Chicago Electric 62204 Owner's Manual page 16

troubleshooting (cont.)
Be certain to shut off the plasma cutter, and disconnect it from power and air before adjusting, cleaning,
or repairing the unit. a technician should discharge all capacitors before performing any internal procedures.
FaSt cuttinG tip Wear Or eXceSSiVe SLaG FOrMatiOn
prOBLeMS
reDuceD
take into account the thickness
and type of metal to be cut
before starting. thinner materials
require lower amp settings.
tOrcH in GOOD
cOnDitiOn
air supply pressure may be inadequate:
a. Verify that the compressor is
delivering 4.5 cFM @ 80 pSi.
b. Set cutter's air pressure regulator between 60 - 80 pSi.
additional factors:
a. Maintain a 1/16" distance from workpiece at all times.
b. Move torch at proper rate. Maximum cutting speeds:
3/8" Mild Steel @ 10 ipM (rated)
5/8" Mild Steel @ 5 ipM (Severence)
c. compare workpiece thickness
to Maximum cutting thickness on page 5.
if the steps above do not solve the problem or if the repairs involved are too
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iMpOrtant!
these two problems have similar causes
and will often appear simultaneously.
the same diagnostic procedures
and remedies apply to both.
current set too high;
cut at lowest setting possible
for the metal being cut.
complex, contact a qualified technician.
For technical questions, please call 1-888-866-5797.
prOBLeMS perSiSt at
LOWeSt practicaL SettinG
Disassemble and inspect
torch according to
number 2 on page 10.
DaMaGeD
cOMpOnentS FOunD
replace worn components, then
reassemble torch tightly according
to number 2 on page 10.
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