Summary of Contents for Hobart Welding Products AirForce 625
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OM-926 211 123K 2007−03 Processes Air Plasma Cutting and Gouging Description Air Plasma Cutter AirForce 625 And ICE-40C Torch File: Plasma Cutters...
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From Hobart to You Thank you and congratulations on choosing Hobart. Now you can get the job done and get it done right. We know you don’t have time to do it any other way. This Owner’s Manual is designed to help you get the most out of your Hobart products.
SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING pom _4/05 Y Warning: Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions. 1-1. Symbol Usage Means Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards with this procedure! The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols.
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If ventilation is poor, wear an approved air-supplied respirator. EXPLODING PARTS can injure. Read and understand the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDSs) and the manufacturer’s instruction for metals to be cut, coatings, D On inverter power sources, failed parts can ex- and cleaners.
1-3. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance HOT PARTS can cause severe burns. FALLING UNIT can cause injury. D Do not touch hot parts bare handed. D Use lifting eye to lift unit only, NOT running gear, gas cylinders, or any other accessories. D Allow cooling period before working on torch.
1-5. Principal Safety Standards Safety in Welding, Cutting, and Allied Processes, ANSI Standard Z49.1, Code for Safety in Welding and Cutting, CSA Standard W117.2, from from Global Engineering Documents (phone: 1-877-413-5184, website: Canadian Standards Association, Standards Sales, 178 Rexdale Bou- www.global.ihs.com).
SECTION 2 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT UTILISATION pom_fre 4/05 Y Avertissement : se protéger et protéger les autres contre le risque de blessure — lire et respecter ces consignes. 2-1. Signification des symboles Signifie Mise en garde ! Soyez vigilant ! Cette procédure présente des risques de danger ! Ceux-ci sont identifiés par des symboles adjacents aux directives.
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N’approchez pas le tube du chalumeau et l’arc pilote lorsque la gâ- LE BRUIT peut endommager l’ouïe. chette est enfoncée. Le câble de masse doit être pincé correctement sur la pièce à cou- Certaines applications de coupage produisent un bruit per, métal contre métal (et non de telle sorte qu’il puisse se constant, ce qui peut endommager l’ouïe si le niveau détacher), ou sur la table de travail le plus près possible de la ligne...
D Les bouteilles ne doivent pas être près de la zone de coupage ni de D Détournez votre visage du détendeur−régulateur lorsque vous ouvrez tout autre circuit électrique. la soupape de la bouteille. D Un contact électrique ne doit jamais se produire entre un chalumeau D Le couvercle du détendeur doit toujours être en place, sauf lorsque de plasma d’arc et une bouteille.
D Veiller à couper à une distance de 100 mètres de tout équipement LE COUPAGE Ã L’ARC peut causer électronique sensible. des interférence. D S’assurer que la source de coupage est correctement branchée et mise à la terre. D L’énergie électromagnétique peut gêner le fonction- D Si l’interférence persiste, l’utilisateur doit prendre des mesures sup- nement d’appareils électroniques comme des ordi- plémentaires comme écarter la machine, utiliser des câbles blindés...
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com SECTION 3 − DEFINITIONS 3-1. Symbols And Definitions For Nameplate And Serial Number/Rating Label Plasma Arc Cutting Adjust Air/Gas Low Air Pressure Amperes (PAC) Pressure Light No − Do Not Do Volts Increase Temperature This...
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com SECTION 4 − INSTALLATION 4-1. Specifications Amperes Input at Rated Maximum Rated Load Rated Type of Plasma Cutting Open-Circuit 50/60 Hz Output 50/60 Hz Output Output Output Output Capacity Capacity Voltage DC Voltage DC 208 V 230 V...
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 4-5. Unit Dimensions, Weight, And Movement 17-1/4 in (438 mm) Dimensions And Weight 57 lb (25.9 kg) 15-1/4 in (387 mm) 10-1/4 in (260 mm) Lifting Handles Movement Use handles to lift unit. Hand Cart Y Do not move or operate unit Use cart or similar device to move...
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 4-6. Connecting Work Clamp and Gas/Air Supply Work Clamp Workpiece Connect work clamp to a clean, paint-free location on workpiece, as close to cutting area as possible. Use only clean, dry air with 90 to 120 psi (621 to 827 kPa) pressure.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 4-7. Electrical Service Guide 50/60 Hz Single Phase Input Voltage Input Amperes At Rated Output Max Recommended Standard Fuse Rating In Amperes Cricuit Breaker , Time-Delay Normal Operating Min Input Conductor Size In AWG Max Recommended Input Conductor Length In Feet (Meters) (24) (30)
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 4-9. Selecting A Location And Connecting Input Power Plug (NEMA Type 6-50P) Receptacle (NEMA Type 6-50R) Connect plug to receptacle. Input And Grounding Conductors For single-phase operation: 18 in (457 mm) of Y Do not move or operate unit Y Make input...
