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Chicago Electric 91814 Troubleshooting, Arc ignites for several seconds but then goes out

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Troubleshooting (Continued)

Important!

Be CERTAIN to shut off the Plasma Cutter, and disconnect it from power and air before adjusting, cleaning, or repairing the unit. A technician should discharge all capacitors before performing any internal procedures.

Arc ignites for several seconds but then goes out

The Air pressure may be too high or too low. Check the Air Pressure setting on the regulator’s gauge.

Air

Pressure

Adjust the Air Regulator to deliver only 60-65 PSI to the Cutter.

Air

Pressure

Check that the grounding point and the metal being cut are both clean, dry, and free from all coatings and paint. These sections need to be able to conduct electricity efficiently.

Air

pressure

a.Verify that the compres- sor is delivering at least 3.5 CFM @ 65 PSI to the tool.

b.The Regulator on the unit must be set to at least 60 PSI.

Dirty or coated

metal

Use a wire wheel brush or sander (not included) to thoroughly clean both the grounding point and the area that will be cut. If any cleaners are used, allow them to dry thoroughly before continuing.

Metal is clean in

both areas

Make sure that all air and electrical con- nections are tight.

Loose

Tight

Connections

Connections

Shut off switch, if not off already, and tighten con- nections.

If connections do not tighten properly, contact a qualified technician.

Torch isn’t maintaining contact with the workpiece.

a. Make certain that you don’t lose workpiece contact after an arc is struck.

b. Make sure that the Torch can function correctly. Disconnect the Torch Cables.

Disassemble the torch assembly and inspect all inter- nal components.

Replace any damaged or missing components and reassemble carefully, following the steps on page 13.

Do not overtighten - see page 13, step 5.

c.Nozzle is moving too slowly across the metal and cut- ting the material from underneath, breaking contact.

If the steps above do not solve the problem or if the repairs involved are too

 

complex, contact a qualified technician.

REV 07/05

SKU 91814

For technical questions, please call 1-800-444-3353

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91814 specifications

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