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All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders. One of Hypertherm's long-standing core values is a focus on minimizing our impact on the environment. Doing so is critical to our, and our customers', success. We are always striving to become better environmental stewards; it is a process we care deeply about.
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Abrasive pot Instruction Manual 809080 Revision 0 English Original Instructions August 2016 Hypertherm Inc. Hanover, NH 03755 USA www.hypertherm.com...
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Europe, Middle East, and Africa USA and Canada Technical service Technical service 00 800 4973 7843 Toll-free 800-643-9878 Toll-free +31(0) 165 596900 TechnicalService-Hanover@Hypertherm.com +31(0) 165 596906 Fax Customer service TechnicalService-HyperthermEurope@Hypertherm.com 800-737-2978 Toll-free Customer service Return materials 00 800 3324 9737 Toll-free...
Abrasive blows out of the top of the regulator ........................29 The abrasive is contaminated ..............................30 There is water in the regulator bowl ............................30 The low-level sensor is out of adjustment ..........................31 Abrasive pot Instruction Manual 809080...
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Location ....................................34 Air .......................................34 Electrical power ..................................34 Connect the abrasive regulator to the pot ..........................34 Connect the compressed air to the pot ............................35 Do the first startup ..................................35 Recycling and end of product life ...............................36 Abrasive pot Instruction Manual 809080...
600 hours of operation with the use of a thimble filter and compliance with Diamond orifices Hypertherm’s water quality requirements Consumable parts are not covered by this warranty. Consumable parts include, but are not limited to, high-pressure water seals, check valves, cylinders, bleed-down valves, low-pressure seals, high-pressure tubing, and filters.
Once the product has left the Hypertherm factory, the certification test marks are invalidated if any of these events occurs: ...
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CE mark on the data plate. Countries that require a CE mark or have compulsory electromagnetic compatibility regulations must use CE versions of Hypertherm products with the CE mark on the data plate. These include, but are not limited to: ...
Particle emission and wastewater quality Hypertherm does not manufacture or supply the materials that are cut and has no knowledge whether the particles released from materials that are cut will pose a physical hazard or health risk. Please consult with your supplier or other technical advisor if you need guidance concerning the properties of the material you will cut using a Hypertherm product.
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Environmental stewardship Safety and compliance...
The end user is responsible for the safe operation of this equipment. The safety precautions in this manual are general and can not anticipate every situation. Hypertherm Inc. acknowledges that unforeseen situations such as equipment failure, site variability, insufficient maintenance, failure of control equipment, and other events can cause equipment damage, injuries, or death.
Safety User qualification and training All users must read and understand these instructions before installing, operating, or doing maintenance on this equipment. Do not permit an untrained person to operate a waterjet pump. Operators must be qualified to operate and maintain this equipment.
Symbols and marks Information and hazard symbols Some symbols in this table could apply to other products. This symbol identifies an imminently hazardous situation, which, if not avoided, will cause serious injuries or death. DANGER Dangerous voltage To reduce the risk of serious injuries or death, wear approved protection and follow safety DANGER recommendations when working with electricity.
Symbols and marks This symbol identifies a mandatory action. This symbol identifies a prohibited action. This symbol identifies tools or materials that are required or recommended for a procedure. This symbol identifies a note or helpful information. Symbols and marks found on the data plate and the equipment Some symbols or marks in this table could apply to other products.
The diameter measurement of the inside of a hose A kilopascal (kPa) is a unit of pressure; 1 kPa equals 0.01 bar or 0.15 psi or 1,000 N∙m An original equipment manufacturer (OEM) of machines that include Hypertherm products that are sold directly to end users...
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1 – Terminology regulator The air regulator on the abrasive pot tube A flexible hollow cylinder; dimensions are based on its outside diameter (OD); the inside diameter (ID) depends on the thickness of the tube Abrasive pot Instruction Manual 809080...
Section 2 Product description The abrasive pot holds the abrasive before it reaches the abrasive regulator. Air pressure feeds abrasive to the regulator, where it is used for cutting. A single valve pressurizes and depressurizes the pot. 1 Cover 3 Air pressure assembly...
The air pressure gauge shows the air pressure in psi, bar, and MPa. Air regulator The air regulator controls the pot pressure. Muffler The muffler diffuses air when the pot is depressurized. Ball valve The ball valve is a 3-way valve that pressurizes and depressurizes the pot. Abrasive pot Instruction Manual 809080...
The low-level sensor detects the abrasive level in the pot. The low-level indicator light turns on when the abrasive level is low. Press the test button to make sure the low-level indicator light turns on. Abrasive pot Instruction Manual 809080...
Section 3 Options The abrasive pot is available with these optional features. Feed hose Standard pots are equipped with a 50-foot feed hose. A 100-foot feed hose (part number 14563) is also available. Abrasive pot Operator Manual 809080...
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Section 4 Operation Hypertherm products are designed and manufactured with a commitment to continuous quality control and safety. Contact a Hypertherm Technical Service Associate for information about the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of this equipment. The pot operates with air supplied by a 3-way 2-position ball valve. When the ball valve is in the horizontal position, the valve is open and air pressurizes the pot.
2. Remove the cover. Pull up on the plug on top of the filling screen. 3. Replace the cover. Depressurize the pot Close the ball valve. Pressurized air escapes through the muffler. Ball valve in the closed position Abrasive pot Instruction Manual 809080...
The pressure knob on the top of the air regulator adjusts the pot pressure. To increase pressure, turn the pressure knob anticlockwise to a pressure less than desired, then turn the pressure knob clockwise. To decrease pressure, turn the pressure knob anticlockwise. Abrasive pot Instruction Manual 809080...
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Fill the pot with abrasive 2. Make sure that the pot pressure is correct. If the pressure is too high, air can blow through the abrasive. Refer on page 27 for instructions. Adjust the pot pressure Abrasive pot Instruction Manual 809080...
1. Close the ball valve. Pressurized air escapes through the muffler. 2. Disconnect the feed hose from the bottom of the abrasive pot. Direct the abrasive into a container. 3. Inspect the abrasive and the pot for moisture and debris. Discard contaminated abrasive. Refer to Recycling on page 36.
The low-level sensor is set at the factory to monitor the abrasive level. The low-level sensor can stop sensing accurately if it is out of adjustment. To adjust the low-level sensor, refer to the low-level sensor’s manufacturer’s instructions or contact a Hypertherm Technical Service Associate for assistance.
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Buyer obligations Hypertherm does not always ship the pump with hydraulic fluid in the tank. It is the buyer's responsibility to fill the tank with hydraulic fluid. The buyer is responsible for these obligations: ...
To provide access for filling, install the pot near one of the front legs of the cutting machine. Make sure that there is a minimum clearance of 91 cm (36 inches) on all sides of the abrasive pot to permit room for maintenance and repair.
Remove the cover. Pull up on the plug on top of the filling screen. 7. Replace the cover. 8. Adjust the pot pressure to 40 psi. For longer delivery lengths, increase the pot pressure Do not exceed 80 psi. Abrasive pot Instruction Manual 809080...
Make sure that hazardous substances are disposed of safely and that the correct personal protective equipment is used. The safety specifications must be in accordance with the current local regulations at all times. Abrasive pot Instruction Manual 809080...
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