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- Page 1 Abrasive Regulator III Instruction Manual 809030 | REVISION 2 ENGLISH...
- Page 2 DynaMAX, AccuStream, and Hypertherm Associates are trademarks of Hypertherm Inc. and may be registered in the United States and other countries. All other trademarks are the property of their respective holders. Environmental stewardship is one of Hypertherm’s core values. www.hypertherm.com/environment 100% Associate-owned ©...
- Page 3 Abrasive Regulator III Instruction Manual 809030 REVISION 2 ENGLISH Original Instructions September 2023 Hypertherm Inc. Hanover, NH 03755 USA www.hypertherm.com Abrasive Regulator III | Instruction Manual | 809030...
- Page 4 TechSupportAPAC@hypertherm.com (Technical Service Email) For training and education resources, go to the Hypertherm Cutting Institute (HCI) online at www.hypertherm.com/hci. Hypertherm products are designed and manufactured with a commitment to continuous quality control and safety. Contact a Hypertherm Technical Service Associate for information and support regarding the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of this equipment.
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Page 5: Table Of Contents
Attach the Abrasive Regulator to the Cutting Table Connect the Abrasive Regulator to the Solenoid Valve Connect the Abrasive Regulator to the Abrasive Pot Install Multiple Abrasive Regulators Do the First Start-up Recycling and End of Product Life Abrasive Regulator III | Instruction Manual | 809030... -
Page 6: Warranty
Hypertherm's instructions or stated limits of rated and normal use For information about the manufacturer's warranty, refer to the conditions of sale provided when the product was purchased. -
Page 7: User Responsibility
The end user is responsible for the safe operation of this equipment. The safety precautions in this manual are general and all situations cannot be anticipated. Hypertherm Inc. acknowledges that sudden equipment failures, site variability, deficient maintenance, control equipment failure, and other events can cause equipment damage, injuries or death. -
Page 8: Safety Precautions
Lockout/Tagout Procedure Hypertherm recommends the implementation of practices and procedures to shut down equipment, isolate it from its energy source(s), and prevent the release of potentially hazardous energy while maintenance and servicing activities are being done. -
Page 9: Terminology
Water not pressurized by the intensifier pump National pipe thread taper, a common United States standard for tapered threads that are sold directly to end users An original equipment manufacturer of machines that include Hypertherm products that are sold directly to end users Outside diameter... - Page 10 A flexible hollow cylinder; dimensions are based on its outside diameter (OD); the inside diameter (ID) depends on the thickness of the tube Valve A device used to control the rate of flow in a hose or a tube 809030 | Instruction Manual | Abrasive Regulator III...
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Page 11: Required Tools
Ball-end hex wrench 9/64 in., 3/32 in., 3/16 in. Pin gauge 0.038 in. Cordless drill Drill bit 0.201 in. 1/4 in.–20 Scale Clean, dry, compressed air Clean water Empty container 1 quart Abrasive Regulator III | Instruction Manual | 809030... -
Page 12: Product Description
Figure 1 [1] Vent [4] Regulator body [7] Control knob [2] Feed hose barb [5] Regulator base [8] Air cylinder [3] Acrylic tube [6] Delivery tube fitting [9] Air cylinder fittings 809030 | Instruction Manual | Abrasive Regulator III... -
Page 13: Operation Safety
Examine for leaks, deterioration, damage, or other conditions that can stop operations. Make sure all connections, fasteners, locked devices, hoses, and fittings are safely attached. Contact Hypertherm for replacement decals and make sure all operational and instructions are present and legible. -
Page 14: Adjust The Flow Rate
Control knob setting Grams per minute (g/min) Pound per minute (lb/min) 0.025 0.075 1-1/3 1-2/3 0.125 0.15 2-1/3 0.18 2-2/3 0.25 3-1/3 3-2/3 0.35 4-1/3 0.45 4-2/3 0.58 5-1/3 0.65 5-2/3 0.72 6-1/3 0.88 809030 | Instruction Manual | Abrasive Regulator III... -
Page 15: Suggested Set Points
Below is the suggested abrasive regulator set points for 80-mesh alluvial. Refer to Adjust the Regulator for New Abrasive for how to set other abrasive types. Nozzle orifice and mixing tube 0.010/0.030 0.011/0.030 0.012/0.030 0.014/0.040 0.016/0.040 sizes Control knob setting 5-1/3 5-2/3 7-1/3 7-2/3 Abrasive Regulator III | Instruction Manual | 809030... -
Page 16: Adjust The Regulator For New Abrasive
Subtract the weight of the empty container from the filled container. Turn the control knob clockwise (increase) or counterclockwise (decrease) the flow rate. Refer to Adjust the Flow Rate. Repeat this process until the flow rate is satisfactory. 809030 | Instruction Manual | Abrasive Regulator III... -
Page 17: Preventive Maintenance
All preventive maintenance work must be done by approved personnel to prevent damage to the equipment. Hypertherm products are designed and manufactured with a commitment to continuous quality control and safety. Contact a Hypertherm Technical Associate or an OEM for information about the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of this equipment. -
Page 18: Preventive Maintenance Schedule
Figure 3 [1] External retaining rings [4] Gate and air cylinder [7] Guide studs [2] Compression springs [5] Aperture plate [3] 1/4 in. flat washers [6] Exit plates 809030 | Instruction Manual | Abrasive Regulator III... - Page 19 Remove the thumb screws [2] from the bottom of the abrasive regulator body [1]. Figure 4 Remove the regulator base [1]. Figure 5 Remove the two socket-head cap screws [2] from the control knob mounting plate [1]. Figure 6 Abrasive Regulator III | Instruction Manual | 809030...
