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- Page 1 PLASMA CUTTERS Model Nos. King 35 • King 50 • King 70 OPERATING & MAINTENANCE INSTRUCTIONS 1/97...
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Page 2: Specifications
For wiring diagrams and parts lists, please refer to the accompanying booklet. SPECIFICATIONS King35 King50 King70 Supply Voltage 230V 230V 230/400V No. of phases Frequency 50/60HZ 50/60 HZ 50/60 HZ Max. Input Current (230V) Max. Input Current (400V) Fuse Rating T20A (230V) T30A (230V) T35A(230) T25A(400) Cutting Depth -... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Plasma Cutter giving you long and satisfactory service. GUARANTEE This CLARKE product is guaranteed against faulty manufacture for a period of 12 months from the date of purchase. Please keep your receipt as proof of purchase. -
Page 4: Emc Regulations
ELECTROMAGNETIC INTERFERENCE (EMC) Whilst this unit complies with EMC regulations, the user is responsible for installing and using the welding equipment according to the manufacturers instructions. If electromagnetic disturbances are detected then it shall be the responsibility of the user of the welding equipment to resolve the situation. In some cases this remedial action may be as simple as earthing the welding circuit, see ‘Note’. - Page 5 take additional precautions such as filtering of the mains supply. Consideration should be given to shielding the supply cable of permanently installed welding equipment, in metallic conduit or equivalent. Shielding should be electrically continuous throughout its length. The shielding should be connected to the welding power source so that good electrical contact is maintained between the conduit and the welding power source enclosure.
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Page 6: Safety Precautions - General
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS WARNING: As with all machinery, there are certain hazards involved with their operation and use. Exercising respect and caution will considerably lessen the risk of personal injury. However, if normal safety precautions are overlooked, or ignored, personal injury to the operator may result. FAILURE TO FOLLOW THESE RULES MAY RESULT IN SERIOUS PERSONAL INJURY GENERAL PRECAUTIONS A) Burn prevention... - Page 7 C) Fire and explosion prevention Causes of fire and explosion are: 1) combustibles reached by the arc, flame, flying sparks, hot slag or heated material; 2) misuse of compressed gases and cylinders; 3) short circuits. BE AWARE THAT flying sparks or falling slag can pass through cracks, along pipes, through windows or doors, and through wall or floor openings, out of sight of the goggled operator.
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Page 8: Additional Safety Precautions For Plasma Cutters
ADDITIONAL SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR PLASMA CUTTERS The safety precautions given previously must be strictly adhered to. The following precautions are additional to, and focus specifically on Plasma Cutters. ✔ ALWAYS have a fire extinguisher handy when operating the cutter. ✔ ALWAYS wear protective clothing - overalls, gloves and sturdy footwear, To avoid the risk of burns, ✔... -
Page 9: What Is Plasma Cutting
WHAT IS PLASMA CUTTING Plasma Cutting is a fast, clean and distortion free, means of cutting through all types of metal from mild and stainless steels to aluminium brass and copper. The process relies upon the chemical reaction of a gas or mixture of gases, such as air, when subjected to very high temperatures. -
Page 10: Air Supply
MAIN COMPONENTS The power generator is essentially made up of a transformer, a rectifying unit and an electronic board. The latter controls the unit safeguards and governs the work cycles of the various components which make up the unit, such as the solenoid valve, the power contactor, etc. - Page 11 GENERAL LAYOUT KING 35 - FRONT PANEL Fig. 2 Warning Lamps KING 50 & 70 - FRONT PANEL Fig. 3 Warning Lamps...
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Page 12: Electrical Connections
ELECTRICAL CONNECTIONS A. KING 35 & KING 50 Connect the mains lead, through a suitably fused isolator switch, to a 230 Volt (50Hz) electrical supply, having a fuse rating in accordance with that given in the specification chart on page 2. A standard 13 Amp plug MUST NOT be used with this machine. -
Page 13: Installation & Operation
INSTALLATION AND OPERATION On receipt, check the unit for any damage which may have occurred during transportation. You should immediately report such damage to the Clarke dealer from whom the unit was purchased. Fig. 5 A. KING 35 This model is provided with a regulator and air filter assembly, which is mounted on the rear panel as shown in fig 5. - Page 14 Pull out the air pressure reglator knob, (located on the front panel (King 50 & 70), or at the back of the unit (King 35), and turn it fully clockwise before connecting the air hose to the compressed air supply. This ensures the regulator is set to its lowest pressure.
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Page 15: Duty Cycle
The wire spacer, mounted on the end of the torch, (except King 35), should be used in all cutting operations, to maintain the correct gap between the torch and the workpiece. To move the torch, pull towards you rather than pushing away from you. -
Page 16: Maintenance
If any fault develops, it must repaired by a qualified technician only. Contact your CLARKE dealer for advice. Maintenance of the unit is limited to the following. If the machine is in constant use, inspect every 3-4 months, and use dry compressed air to remove any dust deposit. -
Page 17: Troubleshooting
PLASMA CUTTER DOESN’T WORK - both amber lights OFF, power light ON. Check plasma electrode, it may have to be replaced. On the King 35, check to ensure the safety clip is firmly in place RAGGED CUT AND LACK OF POWER Check the hole in the nozzle.
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