Troubleshooting Guide
136 809240 Operator Manual Powermax45 XP
Common cutting issues
Problem Solution
The cut quality is poor. • Make sure the correct consumables are installed. See page 61 for hand
cutting consumables. See page 105 for mechanized cutting consumables.
See page 71 for gouging consumables. See page 113 for marking
consumables.
• Loosen the consumables about 1/8
th
of a turn and try again. Never tighten
the consumables more than finger-tight. See page 46. It is normal for
some gas to escape between the torch shell and the retaining cap during
use. This is part of the torch design.
• Inspect and replace the consumable parts if they are worn or damaged,
including the swirl ring. See page 154. Always replace the nozzle and
electrode together.
• Make sure that the correct mode is selected: cut mode for cutting and
piercing applications or gouge/marking mode for gouging and marking
applications. See page 51.
• Make sure that the work lead connection to the plasma power supply is
secure. Make sure that there is no damage to the work lead.
• Make sure that the torch is being used correctly. See Cut with the Hand
Torch on page 59 or Cut with the Machine Torch on page 105.
• Check the gas pressure and the gas supply hose. See page 140.
• Inspect the gas filtration system for signs of contaminants that may be
interfering with system performance. See page 141.
• Adjust the cut speed.
• Operate the system without using an extension cord. If you must use an
extension cord, use a heavy conductor cord of the shortest possible
length. Seepage33.
The arc sputters and
hisses.
• Inspect the gas filtration system for signs of moisture. See page 141.
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