CONTENTS Section General Information Page Safe Practices Introduction Receiving Specifications Features Power Factor Correction 4.2 Pilot Arc Controls Installation Setup for Cutting Torch Maintenance Pilot Arc 8.2 Electrode Cutting Tip Plasma Cutting Start Sequences Edge Start Pierce Start External Trouble Shooting Trouble Shooting Chart Service Information 12.1 Power Source Assembly...
Cutmatic 45 | Operator Manual | Model No MC115-0 SAFE PRACTICES WHEN USING WELDING EQUIPMENT READ FIRST These notes are provided in the interests The information contained in this of improving operator safety. They should manual is set out to enable you...
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Avoid oily or greasy clothing. A spark may energy can penetrate to atmospheres ignite them. Hot metal such as work pieces containing even minute amounts of should never be handled without gloves. trichlorethylene or percholorethylene. Ear plugs should be worn when cutting in Fire and explosion prevention overhead positions or in a confined space.
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Cutmatic 45 | Operator Manual | Model No MC115-0 After work is done, check that area is free of Shock Prevention sparks, glowing embers, and flames. Exposed conductors or other bare metal A tank or drum which has contained in the welding circuit, or ungrounded...
1 INTRODUCTION 2 RECEIVING Plasma Arc Cutting Check the equipment received against the shipping invoice to make sure the shipment A Plasma is a gas which has been ionized is complete and undamaged. If any damage by increasing the energy level to the point has occurred in transit, please immediately were the electrons are stripped from the notify your supplier.
Cutmatic 45 | Operator Manual | Model No MC115-0 3 SPECIFICATIONS Manufactured to Australian Standard - AS60974.1 Torch Trigger complies with HRD - AS1674.2 Category C. CUTMATIC 45 Primary Voltage 220-240 Vac, 50/60 Hz Rated Primary 14.2 Amps Current (I eff) Maximum Primary 22.5 Amps...
4 FEATURES 4.1 Power Factor Correction (PFC) 4.2 Pilot Arc PFC provides a input power conditioner To create the Plasma gas an arc needs system to smooth the input current. to be established in the gas flow. A common starting method was to use high On a conventional inverter machine the frequency and high voltage between the input current presents in short high current...
Cutmatic 45 | Operator Manual | Model No MC115-0 5 CONTROLS WIN639B Power Switch Located on the rear panel Power On Indicator 5 Cutting Current Control This control sets the amount of output 2 Indicates Torch Retaining current of the power source within the Cup on tight available range.
Due to variation between generators by require high current during operation, then different manufacturers, it is impossible minimum current during idle time. for WIA to validate operation from all Mains supply circuit breaker tripping can generators. Therefore, correct operation of sometimes occur.
Cutmatic 45 | Operator Manual | Model No MC115-0 7 SETUP FOR CUTTING 8 TORCH MAINTENANCE Connection for Plasma Cutting Most plasma starting and cutting problems are associated with poor torch head Connect the work lead and torch as maintenance. Refer to section 12.4.
When replacing the electrode, apply 8.3 CUTTING TIP lubricating grease to assist with the Check the hole in the cutting tip is a electrode movement. round shape. If the hole is elongated or damaged the plasma arc will not sustain the directional flow required to achieve a Hafnium Insert straight cut.
Cutmatic 45 | Operator Manual | Model No MC115-0 9.1 PLASMA CUTTING START SEQUENCE - EDGE START The pilot arc starts immediately when trigger is pulled The pilot arc starts immediately when trigger is pulled 90° 90° Connect work clamp to a clean,...
10 EXTERNAL TROUBLE SHOOTING If you are in Australia and the following checks do not identify the fault condition, the equipment should be returned to a WIA Service agent. Phone 1300 300 884 for details of your nearest service agent.
Cutmatic 45 | Operator Manual | Model No MC115-0 11 TROUBLE SHOOTING CHART Problem Likely Reason Outcome Cutmatic 45 No cutting current, no The machine is not turned on If confirmed that the machine display. at both the mains supply and is switched on correctly, the machine power switch.
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Problem Likely Reason Outcome Pilot arc will not start. Electrode in torch head Refer to owner manual, Air indicator light and not moving. regards electrode. trigger indicator is on. Pilot arc will start, but Cutting tip damaged. Refer to owner manual. does not burn straight or sharp.
Cutmatic 45 | Operator Manual | Model No MC115-0 12 SERVICE INFORMATION The electrical components of the equipment are shown in the exploded view on page 19. The Plasma Cutter is an inverter type design, where the mains supply is first...
Effective 1st January 2022 This warranty covers the Cutmatic 45 power source and does not extend to the Welding Industries of Australia (WIA) gun assembly or accessories included in warrants to the original retail purchaser that the original purchase package.
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Cutmatic 45 | Operator Manual | Model No MC115-0 Our goods come with guarantees that cannot be excluded under the Australian Consumer Law. You are entitled to a replacement or refund for a major failure and for compensation for any other reasonably foreseeable loss or damage.
NEW ZEALAND WARRANTY INFORMATION WIA Cutmatic 45 3 Year Gold Shield Warranty Statement Effective 1st January 2022 WIA Cutmatic 45 machines purchased in New Zealand have identical warranty conditions as Australia, with the below conditions: In the event of defects listed in the...
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