Summary of Contents for SweissTek Viper
- Page 1 VIPER MC WELDING TORCH Manual The publisher does not assume and hereby disclaims any liabilities to any party for any loss or damage caused by any error or omission in this manual, whether such error results from negligence, accident, or any other cause.
- Page 2 SCOPE OF THIS MANUAL This Instruction Manual provides set-up, operating instructions and basic maintenance procedures for the Viper MC Plasma Welding Torches. Unqualified and / or untrained personnel are severely cautioned against attempting repairs or adjustments not covered in this Manual. Failure to heed these warnings may result in damage and possible personal injury.
- Page 3 Page 3 Health and Safety Information 1. Before undertaking any maintenance and / or diagnostic procedures with the welding torches described herein it is essential to have read and fully understood the appropriate manuals supplied with the Plasma Welding system. Be especially aware of the warnings and precautions outlined therein and ensure that appropriate steps are taken to follow the safe practices recommended.
- Page 4 Page 4 PROTECT READ WARNINGS YOURSELF THESE AND OTHERS WARNINGS THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF ANY PLASMA ARC EQUIPMENT INVOLVES POTENTIAL HAZARDS. PERSONNEL SHOULD BE ALERTED TO THE FOLLOWING HAZARDS AND PRECAUTIONS TAKEN TO PREVENT POSSIBLE INJURY. SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH may result if welding and cutting equipment is not properly installed, used and maintained. Misuse of this equipment and other unsafe practices can be hazardous.
- Page 5 Page 5 Make sure others are protected from arc rays and sparks. Approved shielding curtains and appropriate goggles should be used to provide protection to others in the surrounding work area and operators of nearby equipment. Skin should always be protected from rays, heat and molten metal. Always wear protective gloves and clothing which will not allow skin to become exposed. All pockets should be closed and cuffs sewn shut.
- Page 6 Page 6 1.0 – Technical Specifications Welding Current Rating: DC – 100% Duty Cycle 300 Amps AC – 100% Duty Cycle 300 Amps Coolant Requirements NOTE – Any interruption of cooling water flow can irreparably damage the torch Flow Rate 5 l/min Maximum Coolant Temperature 45°C...
- Page 7 Page 7 2.0 – Maintenance Procedure for Viper MC Plasma WeldingTorch STEP 1 STEP 2 Carefully remove shield cup – note Set-up before maintenance. O-Ring located at lower end of screw thread. Check parts for damage and for build up of spatter material within torch Check for damage –...
- Page 8 Page 8 STEP 5 STEP 6 remove electrode slide The torch front end as stripped – the “o”- electrode tool over the electrode by ring can be seen in place as can the white hand turning clockwise – use the end insulating insert.
- Page 9 Page 9 STEP 9 STEP 10 Fit new tip into the end of the torch Fit new shield cup by screwing on by hand until tight. Firmly nip the tip firmly by hand only. Make sure that into place using a 15mm wrench – the shield cup seats properly against do not use excessive force as this the o-ring to avoid shielding gas...
- Page 10 Page 10 Appendix 1 – Viper Series Torch – Machine Torch Item Part No Description Pack Size 061015-L Shield Cup including Gas Diffuser 220001 O Ring (Shield Cup to Body) 021101-3.0C Nozzle 3.0mm Special AM 022102-1.4C Electrode 1.4mm SB DC Special...
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