Residual Risk; General Safety Rules - Gude SG 120 A Originalbetriebsanleitung

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Qualification: Persons over 18 years of age can
only work on the appliance. An exception includes
youngsters trained in order to reach knowledge
under supervision of the trainer during occupational
education.
Minimum age: Persons over 16 years of age can
only work on the appliance. An exception includes
youngsters trained in order to reach knowledge
under supervision of the trainer during occupational
education.
Training: Using the appliance only requires corres-
ponding training by a professional or the Operating
Instructions. No special training is necessary. The
operator is responsible for accidents or risks to third
parties.

Residual Risk

Despite the observance of the operating instructions
there still may be some hidden residual risks.
Even when the flux cored electrode welding device is
operated properly, there are still residual risks associa-
ted with the use of the device FThe following hazards
may arise in connection with the construction and
design of this flux cored electrode welding device:
• Eye injuries as a result of glare,
• Touching hot parts of the device or the workpiece
(burn injuries),
• In the event of improper protection, the risk of
accidents and fire as a result of spraying sparks or slag
particles,
• Emissions which have adverse health effects as a
result of smoke and gas, in the event of lack of air
and/or insufficient extract ventilation in closed rooms.
Reduce the residual risk by operating the flux cored
electrode welding device carefully and properly and
follow all instructions.
Emergency procedure
Conduct a first-aid procedure adequate to the injury
and summon qualified medical attendance as quickly
as possible. Protect the injured person from further
harm and calm them down.
If you seek help, state the following pieces of infor-
mation
1. Accident site,
2. Accident type,
3. Number of injured persons,
4. Injury type(s)

General Safety Rules

WARNING! Electric shock! There is a risk of
an injury caused by electric shock!
WARNING
Read all safety warnings and all instructions. Failu-
re to follow the warnings and instructions may result
in electric shock, fire and/or serious injury. Save all
warnings and instructions for future reference.
Keep your work area clean and tidy. Untidy work-
places and workbenches increase the risk of accidents
and injuries.
This appliance is not intended for use by persons
(including children) with reduced physical, sensory
or mental capabilities, or lack of experience and
knowledge, unless they have been given supervision
or instruction concerning use of the appliance by a
person responsible for their safety. Children should
be supervised to ensure that they do not play with
the appliance.
The device and packaging are not toys.
Comply with the local injury prevention regulations
and safety regulations in the work area.
Please note that permissible uses for the tool could
be limited by national regulations.
Do not use accessories which are not specifically desi-
gned and recommended by the tool manufacturer.
The device may not be placed in a narrow space or
directly against a wall during functional operation.
Only in this way can it be ensured that sufficient air
gets into the opening slit.
CAUTION! Improper handling may lead to
the flux cored electrode welding device
overheating or to material damage.
Stay alert, watch what you are doing 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.
Check the machine for any damage
The appliance must not be used if damaged or safety
equipment is defective. Replace any worn-out and
damaged parts.
The device must not be operated if it is damaged in
any way.
Repairs and works specified in these Instructions may
only be performed by qualified authorised staff.
Maintain power tools. Check for misalignment or bin-
ding of moving parts, breakage of parts and any other
condition that may affect the power tool's operation.
If damaged, have the power tool repaired before use.