Hypertherm Powermax45 SYNC Operator's Manual page 87

Examine the power cord*
Is the power cord plugged in? Or is it connected correctly to a line-disconnect switch or other power
source?
Is there any visible damage to the power cord? Are any wires exposed or frayed?
Examine the power cord wires in the power plug or line-disconnect box. Are any of the wires
short-circuited?
Is the power plug correct for the power cord? For example, do not install a 1-phase power plug on a
3-phase power cord. Refer to
Is the power cord ground wire connected to ground in the plasma power supply and in the power
plug or line-disconnect box?
Are the rest of the power cord wires connected correctly in the plasma power supply and in the
power plug or line-disconnect box? Refer to
Are the power cord wires fully tightened inside the plasma power supply and in the power plug or
line-disconnect box?
* Make sure that any changes to the plasma power supply or power cord are done by a licensed electrician.
Examine the work lead and work clamp
Is the work lead connected correctly to the plasma power supply? Make sure that you turn the
connector clockwise approximately 1/4 turn until the connector is fully engaged in the lock position.
Refer to page
Examine the work lead. Are any wires exposed or frayed? Is the lead twisted or kinked?
Is the work clamp connected to the workpiece that you are cutting?
Does the work clamp have good metal-to-metal contact? If not, remove any rust, paint, or other
debris to give a clean surface for a better connection.
Examine the torch and torch lead
Is the torch lead connected correctly to the plasma power supply? Refer to
connector makes a click when it is fully connected.
Examine the torch lead. Are any wires exposed or frayed? Is the lead twisted or kinked?
Examine the torch handle or shell. Are any wires exposed? Are there any other signs of damage to the
shell?
Is the status LED on the torch solid yellow or red? Is the status LED flashing yellow? Refer to
page 57.
Are there any signs of damage to the torch trigger? Are the trigger and safety latch operating
correctly?
Is the torch-lock switch operating correctly? Refer to
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Prepare the power cord and plug
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Troubleshoot Common Problems
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