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MODEL • PLASMA 100 Operating Manual (Owner’s Manual) IMPORTANT: Read these instructions before installing, operating, or servicing this system. First Edition Manual No. K0901...
Gas Post-Flow Time 2T (GTAW) Gas Pre-Flow Time Voltage Reduction 4T (GTAW) Device Circuit — Repeat Function (GTAW) Negative Spot Function (GTAW) Positive High Frequency Starting Gas Input (GTAW) Lift Start (GTAW) Gas Output - 2 - PLASMA 100 Operating Manual...
Do not use the cutting torch in an area where combustible or explosive gases or materials are located. Phosgene, a toxic gas, is generated from the vapors of chlorinated solvents and cleansers. Remove all sources of these vapors. - 4 - PLASMA 100 Operating Manual...
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Wear welding gloves and suitable clothing to protect your skin from the arc rays and sparks. Keep helmet and safety glasses in good condition. Replace lenses when cracked, chipped or dirty. Protect others in the work area from the arc rays. Use protective booths, screens or shields. - 5 - PLASMA 100 Operating Manual...
Lift unit with handle on top of case. Use handcart or similar device of adequate capacity. If using a fork lift vehicle, place and secure unit on a proper skid before transporting. - 6 - PLASMA 100 Operating Manual...
40 degrees C. WARNING 1 KENZO advises that this equipment be electrically connected by a qualified electrician. The following Primary Current recommendations are required to obtain the maximum cutting current and duty cycle from this Power Supply:...
Notice: Fuse size is based on not more than 200 percent of the rated input amperage of the Cutting power source (Based on Article 630, National Electrical Code). Figure 1 Electrical input connections - 8 - PLASMA 100 Operating Manual...
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Re-radiation from Unearthed Metallic Objects A major factor contributing to interference is re-radiation from unearthed metallic objects close to the cutting leads .Effective grounding of such objects will prevent re-radiation in most cases. - 9 - PLASMA 100 Operating Manual...
Due to variations that can occur in manufacture products, claimed performance, voltages, ratings, all capacities, measurements, dimensions and weights quoted are approximate only. Achievable capacities and ratings in use and operation will depend upon correct installation, use, applications, maintenance and service. - 10 - PLASMA 100 Operating Manual...
Post Flow Gas (Optional) Gas Check Switch 10. 2T/ 4T Switch (Optional) 11. Digital Meter—Amp. 12. DC Power Indicator 13. Water Pressure Indicator 14. Gas Indicator 15. Warning Indicator 16. AC Power Indicator - 11 - PLASMA 100 Operating Manual...
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Figure 3 Function Cutting torch switch Cutting torch switch Table 4 WARNING When the cutter is connected to the primary supply voltage, the internal electrical components maybe at primary potential with respect to earth. - 12 - PLASMA 100 Operating Manual...
The operator should use the cutting current range values as a guide, and then finally adjust the current setting to suit the application. Figure 5 Set up for PLASMA 100 WARNING: Before connecting the work clamp to the work and inserting the parts in the cutting torch make sure the Primary power supply is switched off.
5.0 POWER SUPPLY CONTROLS INDICATORS AND REATURES Figure 6 PLASMA 100 front panel Main Power Switch Amperage Control Post Flow Gas Gas Check Switch 2T/ 4T Switch Digital Meter—Amp. DC Power Indicator Water Pressure Indicator Gas Indicator 10. Warning Indicator 11.
WARNING There are extremely dangerous voltages and power levels present inside this product. Do not attempt to open or repair unless you are an accredited KENZO service agent and you have had training in power measurements and troubleshooting techniques. If major complex subassemblies are faulty, then the cutting power source must be returned to an accredited KENZO service agent for repair.
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8. The cut result is bad. 3. Gas pressure is improper. 3. Set the gas pressure correctly. 4. The cutting speed too quick or too 4. Set the cutting speed correctly. slow. Table 6 - 17 - PLASMA 100 Operating Manual...
B The cutting power source switch is B Switch on the cutting power The cutting arc can not be switched off. source. established. C Loose connections internally. C Have an accredited KENZO service agent repair the connection. Maximum output cutting Have an accredited KENZO current can not be achieved Defective control circuit.
Storing ambient temperature is -25℃~ +55℃. When long-time does not use, every two months should electrify a time, a humidity month of every two week should electrify use a time, by use own thermal row of tide. - 19 - PLASMA 100 Operating Manual...