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OM-2248 213 990F 2010−04 Processes Air Plasma Cutting and Gouging Description Air Plasma Cutter Spectrum 125C And ICE-12C Torch Visit our website at File: Plasma Cutters www.MillerWelds.com...
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We know you don’t have time to do it any other way. That’s why when Niels Miller first started building arc welders in 1929, he made sure his products offered long-lasting value and superior quality.
SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING pom_2010−03 Protect yourself and others from injury — read and follow these precautions. 1-1. Symbol Usage DANGER! − Indicates a hazardous situation which, if Indicates special instructions. not avoided, will result in death or serious injury. The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols or explained in the text.
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FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. SIGNIFICANT DC VOLTAGE exists in Cutting produces fumes and gases. Breathing inverter power sources AFTER the re- these fumes and gases can be hazardous to your health. moval of input power. Keep your head out of the fumes.
1-3. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance HOT PARTS can burn. FALLING EQUIPMENT can injure. D Do not touch hot parts bare handed. D Use lifting eye to lift unit only, NOT running gear, gas cylinders, or any other accessories. D Allow cooling period before working on equipment.
1-4. California Proposition 65 Warnings For Gasoline Engines: Welding or cutting equipment produces fumes or gases which contain chemicals known to the State of California to Engine exhaust contains chemicals known to the State of cause birth defects and, in some cases, cancer. (California California to cause cancer, birth defects, or other reproduc- Health &...
SECTION 2 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT UTILISATION pom_2010−03fre Se protéger et protéger les autres contre le risque de blessure — lire et respecter ces consignes. 2-1. Signification des symboles DANGER! − Indique une situation dangereuse qui si on Indique des instructions spécifiques.
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D Assurez−vous que le fil de terre du cordon d’alimentation est cor- D Ayez recours à des protège−tympans ou à un serre−tête ignifuges rectement relié à la borne de terre dans la boîte de coupure ou que afin d’éviter que les étincelles n’entrent dans vos oreilles. la fiche du cordon est branchée à...
D Ne coupez pas dans un endroit près d’opérations de décapage, de LES BOUTEILLES peuvent exploser nettoyage ou de vaporisation. La chaleur et les rayons d’arc peu- si elles sont endommagées. vent réagir avec les vapeurs et former des gaz hautement toxiques et irritants.
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Les CHAMPS ÉLECTROMAGNÉTIQUES (CEM) CHARGES ÉLECTROSTATI- peuvent affecter les implants médicaux. QUES peuvent endommager les cir- cuits imprimés. D Les porteurs de stimulateurs cardiaques et autres implants médicaux doivent rester D Etablir la connexion avec la barrette de terre à distance. avant de manipuler des cartes ou des pièces.
2-4. Proposition californienne 65 Avertissements cancérogène ainsi que provoquant des malformations Les équipements de soudage et de coupage produisent des congénitales ou autres problèmes de procréation. Se laver les fumées et des gaz qui contiennent des produits chimiques mains après toute manipulation. dont l’État de Californie reconnaît qu’ils provoquent des mal- Pour les moteurs à...
SECTION 3 − DEFINITIONS 3-1. Symbols And Definitions For Nameplate And Serial Number/Rating Label Plasma Arc Cutting Adjust Air/Gas Low Air Pressure Amperes (PAC) Pressure Light No − Do Not Do Volts Increase Temperature This Protective Earth Single Phase Constant Current Voltage Input (Ground) Percent...
4-4. Torch Dimensions And Weight 8-3/8 in. (213 mm) 1 in. (25 mm) 1-3/8 in. (35 mm) 3.0 lb (1.4 kg) Ref. 801 397-A 4-5. Serial Number And Rating Label Location The serial number and rating information for this product is located on the back. Use rating label to determine input power requirements and/or rated output.
4-7. Connecting Work Clamp Work Clamp Workpiece Connect work clamp to a clean, paint-free location on workpiece, as close to cutting area as possible. 802 463-A 4-8. Connecting Input Power Check input voltage available at site. Grounded 120 VAC Receptacle (Non-CE Models) A 120 volt, 20 ampere individual branch circuit...
SECTION 5 − OPERATION 5-1. Controls POWER TEMP INPUT VOLTAGE Power Switch Trouble Light If unit overheats input power is not within specification [93 to 137 VAC (non- Power Light Trouble light comes on for the following CE models), 186 to 274 VAC (CE conditions: models)].
5-3. Trigger Safety Lock Trigger Trigger Locked Trigger Unlocked 801 545-A Notes Work like a Pro! Pros weld and cut safely. Read the safety rules at the beginning of this manual. OM-2248 Page 15...
5-4. Sequence Of Operation EXAMPLE Of Cutting Operation Moisture from the compressor will form in the air line and at the torch. It will be normal to sometimes see moisture come out the end of the torch. The pilot arc starts immediately when trigger is pressed. For shielded cutting, place drag shield on edge Raise trigger lock and press After cutting arc starts, slowly...
SECTION 6 − MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING 6-1. Routine Maintenance Disconnect power Maintain more often before maintaining. during severe conditions. n = Check Z = Change ~ = Clean l = Replace Reference * To be done by Factory Authorized Service Agent Each n Torch Tip, Electrode, And Shield Cup...
6-2. Overload Protection: Trouble Light And Checking Shield Cup Shutdown System If certain problems occur, the trouble light comes on, and output stops. Trouble Light Lights if shield cup is loose. Turn power Off, and check shield cup connection (see Item 2 below). Power must be reset whenever the cup shutdown is TEMP...
6-3. Torch And Work Cable Connections If torch or work cable needs to be removed or replaced, proceed as follows: Turn power Off, and disconnect input power plug from receptacle. Remove wrapper from unit. Torch Connections Remove existing torch cable from unit.
6-4. Checking/Replacing Retaining Cup, Tip, And Electrode Overtightening will strip threads. Do not overtighten retaining cup during assembly. Do not cross-thread parts causing stripping. Use care during torch assembly and parts replacement. Inspect shield cup, tip, and electrode for wear before cutting or whenever cutting speed has been signifi- cantly reduced.
6-5. Troubleshooting Power Source Press torch trigger and listen compressor Is input power operation. Check Connect unit to proper input Is compressor connected to Postflow air at torch. Check voltage. (see Section 4-8). correct line operating? Control board PC1, voltage? compressor filter, compressor connections to...
6-6. Troubleshooting Torch Torch travel speed too slow; increase travel speed (see Section 5-2). Clean Does arc go replace torch consumables Go to Section 6-5. as necessary (see Section while cutting? 6-4). Be sure work clamp is securely attached workpiece. Be sure work clamp is securely attached to work- piece.
Item Part Description 183 427 Handle Assy, left and right w/screws (1) 171 248 Pushbutton Switch (1) 196 931 Leads, 20ft (1) 196 930 Label, ICE-12C (1) 196 932 Main Body (1) 185 833 Switch Assy w/Spring (1) 190 220 Spring, trigger assy (1) 169 231 Grease, silicone (1)
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Effective January 1, 2010 (Equipment with a serial number preface of MA or newer) This limited warranty supersedes all previous Miller warranties and is exclusive with no other Warranty Questions? guarantees or warranties expressed or implied. LIMITED WARRANTY − Subject to the terms and conditions 90 Days —...