Product Manual A

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SECTION 1:
INTRODUCTION
This booklet is a guide to the safe and efficient operation of
regulators used in oxy-fuel applications. If the apparatus is not
used in an oxy-fuel application, the operator must still follow
safety and operating procedures that apply. Regulator usage
presents several potential hazards. Read this booklet thoroughly
and carefully before operating this equipment.
All operations should conform to applicable Federal, State,
County, or City regulations for installation, operation, ventilation,
fire prevention, and protection of personnel. ANSI Standard
Z49.1, “Safety in Welding and Cutting” contains detailed safety
instructions. It is available from the American Welding Society,
P.O. Box 351040, Miami, FL 33135.
A system of notes, cautions, and warnings emphasize impor tant
safety and operating information in this booklet:
NOTE
Conveys installation, operation, or maintenance information
which is important but not hazard-related.
CAUTION
Caution indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, may result in injury.
WARNING
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which,
if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.