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Notes, Cautions and Warnings
Throughout this manual, notes, cautions, and warnings
are used to highlight important information. These highlights are categorized as follows:
NOTE
An operation, procedure, or backgr ound information which requires additional emphasis or is helpful in efficient operation of the system.
CAUTION
A procedure which, if not properly followed, may
cause damage to the equipment.
WARNING
A procedure which, if not properly followed, may
cause injury to the operator or others in the operating area.
• The kinds of fumes and gases from the plasma arc
depend on the kind of metal being used, coatings
on the metal, and the different processes. Y ou must
be very careful when cutting or welding any metals which may contain one or more of the following:
• Always read the Material Safety Data Sheets (MSDS)
that should be supplied with the material you are
using. These MSDSs will give you the information
regarding the kind and amount of fumes and gases
that may be dangerous to your health.
• For information on how to test for fumes and gases
in your workplace, refer to item 1 in Publications.
• Use special equipment, such as water or down draft
cutting tables, to capture fumes and gases.
• Do not use the plasma torch in an area where combustible or explosive gases or materials are located.
• Phosgene, a toxic gas, is generated from the vapors
of chlorinated solvents and cleansers. Remove all
sources of these vapors.
Important Safety Precautions
WARNING
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF
PLASMA ARC EQUIPMENT CAN BE DANGEROUS AND HAZARDOUS TO YOUR
HEAL TH.
To prevent possible injury, read, understand and
follow all warnings, safety precautions and instructions before using the equipment. Call 1-603298-5711 or your local distributor if you have any
questions.
GASES AND FUMES
Gases and fumes produced during the plasma cutting
process can be dangerous and hazardous to your health.
• Keep all fumes and gases from the breathing area.
Keep your head out of the welding fume plume.
• Use an air-supplied respirator if ventilation is not
adequate to remove all fumes and gases.
ELECTRIC SHOCK
Electric Shock can injure or kill. The plasma arc process
uses and produces high voltage electrical energy. This
electric energy can cause severe or fatal shock to the operator or others in the workplace.
• Never touch any parts that are electrically “live” or
“hot.”
• W ear dry gloves and clothing. Insulate yourself from
the work piece or other parts of the welding circuit.
• Repair or replace all worn or damaged parts.
• Extra care must be taken when the workplace is
moist or damp.
• Install and maintain equipment according to NEC
code, refer to item 9 in Publications.
• Disconnect power source before performing any service or repairs.
• Read and follow all the instructions in the Operating Manual.
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FIRE AND EXPLOSION
Fire and explosion can be caused by hot slag, sparks, or
the plasma arc.
• Be sure there is no combustible or flammable material in the workplace. Any material that cannot be
removed must be protected.
• Ventilate all flammable or explosive vapors from
the workplace.
• Do not cut or weld on containers that may have held
combustibles.
• Provide a fire watch when working in an area wher e
fire hazards may exist.
• Hydrogen gas may be formed and trapped under
aluminum workpieces when they are cut underwater or while using a water table. DO NOT cut
aluminum alloys underwater or on a water table
unless the hydrogen gas can be eliminated or dissipated. T rapped hydr ogen gas that is ignited will
cause an explosion.
NOISE
Noise can cause permanent hearing loss. Plasma arc processes can cause noise levels to exceed safe limits. You
must protect your ears from loud noise to prevent permanent loss of hearing.
• T o pr otect your hearing fr om loud noise, wear protective ear plugs and/or ear muffs. Protect others
in the workplace.
• Noise levels should be measured to be sure the decibels (sound) do not exceed safe levels.
• For information on how to test for noise, see item 1
in Publications.
PLASMA ARC RAYS
Plasma Arc Rays can injure your eyes and burn your skin.
The plasma arc process produces very bright ultra violet
and infra red light. These arc rays will damage your
eyes and burn your skin if you are not properly pr otected.
• To protect your eyes, always wear a welding helmet or shield. Also always wear safety glasses with
side shields, goggles or other protective eye wear.
• Wear welding gloves and suitable clothing to protect your skin from the arc rays and sparks.
• Keep helmet and safety glasses in good condition.
Replace lenses when cracked, chipped or dirty.
• Protect others in the work area from the arc rays.
Use protective booths, screens or shields.
• Use the shade of lens as recommended in Publications, item 4.
Publications
Refer to the following standards or their latest revisions
for more information:
1. OSHA, SAFETY AND HEALTH STANDARDS,
29CFR 1910, obtainable from the Superintendent of
Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, W ashington, D.C. 20402
2. ANSI Standard Z49.1, SAFETY IN WELDING AND
CUTTING, obtainable from the American Welding
Society, 550 N.W. LeJeune Rd, Miami, FL 33126
3. NIOSH, SAFETY AND HEALTH IN ARC WELDING AND GAS WELDING AND CUTTING, obtainable from the Superintendent of Documents, U.S.