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 4-10. Wiring Optional 240 Volt Plug (119 172) For Connection To Bobcat, Trailblazer Or Champion 10,000 Input And Grounding Conductors Plug Wired for 240 V, 2-Wire Load Neutral (Brass) Terminal And Tools Needed: Prong (Not Used) Load 1 (Brass)Terminal And Prong...
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 4-11. Installing Alternative Plug This procedure is necessary if the unit is to be connected to a 208/230 VAC Supplied 230 VAC Plug receptacle that requires a plug that is different from the supplied plug. Cut cord close to plug.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com SECTION 5 − OPERATION 5-1. Controls Ref. 211 048 Output Control Power Switch At ambient temperatures below −55 C Use control to set cutting output. (235 readjustment gas/air The fan will normally run for pressure regulator may be necessary Place control in Gas/Air Set position to safely approximately 5 seconds after power...
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 5-3. Trigger Safety Lock Trigger Trigger Locked Trigger Unlocked 801 397-A 5-4. Plasma Cutting System Practices The pilot arc starts immediately when trigger is pressed. Always connect work clamp to a clean, DO NOT start pilot arc without cutting or Set correct air pressure for process: paint-free location on workpiece, as close to...
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 5-5. Sequence Of Cutting Operation Connect work clamp to a clean, paint-free Set air pressure to 75 PSI (517 kPa) for cutting. location on workpiece, as close to cutting area as possible. The pilot arc starts immediately when trigger is pressed.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 5-6. Sequence Of Gouging Operation Connect work clamp to a clean, paint-free Set air pressure to 55 PSI (379 kPa) for gouging. location on workpiece, as close to cutting area as possible. The pilot arc starts immediately when trigger is pressed.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 5-7. Sequence Of Piercing Operation The pilot arc starts immediately when trigger is pressed. Connect work clamp to a clean, paint-free Set air pressure to 75 PSI Hold torch at an angle to the location on workpiece, as close to cutting workpiece.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com SECTION 6 − MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING 6-1. Routine Maintenance Y Disconnect power Maintain more often before maintaining. during severe conditions. n = Check Z = Change ~ = Clean l = Replace Reference * To be done by Factory Authorized Service Agent Each...
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 6-2. Overload Protection: Status Lights & Checking Shield Cup Shutdown System If certain problems occur, a status light comes on, and output stops. Pressure Light Lights if gas/air pressure is below 40 PSI (276 kPa). Turn power Off, and check for proper gas/air pressure...
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 6-3. Checking/Replacing Retaining Cup, Tip, And Electrode Overtightening will strip threads. Do not overtighten retaining cup during assembly. Do not cross-thread parts causing stripping. Use care during torch assembly and parts replacement. Inspect shield cup, tip, and electrode for wear before cutting or whenever cutting speed has been significantly reduced.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 6-4. Troubleshooting Power Source Press torch trigger and check if pilot arc ignites. Check torch consumables. Does pilot arc *Check torch connections, Is Power switch ignite? Place Power switch in the air filter, pressure switch S3, S1 in the On On position.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 6-5. Troubleshooting Torch Torch travel speed too slow; increase travel speed (see Section 5-5). Clean Does arc go replace torch consumables Go to Section 6-4. as necessary (see Section while cutting? 6-3). Be sure work clamp is securely attached workpiece.
SECTION 8 − PARTS LIST 8-1. Recommended Spare Parts Item Dia. Part Mkgs. Description Quantity Recommended Spare Parts ....227877 FILTER,AIR ELEMENT ..........
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NOTE: The ICE-40C torch is specifically for use Item Part Description only with this plasma cutting unit. 195 110 ICE-40C 25ft Torch 195 111 ICE-40C 50ft Torch 183 427 Handle Assy, complete (1) 192 059 Main Body (1) 209 298 Leads, 25ft (1) 209 299 Leads, 50ft (1)
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Notes Work like a Pro! Pros weld and cut safely. Read the safety rules at the beginning of this manual.
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Effective January 1, 2007 5/3/1 WARRANTY applies to all Hobart welding equipment, plasma cutters and spot welders with a Warranty Questions? serial number preface LH or newer. Call This limited warranty supersedes all previous Hobart warranties and is exclusive with 1-800-332-3281 no other guarantees or warranties expressed or implied.
Welding Process Handbooks Call 1-877-Hobart1 Contact the Delivering Carrier to: File a claim for loss or damage during shipment. For assistance in filing or settling claims, contact your distributor and/or equipment manufacturer’s Transportation Department. PRINTED IN USA 2007 Hobart Welding Products. 2007−01...
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