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SECTION 1:
GENERAL INFORMATION
1.01 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 background 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.
1.02 Important Safety Precautions
WARNINGS
OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF
PLASMA ARC EQUIPMENT CAN BE DANGEROUS AND HAZARDOUS TO YOUR
HEALTH.
Plasma arc cutting produces intense electric and
magnetic emissions that may interfere with the
proper function of cardiac pacemakers, hearing
aids, or other electronic health equipment. Persons who work near plasma arc cutting applications should consult their medical health professional and the manufacturer of the health
equipment to determine whether a hazard exists.
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.
• 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. You 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 Subsection 1.03,
Publications in this manual.
• 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.
• This product, when used for welding or cutting,
produces fumes or gases which contain chemicals
known to the State of California to cause birth defects and, in some cases, cancer. (California Health
& Safety Code Sec. 25249.5 et seq.)
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.”
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• Wear 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 Subsection 1.03, Publications.
• Disconnect power source before performing any
service or repairs.
• Read and follow all the instructions in the Operating Manual.
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 where
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. Trapped hydrogen 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.
• To protect your hearing from 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 Subsection 1.03, Publications, in this manual.
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 protected.
• 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 suggested in the following
per ANSI/ASC Z49.1:
Minimum ProtectiveSuggested
Arc CurrentShade No.Shade No.
Less Than 300*89
300 - 400*912
400 - 800*1014
* These values apply where the actual arc is clearly
seen. Experience has shown that lighter filters
may be used when the arc is hidden by the workpiece.
1.03 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, Washington,
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, Washington, D.C. 20402
4. ANSI Standard Z87.1, SAFE PRACTICES FOR OCCUPATION AND EDUCATIONAL EYE AND FACE 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
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6. ANSI Standard Z49.2, FIRE PREVENTION IN THE USE
OF CUTTING AND WELDING PROCESSES, obtainable from American National Standards 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
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 Welding Society Standard AWSF4.1, RECOMMENDED SAFE PRACTICES FOR THE PREPARATION 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
ATTENTION
Toute procédure pouvant résulter
l’endommagement du matériel en cas de nonrespect de la procédure 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.
1.05 Precautions De Securite
Importantes
AVERTISSEMENTS
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.
Coupant à l’arc au jet de plasma produit de l’énergie
électrique haute tension et des émissions
magnétique qui peuvent interférer la fonction
propre d’un “pacemaker” cardiaque, les appareils
auditif, ou autre matériel de santé electronique.
Ceux qui travail près d’une application à l’arc au
jet de plasma devrait consulter leur membre
professionel de médication et le manufacturier de
matériel de santé pour déterminer s’il existe des
risques de santé.
15. ANSI Standard Z88.2, PRACTICE FOR RESPIRATORY
PROTECTION, obtainable from American National
Standards Institute, 1430 Broadway, New York, NY
10018
1.04 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.
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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.
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.
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• 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.
• 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.
• 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 différents
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 5.
• 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.
• Ce produit, dans le procéder de soudage et de coupe,
produit de la fumée ou des gaz pouvant contenir des
éléments reconnu dans L’état de la Californie, qui
peuvent causer des défauts de naissance et le cancer.
(La sécurité de santé en Californie et la code sécurité
Sec. 25249.5 et seq.)
CHOC ELECTRIQUE
• 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
5, 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
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.
• 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 PAS
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.
Les chocs électriques peuvent blesser ou même tuer. Le
procédé au jet de plasma requiert et produit de l’énergie
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.
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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
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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.
• Utilisez la nuance de lentille qui est suggèrée dans le
recommendation qui suivent ANSI/ASC Z49.1:
Nuance MinimumNuance Suggerée
Courant ArcProtective NuméroNuméro
Moins de 300*89
300 - 400*912
400 - 800*1014
* Ces valeurs s’appliquent ou l’arc actuel est observé
clairement. L’experience a démontrer que les filtres
moins foncés peuvent être utilisés quand l’arc est
caché par moiceau de travail.
1.06 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 TRAVAIL 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, PRATIQUES 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 York,
NY 10018
5. Norme ANSI Z41.1, NORMES POUR LES
CHAUSSURES PROTECTRICES, disponible auprès
de l’American National Standards Institute, 1430
Broadway, New York, NY 10018
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 5.
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 York,
NY 10018
7. Norme A6.0 de l’Association Américaine du Soudage
(AWS), LE SOUDAGE ET LA COUPE DE
CONTENEURS AYANT RENFERMÉ DES PRODUITS
COMBUSTIBLES, disponible auprès de la American
Welding Society, 550 N.W. LeJeune Rd., Miami, FL
33126
8. Norme 51 de l’Association Américaine pour la Protection contre les Incendies (NFPA), 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
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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 W117.2, 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. Livret 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 PRATIQUES
SURES POUR LA PRÉPARATION À LA COUPE ET
AU SOUDAGE DE CONTENEURS ET TUYAUX
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
York, NY 10018
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1.07 Declaration of Conformity
Manufacturer: Thermal Dynamics Corporation
Address:82 Benning Street
West Lebanon, New Hampshire 03784
USA
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.
