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1 DIRECTIVE
DECLARATION OF CONFORMITY
Esab Welding Equipment AB, S--695 81 Laxå, Sweden, gives its unreserved guaran-
tee that automatic welding machine A6 BFE1/BGE1 from serial number 846 com-
plies with standard EN 60292, in accordance with the requirements of directive
(89/392/EEC) and addendum (93/68/EEC), and with standard EN 50199, in accord-
ance with the requirements of directive (89/336/EEC) and addendum (93/68/EEC).
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Anders Birgersson
Managing Director
Esab Welding Equipment AB
695 81 LAXÅ
SWEDEN Tel: + 46 584 81000 Fax: + 46 584 411924
Laxå 1999--01--15
2SAFETY
Users of ESAB automatic welding machines have ultimate responsibility for ensuring that anyone who
works on or near the equipment observes all the relevant safety precautions.
The following recommendations should be observed in addition to the standard regulations that apply
to the work place.
All work must be carried out according to the specified instructions by personnel who are thoroughly
familiar with the operation of the welding machine.
Incorrect or unintentional operation of the equipment may lead to a hazardous situation which can
result in injury to the operator and damage to the equipment.
1. Anyone who uses the automatic welding machine must be familiar with:
S its operation
S the location of emergency stops
S its function
S relevant safety precautions
2. The operator must ensure that:
S no unauthorized person is stationed within the working area of the machine when it is started
up.
S that no--one is in a hazardous position when the carriage or slide mechanisms are operated.
3. The work place must:
S be clear of mechanical components, tools, or other obstructions that could prevent the oper-
ator from moving freely within the working area.
S be organized so that there is free access to the emergency stop.
4. Personal safety equipment
S Always wear recommended personal safety equipment, such as safety glasses, flame--proof
clothing, safety gloves.
S Do not wear loose--fitting items, such as scarves, bracelets, etc., which could become
trapped.
5. General precautions
Live electrical components are normally shielded from accidental contact.
S Make sure the return cable is connected securely.
S Work on high voltage components may only be carried out by a qualified electrician.
S Appropriate fire extinguishing equipment must be clearly marked and close at hand.
S Lubrication and maintenance must not be carried out on the equipment during its operation.
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