OM-272 180B 2015−07 Processes Air Plasma Cutting Description Air Plasma Cutter AirForce 12ci ™ And XT12R Torch File: Plasma Cutters www.HobartWelders.
From Hobart to You Thank you and congratulations on choosing Hobart. Now you can get the job done and get it done right. We know you don’t have time to do it any other way. This Owner’s Manual is designed to help you get the most out of your Hobart products. Please take time to read the Safety precautions. They will help you protect yourself against potential hazards on the worksite. We’ve made installation and operation quick and easy.
TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1. Symbol Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2. Plasma Arc Cutting Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-3. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . .
SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING pom_2013−09 Protect yourself and others from injury — read, follow, and save these important safety precautions and operating instructions. 1-1. Symbol Usage DANGER! − Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols or explained in the text. Indicates a hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could result in death or serious injury.
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous. SIGNIFICANT DC VOLTAGE exists in inverter power sources AFTER the removal of input power. Cutting produces fumes and gases. Breathing these fumes and gases can be hazardous to your health. Turn Off unit, disconnect input power, check voltage on input capacitors, and be sure it is near zero (0) volts before touching any parts.
1-3. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance HOT PARTS can burn. BATTERY EXPLOSION can injure. Do not touch hot parts bare handed. Allow cooling period before working on equipment. To handle hot parts, use proper tools and/or wear heavy, insulated welding gloves and clothing to prevent burns. Do not use plasma cutter to charge batteries or jump start vehicles unless it has a battery charging feature designed for this purpose. FALLING EQUIPMENT can injure.
1-4. 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 & Safety Code Section 25249.5 et seq.) This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the state of California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after use. 1-5.
SECTION 2 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT UTILISATION pom_2013−09fre Pour écarter les risques de blessure pour vous−même et pour autrui — lire, appliquer et ranger en lieu sûr ces consignes relatives aux précautions de sécurité et au mode opératoire. 2-1. Signification des symboles DANGER! − Indique une situation dangereuse qui si on l’évite pas peut donner la mort ou des blessures graves. Les dangers possibles sont montrés par les symboles joints ou sont expliqués dans le texte.
Coupez l’alimentation d’entrée avant d’installer l’appareil ou d’effectuer l’entretien. Verrouillez ou étiquetez la sortie d’alimentation selon la norme OSHA 29 CFR 1910.147 (reportez−vous aux Principales normes de sécurité). Installer le poste correctement et le mettre à la terre convenablement selon les consignes du manuel de l’opérateur et les normes nationales, départementales et locales.
Si vous êtes à l’intérieur au moment du coupage, ventilez la pièce ou ayez recours à une ventilation aspirante installée près de l’arc pour évacuer les vapeurs et les gaz. Pour déterminer la bonne ventilation, il est recommandé de procéder à un prélèvement pour la composition et la quantité de fumées et de gaz auxquels est exposé le personnel. Si la ventilation est médiocre, utilisez un respirateur anti−vapeurs approuvé.
LIRE LES INSTRUCTIONS. Lire et appliquer les instructions sur les étiquettes et le Mode d’emploi avant l’installation, l’utilisation ou l’entretien de l’appareil. Lire les informations de sécurité au début du manuel et dans chaque section. N’utiliser que les pièces de rechange recommandées par le constructeur. Effectuer l’entretien en respectant les manuels d’utilisation, les normes industrielles et les codes nationaux, d’état et locaux.
2-4. Proposition californienne 65 Avertissements Les équipements de soudage et de coupage produisent des fumées et des gaz qui contiennent des produits chimiques dont l’État de Californie reconnaît qu’ils provoquent des malformations congénitales et, dans certains cas, des cancers. (Code de santé et de sécurité de Californie, chapitre 25249.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com SECTION 3 − DEFINITIONS 3-1.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com SECTION 4 − SPECIFICATIONS 4-1. Serial Number And Rating Label Location The serial number and rating information for this product is located on back. Use rating label to determine input power requirements and/or rated output. For future reference, write serial number in space provided on back cover of this manual. 4-2.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 4-5. Selecting A Location 8-1/4 in. (210 mm) Dimensions And Weight 27 lb (12.3 kg) 10-1/4 in. (260 mm) 12-1/4 in. (311 mm) loc_2 3/96 - Ref. 804 852-A 4-6. Torch Dimensions And Weight Dimensions And Weight 2.2 lb (1.0 kg) 8-3/4 in. (222 mm) 1-3/16 in. (30 mm) 1-1/2 in. (38 mm) Ref. 227 905-A 4-7. Environmental Specifications IP Rating IP23CS This equipment is designed for outdoor use.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com SECTION 5 − INSTALLATION 5-1. Selecting A Location ! Do not move or operate unit where it could tip. ! Special installation may be required where gasoline or volatile liquids are present − see NEC Article 511 or CEC Section 20. 1 Lift Handle Use lift handle to lift and move unit. 10 in. (254 mm) 10 in. (254 mm) loc_2 3/96 - Ref. 804 852-A / 227905-A 5-2.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 5-3. Electrical Service Guide Elec Serv 2014−01 Failure to follow these electrical service guide recommendations could create an electric shock or fire hazard. These recommendations are for a dedicated circuit sized for the rated output and duty cycle of the welding power source.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 5-5. Connecting 120 Volt Input Power ! Installation must meet all National and Local Codes − have only qualified persons make this installation. ! Special installation may be required where gasoline or volatile liquids are present − see NEC Article 511 or CEC Section 20. For 120 volts AC input power, a 15 or 20 ampere individual branch circuit protected by time-delay fuses or circuit breaker is required.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com SECTION 6 − OPERATION 6-1. Controls 2 1 3 4 269 708-B 1 Power Switch The cooling fan will run for a few seconds after the power switch is placed in the OFF position in order to discharge internal circuitry. 2 Power Light Use light to tell if unit is energized and ready to operate. Light blinks if input power is not within specified range. 3 Cup Light 4 Light comes on if cup is removed from torch.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 6-3. Trigger Safety Lock 1 Trigger 1 Trigger Unlocked Trigger Locked Ref. 253 554-A 6-4. Plasma Cutting System Practices ! Always connect work clamp to a clean, paint-free location on workpiece, as close to cutting area as possible. The pilot arc starts immediately when trigger is pressed. DO NOT start pilot arc without cutting as this shortens the service life of the nozzle and electrode.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 6-5. Sequence Of Cutting Operation 90° Connect work clamp to a clean, paint-free location on workpiece, as close to cutting area as possible. ! The pilot arc starts immediately when trigger is pressed. Raise trigger lock and press trigger. Pilot arc starts. Adjust torch speed so sparks go thru metal and out bottom of cut. For extended (non-shielded) cutting, use 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) standoff distance (dragging tip will reduce tip life).
