Additional Safety For Fume Extractors - Grizzly G0964 Owner's Manual

Additional Safety for Fume Extractors

Welding fumes can cause suffocation or poisoning if operating in an enclosed space without
adequate ventilation and fume extraction. All users must be properly trained on the potential
hazards, manufacturer's operating procedures, use of personal protective equipment (PPE),
emergency procedures, and safety precautions for welding operations. To reduce these risks,
operator and bystanders MUST completely heed the warnings below.
TOXIC FUMES. Welding produces hazardous
fumes that can suffocate or poison without warn-
ing. Reduce this risk by researching consumables
needed for operation, atmospheric contaminants,
materials, and material coatings, and take neces-
sary precautions for fumes that will be produced.
Use ANSI-approved respirator for applicable type
of operation and protect others from fumes.
Position hood near workpiece to extract fumes
before they spread throughout and contaminate
work area. If extractor malfunctions, immediately
stop and correct the issue.
FLAMMABLE MATERIALS. Keep flammable
materials and vapors away from fume extractor
and welding operation. Sparks from welding oper-
ation and heat from fumes present a fire hazard.
WELDING SAFETY. Welding without approved
personal protective equipment can cause severe
damage to eyes and body. Read and understand
all safety warnings provided by manufacturer for
any welder you plan to use with fume extractor
and take proper precautions.
ADEQUATE VENTILATION. Do not use fume
extractor in confined space without adequate
ventilation. Fume extractors do not replace oxy-
gen that is consumed by welding operations.
Suffocation or explosion can occur if this warning
is ignored. Open covers, doors, and windows to
sustain fresh air ventilation or use an additional
form of mechanical ventilation to ventilate space.
Those inside work area should wear air-line respi-
rators. Have personnel monitor operator from out-
side operating area in case of equipment failure.
INSPECTIONS/MAINTENANCE. Always inspect
equipment and all seals/gaskets prior to opera-
tions. Repair or replace defective components
before starting. Stop welding operation if fume
extractor is leaking or malfunctions.
Model G0964 (Mfd. Since 04/23)
FUME EXTRACTION. NEVER modify machine or
bypass safety features. Machine is not designed
to collect wood, glass, asbestos, lead paint dust,
silica, animal parts, biohazards, burning materi-
als/ashes, combustible dust, flammable liquids or
gases, sprayed paint, burning slag, molten metal,
or fumes from laser engravers/cutters. Always
position hood to only collect smoke and fumes,
and operate machine with all filters and covers in
place. If any filter is missing or replaced with non-
specification filter, fume extractor will not properly
filter contaminated air and will be unsafe to use.
FILTER CLEANING/DISPOSAL. Filters and dust
drawer must be changed regularly according to
the frequency of use, or as specified by manufac-
turer. When servicing filters, make sure operator
and any bystanders are wearing personal protec-
tive equipment. When cleaning filters and cabi-
net, do not use compressed air. Only use a shop
vacuum that is equipped with a HEPA filter, or
dangerous particulates may be spread throughout
the area and contaminate the air. Wrap all waste
filters in air-tight plastic bags, then mark and dis-
pose of according to current laws and regulations.
MOVING. Use base handle, not arm, to move
machine. Moving machine by arm could damage
it and reduce air flow efficiency and machine's
ability to extract dangerous fumes. Lock casters
prior to adjusting arm to avoid dragging machine
and putting unnecessary stress on arm.
EXPERIENCING DIFFICULTIES. Keep in mind
that welding hazards are intensified in a confined
space. If you are experiencing difficulties perform-
ing the intended operation, stop using the equip-
ment, and contact the Occupational Safety and
Health Administration (OSHA) at (800) 321-6742,
or online at www.osha.gov to find out how to
design and maintain the best overall welding fume
extraction system for your needs.
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