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MODEL NOVACUT 46 INSTRUCTION MANUAL for installation, use and maintenance of welding machines. Original instructions in Italian. Please keep for future use. 1.995.236 EN - Rev. 1.1...
NOVACUT 46 Contents 1. PREFACE 1.1. PURPOSE OF THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL FOR USE AND MAINTENANCE 1.2. RECIPIENTS 1.3. STORAGE OF THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1.4. UPDATING THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1.5. HOW TO READ THE INSTRUCTION MANUAL 1.6. TERMS, SYMBOLS AND PICTOGRAMS 2.
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NOVACUT 46 6. MACHINE USE 6.1. MACHINE LAYOUT DESCRIPTION 6.1.1. Layout for the front and rear panel 6.1.2. Further Controls Explained 6.2. INSTALLATION & OPERATION 6.2.1. Electrical Connection 6.2.2. Compressed Air Requirements 6.2.3. Basic Operation 6.2.4. Cutting Operation 6.3. PLASMA CUTTING GUIDE 6.3.1.
NOVACUT 46 1. PREFACE THE OFFICIAL LANGUAGE CHOSEN BY THE MANU- FACTURER IS ITALIAN. The manufacturer cannot be held liable for translations in other languages that do 1.1. PURPOSE OF THE INSTRUCTION not conform to the original meaning (ORIGINAL IN- MANUAL FOR USE AND STRUCTIONS).
NOVACUT 46 1.5. HOW TO READ THE INSTRUCTION • capable of comprehending and interpreting the operator manual and the safety instructions; MANUAL • familiar with the emergency procedures and how The Manual is split into chapters, each one dedicated to implement them;...
NOVACUT 46 2. GENERAL INFORMATION NOVACUT 46 plate explanation Pos. 1 Name and address of the manufacturer and trademark 2.1. MANUFACTURER Pos. 2 Identification of the welding machine model IDENTIFICATION DATA Pos. 3 Welding machine serial number Pos. 4 Welding machine type symbol: Transform- MANUFACTURER: SINCOSALD S.r.l...
NOVACUT 46 2.3. DECLARATIONS OF 2.6. PREPARATION BY THE CONFORMITY CUSTOMER The machine is constructed in compliance with the Unless otherwise agreed in the contract, the follow- relevant EU Directives, applicable at the time of its ing are normally the Customer's responsibility: •...
NOVACUT 46 3. SAFETY • Operations at reduced safety levels must be car- ried out in strict accordance with the instructions given in the relevant descriptions; 3.1. GENERAL SAFETY WARNINGS • After any operation with reduced safety levels, guards/safety devices should be replaced on the WARNING: your safety depends on you!!! machine as soon as possible;...
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NOVACUT 46 A) Electric shock - REMEMBER: The arc can blind or damage your ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN BE FATAL!!! eyes. The arc is dangerous up to a distance of 15 - All electric shocks are potentially fatal. metres. Never look at the arc with the naked eye! - Do not touch live parts.
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NOVACUT 46 - Never refill the cylinders, but have them refilled by Wear a mask with protective glass on the outside and specialised companies. adiactinic glass filter inside. This is MANDATORY for - Do not modify or exchange the cylinder fittings.
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NOVACUT 46 H) Moving parts can cause damage a) Power cables, control cables, transmission system Moving parts, such as the fan, can cut fingers and and telephone cables that pass near the welding hands and catch clothes. machine. Keep all doors, covers and guards closed and securely b) Radio or television transmitters and receivers.
NOVACUT 46 chine must never be modified in any part except for • inspection of all the safety devices installed on the modifications planned and authorised by the manu- machine; • ll connections with pins and screws; facturer and carried out by persons authorised by the •...
NOVACUT 46 3.3. CONTRAINDICATIONS FOR USE 3.6. SIGNS The machine must not be used: The safety signs must always be clearly visible and it • For uses other than those specified by the man- is absolutely forbidden to remove or hide them.
NOVACUT 46 Explosion hazard: Fatal hazard: This symbol indicates the presence of Pay the utmost attention near this explosive substances or explosion hazard. indication!!! Never touch the area indicated by this symbol since it indicates a fatal hazard. Warning: Contact injuries may occur Noise: in this point (i.e.
