HySpeed HT2000 Instruction Manual 6-9
OPERATION
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Daily Start-Up
Prior to start-up, ensure that your cutting environment and that your clothing meet the safety requirements
outlined in the Safety section of this manual. If problems occur during start-up, refer to Section 5 for the
system checkout requirements.
Note: For operation with argon-hydrogen manifold, see Section 7 Operation: Argon-Hydrogen
Manifold
Check Torch
1. Remove the consumables from the torch and check for worn or damaged parts. Always place the
consumables on a clean, dry, oil free surface after removing. Dirty consumables can cause the
torch to malfunction.
• Check the pit depth of the electrode using the electrode gauge assembly. An all copper electrode should
be replaced when the depth exceeds .040 inch (1 mm). A SilverPlus electrode should be replaced when
the pit depth exceeds approximately two times the recommended depth of an all copper electrode.
• Wipe the current ring in the torch with a clean paper towel or Q-tip (see Figure 6-7).
• Refer to the Cut Charts in this section to choose the correct consumables for your cutting needs.
2. Replace consumable parts. Refer to the Changing Consumable Parts section later in this manual for
detailed information on replacing consumables.
3. Ensure that the torch is squared to the material. Refer to Section 4: Installation for the torch alignment
procedure.
S2
S1
WARNING
Before operating this system, you must read the Safety section thoroughly! Turn main disconnect
switch to the HT2000 power supply OFF before proceeding with the following steps
Turn Gases On
4. Set S2 toggle switch on the gas console to Run.
5. Set S1 on the gas console to N
2
/Air (for nitrogen or air as plasma
gas), or O
2
(for oxygen as plasma gas).
6. Turn the required supply gases On.