Harbor Freight Tools 165 Amp_DC, 240 Volt, Inverter TIG/Stick Welder with High Frequency Start Product manual
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1. For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Tool Set Up TO PREVENT AWARNING serious INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION Turn the Power Switch of the tool to its OFF position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures Connection of a 230V UL listed plug rated to at least 20 Amps to this unit must only be performed by a certified electrician The plug installed for the Welder must match the receptacle Work Piece and Work Area Set Up 1 Designate a work area that is clean and well lit The work area must not allow access by children or pets to prevent injury and distraction 2 Route the power cord along a safe route to reach the work area without creating a tripping hazard or exposing the power cord to possible damage The power cord must reach the work area with enough extra length to al low free movement while working 3 Secure loose work pieces using a vise or clamps not included to pre vent movement while working For greater safety ground the workpiece 4 There must not be hazardous ob jects such as utility lines or foreign objects nearby that will present a hazard while working Page 11 Front of Welder Digital Overload Light OWE Display Curent Switch Supply Output Liaht Knob y gnu 1 rad ou NS TI6 1 09 INVERTER ot TIG WELDER IGBT I 1 I2. 1 TIG Gas IGas I switch Outlet Cable j Flow connect Stick Comet den Delay or TIG welder wen Switch Cable Connection ground SKU 98233 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Back of Welder Name Plate Power Input Cooling Fan Gas Inlet Proper TIG Connection Grounding TIG Torch and Clamp and Cable 32 Cable 34 Proper Arc stick Welding Connection Grounding Electrode Clamp and Clamp and Cable 34 Cable 33 Page 12 SKU 98233 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS AWARNING Wear protective gear during use ANSI approved shade number level 14 eye protection a full face shield or welding mask ear protection welding gloves and apron NIOSH approved respirator and fire resistant work clothes without pockets should be worn when welding Light from the arc can cause permanent damage to the eyes and skin Do not breathe arc fumes Place the Welder on a level surface that can bear its weight near the work area Connect a 12 AWG ground wire not included to the Ground Post on the rear of the Welder see page 12 and route it to ground If possible ground the workpiece independent of the welder TIG Connection TIG Torch Control Connect the TIG torch control cable plug and gas outlet hose as shown on page 12 Twist to lock in place 2 Plug the cable of the Grounding Clamp 34 into the welder and se cure the clamp to a clean exposed metal pa
3. an electrically live terminal The tool must be plugged into an appropriate outlet properly installed and grounded in accordance with all codes and ordinances Extension Cords As the distance from the supply outlet increases you must use a heavier gauge extension cord Using exten sion cords with inadequately sized wire causes a serious drop in voltage resulting in loss of power and pos sible tool damage See Table A The smaller the gauge number of the wire the greater the capacity of the cord For example a 14 gauge cord can carry a higher current than a 16 gauge cord See Table A When using more than one exten sion cord to make up the total length make sure each cord contains at least the minimum wire size required See Table A If you are using one extension cord for more than one tool add the nameplate amperes and use the sum to determine the required minimum cord size See Table A If you are using an extension cord outdoors make sure it is marked with the suffix W A W in Canada to indicate it is acceptable for outdoor use Make sure the extension cord is prop erly wired and in good electrical con dition Always replace a damaged extension cord or have it repaired by a qualified electrician before using it Protect the extension cords from sharp objects excessive heat and damp or wet areas For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 9 RECOMMENDED MINIMU
