Chicago Electric 97717 Welder User Manual


 
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Use the power tool, accessories and f.
tool bits etc., in accordance with
these instructions and in the manner
intended for the particular type of
power tool, taking into account the
working conditions and the work to
be performed. Use of the power tool
for operations different from those
intended could result in a hazardous
situation.
Service5.
Have your power tool serviced by a.
a qualied repair person using only
identical replacement parts. This will
ensure that the safety of the power
tool is maintained.
Specic Safety Rules
Maintain labels and nameplates on 1.
the tool. These carry important safety
information. If unreadable or missing,
contact Harbor Freight Tools for a
replacement.
Avoid electrical shock. Do not permit 2.
electrically live parts, cables, or
electrodes to contact skin, clothing,
or gloves. Wear ANSI-approved
protective clothing. This unit draws
enough current to cause serious
injury or death. Before turning the
welder on, check the electrode
holder to be sure that there are no
protruding screw heads, and that
all insulation is secure. Do not weld
unless you are insulated from ground
and the work piece.
Avoid eye and body damage. Arc 3.
rays and infrared radiation can
injure eyes and burn skin. Wear
ANSI approved eye and body
protection. Do not allow viewing by
visitors without proper eye and body
protection. Use a Face Shield with
arc shaded lter plate.
Move ammable and explosive 4.
material at least 35 feet from the
welding arc to prevent welding sparks
or molten metal from starting a re.
Keep a type ABC re extinguisher
within easy reach. Thoroughly clean
the object being welded of any paint,
grease, or other foreign material.
Avoid unintentional starting. Prepare 5.
to begin work before turning on the
tool.
Do not leave the tool unattended 6.
when it is plugged into an electrical
outlet. Turn off the tool, and unplug
it from its electrical outlet before
leaving.
Use clamps (not included) or other 7.
practical ways to secure and support
the work piece to a stable platform.
Holding the work by hand or against
your body is unstable and may lead
to loss of control.
This product is not a toy. Keep it out 8.
of reach of children.
Industrial applications must follow 9.
OSHA guidelines.
People with pacemakers should 10.
consult their physician(s) before
use. Electromagnetic elds in close
proximity to heart pacemaker could
cause pacemaker interference or
pacemaker failure. In addition,
people with pacemakers should:
• Avoid operating alone.
• Do not use with power switch locked
on.
• Properly maintain and inspect to