Government Printing Office, W ashington, D.C. 20402
4. ANSI Standard Z87.1, SAFE PRACTICES FOR OCCUP ATION AND EDUCA TIONAL EYE AND F ACE
PROTECTION, obtainable from American National
Standards Institute, 1430 Broadway, New York, NY
10018
5. ANSI Standard Z41.1, STANDARD FOR MEN’S
SAFETY-TOE FOOTWEAR, obtainable from the
American National Standards Institute, 1430 Broadway, New York, NY 10018
6. ANSI Standard Z49.2, FIRE PREVENTION IN THE
USE OF CUTTING AND WELDING PROCESSES,
obtainable from American National Standar ds Institute, 1430 Broadway, New York, NY 10018
7. AWS Standard A6.0, WELDING AND CUTTING
CONTAINERS WHICH HAVE HELD COMBUSTIBLES, obtainable from American Welding Society,
550 N.W. LeJeune Rd, Miami, FL 33126
8. NFPA Standard 51, OXYGEN-FUEL GAS SYSTEMS
FOR WELDING, CUTTING AND ALLIED PROCESSES, obtainable from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA
02269
9. NFPA Standard 70, NATIONAL ELECTRICAL
CODE, obtainable from the National Fire Protection
Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269
10. NFPA Standard 51B, CUTTING AND WELDING
PROCESSES, obtainable from the National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA
02269
11. CGA Pamphlet P-1, SAFE HANDLING OF COMPRESSED GASES IN CYLINDERS, obtainable from
the Compressed Gas Association, 1235 Jefferson
Davis Highway, Suite 501, Arlington, VA 22202
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12. CSA Standard W117.2, CODE FOR SAFETY IN
WELDING AND CUTTING, obtainable from the Canadian Standards Association, Standards Sales, 178
Rexdale Boulevard, Rexdale, Ontario, Canada M9W
1R3
13. NWSA booklet, WELDING SAFETY BIBLIOGRAPHY obtainable from the National Welding Supply
Association, 1900 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA 19103
14. American W elding Society Standard A WSF4.1, RECOMMENDED SAFE PRACTICES FOR THE PREP ARA TION FOR WELDING AND CUTTING OF CONTAINERS AND PIPING THAT HAVE HELD
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES, obtainable from the
American Welding Society, 550 N.W. LeJeune Rd,
Miami, FL 33126
15. ANSI Standard Z88.2, PRACTICE FOR RESPIRATORY PROTECTION, obtainable from American
National Standards Institute, 1430 Broadway, New
York, NY 10018
Precautions De Securite Importantes
AVERTISSEMENT
L’OPÉRATION ET LA MAINTENANCE DU
MATÉRIEL DE SOUDAGE À L’ARC AU JET
DE PLASMA PEUVENT PRÉSENTER DES
RISQUES ET DES DANGERS DE SANTÉ.
Il faut communiquer aux opérateurs et au personnel TOUS les dangers possibles. Afin d’éviter les
blessures possibles, lisez, comprenez et suivez tous
les avertissements, toutes les précautions de
sécurité et toutes les consignes avant d’utiliser le
matériel. Composez le + 603-298-5711 ou votre
distributeur local si vous avez des questions.
Note, Attention et Avertissement
Dans ce manuel, les mots “note,” “attention,” et
“avertissement” sont utilisés pour mettre en relief des
informations à caractère important. Ces mises en relief
sont classifiées comme suit :
NOTE
Toute opération, procédure ou renseignement
général sur lequel il importe d’insister davantage
ou qui contribue à l’efficacité de fonctionnement
du système.
ATTENTION
Toute procédure pouvant résulter
l’endommagement du matériel en cas de nonrespect de la procédur e en question.
AVERTISSEMENT
Toute procédure pouvant provoquer des blessures
de l’opérateur ou des autres personnes se trouvant
dans la zone de travail en cas de non-respect de la
procédure en question.
FUMÉE et GAZ
La fumée et les gaz produits par le procédé de jet de
plasma peuvent présenter des risques et des dangers de
santé.
• Eloignez toute fumée et gaz de votre zone de respiration. Gardez votre tête hors de la plume de fumée
provenant du chalumeau.
• Utilisez un appareil respiratoire à alimentation en
air si l’aération fournie ne permet pas d’éliminer la
fumée et les gaz.
• Les sortes de gaz et de fumée provenant de l’arc de
plasma dépendent du genre de métal utilisé, des
revêtements se trouvant sur le métal et des différ ents
procédés. Vous devez prendre soin lorsque vous
coupez ou soudez tout métal pouvant contenir un
ou plusieurs des éléments suivants:
• Lisez toujours les fiches de données sur la sécurité
des matières (sigle américain “MSDS”); celles-ci
devraient être fournies avec le matériel que vous
utilisez. Les MSDS contiennent des renseignements
quant à la quantité et la nature de la fumée et des
gaz pouvant poser des dangers de santé.
• Pour des informations sur la manière de tester la
fumée et les gaz de votre lieu de travail, consultez
l’article 1 et les documents cités à la page v.
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• Utilisez un équipement spécial tel que des tables de
coupe à débit d’eau ou à courant descendant pour
capter la fumée et les gaz.
• N’utilisez pas le chalumeau au jet de plasma dans
une zone où se trouvent des matières ou des gaz
combustibles ou explosifs.
• Le phosgène, un gaz toxique, est généré par la fumée
provenant des solvants et des produits de nettoyage
chlorés. Eliminez toute source de telle fumée.
• Prévoyez une veille d’incendie lors de tout travail
dans une zone présentant des dangers d’incendie.
• Le gas hydrogène peut se former ou s’accumuler
sous les pièces de travail en aluminium lorsqu’elles
sont coupées sous l’eau ou sur une table d’eau. NE
P AS couper les alliages en aluminium sous l’eau ou
sur une table d’eau à moins que le gas hydrogène
peut s’échapper ou se dissiper. Le gas hydrogène
accumulé explosera si enflammé.
