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Part# HSW-6006 2017-08 Processes Plasma 110-240VAC Plasma System AIR PLASMA CUTTER HSP60 OPERATOR’S MANUAL IMPORTANT: Read this Owner’s Manual Completely before attempting to use this equipment. Save this manual and keep it handy for quick reference. Pay particular attention to the safety instructions we have provided for your protection. Contact your distributor if you do not fully understand this manual.
1 SAFETY Important Safety Precautions OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF PLASMA ARC EQUIPMENT CAN BE DANGEROUS AND HAZARDOUS TO YOUR HEALTH. Plasma arc cutting produces intense electric and magnetic emissions that may interfere with the proper function of cardiac pacemakers, hearing aids, or other electronic health equipment. Persons who work near plasma arc cutting applications should consult their medical health professional and the manufacturer of the health equipment to deter- mine whether a hazard exists.
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• Wear dry gloves and clothing. Insulate yourself from the work piece and live torch parts. • Repair or replace all worn or damaged parts. • Extra care must be taken when the workplace is moist or damp. • Disconnect power source before performing any service or repairs. •...
3.2 Plasma Torch & Earth Clamp Connections Install the HST68 plasma torch by first removing the plastic cap on the brass machine plug. Insert the plug into the female socket on the front panel and screw locking collar in place to secure torch. Install the earth clamp cable by inserting the brass plug into the female socket on the front panel being certain to align the tab with the channel and “TWIST-LOCK”...
4 Operation 4.1 Layout of Front and Rear Panel Set cutting power from 20 – 60 amps Output Current Adjust This will light if the machine is connected to power Power Pilot Lamp When lit, this light indicates that over-temp limit has activated Alarm Pilot Lamp Air Indicator The AIR light will turn on if there is insufficient air pressure (Below 50 Psi)
4.2 Cutting Preparation 1、Connect the power cable to electrical outlet (the input voltage, refer to the section 3). 2、Connect the air hose to the air supply equipment and set pressure to ~70 psi (4.2 bar). 3、Connect the earth cable to the workpiece not being removed with cut. 4、Make certain operator is wearing proper safety glasses (1.7-6.0 DIN) gloves and protective clothing.
5 Maintenance 5.1 Cutting Torch Maintenance Plasma cutting torches use ionized air (plasma) as the arc that “melts” the metal and is pushed away by the compressed air. This plasma arc exceeds 50,000° F (28,000° C) when it is pushed through the .030”-.040”...
5.2 Ttroubleshooting Principle WARNING There are extremely dangerous voltage and power levels present inside this unit. Do not attempt to diagnose or repair unless you have had training in power electronics measurement and troubleshooting techniques. A. The cutting torch fails to ignite the arc when torch trigger depressed, DC pilot light on. 1.
G. No gas flow with the power lamp ON and fan operating Gas not connected or pressure too low, check gas connections. Adjust gas pressure to proper setting. Faulty components in unit, return for repair or have qualified technician repair. L.
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