Use and Care Manual
DO NOT weld or cut on materials having a combustible coating or combustible internal structure, as in
walls or ceilings, without an approved method for eliminating the hazard.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION
DO NOT dispose of hot slag in containers holding combustible materials.
After welding, make a thorough examination for evidence of re. Be aware that easily visible smoke or
ame may not be present for some time after the re has started.
DO NOT apply heat to a container that has held an unknown substance or a combustible material whose
contents, when heated, can produce ammable or explosive vapors. Clean and purge containers before
applying heat. Vent closed containers, including castings, before preheating, welding, or cutting.
DO NOT use the welder if the switch does not turn it on and off. Any welder that cannot be controlled
with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired.
Disconnect the plug from the power source before making any adjustments, changing accessories, or
storing welders. Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the welder accidentally.
Prevent unintentional starting. Ensure the switch is in the off position before connecting to power
source or moving the welder.
Store idle welders out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the welder or
these instructions to operate the welder.
Use the welder and accessories in accordance with these instructions, taking into account the working
conditions and the work to be performed. Use of the welder for operations different from those intended
could result in serious injury or property damage.
DO NOT use the welder for pipe thawing.
Maintain welders. Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the welder’s operation. If damaged, have the welder repaired before use.
Have your welder serviced by a qualied repair person using only identical replacement parts.
Maintain labels and nameplates on the Welder. These carry important information. If unreadable or
missing, contact Stark Tools for a replacement.
Unplug before maintenance. Unplug the Welder from its electrical outlet before any inspection,
maintenance, or cleaning procedures.
NEVER weld on a pressurized or a closed cylinder.
NEVER allow an electrode holder, electrode, welding torch, or welding wire to touch the cylinder.
Keep cylinders away from any electrical circuits, including welding circuits.
Keep protective cap in place over the valve except when the cylinder is in use.
Use only correct gas shielding equipment designed specically for the type of welding you will do.
Protect gas cylinders from heat, being struck, physical damage, slag, ames, sparks, and arcs.
ALWAYS use proper procedures to move cylinders.
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