CHOC ELECTRIQUE
Les chocs électriques peuvent blesser ou même tuer. Le
procédé au jet de plasma requiert et produit de l’éner gie
électrique haute tension. Cette énergie électrique peut
produire des chocs graves, voire mortels, pour l’opérateur
et les autres personnes sur le lieu de travail.
• Ne touchez jamais une pièce “sous tension” ou
“vive”; portez des gants et des vêtements secs.
Isolez-vous de la pièce de travail ou des autres parties du circuit de soudage.
• Réparez ou remplacez toute pièce usée ou
endommagée.
• Prenez des soins particuliers lorsque la zone de travail est humide ou moite.
• Montez et maintenez le matériel conformément au
Code électrique national des Etats-Unis. (Voir la
page v, article 9.)
• Débranchez l’alimentation électrique avant tout travail d’entretien ou de réparation.
• Lisez et respectez toutes les consignes du Manuel
de consignes.
INCENDIE ET EXPLOSION
RAYONS D’ARC DE PLASMA
Les rayons provenant de l’arc de plasma peuvent blesser
vos yeux et brûler votre peau. Le procédé à l’arc de plasma
produit une lumière infra-rouge et des rayons ultra-violets très forts. Ces rayons d’arc nuiront à vos yeux et
brûleront votre peau si vous ne vous protégez pas
correctement.
• Pour protéger vos yeux, portez toujours un casque
ou un écran de soudeur. Portez toujours des lunettes
de sécurité munies de parois latérales ou des lunettes de protection ou une autre sorte de protection oculaire.
• Portez des gants de soudeur et un vêtement
protecteur approprié pour protéger votre peau
contre les étincelles et les rayons de l’arc.
• Maintenez votre casque et vos lunettes de protection en bon état. Remplacez toute lentille sale ou
comportant fissure ou rognure.
• Protégez les autres personnes se trouvant sur la zone
de travail contre les rayons de l’arc en fournissant
des cabines ou des écrans de protection.
• Respectez le teint de lentille recommandé dans le
article 4, page 5.
Les incendies et les explosions peuvent résulter des scories
chaudes, des étincelles ou de l’arc de plasma. Le procédé
à l’arc de plasma produit du métal, des étincelles, des
scories chaudes pouvant mettre le feu aux matières combustibles ou provoquer l’explosion de fumées
inflammables.
• Soyez certain qu’aucune matière combustible ou inflammable ne se trouve sur le lieu de travail.
Protégez toute telle matière qu’il est impossible de
retirer de la zone de travail.
• Procurez une bonne aération de toutes les fumées
inflammables ou explosives.
• Ne coupez pas et ne soudez pas les conteneurs ayant
pu renfermer des matières combustibles.
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BRUIT
Le bruit peut provoquer une perte permanente de l’ouïe.
Les procédés de soudage à l’arc de plasma peuvent
provoquer des niveaux sonores supérieurs aux limites
normalement acceptables. Vous dú4ez vous protéger les
oreilles contre les bruits forts afin d’éviter une perte
permanente de l’ouïe.
• Pour protéger votre ouïe contre les bruits forts, portez
des tampons protecteurs et/ou des protections
auriculaires. Protégez également les autres
personnes se trouvant sur le lieu de travail.
• Il faut mesurer les niveaux sonores afin d’assurer
que les décibels (le bruit) ne dépassent pas les
niveaux sûrs.
• Pour des renseignements sur la manière de tester le
bruit, consultez l’article 1, page v.
Documents De Reference
Consultez les normes suivantes ou les révisions les plus
récentes ayant été faites à celles-ci pour de plus amples
renseignements :
1. OSHA, NORMES DE SÉCURITÉ DU TRAV AIL ET
DE PROTECTION DE LA SANTÉ, 29CFR 1910,
disponible auprès du Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing Office, Washington, D.C. 20402
2. Norme ANSI Z49.1, LA SÉCURITÉ DES
OPÉRATIONS DE COUPE ET DE SOUDAGE,
disponible auprès de la Société Américaine de
Soudage (American Welding Society), 550 N.W.