The equipment described in this manual conforms to all applicable aspects and regulations of the "EMC Directive" (European Council Directive 89/336/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 requirements. Among them are:
* CSA (Canadian Standards Association) standard C22.2 number 60 for Arc welding equipment.
* UL (Underwriters Laboratory) rating 94VO flammability testing for all printed-circuit boards used.
* CENELEC EN50199 EMC Product Standard for Arc Welding Equipment.
* ISO/IEC 60974-1 (BS 638-PT10) (EN 60 974-1) (EN50192) (EN50078) applicable to plasma cutting equipment and associ-
ated accessories.
* For environments with increased hazard of electrical shock, Power Supplies bearing the S mark conform to EN50192
when used in conjunction with hand torches with exposed cutting tips, if equipped with properly installed standoff guides.
* Extensive product design verification is conducted at the manufacturing facility as part of the routine design and manufac-
turing process. This is to ensure the product is safe, when used according 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 Dynamics has been manufacturing products for more than 30 years, and will continue to achieve excellence in our
area of manufacture.
Operations Director
Thermadyne Europe
Europa Building
Chorley N Industrial Park
Chorley, Lancashire,
England PR6 7BX
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1.08 Statement of Warranty
LIMITED WARRANTY: Subject to the terms and conditions established below, Thermal Dynamics® Corporation warrants to the original
retail purchaser that new Thermal Dynamics CUTMASTER™ 1Series plasma cutting systems sold after the effective date of this warranty
are free of defects in material and workmanship. Should any failure to conform to this warranty appear within the applicable period stated
below, Thermal Dynamics Corporation shall, upon notification thereof and substantiation that the product has been stored operated and
maintained in accordance with Thermal Dynamics’ specifications, instructions, recommendations and recognized industry practice, correct
such defects by suitable repair or replacement.
This warranty is exclusive and in lieu of any warranty of merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose.
Thermal Dynamics will repair or replace, at its discretion, any warranted parts or components that fail due to defects in material or
workmanship within the time periods set out below. Thermal Dynamics Corporation must be notified within 30 days of any failure, at
which time Thermal Dynamics Corporation will provide instructions on the warranty procedures to be implemented.
Thermal Dynamics Corporation will honor warranty claims submitted within the warranty periods listed below. All warranty periods
begin on the date of sale of the product to the original retail customer or 1 year after sale to an authorized Thermal Dynamics Distributor.
LIMITED WARRANTY PERIOD
Product
Power Supply Component s
(Parts and Labor)
Torc h and Leads
(Parts and Labor)
CUTMASTER™ 513 Years1 Year
CUTMASTER™ 813 Years1 Year
CUTMASTER™ 1013 Years1 Year
This warranty does not apply to:
1.Consumable Parts, such as tips, electrodes, shield cups, o - rings, starter cartridges, gas distributors, fuses, filters.
2.Equipment that has been modified by an unauthorized party, improperly installed, improperly operated or misused
based upon industry standards.
In the event of a claim under this warranty, the remedies shall be, at the discretion of Thermal Dynamics Corporation:
1.Repair of the defective product.
2.Replacement of the defective product.
3.Reimbursement of reasonable costs of repair when authorized in advance by Thermal Dynamics.
4.Payment of credit up to the purchase price less reasonable depreciation based on actual use.
These remedies may be authorized by Thermal Dynamics and are FOB West Lebanon, NH or an authorized Thermadyne service station.
Product returned for service is at the owner’s expense and no reimbursement of travel or transportation is authorized.
LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: Thermal Dynamics Corporation 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 customer of distributors (hereinafter
“Purchaser”) for service interruption. The remedies of the Purchaser set forth herein are exclusive and the liability of Thermal Dynamics
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 the goods covered by or furnished by Thermal Dynamics 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
liability is based.
This warranty becomes invalid if replacement parts or accessories are used which may impair the safety or performance of any
Thermal Dynamics product.
This warranty is invalid if the Thermal Dynamics product is sold by non - authorized persons.
Effective May 23, 2005
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SECTION 2:
INTRODUCTION
This Service Manual covers all types. Particular attention
is required in the Trouble-Shooting Section (Section 4) to
ensure that the technician selects the proper test points
and measurements for the Power Supply being serviced.
2.01 Scope Of Manual
This manual provides service instructions for Thermal
Dynamics CutMaster™ 81 Plasma Cutting Power Supply. Information in this manual is particularly applicable
to the troubleshooting and repair of this power supply,
and is intended for use by properly-trained service technicians familiar with this equipment.
For setup of this equipment, individual operating procedures, and basic troubleshooting, refer to Operating
Manual (0-2956).
Read both the operating manual and the service manual
thoroughly. A complete understanding of the capabilities and functions of this equipment will assure obtaining the performance for which it was designed.
The CutMaster™ 81 Power Supply is available for the
following input voltages:
• 208/230-Volt Single-Phase
• 400-Volt Three-Phase
• 415-Volt Three Phase
• 460-Volt Three-Phase
• 600-Volt Three-Phase
The 460-Volt Three-Phase unit may be converted for SinglePhase input power with a change of input power cord.
