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ii powermax

Operator Manual

Machine torch setup.......................................................................................................................................... 3-6

Mount the torch ........................................................................................................................................ 3-6

Choose the consumables (cut charts) ............................................................................................... 3-8

Align the torch ........................................................................................................................................3-26

Connect the remote-start pendant ....................................................................................................3-26

Connect a machine interface cable ..................................................................................................3-27

Connect the torch lead ...................................................................................................................................3-30

Section 4 OPERATION

Controls and indicators .................................................................................................................................... 4-2

Front controls and LEDs ........................................................................................................................ 4-2

Rear controls ............................................................................................................................................ 4-3

Operate the Powermax45 ................................................................................................................................ 4-4

Connect the electrical power and gas supply .................................................................................. 4-4

Turn ON the system ................................................................................................................................ 4-4

Set the mode switch ............................................................................................................................... 4-5

Adjust the gas pressure ......................................................................................................................... 4-5

Check the indicator LEDs ..................................................................................................................... 4-6

Attach the work clamp ........................................................................................................................... 4-7

Understand duty-cycle limitations .................................................................................................................. 4-7

How to use the hand torch .............................................................................................................................. 4-8

Operate the safety trigger ..................................................................................................................... 4-8

Hand torch cutting hints ........................................................................................................................ 4-9

Start a cut from the edge of the workpiece.....................................................................................4-10

Pierce a workpiece ................................................................................................................................4-11

Gouge a workpiece ..............................................................................................................................4-12

Common hand-cutting faults ..............................................................................................................4-14

How to use the machine torch ......................................................................................................................4-15

Ensure the torch and table are set up correctly .............................................................................4-15

Understand and optimize cut quality .................................................................................................4-15

To pierce a workpiece using the machine torch ............................................................................4-17

Common machine-cutting faults ........................................................................................................4-18

Section 5 MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR

Perform routine maintenance .......................................................................................................................... 5-2

Inspect the consumables ................................................................................................................................. 5-3

Basic troubleshooting ....................................................................................................................................... 5-4

Repairs ................................................................................................................................................................. 5-8