TitanTig 200 DC Pulse Operators Manual
Issue. A 0516
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS –READ BEFORE USING
These general safety norms cover both arc welding machines and plasma cutting machines unless
otherwise noted.
The equipment must only be used for the purpose it was designed for. Using it in any other way could
result in damage or injury and in breach of the safety rules. Only suitably trained and competent persons
should use the equipment. Operators should respect the safety of other persons.
Prevention against electric shock
The equipment should be installed by a qualified person and in accordance with current standards
in operation. It is the user’s responsibility to ensure that the equipment is connected to a suitable
power supply. Consult with your utility supplier if required.
If earth grounding of the work piece is required, ground it directly with a separate cable.
Do not use the equipment with the covers removed.
Do not touch live electrical parts or parts which are electrically charged.
Turn off all equipment when not in use.
Cables (both primary supply and welding) should be regularly checked for damage and
overheating. Do not use worn, damaged, under sized or poorly jointed cables.
Ensure that you wear the correct protective clothing, gloves, head and eye protection.
Insulate yourself from work and ground using dry insulating mats or covers big enough to prevent
any physical contact with the work ground.
Never touch the electrode if you are in contact with the work ground, or another electrode from a
different machine.
Do not wrap cables over your body.
Ensure that you take additional safety precautions when you are welding in electrically hazardous
conditions such as damp environments, wearing wet clothing, and metal structures. Try to avoid
welding in cramped or restricted positions.
Ensure that the equipment is well maintained. Repair or replace damaged or defective parts
immediately. Carry out any regular maintenance in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
Safety against fumes and welding gases
Locate the equipment in a well-ventilated position.
Keep your head out of the fumes. Do not breathe the fumes.
Ensure the welding zone is in a well-ventilated area. If this is not possible provision should be
made for suitable fume extraction.
If ventilation is poor, wear an approved respirator. Read and understand the Material Safety Data
Sheets (MSDS’s) and the manufacturer’s instructions for metals, consumable, coatings, cleaners,
and de-greasers.
Do not weld in locations near any de-greasing, cleaning, or spraying operations. Be aware that
heat and rays of the arc can react with vapours to form highly toxic and irritating gases.
Do not weld on coated metals, unless the coating is removed from the weld area, the area is well
ventilated, and while wearing an air-supplied respirator. The coatings on many metals can give off
toxic fumes if welded.
