Specifications

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•Repairorreplacedefectivecablesimmediately.
•Neverwatchthearcexceptthrough
lenses of the correct shade.
•Inconnedspaces,adequateventilation
and constant observation are essential.
•Leadsandcablesshouldbekeptclear
of passageways.
•Keepreextinguishingequipmentatahandy
location in the shop.
•Keepprimaryterminalsandliveparts
effectively covered.
•Neverstrikeanelectrodeonanygascylinder.
•Neveruseoxygenforventingcontainers.
9.0 Recommended Safety Guidelines
Diagram and safety explanation
Electrical safety alert
Welding electrode causing
electric shock
Fumes and gases coming from
welding process
Welding arc rays
Read instruction manual
Become trained
Diagram and safety explanation
Wear dry, insulated gloves
Insulate yourself from
work and ground
Disconnect input power before
working on equipment
Keepheadoutoffumes
Use forced ventilation or local
exhaust to remove fumes
Use welding helmet with
correct shade of filter
Some safety precautions BOC recommends are as follows: