General Information - ESAB Powercut 1600 Service Manual

SECTION 9
10.0
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SERIOuS INjuRY OR POSSIblY DEATh. bE CAREful AROuND EQuIPMENT
10.1 Maintenance
A maintenance schedule should be created and based on the following variables, amount of usage, place-
ment of machine and cleanliness of local environment. A maximum time between should be no more the
90 days.
External: Check work cable for worn insulation and confirm tight electrical connections. Check safety
ground ground at work piece and at power source. Check torch cables for worn insulation and confirm tight
electrical connections. Drain any moisture from the bowl of the input filter / regulator.
Internal: Check for discolored connections as they indicate a loose connection. Check all plugs, fittings
and electrical connections for tightness. Make sure cables and hoses are not damaged, flattened or kinked.
With input power disconnected and wearing proper eye and face protection, blow out accumulated dirt and
foreign materials for the inside of unit. Extra attention should be given to the finned heatsinks.
Water or oil occasionally accumulates in compressed lines. Be sure to direct the first blast of air
away from the equipment to avoid damage to the EPP400
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whEN ThE COVERS ARE REMOVED.
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