Installation; General; Equipment Required; Location - ESAB HandyPlasma 380 Instruction Manual

SECTION 2

2.1 GENERAL

Proper installation will insure satisfactory and trouble-free
operation of the HandyPlasma
is suggested that each step in this section be studied
carefully and followed.

2.2 EQUIPMENT REQUIRED

A source of clean, prefiltered dry air that supplies 250 cfh
at 80 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
package).
2.3

LOCATION

Adequate ventilation is necessary to provide proper cool-
ing of the HandyPlasma
dust, and excessive heat to which the equipment is
exposed, should be minimized. There should be at least
one foot of clearance between the HandyPlasma
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 warranty
is void if any type of filter device is used.

2.4 INSPECTION

A. Remove the shipping container and all packing
material and inspect for evidence of concealed dam-
age which may not have been apparent upon receipt
of the HandyPlasma
defects or damage at once.
B. Check container for any loose parts prior to dispos-
ing of shipping materials.
Table 2.1. Recommended Sizes for Input Conductors and Line Fuses
Rated Input
Volts
208
230
*
Sized per National Code for 80°C rated copper conductors @ 30°C ambient. Not more than three
conductors in raceway or cable. Local codes should be followed if they specify sizes other than those
listed above.
® 380 cutting package. It
® 380 and the amount of dirt,
®
® 380. Notify the carrier of any
Amp Phases
19 1
18 1
C. Check air louvers and any other openings to ensure
that any obstruction is removed.
2.5 PRIMARY ELECTRICAL INPUT
CONNECTIONS
ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL! Precautionary mea-
sures should be taken to provide maximum protection
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 connec-
tions are made inside of the power source.
Be sure that the power source is properly configured
for your input power supply. DO NOT connect a power
380
source configured for 208/230 V to a 460 V input power
supply. Damage to the machine may occur.
The HandyPlasma
VAC, 1-phase input power and is equipped with a 8-ft, 3-
conductor cable. The customer is responsible for supply-
ing a plug with a NEMA 6-30 rating minimum ir desired.
The chassis must be connected to an approved
electrical ground. Failure to do so may result in
electrical shock, severe burns or death.
A line (wall) disconnect switch, with proper sized fuse or
circuit breaker (see Table 2.1), should be provided at the
main power panel.
Input & GND
Conductor
CU/AWG*
No. 10
No. 10
15

INSTALLATION

®
380 power source operates on 230
Fuse Size
Amps
30
30