Chicago Electric 91814 Welder User Manual


 
If the steps above do not solve the problem or if the repairs involved are too
complex, contact a qualified technician.
IMPORTANT!
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.
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TROUBLESHOOTING (CONTINUED)
Check that the grounding
point and the metal being
cut are both clean, dry,
and free from all coatings
and paint. These sections
need to be able to conduct
electricity efficiently.
The Air pressure may be too high or too
low. Check the Air Pressure setting on
the regulator’s gauge.
Adjust the Air Regulator
to deliver only 60-65 PSI
to the Cutter.
ARC IGNITES FOR SEVERAL SECONDS BUT THEN GOES OUT
AIR
PRESSURE
AIR
PRESSURE
a. Verify that the compres-
sor is delivering at least
3.5 CFM @ 65 PSI to the
tool.
b. The Regulator on the
unit must be set to at
least 60 PSI.
Use a wire wheel brush or sander (not
included) to thoroughly clean both the
grounding point and the area that will be
cut. If any cleaners are used, allow them
to dry thoroughly before continuing.
DIRTY OR COATED
METAL
Make sure that all air and electrical con-
nections are tight.
METAL IS CLEAN IN
BOTH AREAS
Shut off switch, if not off
already, and tighten con-
nections.
If connections do not
tighten properly, contact
a qualified technician.
LOOSE
CONNECTIONS
Torch isn’t maintaining contact with the workpiece.
a. Make certain that you don’t lose workpiece contact
after an arc is struck.
b. Make sure that the Torch can function correctly.
Disconnect the Torch Cables.
Disassemble the torch assembly and inspect all inter-
nal components.
Replace any damaged or missing components and
reassemble carefully, following the steps on page
13.
DO NOT OVERTIGHTEN - see page 13, step 5.
c. Nozzle is moving too slowly across the metal and cut-
ting the material from underneath, breaking contact.
AIR
PRESSURE
TIGHT
CONNECTIONS
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