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 6-6. Sequence Of Cutting Using Stand-off Guide ! The pilot arc starts immediately when trigger is pressed. EXAMPLE Of Cutting Using Stand-off Guide Stand-off Guide Installation Split section to bottom 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) Place stand-off guide on work. Stand-off guide provides 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) gap between tip and workpiece. Adjust speed so sparks go thru metal and out bottom of cut. Slide trigger lock back. Press trigger. Pilot arc starts.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 6-7. Sequence Of Piercing Operation ! The pilot arc starts immediately when trigger is pressed. 45° Connect work clamp to a clean, paint-free location on workpiece, as close to cutting area as possible. 90° Rotate torch to upright position approximately 90° to surface. When arc has pierced through workpiece, start cutting. Hold torch at approximately 45° to the workpiece. Raise trigger lock and press trigger. Pilot arc starts.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com SECTION 7 − MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING 7-1. Routine Maintenance ! = Check = Change = Clean * To be done by Factory Authorized Service Agent = Replace Disconnect power before maintaining. Maintain more often during severe conditions.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 7-2. Trouble Lights And Checking Shield Cup Shutdown System 1 Power Light Light is steady if input power is okay. Light flashes if input power is less than 92 volts AC or greater than 136 volts AC. Light stops flashing 15 seconds after condition is corrected or when torch trigger is pressed. 1 If certain problems occur, the trouble light comes on, and output stops. 2 2 Cup Light Lights if shield cup is loose/off.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 7-3. Checking/Replacing Retaining Cup, Tip, And Electrode ! ! Overtightening will strip threads. Do not overtighten retaining cup during assembly. Do not cross-thread parts causing stripping. Use care during torch assembly and parts replacement. Inspect shield cup, tip, and electrode for wear before cutting or whenever cutting speed has been significantly reduced. Do not operate torch without a tip or electrode in place.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 7-4. Compressor Filter Cleaning And Replacement ! Turn Off power source, and disconnect input power. 1 2 Power Source Compressor Filter Remove wrapper from unit. Unscrew filter from compressor. Clean debris from filter surface or replace filter, if necessary. Do not overtighten filter. Screw filter back into compressor. Tighten 1 full turn past hand tight. Reinstall wrapper. 1 2 Tools Needed: 5/16 in. 5/8 in. Ref.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 7-5. Torch And Work Cable Connections ! Turn Off power source, and disconnect input power. If torch or work cable needs to be removed or replaced, proceed as follows: 1 8 Power Source Remove wrapper from unit. Torch Connections Remove existing torch cable from unit. 5 9 7 6 4 1 2 Strain Relief 3 Torch Cable Insert strain relief on end of cable through front panel opening.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 7-6. Troubleshooting Power Source Is input power connected to correct line voltage? No Connect unit to proper input voltage. (see Section 5-3). Are Power and Temp lights flashing? Yes * The compressor current limit was exceeded either above or below its operating range (see Section 7-2). Yes No Is Power switch in the On position? No Place Power switch in the On position. (see Section 6-1).
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 7-7. Troubleshooting Torch Does arc go on and off while cutting? Yes No Does arc go out while cutting? Yes Torch travel speed too slow; increase travel speed (see Sections 6-4, 6-5, and 6-7). Clean or replace torch consumables as necessary (see Section 7-3). Be sure work clamp is securely attached to a clean (paint and rust free) workpiece. Reduce torch tip to workpiece stand-off distance.
SECTION 8 − ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM 272 219-A Figure 8-1.
SECTION 9 − PARTS LIST 9-1. Recommended Spare Parts 271 905-A Item No. Dia. Mkgs. Part No. Figure 9-1. Consumable Parts For XT12R Description Quantity Recommended Spare Parts ................... ................... ................... ................... ................... ................... ................... ................... 268 919 770 795 770 794 232 015 244 241 262 557 770 792 770 791 . . XT12R, 12ft Hand Held Torch (replacement) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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