Hypertherm powermax45 Operator's Manual

OPERATION
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Common machine-cutting faults
The torch’s pilot arc will initiate, but will not transfer. Causes can be:
• The work cable’s connection on the cutting table is not making good contact or the table is
not properly grounded.
• The torch-to-work distance is too large.
The workpiece is not totally penetrated, and there is excessive sparking on the top of the
workpiece. Causes can be:
• The work cable’s connection on the cutting table is not making good contact or the table is
not properly grounded.
• The amperage is set too low. See the cut charts in Section 3 for more information.
• The cut speed is too high. See the cut charts in Section 3 for more information.
• The consumables are worn and need to be replaced.
• The metal being cut exceeds the maximum capacity. See T45v and T45m specifications in
Section 1.
Dross forms on the bottom of the cut. Causes can be:
• The cutting speed is not correct. See the cut charts in Section 3 for more information.
• The amperage is set too low. See the cut charts in Section 3 for more information.
• The consumables are worn and need to be replaced.
The cut angle is not square. Causes can be:
• The direction of the torch travel is incorrect. The high-quality cut is always on the right with
respect to the forward motion of the torch.
• The distance between the torch and the workpiece is not correct.
• The cutting speed is not correct. See the cut charts in Section 3 for more information.
• The consumables are worn and need to be replaced.

Hypertherm powermax45 Specifications

General

Brand	Hypertherm
Model	powermax45
Category	Welding System
Language	English