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PLASMA ARC CUTTING TORCH
This manual provides installation and operation instructions for the following PT-32 torches:
P/N 0558001971- 25 ft (7.6 m), PT-32
P/N 0558001972 - 50 ft (15.2 m), PT-32
Torches and torch body assemblies purchased individually are supplied without electrode, nozzle, heat shield and valve pin. Order
individual components shown on pages 9 or 15.
These INSTRUCTIONS are for experienced operators. If you are not fully familiar with the principles of operation and safe
practices for arc welding equipment, we urge you to read our booklet, "Precautions and Safe Practices for Arc Welding, Cutting,
and Gouging", Form 52-529. Do NOT permit untrained persons to install, operate, or maintain this equipment. Do NOT attempt
to install or operate this equipment until you have read and fully understand these instructions. If you do not fully understand
these instructions, contact your supplier for further information. Be sure to read the Safety Precautions before installing or
operating this equipment.
Be sure this information reaches the operator.
You can get extra copies through your supplier.
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
PT-32
F-15-440-B
January, 2002
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- Page 1 INSTRUCTION MANUAL PT-32 PLASMA ARC CUTTING TORCH This manual provides installation and operation instructions for the following PT-32 torches: P/N 0558001971- 25 ft (7.6 m), PT-32 P/N 0558001972 - 50 ft (15.2 m), PT-32 Torches and torch body assemblies purchased individually are supplied without electrode, nozzle, heat shield and valve pin. Order individual components shown on pages 9 or 15.
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Page 2: Table Of Contents
USER RESPONSIBILITY This equipment will perform in conformity with the description thereof contained in this manual and accompanying labels and/or inserts when installed, operated, maintained and repaired in accordance with the instructions pro- vided. This equipment must be checked periodically. Malfunctioning equipment should not be used. Parts that are broken, missing, worn, distorted or contaminated should be replaced immediately. - Page 3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: hese Safety Precautions are for 5. Do not use equipment beyond its ratings. For example, your protection. They summarize precaution- overloaded welding cable can overheat and create a fire ary information from the references listed in hazard. Additional Safety Information section.
- Page 4 EQUIPMENT MAINTENANCE -- Faulty or FUMES AND GASES -- Fumes and improperly maintained equipment can gases, can cause discomfort or harm, cause injury or death. Therefore: particularly in confined spaces. Do not breathe fumes and gases. Shield- 1. Always have qualified personnel perform the installa- ing gases can cause asphyxiation.
- Page 5 PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÉCURITÉ a. Éloigner suffisamment tous les matériaux combus- AVERTISSEMENT: Ces règles de sécurité ont pour objet tibles du secteur où l’on exécute des soudures ou des d’ assurer votre protection. Veillez à lire et à observer les précautions énoncées ci-dessous avant de monter l’ coupes à...
- Page 6 à empêcher la forma- 52529 “Precautions and Safe Practices for Arc Weld- tion de poches d’hydrogène, lesquelles présentent un ing, Cutting and Gouging” publié par ESAB. Nous danger d’explosion; ce ventilateur ne fonctionne que conseillons également de consulter les publications si l’interrupteur correspondant du panneau avant se...
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Page 7: Description
PT-32 torch are system troubleshooting; refer to the appropriate in- 25 feet (7.6 m) and 50 feet (15.2 m). The PT-32 torch struction manual for your Plasma Arc Cutting Package. is rated to operate at a maximum of 90 amperes at 100% duty cycle. - Page 8 SECTION 1 DESCRIPTION PT-32 CUT SPEED - CARBON STEEL 90 Amps 70 Amps 60 Amps 0.25" 0.5" 0.75" 1" 1.25" 1.5" Material Thickness PT-32 CUTTING SPEEDS AIR @ 75PSI and OUTPUT CURRENT 40AMPS Cutting Material Thickness (In.) Speed (IPM) Carbon Steel...
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Page 9: Optional Equipment
DESCRIPTION 1.4 OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT (NOT SUPPLIED WITH TORCH) A. Spare Parts Kits - The spare parts kits listed in figure 1-3 are recommended for maintaining the PT-32 torch with minimum downtime. PowerCut 875 & PowerCut 1125 Systems Kit P A R T N U M B E R... -
Page 10: Assembly And Operation
This system prevents the torch from being energized with high voltage if the torch switch is accidentally closed when the shield is removed. ALWAYS REPLACE TORCH WITH THE PROPER TORCH MANUFACTURED BY ESAB SINCE IT ALONE CONTAINS ESAB'S PATENTED SAFETY IN- TERLOCK. -
Page 11: Steel Heat Shield Guards
Drag Cutting with the PT-32 Torch CLOCKWISE DIRECTION ONLY. THIS WILL PREVENT ACCIDENTAL LOOS- If drag cutting is desired, attach ESAB's standoff guide ENING OF SHIELD. (P/N 0558002393). For thin material, under 3/8", re- move 50-70 amp or 90 amp nozzle from torch head, insert ESAB's 40 amp nozzle (P/N 0558002908). -
Page 12: Maintenance
CONSUMABLES trode below the recommended limit. Refer to Figure 3-1. A. Disassemble the front end of the PT-32 as 4. Shield: The face of the shield will gradually follows: erode from the heat and molten metal spray. -
Page 13: Removing/Replacing Torch Head And Switch From Service Line
SECTION 3 MAINTENANCE REMOVING / REPLACING TORCH HEAD AND SWITCH FROM SERVICE LINE 3.1 Slide back the flex support to the end of the Handle. 3.4 Remove the power cable from the Torch Head by using two wrenches to prevent twisting brass tube. HANDLE FLEX SUPPORT POWER CABLE... -
Page 14: Replacement Parts
SECTION 4 REPLACEMENT PARTS 4.1 General Replacement parts may be ordered from your ESAB distributor or from: Replacement parts are illustrated on the following fig- ESAB Welding & Cutting Products ures. When ordering replacement parts, order by part Attn.: Customer Service Dept. -
Page 15: Parts
O-RING - 85W51 (Supplied with head) ELECTRODE VALVE PIN - 0558001959 - 0558001969 NOZZLE 40 AMP - 0558002908 (PC-875,1125 & 1500) HEAT SHIELD 50/70 AMP- 0558002618 (PC-875 & 1125) - 0558001957 90 AMP - 0558002837 (PC-1500 ONLY) PT-32 Exploded View... - Page 16 ESAB Welding & Cutting Products, Florence, SC Welding Equipment COMMUNICATION GUIDE - CUSTOMER SERVICES A. CUSTOMER SERVICE QUESTIONS: Order Entry Product Availability Pricing Delivery Order Changes Saleable Goods Returns Shipping Information Eastern Distribution Center Telephone: (800)362-7080 / Fax: (800) 634-7548...