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## Check that there is a '''CO<sub>2</sub>''' fire extinguisher '''immediately to hand'''. | ## Check that there is a '''CO<sub>2</sub>''' fire extinguisher '''immediately to hand'''. | ||
## Check that the water pump is running | ## Check that the water pump is running | ||
## Check that the extractor fan is on | ## Check that the extractor fan is on AND that air is flowing. You should be able to feel it at the mouth of the extraction tube. | ||
# '''Caution:''' Be certain that the water coolant is at a suitable temperature. | # '''Caution:''' Be certain that the water coolant is at a suitable temperature. | ||
#* If you are unsure if the cutter has been '''used recently''', or you have been using the cutter for an '''extended period of time''' (an hour or so) check the temperature of the water using the infra-red thermometer. | #* If you are unsure if the cutter has been '''used recently''', or you have been using the cutter for an '''extended period of time''' (an hour or so) check the temperature of the water using the infra-red thermometer. | ||