4. arc ignites tilt the electrode forward and hold it near the work piece If too much current is drawn from the welder the Thermal Overload protec tor will activate the Overload indica tor will light and the welder will turn off until it cools down It will automati cally reset When finished welding lift the elec trode from the workpiece discharge the electrode to ground and turn the Welder off Place the handle down on a nonflam mable nonconductive surface To prevent accidents disconnect the tool from its power supply after use Allow the tool to cool down clean then store the tool indoors out of chil dren s reach REV 08i Page 14 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING Procedures not specifically A explained in this manual must be performed only by a qualified technician TO PREVENT AWARNING SERIOUS INJURY FROM ACCIDENTAL OPERATION Turn the Power Switch of the tool to its OFF position and unplug the tool from its electrical outlet before performing any inspection maintenance or cleaning procedures TO PREVENT SERIOUS INJURY FROM TOOL FAILURE Do not use damaged equipment If abnormal noise or vibration occurs have the problem corrected before further use Cleaning Maintenance and Lubrication 1 BEFORE EACH USE inspect the general condition of the tool Check for loose screws misalignment or binding of moving parts cracked or broken parts damaged electrical wir ing and any oth
5. rain or wet conditions Water entering a power tool will increase the risk of electric shock d Do not abuse the cord Never use the cord for carrying pulling or unplugging the power tool Keep cord away from heat oil sharp edges or moving parts Damaged or entangled cords increase the risk of electric shock e When operating a power tool out doors use an extension cord suit able for outdoor use Use of a cord suitable for outdoor use reduces the risk of electric shock Th If operating a power tool in a damp location is unavoidable use a Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI protected supply Use of a GFCI reduces the risk of electric shock 3 Personal safety a Stay alert watch what you are do ing and use common sense when operating a power tool Do not use a power tool while you are tired or under the influence of drugs alcohol or medication A moment of inattention while operating power tools may result in serious personal injury b Use safety equipment A ways wear ANSI approved safety glasses and arc shaded impact safety full o d e f g h face shield Safety equipment such as NIOSH approved respirator heavy duty work gloves non skid safety shoes or hearing protection used for appropriate conditions will reduce personal injuries Prevent unintentional starting Ensure the switch is in the off po sition before connecting to power source or moving the tool Carry ing po
6. refers to your mains you to potential personal operated corded power tool injury hazards Obey all safety messages that 1 Work area safety follow this symbol to avoid a Keep work area clean and well lit possible injury or death Cluttered or dark areas invite acci dents DANGER indicates b Do not operate power tools in A DANGER a hazardous explosive atmospheres such as in situation which if not the presence of flammable liquids avoided will result in death or gases or dust Power tools create serious injury sparks which may ignite the dust or WARNIN fumes AWARNING die bog c Keep children and bystanders away while operating a power tool hazardous situation which if Distractions can cause you to lose not avoided could result in death or serious injury control ACAUTION CAUTION weed 2 Electrical safety with the safety a Power tool plugs must match the alert symbol indicates a outlet Never modify the plug in hazardous situation which if any way Do not use any adapter not avoided could result in plugs with grounded power tools minor or moderate injury SKU 98233 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 3 Unmodified plugs and matching out lets will reduce risk of electric shock b Avoid body contact with grounded surfaces such as pipes radiators ranges and refrigerators There is an increased risk of electric shock if your body is grounded c Do not expose power tools to
7. serious injury and death Feed the filler metal being used into the arc with a properly insulated holder not included 10 If too much current is drawn from the welder the Thermal Overload protec tor will activate the Overload indica tor will light and the welder will turn off until it cools down It will automati cally reset Arc stick Connection 1 Connect the Electrode Clamp and Cable 33 to the Arc Welder as shown on page 12 and twist to lock in place 2 Plug the cable of the Grounding Clamp 34 into the welder and se cure the clamp to a clean exposed metal part of the workpiece 3 Place the metal portion of the welding rod inside the jaws of the Electrode Clamp Welding rod types vary for welding different metals Arc Welding 4 Move the Stick or TIG Switch to Arc top position 5 Turn the Current Adjustment Knob to meet the needs of the job SKU 98233 6 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Plug the power cord into a grounded 230V electric socket and turn the Welder on A DANGER To prevent serious injury and death If the operator is not holding the Torch it must be sitting on a nonconductive nonflammable surface The Stick Welder will immediately turn on when the power button is turned on Stroke the workpiece lightly to ignite the arc Do not strike like a match Never tap the electrode wire to ignite the arc it will damage the electrode When the
