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IM588-A PCT80, PCT80M & PCT80R Plasma Torches March, 2001 This manual covers equipment which is no longer in production by The Lincoln Electric Co. Speci cations and availability of optional features may have changed. Safety Depends on You Lincoln arc welding and cutting...
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Miami, Florida 33135 or CSA Standard W117.2-1974. A Free copy of “Arc Welding Safety” booklet E205 is available from the Lincoln Electric Company, 22801 St. Clair Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44117-1199. BE SURE THAT ALL INSTALLATION, OPERATION, MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR PROCEDURES ARE PERFORMED ONLY BY QUALIFIED INDIVIDUALS.
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SAFETY ARC RAYS can burn. ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. 3.a. The electrode and work (or ground) circuits 4.a. Use a shield with the proper filter and cover are electrically “hot” when the welder is on. plates to protect your eyes from sparks and Do not touch these “hot”...
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SAFETY WELDING SPARKS can CYLINDER may explode cause fire or explosion. if damaged. 6.a. Remove fire hazards from the welding area. 7.a. Use only compressed cylinders If this is not possible, cover them to prevent containing the correct shielding gas for the the welding sparks from starting a fire.
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SAFETY 6. Eloigner les matériaux inflammables ou les recouvrir afin de PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ prévenir tout risque d’incendie dû aux étincelles. Pour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instructions 7. Quand on ne soude pas, poser la pince à une endroit isolé de et les précautions de sûreté...
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QUALITY product by Lincoln Electric. We want you Thank You to take pride in operating this Lincoln Electric Company product ••• as much pride as we have in bringing this product to you! Please Examine Carton and Equipment For Damage Immediately When this equipment is shipped, title passes to the purchaser upon receipt by the carrier.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SPECIFICATION SUMMARY ......................A-1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION......................A-2 INSTALLATION ..........................A-2 OPERATION..........................B-1 MAINTENANCE ..........................C-1 TORCH HEAD AND CABLE REPLACEMENT...............C-2 TROUBLESHOOTING ........................D-1 PARTS LISTS..................P210-K, P210-M and P210-N PLASMA TORCH...
INSTALLATION GENERAL DESCRIPTION INSTALLATION The PCT80, PCT80M and PCT80R plasma torches WARNING have been designed for use with the Pro-Cut 55 and Pro-Cut 80. All of the torches are single gas, air- ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. • Only qualified personnel should perform cooled, and use a patented HF-less torch start mech- this installation.
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INSTALLATION ALWAYS USE GENUINE LINCOLN ELECTRIC ELECTRODES VORTECH™ NOZZLES • Only Genuine Lincoln Electric consumables yield the best cutting performance for the PRO-CUT 55 and PRO-CUT 80. • The patented VORTECH™ nozzle provides an extra “kick” of swirl as the arc exits the nozzle which improves cutting performance.
OPERATION OPERATION A. Connect the ground lead to the material to be cut. WARNING When plasma cutting, it is necessary to wear B. Turn the Pro-Cut “ON” with the power switch on the proper eye, head and body protection. front of the machine. PREHEAT TEMPERATURE FOR PLASMA C.
MAINTENANCE MAINTENANCE WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL Inspect the cable periodically for any slits or puncture • Only qualified personnel should per- marks in the cable jacket. Replace if necessary. form this installation. Check to make sure that nothing is crushing the cable •...
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MAINTENANCE REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS Electrical Connector FOR PCT80M or PCT80R CABLE AND TORCH HEAD ASSEMBLY Electrode Lead Connection WARNING 5. Using the 7/16" and 1/2" open end wrenches, dis- connect the air connection and remove the entire ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. torch head assembly.
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MAINTENANCE 9. Gently slide the barrel up to the torch head. Continue sliding the barrel carefully over the o-rings of the torch head, until the hole of the torch head adapter aligns with the threaded hole of the torch head. Fasten together using the flat head screw with 5/64"...
HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE WARNING Service and Repair should only be performed by Lincoln Electric Factory Trained Personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician and machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid Electrical Shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this manual.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS RECOMMENDED POSSIBLE CAUSE (SYMPTOMS) COURSE OF ACTION FUNCTION PROBLEMS a. Make sure all fuses are good a. Blown fuse The torch does not start when the and the Pro-Cut is reconnected trigger is pulled for the proper voltage.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS RECOMMENDED POSSIBLE CAUSE (SYMPTOMS) COURSE OF ACTION FUNCTION PROBLEMS h. Torch head damaged h. Replace torch head and elec- trode solenoid assembly. i. Pro-Cut inoperative i. Refer to the troubleshooting guide for the Pro-Cut.
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TROUBLESHOOTING Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS RECOMMENDED POSSIBLE CAUSE (SYMPTOMS) COURSE OF ACTION FUNCTION PROBLEMS f. Pro-Cut inoperative. f. Refer to the troubleshooting guide for the Pro-Cut. a. Press the Purge button on the Only a brief spurt of a Pilot Arc a.
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● ● ● Do not touch electrically live parts or Keep flammable materials away. Wear eye, ear and body protection. WARNING electrode with skin or wet clothing. ● Insulate yourself from work and ground. Spanish ● ● ● No toque las partes o los electrodos Mantenga el material combustible Protéjase los ojos, los oídos y el AVISO DE...
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● ● ● Keep your head out of fumes. Turn power off before servicing. Do not operate with panel open or ● Use ventilation or exhaust to guards off. WARNING remove fumes from breathing zone. ● Spanish Los humos fuera de la zona de res- ●...
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