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Lotos Technology LT5000D Quick Setup Instructions Power plug wiring identification: For either 110 or 220VAC, the GREEN wire with the yellow strip is ground wire. The other two wires are hot wires. 1. Wear a proper hel met (Figure 1.1) to protect your eyes from harmful plasma cutting arc radiation.
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5. Change your consumables (tip, electrode, and cup) when they become worn out. The correct consumable type is LCON. The metal protector on the tip is also replaceable. All accessories and consumables can be purchased at www.uwelding.com or Lotos’s authorized resellers. Thank you for your business!
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LOTOS Plasma Cutters User Manual Version: 2.0, May 2014 copyright @ Lotos Technology www.uwelding.com is operated by Lotos Technology ®...
Introduction Overview Dear Valued Customer: Thank you for purchasing a Lotos Technology plasma cutter! Feel free to check out our other products at www.uwelding.com. The User Manual documents policies and procedures for proper operation of the equipment. IMPORTANT: Be sure to review the contents of this manual before attempting to operate the equipment.
Safety Precautions - Read Before Using Overview Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions. Caution Recommendations • Connect the machine to a UL-approved outlet CAUTION: Welding and arc cutting only. Do not hard wire the machine directly to the power source.
• Keep cylinders away from any welding or other falling or tipping. electrical circuits. If you encounter any difficulties during set up or operation: • Consult this manual. • Contact Lotos Customer Service by visiting http://www.uwelding.com/about-us/contact-us/.
Equipment General Overview The LT5000D employs state of the art inverter technology. 50/60Hz frequency is inverted to high frequency (over 100 KHz) by V-MOSFET followed by step down voltage and rectification current. Using Pulse-Width-Modulation (PWM) technology, the inverter power supply generates powerful DC welding currents.
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Torch Type Torch Type Model Amperage Consumable Type LCON0120 LCON0140 3 prong LCON cutting torch CL0103 LCON0190 LCON0220 Extended 3 prong LCON0240 CL0203 LCON cutting torch LCON0290 Consumables Package Total Part Number Nozzle Electrode Shield Cup Swirl Ring Package Type Pieces LN01 x 10, LCON0120...
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10 gauge Mild Steel 10 gauge Stainless Steel Aluminum *Production cut thickness are the results of Lotos’ laboratory testing. Production speeds are approximately 80% of maximum. For optimum cut quality, cutting speeds may vary based on different cutting applications. ®...
Cutting Problem Current Indicator Adjust Power Switch Power & Air Output Switch Figure 2.1: Adjustor Diagram Plug Ground Connection Power Cable Inlet Figure 2.2: Power Cord Plug Connection Figure 2.3: Air Regulator Configuration ®...
Installation Power Cord Plug Connection (Figure 2.2) 1. Be sure to connect the power cord plug to the appropriate power voltage and use a proper hookup to avoid damage to internal circuitry. Typically, the ground wire is GREEN with a YELLOW stripe.
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Operating the Plasma Cutter 5. Adjust the air pressure on your air compressor to 60 – 65 psi for the machine. 6. Bring the torch tip into direct contact with your work piece edge or, for thicker cutting, over a pre-drilled pilot hole. Press the button on the torch to start cutting. 7.
Instruction Notes Cutting Environment 1. The cutting machine can perform in an environment where conditions are particularly harsh: it can withstand outside temperatures between 14 and 104 degrees Fahrenheit and a humidity level of up to 80%. 2. Please try to keep machine dry. Safety 1.
The following trouble shooting guide is for your reference only. Lotos Technology will NOT take any liability or responsibility for any injury or damage caused in such action(s). Always turn off electrical power and air supply before performing inspection and reconnection.
Plug Wiring Instruction Do not attempt to wire or handle high voltage without proper training. Contact an electrician to help you install an electrical outlet or connect an electrical plug to your machine. Regardless of which machine you have, it will require power to operate properly. Do not assume you know which wires to connect until you read this manual completely as colors may be deceiving.
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