Kemppi A7 MIG Gun 500-g Operating Manual

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6A7 MIG Gun 500-g©Kemppi Oy 2016 1616OPERATING MANUAL5.8 Product safetyHazards caused by improper useIf improperly used, the device can present risks to people and physical property.• Use the device in accordance with its designated use only.• Do not convert or modify the device to enhance its performance withoutappropriate authorization.The device may only be used by qualified personnel.• The product has been developed and manufactured in accordance with state-of-the-art technology and the recognized safety standards and regulations. Theseoperation instructions warn you against unavoidable residual risks to users, thirdparties, devices, or other physical property.Disregarding these warnings may result in risks to human life and health, harm tothe environment, or other physical damage.• The product may only be operated in unmodified, technically perfect condition,within the limits described in these instructions.• Always observe the limit values specified in the technical data. Overloads lead todestruction.• Safety features of the device must never be disassembled, bridged, or otherwisebypassed.• During welding work outdoors, use suitable protection against the weatherconditions.• Check the electrical device for any damage and for proper functioning inaccordance with its designated use.• Never expose the electrical device to rain, and avoid damp or wet environments.• Protect yourself from electrical accidents by using insulating mats and wearingdry clothing.• Never use the electrical device in areas subject to a risk of fire or explosion.• Arc welding may cause damage to the eyes, skin, and hearing. When workingwith the device, always use the prescribed protective equipment.• Metal vapors, especially from lead, cadmium, copper, and beryllium, are allhazardous to the health! Ensure that sufficient ventilation or extraction systemsare in use. Always ensure compliance with the legal limit values.• Using clean water, rinse work pieces that have been degreased with chlorinatedsolvents, to prevent the risk of phosgene gas forming. Do not place degreasingbaths containing chlorine in the vicinity of the welding area.• Adhere to the general fire protection regulations, and remove flammablematerials from the vicinity of the welding work area before starting work.• Keep suitable fire-extinguishing equipment ready for use in the work location.