Troubleshooting - Eastwood versa-cut 20 Assembly & Operating Instructions

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TROUBLESHOOTING

• The entire unit shuts off during use, switch is in the "on" position, the AMBER "Protection" lamp is illuminated:
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The unit has overheated from exceeding the duty cycle and the internal thermal protection circuitry has been activated. Turn the main power switch
off, wait several minutes to allow cooling then turn power switch back on. The unit is ready for service.
• The power switch is on, the GREEN "Power" indicator light is illuminated, the fan is running however when the Torch
activation button is depressed, there is no sound from the Pilot Arc Igniter and there is no air flow:
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Check all connections. A loose connection will prevent Torch activation.
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Check for damaged lines, Torch or Torch Tip.
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Make sure there is sufficient air flow & pressure (40 to 55 PSI).
• The power switch is on, the GREEN "Power indicator light is illuminated, the fan is running however when the Torch
activation button is depressed, there is air flow through the torch but no sound from the Pilot Arc Igniter:
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Check all connections. A loose connection will prevent Torch activation.
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Check for damaged lines, Torch or Torch Tip.
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Inspect the Torch Tip for damage, excessive molten material build-up or excessive burning. Replace if necessary.
• The power switch is on, the GREEN "Power indicator light is illuminated, the fan is running and when the Torch
activation button is depressed, there is airflow through the torch, the Pilot Arc Igniter is activating however a plasma
arc cannot be started:
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Check all connections. A loose connection will prevent Torch activation.
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Check for damaged lines, Torch or Torch Tip.
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Inspect the Torch Tip for damage, excessive molten material build-up or excessive burning. Replace if necessary.
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Input voltage is too low (below 110V).
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Input voltage is too high (above 137V).
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Air pressure is too low or too high. Adjust the PS to match metal thickness.
• The Pilot Arc is spattering
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Lower air pressure to match metal thickness.
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Replace the nozzle and electrode in the torch.
REPLACEMENT ITEMS:
#20614
Plasma Cutter Torch Assembly
#20615
Electrode (10pk)
#20616
Nozzle (10pk)
#20617
External Nozzle
#20618
Air Diffuser

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