LeJeune Rd., Miami, FL 33126
3. NIOSH, LA SÉCURITÉ ET LA SANTÉ LORS DES
OPÉRATIONS DE COUPE ET DE SOUDAGE À
L ’ARC ET AU GAZ, disponible auprès du Superintendent of Documents, U.S. Government Printing
Office, Washington, D.C. 20402
4. Norme ANSI Z87.1, PRA TIQUES SURES POUR LA
PROTECTION DES YEUX ET DU VISAGE AU
TRAVAIL ET DANS LES ECOLES, disponible de
l’Institut Américain des Normes Nationales (American National Standards Institute), 1430 Broadway,
New Y ork, NY 10018
5. Norme ANSI Z41.1, NORMES POUR LES
CHAUSSURES PROTECTRICES, disponible auprès
de l’American National Standards Institute, 1430
Broadway, New Y ork, NY 10018
6. Norme ANSI Z49.2, PRÉVENTION DES
INCENDIES LORS DE L ’EMPLOI DE PROCÉDÉS
DE COUPE ET DE SOUDAGE, disponible auprès
de l’American National Standards Institute, 1430
Broadway, New Y ork, NY 10018
7. Norme A6.0 de l’Association Américaine du
Soudage (A WS), LE SOUDAGE ET LA COUPE DE
CONTENEURS AYANT RENFERMÉ DES
PRODUITS COMBUSTIBLES, disponible auprès de
la American W elding Society, 550 N.W . LeJeune Rd.,
Miami, FL 33126
8. Norme 51 de l’Association Américaine pour la Protection contre les Incendies (NFP A), LES SYSTEMES
À GAZ AVEC ALIMENTATION EN OXYGENE
POUR LE SOUDAGE, LA COUPE ET LES
PROCÉDÉS ASSOCIÉS, disponible auprès de la
National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch
Park, Quincy, MA 02269
9. Norme 70 de la NFPA, CODE ELECTRIQUE NATIONAL, disponible auprès de la National Fire Protection Association, Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA
02269
10. Norme 51B de la NFPA, LES PROCÉDÉS DE
COUPE ET DE SOUDAGE, disponible auprès de
la National Fire Protection Association,
Batterymarch Park, Quincy, MA 02269
11. Brochure GCA P-1, LA MANIPULATION SANS
RISQUE DES GAZ COMPRIMÉS EN CYLINDRES,
disponible auprès de l’Association des Gaz
Comprimés (Compressed Gas Association), 1235
Jefferson Davis Highway, Suite 501, Arlington, VA
22202
12. Norme CSA W1 17.2, CODE DE SÉCURITÉ POUR
LE SOUDAGE ET LA COUPE, disponible auprès
de l’Association des Normes Canadiennes, Standards Sales, 178 Rexdale Boulevard, Rexdale,
Ontario, Canada, M9W 1R3
13. ivret NWSA, BIBLIOGRAPHIE SUR LA SÉCURITÉ
DU SOUDAGE, disponible auprès de l’Association
Nationale de Fournitures de Soudage (National
Welding Supply Association), 1900 Arch Street,
Philadelphia, PA 19103
14. Norme AWSF4.1 de l’Association Américaine de
Soudage, RECOMMANDATIONS DE PRA TIQUES
SURES POUR LA PRÉPARATION À LA COUPE
ET AU SOUDAGE DE CONTENEURS ET TUY AUX
AYANT RENFERMÉ DES PRODUITS
DANGEREUX , disponible auprès de la American
Welding Society, 550 N.W. LeJeune Rd., Miami, FL
33126
15. Norme ANSI Z88.2, PRATIQUES DE PROTECTION RESPIRATOIRE, disponible auprès de
l’American National Standards Institute, 1430
Broadway, New Y ork, NY 10018
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Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer:
Address:2200 Corporate Drive
The equipment described in this manual conforms to all applicable aspects and regulations of the ‘Low Voltage Directive’ (European Council Directive 73/23/EEC as amended by Council Directive 93/68/EEC) and to the National legislation for the enforcement of this Directive.
Serial numbers are unique with each individual piece of equipment and details description, parts used to manufacture
a unit and date of manufacture.
National Standard and Technical Specifications
The product is designed and manufactured to a number of standards and technical requir ements among them are:
* CSA (Canadian Standar ds Association) standard C22.2 number 60 for Arc welding equipment.
* UL (Underwriters Laboratory) rating 94VO flammability testing for all printed-circuit boar ds used.
* ISO/IEC 60974-1 (BS 638-PT10) (EN 60 974-1) applicable to welding equipment and associated accessories.
* Extensive product design verification is conducted at the manufacturing facility as part of the routine design and
manufacturing process. This is to ensure the product is safe, when used accor ding to instructions in this manual and
related industry standards, and performs as specified. Rigorous testing is incorporated into the manufacturing
process to ensure the manufactured product meets or exceeds all design specifications.
Thermal Arc, Inc.
T roy, Ohio 45373-1085
USA
Thermal Dynamics has been manufacturing products for more than 30 years, and will continue to achieve excellence in our
area of manufacture.
Vice President & Managing Dir ector
Thermadyne Europe
Chorley England.
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Statement of Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY: Thermal Arc®, Inc., A Thermadyne Company, warrants that its products will be free of defects in
workmanship or material. Should any failure to conform to this warranty appear within the time period applicable to the
Thermal Arc products as stated below, Thermal Arc shall, upon notification thereof and substantiation that the pr oduct has been
stored, installed, operated, and maintained in accordance with Thermal Arc’s specifications, instructions, r ecommendations and
recognized standard industry practice, and not subject to misuse, repair, neglect, alteration, or accident, correct such defects by
suitable repair or replacement, at Thermal Arc’s sole option, of any components or parts of the product determined by Thermal
Arc to be defective.
THERMAL ARC MAKES NO OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED. THIS W ARRANTY IS EXCLUSIVE AND IN
LIEU OF ALL OTHERS, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY W ARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS
FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: Thermal Arc shall not under any circumstances be liable for special or consequential damages,
such as, but not limited to, damage or loss of purchased or replacement goods, or claims of customers of distributor (hereinafter
“Purchaser”) for service interruption. The remedies of the Purchaser set forth herein are exclusive and the liability of Thermal
Arc with respect to any contract, or anything done in connection therewith such as the performance or breach thereof, or from
the manufacture, sale, delivery, resale, or use of any goods covered by or furnished by Thermal Arc whether arising out of
contract, negligence, strict tort, or under any warranty, or otherwise, shall not, except as expressly provided herein, exceed the
price of the goods upon which such liability is based. No employee, agent, or representative of Thermal Arc is authorized to
change this warranty in any way or grant any other warranty.
