• DO NOT operate while under the influence of drugs, alcohol, or medication
• SECURE any loose fitting jewelry or clothing, tie back long hair
• ALWAYS KNOW what type of metal you are cutting
• DO NOT use torch in an area where combustible or explosive gases or materials are located
• KEEP ALL FUMES AND GASES FROM YOUR BREATHING AREA
• TURN ON the welding fume extractor and keep it over the work piece while using this machine
• NEVER TOUCH any parts that are electrically "live" or "hot"
• DO NOT CUT on containers that may have held combustibles
• DO NOT ADJUST amps under load
• DISCONNECT THE POWER when replacing any torch consumables
• REFER to instruction manual for further information (see Studio Technician)

OTHER THINGS TO REMEMBER WHEN USING THIS MACHINE:

• Replace all worn or damaged parts
• check the electrode and cutting tip prior to each cutting session or after extended usage
• The electrode will probably be the first part to wear out. See above illustration
• Turning up the amps on a worn out electrode will not allow you to cut better, and you risk damaging the cutting torch
• If you replace and parts, make sure the gas distributor goes back on in the proper direction. See above illustration
• check cutting chart in metal shop for proper cutting speed and cutting amps
• Be aware of splatter back towards you when making a piercing cut. Drill a hole first if necessary
• Excess dross, which should be minimal if cutting speed and amps are right, can be knocked off easily right after cutting is done (WEAR SAFETY GLASSES)
• If water comes out of the cutting tip, STOP IMMEDIATELY. This means the air filter needs to be changed. Contact the Department Tech
• Do not drop sharp objects onto any of the plasma cutting wires