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OM-2219 188 036E April 1999 Processes Processes Air Plasma Cutting and Gouging Description Air Plasma Cutter Spectrum Lynx Visit our website at www.MillerWelds.com...
SECTION 1 – SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING pom _nd_5/97 1-1. Symbol Usage Means Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards with this procedure! The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols. Y Marks a special safety message. This group of symbols means Warning! Watch Out! possible ELECTRIC SHOCK, MOVING PARTS, and HOT PARTS hazards.
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Work in a confined space only if it is well ventilated, or while wearing FLYING SPARKS can cause injury. an air-supplied respirator. Fumes from cutting and oxygen deple- tion can alter air quality causing injury or death. Be sure the Sparks and hot metal blow out from the cutting arc.
1-3. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance HOT PARTS can cause severe burns. FIRE OR EXPLOSION hazard. D Do not touch hot parts bare handed. D Do not locate unit on, over, or near combustible surfaces. D Allow cooling period before working on torch. D Do not install unit near flammables.
1-4. Principal Safety Standards Safety in Welding and Cutting, ANSI Standard Z49.1, from American Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Cylinders, CGA Pamphlet P-1, Welding Society, 550 N.W. LeJeune Rd, Miami FL 33126 from Compressed Gas Association, 1235 Jefferson Davis Highway, Suite 501, Arlington, VA 22202.
SECTION 1 – CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ – LIRE AVANT UTILISATION pom_nd_fre_5/97 1-1. Signification des symboles Signifie Mise en garde ! Soyez vigilant ! Cette procédure présente des risques de danger ! Ceux-ci sont identifiés par des symboles adjacents aux directives. Y Identifie un message de sécurité...
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D N’approchez pas le tube du chalumeau et l’arc pilote lorsque la gâchette est D Ne mettez pas votre tête au–dessus des vapeurs. Ne respirez pas ces va- enfoncée. peurs. D Le câble de masse doit être pincé correctement sur la pièce à couper, métal D Si vous êtes à...
1-3. Dangers supplémentaires en relation avec l’installation, le fonctionnement et la maintenance DES PIECES CHAUDES peuvent pro- Risque D’INCENDIE OU voquer des brûlures graves. D’EXPLOSION. D Ne pas toucher des parties chaudes à mains nues. D Ne pas placer l’appareil sur, au-dessus ou à proximité D Laisser refroidir avant d’intervenir sur la torche.
1-4. Principales normes de sécurité Safety in Welding and Cutting, norme ANSI Z49.1, de l’American Wel- Safe Handling of Compressed Gases in Cylinders, CGA Pamphlet P-1, ding Society, 550 N.W. Lejeune Rd, Miami FL 33126 de la Compressed Gas Association, 1235 Jefferson Davis Highway, Suite 501, Arlington, VA 22202.
The following curve represents the best cutting scenario achieved using speed capabilities of the power Extended Cutting consumables, no extension cord and a Miller Bobcat source and torch for mild steel of welding generator with a Kohler engine. Some reduction in performance will various thickness.
2-4. Selecting A Location Lifting Handles Use handles to lift unit. Hand Cart 24 in Use cart or similar device to move (610 mm) Dimensions And Weight unit. 47 lb (21.4 kg) Y Special installation may be required where gasoline or volatile liquids are present –...
Ref. 801 977-A 2-6. Connecting Input Power Spectrum Lynx Do not attempt to connect this unit to anything other than a Power Plug Miller engine-driven welding generator with the proper Engine-Driven Welding receptacle installed. Generator With Required Receptacle Installed AC Power Receptacle For...
SECTION 3 – OPERATION NOTE If the welding generator includes a fine adjust control, be sure to set the control to maximum for full output control capacity. When using the Lynx, auxiliary power output is not available from the 120 or 240 VAC receptacles on the welding generator.
3-2. Setting Gas/Air Pressure Rear of Unit Setting Gas/Air Pressure Ref. 801 977-A / Ref. ST-801 976 Place Output Control in Gas/Air Set Position Requires Power Switch On 90–150 PSI Supply Set To 70 PSI Select Desired Set Controls Turn On Gas/Air Supply Adjust Pressure Amperage To Be- On Unit...
3-3. Sequence Of Operation Do not clean torch by hitting it against a Inspect shield cup, tip, and electrode for hard surface. Hitting hard surfaces can wear before cutting or whenever cutting damage torch parts and stop proper opera- speed has been significantly reduced (see tion.
SECTION 4 – MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING 4-1. Routine Maintenance Y Disconnect power Maintain more often before maintaining. during severe conditions. Each Use Check Torch Check Gas/Air Tip, Electrode, Pressure And Shield Cup Every Week Check Shield Cup Shutdown System 3 Months Service Air Replace Filter/Regulator...
4-2. Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter (GFCI) Ground Fault Circuit Interrupter GFCI Press button to reset circuit breaker. If the GFCI opens, check Spring-Loaded Door (Shown power cord for damage. If the GFCI continues to open, contact Open) a Factory Authorized Service Agent. GFCI provides ground fault protec- tion for the input power connection.
4-3. Trouble Lights Pressure Light Lights if gas/air pressure is below 40 PSI (276 kPa). Difficulty establishing pilot arc may indicate consumables need to be cleaned or replaced. Turn power Off, and check for prop- er gas/air pressure (see Section 3-2).
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PC3, and rectifiers SR1 and SR2. No cutting output; Power light on; Ready Check generator power. If Lynx is powered by a Miller Bobcat with a conversion kit installed, have Factory light on; Trouble lights off; fan motor FM Authorized Service Agent check that kit was properly installed.
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Effective January 1, 2000 (Equipment with a serial number preface of “LA” or newer) This limited warranty supersedes all previous Miller warranties and is exclusive with no other Warranty Questions? guarantees or warranties expressed or implied. Call LIMITED WARRANTY – Subject to the terms and conditions APT, ZIPCUT &...
Distributor Address City State For Service Call 1-800-4-A-Miller or see our website at www.MillerWelds.com to locate a DISTRIBUTOR or SERVICE AGENCY near you. Always provide Model Name and Serial/Style Number. Contact your Distributor for: Welding Supplies and Consumables Options and Accessories...