THIS WARRANTY BECOMES INVALID IF REPLACEMENT PARTS OR ACCESSORIES ARE USED WHICH IN THERMAL ARC’S SOLE JUDEGMENT MAY IMPAIR THE SAFETY OR PERFORMANCE OF ANY THERMAL ARC PRODUCT.
THIS WARRANTY IS INVALID IF THE PRODUCT IS SOLD BY NON-AUTHORIZED PERSONS.
Except with regards to the products listed below, this warranty shall remain effective three (3) years from the date Thermal Ar c’s
authorized distributor delivers the product to Purchaser, but in no event more than (4) years from the date Thermal Arc delivers
the product to the authorized distributor.
Shorter warranty periods apply to the products listed below. On these products, the warranty is effective for the time stated
below beginning on the date that the authorized distributor delivers the products to the Purchaser . Notwithstanding the foregoing, in no event shall the warranty period extend more than the time stated plus one year from the date Thermal Arc delivered
the product to the authorized distributor.
PLASMA WELDING/
POWER SUPPLIESVIKING/GENERATORSINVERTERSLABOR
MAIN POWER MAGNETICS (ST ATIC & ROTATING)3 YEARS2 YEARS1 YEAR
ORIGINAL MAIN POWER RECTIFIER3 YEARS2 YEARS1 YEAR
CONTROL PC BOARD3 YEARS2 YEARS1 YEAR
ALL OTHER CIRCUITS AND COMPONENTS INCLUDING1 YEAR1 YEAR1 YEAR
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, CONTACTORS, RELAYS,
SOLENOIDS, PUMPS, POWER SWITCHING SEMI-CONDUCTORS
ENGINES: ENGINES ARE NOT WARRANTED BY THERMAL ARC, ALTHOUGH MOST ARE WARRANTED BY THE
ENGINE MANUFACTURER. SEE THE ENGINE MANUFACTORS WARRANTY FOR DETAILS.
CONSOLES, CONTROL EQUIPMENT, HEAT1 YEAR1 YEAR1 YEAR
EXCHANGES, AND ACCESSORY EQUIPMENT
TORCH AND LEADS180 DAYS180 DAYS180 DAYS
REPAIR/REPLACEMENT PARTS90 DAYS90 DAYS90 DAYS
Warranty repairs or replacement claims under this limited warranty must be submitted to Thermal Arc by an authorized Thermal Arc® repair facility within thirty (30) days of the repair. No transportation costs of any kind will be paid under this warranty. Transportation charges to send products to an authorized warranty repair facility shall be the responsibility of the customer. All returned goods shall be at the customer ’s risk and expense. This warranty supersedes all previous Thermal Arc
warranties.
Thermal Arc® is a Registered Trademark of Thermadyne.
Effective May 1, 1997
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SECTION 1: GENERAL INFORMATION
V
1.1 Specifications
Description
OLTS
The Model PS-3000 is a three-phase or single-phase (if derated)
DC arc welding power source with constant current output
characteristics. This unit is designed for use with the Plasma Arc
Welding (PAW) process. A digital meter displaying amperes and
voltage is standard.
OCV Less than 80V C.C.
5150350
AMPS
Figure 1-A Volt-Ampere Curve
NOTE
The volt-ampere curve shows the voltage and amperage output
capabilities of the welding power source. Curves of other
settings will fall between the curves shown.
The duty cycle of a welding power source is defined as the
percentage of a ten minute period that the unit can be operated at
a given output without causing overheating and/or damage to
the unit. This unit is rated at 60 percent duty cycle when operated at 300 amperes from three-phase input power, or when
operated at 210 amperes from single-phase input power. If the
unit is operated from three-phase input power, the unit can be
operated at 300 amperes for six consecutive minutes, but it must
operate at no load for the remaining four minutes to allow proper
cooling. When the welding power source is operated from
single-phase input power, the unit can be operated at 210 amperes for six consecutive minutes, but it must operate at no load
for the remaining four minutes to allow proper cooling. If the
welding amperes decrease, the duty cycle increases. If the
welding amperes are increased beyond rated output, the duty
cycle will decrease.
CAUTION
CAUTION
EXCEEDING DUTY CYCLE RATINGS will cause thermal
overload protection circuit to become energized and shut down
output until unit has cooled to operating temperature.
CONTINUAL EXCEEDING OF DUTY CYCLE RATINGS can
cause damage to the welding power source.
• Do not exceed indicated duty cycles.
GENERAL INFORMA TION2Manual 0-2337
SECTION 2: INSTALLATION
2.1 Site Selection
WARNING
Select an installation site which provides the following:
1. Correct input power supply (see unit nameplate)
2. Shielding gas supply (if applicable)
3. Water supply (if applicable)
4. Adequate ventilation and fresh air supply
5. No flammables
6. A clean and dry area
7. Proper temperature that avoids extremes of heat or cold
8. Proper airflow around unit
FIRE OR EXPLOSION can result from placing unit on or over
combustible surfaces. RESTRICTED AIRFLOW can cause
overheating and possible damage to internal parts.
NOTE
• Do not locate unit over combustible surfaces.
• Maintain at least 3 inches (76 mm) of space from sides of unit, 6
inches (152 mm) from rear, and open, unrestricted access to
ambient air at front of unit.
• Do not place any filtering device over the intake air passages
that provide airflow for cooling this equipment.
Warranty is subject to being voided if any type of filtering device
is used at intake air passages.
Manual 0-23373INST ALLATION
2.2 T ransporting Methods
This unit is equipped with two handles for carrying purposes.