2.02 General Service Philosophy
Several key points are essential to properly support the
application and operation of this equipment.
A. Application
The equipment should satisfy the customer’s requirements as supplied and as described inSection 3 of this
manual. Be sure to confirm that the equipment is capable
of the application desired.
B. Modifications
No physical or electrical modifications other than selection of standard options and Accessories are to be made
to this equipment.
C. Customer/Operator Responsibilities
It is the customer/operator's responsibility to maintain
the equipment and peripheral accessories provided by
Thermal Dynamics in good operating order in accordance
with the procedures outlined in the operating manual,
and to protect the equipment from accidental or malicious damage.
D. Repair Restrictions
The electronics consists of Printed Circuit Board (PCB)
Assemblies which must be carefully handled and must
be replaced as units. No replacement of printed circuit
solder-mounted components is allowed except as noted
in this manual.
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Printed Circuit Board Assemblies to be returned must be
properly packaged in protective material and returned
intact per normal procedures.
2.03 Service Responsibilities
The service technician should be familiar with the equipment and its capabilities and should be prepared to recommend arrangements of components which will provide the most efficient layout, utilizing the equipment to
its best possible advantage.
Maintenance work should be accomplished in a timely
manner. If problems are encountered, or the equipment does not function as specified, contact the Technical Services Department at West Lebanon, NH for
assistance (1-603-298-5711).
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3.01 Scope
The purpose of this section is:
• To familiarize the service technician with the capabilities and limitations of the equipment;
• To provide an overall understanding which will allow the technician, in turn, to properly train customer operating personnel.
The power supply includes all control circuitry, electrical and air inputs and outputs, pilot circuitry, work cable with
clamp, andinput power cable.
3.02 Power Supply Specifications
CutMaster 81 Power Supply Specifications
208 / 230 VA C (187 - 253 VA C), S ingl e P has e, 50/60 Hz
400 VAC (360 - 440 VA C), Three Phase, 50/ 60 Hz
Inpu t P o w e r
Input Power Cable
Out put Current
Power Supply Gas Fi ltering Abi l i t y
Ambi ent Temperature
208/230V
and 460V Units
400V and 415V Uni ts
600V Uni ts
* NOTE: The duty c yc l e will be reduc ed if t he prim ary i nput power (AC)
415 VAC (370 - 460 VA C), CE Three Phase, 50 Hz
460 VAC (414 - 506 VA C), S i ngle P has e, 60 Hz
460 VAC (414 - 506 VA C), Three Phase, 60 Hz
600 VAC (517 - 632 VA C), Three Phase, 60 hz
Cable for 208/230 V A C uni t i ncludes pl ug.
20 - 60 Amps , Continuous l y Adjustabl e
Part iculat es to 20 Microns
CutMaster 81 Power Sup ply Duty Cy cl e *
40° C (104° F)
IEC
Rating
Duty Cycle
Current60A60A6 0A60A45A4 5A
DC Volt age104V109V104V109V98V98V
Duty Cycle
Current60An/a6 0An/a45An/a
DC Volt age104Vn/ a104Vn/a98Vn/ a
Duty Cycle
Current60A60A6 0A60A43A4 3A
DC Volt age104V109V104V109V97V97V
50
50
50
TDC
Rating
IEC
Rating
TDC
Rating
60%100%
60%100%
60%100%
IEC
Rating
TDC
Rating
IEC Rating is determined as specified by the International Electro-Technical Commission. These specifications
include calculating an output voltage based upon power supply rated current. To facilitate comparison between
power supplies, all manufacturers use this output voltage to determine duty cycle.
TDC Rating is determined using an output voltage representative of actual output voltage during cutting with a
TDC torch. This voltage may be more or less than IEC voltage, depending upon choice of torch, consumables, and
actual cutting operation.
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NOTE:
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Art # A-03578
Handle and Leads Wrap
Control Panel
Torch Leads Receptacle
Work Cable
and Clamp
Gas Pressure Regulator /
Ports for Optional Automation
Interface Cable
Gas Pressure Gauge
Input Power Cord
Filter Assembly
Gas Inlet Port
Art # A-03738
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1. Front Panel Controls and Features
• Main Power ON
• RUN
/ OFF Switch
/RAPID AUTO RESTART SET Switch
• Output Current Control (A) Sets output current for drag cutting (up to 40 Amps for drag cutting, with the
torch tip in contact with the workpiece, or for standoff cutting (up to 60 amps).
2. Front Panel Indicators
• AC When lighted, indicates AC input power is present in thepower supply.
• TEMP When lighted, indicates the power supply is overheated.
• GAS When lighted, indicates that adequate input air pressure for power supply operation is present.
• DC When lighted, indicates that power supply output circuits are active.
NOTE
Minimum pressure for power supply operation is lower than minimum pressure for torch operation.
