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This manual provides installation and operation instructions for the following ESP-50 cutting packages starting with Serial No. :
Consoles:
P/N 0558004371 - 208/230 V, 50/60 Hz, 1 or 3-phase
P/N 0558004372 - (380-400)/460 V, 50/60 Hz, 3-phase, CE
0558004720
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- Page 1 ESP-50 Plasma Arc Cutting Package Instruction Manual (GB) This manual provides installation and operation instructions for the following ESP-50 cutting packages starting with Serial No. : Consoles: P/N 0558004371 - 208/230 V, 50/60 Hz, 1 or 3-phase P/N 0558004372 - (380-400)/460 V, 50/60 Hz, 3-phase, CE...
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Page 2: User Responsibility
BE SurE THIS INforMaTIoN rEaCHES THE oPEraTor. You CaN GET ExTra CoPIES THrouGH Your SuPPlIEr. CauTIoN These INSTruCTIoNS are for experienced operators. If you are not fully familiar with the principles of operation and safe practices for arc welding and cutting equipment, we urge you to read our booklet, “Precautions and Safe Practices for arc Welding, Cutting, and Gouging,”... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Equipment Required ............................85 Location .................................85 Inspection ................................85 Primary Electrical Input Connections ......................85 Secondary Electrical Output Connections ....................86 Connecting ESP-50 for 200(208)Vac Input ....................89 Connecting ESP-50 for 400(460)Vac Input ....................90 SECTIoN 3 oPEraTIoN .................................91 ESP-50 Controls ..............................91 Common Cutting Problems ..........................93... - Page 4 TaBlE of CoNTENTS...
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Page 5: Safety Precautions
SafETY PrECauTIoNS Safety Precautions Users of ESAB welding and plasma cutting equipment have the ultimate responsibility for ensuring that anyone who works on or near the equipment observes all the relevant safety precautions. Safety precautions must meet the requirements that apply to this type of welding or plasma cutting equipment. The following recommendations should be observed in addition to the standard regulations that apply to the workplace. - Page 6 SECTIoN 1 SafETY PrECauTIoNS WElDING aND PlaSMa CuTTING CaN BE INJurIouS To YourSElf aND WarNING oTHErS. TaKE PrECauTIoNS WHEN WElDING or CuTTING. aSK for Your EMPloYEr’S SafETY PraCTICES WHICH SHoulD BE BaSED oN MaNufaCTurErS’ HaZarD DaTa. ElECTrIC SHoCK - Can kill. - Install and earth (ground) the welding or plasma cutting unit in accordance with applicable standards.
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Page 7: Description
(60 - 100 psi / 4.1 - 6.9 bars) and a PT-35 torch. The ESP-50 package console. use of torches not de-... -
Page 8: Ordering Information
ESP-50, 400CE/460 V, 25 ft. (7.6m), PT-35, without rack ..................................0558004374 ESP-50, 400CE/460 V, 50 ft. (15.2m), PT- 35, without rack ................................0558004375 The components that are included in the ESP-50 packages may be purchased separately by using the appropriate P/N when placing orders. Individual part numbers are listed below: Consoles: ESP-50 208/230 V, 50/60 Hz, 1/3-ph ..........................................0558004371... - Page 9 SECTIoN 2 DESCrIPTIoN Cutting Parameters for the PT-35 Torch 50 aMP Data, Nozzle P/N 0558004356, Heat Shield P/N 0558004357, Electrode P/N 0558005200 .500 .375 .250 .188 .125 .105 (12/13 ga.) .060 (16 ga.) .043 (19 ga.) .025 (24 ga.) 50 aMP Data, Nozzle P/N 0558004356, Heat Shield P/N 0558004357, Electrode P/N 0558005200 .071 (15 ga.) .062...
