ARCAIR SLICE Instruction Manual

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Page 1 Instruction Manual SLICE Exothermic Cutting Equipment...
Page 2: Fundamentals Of The Process
Process Description burning stops. The SLICE Exothermic Cutting process uses an exothermic chemical In 1888, a published paper described reaction that burns, melts, or passing oxygen through a steel tube vaporizes most materials.
Page 3: Principles Of Operation
OPERATION speeds. FIGURE 1 How the Torch Works Genera SLICE Exothermic Cutting uses heat from a chemical reaction between a consumable steel rod and oxygen flowing through the rod. Test data show that little or no oxygen remains.
Page 4: Oxygen Supply
1/4" x 44" (6.4 mm X 1117.6 mm) The oxygen consumption rate for This rod is used when greater length SLICE cutting rods at 80 psi is 7 to is needed to reach the cutting area or 7.5 cfm for the 1/4" diameter cutting when piercing holes in materials rods and 12 to 13 cfm for the 3/8"...
Page 5: Operating Techniques
OPERATING power, wear at least a #5 shade lens for eye protection. TECHNIQUES FIGURE 2 Cutting Without Power Cutting Without Power This is the most commonly used TORCH 1. CONNECT TORCH TO NEGATIVE LUG ON BATTERY. 2. CONNECT STRIKER TO POSITIVE LUG ON BATTERY. method of cutting with this type of 3.
Page 6: Equipment Selection
SLICE Torch and Striker up the rod. Wear proper clothing for The SLICE Torch is a gun shaped protection from the molten spray. tool that provides a means of gripping The torch should be held at arm's...
Page 7: Other Equipment
These packs start with the very basic if damaged. The SLICE Torch is unit that includes; torch, striker and molded from a glass reinforced other support items in a handy thermoset plastic, which is rugged toolbox.
Page 8: Process Variables
3", pressures over 80 psi can be battery will take 12 hours to recharge. used to give the oxygen enough velocity to blow away molten material FIGURE 5 SLICE Battery Box at the bottom of the cut. Using higher Assembly pressures on thicker materials causes a more forceful oxygen jet and faster rod consumption.
Page 9: Travel Speed
SAFETY AND HEALTH ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN CAUSE INJURY Introduction OR DEATH SLICE Cutting Equipment uses industrial grade oxygen to produce its very effective cuts. Industrial Install and maintain standards associated with oxygen equipment in accordance with the use, electrical equipment, cutting...
Page 10 and local codes. Do not service or SMOKE, FUMES AND repair equipment with power on. Do GASES CAN BE not operate equipment with protective DANGEROUS TO YOUR insulators or covers removed. HEALTH Service or repair to equipment must only be done by qualified, trained Keep smoke, fumes and gases from personnel.
Page 11 When in a confined area, prevent the escape of air or gases. Purging with reflected arc rays from entering inert gas is recommended. around the helmet. Make sure others Exothermic cutting operations use are protected from arc rays and oxygen, therefore all safety sparks.
Page 12: Areas Of Application
Cut AREAS OF APPLICATION through debris (metal, concrete, plaster, rock) from building collapse. Here is a partial list of uses for SLICE Rescue operations. equipment. Police/Swat Construction Rapid entry into buildings. Cut Bridge repair.
Page 13: Troubleshooting
(2) Collet extension not used when crusted material. piercing holes. Problem: TROUBLE SHOOTING When piercing anything but copper The SLICE Exothermic Cutting and its alloys, the rod consumes process is not complicated to use or extremely fast. maintain, but sometimes problems do Solution: arise.
Page 14: Application Data
Actual cutting results obtained in the field will vary due to conditions and to the experience of the user. The way you use SLICE Equipment will also cause your results to vary. For any use, you will need to adjust the settings. The following chart is presented only as a guide.
Page 15: Cutting Electrode Types
12 CFM Seconds 30 – 35 43-049-007 3/8" 18" Uncoated 12 CFM Seconds 60 – 70 43-049-009 3/8” 36" Uncoated 12 CFM Seconds SLICE Cutting Torches Power Oxygen Cutting Cutting Cable Cable Hose With Without Size Length Length Power Power 03-003-000...
Page 16 96-130-319 6” Extension 94-168-023 Extension Shield 94-777-111 Striker Striker Handle Kit 94-370-181 Striker Bar 96-070-031 Striker Cable 96-130-320 SLICE Accessories Part Part Description Description Number Number 3/8” Rod Conversion Kit 94-463-032 55 Cu Ft. Oxygen Cylinder 94-208-002 3/8” Collet Chuck...
Page 17 Slice Packs Parts Listings Cordless Utility Industrial Battery Complete Striker Pack Cart Pack Pack Pack Part Number 63-991-026 63-991-021 63-991-003 63-991-032 63-991-002 Tool Box, Case or 94-134-049 94-134-047 94-134-047 94-134-034 Cart Torch 03-003-001 03-003-001 03-003-006 03-003-006 Striker 72-012-002 72-012-002 72-012-002...
Page 18 Ref. No. Description Part Number Front Half Battery Case 94-134-043 Back Half Battery Case 94-134-032 Circuit Board Assembly 96-162-752 Battery Assembly 96-076-018 6-Pin Male Connector 96-169-382 Red Female Panel Receptacle 96-169-374 Black Female Panel Receptacle 96-169-375 Meter 96-508-041 Toggle Switch 96-834-347 Toggle Switch Seal 94-766-052...
Page 20 THERMADYNE ® WORLD HEADQUARTERS: Suite 300, 16052 Swingley Ridge Road, St. Louis, MO 63017 636-728-3000 U.S. CUSTOMER Service: P.O. BOX12250 • Wichita, KS 67277 800-231-9353 • FAX 800-633-9513 Form No. 89-250-845 (07/2003) © Tweco Products Inc., 2003 Printed in U.S.A.