5-3. Sequence Of Operation
Do not clean torch by hitting it against a hard surface. Hitting hard surfaces can damage torch parts and stop proper opera- tion.
Inspect shield cup, tip, and electrode for wear before cutting or whenever cutting speed has been significantly reduced (see torch Owner’s Manual). Do not operate torch without a tip or electrode in place.
Install & | Put On Personal | Check Torch Tip, | Check Gas/Air | Set | Turn On |
Connect | Safety | Electrode, And | Pressure | Controls | Power Source |
Equipment | Equipment | Retaining Cup |
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| Cutting |
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EXAMPLE Of Cutting Operation | The pilot arc starts immediately when |
| trigger is pressed. |
Place drag shield on edge of metal, or allow correct standoff distance − approximately 1/8 in (3 mm).
Press trigger. Pilot arc starts. | After cutting arc starts, slowly |
| start moving torch across metal. |
Adjust torch speed so | Pause briefly at end of | Postflow continues for approx. 20 to |
sparks go thru metal and | cut before releasing trigger. | 30 seconds after releasing trigger; |
out bottom of cut. |
| cutting arc can be instantly |
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| restarted during postflow by |
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| pressing trigger. |
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| Ref. 801 |