WARNING
WARNING
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Do not touch live electrical parts.
• Disconnect input power conductors from de-energized supply
line before moving welding power source.
FALLING EQUIPMENT can cause serious personal injury and
equipment damage.
• Have two persons of adequate physical strength lift unit.
• Use hand cart or similar device of adequate capacity.
• If using a fork lift vehicle, place and secure unit on a proper
skid before transporting.
INST ALLATION4Manual 0-2337
2.3 Weld Ooutput Connections
To obtain full rated output from this unit, it is necessary to select,
prepare, and install proper weld cables. Failure to comply in any
of these areas may result in unsatisfactory welding performance.
Weld Cable Selection
Weld Cable Preparation
Use the following guidelines to select weld cables:
1. Use the shortest possible cables, and place cables close
together. Excessive cable lengths may reduce or cause unit
overload due to added resistance.
2. Use weld cable with an insulation voltage rating equal to or
greater than the maximum open circuit voltage (OCV) of the
welding power source (see Table 2-A below).
3. Select weld cable size according to maximum weld output
and total length of connecting cables in weld circuit.
4. Do not use damaged or frayed cables.
1. Install terminal lugs of adequate amperage capacity and
correct stud size onto ends of cables that connect to the work
clamp and electrode holder or torch.
2. Install work clamp onto cable.
3. Install supplied male connectors onto remaining ends of both
cables (refer to Connector Installation, page 6).
WeldingUnder 100 ft150 ft200 ft250 ft300 ft250 ft400 ft
Amperes(Under 30 m)(45 m)(60 m)(70 m)(90 m)(105 m)(120 m)
To install the supplied male connectors onto proper cables, refer
to Figure 2-A below and:
1. Obtain cable of desired length and proper size for installation
(refer to Table A, page 5).
2. If the installation requires cable larger than 3/0 AWG, prepare one end of 3/0 AWG pigtail no longer than 2 ft (0.61 m)
for connector installation. The remaining end of the pigtail is
connected to the main run of 3/0 AWG or larger weld cable.
3. Push weld cable through insulator as shown.
4. Remove 1 in (25 mm) of insulation from end of cable.
5. Install supplied sleeve on stripped end of cable.
6. Insert cable with sleeve into connector body so that cable is
snug and against bottom of connector body.
7. Install and tighten set screw with supplied hex wrench to
secure connector body onto cable.
8. Push insulator onto connector body to cover set screw.
Set Screw
InsulatorWeld Cable
WARNING
Weld Cable Connections
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Sleeve
Connector Bod
(Male or Femal
Figure 2-A Connector Installation
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill. ARCING can burn skin or damage
electrical connections.
• Do not touch live electrical parts.
• Shut down unit before making any weld output connections.
• Do not change position of the welding cable connectors while
welding.
• Be sure the connectors are secure in receptacles before welding.
2.3 Weld Oouput Connections (continued)
PositiveNegative
Figure 2-B Weld Output Connections - Lower Front Panel
Plasma Arc
Welding (PAW)
Electrode Negative/
Straight Polarity
Refer to Figure 2-B and:
a. Connect torch cable connector to NEGATIVE (-) weld output
receptacle as follows: align keyway, insert plug, and rotate
plug clockwise until it is securely seated in receptacle.
b. Connect work cable connector to POSITIVE (+) weld output
receptacle as follows: align keyway, insert plug, and rotate
plug clockwise until it is securely seated in receptacle.
Manual 0-23377INST ALLATION
2.4 Remote 14 Connections
14
A
B
C
L
D
E
J
K
MG
I
NH
F
Figure 2-C 14-Pin Socket Receptacle with Socket Locations (Lower Front Panel)
The REMOTE 14 receptacle on the lower front panel can connect
the following equipment to the welding power source circuitry:
• Remote Contactor Control
• Remote Amperage Control
To make connections, align keyway, insert plug, and rotate
threaded collar fully clockwise.
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The following socket information (Table 2-B, page 9) is included
in case the supplied cord is not suitable, and it is necessary to
wire a plug or cord to interface with REMOTE 14 receptacle.
2.4 Remote 14 Connections (continued)
Socket ARemote contactor control when contact closure is provided
between Sockets A and B (24 VAC available)
Socket BRemote contactor control when contact closure is provided
between Sockets A and B (24 VAC available)
Socket CAmperage remote control (MAXIMUM) input command signal;
+10 volts for maximum
Socket DAmperage remote control (MINIMUM); PC board common; use
as return for remote control inputs/outputs
Socket ERemote amperage reference signal (WIPER); 0 to +10 volts
(peak current set by main rheostat)
Socket FNot used
Socket G24 volts AC common, power source chassis
Socket H100 volts AC with respect to Socket L
Socket INot used
Socket JNot used
Socket KChassis common
Socket L100 volts AC
Socket MCurrent sensing contactor
Socket NCurrent sensing contactor
Table 2-B Remote 14 Socket Information
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2.5 Electrical Input Connections
WARNING
Electrical Input
Requirements
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill; SIGNIFICANT DC VOLTAGE is
present after removal of input power.
• DO NOT TOUCH live electrical parts.
• SHUT DOWN welding power source, disconnect input power
employing lockout/tagging procedures, wait 60-80 seconds,
and measure voltage on input capacitors according to instruction manual before touching any parts. Lockout/tagging
procedures consist of padlocking line disconnect switch in open
position, removing fuses from fuse box, or shutting off and redtagging circuit breaker or other disconnecting device.
