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OM-2210 176 876K
March 1999
Processes
Air Plasma Cutting
and Gouging
Description
Air Plasma Cutter
Cybercut 1025
And Non-CE Models
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TABLE OF CONTENTS SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1-1. Symbol Usage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1-2. Plasma Arc Cutting Hazards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1 1-3. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance . . . . . . . . . .
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Declaration of Conformity for European Community (CE) Products This information is provided for units with CE certification (see rating label on unit). NOTE Declares that the product: Cybercut 1025 conforms to the following Directives and Standards: Directives Electromagnetic Compatibility Directives: 89/336/EEC, 92/31/EEC Low Voltage Directive: 73/23/EEC Machinery Directives: 89/392/EEC, 91/368/EEC, 93/C 133/04, 93/68/EEC Standards Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) Product standard for arc we
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SECTION 1 − SAFETY PRECAUTIONS - READ BEFORE USING pom _nd_5/97 1-1. Symbol Usage Means Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards with this procedure! The possible hazards are shown in the adjoining symbols. Marks a special safety message. This group of symbols means Warning! Watch Out! possible ELECTRIC SHOCK, MOVING PARTS, and HOT PARTS hazards. Means “Note”; not safety related. Consult symbols and related instructions below for necessary actions to avoid the hazards. 1-2. Plasma Arc
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Work in a confined space only if it is well ventilated, or while wearing FLYING SPARKS can cause injury. an air-supplied respirator. Fumes from cutting and oxygen deple- tion can alter air quality causing injury or death. Be sure the Sparks and hot metal blow out from the cutting arc. breathing air is safe. Chipping and grinding cause flying metal. Do not cut in locations near degreasing, cleaning, or spraying oper- ations. The heat and rays of the arc can react with vapors to form Wear ap
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1-3. Additional Symbols For Installation, Operation, And Maintenance HOT PARTS can cause severe burns. FIRE OR EXPLOSION hazard. Do not touch hot parts bare handed. Do not locate unit on, over, or near combustible surfaces. Allow cooling period before working on torch. Do not install unit near flammables. Do not overload building wiring − be sure power supply system is properly sized, rated, and protected to handle this unit. MOVING PARTS can cause injury. Keep away from moving parts
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1-5. EMF Information Considerations About Welding Or Cutting And The Effects Of Low 1. Keep cables close together by twisting or taping them. Frequency Electric And Magnetic Fields 2. Arrange cables to one side and away from the operator. Welding or cutting current, as it flows through the welding or cutting cables, will cause electromagnetic fields. There has been and still is 3. Do not coil or drape cables around your body. some concern about such fields. However, after examining more than 500
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SECTION 1 − CONSIGNES DE SÉCURITÉ − LIRE AVANT UTILISATION pom_nd_fre_5/97 1-1. Signification des symboles Signifie Mise en garde ! Soyez vigilant ! Cette procédure présente des risques de danger ! Ceux-ci sont identifiés par des symboles adjacents aux directives. Identifie un message de sécurité particulier. Ce groupe de symboles signifie Mise en garde ! Soyez vigilant ! Il y a des ris- ques de danger reliés aux CHOCS ÉLECTRIQUES, aux PIÈCES EN MOUVE- Signifie NOTA ; n’est pas relatif à la
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N’approchez pas le tube du chalumeau et l’arc pilote lorsque la gâchette est Ne mettez pas votre tête au−dessus des vapeurs. Ne respirez pas ces va- enfoncée. peurs. Le câble de masse doit être pincé correctement sur la pièce à couper, métal Si vous êtes à l’intérieur au moment du coupage, ventilez la pièce ou ayez contre métal (et non de telle sorte qu’il puisse se détacher), ou sur la table recours à une ventilation aspirante installée près de l’arc pour évacuer les de travail le plus
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1-3. Dangers supplémentaires en relation avec l’installation, le fonctionnement et la maintenance DES PIECES CHAUDES peuvent pro- Risque D’INCENDIE OU voquer des brûlures graves. D’EXPLOSION. Ne pas toucher des parties chaudes à mains nues. Ne pas placer l’appareil sur, au-dessus ou à proximité de surfaces infllammables. Laisser refroidir avant d’intervenir sur la torche. Ne pas installer l’appareil à proximité de produits in- flammables DES ORGANES MOBILES peuvent Ne pas surcharger l