3. Dimensions and Weight
83 lb / 37.6 kg
17.3 in /
439 mm
27.5 in / 696 mm
12.4 in /
A-03572
315 mm
3.03 Air Regulator/Filter Assembly Specifications
The following specifications apply to the Air Regulator/Filter Assembly only:
1. Operating Pressure
65 psi (4.5 bar)
2. Maximum input air supply pressure
125 psi (8.6 bar)
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SECTION 4:
4.03 System Theory
TROUBLESHOOTING
4.01 Introduction
This section provides service diagnostics for the CutMaster 81 Power Supply, allowing the Technician to isolate
any faulty subassemblies. Refer to Section 5, Repairs &
Replacement Procedures, for parts replacement instructions.
Under no circumstances are field repairs to be attempted
on Printed Circuit Boards or other subassemblies of this
unit. Evidence of unauthorized repairs will void the factory warranty.
NOTE
The troubleshooting contained in this manual is
for the Power Supply only. Troubleshooting other
parts of the system is covered in the manuals for
those products.
4.02 Periodic Inspection & Cleaning
Procedures
WARNING
Disconnect primary power and bleed down the system before disassembling the torch, leads, or power
supply.
A. Logic PC Board Functions
The Logic PC Board controls the timing and sequencing of the system. It monitors gas pressure and power
supply internal temperatures, and controls the gas flow.
The Logic Board also controls the safety latch circuit.
After the ON/OFF switch is closed on the front panel,
the AC Indicator turns on.
The GAS indicator
gas pressure in the power supply to enable power sup-
ply operation.
Minimum gas pressure for power supply operation
is lower than the minimum for torch operation.
When the unit is at “idle” the AC indicator on
the Front Panel should be ON. When the torch is activated, the gas begins to flow. After a brief preflow, the
INV ON signal is given, and the DC indicator on
the Front Panel turns ON.
An open circuit voltage of approximately 230 to 300 vdc
(depending on input power) is produced when the
switching of the IGBTs in the Main PC Board is turned
ON by an INV ON signal from the Logic PC Board. A
circuit on the Logic PC Board monitors the output voltage. When the output voltage drops below 60 vdc, indicating a problem exists, the Logic PC Board sends a signal which turns OFF the INV ON Enable signal. This
happens in less than 50 milliseconds.
is ON when there is sufficient
NOTE
To clean the unit, open the enclosure per procedure in
section 5.05-A, Cover Removal, and use a vacuum cleaner
to remove any accumulated dirt and dust. The unit
should also be wiped clean. If necessary, solvents for
cleaning electrical apparatus may be used.
Refer to the Appendix for maintenance schedule and procedures.
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When the torch is activated, gas will flow for approximately two seconds before DC is established (indicated on the front panel). Then the gas shuts off briefly.
The gas flow then starts again and the torch starts a
pilot arc.
When the torch is close to the workpiece, the cutting
arc "transfers" to the work.
The resulting current is sensed by the Current Sense
circuit, resulting in the demand level changing from
pilot current to the main current control setting, and
then the main cutting arc starts. If the torch is removed
from the workpiece while the torch switch is still
pressed, the main arc extinguishes and the pilot arc
automatically restarts.
CutMaster 81 Logic Boa rd Indi ca tors
Indicator M ean ing
D13Invert er ON
D33Torch S wit ch O N
D25Dra g Circ u i t ON
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4.04 Common Operating Problems
WARNINGS
Disconnect primary power at the source before disassembling the power supply, torch, or torch leads.
Frequently review the Important Safety Precautions in Section 1. Be sure the operator is equipped
with proper gloves, clothing, and eye and ear protection. Make sure no part of the operator's body
comes into contact with the workpiece while the
torch is activated.
Sparks from the cutting process can cause damage
to coated, painted, and other surfaces such as glass,
plastic and metal.
E. Dross
When dross is present on carbon steel, it is commonly
referred to as either “high speed, slow speed, or top
dross”. Dross present on top of the plate is normally
caused by too great a torch to plate distance. "Top
dross" is normally very easy to remove and can often
be wiped off with a welding glove. "Slow speed dross"
is normally present on the bottom edge of the plate.
It can vary from a light to heavy bead, but does not
adhere tightly to the cut edge, and can be easily
scraped off. "High speed dross" usually forms a narrow bead along the bottom of the cut edge and is very
difficult to remove. When cutting a troublesome steel,
it is sometimes useful to reduce the cutting speed to
produce "slow speed dross". Any resultant cleanup
can be accomplished by scraping, not grinding.
F. Parts - In - Place Circuit
Handle torch leads with care and protect them from
damage.
A. Piloting
Piloting is harder on parts life than actual cutting because the pilot arc is directed from the electrode to
the tip rather than to a workpiece. Whenever possible, avoid excessive pilot arc time to improve parts
life.
B. Torch Standoff
Improper standoff (the distance between the torch tip
and workpiece) can adversely affect tip life as well as
shield cup life. Standoff may also significantly affect
the bevel angle. Reducing standoff generally results
in a more square cut.
C. Edge Starting
For edge starts, hold the torch perpendicular to the
workpiece with the front of the torch tip at the edge
of the workpiece, not touching, at the point where the
cut is to start. When starting at the edge of the plate,
do not pause at the edge and force the arc to “reach”
for the edge of the metal. Establish the cutting arc as
quickly as possible.