Operate the welding power source from a three-phase, or singlephase if derated, 50/60 Hz, AC power supply. The input voltage
must match one of the electrical input voltages shown on the
input data label on the unit nameplate. Contact the local electric
utility for information about the type of electrical service available, how proper connections should be made, and inspection
required.
The line disconnect switch provides a safe and convenient means
to completely remove all electrical power from the welding
power supply whenever necessary to inspect or service the unit.
NOTE
This unit is equipped with a three-conductor with ground power
cable that is connected at the welding power source end for threephase electrical input power.
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2.5 Electrical Input Connections (continued)
WARNING
Electrical Input
Connections
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Do not connect an input (white, red, or black) conductor to the
ground terminal.
• Do not connect the ground (green) conductor to an input line
terminal.
Refer to Figure 2-D (page 12) and:
1. Connect end of green ground conductor to a suitable ground.
Use a grounding method that complies with all applicable
electrical codes.
2. For three-phase electrical input power: connect ends of red
(line 1), white (line 2), and black (line 3) input conductors to a
de-energized line disconnect switch.
3. For single-phase electrical input power: connect ends of red
(line 1) and white (line 2), input conductors to a de-energized
line disconnect switch. Insulate and isolate the black (line 3)
conductor.
4. Use Table 2-C below as a guide to select line fuses for the
disconnect switch.
INPUTINPUTFUSE SIZE
POWERVOLTAGE(AMPERES)
SINGLE208-230 VAC60
PHASE460 VAC30
THREE208-230 VAC60
PHASE380-460 VAC30
575 VAC25
Table 2-C Fuse Sizes
NOTE
Fuse size is based on not more than 200 percent of the rated input
amperage of the welding power source (Based on Article 630,
National Electrical Code).
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2.5 Electrical Input Connections (continued)
t
WARNING
AC POWER
Ground
Terminal
Ground
Conductor
AMPERAGE/VOLTAGE
METER
AV
WARNING
AC POWER
PREVIEW
A/V
(PUSH)
5
6
4
3
7
2
8
1
9
100
REMOTE14PANEL
AMPERAGE
AMPERAGE
14
Welding Power SupplyPrimary Power Cable
Figure 2-D Electrical Input Connections and Components
Voltage Selection
The input voltage must match one of the electrical input voltages
shown on the input data label on the unit nameplate.
This power source incorporates the Smart Link™ circuit, which
automatically links the power source to primary input voltage
and adjusts it to allow for operation of unit within input rating on
data tag. It is not necessary to manually switch (terminals or
links) if unit is moved to a new location and a different input
power is selected.
Line
Disconnec
Switch
Line Fuse
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• The surge current prevention circuit becomes activated when
the POWER switch is turned ON.
• About two seconds after power on, the Smart Link™ circuit
detects input voltage and automatically selects the correct
circuits for operation.
• The welding machine is ready for operation in five seconds
after turn-on.
SECTION 3: OPERATION
2
5
3.1 Operator Controls
AMPERAGE/VOLTAGE
63
METER
A/V
3
2
1
AV
PREVIEW
(PUSH)
5
4
AMPERAGE
6
7
8
9
100
AC POWER
WARNING
REMOTE14PANEL
AMPERAGE
14
1,
7
4
Front Panel
Operating Controls
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1. AC POWER Indicator
2. WARNING Indicator
3. AMPERAGE Control
4. AMPERAGE Switch
5. Digital AMPERAGE/VOLTAGE Meter
6. METER Switch and PREVIEW
7. Internal Maximum Current Limiter
Figure 3-A Front Panel Controls
3.1 Operator Controls (continued)
P
S
rimary Power
witch
PRIMARY POWER
ONOFF
Figure 3-B Rear Panel Controls
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3.1 Operator Controls (continued)
PRIMARY POWER
Switch and
AC POWER Indicator
NOTE
WARNING Indicator
AMPERAGE Control
A
AMPERAGE
NOTE
Place the PRIMARY POWER switch (circuit breaker) on the rear
panel in ON position to energize the welding power source. The
green AC POWER indicator on the front panel comes on when
the AC POWER switch is in ON position, indicating that the unit
is energized. Moving the AC POWER switch to OFF position
shuts down the unit and turns off the AC POWER indicator.
When the AC POWER switch is placed in ON position, there is a
pre-charge time delay of approximately 4-5 seconds before the
unit is ready to weld. The AC POWER indicator will be on
during the pre-charge time delay.
The red WARNING indicator located on the front panel will
become activated if the unit witnesses the following:
• Input voltage too low
• Thermal overload
The AMPERAGE control selects the desired amperage within the
entire range of the welding power source. Rotating this control in
a clockwise direction increases the amperage output. The scale
surrounding the AMPERAGE control represents 0-100 percent of
the actual current output.
The AMPERAGE control may be adjusted while welding.
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3.1 Operator Controls (continued)
AMPERAGE
Switch
WARNING
Maximum Current
Limiter Control
This switch determines whether the amperage is adjusted by the
front panel amperage control or by a remote control device. If
remote amperage control function is not desired, place this switch
in PANEL position.
If remote amperage control is desired, place the AMPERAGE
switch in REMOTE 14 position. Remote amperage is a percentage of the value set by the front panel amperage control. For
example, if the amperage control is set at half maximum output,
the maximum output available from the remote control will be
half the welding power source maximum output.
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill.
• Do not touch live electrical parts.
