Owner manual

WELDMAX 185
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Warnings and Safety
Welding and plasma cutting may be dangerous to the operator and to bystanders, if the
equipment is not operated properly. Welding or cutting must be performed in accordance
with all relevant safety regulations. Carefully read and understand this instruction manual
before installing and operating this equipment.
Changing function modes during welding may damage
equipment.
 Before welding, disconnect the electrode-holder cable
from the equipment.
 A circuit breaker is required to prevent electrical
overload of the equipment.
 Only high quality welding tools should be used.
Electric Shock can be fatal.
 Ensure that ground cable is connected in accordance with
applicable safety codes.
 Never touch electrodes, wires, or circuit components with
bare hands. Wear dry welding gloves when welding.
 The operator must be insulated from the work piece.
Smoke and gas can be harmful to health.
 Ensure that the working area is well ventilated.
 Avoid breathing smoke and gas generated during the
welding process. Cutting and welding can cause cancer
because of the smoke that comes from the welds and cuts.
Arc-light emission can be harmful to eyes and skin.
 Always wear a welding helmet, anti-radiation glass, and
work clothes while welding.
 Ensure that people in or near the working area are
protected.
Welding splash is a fire hazard.
 Keep flammable material away from the work place.
 Keep a fire extinguisher nearby, and have all personnel
trained in it’s use.
 Surface noise generated while welding or cutting can be
harmful to hearing.
In the event of a machine fault.
 Refer to this instruction manual.
 If the fault cannot be determined, contact your local
dealer or supplier for assistance.