Precautions Before Welding

A vehicle has various electrical parts. To protect the parts from excessive current generated when welding, be sure to perform the following procedure.

1. Switch the ignition off.
2. Disconnect the battery cables.
   Fig 1: Disconnecting Battery Cables

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3. Securely connect the welding machine ground near the welding area.
   Fig 2: Securing Welding Machine Ground

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4. Cover the peripheral parts of the welding area to protect them from weld spatter.