• Do not touch the weld output receptacles when the contactor is
energized.
• Do not touch electrode and work clamp at the same time.
This control limits the maximum output current of the power
source. The current limit prevents damage to the welding torch or
consumables and can also provide more precise current control.
For example, with the maximum current limiter set to 150 amps,
the maximum setting (10) on the front panel current control
would represent 150 amps, and the minimum setting (0) would
represent approximately 5 amps.
If current is controlled with a remote device, the remote current
will be 0-100% of the setting of front panel control and the front
panel control will be 0-100% of the maximum current limiter
setting. For example, with the remote control set at 50%, the front
panel control set at 5, and current limiter set at 150 amps, approximately 40 amps weld current will be provided.
NOTE
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Remote control can be defined as follows:
• Remote Pendant Control (RP-1)
• Remote Foot Control
• Microprocessor Controls
• Other Control Devices
Remove the front panel hole plug and insert a screwdriver into
the slot of the control pot. Turn the control counter clockwise to
reduce the maximum current output. By setting the remote
AMPERAGE switch to PANEL position, the maximum current
can be displayed in preview mode of amp meter.
3.1 Operator Controls (continued)
Digital AMPERAGE/
VOLTAGE Meter,
METER Switch,
and PREVIEW
A
AMPERAGE
VOLTAGE
The AMPERAGE/VOLTAGE meter displays either an amperage
or voltage value. The selected (PREVIEW) amperage value is
displayed when welding is not taking place. Refer to Table 3-A
below for the values displayed for each meter switch setting and
parameters selected.
V
The meter is not intended for exact amperage or voltage measurements. The amperage display indicates amperage output of the
welding power source and is driven by circuitry on control board
PC1. The voltage sensing circuitry is internally connected to the
welding power source output terminals. The voltage display
indicates the voltage at the weld output terminals, but does not
necessarily indicate the actual voltage at the welding arc (due to
cable resistance, poor connections, etc.).
CONTACTORMETER
SWITCH SETTINGINDICATOR
AMPOFFPRESET
AMPONPRESET
VOLTOFFPRESET
VOLTONACTUAL
Table 3-A Values Displayed for Meter Switch Setting and Parameters Selected
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3.2 Operating Precautions
ELECTRIC SHOCK can kill; MOVING PARTS can cause
WARNING
serious injury; IMPROPER AIRFLOW AND EXPOSURE TO
ENVIRONMENT can damage internal parts.
• Do not touch live electrical parts.
• Keep away from moving parts.
• Keep all covers and panels in place while operating.
NOTE
WARNING
WARNING
WARNING
Warranty is void if the welding power source is operated with
any portion of the outer enclosure removed.
ARC RAYS, SPARKS, AND HOT SURFACES can burn eyes
and skin; NOISE can damage hearing.
• Wear correct eye, ear and body protection.
FUMES AND GASES can seriously harm your health.
• Keep your head out of the fumes.
• Ventilate to keep from breathing fumes and gases.
• If ventilation is inadequate, use approved breathing device.
HOT MEAL, SPATTER, AND SLAG can cause fire and burns.
• Watch for fire.
WARNING
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• Keep a fire extinguisher nearby, and know how to use it.
• Do not use near flammable material.
• Allow work and equipment to cool before handling.
MAGNETIC FIELDS FROM HIGH CURRENTS can affect
pacemaker operation.
• Wearers should consult their doctor before going near arc
welding, gouging, or spot welding operations.
3.3 T roubleshooting
TROUBLEPOSSIBLE CAUSEREMEDY
A. No weld output; unit
completely inoperative
B. No weld output; fan
motor running and AC
POWER lamp on
C. Erratic or improper weld
output
1. Line disconnect switch in
the OFF position
2. Line fuse(s) open
3. Improper electrical input
connections
4. Power switch MCB in OFF
position
1. Defective remote control
device
2. WARNING indicator on.
Thermostat THS 1,THS 2
open (thermal shutdown)
1. Loose welding cable
connections
2. Incorrect welding cable
size
3. Improper input and/or
output connections
1. Place line disconnect
switch in ON position
2. Check and replace line
fuse(s)
3. Check for proper input
connections
4. Check and reset MCB if
necessary
1. Check and replace remote
control device if necessary
2. Allow cooling period of
approximately five minutes
1. Tighten all welding cable
connections
2. Use proper size and type
of cable (see Table 2-A,
page 5)
3. Use proper size and cable
size (see Table 2-A)
D. Remote device completely
inoperative
4. Improper input and/or
output connections
5. Electrode condition
6. Remote amperage control
(when applicable)
1. Remote control not connected or connected
improperly to REMOTE 14
receptacle
4. See Installation (pages 5-
12) for proper input and
output connections
5. Replace electrode
6. Check remote amperage
control potentiometer and
connections. Repair or
replace if necessary
1. Connect remote control to
REMOTE 14 receptacle
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SECTION 4: PARTS LIST
4.01 Introduction
A. Parts List Breakdown
The parts list provides a list of all replaceable components.
B. Returns
If a Thermal Arc® pr oduct must be returned for service, contact your Thermal Arc® distributor. Materials r eturned
to Thermal Arc® without proper authorization will not be accepted.
4.02 Ordering Information
Order replacement parts by catalog number and complete description of the part or assembly, as listed in the description column of the Parts List. Also include the model and serial number of the machine as shown on the plate
attached to the front panel of the unit. Address all inquiries to your authorized Thermal Arc® distributor.