Hot Max Torches MM-1 User Manual

Operator’s Manual

Mobile Max Portable Torch Kit

Model MM-1

WARNING: Do not assemble, install or operate this equipment without reading ALL of
this manual and the safety precautions and warnings illustrated in this manual.

KDAR Company
1 Mulch Lane
St. Louis, MO 63044

Tel: [phone]
Fax: [phone]
Web Site: www.hotmaxtorches.com

SAFETY PRECAUTIONS AND WARNINGS

PLEASE READ BEFORE USING EQUIPMENT

WARNING

ARC RAYS CAN BURN SKIN AND EYES

 Gas welding and cutting produce intense ultraviolet and infrared rays that can burn skin and eyes
 Wear face protection, either helmet or shield when operating with ANSI Z49.1 approved shade

 Wear approved safety glasses with side shields under the face protection
 Warn others not to stare at the light as it can cause damage to the eyes. Provide barriers to protect

 Wear flame resistant gloves, clothing, and shoes when operating

FUMES AND GASES CAN BE HAZARDOUS

 Gas cutting produces fumes and gases and breathing these gases is hazardous to your health
 Keep your head out of the fumes and do not breath the fumes while cutting/welding
 Work only in a confined area if it has sufficient ventilation, or while wearing an air supplied res-

 Read the MSDS sheets and the instructions from manufacturers for metals to be welded, coat-

 Do not use the welder near hydrocarbon vapors coming from degreasing, cleaning, or spraying

 Do not weld/cut coated metals, such as galvanized, lead, or cadmium plated steel. Before weld-

 Do not weld/cut containers with toxic, flammable, or reactive elements stored in them. They

 Keep children away from this equipment

 Protect your self and others from possible injury
 Pacemaker wearers should consult with their doctor before operating
 Read and follow all instructions in this manual before operating
 All installation, operation, and maintenance procedures are to be per-

formed only by qualified individuals

#9 recommended for all activities. The lens should conform to ANSI Z87.1 standards for testing.

other workers in the area from the light while operating

pirator. Fumes from welding deplete the oxygen supply and can be harmful. Always be sure
there is ample breathing air

ings, and cleaners

operations. The heat and rays can react with solvent vapors to create the gas phosgene, a very
toxic gas and other irritating gases

ing, all plating must be removed. The area must be well ventilated or an air supplied hood must
be used. The coatings and chemicals when burned cause highly irritating and toxic fumes.

must be emptied and properly prepared before welding.

WELDING SPARKS CAN CAUSE INJURY, FIRE, OR EXPLOSION

 Remove all flammable materials from the welding area.
 Always have a charged fire extinguisher available in the welding area.
 When not welding make sure the welding gas cylinder valves are closed.
 Avoid welding near hydraulic lines, fuel lines, electrical cords, air hoses, or welding gas lines.
 Sparks and hot metal fly out from the work area when welding, wear approved safety glasses with

side shields under approved helmets, wear proper body and hand protection, and wear flame re­sistant ear plugs to keep sparks from entering the ears

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CYLINDERS CAN EXPLODE IF DAMAGED

 Gas cylinders contain gas under very high pressure. If damaged they can result in that cylinder ex-

ploding. Gas cylinders are a major part of metalworking and must be treated with care.

 Protect gas cylinders from excessive heat, mechanical shocks, slag, open flames, sparks, and arcs
 Always keep cylinders in an upright position securely fastened to a fixed support
 Valve protection caps should always be in place and hand tight except when the cylinder is in use
 Keep all cylinders away from any welding or electrical circuits
 Never allow the flame from a torch to contact a cylinder
 Never cut any type of pressurized cylinder, an explosion could result
 Always turn your face away from the valve when opening the cylinder
 Read and follow all instructions on compressed gas cylinders, associated equipment, and CGA pub-

lication P-1 listed in the Safety Standards before using

HOT PARTS CAN CAUSE SERIOUS BURNS

 Do not touch hat parts without wearing protection.
 Allow the torch to cool sufficiently before working with parts that could potentially be hot.

NOISE CAN DAMAGE HEARING

 Prolonged noise exposure from welding equipment can cause damage if levels of noise exceed the

OSHA standards

 Wear approved hearing protectors
 Warn other workers nearby of the high noise level and hazard

CALIFORNIA PROPOSITION 65 WARNINGS

 Welding or cutting equipment produces fumes or gases which contain chemicals known to the State of California to cause

birth defects, and in some cases, cancer. (California Health and Safety Code Section 25249.5 et seq.)

PRINCIPAL SAFETY STANDARDS

AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY

 AWS C5.2, Recommended Practices for Plasma Arc Cutting
 AWS F4.1, Recommended Safe Practices for the Preparation for Welding and Cutting

OSHA STANDARDS

 OSHA 29 CFR 1910, Safety and Health Standards

NATIONAL FIRE PROTECTION ASSOCIATION

 NFPA Standard 70, National Electric Code
 NFPA Standard 51B, Cutting and Welding Processes

AMERICAN NATIONAL STANDARDS INSTITUTE

 ANSI Standard Z87.1, Safe practices for Occupation and Educational Eye and Face Protection
 ANSI Standard Z49.1, Safety in Welding and Cutting

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Installation & Setup

Features, Benefits & Functions

Features

 Brass & Stainless Construction
 Welds up to 1/4 Inch*
 Cuts up to 4 Inches*
 Welding Tip, #1 Size
 Cutting Tip, 1-3-101 Victor Style
 Twin Welding Hose, 10’ x 3/16”
 Oxygen Regulator

*Larger Tip are Required to do this, Purchase Separately

Functions

 Steel Cutting up to 4”*
 Welding up to 1/4”*

 Acetylene Regulator
 Goggles & Striker
 Torch Handle & Cutting Head
 Heavy Duty Molded Tote Carrier
 Refillable 20 Cubic Foot Oxygen Tank—CGA540
 Refillable 10 Cubic Foot Acetylene Tank—CGA200
 Built in Storage Unit with Clear Door

 Solders up to 3/4” Copper & Brass
 Silver Solders

Benefits

 Everything in one Heavy Duty Molded

Case

 Mobile and Easy to Carry on Job Site

Package Contents

1. Acetylene Regulator

2. Oxygen Regulator

3. Acetylene Tank

4. Oxygen Tank

5. Torch Handle

6. Welding Tip

7. Cutting Head w/Tip

8. Striker

9. Heavy Duty Tote

10. Goggles

11. Acetylene Tank Key

12. Hose

Acetylene

Regulator

Torch Handle

 Attaches to Dual Purpose Cart (100MC), Sold Sepa-

rately

 Cuts, Welds and Solders in One Kit

Oxygen

Regulator

Acetylene

Tank

Oxygen

Tank

Welding Tip

Cutting Head

Striker

Heavy Duty Tote

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Goggles

Acetylene Tank

Key

Hose