ESAB PT-31XL Instruction Manual
ESAB PT-31XL Instruction Manual

ESAB PT-31XL Instruction Manual

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PT-31XL and PT-31XLPC
Plasma Arc Cutting Torches
Instruction Manual (GB)
0558005178

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  • Page 1 PT-31XL and PT-31XLPC Plasma Arc Cutting Torches Instruction Manual (GB) 0558005178...
  • Page 2 BE SURE THIS INFORMATION REACHES THE OPERATOR. YOU CAN GET EXTRA COPIES THROUGH YOUR SUPPLIER. CAUTION These INSTRUCTIONS are for experienced operators. If you are not fully familiar with the principles of operation and safe practices for arc welding and cutting equipment, we urge you to read our booklet, “Precautions and Safe Practices for Arc Welding, Cutting, and Gouging,”...
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    5.3 PT-31XL and PT-31XLPC Replacement Parts ........
  • Page 4 TABLE OF CONTENTS...
  • Page 5: Safety Precautions

    SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Safety Precautions Users of ESAB welding and plasma cutting equipment have the ultimate responsibility for ensuring that anyone who works on or near the equipment observes all the relevant safety precautions. Safety precautions must meet the requirements that apply to this type of welding or plasma cutting equipment. The following recommendations should be observed in addition to the standard regulations that apply to the workplace.
  • Page 6 SECTION 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WELDING AND PLASMA CUTTING CAN BE INJURIOUS TO YOURSELF AND WARNING OTHERS. TAKE PRECAUTIONS WHEN WELDING OR CUTTING. ASK FOR YOUR EMPLOYER’S SAFETY PRACTICES WHICH SHOULD BE BASED ON MANUFACTURERS’ HAZARD DATA. ELECTRIC SHOCK - Can kill. - Install and earth (ground) the welding or plasma cutting unit in accordance with applicable standards.
  • Page 7: Description

    SECTION 2 DESCRIPTION 2.1 DESCRIPTION The patented PT-31XL and PT-31XLPC are manual torches with a 75 head designed for use with several plasma arc cutting ° packages using clean, dry air as the plasma gas. The service lines are 4.5, 7.6 or 15.2 meters (15, 25 or 50 feet) long and the torch is rated to operate up to 50 amperes at 100% duty cycle for cutting most metals.
  • Page 8: Accessories

    The high performance kit (0558003301) is the preferred kit and is included with all of the above referenced plasma cutting systems. Table 2-1 Contents of Spare Parts Kits: PT-31XL and PT-31XLPC Spare Parts Kits P/Ns P/N 21980 P/N 0558003301 P/N 0558003464 P/N 0558003462 P/N 0558005392 Description...
  • Page 9: Technical Data (Required By Ce)

    SECTION 2 DESCRIPTION 2.3 TECHNICAL DATA (required by CE) a. Process: Manual torch used for plasma arc cutting b. Method of guidance: Manual c. Voltage class: M (113v peak to 400v peak) Striking voltage: 8000 VAC Stabilizing voltage: 200 VDC d.
  • Page 10 SECTION 2 DESCRIPTION .500 .625 .125 .250 .375 Steel Thickness, in. Steel Thickness, mm Graph 2-1a 35 Amp Cutting Parameters 4064 3556 3048 2540 2032 1524 1016 .125 .250 .375 .500 .625 .750 Steel Thickness, mm Steel Thickness, in. Graph 2-1b 50 Amp Cutting Parameters...
  • Page 11: Installation / Operation

    ALWAYS REPLACE TORCH WITH THE APPROPRIATE TORCH MANUFACTURED BY ESAB SINCE IT ALONE CONTAINS ESAB'S PATENTED SAFETY INTERLOCK. 4. The gas flow check valve is part of the safety interlock and is permanently assembled in the torch head. The head must be replaced if this valve malfunctions.
  • Page 12: Installing Consumables - Assembly Of Torch

    SECTION 3 INSTALLATION / OPERATION INSTALLING CONSUMABLES - ASSEMBLY OF TORCH Note Apply a small amount of lubricant - 0558000443 (17672), supplied in spare parts kit, to the heat shield or to the o-ring as shown in Figure 3-1. Check o-ring for damage whenever the shield is removed. Replace if necessary.
  • Page 13: Maintenance

    SECTION 4 MAINTENANCE 4.1 MAINTENANCE The power cable and switch leads in the service line should be inspected periodically. If there are any cuts through the pro- tective sheath or if gas leaks are noted, replace the damaged component. Before any maintenance is attempted on this torch, make sure the POWER SWITCH WARNING on the power source is in the OFF position and the PRIMARY INPUT POWER is DEENERGIZED.
  • Page 14 SECTION 4 MAINTENANCE BE SURE to tighten fittings securely using 2 wrenches during reassembly. (Factory WARNING recommended torque is 3.39 n-m or 30 in-lbs). Failure to do so could result in seri- ous injury to the operator. Pull flex support back. Remove tape holding splices.
  • Page 15: Replacement Parts

    - Gives extended nozzle life at the expense of top end cutting thickness and speed capability. Ordering To ensure proper operation, it is recommended that only genuine ESAB parts and products be used with this equipment. The use of non-ESAB parts may void your warranty.
  • Page 16 0558005146 (19028) - 15.2m (50') O-ring - 0558000514 (950790) (included with head) PLUG - 2062336 Configuration 3 PLUNGER- 0558000511 (20324) (used only with "XT" consumables) Configuration 1 SEAT - 0558000510 (19679) (Included with Head) Figure 5-1 PT-31XL Torch Parts and Configurations...
  • Page 17 SECTION 5 REPLACEMENT PARTS...
  • Page 18 7.6m (25') lines plunger. 30A / 40A high performance "XT" consumables, standard heat shield P/N 20282, seat, o-ring and plunger. NOTE: When ordering the PT-31XL torch 0558004482 assembly for use on the HandyPlasma-380, HandyPlasma-380 4.6m (15') lines Female Torch Connector P/N 0558004947 shown below must also be ordered.
  • Page 19 / or damage to the equipment. WARNING ESAB does not warrant parts for its equipment which are not furnished by ESAB. The use of parts that are not furnished by ESAB does not automatically void ESAB's warranties for its equipment.
  • Page 20 / or damage to the equipment. WARNING ESAB does not warrant parts for its equipment which are not furnished by ESAB. The use of parts that are not furnished by ESAB does not automatically void ESAB's warranties for its equipment.
  • Page 21 / or damage to the equipment. WARNING ESAB does not warrant parts for its equipment which are not furnished by ESAB. The use of parts that are not furnished by ESAB does not automatically void ESAB's warranties for its equipment.
  • Page 22 0558000443 0558000443 (17672) (1) (17672) (1) Plunger — — Table 5-2 Contents of PT-31XL and PT-31XLPC Standard Consumables Spare Parts Kits "XT" Consumables Kits P/N 21051 P/N 21052 P/N 21980 P/N 0558003301 P/N 0558003464 P/N 0558003462 P/N 0558005392 50 Amp...

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