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OM-230 455E 2010-04 Processes Air Plasma Cutting Description Air Plasma Cutter AirForce 250ci ™ And HP-25 Torch File: Plasma Cutters...
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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_2010−04fre 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...
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 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...
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com SECTION 4 − INSTALLATION 4-1. Specifications For Power Source Individual Mild Steel Branch Primary Rated Max** Primary Primary Duty Service Secondary Secondary Cutting Power (Recommended) Capacity Volts Amperes Cycle Volts (DC) Amperes Factor (DC) 1/8 in.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 4-4. Torch Dimensions And Weight 8-3/8 in. (213 mm) 1 in. 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 back. Use rating label to determine input power requirements and/or rated output. For future reference, write serial number in space provided on back cover of this manual.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 4-7. Connecting Work Clamp Do not connect work clamp to the portion of the workpiece that will fall when cut. Work Clamp Workpiece Connect work clamp to a clean, paint-free location on workpiece, as close to cutting area as possible.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 4-10. Connecting Input Power Check input voltage available at site. Grounded Receptacle A 120 volt, 20 ampere individual branch circuit protected time-delay fuses or circuit breaker 120 V 20 A is required (see Section 4-8). Receptacle Plug From Unit Connect plug to receptacle.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 4-12. Cable Management Strap Cable Management Strap Coil cables together and secure to unit using the cable management strap. 804 885-A 4-13. Electrode Wrench Cable Management Strap Electrode Wrench The electrode wrench is fastened to the cable management strap.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com SECTION 5 − OPERATION 5-1. Controls 230 442-B Power Switch Cup Light Temp Light The cooling fan will run for a few seconds after Light comes on if cup is removed from torch. Light comes on if unit overheats.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 5-3. Trigger Safety Lock Trigger Trigger Locked Slide Button Back When Button Is In To Unlock Trigger Forward Position (Either Left Or (Left And Right Side) Right Side) Ref. 804 848-A 5-4. Plasma Cutting System Practices The pilot arc starts immediately when trigger is pressed.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 5-5. Sequence Of Cutting Operation The pilot arc starts immediately when trigger is pressed. EXAMPLE Of Cutting Operation Place tip near work. Slide trigger lock back. After cutting arc Press trigger. Pilot arc starts. Keep tip 1/16 in.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 5-6. Sequence Of Cutting Using Stand-off Guide The pilot arc starts immediately when trigger is pressed. EXAMPLE Of Cutting Using Stand-off Guide Stand-off Guide Installation Split section to bottom 1/16 in. (1.6 mm) Slide trigger lock back.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 5-7. Sequence Of Piercing Operation The pilot arc starts immediately when trigger is pressed. Connect work clamp to a clean, paint-free location on workpiece, as close to cutting area as possible. Hold torch at an angle to the workpiece.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com SECTION 6 − MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING 6-1. Routine Maintenance Maintain more often Disconnect power 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,...
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 6-2. Trouble Lights And Checking Shield Cup Shutdown System Power Light Light is steady if input power is okay. Light flashes if input power is less than 92 volts AC or greater than 136 volts AC.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 6-3. 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 significantly reduced.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 6-4. Compressor Filter Cleaning And Replacement Turn Off power source, and disconnect input power. Power Source Compressor Filter Remove wrapper from unit. Unscrew filter from compressor. Clean debris from filter surface or replace filter, if necessary.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 6-5. Torch And Work Cable Connections Turn Off power source, and disconnect input power. If torch or work cable needs to be removed or replaced, proceed as follows: Power Source Remove wrapper from unit. Torch Connections Remove existing torch cable from unit.
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 6-6. Troubleshooting Power Source The compressor current lim- it was exceeded either Is input power Connect unit to proper input above or below its operating connected to voltage. (see Section 4-10). Are Power and range (see Section 6-2).
A complete Parts List is available at www.HobartWelders.com 6-7. Troubleshooting Torch Torch travel speed too slow; increase travel speed (see Sections 5-4, 5-5, and 5-7). Does arc go Clean replace torch Go to Section 6-6. consumables as necessary while cutting? (see Section 6-3).
SECTION 8 − PARTS LIST 8-1. Recommended Spare Parts Item Dia. Part Mkgs. Description Quantity Recommended Spare Parts ....232 647 TORCH, HP-25 16.4ft (5 m) hand held (replacement) .
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Effective January 1, 2010 5/3/1 WARRANTY applies to all Hobart welding equipment, plasma cutters and spot welders with a Warranty Questions? serial number preface of MA or newer. Call This limited warranty supersedes all previous Hobart warranties and is exclusive with 1-800-332-3281 no other guarantees or warranties expressed or implied.
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