8. 3 MAINTENANCE AND SERVICING 15 CLEANING MAINTENANCE AND LUBRICATION 15 TROUBLESHOOTING 16 MAIN UNIT PARTS LIST 17 MAIN UNIT DIAGRAM 17 TORCH PARTS LIST 18 TORCH PARTS DIAGRAM 18 ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM 19 LIMITED 1 YEAR 90 DAY WARRANTY 20 Page 2 SAVE THIS MANUAL NOTICE is used to address practices Keep this manual for the safety warn not related to personal injury ings and precautions assembly operat ing inspection maintenance and cleaning CAUTION CAUTION without procedures Write the product s serial the safety alert number in the back of the manual near the symbol is used to address assembly diagram or month and year of practices not related to purchase if product has no number Keep personal injury this manual and the receipt in a safe and dry place for future reference General Power Tool Safety Warnings IMPORTANT SAFETY WARNING Read all safety warnings and instructions IN FORMATION Failure to follow the warnings and instructions may result in electric shock fire and or serious injury Save all warnings and instructions for future reference In this manual on the labeling and all other information provid ed with this product This is the safety alert The term power tool in the symbol It is used to alert warnings
9. 800 444 3353 Page 16 MAIN UNIT PARTS LIST MAIN UNIT PARTS LIST Description lt lt Description Qty 6 Transformer 25 Fant 8 j ConrolPCB Display 14 Gas Inlet Electrode Clamp and Cable not shown 17 Coupling Coil 34 Ground Clamp and Cable 1 1 not shown ji E S4 F amp F 6 8 242322 21 20 19 18 SKU 98233 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 17 _ TORCHPARTSLIST _ TORCH PARTS LIST ___ Qty ES Description Qty 3 Description 1 Collet 3 32 2 4mm Collet 1 8 3 2mm TORCH PARTS DIAGRAM Record Product s Serial Number Here Note If product has no serial number record month and year of purchase instead Note Some parts are listed and shown for illustration purposes only and are not avail able individually as replacement parts SKU 98233 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 18 ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM HELD o B puso 19 Ins moran x MEA 2 o 85 3 gt o wy 1 MJ H R i e a LEDI YL D x D 230V AC INPUT Pi 32 A SDUV SKU 98233 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 19 LIMITED 1 YEAR 90 DAY WARRANTY Harbor Freight Tools Co makes every effort to assure that its products meet high quality and durability standards and w
10. ELECTRIC Q AL TIG INVERTER WELDER SET UP AND OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Visit our website at http www harborfreight com Read this material before using this product Failure to do so can result in serious injury SAVE THIS MANUAL Copyright 2008 by Harbor Freight Tools All rights reserved No portion of this manual or any artwork contained herein may be reproduced in any shape or form without the express written consent of Harbor Freight Tools Diagrams within this manual may not be drawn proportionally Due to continuing improvements actual product may differ slightly from the product described herein Tools required for assembly and service may not be included For technical questions or replacement parts please call 1 800 444 3353 Revised Manual 09j CONTENTS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION 3 GENERAL POWER TOOL SAFETY WARNINGS 3 TIG WELDER SAFETY WARNINGS 5 GROUNDING viisiin iriiria 9 GROUNDED TOOLS 9 EXTENSION CORDS 9 SYMBOLOGY tuna nica 10 SPECIFICATIONS 11 UNPACKING 2 cene currus 11 LIST OF CONTENTS 11 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 11 TOOL SET UP cisini 11 WORK PIECE AND WORK AREA SET UP Laien Eee pr errr eee 11 SKU 98233 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 GENERAL OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS 1
11. M WIRE GAUGE FOR EXTENSION CORDS 120 240 VOLT EXTENSION CORD NAMEPLATE LENGTH AMPERES at full load Based on limiting the line TABLE A voltage drop to five volts at 150 of the rated amperes Co 9 ee Symbology Double Insulated 6 GP Canadian Standards Association Underwriters Laboratories Inc Volts Alternating Current va Revolutions per Minute SKU 98233 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 10 SPECIFICATIONS 230 V 60 Hz Electrical Requirements 19 8 Amp Welding Current Range 10 to 165A 60 165 Amps Duty Cycle 80 126 Amps 10096 98 Amps Intake 9 16 18 TPI Outlet 3 8 24 TPI 10 PSI SES up to 1 4 Steel Plate UNPACKING When unpacking check to make sure that the item is intact and undamaged If any parts are missing or broken please call Harbor Freight Tools at the number shown on the cover of this manual as soon as possible List of contents Description Electrode Holder TIG Torch Ceramic Gas Nozzle 1 8 Copper Collet Bod Copper Collet Black Cap Ground Clamp SET UP INSTRUCTIONS Read the ENTIRE IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION section at the beginning of this manual including all text under subheadings therein before set up or use of this product A SKU 98233