D. Direction of Cut
The plasma gas stream swirls as it leaves the torch.
The purpose of the swirl is to maintain a smooth column of gas. The swirl effect results in one side of a
cut being more square than the other. Viewed along
the direction of travel, the right side of the cut is more
square than the left.
The power supply connects to Models SL60 or SL100
Torches. Parts-In-Place circuitry in the power supply
checks for the presence of torch consumable parts in
the torch head. When the shield cup is properly installed, there is a slight gap between the shield cup
and the torch handle. Gas vents through this gap as
part of normal operation. Do not attempt to force the
shield cup to close this gap. Forcing the shield cup
against the torch head or torch handle can damage
torch components.
G. Common Cutting Faults
1. Insufficient Penetration
a. Cutting speed too fast
b. Torch tilted too much
c. Metal too thick
d. Worn torch parts
e. Cutting current too low
f.Non-Genuine Thermal Dynamics parts used
2. Main Arc Extinguishes
a. Cutting speed too slow
b. Torch standoff too high from workpiece
c. Cutting current too high
d. Work cable disconnected
e. Worn torch parts
f.Non-Genuine Thermal Dynamics parts used
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3. Excessive Dross Formation
The troubleshooting guide has subsections as follows:
a. Cutting speed too slow
b. Torch standoff too high from workpiece
c. Worn torch parts
d. Improper cutting current
e. Non-Genuine Thermal Dynamics parts used
4. Short Torch Parts Life
a. Moisture in air source
b. Exceeding system capability (material too thick)
c. Excessive pilot arc time
d. Gas pressure too low
e. Improperly assembled torch
f.Incorrect torch parts for the operation
g. Non-Genuine Thermal Dynamics parts used
4.05 Troubleshooting Guide General Information
Section 4.06 - Circuit Fault Isolation
Section 4.07 - Main Input and Internal Power Prob-
lems
Section 4.08 - Pilot Arc Problems
Section 4.09 - Main Arc Problems
Section 4.10 - Test Procedures
Subsection 4.10 includes specific test procedures and indicator status identification tables. The subsection is referenced by the troubleshooting guide for the specific test
to be performed. The Power Supply is available for several input voltages. The technician must select the proper
test points and measurements for the Power Supply being
serviced.
B. How to Use the Troubleshooting Guide
The following information is a guide to help the Service
Technician determine the most likely causes for various
symptoms. This guide is set up in the following manner:
1. Perform operational check(s) on the equipment to isolate problem to possible circuit(s) per Subsection 4.06,
Circuit Fault Isolation.
WARNING
There are extremely dangerous voltage and power
levels present inside this unit. Do not attempt to
diagnose or repair unless you have had training in
power electronics measurement and troubleshooting techniques.
A. General Information
This Section covers advanced troubleshooting, which requires power supply disassembly and live measurements.
Advanced troubleshooting and repair of this unit is a process which should be undertaken only by those familiar
with high voltage high power electronic equipment.
If major complex subassemblies are faulty, the faulty subassembly must be returned for repair.
NOTE
Follow all instructions as listed and complete each
in the order presented.
2. Determine symptom and isolate to defective assembly using the following format:
X. Symptom (Bold Type)
Any Special Instructions (Text Type)
1. Cause (Italic Type)
a. Check/Remedy (Text Type)
3. Locate your symptom in the appropriate Subsection.
4. Check the causes (easiest listed first) for the symptom.
5. Check the remedies listed for each cause.
6. Repair as needed being sure to verify that unit is fully
operational after any repairs.
NOTES
Many signals are transferred between Printed Circuit Board Assemblies on Cables. If these cables
become faulty they can then cause various problems. Do not forget about these cables when
troubleshooting.
While troubleshooting visually inspect the internal
components for signs of overheating, fractures and
damage.
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4.06 Circuit Fault Isolation
B. Initial Setup Conditions
A. Controls and Indicators
A
40
20
3
60
1
Art # A-03845
1. ON/OFF switch. This switch controls AC power to the
unit. Up is ON, down is OFF.
2. RUN / RAPID AUTO RESTART / SET switch. This
switch controls gas flow to the torch. Up is RUN, for
general torch operation. Center position is RAPID
AUTO RESTART, for an uninterrupted restart when
cutting expanded metal or in gouging or trimming operations. Down is SET, for setting gas pressure and
purging lines.
3. Current control knob (A) This control regulates current to the torch. At output settings over 40 amps, circuitry in the power supply automatically reduces output current to 40 amps if the torch tip contacts the
workpiece.
4. AC indicator When lit, indicates operating
power is present in the unit.
4
5
6
7
2
This section is to help isolate the defective circuit before
troubleshooting, identify symptoms, and test the unit for
proper operation. Follow the instructions as given to identify the possible symptom(s) and the defective circuit.
After repairs are complete, run the following tests again
to verify that the unit is fully operational.
1. Connect gas supply to rear of Power Supply.
2. Turn on gas supply and set operating pressure per
pressure setting label on power supply.
