Unitor UPC 838 Owner's Manual

Air plasma cutter

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UPC 838
OM-202 515C
2005−12
Processes
Air Plasma Cutting
and Gouging
Description
Air Plasma Cutter

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  • Page 1 UPC 838 OM-202 515C 2005−12 Processes Air Plasma Cutting and Gouging Description Air Plasma Cutter...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING 1-1. Symbol Usage ............... . 1-2.
  • Page 4 Declaration of Conformity for European Community (CE) Products NOTE This information is provided for units with CE certification (see rating label on unit). Miller Electric Mfg. Co. Manufacturer’s Name: 1635 W. Spencer Street Manufacturer’s Address: Appleton, WI 54914 USA UPC 838...
  • Page 5: Section 1 − Safety Precautions - Read Before Using

    SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING 1-1. Symbol Usage Means Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards with this procedure! The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols. Y Marks a special safety message. Means “Note”; not safety related. 1-2.
  • Page 6 EXPLODING PARTS can injure. D On inverter power sources, failed parts can ex- plode or cause other parts to explode when power is applied. Always wear a face shield and long sleeves when servicing inverters. FLYING SPARKS can cause injury. Sparks and hot metal blow out from the cutting arc.
  • Page 7: Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance

    1-3. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance HOT PARTS can cause severe burns. D Do not touch hot parts bare handed. D Allow cooling period before working on torch. MOVING PARTS can cause injury. D Keep away from moving parts such as fans. D Keep all doors, panels, covers, and guards closed and securely in place.
  • Page 8: Principal Safety Standards

    1-5. Principal Safety Standards Safety in Welding and Cutting, ANSI Standard Z49.1, from American Welding Society, 550 N.W. LeJeune Rd, Miami FL 33126 Safety and Health Standards, OSHA 29 CFR 1910, from Superinten- dent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.
  • Page 9: Section 2 − Consignes De Sécurité − Lire Avant Utilisation

    SECTION 2 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT UTILISATION 2-1. Signification des symboles Signifie Mise en garde ! Soyez vigilant ! Cette procédure présente des risques de danger ! Ceux-ci sont identifiés par des symboles adjacents aux directives. Y Identifie un message de sécurité particulier. Signifie NOTA ;...
  • Page 10 Isoler la pince de masse quand pas mis à la pièce pour éviter le contact avec tout objet métallique. Il y a DU COURANT CONTINU IMPORTANT dans les convertisseurs après la suppression de l’ali- mentation électrique. D Arrêter les convertisseurs, débrancher le courant électrique, et dé- charger les condensateurs d’alimentation selon les instructions indiquées dans la partie entretien avant de toucher les pièces.
  • Page 11: Dangers Supplémentaires En Relation Avec L'installation, Le Fonctionnement Et La Maintenance

    LES BOUTEILLES peuvent exploser si elles sont endommagées. Les bouteilles de gaz contiennent du gaz sous haute pression. Si une bouteille est endommagée, elle peut exploser. Puisque les bouteilles de gaz font habituellement partie d’un processus de travail des métaux, assurez−vous de les manipuler correctement.
  • Page 12: Principales Normes De Sécurité

    2-4. Principales normes de sécurité Safety in Welding and Cutting, norme ANSI Z49.1, de l’American Wel- ding Society, 550 N.W. Lejeune Rd, Miami FL 33126 Safety and Health Sandards, OSHA 29 CFR 1910, du Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402.
  • Page 13: Section 3 − Definitions

    SECTION 3 − DEFINITIONS 3-1. Warning Label Definitions Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards as shown by the symbols. Cutting sparks can cause explosion or fire. 1.1 Keep flammables away from cutting. Do not cut near flammables. 1.2 Cutting sparks can cause fires.
  • Page 14: Air Supply Precaution

    3-2. Air Supply Precaution OM-202515 Page 10 > 60 s S-185 836 Use Only Oil Free Dry Compressed Air Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards as shown by the symbols. Electric shock from wiring can kill. Disconnect input plug or power before working on machine.
  • Page 15: Manufacturer's Rating Label For Ce Products

    3-3. Manufacturer’s Rating Label For CE Products 3-4. Symbols And Definitions NOTE Some symbols are found only on CE products. Amperes Volts Protective Earth (Ground) Rated No Load Voltage (Average) Suitable for Some Hazardous Locations Degree Of Protection Maximum Effective 1eff Supply Current 30A/92V...
  • Page 16: Section 4 − Installation

    Model/Rated Volts @ @ Rated Output 50/60 Hz, Cutting 3 Phase Capacity 21.6 UPC 838 80 A @ 112 80 A @ 112 Volts DC, 60% Duty Cycle 19.3 4-2. Duty Cycle And Overheating Three-Phase Input Power: 6 Minutes Cutting...
  • Page 17: Cutting Speed

    4-3. Cutting Speed Cutting speed is approximately 10 inches per minute at 0.88 in (22 mm) mild steel thickness at max setting/tip saver mode. UPC 838 The cutting speed curve shows the recommended maximum cutting speed capabilities of the power source and torch for mild steel of various thickness.
  • Page 18: Selecting A Location