To facilitate transport, the shipment can be per- formed with some components disassembled and properly protected and packaged. THE PACKAGING CONTAINS: No. 1 NOVACUT 46 welding machine No. 1 Instruction manual OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES: No. 1 PLASMA Welding torch 4.3. MACHINE RECEIPT...
NOVACUT 46 ATTENTION: The machine must remain packed during unloading from the means of transport and until it is transferred to its destination. IMPORTANT: The Manufacturer cannot be held liable for damage caused to persons or property due to utilising lifting systems other than those described above.
NOVACUT 46 Do not lift the machine by the FEEDER or genera- Appropriate safety devices must be provided for its tor handles. operation in line with those required in the area of The machine has a sturdy handle integrated in the safety in the workplace.
NOVACUT 46 4.9. CONNECTIONS ATTENTION: the yellow-green wire of the welding machine power cable must always be connected Electrical connections to the protection conductor (system earth). The The machine's internal connections are carried out yellow-green wire should NEVER be combined by qualified personnel sent by the manufacturer.
NOVACUT 46 5. MACHINE DESCRIPTION torchfrom damage/incorrect /air pressure, con- sumables not in place, excessive pilot arc use. • Air flow manual activation switch to set & test air pres- 5.1. OPERATING PRINCIPLE sure, pressure without the need to trigger the torch.
NOVACUT 46 5.6. NOISE 5.7. TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS The equivalent continuous A-weighted sound pres- The following table shows the main technical specifi- sure level, emitted by the machine at the workplace cations relating to the machine: in full operating conditions, is less than 70 dB (A).
NOVACUT 46 6. MACHINE USE 6.1.2. Further Controls Explained Compressed Air Testing/Settings switch (3) When positioned as ‘set’ compressed air control valve 6.1. MACHINE LAYOUT DESCRIPTION is open continuously. This is useful for testing and 6.1.1. Layout for the front and rear panel setting the air pressure without having to activate the trigger circuit.
NOVACUT 46 6.2. INSTALLATION & OPERATION er, without any electrical connection with the posi- tive machine pole. This system is particularly helpful 6.2.1. Electrical Connection in starting cuts on materials that do not have good The CUT series is designed to operate on a 1 phase initial grounding connections such as paint, rust, en- 230 AC power supply.
NOVACUT 46 6.2.4. Cutting Operation 4. After starting the cut, the tip can be dragged along the work piece if cutting up to 3mm thick After turning the Power Switch to the ON position material. When cutting material greater than and making control and air pressure adjustments, 3mm, maintain a 3.2mm tip to work (standoff )
NOVACUT 46 6.3. PLASMA CUTTING GUIDE 3. Edge Starting - For edge starts, hold the torch perpendicular to the work piece with the front of 6.3.1. Cutting Guide the tip near (not touching) the edge of the work Effect of Cutting Speed piece at the point where the cut is to start.
NOVACUT 46 5. Direction of Cut - The plasma gas stream swirls not adhere tightly to the cut edge, and can be easily as it leaves the torch to maintain a smooth col- scraped off. ‘High speed dross’ usually forms a narrow umn of gas.
NOVACUT 46 7. MAINTENANCE 7.4. ROUTINE MAINTENANCE General requirements 7.1. MACHINE ISOLATION The machine is designed to minimise routine mainte- nance, thus it is up to the operator to assess its condi- Before carrying out any type of Maintenance or Re- tion and suitability for use.
NOVACUT 46 ATTENTION: These operations, although simple, ponents have been replaced or modified, must be must be performed by a Qualified or Qualified marked so that the person who carried out the re- and Authorised Technician. pair can be identified.
NOVACUT 46 7.6. DIAGNOSTICS AND TROUBLESHOOTING For defects or malfunctions of the machine not described in this manual, please contact the manufacturer. List of error code Trouble Possible Reason Suggested Remedy 1. Turn power switch to the ON position 1. Power switch OFF 2.
NOVACUT 46 8. ACCESSORIES AND SPARE 9. ADDITIONAL INSTRUCTIONS PARTS 9.1. WASTE DISPOSAL 8.1. CUSTOMER SERVICE It is the responsibility of the user, in accordance with the laws in force in their country, to ensure correct The Manufacturer is always at your disposal for any...
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NOVACUT 46 There are 2 ways to discard DOMESTIC WEEE: For the management of "WEEE", SINCOSALD relies a) If you decide to buy a new equivalent equipment, on Erion Consortium. the user can deliver it to the distributor, who will have to collect it for free.
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