- Page 20 Turn the control knob mounting plate [1] counterclockwise on the regulator body [2]. Figure 8 Remove the external retaining ring [2], spring [3], and washer [4] from both guide studs [1]. Figure 9 809030 | Instruction Manual | Abrasive Regulator III...
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Page 21: Assemble The Regulator
[3]. Note Point the bottom exit plate with the words this side up in the regulator body direction and this end forward in the control knob direction. Figure 12 Abrasive Regulator III | Instruction Manual | 809030... - Page 22 Lower the top exit plate with the words this side up in the regulator body direction and this end forward in the control knob direction. Install the gate [2] and cylinder [1]. Figure 15 809030 | Instruction Manual | Abrasive Regulator III...
- Page 23 Figure 16 Install and tighten the socket-head cap screws [1] into the air cylinder body [2]. Figure 17 Turn the control knob mounting plate [1] clockwise on the regulator body [2]. Figure 18 Abrasive Regulator III | Instruction Manual | 809030...
- Page 24 Install the control knob mounting plate [1] on the regulator body [2] and tighten the socket-head cap screws [3]. Figure 20 Blow compressed air into the first air cylinder fitting [1] and into the second air cylinder fitting [2] to make sure the gate [3] operates. Figure 21 809030 | Instruction Manual | Abrasive Regulator III...
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Page 25: Calibrate The Control Knob
Turn the control knob [1] clockwise to sufficiently open the aperture plate [2]. Figure 22 Turn the control knob [1] counterclockwise to close the metering aperture [2] on the gauge pin [3]. Figure 23 Abrasive Regulator III | Instruction Manual | 809030... - Page 26 Turn the control knob [1] slightly clockwise to release the gauge pin [2]. Remove the gauge pin [2]. Make sure the control knob does not move when the gauge pin is out. Figure 24 Loosen the control knob set screw [1]. Figure 25 809030 | Instruction Manual | Abrasive Regulator III...
- Page 27 Rotate the control knob [1] to align with the number 1 [2] on the control knob mounting plate white line [3]. Figure 27 Tighten the control knob set screw [1]. Figure 28 Align the regulator body [1] with the regulator base [2] and tighten the thumb screws [3] by hand. Figure 29 Abrasive Regulator III | Instruction Manual | 809030...
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Page 28: Parts Lists
Genuine Hypertherm parts are the factory-recommended replacement parts for the abrasive regulator. The Hypertherm warranty does not cover damage caused by using non-genuine Hypertherm parts. To order parts, contact the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or Hypertherm Inc. with the part number and quantities. -
Page 29: Troubleshooting
Make sure to examine the vent hole [1], regulator base [2], and delivery tube [3] for blockage. Figure 30 When the waterjet nozzle is clogged, water moves into the delivery tube, blocks the abrasive regulator, and is released through the vent hole. Abrasive Regulator III | Instruction Manual | 809030... - Page 30 Dry the delivery tube and the regulator base with compressed air. Dry the aperture assembly with compressed air. Remove the thumb nut [1], top cover [2], and acrylic tube [3] from the regulator body [4] Figure 32 809030 | Instruction Manual | Abrasive Regulator III...
- Page 31 Align the regulator base [1] with the regulator body [2]. Figure 34 Tighten the front [1] and rear [2] thumb screws on the regulator base [3] by hand. Figure 35 Connect the delivery tube to the waterjet nozzle. Abrasive Regulator III | Instruction Manual | 809030...
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Page 32: Installation
Refer to the instruction manual. Read and understand all the safety guidelines in this manual. Keep the work area clean and free of fluid spills. Hypertherm products are designed and manufactured with a commitment to continuous quality control and safety. Contact Hypertherm Technical Service Associate for information and support regarding the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of this equipment. -
Page 33: Attach The Abrasive Regulator To The Cutting Table
Install the abrasive regulator to the mounting surface above the waterjet nozzle with two 1/4 in-20 socket- head cap screws. Connect the delivery tube to the tube fitting [2] (Figure 36). Figure 36 Abrasive Regulator III | Instruction Manual | 809030... -
Page 34: Connect The Abrasive Regulator To The Solenoid Valve
Make sure the air supply [2] is connected and the vent [1] is not blocked. Figure 38 Use compressed air to open [1] and close [2] the air cylinder [3]. Figure 39 Make sure the abrasive regulator operates properly. 809030 | Instruction Manual | Abrasive Regulator III... -
Page 35: Connect The Abrasive Regulator To The Abrasive Pot
Adjust the abrasive pot pressure to deliver the same abrasive flow rate to both abrasive regulators. Refer to the abrasive pot manufacturer's instructions. Abrasive Regulator III | Instruction Manual | 809030... -
Page 36: Do The First Start-Up
Recycling and End of Product Life At the end of the life of the product or its parts, recycle or discard of materials and parts using an environmentally satisfactory method and in accordance with local regulations. 809030 | Instruction Manual | Abrasive Regulator III...
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