Chicago Electric 95136 Owner's Manual & Safety Instructions page 16

Troubleshooting (cont.)
Be CERTAIN to shut off the Plasma Cutter, and disconnect it from power and air before adjusting, cleaning, or
repairing the unit. A technician should discharge all capacitors before performing any internal procedures.
CUT GOES ONLY PARTIALLY THROUGH THE WORKPIECE
WITHIN THICKNESS
RANGE
Turn up the current
adjustment knob
and try again.
PROBLEM
CORRECTED
Take note of the
setting required for
this metal thickness.
AIR PRESSURE
CORRECT
Disconnect the Torch Cables.
Disassemble the torch assembly
and inspect all internal components,
as explained on page 11.
TORCH IN GOOD
CONDITION
Cut at a slower pace, the arc
may not have enough time to
cut through the workpiece.
If the steps above do not solve the problem or if the repairs involved are too complex,
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IMPORTANT!
Material being cut is too thick.
Maximum thickness for steel is 1/2".
contact a qualified technician.
For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353.
MATERIAL
TOO THICK
Cut the object along one side
and then cut along the other.
If this is not practical, use
a more powerful Cutter.
PROBLEM PERSISTS AT
MAXIMUM SETTING
Air pressure too low.
Check the Air Pressure setting
on the regulator's gauge.
AIR PRESSURE
TOO LOW
a. Verify that the compressor
is delivering at least
3.5 CFM @ 80 PSI.
b. Set Regulator on the
unit to at least 60 PSI.
DAMAGED
COMPONENTS FOUND
Replace any damaged or
missing components and
reassemble carefully, following
the directions on pages 6-11.
SKU 95136