Safety Notes - Westfalia 81 26 61 Bedienungsanleitung

Please note the following safety notes to avoid malfunctions,
damage or physical injury:
First read and understand the manual before using the auto-darkening
welding helmet.
Persons with limited physical, sensorial or mental abilities are not allowed
to use the unit, unless they are supervised for their safety by a qualified
person or are briefed by the responsible person how to use the unit.
The auto-darkening welding helmet is not suitable for laser welding or
laser cutting processes and gas welding.
Heat and radiation are released during arc-welding. The welding helmet
provides protection for your eyes and face. Wear appropriate protective
clothing in order to protect the rest of your body. Never undertake welding
without eye and body protection.
When welding poisonous gas will be formed. Use appropriate respiratory
protection.
Never disassemble the auto-darkening filter cartridge.
Before using the auto darkening helmet, check if all parts are clean and
inspect all parts for signs of mechanical wear or damages. If there are
cracked, scratched and pitted parts, replace the parts immediately in order
to avoid injuries.
Do not expose the welding helmet to excessive temperatures or strong
vibrations and avoid strong mechanical stresses. Never place the welding
helmet on a hot surface.
Please note that the welding helmet will not protect against severe impact
hazards.
Never use the welding helmet when undertaking cut-off work with grinding
discs. The welding helmet is only suitable for welding and grinding work.
The welding helmet will not protect against explosions or corrosive liquids.
Do not modify the filter or the helmet. Only use original replacement parts.
Should the welding helmet does not darken upon striking an arc,
immediately stop welding.
Use the welding helmet only at environmental temperatures of -5°C to
+55°C.
Do not immerse the helmet in water or other fluids.
Do not use aggressive chemicals for cleaning the welding helmet.

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