IMS GOLD MULTI 140 Mode D'emploi page 14

Translation of the original instructions
Cylinders should be located away from areas where they may be struck or subjected to physical damage.
Always keep gas bottles at a safe distance from arc welding or cutting operations, and any source of heat, sparks
or flame.
Be careful when opening the valve on the gas bottle, it is necessary to remove the tip of the valve and make sure
the gas meets your welding requirements.
ELECTRIC SAFETY
The machine must be connected to an earthed electrical supply. Use the recommended fuse
size.
An electrical discharge can directly or indirectly cause serious accidents, if not deadly.
Never touch live parts inside and outside of the device when it is powered on (Torches, clamps, cables, electrodes)
as they are connected to the welding circuit.
Before opening the device, it is imperative to disconnect it from the grid and wait 2 minutes. so that all the
capacitors is discharged.
Do not touch the torch or electrode holder and earth clamp at the same time.
Be sure to change the cables and torches if they are damaged, to be performed by qualified and authorized
personnel.
The dimensioning of these accessories should be sufficient.
Always wear dry clothes in good condition, in order to be insulated from the electrical circuit. Wear insulating
shoes, regardless of the environment in which you work in.
ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCES
The electric currents flowing through a conductor cause electrical and magnetic fields
(EMF).
All welders should use the following guidelines to minimize exposure to electromagnetic
fields from the welding circuit
- Regroup the electrode cables and earth clamp. If possible, attach them with tape
- Do not roll the electrode cable, torch or the earth clamp around the body.
- Do not stand between the cables. If the electrode cable or torch is on the right, the work cable should also be
on the right.
- Connect the earth cable to the workpiece, as close as possible to the welding area.
- Do not work next to the welding power source.
People wearing pacemakers are advised to consult their doctor before using this device.
Exposure to electromagnetic fields while welding may have other health effects which are
not yet known.
RECOMMENDATIONS TO ASSESS THE WELDING AREA AND WELDING INSTALLATION
Overview
The user is responsible for both the installation and use of the arc welding apparatus in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions. If electromagnetic disturbances are detected, it is the user's responsability to resolve
the situation with the manufacturer's technical assistance. In some cases this remedial action may be as simple
as earthing the welding circuit. In other cases, it may be necessary to construct an electromagnetic shield
around the welding power source and around the entire piece by fitting input filters. In all cases, electromagnetic
interferences must be reduced until they are no longer bothersome.
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