Product Manual

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SECTION 1:
INTRODUCTION
This booklet is a guide to the safe and efficient operation of oxy-fuel
equipment used in oxy-fuel applications. If the apparatus is not used
in an oxy-fuel application, the operator must still follow those safety
and operating procedures that do apply to his particular applica tion.
There are several potential hazards present when using oxy-fuel
equipment. Read this booklet thoroughly and carefully before
operating this equipment.
All operations should conform to applicable Federal, State, County, or
City regulations for installation, operation, ventilation, fire prevention,
and protection of personnel. ANSI Standard Z49.1, “Safety in Welding
and Cutting” contains detailed safety instructions. It is available from
the American Welding Society, P.O. Box 351040, Miami, FL 33135.
A system of notes, cautions, and warnings emphasize impor tant
safety and operating information in this booklet. These are:
NOTE
NOTE conveys installation, operation, or maintenance
information which is important but not hazard-related.
CAUTION
CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in injury.
WARNING
Warning indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if
not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.