Product manual

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SAFETY OPERATION MAINTENANCESETUP
Basic Operation
PLASMA ARC CAN CAUSE SERIOUS INJURY,
INCLUDING SEVERE CUTS, BURNS, PERMANENT EYE DAMAGE AND BLINDNESS!
Once the trigger is squeezed, the arc will ignite IMMEDIATELY.
The Torch does not need to contact the workpiece before the pilot arc ignites.
Do not look at the Plasma Arc without an ANSI-approved welding helmet featuring at least a
number 10 shade lens rating.
1� BEFORE EACH USE, inspect the general
condition of the Plasma Cutter� Check for:
• loose hardware,
• damaged cord/electrical wiring,
• cooling fan operation,
• cracked or broken parts, and
• any other condition that may
affect its safe operation�
Have a qualified technician correct
any problems before operation�
2� MAINTAIN TORCH COMPONENTS BEFORE
EVERY USE AND AFTER EVERY HOUR OF
OPERATION.
Make sure Torch is completely cool, then:
a� Disassemble Torch�
Electrode
Swirl Ring
Cutting Tip
Retaining Cup
b� Inspect the Cutting Tip.
Replace if interior is damaged, or if
opening is enlarged or gouged. Clean
inside as needed with steel wool, (remove
any pieces of steel wool afterwards)�
c� Inspect the Electrode.
Replace if pitted 1/16" or
more or if misshapen.
IMMEDIATELY REPLACE
COMPONENTS AS NEEDED.
d� Make sure all other internal torch components
are undamaged, clean, and free of debris�
e� After replacing parts as needed,
reassemble Torch tightly�
DO NOT USE WITH WORN COMPONENTS.
USING WORN COMPONENTS
WILL VOID THE WARRANTY AND
DAMAGE THE PLASMA CUTTER.
Duty Cycle
Duty Cycle is the equipment specification which
defines the number of minutes within a 10 minute
period that a piece of equipment can safely operate�
This Plasma Cutter has a 60% duty cycle at
40 amps, which means that it may be used only
6 minutes at 40 amps out of any 10 minute period,
and must be rested the remaining 4 minutes�
CAUTION: Failure to follow the duty cycle
limitations of this Plasma Cutter can easily damage
this equipment, and will void the warranty�
3� Securely attach the Ground Clamp to a part
of the workpiece or metal work table that is
clean, dry, and free from paint, oil, or dirt.
Clamp as close as possible to the planned
cut without exposing the Clamp to damage�
4� When everything is in place for cutting,
set the Power Switch to the ON position�
The green Power Light will illuminate,
but the Torch is not yet energized�
5� Orient yourself to one side of the cutting
area, and move the Welding Helmet
(sold separately) over your eyes�
keep
1/16" distance
from workpiece
90º
6� Position Torch near workpiece at start of cut�
Keep Cutting Tip at a 90º angle to workpiece,
and at 1/16" distance from workpiece