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Cut with the Hand Torch
Duramax Lock hand torches come in 15° and 75° models.
The 75° hand torch is a general purpose torch designed for the widest range of applications.
The 15° hand torch is designed to direct heat away from the operator during heavy gouging.
It also facilitates cutting overhead or in hard to reach areas.
Duramax Lock torch features include:
A torch-disable switch that prevents the torch from firing accidentally even when the power
supply is ON. See Disable the torch on page 44.
The FastConnect
TM
quick-disconnect system to easily remove the torch for transport or to
switch from one torch to another.
Automatic cooling with ambient air. Special cooling procedures are not needed.
This section provides an overview of hand torch parts, dimensions, consumables, cutting guidelines,
and basic cutting methods. For gouging information, see Gouge with the Hand Torch and Machine
Torch on page 71.
To resolve issues with cut quality, refer to Common cutting issues on
page 136.
The Duramax Lock hand torches ship without consumables installed. To install the consumables,
see page 46.
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