TABLE OF CONTENTS
powermax
45
Operator Manual i
Electromagnetic compatibility .................................................................................................................. EMC-1
Warranty............................................................................................................................................................. W-1
Section 1 SPECIFICATIONS
System description ............................................................................................................................................ 1-2
Where to find information ................................................................................................................................ 1-2
Power supply dimensions and weights ........................................................................................................ 1-3
Dimensions ............................................................................................................................................... 1-3
Weights ..................................................................................................................................................... 1-3
Power supply ratings ......................................................................................................................................... 1-4
T45v torch dimensions .................................................................................................................................... 1-5
T45m torch dimensions ....................................................................................................................................1-5
T45v and T45m torch specifications ............................................................................................................. 1-6
Symbols and markings ...................................................................................................................................... 1-7
IEC symbols .............................................................................................................................................. 1-8
Section 2 POWER SUPPLY SETUP
Unpack the Powermax45 ................................................................................................................................. 2-2
Claims ........................................................................................................................................................ 2-2
Contents .................................................................................................................................................... 2-2
Position the power supply................................................................................................................................ 2-3
Prepare the electrical power ...........................................................................................................................2-3
Voltage configurations ............................................................................................................................ 2-3
Install a line-disconnect switch ............................................................................................................2-4
Requirements for grounding ................................................................................................................. 2-4
Power cord considerations .............................................................................................................................. 2-5
Extension cord recommendations ....................................................................................................... 2-5
Generator recommendations ................................................................................................................ 2-7
Prepare the gas supply ..................................................................................................................................... 2-7
Connect the gas supply .........................................................................................................................2-8
Additional gas filtration ........................................................................................................................... 2-8
Section 3 TORCH SETUP
Introduction ......................................................................................................................................................... 3-2
Consumable life .................................................................................................................................................. 3-2
Hand torch setup ............................................................................................................................................... 3-3
Choose the consumables ...................................................................................................................... 3-3
Install the consumables .......................................................................................................................... 3-5