Summary of Contents for Lincoln Electric MAGNUM PCT125
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RETURN TO MAIN MENU IM543 Magnum PCT125/PCT125M ™ July, 2004 Safety Depends on You Lincoln arc welding and cutting equipment is designed and built with safety in mind. However, your overall safety can be increased by proper installation ... and thoughtful operation on your part.
WARNING PROTECT YOURSELF AND OTHERS FROM POSSIBLE SERIOUS INJURY OR DEATH. KEEP CHILDREN AWAY. PACEMAKER WEARERS SHOULD CONSULT WITH THEIR DOCTOR BEFORE OPERATING. Read and understand the following safety highlights. For additional safety information it is strongly recommended that you pur- chase a copy of “Safety in Welding &...
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4.g. Sparks and spatter are thrown from the plasma arc. Wear safe- ty glasses, ear protection and oil free protective garments such as leather gloves, heavy shirt, cuffless trousers, high shoes and a cap over your hair. Wear ear plugs when cutting or goug- ing out of position or in confined places.
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PRÉCAUTIONS DE SÛRETÉ Pour votre propre protection lire et observer toutes les instructions et les précautions de sûreté specifiques qui parraissent dans ce manuel aussi bien que les précautions de sûreté générales suiv- antes: Sûreté Pour Soudage A L’Arc 1. Protegez-vous contre la secousse électrique: a.
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The code number is especially important when identifying the correct replacement parts. - Register your machine with Lincoln Electric either via fax or over the Internet. • For faxing: Complete the form on the back of the warranty statement included in the literature packet accompanying this machine and fax the form per the instructions printed on it.
TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SPECIFICATION SUMMARY...A-1 GENERAL DESCRIPTION...A-2 INSTALLATION...A-2 OPERATION...B-1 MAINTENANCE ...C-1 TORCH HEAD AND CABLE REPLACEMENT...C-2 TROUBLESHOOTING ...D-1 PARTS PAGES ...P210-C,-G PLASMA TORCH...
SPECIFICATIONS SUMMARY K880-1 PCT125 Hand-held Plasma Torch with 25 ft. (7.6m) cable K880-2 PCT125 Hand-held Plasma Torch with 50 ft. (15.2m) cable K880-3 PCT125M Plasma Machine Torch with 50 ft (15.2m) cable and 24 and 32 pitch gear racks K880-4 PCT125M Robotic Plasma Torch with 50 ft (15.2m) cable K880-5 PCT125 Hand-held Plasma Torch with 25 ft.
GENERAL DESCRIPTION The Magnum PCT125/PCT125M plasma torches have been designed for use on a Pro-Cut 125. All of the torches are single gas, air-cooled. The torches are supplied factory mounted to the Pro-Cut or can be bought as individual units.
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3. Unscrew the wing nut and remove the pilot lead of the torch cable from the pilot stud. 4. Loosen the strain relief cap using channel locks if necessary. Then loosen and unscrew the strain relief from the conduit lock nut. 5.
OPERATION Refer to your Pro-Cut operator’s manual for complete operating information. WARNING When plasma cutting, it is necessary to wear proper eye, head and body protection. A. Connect the work lead to the material to be cut. B. Assemble an electrode, swirl ring, nozzle and shield cup on the torch.
MAINTENANCE WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK CAN KILL • Only qualified personnel should per- form this installation. • Turn the input power OFF at the dis- connect switch or fuse box before working on this equipment. • Do not touch electrically hot parts. •...
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REPLACEMENT INSTRUCTIONS FOR PCT125M CABLE AND TORCH HEAD ASSEMBLY WARNING ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. • Turn the input power off to the Pro- Cut using the disconnect switch at the fuse box before attempting to replace either the torch head or the cable assembly.
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9. Untape and remove the insulation. 10. Separate the torch head from the cable using two 5/8" open end wrenches. 11. Replace the torch head or cable assembly as fol- lows: a. To replace the torch head, remove the fitting from the old torch head by using a 5/8"...
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15. Slide the insulating tube over the cable and torch head connections to the back of the torch head and align the holes in the insulating tube with the holes in the torch head. 16. Slide the barrel over the insulating tube, aligning the holes in the barrel with the holes in the insulat- ing tube.
HOW TO USE TROUBLESHOOTING GUIDE Service and Repair should only be performed by Lincoln Electric Factory Trained Personnel. Unauthorized repairs performed on this equipment may result in danger to the technician and machine operator and will invalidate your factory warranty. For your safety and to avoid Electrical Shock, please observe all safety notes and precautions detailed throughout this manual.
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Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS (SYMPTOMS) The torch does not start when the trigger is pulled If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
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Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS (SYMPTOMS) The Safety LED is lit If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed. TROUBLESHOOTING POSSIBLE CAUSE FUNCTION PROBLEMS...
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Observe all Safety Guidelines detailed throughout this manual PROBLEMS (SYMPTOMS) Only a brief spurt of a Pilot Arc appears Electrode Stuck in Torch head If for any reason you do not understand the test procedures or are unable to perform the tests/repairs safely, contact your Local Lincoln Authorized Field Service Facility for technical troubleshooting assistance before you proceed.
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