FERREX PLC40 User Manual

Plasma cutter

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ALDI STORES

1 SARGENTS ROAD

MINCHINBURY NSW 2770

www.aldi.com.au

AFTER SALES SUPPORT

705680

1300 855 831

support@scheppach.com.au

YEAR

MODEL:

WARRANTY

PLC40

06/2021

User Manual

PLASMA CUTTER

Contents

Overview ..................................................................................... 3

Package contents/part list ......................................................... 6

Explanation of Symbols .............................................................. 7

Introduction ................................................................................ 9

Layout .........................................................................................10

Scope of delivery ........................................................................ 11

Intended use ..............................................................................12

Safety regulations ......................................................................12

Attachment / Before starting the equipment ......................... 20

Operation ....................................................................................21

Cleaning and maintenance ....................................................... 23

Technical data ........................................................................... 24

Storage and transport .............................................................. 25

Disposal and recycling .............................................................. 25

Troubleshooting ........................................................................ 26

Warranty Details ........................................................................ 29

Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice ....................... 30

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Page 1: Table Of Contents
ALDI Stores ® Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice ....... 30 DISTRIBUTED BY: ALDI STORES 1 SARGENTS ROAD MINCHINBURY NSW 2770 www.aldi.com.au AFTER SALES SUPPORT 705680 1300 855 831 support@scheppach.com.au YEAR MODEL: WARRANTY PLC40 06/2021...
Page 2: Package Contents/Part List
Package contents/part list Plasmas cutter, 1x Compressed air hose, 1x Ground cable with terminal, 1x Plasma hose package, 1x Hose clamp, 1x Nozzle, 3x (1x pre-assembled) Electrodes, 3x (1x pre-assembled) Diffuser, 2x 15 16 Ceramic cap, 2x Warranty card Operatiing instructions 17 16...
Page 3: Explanation Of Symbols
Explanation of symbols Kapitelüberschrift Explanation of Symbols The use of symbols in this manual is intended to draw your attention to possible risks. The safety symbols and the explanations that accompany them must be perfectly un- derstood. The warnings in themselves do not remove the risks and cannot replace correct actions for preventing accidents.
Page 4 Kapitelüberschrift Explanation of symbols Welding sparks can cause an explosion or fire. Arc rays can damage the eyes and injure the skin. Electromagnetic compatibility is not guaranteed in residential areas. Therefore, the device can only be used for occasional, smaller welding work! Do not use the device outdoors and never in rain!
Page 5: Introduction
Kapitelüberschrift Introduction Introduction Congratulations on choosing to buy a FERREX product. ® All products brought to you by FERREX are manufactured to the highest standards ® of performance and safety, and as part of our philosophy of customer service and satisfaction, are backed by our comprehensive 1 Year Warranty.
Page 6: Layout
Kapitelüberschrift Layout Layout (Fig. 1, 3, 4, 5, 7, 8, 9) Handle Plasma cutter Mains plug Plasma hose package Ground terminal clamp Mains indicator lamp Work light Overheat protection indicator lamp Ground terminal connection socket 9a. Ground terminal plug Plasma burner connection socket 10a.
Page 7: Scope Of Delivery
Kapitelüberschrift Scope of delivery Scope of delivery (Fig. 2) Position Part Quantity Plasma cutter Compressed air hose Ground cable with terminal Plasma hose package Hose clamp Nozzle 3x (1x pre-assembled) Electrodes 3x (1x pre-assembled) Operating instructions Diffuser Ceramic cap Open the packaging and take out the equipment with care. •...
Page 8: Intended Use
Kapitelüberschrift Intended use/Safety regulations Intended use The device is intended for compressed-air plasma cutting of all electrically conduc- tive metals. Observing the safety instructions and assembly instructions and operat- ing information in the instructions for use is also a component of the intended use. This device is designed for domestic DIY use only and is not designed for commercial, trade or industrial use It is imperative to adhere to the applicable accident prevention regulations.
Page 9 Safety regulations Kapitelüberschrift persons with reduced physical, sensory or mental capacities, or a lack of experience and knowledge, if they are supervised or have been in- structed in how to use the device safely and understand the dangers that may arise when using it. Do not allow children to play with the device.
Page 10 Kapitelüberschrift Safety regulations • Do not use the plasma cutter to defrost frozen tubes. Risk of electric shock m WARNING! Electric shock from the cutting electrode can be fatal. • Do not use the plasma cutter when it is raining or snowing. •...
Page 11 Safety regulations Kapitelüberschrift • Wear a hat and safety goggles. • Wear hearing protection and high, closed shirt collars. • Use a welding safety helmet and make sure that the filter setting is correct. • Wear complete body protection. Danger from electromagnetic fields: •...
