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- Page 1 PLASMA CUTTER MODEL NO: PLASMA KING 25-SI PART NO: 6015700 OPERATION & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS ORIGINAL INSTRUCTIONS GC1121...
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Page 2: Environmental Recycling Policy
Should any loss or damage be apparent, please contact your CLARKE dealer immediately. GUARANTEE This CLARKE product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase. -
Page 3: Safety And General Warnings
SAFETY AND GENERAL WARNINGS CAUTION: IF DURING THE CUTTING OPERATION A SLIGHT ELECTRIC SHOCK IS FELT, STOP WORK IMMEDIATELY AND DO NOT USE THE UNIT UNTIL THE FAULT HAS BEEN DISCOVERED AND RESOLVED. 1. Make sure that the unit is earthed and that the supply line has an adequate earth connection. -
Page 4: Fire Hazards
FIRE HAZARDS CAUTION: DO NOT CUT FUEL OR LUBRICANT CONTAINERS EVEN IF THEY ARE EMPTY. DO NOT CUT CONTAINERS OR CASINGS WHICH CONTAIN FLAMMABLE MATERIAL. NEVER CUT IN ENVIRONMENTS WHICH ARE POLLUTED BY FLAMMABLE GAS OR COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID VAPOURS (SUCH AS PETROL). 1. -
Page 5: The Work Area
Allow enough range of movement to facilitate movement while working keeping the cutter within 2 metres of the workpiece to be cut. • A barrier such as a welding curtain or screen e.g. CLARKE Welding Screen (part no 6000945) should be put up to protect others from flashing and sparks. -
Page 6: Safety Symbols
SAFETY SYMBOLS Read Instruction Flammable manual before use Caution - The user Hot Surface - Do not should be aware of a touch general hazard Dangerous voltage Poisonous fumes - Do not use in an enclosed space. Plasma cutting Thermal protection devices Under pressure Wear protective... -
Page 7: Electrical Connections
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS WARNING! READ THESE ELECTRICAL SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS THOROUGHLY BEFORE CONNECTING THE PRODUCT TO THE MAINS SUPPLY. Before switching the product on, make sure that the voltage of your electricity supply is the same as that indicated on the rating plate. This product is designed to operate on 230VAC 50Hz. -
Page 8: Compressed Air Requirements
COMPRESSED AIR REQUIREMENTS A source of clean, dry compressed air or nitrogen must be supplied to your plasma cutting unit. An air regulator is incorporated into the unit. A male quick release adapter is used to connect the air supply hose to the filter/regulator. •... -
Page 9: Principles Of Operation
If an unusually long air hose is required, (over 8 metres), the line pressure or the hose inside diameter may need to be increased. NOTE: The air hose must be rated at least 150% of the maximum operating pressure of the air tool or other machine. PRINCIPLES OF OPERATION PRINCIPLES OF PLASMA CUTTING Plasma cutting is a fast, clean and distortion free, means of cutting through all... - Page 10 OVERVIEW NO DESCRIPTION NO DESCRIPTION Green “Power On” LED Air Pressure gauge Red “Cutting in Progress” LED Earth cable connection Power supply cable 10 Torch (Trigger) connection Digital power display (Amps) 11 Torch (Cutting nozzle) connection On/Off switch 12 Compressed air filter/regulator Yellow “Overheating”...
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Page 11: Preparation For Use
PREPARATION FOR USE 1. Connect the power supply cable to a mains socket. 2. Connect the earthing cable into the machine (push in and twist). 3. Connect the two screw-in connections to the cutting torch. 4. Connect the compressed air supply to the filter/regulator. -
Page 12: Switching On/Off
USING THE PLASMA CUTTER The torch can be comfortably held in one hand or steadied with two hands. Choose the technique that feels most comfortable and allows good control and movement. Position the index finger or thumb to depress the switch on the torch handle. -
Page 13: Cutting Table
3. Move the cutting head more slowly for thicker and harder metals and keep the cutting head moving while cutting. 4. If clean cutting is not achieved, adjust the control potentiometer knob to a higher level and/or increase air flow. CUTTING TABLE Thickness Steel... - Page 14 1. When piercing, tilt the torch so that blowback particles blow away from both the operator and the torch. 2. Complete the piercing off the cutting line and then continue the cut onto the line. Hold the torch perpendicular to the workpiece after the cut is complete.
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Page 15: Troubleshooting
Reduce duration of cutting periods to help reduce load on the machine and tendency to overheat. Internal fuse Return to your CLARKE dealer for blown. investigation. Faulty power Return to your CLARKE dealer for switch investigation. - Page 16 Problem Possible Cause and Likely solution Gas does not Nozzle blocked. Clean nozzle and replace if flow necessary. Air pressure Ensure regulator is correctly regulator not adjusted. sufficiently open. Blockage in Check supply hose and the hose compressed airline within the cutting torch cable. Unit continually Input voltage too Have electrician inspect the...
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Page 17: Data Plate Information
Problem Possible Cause and Likely solution Excessive wear 1. Air pressure too low of the nozzle 2. Exceeding system capability (material too thick) and electrodes 3. Contaminated air (humidity-oil) 4. Improperly assembled torch 5. Torch tip contacting workpiece 6. Damaged or loose torch head components 7. -
Page 18: Maintenance
DOWN. DO NOT open or dismantle the machine. Repairs must only be undertaken by your CLARKE dealer. Keep the machine clean by wiping with a soft cloth. DO NOT use abrasives. Check that cables and leads are in good condition. If damaged, contact your authorised service agent. -
Page 19: Compressed Air Filter
Periodically drain the water in the filter. The air filter and air filter cartridge can only be replaced by a qualified service engineer. Contact your nearest CLARKE service department. STORAGE AND HANDLING Store the machine in a dry location free from damp and humidity. Always carry the machine by its handle and avoid straining the power cable, earth cable or torch connector. -
Page 20: Specifications
4 mm rough severance Please note that the details and specifications contained within, are correct at the time of going to print. However, CLARKE International reserve the right to change specifications at any time without prior notice. Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com... -
Page 21: Declarations Of Conformity
DECLARATIONS OF CONFORMITY Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com... -
Page 22: Component Parts
COMPONENT PARTS Parts & Service: 020 8988 7400 / E-mail: Parts@clarkeinternational.com or Service@clarkeinternational.com... - Page 23 COMPONENT PARTS DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION Main PCB Arc ignition PCB IGBT Radiator support bar Plastic cover Inductor Air connector Inductor bracket Solenoid valve Rectifier support bar Top housing Bottom panel Air connector Quick connector Support beam Torch connection Handle Torch connector socket Air connector Air interface Pressure reducing valve...
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