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Page 10: Torch Specifications
SECTIoN 2 DESCrIPTIoN Cutting Parameters for the PT-35 Torch 50 aMP Data, Nozzle P/N 0558004356, Heat Shield P/N 0558004357, Electrode P/N 0558005200 .500 .375 .313 .250 .188 .125 .095 (10/11 ga.) .049 (16 ga.) .043 (17 ga.) .031 (20 ga.) NR = Not Recommended * = If using a fixed height torch or plate rider, set cutting height equal to pierce height;... -
Page 11: Optional Accessories
(NoTE: Part numbers in parenthesis apply to "CE"/European units only.) CNC Cable 50' ........................0558004366 adaptor Cable - adaptor to directly connect HT or TD control cable to ESP-50 ..0558004363 Torch Holder assembly ..................16V83 (0558004250) Plate rider - height control for PT-35 ................0560936972 Standoff Tool - Designed for use with Plate Rider for setting nozzle standoff height. -
Page 12: Spare Parts Kits
SECTIoN 2 DESCrIPTIoN SParE ParTS KITS: 50 a Spare Parts Kit ......................0558005210 PT-35, 50 a, Spare Parts Kit, P/N 0558005210 Contents: Description Quantity Shield, retaining 0558004357 50 amp "a" Nozzle 0558004356 Electrode 0558005200 fuse 2amp, 600vdc 0558003075 Insulator 0558004387 Consumable Value Pack ....................0558005203 Consumable Value Pack, P/N 0558005203 Contents: Description... -
Page 13: Installation
208/230 V to a 460 V input power NOTE: If using 200(208) V input power, the ESP-50 must be reconnected for 200 V supply. Damage to the machine use as directed in Section 3.7 and Figure 3-4. -
Page 14: Secondary Electrical Output Connections
SECTIoN 3 INSTallaTIoN SECoNDarY ElECTrICal ouTPuT CoNNECTIoNS (fIGurE 3-2) For operator safety, the torch connections are located on the output terminal board behind the lower portion of the front panel. Remove access door to output terminal board from right panel of power source. Thread the power cable &... - Page 15 The 208/230 V models are equipped with a plug for single- phase connection only. The plug is mounted to a 4-conductor cable. If 3-phase connection is desired, remove and discard the plug and refer to Sect. 3.5. figure 3-2. ESP-50 Interconnection Diagram...
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Page 16: Section 3 Installation
SECTIoN 3 INSTallaTIoN faCTorY WIrED MaCHINES BluE oraNGE BlaCK GrEEN WHITE DETaIl "a" figure 3.3 - MECHaNICal CuTTING INTErfaCE DIaGraM CNC Interface Connection (located inside console, left side of base.) -
Page 17: Connecting Esp-50 For 200(208)Vac Input
WarNING The ESP-50 power source with 200/230 vac, single-phase input capability is factory set for 230 vac input. If using 200(208) vac input, the ESP-50 must be reconnected ElECTrIC SHoCK CaN KIll! Pre- as follows before connecting to your input power:... -
Page 18: Connecting Esp-50 For 400(460)Vac Input
WarNING The ESP-50 power source with (380-400)/460 vac, 3-phase input capability is fac- tory set for 460 vac input. If using 400 vac input, the ESP-50 must be reconnected as follows before connecting to your input power: ElECTrIC SHoCK CaN KIll! Pre- cautionary measures should be Remove cover from the ESP-50 power source. -
Page 19: Operation
Remove start signal to reset. CauTIoN Parts in Place fault: The fault light will be on continuously at power-up. This Position the ESP-50 at least 10 indicates missing or worn consumables. Turn power off and inspect torch. feet (3 meters) from the cutting area. - Page 20 SWITCH PILOT ARC SELECT SWITCH POWER ON-OFF (I-O) SWITCH FUSE (3A) PRESSURE GAUGE figure 4-1. ESP-50 Controls WORN CauTIoN rEPlaCE ElECTroDE BEforE lENGTH BECoMES SHorTEr THaN .060" INCH Replace when eroded beyond (1.5 MM) .060"(1.5mm) Depth. figure 4-2. Electrode Wear limit NOTE: When replacing the nozzle, always inspect the electrode for wear.
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Page 21: Common Cutting Problems
Listed below are common cutting problems followed by the probable cause of each. If problems are determined to be caused by the ESP-50, refer to the maintenance section of this manual. If the problem is not corrected after referring to the mainte- nance section, contact your ESAB distributor. - Page 22 SECTIoN 4 oPEraTIoN...
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