Page 12 Kapitelüberschrift Safety regulations • In workplaces which are restricted completely or in part in terms of electrical conductivity and where there is a high risk through avoida- ble or accidental touching by the operator; • In wet, humid or hot workplaces where the air humidity or weld sig- nificantly reduces the resistance of human skin and the insulating properties or effect of protective equipment.
Page 13 Safety regulations Kapitelüberschrift • The increased risk of an electric shock as the operator comes into con- tact with the earth if he/she is using a Class I plasma cutter, the hous- ing of which is earthed through its conductor. Protective clothing •...
Page 14 Kapitelüberschrift Safety regulations cutting and must take suitable protective measures. In doing so, the operator must consider the following: • Power cables, control, signal and telecommunication lines • Computer and other microprocessor controlled devices. • Television, radio and other playback devices •...
Page 15 Safety regulations Kapitelüberschrift gas around the cutting area. The pressure of the gas flow controls the radius of the plasma jet. Please note! This machine is only designed to use compressed air as “gas”. Installation environment Make sure that working area is sufficiently ventilated. If the device is used without sufficient cooling, the power-on time reduces and it can result in overheating.
Page 16: Attachment / Before Starting The Equipment
Kapitelüberschrift Safety regulations/Attachment/Before starting the equipment • Always keep hands away from the work area when the machine is running. • Eye injuries due to glare, • Touching hot parts of the device or workpiece (burn injury), • In case of improper protection risk of accident and fire through sparks and slag particles, •...
Page 17: Operation
Attachment/Before starting the equipment/Operation Kapitelüberschrift • The pressure can be set via the rotary knob to regulate the pressure (21) on the condensate separator (see Fig. 9 - 12). Select a pressure of 4–4.5 bar. • In order to release the compressed air hose (19), you must press the locking mech- anism of the compressed air connection (19a) and pull out the compressed air hose (19) at the same time.
Page 18 Kapitelüberschrift Operation plasma cutter must not be switched off to avoid damaging the plasma burner (13) as a result of overheating. Electrical connection The electrical motor installed is connected and ready for operation. The connection complies with the applicable VDE and DIN provisions. The customer‘s mains connection as well as the extension cable used must also com- ply with these regulations.
Page 19: Cleaning And Maintenance
Cleaning and maintenance Kapitelüberschrift Cleaning and maintenance Cleaning: • Switch off the main power supply and the main switch of the device prior to carry- ing out maintenance or repair work on the plasma cutter. • Regularly clean the outside of the plasma cutter and its accessories. Use com- pressed air, cotton waste or a brush to remove dirt and dust.
Page 20: Technical Data
Kapitelüberschrift Cleaning and maintenance/Technical data Please provide the following information in the event of any enquiries: • Machine data - type plate Service information Please note that the following parts of this product are subject to normal or natural wear and that the following parts are therefore also required for use as consuma- bles.
Page 21: Storage And Transport
Storage and transport/Disposal and recycling Kapitelüberschrift Storage and transport Storage: Store the device and its accessories in a dark, dry and frost-proof place that is in- accessible to children. The optimum storage temperature is between 5 and 30˚C. Cover the electrical tool in order to protect it from dust and moisture. Store the op- erating manual with the electrical tool.
Page 22: Troubleshooting
Troubleshooting Kapitelüberschrift Troubleshooting The table below contains a list of error symptoms and explains what you can do to solve the problem if your tool fails to work properly. If the problem persists after working through the list, please contact your nearest service workshop. Problem Possible Cause Remedy...
Page 23 Troubleshooting Kapitelüberschrift Current switch is switched Switch the current switch to “on”. off. Plasma burner Another indication of this is a green Air transmission is restricted. (13) is not ready flame. Check the air supply. for operation? Workpiece is not connect- ed to the ground terminal Check the connections.
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Page 25: Warranty Details
PLASMA CUTTER Warranty Details TO KEEP UP-TO-DATE WITH IMPORTANT PRODUCT INFORMATION The product is guaranteed to be free from defects in workmanship and parts for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Defects that occur within this warranty period, under normal use and care, will be repaired, replaced or refunded at our discretion.
Page 26: Repair And Refurbished Goods Or Parts Notice
PLASMA CUTTER Repair and Refurbished Goods or Parts Notice TO KEEP UP-TO-DATE WITH IMPORTANT PRODUCT INFORMATION Unfortunately, from time to time, faulty products are manufactured which need to be returned to the Supplier for repair. Please be aware that if your product is capable of retaining user-generated data (such as files stored on a computer hard drive, telephone numbers stored on a mobile telephone, songs stored on a portable media player, games saved on a games console or files stored on a USB memory stick) during the process of repair, some or all of your stored data may be lost. ...