NOTE
Minimum gas pressure for power supply operation
is lower than the minimum for torch operation.
3. Set the Power Supply controls as follows:
• ON/OFF switch to OFF (Down)
• RUN / RAPID AUTO RESTART / SET switch to
SET (Down)
• CURRENT control (A) to maximum
C. Main Input and Internal Power Tests
1. Connect main AC power to the unit.
2. Set the Power Supply ON/OFF switch to ON (up) and
note the following:
• AC indicator is steady ON
• Main PCB Relay energizes, pulling in main input
contactor (W1)
• TEMP Indicator is O FF
• GAS Indicator is ON if input pressure is sufficient for power supply operation.
NOTE
5. TEMP indicator turns on when internal sensors
detect temperatures above normal limits.
6. GAS indicator Indicates adequate gas pressure
for power supply operation.
NOTE
Minimum gas pressure for power supply operation is lower than the minimum for torch operation.
7. DC indicator Indicates DC power output circuit
is active. (Torch must be activated).
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Minimum gas pressure for power supply operation
is lower than the minimum for torch operation.
• DC indicator is OFF
• Gas flows
• Fans operate
3. Set the Power Supply RUN / RAPID AUTO RESTART
/ SET switch to the RUN (up) position and note the
following:
• Gas flow stops
This completes the Main Input and Internal Power Tests.
If the above are all correct then proceed to paragraph 'D'. If
not, note the symptom and proceed to Subsection 4.07,
Main Input and Internal Power Problems.
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D. Pilot Arc Test
1. Activate the torch (press torch switch on the handle,
send START signal from CNC Control, or press the
torch switch on the Remote Pendant) to establish a
pilot arc and note the following:
3. Carefully lift the cover off the unit, and remove the nut
securing the ground wire to the side panel.
4. Re-install the cover by reversing the above steps.
• Gas flows
• Preflow delay (approximately two seconds) then DC
indicator turns ON
• Pilot arc is established
This completes the Pilot Arc Test. If the above are all correct then proceed to paragraph 'E'. If the unit does not
function properly, then note the symptom and proceed
to Subsection 4.08, Pilot Arc Problems.
E. Main Arc Test
Make sure the work cable is firmly connected to the workpiece. Activate the torch (press torch switch on the handle,
send START signal from CNC Control or press the torch
switch on the Remote Pendant) to establish a pilot arc.
Bring the torch to within 1/8"-3/8" (3-10 mm) of the workpiece to establish the main cutting arc, and note the following:
• Main cutting arc transfers to workpiece.
This completes the Main Arc Test. If the above are all
correct then the equipment should be operating properly.
If problems still persist then contact Technical Services.
If the torch does not function as noted then note the symptom and proceed to Subsection 4.09, Main Arc Problems.
Upper screws
Lower
screws
Lower
screws
Ground wire
Art # A-03792
4.07 Main Input and Internal
Power Problems
A. Opening Power Supply Enclosure
The cover of the Power Supply must be removed for access to input power connections and test points.
WARNING
Disconnect primary power at the source before assembling or disassembling the Power Supply, torch
parts, or torch and leads assemblies.
1. Remove the upper screws securing the cover to the
main assembly.
2. Loosen, but do not remove, the lower screws.
NOTE
There is a ground wire attached from the cover to
the main body of the unit.
Cover Removal
Locate your symptom below:
A. Main power line fuses blow as soon as main
disconnect is closed
1. Input power cable installed incorrectly or defective
power cord.
a. Check that the input power cable is not defec-
tive or installed incorrectly. Section 4.10-D illustrates wiring connections.
2. Main input contactor (W1) stuck.
a. Check contactor. Replace if stuck.
B. Main power line fuses blow immediately after the
ON/OFF Switch is turned on.
1. Faulty Input Diode
a. Test Input Diode per Subsection 4.10-C; repair
as necessary.
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C. Fans do not operate; all control panel indicators OFF
1. Front Panel ON/OFF switch in OFF position
a. Place switch to ON (up) position.
2. Main power disconnect open
a. Close main power disconnect.
3. Torch is not properly connected to Power Supply.
a. Check torch connections to Power Supply.
Tighten or adjust as needed.
4. Shield cup not fully tightened on torch head.
a. Check shield cup for proper installation. Do
not overtighten.
5. Main power line fuses blown
a. Replace main power line fuses.
6. Improper input power cable connections inside Power
Supply
a. Refer to System Schematic and correct if needed.
7. Defective input power cable
a. Replace input power cable.
8. Fuse blown inside Power Supply
a. Replace internal Fuse per Subsection 5.06-A.
9. Line voltage above 10% tolerance (over voltage protection)
Measure for 28 VAC on Main PC Board from J23-1
to J23-3.
a. If voltage is not present, replace the Main PC
Board.
J16
J17
J15
E1
E2
E3
J11
E15
E7
J25
E10
E20
E22
TP4
FUSE
INPUT
DIODE
TP1
U1
J23
J24
J34
J32
J29
J33
J18
E5
E6
J27
J43
E32
J26
E27
E30
Art # A-03651
IGBT A
Main Printed Circuit Board Layout (logic board not shown)
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E33
E4
J30
J31
E23
IGBT B
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11. Faulty ON/OFF switch
4. Faulty Temperature Sensor / Switch
Measure for 28 VAC on the Main PC Board between J18-5 to J18-6.
a. If voltage is not present replace the ON/OFF
Switch.
