Hobart Welding Products 250ci, HP-25 TORCH manual

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Main AirForce 250ci And HP-25 Torch From Hobart to You TABLE OF CONTENTS Page SECTION 1 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING 1-1. Symbol Usage ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. 1-2. Plasma Arc Cutting Hazards CUTTING can cause fire or explosion. EXPLODING PARTS can injure. FLYING SPARKS can cause injury. ARC RAYS can burn eyes and skin. NOISE can damage hearing. FUMES AND GASES can be hazardous. 1-3. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance HOT PARTS can cause severe burns. MOVING PARTS can cause injury. READ INSTRUCTIONS. FLYING METAL can injure eyes. 1-5. Principal Safety Standards 1-6. EMF Information SECTION 2 CONSIGNES DE SCURIT LIRE AVANT UTILISATION 2-1. Signification des symboles t e 2-2. Dangers lis au coupage larc au plasma Risque de blessure en cas DEXPLOSION DES PICES. r - - LES TINCELLES VOLANTES ris 2-3. Dangers supplmentaires en relation avec linstallation, le fonctionnement et la maintenance LE COUPAGE LARC peut causer des interfrence. 2-4. Principales normes de scurit 2-5. Information sur les champs lectromagntiques Page SECTION 4 INSTALLATION 4-1. Specifications For Power Source 4-3. Duty Cycle And Overheating 4-2. Specifications For Torch 4-4. Torch Dimensions And Weight 4-5. Selecting A Location 4-6. Connecting Work Clamp 4-7. Electrical Service Guide For 120 VAC Input Voltage Input Power 4-8. Extension Cord Data Phase Hertz Conductor Size Max. Cord Length NOTE Page SECTION 5 OPERATION 5-1. Controls 5-2. Recommended Cutting Speed For Material Thickness Material Material Thickness Recommended Cut Speed inches mm ipm mm/min 5-3. Plasma Cutting System Practices 5-4. Sequence Of Cutting Operation 5-5. Sequence Of Cutting Using Stand-off Guide Stand-off Guide Installation 5-6. Sequence Of Piercing Operation SECTION 6 MAINTENANCE & TROUBLESHOOTING 6-1. Routine Maintenance 6-2. Trouble Lights And Checking Shield Cup Shutdown System 6-3. Checking/Replacing Retaining Cup, Tip, And Electrode 6-4. Compressor Filter Cleaning And Replacement 6-5. Torch And Work Cable Connections 6-6. Troubleshooting Power Source 6-7. Troubleshooting Torch Page SECTION 8 PARTS LIST 8-1. Recommended Spare Parts CAUTION HP25CONSUMABLEKITS A complete Parts List is available on-line at www.HobartWelders.com Page Page Warranty Questions? Call 1-800-332-3281 7 AM 6 PM EST Effective January 1, 2007 * Original Main Power Rectifiers * Transformers * Stabilizers * Reactors Please complete and retain with your personal records. Resources Available Always provide Model Name and Serial/Style Number. Owners Record Protect Your Investment! Register your product at: HobartWelders.com