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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)
You may wish to take note
of the setting required for
this metal thickness.
CUT GOES ONLY PARTIALLY THROUGH THE WORKPIECE
The Air pressure may be too low.
Check the Air Pressure setting on the
regulator’s gauge.
Turn up the current adjustment knob and
try again.
Material being cut is too thick. Maximum
thickness for steel is 3/8”.
You may wish to cut the
object along one side and
then cut along the other.
If this is not practical, use
a more powerful Cutter.
WITHIN THICKNESS
RANGE
MATERIAL
TOO THICK
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.
AIR
PRESSURE
AIR
PRESSURE
PROBLEM
CORRECTED
PROBLEM PERSISTS AT
MAXIMUM SETTING
Disconnect the Torch Cables.
Disassemble the torch assembly and
inspect all internal components, as ex-
plained on page 13.
Replace any damaged or missing compo-
nents and reassemble carefully, following
the directions on page 13.
TORCH IN GOOD
CONDITION
DAMAGED
COMPONENTS FOUND
Try cutting at a slower pace, the arc may
not have enough time to cut through the
workpiece.
REV 07/05