Scheppach WSE3200 Original Bedienungsanleitung Seite 22

• Do not look into the arc with unprotected eyes, use
only a welding safety shield with the proper safety
glass in compliance with (DIN EN 166 & DIN EN
169 degree of protection 9-10) standards. In addi-
tion to light and heat, which may cause dazzling
and burns, the arc also gives off UV radiation. With-
out proper protection, this invisible ultraviolet radia-
tion causes very painful conjunctivitis, which will
only be noticeable several hours later. In addition,
UV radiation will cause sunburn-type symptoms on
unprotected parts of the body.
• Also, persons in the vicinity of the electric arc must
be advised of the hazard and equipped with the
necessary protective equipment. Protective parti-
tions or walls may have to be erected.
• Ensure adequate ventilation for welding, particular-
ly in small rooms since the process causes smoke
and harmful gases.
• Do not carry out any welding work on tanks that
have been used to store gases, fuels, mineral oil or
the like, even if they have been empty for a lengthy
period of time, since any residue will result in a dan-
ger of explosion.
• Special regulations apply in areas where there is a
potential risk of fire and/or explosion.
• Welds that are exposed to large stresses and must
comply with safety requirements may only be com-
pleted by specially trained and approved welders.
Examples of such welds include pressure vessels,
rails, trailer hitches, etc.
• Note: It must be noted that the protective conduc-
tor in electrical systems of appliances may be de-
stroyed by the welding current in the event of neg-
ligence, for example if the earth terminal is placed
on the welding set casing to which the protective
conductor of the electrical system is connected.
The welding work is completed on a machine with
a protective conductor connection.
• The fuses on the supply cables to the mains sock-
ets must comply with the relevant regulations. To
comply with these regulations, only fuses or circuit
breakers suitable for the cross-section of the ca-
bles may be used. The use of too high a fuse may
result in the cable burning and fire damage to the
building.
• Do not use the welding device in the rain.
• Do not use the welding device in a humid environ-
ment.
• Only set up the welding device on a flat surface.
• The output is rated at an ambient temperature of
20°C. The welding time may be reduced at higher
temperatures.
Danger due to electric shock
Electric shock from a welding electrode can be fa-
tal. Do not weld in rain or snow. Wear dry insulating
gloves. Do not touch the electrode with bare hands.
Do not wear wet or damaged gloves. Protect yourself
from electric shock by insulating against the work-
piece. Do not open the housing of the device.
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Danger due to welding fumes
Inhalation of welding fumes can be hazardous to
health. Do not hold your head in the fumes. Use
equipment in open areas. Use ventilation to remove
the smoke.
Danger due to welding sparks
Welding sparks can cause an explosion or fire. Keep
flammable materials away from welding. Do not weld
next to flammable materials. Welding sparks can
cause fires. Keep a fire extinguisher nearby and an
observer who can use it immediately. Do not weld on
drums or any closed containers.
Safety instructions specific to welding masks
• Always make sure that the welding mask is func-
tioning properly by using a bright light source (e.g.
lighter) before starting welding work.
• Welding spatter can damage the protective panel.
Replace damaged or scratched protective panels
immediately.
• Replace damaged or heavily soiled or splattered
components immediately.
• The device must only be operated by people over
the age of 16.
• Familiarise yourself with the safety instructions for
welding. Also observe the safety instructions for
your welding device.
• Always put on the welding mask when welding.
Failure to do so may result in serious retinal inju-
ries.
• Always wear protective clothing when welding.
• Never use the welding mask without a protective
panel.
• Replace the protective panel in good time for good
visibility and fatigue-free working.
Environment with increased electrical hazards
When welding in environments with increased electri-
cal hazards, the following safety instructions must be
observed.
Environments with increased electrical hazards can
be found, for example:
• At workplaces where the range of movement is
restricted so that the welder works in an enforced
posture (e.g. kneeling, sitting, lying down) and
touches electrically conductive parts;
• At workplaces which are wholly or partially bound-
ed by electrically conductive parts and where there
is a high risk of avoidable or accidental contact by
the welder;
• In wet, humid or hot workplaces where humidity or
perspiration significantly reduces the resistance of
human skin and the insulating properties or protec-
tive equipment.
A metal ladder or scaffolding can also create an envi-
ronment with increased electrical hazards.
In such environments, use insulated pads and
shims. Also, gauntlet-style gloves and head-
gear made of leather or other insulating material
should be worn to insulate the body from earth.
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