12. adable or miss ing contact Harbor Freight Tools for a replacement Avoid unintentional starting Prepare to begin work before turning on the tool Do not leave the tool unattended when it is plugged into an electrical outlet Turn off the tool and unplug it from its electrical outlet before leav ing Do not splice welding cables Do not weld sealed containers All containers should be considered un safe unless they have been rendered safe or declared safe by a qualified person Page 7 91 32 33 34 35 36 37 SKU 98233 This product is not a toy Keep it out of reach of children People with pacemakers should consult their physician s before use Electromagnetic fields in close prox imity to heart pacemaker could cause pacemaker interference or pacemak er failure In addition people with 38 pacemakers should e Avoid operating alone e Do not use with power switch locked on e Properly maintain and inspect to avoid electrical shock e Any power cord must be properly grounded Ground Fault Circuit Inter rupter should also be imple mented it prevents sustained elec trical shock A GFCI may provide protection from the wall to the welder but a GFCI will not protect you from faults be tween the welder and the work Because a GFCI cannot protect you from faults between the welder and the work using proper welding technique and personal protecti
13. arrants to the original purchaser that for a period of ninety days from date of purchase that the torch liner wire feed mechanism if ap plicable welding clamps electrode holders cables and accessories packed with the welder are free of defects in materials and workmanship This Limited 90 Day 1 Year Warranty shall not apply to consumable parts such as tips welding wire and gas nozzles Harbor Freight Tools also warrants to the original purchaser for a period of one year from date of purchase that the transformer and rectifier are free from defects in materials and workmanship 90 days if used by a professional contractor or if used as rental equipment This warranty does not apply to damage due directly or indirectly to misuse abuse negligence or accidents repairs or alterations outside our facilities nor mal wear and tear or to lack of maintenance We shall in no event be liable for death injuries to persons or property or for incidental contingent special or consequential damages arising from the use of our product Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of incidental or consequential damages so the above limitation of exclu sion may not apply to you THIS WARRANTY IS EXPRESSLY IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES EXPRESS OR IMPLIED INCLUDING THE WARRANTIES OF MER CHANTABILITY AND FITNESS To take advantage of this warranty the product or part must be returned to us with transportation charges prepaid Proof of purch
14. ase date and an explanation of the com plaint must accompany the merchandise If our inspection verifies the defect we will ei ther repair or replace the product at our election or we may elect to refund the purchase price if we cannot readily and quickly provide you with a replacement We will return re paired products at our expense but if we determine there is no defect or that the defect resulted from causes not within the scope of our warranty then you must bear the cost of returning the product This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state 3491 Mission Oaks Blvd PO Box 6009 Camarillo CA 93011 800 444 3353 SKU 98233 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 20
15. er condition that may affect its safe operation 2 AFTER USE clean external surfaces of the tool with clean cloth 3 Periodically clear out the cooling vent and fan with compressed air 4 The Ceramic Nozzle 6A will occa sionally need to be cleaned of spatter from welding Clean it with a metal brush When the nozzle deteriorates or can no longer be cleaned it will need to be replaced Unscrew the nozzle and replace it with a new one A WARNING If the supply cord of this power tool is damaged it must be replaced only by a qualified service technician SKU 98233 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 15 PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING CAREFULLY THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR HAS PROVIDED THE PARTS LIST AND ASSEMBLY DIAGRAM IN THIS MANUAL AS A REFERENCE TOOL ONLY NEITHER THE MANUFACTURER OR DISTRIBUTOR MAKES ANY REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND TO THE BUYER THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO MAKE ANY REPAIRS TO THE PRODUCT OR THAT HE OR SHE IS QUALIFIED TO REPLACE ANY PARTS OF THE PRODUCT IN FACT THE MANUFACTURER AND OR DISTRIBUTOR EXPRESSLY STATES THAT ALL REPAIRS AND PARTS REPLACEMENTS SHOULD BE UNDERTAKEN BY CERTIFIED AND LICENSED TECHNICIANS AND NOT BY THE BUYER THE BUYER ASSUMES ALL RISK AND LIABILITY ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER REPAIRS TO THE ORIGINAL PRODUCT OR REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO OR ARISING OUT OF HIS OR HER INSTALLATION OF REPLACEMENT PARTS THERETO Troubleshooting Possible Cause