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1-5. Information sur les champs électromagnétiques Données sur le soudage électrique et sur les effets, pour l’organisme, 1 Garder les câbles ensembles en les torsadant ou en les des champs magnétiques basse fréquence attachant avec du ruban adhésif. 2 Mettre tous les câbles du côté opposé de l’opérateur. Le courant de soudage ou de coupage passant dans les câbles de puis- sance crée des causera des champs électromagnétiques. Il y a eu et 3 Ne pas courber pas et ne pas entourer pas les câbles au
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SECTION 2 − DEFINITIONS 2-1. Warning Label Definitions Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards as shown by the symbols. 1 Cutting sparks can cause explosion or fire. 1.1 Keep flammables away from cutting. Do not cut near flammables. 1.2 Cutting sparks can cause fires. Have a fire extinguisher 1 1.1 1.2 1.3 nearby, and have a watchperson ready to use it. 1.3 Do not cut on drums or any closed containers. 2 The plasma arc can cause injury and burns. 2.1 Turn off power before disassembling to
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1 2 3 4 1 Warning! Watch Out! There are possible hazards as shown by the symbols. 2 Incorrect voltage will damage unit. 3 Read Owner’s Manual. 4 Look at input power receptacle and plug, and be sure they match. 5 5 Move switch to match input voltage. 115V 230V S-176 481-A 4/96 2-2. Manufacturer’s Rating Label For CE Products 1 EN 60974-1 16A/86V 27A/90V X 100% 35% I 16A 27A 2 U = 255V 0 U 86V 90V 2 1 50 Hz U = 115V I = 34A I = 20.5A 1 1max 1eff U = 230V I = 17A I = 10.2A 1 1max 1eff IP 23 S-181 2
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SECTION 3 − INSTALLATION 3-1. Specifications For Units Connected to a 20 Ampere, 115 Volt Circuit or a 10 Ampere, 230 Volt Circuit Amperes Input at Rated Rated Output, Plasma Cutting 60 Hz, Single-Phase 1 115 V 15 V 230 V 230 V Plasma Plasma Gas Flow/ Gas Flow/ Capacity Capacity Max Max 115 V 230 V Rated Output KVA/KW KVA/KW Gas Pressure at 10 IPM OCV 115 VAC 4.5 CFM Input: 1/4 in Air Or 21 A at 88 Volts DC At 25.3 max; 12.6 max; 2.9 KVA 2.9 KVA (129 L/min) (6 mm); 265 Volts Nitrogen 35% Duty C
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3-4. Duty Cycle And Overheating For Non-CE Model For Units Connected to a 20 Ampere, 115 Volt Circuit Duty Cycle is percentage of 10 min- or a 10 Ampere, 230 Volt Circuit: utes that unit can cut at rated load without overheating. 35% Duty Cycle At 21 Amperes, 88 volts dc If unit overheats, thermostat(s) For Units Connected to a 30 Ampere, 115 Volt Circuit opens, output stops, Temperature or a 15 Ampere, 230 Volt Circuit: trouble light goes On, and cooling fan runs. Wait fifteen minutes for 35%
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3-6. Selecting A Location 6-3/4 in (171 mm) Dimensions And Weight 42 lb (19.1 kg) 17 in (432 mm) 18 in (457 mm) Movement 1 Lifting Handle Do not move or operate unit Use handle to lift unit. where it could tip. 1 2 Hand Cart Use cart or similar device to move unit. 2 3 Plate Label Use label to determine input power needs. 4 115 Or 230 VAC Receptacle Locate unit near correct input power supply. Special installation may be required where gasoline or volatile liquids are present − Location And
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3-7. Connecting Work Clamp And Gas/Air Supply 1 Work Clamp 2 Workpiece Connect work clamp to a clean, paint-free location on workpiece, as close to cutting area as possible. Use only clean, dry air with 70 1 to 150 psi (483 to 1034 kPa) pressure. 3 Air Filter/Regulator 4 Gas/Air Inlet Opening 5 Hose 2 6 Teflon Tape Obtain hose with 1/4 NPT right- hand thread fitting. Wrap threads with teflon tape (optional) or apply pipe sealant, and install fitting in opening. Route hose to gas/air supply. Ad
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3-8. Setting Input Voltage Selector Switch And Connecting Input Power Check input voltage available at site. 1 Input Voltage Selector Switch Switch is accessible through slot in rear panel. 2 Changeover Switch Label Look at label to find correct switch position. 115V 230V Move switch to match input voltage. S-176 481-A 3 Supplied 115 VAC Plug If plug does not match voltage at re- ceptacle or type of receptacle, install 2 suitable plug according to Section 3-9. Be sure input power connec- tion
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SECTION 4 − OPERATION 4-1. Controls 5 2 3 1 4 Setting Gas/Air Pressure 7 Set To 60 PSI (414 kPa) 6 1 Requires 70-150 PSI (483-1034 kPa) Supply 1 Output Control 5 Power Switch put and/or the cut time or find more adequate power (see Section 3-8). Use control to set cutting output. Setting Gas/Air Pressure 2 Trouble Lights (See Section 5-2) The yellow zone is for use on 20 A or greater 6 Air Filter/Regulator 3 Ready Light primary circuits. 7 Pressure Adjustment Knob Use light to tell if unit is re
