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7-7. Troubleshooting Torch

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Trouble

 

Remedy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Arc goes on and off while cutting.

Torch travel speed too slow; increase travel speed (see Section 5-5). Clean or replace torch consumables

 

 

 

as necessary (see Section 7-4). Be sure work clamp is securely attached to workpiece.

 

 

 

 

 

Arc goes out while cutting.

Be sure work clamp is securely attached to workpiece. Make sure tip is on or near [1/16 in (1.6 mm) to

 

 

 

1/8 in (3.2 mm)] workpiece (see Section 5-5). Clean or replace torch consumables as necessary (see

 

 

 

Section 7-4).

 

 

 

 

 

Sparks come out top of cut or cut is not

Torch travel speed too fast; reduce travel speed (see Section 5-5). Clean or replace torch consumables

clean.

as necessary (see Section 7-4). Be sure work clamp is securely attached to workpiece. Unit not capable

 

 

 

of cutting metals thicker than rating (see Section 4-3).

 

 

 

 

 

Trouble lights are on; unit has no cutting

Check torch consumables. Check for gas/air flow at torch. Check air supply connection and pressure to

output.

unit and torch. Reset unit Power switch. Have Factory Authorized Service Agent check torch and

 

 

 

connections inside unit.

 

 

 

 

 

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Contents File Plasma Cutters OM-201 872DProcesses DescriptionFrom Miller to You Table of Contents − Maintenance & Troubleshooting Cutting can cause fire or explosion Symbol UsageMarks a special safety message Plasma Arc Cutting HazardsNoise can damage hearing Exploding Parts can injureFlying Sparks can cause injury ARC Rays can burn eyes and skinCalifornia Proposition 65 Warnings About Pacemakers Principal Safety StandardsEMF Information Identifie un message de sécurité particulier Signification des symbolesLE Coupage présente un risque de feu ou d’explosion UNE Décharge Électrique peut entraîner la mortLE Plasma D’ARC peut entraîner des blessures Risque de blessure en casLE Bruit peut endommager l’ouïe LES Fumées ET LES GAZ peuvent être dangereuxRisque D’INCENDIE OU DES Pieces Chaudes peuvent pro- voquer des brûlures gravesDES Organes Mobiles peuvent provoquer des blessures LA Chute DE L’APPAREIL peut blesserConsignes relatives aux stimulateurs cardiaques Principales normes de sécuritéInformation sur les champs électromagnétiques LE Coupage à L’ARC peut causer des interférenceI1eff Symbols And Definitions− Definitions I1maxSpecifications − InstallationCutting Speed Duty Cycle and OverheatingSelecting a Location Dimensions And WeightMovement Do not move or operate unit where it could tip Connecting And Disconnecting Torch Connecting Work Clamp and Gas/Air SupplyMin Grounding Conductor Size In AWG Electrical Service GuideHz Three Phase Input Voltage Hz Three PhaseExtension Cord Data = GND/PE Earth Ground Connecting 3-Phase Input PowerClose panel opening if no connections are made to generator Three-Phase Power ConnectionReinstall power panel Controls Power Switch OM-201 872− Operation 90-120 psi Setting Gas/Air PressureTrigger Safety Lock Setting Gas/Air PressureWorkpiece surface for proper cutting results Pilot arc starts immediately when trigger is pressedPlasma Cutting System Practices Maintain approximately a 90 angle toSparks go thru metal Sequence Of Cutting OperationHold torch at approximately Angle to workpiece Set Mode switch to GougeSequence Of Gouging Operation Consumables Storage Compartment Sequence Of Piercing OperationICE-100TM Mounting Position Remote Control ReceptacleRemote Control Cable Functions − Mechanized OperationWhite Remote RedStart Black +24 VDC Green Relay Turn off and disconnect input powerRemote Control Cable Okay To Move +24 Volts DC Hot Contacts For Relay OperationRemote Start Output Turn off Input powerWhite Red Green Black Remote Control Cable Tools Needed 15/16 Remote Voltage Sense ConnectionShield Sense Tab Stainless Cut ChartsAmp Machine Torch Shielded Consumables Mild Steel12.7 524 991 486 140089 105 388600 15,926 502 12,751706 35315,037 335 16,256 221835 464Arc Voltage Amp Machine Torch Extended ConsumablesDeflector Retaining Cap Tip Electrode Swirl Ring 12.7 032 160 064 10612.7 397 863 140 556 120114 896 610 15,494 385057 214 435 135Routine Maintenance − Maintenance & TroubleshootingChecking Shield Cup Shutdown System Trouble LightsChecking/Replacing Retaining Cup, Tip, And Electrode Turn Off power source before checking torch partsChecking Or Replacing Filter Element Trouble Remedy Troubleshooting Power SourceArc goes out while cutting Troubleshooting TorchClean Arc goes on and off while cuttingCircuit Diagram For Power Source − Electrical Diagram201 858-A 215 606 Clip, retaining − Parts ListRecommended Spare Parts Recommended Spare PartsRing Drag Shield40A 60ADeflector Retaining Cap Tip Shield Sense Tab* Retaining Cap Tip Electrode80A Ring 804 036-A Page Support ServiceYour distributor also gives Your distributor and/or equipment manufacturer’s To locate a Distributor or Service Agency visitMiller Electric Mfg. Co For assistance in filing or settling claims, contact

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