Installation; General; Equipment Required; Location - ESAB PCM-50i Instruction Manual

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SECTION 2

2.1 GENERAL

Proper installation can contribute materially to the satis-
factory and trouble-free operation of the PCM-50i cutting
package. It is suggested that each step in this section be
studied carefully and followed as closely as possible.

2.2 EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

A source of clean, dry air that supplies 250 cfh at 65-75
psig is required for the cutting operation. The air supply
should not exceed 150 psig (the maximum inlet pressure
rating of the air filter-regulator supplied with the pack-
age).

2.3 LOCATION

Adequate ventilation is necessary to provide proper
cooling of the PCM-50i and the amount of dirt, dust, and
excessive heat to which the equipment is exposed,
should be minimized. There should be at least one foot
of clearance between the PCM-50i power source and
wall or any other obstruction to allow freedom of air
movement through the power source.
Installing or placing any type of filtering device will restrict
the volume of intake air, thereby subjecting the power
source internal components to overheating. The war-
ranty is void if any type of filter device is used.
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2.4 INSPECTION

A.
Remove the shipping container and all packing
material and inspect for evidence of concealed
damage which may not have been apparant upon
receipt of the PCM-50i. Notify the carrier of any
defects or damage at once.
B.
Check container for any loose parts prior to dispos-
ing of shipping materials.
C.
Check air louvers and any other openings to ensure
that any obstruction is removed.
2.5 PRIMARY ELECTRICAL INPUT
CONNECTIONS (FIGURE 2-1)
ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL! Precautionary mea-
sures should be taken to provide maximum protec-
tion against electrical shock. Be sure that all power
is off by opening the line (wall) disconnect switch
and by unplugging the power cord to the unit when
connections are made inside of the power source.
The PCM-50i console operating on 380/415 V, 3-phase
input is equipped with a 10-ft, 4-conductor input power
cord with no plug. A line (wall) disconnect switch, with a
20 ampere circuit breaker, should be provided at the
main power panel. The customer may connect the input
power cord directly to the disconnect switch or purchase
a proper plug and receptacle from a local electrical
supplier. The cable connecting the disconnect switch to
the receptacle should include four (three power and one
ground) No. 12 AWG insulated conductors.

INSTALLATION

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