12. Faulty Main PC Board
Measure for 12 vdc on Main PC Board
from TP4 to
TP1.
a. If voltage is not present, replace the Main PC
Board.
D. Fans do not run; AC , GAS and TEMP
indicators ON, DC indicator off
A
Art # A-03984
a. Shut input power off. Check IGBT Heatsink
Temp Sensor (TS1). Disconnect wire connector
P29 from terminal J29 on Main PC Board. Check
connector pins 1 and 2 for 10K ohm (±25%) (at
ambient temperature). If resistance is not 10K
ohm (±25%), replace TS1.
b. Shut input power off. Check Inductor Temp
Switch (TS2). Disconnect wire connector P32
from terminal J32 on Main PC Board. Check
connector pins 1 and 2 for resistance. If resistance is greater than 12K ohms, replace output
inductor (L1). If temp switch is open, replace
Main PC Board.
E. No gas flow; RUN / RAPID AUTO RESTART /SET
switch in SET position; AC indicator ON;
TEMP GAS and DC indicators OFF
A
1. Air flow through unit is restricted
a. Provide adequate air flow
2. Exceeded Duty Cycle of Power Supply
a. Deactivate torch and wait for fan to cool unit. Refer
to Specifications Section for proper duty Cycle for
this unit.
3. Faulty Fan(s)
Measure for 230 VAC (±) on the Main PC Board
from J15-1 to J15-5, and from J15-2 to J15-6.
• If voltage at J15-1 to J15-5 is correct, replace lower
Fan (M1).
• If voltage at J15-2 to J15-6 is correct, replace upper Fan (M2).
Art # A-03985
1. Gas supply not connected to unit
a. Connect to gas supply.
2. Gas supply not turned on
a. Turn gas supply on.
3. Gas pressure too low
a. Adjust gas pressure per pressure setting label
on power supply.
4. Faulty RUN / RAPID AUTO RESTART / SET switch
a. Check continuity.
5. Faulty Gas Solenoid circuit
a. Test Gas Solenoid circuit per Subsection 4.10-E;
repair as necessary.
6. Faulty Logic Board
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F.RUN / RAPID AUTO RESTART /SET switch in
RUN or RAPID AUTO RESTART position; AC
indicator
ON; TEMP , GAS , and DC
indicators OFF
A
Art # A-03986
1. Gas pressure too low
a. Set operating pressure per pressure setting la-
bel on power supply.
2. Faulty Components in Unit
Measure for 12 vdc from wire #10 to wire #11 at the
Gas Pressure Switch, located on the right side of
the unit.
a. If 12 vdc is present and pressure is above 50 psi
(3.4 bar), replace Gas Pressure Switch/Solenoid
Assembly. Refer to Section 5.08-A.
b. If pressure is above 50 psi (3.4 bar) and 12 vdc is
not present, replace the Logic PC Board.
c. Remove one wire from the pressure switch.
Check for ± 0 vdc at Main PC Board pin J24-3 to
J24-4 from the Logic PC Board. Refer to Main
PC Board Layout.
• If less than a volt, replace Logic PC Board.
TP4
TP2
TP1
TP3
D13
TP6
D33
P1-7
P1-9
TP9
TP10
TP11
TP5
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TP8
Logic Board Layout
TP7
Art # A-03654
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G. Gas continues to flow with RUN / RAPID AUTO
RESTART / SET switch in RUN position.
1. Damaged gas solenoid.
I.Gas cycles on and off when power is turned on; AC
indicator flashes; TEMP indicator off,
a. Turn the front panel ON/OFF switch to OFF.
• If gas continues to flow, debris from the air line
is preventing the solenoid from closing. Clean
or replace the solenoid.
2. Faulty RUN / RAPID AUTO RESTART / SET switch.
a. Put switch in SET position. Disconnect wire
harness connector from Main PC Board receptacle J18. Check continuity through wire harness sockets 7 and 8. If no continuity, replace
switch.
3. Faulty Logic PCB.
a. Measure for approximately 12 vdc between
P1-7 and TP-1 on the Logic PCB.
• If 0 vdc is present, replace Logic PCB.
H. Gas flows continuously when power is turned on;
AC indicator
flashes, TEMP indicator off,
GAS indicator ON, DC indicator off
A
GAS indicator
ON
A
Art # A-03987
1. Torch shield cup is loose.
a. Tighten shield cup by hand. Do not overtighten.
2. Torch tip, electrode, or starter cartridge missing
a. Turn off power supply. Remove shield cup, in-
stall missing parts.
3. Torch starter cartridge is stuck
a. Turn off power supply. Bleed down the system.
Remove shield cup, tip, and starter cartridge.
Check starter cartridge lower end fitting for free
movement. Replace cartridge if lower end fitting does not move freely.
