the machine may affect
safety and machine service life.
DANGER WARNING CAUTION
A signal word DANGER or WARNING is used with a
safety symbol. DANGER identifies the most serious
hazards.
• DANGER and WARNING safety labels are located
on your machine near specific hazards.
• WARNING safety messages precede related instruc -
tions in this manual that may result in injury or death if
not followed correctly.
• CAUTION safety messages precede related
instructions in this manual that may result in damage
to equipment if not followed correctly.
Fire Prevention
• Be sure the area is safe before doing any cutting. Keep a fire extinguisher nearby.
• Remove all flammables within 35 feet (10 m) of the cutting area.
• Quench hot metal or allow it to cool before handling or before letting it touch combustible materials.
• Never cut containers with potentially flammable materials inside – they must be emptied and properly cleaned first.
• Ventilate potentially flammable atmospheres before cutting.
Explosion Prevention
• Do not use the laser system if explosive dust or vapors may be present.
• Do not cut pressurized cylinders, pipes, or any closed container.
• Do not cut containers that have held combustible materials.
CUTTING CAN CAUSE FIRE OR EXPLOSION
• Visible or invisible radiation (class IV) can be present when the laser head door is open.
• Avoid eye and skin exposure to direct and scattered radiation.
• Never look into the laser beam.
RADIATION HAZARD