Hobart Welding Products OM-230 455D manual Troubleshooting Torch

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6-7. Troubleshooting Torch

Does arc go on and off while cutting?

No


		Torch travel speed too slow;
		increase travel speed				(see
	Yes	Sections 5-3, 5-4, and 5-6).
		Sections 5-3, 5-4, and 5-6).
		Clean	or	replace		torch	Go to Section 6-6.
		Clean	or	replace		torch
		consumables		as	necessary
		consumables		as	necessary
		(see Section 6-3). Be sure
		work	clamp	is	securely
		attached to a clean (paint and
		rust free) workpiece. Reduce
		torch	tip	to	workpiece

stand-off distance.

Does arc go out while cutting?

No

		Be sure work clamp is
		securely attached to a clean
	Yes	(paint	and rust	free)
	Yes	workpiece. Make sure torch
		workpiece. Make sure torch
		tip is within 1/16 in (1.6 mm)
		of workpiece while cutting.
		Clean	or replace	torch
		consumables as necessary
		(see Section 6-3).

Go to Section 6-6.

Do sparks come out of top of cut; or cut is not clean?

No

		Torch travel speed too fast;
		reduce travel		speed	(see
		Section 5-3, 5-4, and 5-6).
	Yes	Clean	or replace		torch
	Yes	consumables as necessary
		consumables as necessary
		(see Section 6-3). Be sure
		work	clamp	is securely
		attached to workpiece. Unit
		not capable of cutting met-
		als thicker than rating (see
		Section 5-2).

Go to Section 6-6.

*Servicing procedure to be performed only by authorized Service Station.

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Contents Description OM-230 455DProcesses File Plasma CuttersFrom Hobart to You Protect Your InvestmentTable of Contents Page Plasma Arc Cutting Hazards Symbol UsageMarks a special safety message Cutting can cause fire or explosionARC Rays can burn eyes and skin Exploding Parts can injureFlying Sparks can cause injury Noise can damage hearingCalifornia Proposition 65 Warnings Principal Safety Standards EMF InformationAbout Pacemakers UNE Décharge Électrique peut entraîner la mort Signification des symbolesLE Coupage présente un risque de feu ou d’explosion Identifie un message de sécurité particulierLES Fumées ET LES GAZ peuvent être dangereux Risque de blessure en casLE Bruit peut endommager l’ouïe LE Plasma D’ARC peut entraîner des blessuresLA Chute DE L’APPAREIL peut blesser DES Pieces Chaudes peuvent pro- voquer des brûlures gravesDES Organes Mobiles peuvent provoquer des blessures Risque D’INCENDIE OULE Coupage Ã L’ARC peut causer des interférence Principales normes de sécuritéInformation sur les champs électromagnétiques Consignes relatives aux stimulateurs cardiaques− Definitions I1maxI1eff Specifications For Torch − InstallationSpecifications For Power Source Duty Cycle And OverheatingSelecting a Location Torch Dimensions And WeightDimensions And Weight Movement, Location And AirflowConnecting Work Clamp Electrical Service Guide For 120 VACExtension Cord Data Check input voltage available at site Grounded Receptacle Connecting Input PowerGenerator Or Inverter Requirements Plug From UnitCable Management Strap Electrode Wrench− Operation ControlsRecommended Cutting Speed For Material Thickness Plasma Cutting System Practices Maintain approximately a 90 angle toPilot arc starts immediately When trigger is pressedSequence Of Cutting Operation Example Of Cutting OperationSequence Of Cutting Using Stand-off Guide Example Of Cutting Using Stand-off GuideSplit section to bottom 16 in 1.6 mm Sequence Of Piercing Operation − Maintenance & Troubleshooting Routine MaintenanceTrouble Lights And Checking Shield Cup Shutdown System Checking Torch Shield Cup Shutdown SystemTurn Off power source before checking torch parts Checking/Replacing Retaining Cup, Tip, And ElectrodeElectrode Wrench Compressor Filter Cleaning And Replacement Disconnect input powerTorch And Work Cable Connections Torch ConnectionsWork Cable Connections Troubleshooting Power Source Only by authorized Service StationCheck Control board PC1 Troubleshooting Torch − Electrical Diagram Circuit Diagram− Parts List Recommended Spare PartsRecommended Spare Parts Material Thickness Gauge Page Service SupportAssistance Contact your Distributor for Hobart Welding Products