16. idelines Prevent eye injury and burns Wearing and using ANSI approved personal safety clothing and safety devices reduce the risk for injury Leather leggings fire resistant shoes or boots should be worn when using this product Do not wear pants with cuffs shirts with open pockets or any clothing that can catch and hold molten metal or sparks Keep clothing and work surfaces free of grease oil solvents or any flam mable substances Wear dry insulat ing gloves and protective clothing Wear an approved head covering to protect the head and neck Use aprons cape sleeves shoulder cov ers and bibs designed and approved for welding and cutting procedures When welding cutting overhead or in confined spaces wear flame resistant ear plugs or ear muffs to keep sparks out of ears 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Prevent accidental fires Remove any combustible material from the work area When possible move the work to a location well away from combustible materials If relocation is not pos sible protect the combustibles with a cover made of fire resistant material Do not use near degreasing or paint ing operations Enclose the work area with portable fire resistant screens Protect com bustible walls ceilings floors etc from sparks and heat with fire resis tant covers Do not weld or cut on materials hav ing a comb
17. on equipment while welding is crucial Ground the workpiece as well as the welder 39 Use a non conductive safety mat on the work surface to insulate the op erator from the work surface Turn off unplug and discharge elec trodes after use and before service Do not attempt to cool the welding tip with fluids Allow the tip to cool down 40 gradually Secure cylinders upright to prevent them from falling All cylinders should be used and stored in an upright po For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 sition Never drop or strike a cylinder Do not use cylinders that have been dented Cylinder caps should be used when moving or storing cylinders Empty cylinders should be kept in specified areas and clearly marked empty Some dust created by power sand ing sawing grinding drilling and other construction activities contains chemicals known to the State of Cali fornia to cause cancer birth defects or other reproductive harm Some examples of these chemicals are e Lead from lead based paints e Crystalline silica from bricks and ce ment or other masonry products e Arsenic and chromium from chemi cally treated lumber Your risk from these exposures var ies depending on how often you do this type of work To reduce your exposure to these chemicals work in a well ventilated area and work with approved safety equipment such as those dust masks that are specially designed to filte
18. parts This will ensure that the safety of the power tool is maintained TIG Welder Safety Warnings Connection of a plug to this unit must only be performed by a certi fied electrician Do not exceed 20 PSI for shielding gas 10 PSI is recommended Avoid electrical shock Do not per mit electrically live parts cables or electrodes to contact skin clothing or gloves Wear ANSI approved protec tive clothing This unit draws enough current to cause serious injury or death Before turning the welder on check the electrode holder to be sure that there are no protruding screws and that all insulation is secure Do not weld unless you are insulated from ground and the work piece Avoid eye and body damage Arc rays and infrared radiation can injure eyes and burn skin Wear ANSI ap proved eye and body protection Do not allow viewing by visitors without proper eye and body protection Use a Face Shield with arc shaded filter plate Page 5 10 11 12 SKU 98233 Move flammable and explosive mate rial at least 35 feet from the welding arc to prevent welding sparks or mol ten metal from starting a fire Keep a type ABC fire extinguisher within easy reach Thoroughly clean the object being welded of any paint grease or other foreign material If working on a wall or ceiling prevent ignition of combustibles on the other side by moving them to a safe loca tion Industrial applications must follow OSHA gu
