Product Manual

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⚠WARNING
Your Welding/Cutting Environment
 Keep the environment you will be welding or cutting in free from flammable materials.
 Always keep a fire extinguisher accessible to your welding/cutting environment.
 Always have a qualified person install and operate this equipment.
 Make sure the area is clean, dry, and ventilated. Do not operate the plasma cutter in humid,
wet, or poorly ventilated areas.
 Always have your plasma cutter maintained by a qualified technician in accordance with local,
state, and national codes.
 Always be aware of your work environment. Be sure to keep other people, especially children,
away from you while cutting.
 Keep harmful arc rays shielded from the view of others.
 Mount the plasma cutter on a secure bench or cart that will keep the plasma cutter secure and
prevent it from tipping over or falling.
⚠WARNING
Your Plasma Cutter’s Condition
 Check the ground cable, power cord, and torch to be sure the insulation is not damaged.
Always replace or repair damaged components before using the plasma cutter.
 Check all components to ensure they are clean and in good operating condition before use.
⚠CAUTION
PLASMA CUTTER USE AND CARE
Do not operate the plasma cutter if the torch or ground cable is wet. Do not immerse them in
water. These components and the plasma cutter must be completely dry before attempting to use
them.
 Follow the instructions in this manual.
 Keep the plasma cutter in the OFF position when not in use.
 Connect the ground lead as close to the area being cut as possible to ensure a good ground.
 Do not allow any body part to come in contact with the material being cut, if you are in contact
with the ground or material being cut from another plasma cutter.
 Do not cut if you are in an awkward position. Always have a secure stance while cutting to
prevent accidents. Wear a safety harness if working above ground.
 Do not drape cables over or around your body.
 Wear eye protection (see ANSI Z49.1 safety standard) while cutting to protect your eyes from
harmful UV and IR rays.
 Wear proper gloves and protective clothing to prevent your skin from being exposed to hot
metals, UV, and IR rays.
 Do not overuse or overheat your plasma cutter. Allow proper cooling time between duty
cycles.
 Keep hands and fingers away from moving parts.
 Do not point the torch at any of your body parts or anyone else’s.
 Always use this plasma cutter in the rated duty cycle to prevent excessive heat and failure.