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Plasma Cutter 45A
INSTRUCTION MANUAL
IMPORTANT: Read This Instruction Manual Completely before operating this equipment. Save this
manual and keep it handy for quick reference. Pay particular attention to the hazards and safety
precautions provided for your protection and for the protection of those in the immediate vicinity
where this device is to be used. Contact your distributor if you do not fully understand this
manual or require additional information.

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  • Page 1 Plasma Cutter 45A INSTRUCTION MANUAL IMPORTANT: Read This Instruction Manual Completely before operating this equipment. Save this manual and keep it handy for quick reference. Pay particular attention to the hazards and safety precautions provided for your protection and for the protection of those in the immediate vicinity where this device is to be used.
  • Page 2 The information in this manual may be reproduced for personal or in-house use without permission from GWS. Otherwise, no part of this manual may be reproduced in any material form or transmitted to any persons without permission from GWS or as permitted under the New Zealand Copyright Act 1994.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    PLASMA ARC45 Contents 1.0 Recommended Safety Precautions ....2 1.2 Plasma Cutting Risks ..........2 2.0 Installation and Adjustment ......4 2.1 Parameters............... 4 2.2 Installation .............. 4 3.0 Machine Layout and Components ....5 3.1 Water Trap............... 6 3.2 Consumable Kit ............6 4.0 Function Introduction .........

  • Page 4: Recommended Safety Precautions

    PLASMA ARC45 1.0 Recommended Safety Precautions FUMES AND GASES CAN BE DANGEROUS: • Fumes and gases produced during the plasma cutting OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF PLASMA ARC process can be dangerous and hazardous to your health. EQUIPMENT CAN BE DANGEROUS AND Keep your head out of the fumes, avoiding inhalation.
  • Page 5 PLASMA ARC45 gas can be eliminated or dissipated. Trapped hydrogen gas that is ignited will cause an explosion. NOISE Noise can cause permanent hearing loss. Plasma arc processes can cause noise levels to exceed safe limits. You must protect your ears from loud noise to prevent permanent loss of hearing.

  • Page 6: Installation And Adjustment

    1. Unpacking 1. Use the packing lists to identify and account for each item. 2. Inspect each item for possible shipping damage. If damage is evident, contact GWS and / or shipping company before proceeding with the installation. 2. Input Power Connections Note: Check your power source for correct voltage before plugging in or connecting the unit.

  • Page 7: Machine Layout And Components

    PLASMA ARC45 3. Machine layout and components 1. LCD display machine status, such as the cutting current, air pressure, cutting mode, etc. 2. Encoder adjust the cutting current and air pressure. 3. Function button select cutting mode, switch between first and second menu. 4.

  • Page 8: Water Trap

    PLASMA ARC45 3.1 Water trap Easily accessible via side panel 3.2 Consumable kit Included with machine Kit contents: PLASMA Consumables PART Electrode 45-105A PST70E Nozzle 45A PST70CT50 Swirl Ring 45-70A ECO PST70SR Retaining Cap 45-70A ECO PST70SCB Handheld Shield PST70SC Gouging Nozzle PST70GT50 PST70SCG...

  • Page 9: Function Introduction

    PLASMA ARC45 4. Function introduction Tips: The LCD contains two menus. 1. Check whether the cutting torch is connected In the first menu, the cutting current and the cutting 2. Gas/air pressure light mode can be adjusted. 3. The machine is in working condition Holding down the function button for 1 second will 4.

  • Page 10: Cutting Parameters

    PLASMA ARC45 Figure 4 Gouging/cutting mode, use the encoder to adjust the cutting current, press on the function button briefly to switch operational mode. The current range is 10-45A. When the current is between 20A and 45A, the cutting mode is gouging, the recommended value is 3.5Bar.

  • Page 11: Two Different Kinds Of Cutting Torch

    PLASMA ARC45 4.3 Two different kinds of cutting torch Manual cutting torch Machine cutting torch 4.4 Error Messages (E01-E13) Light Display Condition Status/Possible Cause Over-Current. Check output diodes, main transformer and IGBT on the invert board. Over-heating. Stop cutting to allow for cooling. Temp No system is established.

  • Page 12: Cutting Preparation

    PLASMA ARC45 5. Cutting Preparation 1. Tightly connect the power cable to an electrical socket outlet (the input voltage, refer to the section 3.1 technology parameters) 2. Connect the air pipe to the air supply equipment and the earth cable to the workpiece. 3.

  • Page 13: Maintenance

    PLASMA ARC45 6. Maintenance 6.1 Cutting torch maintenance WARNING WARNING There are extremely dangerous voltage and power 1. Check the consumable parts for damage. Replace if levels present inside this unit. Do not attempt to worn. diagnose or repair unless you have had training in 2.
  • Page 14 PLASMA ARC45 D. Low cutting output 1. Incorrect setting of CURRENT (A) control, check and adjust to proper setting. 2. Faulty components in unit, return for repair or have a qualified technician repair. E. Difficulty Starting 1. Worn torch parts (consumables). Shut off input power.

  • Page 15: Warranty Schedule

    7. Warranty Schedule 2021 GWS welding equipment is designed and tested for professional industrial environments. As a guarantee of high quality, we offer a warranty. Valid only from the sale by GWS or an accredited distributor of the equipment or product.

  • Page 16: Package Contents & Optional Extras

    Gas Cutting SBGV5 ArcOne Shade 5 Wide GW-250S Lift Up Goggle Shade 5 View Face Shield Lens Replacement Visor SWBC SAFETY ® Leather SGAS5 ARC1 Shade 5 Gas Welding Spats Cutting Glasses SE-7008 (boot covers) Plasma Cutter 45A Product code: PPM45...

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