19. r out microscopic particles California Health amp Safety Code 25249 5 et seq WARNING Handling the cord on this product will expose you to lead a chemical known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other reproductive harm Wash hands after handling Califor nia Health amp Safety Code 25249 5 et seq The warnings precautions and in structions discussed in this instruction manual cannot cover all possible con ditions and situations that may occur It must be understood by the operator that common sense and caution are Page 8 SKU 98233 factors which cannot be built into this product but must be supplied by the operator SAVE THESE INSTRUCTIONS GROUNDING TO PREVENT AWARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK AND DEATH FROM INCORRECT GROUNDING WIRE CONNECTION Check with a qualified electrician if you are in doubt as to whether the outlet is properly grounded Have a plug installed by a certified electrician Do not use the tool if the power cord or plug is damaged If damaged have it repaired by a service facility before use If the plug will not fit the outlet have a proper outlet installed by a qualified electrician Grounded Tools The grounding prong in the plug is connected through the green wire in side the cord to the grounding system in the tool The green wire in the cord must be the only wire connected to the tool s grounding system and must never be attached to
20. rt of the workpiece Assemble the desired accessories and rod inside the tip of the TIG Torch handle Unscrew the Ceramic Nozzle 6A on the Torch Handle 4A Unscrew the Collet Housing 5A Place a 5 32 prepared tungsten welding rod not included into the torch Screw the Collet Housing and Ce ramic Nozzle back onto the Torch Connect a hose and coupling from the gas regulator on an Argon gas tank none included to the Argon Gas Inlet on the back of the unit Fol low the gas cylinder manufacturer s instructions for set up and use The Gas Flow Delay Switch allows control of how long the shielding gas flows To conserve shielding gas switch it to short If the welded sur face is being tarnished change the switch to long TIG Welding 6 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Turn the Current Adjustment Knob to meet the needs of the job Move the Stick or TIG Switch to TIG bottom position Plug the power cord into a grounded 230V electric socket and turn the Welder on A DANGER To prevent serious injury and death The TIG Welder will immediately turn on when the Page 13 trigger is held down When the operator is not holding the Torch it must be sitting on a nonconduc tive nonflammable surface 9 Hold the Trigger down and tilt the torch forward Keep a constant distance between the torch and the workpiece but do not contact it DANGER To prevent
21. s Likely Solutions Tool will not start No power at outlet Check power at outlet Cord not connected Check that cord is plugged in Line voltage incorrect Make sure the welder is plugged into a 230V electrical outlet No weld output Weld cable loose Tighten weld cable connection at welder with ready light on 2 Bad work clamp to workpiece 2 Make sure the area where the clamp is connection attached is clean exposed metal free of dirt paint and oil No weld output Welder overheated Allow unit to cool with the fan on high temperature Duty cycle or amps too high Reduce duty cycle or amps light on Airflow is blocked Clean vents and fan out with compressed air Erratic or improper 1 Bad weld connections Clean and tighten weld connections arc or welding Polarity incorrect Connect polarity correctly pulpy Workpiece painted or dirty Clean workpiece thoroughly Ceramic Nozzle obstructed by 4 Clean or replace nozzle welding spatter Fan not operating Fan blocked dirty Remove obstruction and clean with compressed air Fan broken Have the fan replaced by a qualified service technician Main Supply Fuse Circuit Breaker rating is too low Install a circuit breaker rated for greater than 20 shuts off frequentl Amps Follow all safety precautions whenever diagnosing or servicing the tool Disconnect power supply before service SKU 98233 For technical questions please call 1
22. t on and off Any power tool that cannot be con trolled with the switch is dangerous and must be repaired Disconnect the plug from the power source from the power tool before making any adjustments changing accessories or storing power tools Such preventive safety measures reduce the risk of starting the power tool accidentally d Store idle power tools out of the reach of children and do not allow persons unfamiliar with the power tool or these instructions to oper ate the power tool Power tools are dangerous in the hands of untrained users D Maintain power tools Check for misalignment or binding of moving parts breakage of parts and any other condition that may affect the power tool s operation If dam aged have the power tool repaired before use Many accidents are caused by poorly maintained power tools Keep cutting tools sharp and clean Properly maintained cutting tools with sharp cutting edges are less likely to bind and are easier to control 1 4 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 g Use the power tool accessories and tool bits etc in accordance with these instructions taking into account the working conditions and the work to be performed Use of the power tool for operations differ ent from those intended could result in a hazardous situation Service ie Have your power tool serviced by a qualified repair person using only identical replacement
