PT-600 Mechanized Plasma Cutting Torch

SECTION 1
SAFETY
!
WARNING
Radiation hazard.
Arc rays can injure eyes and burn skin.
• Wear correct eye and body protection.
• Wear dark safety glasses or goggles with side
shields. Refer to following chart for recommended
lens shades for plasma cutting:
Arc Current
Lens Shade
Up to 100 Amps Shade No. 8
100-200 Amps Shade e No. 10
200-400 Amps Shade No. 12
Over 400 Amps Shade No. 14
• Replace glasses/goggles when lenses are pitted or
broken
• Warn others in area not to look directly at the arc
unless wearing appropriate safety glasses.
• Prepare cutting area to reduce reflection n and
transmission of ultraviolet light.
• Paint walls and other surfaces with dark colors to
reduce reflections.
• Install protective screens or curtains to reduce
ultraviolet transmission.
!
WARNING
Ruptured Gas Cylinders Can Kill
Mishandling gas cylinders can rupture and violently
release gas.
• Avoid rough handling of cylinders.
• Keep cylinder valves closed when not in use.
• Maintain hoses and fittings in good condition.
• Always secure cylinders in an upright position by
chain or strap to a suitable stable object not part of
an electrical circuit.
• Locate cylinders away from heat, sparks and
flames. Never strike an arc on a cylinder.
• Refer to CGA Standard P-1, P
“Precautions for Safe
Handling of Compressed Gases in Cylinders”,
available from Compressed Gas Association.
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