    4-4. Selecting a Location Dimensions And Weight 74 lb (34.6 kg) Movement Location 18 in (460 mm) OM-202 515 Page 14 24 in (610 mm) 12-1/2 in (318 mm) Y Do not move or operate unit where it could tip. 18 in (460 mm) 17 in...
  • Page 19: Connecting Work Clamp And Gas/Air Supply

    (optional) or apply pipe sealant, and install fitting in opening. Route hose to gas/air supply. Adjust gas/air pressure according to Section 5-2. Tools Needed: 5/8, 1-1/8 in Ref. 803 640-A / 802 803-A UPC 838 21.6 19.3 OM-202 515 Page 15...
  • Page 20: Connecting Input Power

    4-7. Connecting Input Power Green/Yellow OM-202 515 Page 16 Y Always connect grounding conductor first. = GND/PE Check input voltage available at site. Input And Grounding Conductors Line Disconnect Device See Section 4-6. Y Always connect green wire to supply grounding termi- nal, never to a line terminal.
  • Page 21: Section 5 − Operation

    SECTION 5 − OPERATION 5-1. Controls Gas/Air Pressure Gauge Gas/Air Pressure Adjustment Knob Output Control Use control to set cutting output. Gas/air automatically flows at the set pressure. Use Gas/Air Set area of control range for set- ting gas/air pressure (see Section 5-2). Trouble Lights (see Section 6-2) Rear of Unit...
  • Page 22: Setting Gas/Air Pressure

    Turn On Gas/Air Supply Output Control OM-202 515 Page 18 Rear of Unit Requires Set UPC 838 To 80 PSI Adjust Pressure On Unit Power Switch Place controls as indicated. Only gas/air circuit is activated when the Power switch is turned On with Output Control in Gas/Air Set position.
  • Page 23: Sequence Of Operation

    5-3. Sequence Of Operation Do not clean torch by hitting it against a hard surface. Hitting hard surfaces can damage torch parts and stop proper opera- tion. Install & Put On Personal Connect Safety Equipment Equipment Begin Cutting EXAMPLE Of Cutting Operation Place drag shield on edge of metal, or allow correct standoff distance −...
  • Page 24: Section 6 − Maintenance & Troubleshooting

    SECTION 6 − MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING 6-1. Routine Maintenance Check Torch Tip, Electrode, And Shield Cup Replace Cracked Parts Check Gas/Air Hose OM-202 515 Page 20 Y Disconnect power before maintaining. Each Use Every Week Check Shield Cup Shutdown System 3 Months Replace Unreadable...
  • Page 25: Trouble Lights

    6-2. Trouble Lights Difficulty establishing pilot arc may indicate consumables need to be cleaned or replaced. 6-3. Checking Shield Cup Shutdown System Power must be reset whenever the cup shutdown system is activated. Always turn Off power when changing or checking consumables. Pressure Light Lights if gas/air pressure is below 50 PSI (345 kPa).
  • Page 26: Troubleshooting

    6-4. Troubleshooting Trouble No pilot arc; difficulty in establishing an Clean or replace worn consumables as necessary (see torch Owner’s Manual). arc. Check for damaged torch or torch cable (see torch Owner’s Manual). No cutting output; Power light off; Place Power switch in On position. Trouble lights off;...
  • Page 27 Notes OM-202 515 Page 23...
  • Page 28: Section 7 − Electrical Diagram

    SECTION 7 − ELECTRICAL DIAGRAM Figure 6-1. Circuit Diagram For Power Source OM-202 515 Page 24...
  • Page 29 202 521 OM-202 515 Page 25...
  • Page 30: Section 8 − Parts List

    SECTION 8 − PARTS LIST Hardware is common and not available unless listed. OM-202 515 Page 26 *Service Note: Item 29 is supplied as a two-circuit card assembly. Separate and discard breakaway portion of circuit card assembly located in lower right-hand corner, and replace with circuit card 670 349, Item 66.
  • Page 31 Item Dia. Unitor Mkgs. Part No....671 222 ....671 073 .
  • Page 32 Item Dia. Unitor Mkgs. Part No....671 354 .......
  • Page 33 Drag Shield Retaining Cup Electrode 670 331 670 323 670 315 670 307 Deflector Retaining Cup Electrode 670 364 670 323 670 356 670 349 Shield Retaining Cup Electrode 670 380 670 323 670 372 670 307 Electrode Wrench 671 479 ICE−80C CONSUMABLES (UNITOR)
  • Page 34 Notes...
  • Page 35 Notes...
  • Page 36 Owner’s Record Please complete and retain with your personal records. Model Name Purchase Date (Date which equipment was delivered to original customer.) Distributor Address City State Resources Available Always provide Model Name and Serial/Style Number. Contact your Distributor for: Contact the Delivering Carrier to: PRINTED IN USA Serial/Style Number Welding Supplies and Consumables...

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