23. uctive organs Inflammation of the small intestine or stomach Kidney damage Respiratory diseases such as emphysema bronchitis or pneumonia Use natural or forced air ventilation and wear a respirator approved by NIOSH to protect against the fumes produced to reduce the risk of developing the above illnesses 21 Avoid overexposure to fumes and gases Always keep your head out of the fumes Do not breathe the fumes Use enough ventilation or exhaust or both to keep fumes and gases from your breathing zone and general area SKU 98233 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Where ventilation is questionable have a qualified technician take an air sampling to determine the need for corrective measures Use mechani cal ventilation to improve air quality If engineering controls are not fea sible use an approved respirator Follow OSHA guidelines for Permis sible Exposure Limits PEL s for vari ous fumes and gases Follow the American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists recommendations for Threshold Limit Values TLV s for fumes and gases Have a recognized specialist in Industrial Hygiene or Environmental Services check the operation and air quality and make recommendations for the specific welding or cutting situ ation Maintain labels and nameplates on the tool These carry important safety information If unre
24. ustible coating or combus tible internal structure as in walls or ceilings without an approved method for eliminating the hazard After spot welding make a thorough examination for evidence of fire Be aware that easily visible smoke or flame may not be present for some time after the fire has started Pro vide adequate ventilation in work areas to prevent accumulation of flammable gases vapors and dust Do not apply heat to a container that has held an unknown substance or a combustible material whose contents when heated can produce flam mable or explosive vapors Clean and purge containers before applying heat Vent closed containers includ ing castings before preheating weld ing or cutting Do not touch live electrical parts Wear dry insulating gloves Do not touch electrode or conductor tong Page 6 with bare hand Do not wear wet or damaged gloves 20 Ensure that the unit is placed on a stable location before use If this unit falls while plugged in severe injury electric shock or fire may result INHALATION HAZARD Welding and Plasma Cutting Produce TOXIC FUMES Exposure to welding or cutting exhaust fumes can increase the risk of developing certain cancers such as cancer of the larynx and lung cancer Also some diseases that may be linked to exposure to welding or plasma cutting exhaust fumes are Early onset of Parkinson s Disease Heart disease Ulcers Damage to the reprod
25. wer tools with your finger on the switch or energizing power tools that have the switch on invites acci dents Remove any adjusting key or wrench before turning the power tool on A wrench or a key left at tached to a rotating part of the power tool may result in personal injury Do not overreach Keep proper footing and balance at all times This enables better control of the power tool in unexpected situations Dress properly Do not wear loose clothing or jewelry Keep your hair clothing and gloves away from moving parts Loose clothes jewelry or long hair can be caught in moving parts If devices are provided for the con nection of dust extraction and col lection facilities ensure these are connected and properly used Use of these devices can reduce dust related hazards Only use safety equipment that has been approved by an appropri ate standards agency Unapproved safety equipment may not provide adequate protection Eye protection must be ANSI approved and breath ing protection must be NIOSH ap SKU 98233 For technical questions please call 1 800 444 3353 Page 4 4 SKU 98233 proved for the specific hazards in the work area Power tool use and care a Do not force the power tool Use the correct power tool for your ap plication The correct power tool will do the job better and safer at the rate for which it was designed b Do not use the power tool if the switch does not turn i
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