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Longevity ForceCut 42i Operating Manual

Longevity ForceCut 42i Operating Manual

110v/220v pfc 40amp plasma cutter

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ForceCut 42i 110v/220v PFC 40amp Plasma Cutter
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  • Page 1 ForceCut 42i 110v/220v PFC 40amp Plasma Cutter Operating Manual ForceCut 42i 110v/220v PFC 40AMP Plasma Cutter...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    PG. 11: Installation PG. 12: Front Panel PG. 13: Basic Operation PG. 14: Cutting Methods PG. 15: PT-60 Torch Breakdown PG. 16-18: Troubleshooting PG. 19: Electrical Schematics Drawing PG. 20: Routine Maintance PG. 21: Enjoy your new welding machine from LONGEVITY!
  • Page 3 ForceCut 42i 110v/220v PFC 40amp Plasma Cutter THANK YOU! We, at LONGEVITY, want to thank you for purchasing our product. You are almost ready to experience Longevity Welding first hand. Longevity definitely appreciates your business and understand that this equipment may be overwhelming to setup and operate so we have prepared a manual that will assist you in understand your new plasma cutter/welder.
  • Page 4 Complaints: complaints@longevity-inc.com Please join our welding forums to share welding tips and tricks, to receive useful information from customers who also use our products, and to be a part of the Longevity™ welding community at www.freeweldingforum.com Check out LONGEVITY Racing at www.longevity-racing.com...
  • Page 5 LONGEVITY Plasma Cutters, Welders, and Multi-Purpose Welders are covered for specific Parts and Labor warranty at our facility. For detailed information regarding your specific LONGEVITY welder or cutter, please view our Terms and Policies page on our website at the following website link: http://www.longevity-inc.com/terms/...
  • Page 6 If your unit is not manufactured by Longevity and you cannot receive service from your manufacturer or seller, Longevity will lend out hand. Our warranty policy is also available for all plasma cutters and welders. For more information, please email us at...
  • Page 7 ForceCut 42i 110v/220v PFC 40amp Plasma Cutter Warnings and Safety Welding and plasma cutting may be dangerous to the operator and to bystanders, if the equipment is not operated properly. Welding or cutting must be performed in accordance with all relevant safety regulations. Carefully read and understand this instruction manual before installing and operating this equipment.
  • Page 8 ForceCut 42i 110v/220v PFC 40amp Plasma Cutter its use. Surface noise generated while welding or cutting can be harmful to hearing. In the event of a machine fault. Refer to this instruction manual. If the fault cannot be determined, contact your local dealer or...
  • Page 9 ForceCut 42i 110v/220v PFC 40amp Plasma Cutter Safety Tips Consider the following tips to ensure safe operation of your welding/cutting equipment:  Ensure that this welding equipment is installed in an area free of corrosive chemical gases, flammable gases or materials, and explosive chemicals.
  • Page 10 ForceCut 42i 110v/220v PFC 40amp Plasma Cutter Operation Manual Carefully read the operation manual prior to using, installing and maintaining the electric welding machine for the purpose of preventing damages such as fire, electric shock and etc from occurring. Please keep the manual for the reference in the future.
  • Page 11: Installation

    ForceCut 42i 110v/220v PFC 40amp Plasma Cutter Installation Unpacking 1. Inspect each item for possible shipping damage. If damage is evident, contact your distributor and / or shipping company before proceeding with the installation. Input Power Connections Note: Check your power source for correct voltage before plugging in or connecting the unit Gas Connections A.
  • Page 12 ForceCut 42i 110v/220v PFC 40amp Plasma Cutter Layout Of The Front And Rear Panel Power Light: The light will illuminate when the unit is powered on Temperature /Over-Heat Light: When the duty cycle is reach, the TEMP will turn on. Once it is safe to operate the machine, the light will turn off.
  • Page 13: Basic Operation

    ForceCut 42i 110v/220v PFC 40amp Plasma Cutter Basic Operation 1. Ensure that all cables are connected to the machine. 2. Ensure that the machine’s OFF/ON switch is set to OFF, and plug the machine into the electrical outlet. 3. Connect the air compressor supply line to the air input side on the unit.
  • Page 14: Cutting Methods

    ForceCut 42i 110v/220v PFC 40amp Plasma Cutter Cutting Methods Different material thicknesses require different cutting techniques.  Thin material: Start perpendicular to the work piece. It is unnecessary to angle or start on the edge, as the arc will pass through quickly.
  • Page 15 ForceCut 42i 110v/220v PFC 40amp Plasma Cutter...
  • Page 16: Troubleshooting

    ForceCut 42i 110v/220v PFC 40amp Plasma Cutter Troubleshooting WARNING There are extremely dangerous voltage and power levels present inside this unit. Do not attempt to diagnose or repair unless you have had training in power electronics measurement and troubleshooting techniques.
  • Page 17 ForceCut 42i 110v/220v PFC 40amp Plasma Cutter G. No cutting output; Torch activated, power source on; Gas flows; Fan operates Torch not properly connected to power supply, check that torch leads are properly connected to power supply. Work cable not connected to work piece, or connection is poor, make sure that work cable has a proper connection to a clean, dry area of the workpiece.
  • Page 18 ForceCut 42i 110v/220v PFC 40amp Plasma Cutter L. Torch cuts but cuts are of low quality Amperage control set too low, increase current setting. Torch is being moved too fast across workpiece, reduce cutting speed. Excessive oil or moisture in torch, hold torch 1/8 inch (3 mm) from clean surface while purging and observe oil or moisture buildup (do not activate torch).
  • Page 19: Electrical Schematics Drawing

    ForceCut 42i 110v/220v PFC 40amp Plasma Cutter Electrical Schematics Drawing...
  • Page 20: Routine Maintenance

    ForceCut 42i 110v/220v PFC 40amp Plasma Cutter Routine Maintenance The life of your machine and the quality of the work performed using your machine, will be enhanced by practicing periodic routine maintenance. • At regular intervals, clear dust that may accumulate in the machine using clean and dry compressed air.
  • Page 21: Enjoy Your New Welding Machine From Longevity

    ForceCut 42i 110v/220v PFC 40amp Plasma Cutter LONGEVITY® Global, Inc. thanks you for your purchase and the opportunity to be able to serve you. If, after reviewing this manual, you have any problems in setting up or operating your machine, contact us at help@longevity-inc.com.