5-4. Sequence Of Operation
EXAMPLE Of Cutting Operation
The pilot arc starts immediately when trigger is pressed.
Raise trigger lock and press
After cutting arc starts, slowly
Place tip on work for drag cutting.
trigger. Pilot arc starts.
start moving torch across metal.
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For maximum cutting speed and
tip life, use a standoff distance of
1/16 in (1.6 mm) to 1/8 in (3.2 mm).
Dragging tip will reduce tip life.
Adjust torch speed so
Pause briefly at end of
Postflow continues for 20 seconds after
sparks go thru metal and
cut before releasing trigger.
releasing trigger; cutting arc can be instantly
out bottom of cut.
restarted during postflow by raising trigger
lock and pressing trigger.
Ref. 802 878
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