Hypertherm SYNC Powermax 85 User Manual

Operate the Plasma System
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Work clamp
 Hand cutting: The work clamp must be connected to the workpiece that you are cutting.
 Mechanized cutting: If you are using this plasma power supply with a mechanized cutting
system, you can connect the work clamp directly to the cutting table or to the workpiece you
are cutting. Refer to your equipment manufacturer’s instructions.
 Make sure that the work clamp
makes good metal-to-metal contact
with the workpiece or cutting table.
 Remove rust, dirt, paint, coatings,
and other debris so that the work
clamp makes sufficient contact with
the workpiece or cutting table.
 Attach the work clamp as close as
possible to the area being cut.
Step 3 – Install the cartridge
NOTICE
Do not attach the work clamp under water. If the plasma power supply is below the work clamp, water
can get into the plasma power supply through the work lead and cause severe damage.
Do not attach the work clamp to the portion of the workpiece to be cut away.
WARNING
INSTANT-ON TORCHES – PLASMA ARC CAN CAUSE INJURY, BURNS
Ignition of the plasma arc occurs immediately when you pull the torch trigger. Before
changing the cartridge, one of the following steps is necessary. Whenever possible,
complete the first step.
 Set the power switch on the plasma power supply to OFF (O).
OR
 Move the torch-lock switch to the yellow lock (X) position. Pull the trigger to make
sure that the torch does not fire a plasma arc.

Hypertherm SYNC Powermax 85 Specifications

General

Brand	Hypertherm
Model	SYNC Powermax 85
Category	Welding System
Language	English