Art # A-03987
1. Torch switch is activated (closed) before user turns power
on
a. Release torch switch, turn power supply OFF,
then ON (with torch switch released).
2. Faulty torch switch
a. Turn power supply OFF. Disconnect torch from
power supply. Refer to Appendix Pages for
Torch Pin-Out Diagrams. Check torch switch
continuity through sockets 3 and 4.
NOTE
In mechanized (machine) torch applications, remote
pendant control switch must also be closed.
Start Cartridge
Lower End Fitting
Art # A-03621
4. Shorted power supply torch receptacle
a. Turn Power Supply OFF. Bleed down the system.
Disconnect the torch from the power supply.
Check the torch receptacle for continuity between
the pilot connection and the negative / plasma
connection. Refer to Appendix pages. There
should be no continuity.
5. Shorted output power PC Board.
a. Turn Power Supply OFF. Bleed down the system.
Refer to Appendix pages, Output Board Wiring Diagram. Check output power PC Board for continuity
between terminals E35 and E64. If continuity is found,
replace Output Power PC Board.
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J16
J17
J15
E22
TP4
FUSE
TP1
U1
J23
J24
J34
J32
J29
J33
J18
E5
E6
J27
E1
E2
E3
J11
E15
E7
J25
E10
E20
Art # A-03651
INPUT
DIODE
E4
IGBT A
E33
J30
J31
E23
Main Printed Circuit Board Layout (Logic PCB Not Shown)
J43
E32
J26
E27
E30
IGBT B
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4.08 Pilot Arc Problems
WARNING
3. Faulty IGBT(s)
a. Measure between the following points on the
IGBTs:
• IGBT A:E4 to E10
The following tests must be performed with the power
supply connected to primary input power. There
are extremely dangerous voltage and power levels
present inside this unit. Do not attempt to diagnose
or repair without proper training in power electronics measurement and troubleshooting techniques.
Locate your symptom below:
A. Torch will not pilot; gas flows; AC indicator
ON, GAS , TEMP , and DC indicators
OFF
A
Art # A-03988
E10 to E20
• IGBT B:E23 to E27
E27 to E30
Voltage should be approximately 20 vdc before
the start signal is active. If voltage measures
greater than 100 vdc when the start signal is
active, replace the respective IGBT(s).
B. Torch will not pilot; RUN / RAPID AUTO RE-
START /SET switch in RUN or RAPID AUTO
RESTART; AC
and GAS indicators ON;
Temp and DC indicators OFF
A
Art # A-03990
1. Gas pressure is below power supply minimum requirement
a. Adjust gas pressure per pressure setting label
on power supply.
2. Upper O-ring on torch head is in wrong position.
a. Remove shield cup from torch; check position of
upper O-ring. Correct if necessary.
Upper Groove
with Vent Holes
Must Remain Open
Upper O-Ring
in Correct Groove
Threads
Lower O-Ring
Art # A-03725
1. Gas pressure is below torch minimum requirement
(NOTE: Minimum pressure for power supply operation is lower than minimum required for torch operation.)
a. Adjust gas pressure per pressure setting label
on power supply.
2. Torch tip, starter cartridge, or electrode missing.
a. Turn off power supply. Remove shield cup, in-
stall missing parts.
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3. Torch starter cartridge is stuck
4. Faulty Temperature Sensor / Switch
a. Turn off power supply. Remove shield cup, tip,
and starter cartridge. Check lower end fitting
on starter cartridge for free movement. Replace
cartridge if lower end fitting does not move freely.
Start Cartridge
Lower End Fitting
4. Worn or faulty torch parts
a. Inspect torch consumable parts. Replace if nec-
essary.
C. Torch will not pilot; AC
, TEMP , and
GAS indicators ON, DC indicator off
Art # A-03621
CAUTION
Turn off input power for the following tests.
a. Check IGBT Heatsink Temp Sensor (TS1). Dis-
connect wire connector P29 from terminal J29
on Main PC Board. Check connector pins 1 and
2 for 10k ohm (± 25%) (at ambient temperature).
If resistance is not 10K ohm (±25%), replace TS1.
b. Check Inductor Temp Switch (TS2). Disconnect
wire connector P32 from terminal J32 on Main
PC Board. Check connector pins 1 and 2 for at
least 12K ohms. If resistance is less than 12K
ohms, replace output inductor (L1). If temp
switch is open, replace Main PC Board.
5. Faulty Main PC Board
a. Check for (±) 12 vdc on Main PC Board between
TP4 and TP1. If (±) 0 vdc is present, replace
Main PC Board.
6. Faulty Fan(s)
Measure for (±) 230VAC on Main PC Board from
J15-1 to J15-5, and from J15-2 to J15-6.
A
Art # A-03989
1. Air flow blocked
a. Check for blocked air flow around the unit and
correct condition.
2. Unit is overheated
a. Let unit cool down for at least 5 minutes. Make
sure the unit has not been operated beyond Duty
Cycle limit. Refer to duty cycle data in Specifications Section.
3. Input Line Voltage is low
a. Check and connect to proper input power line.
• If voltage at 15-1 to J15-5 is correct, replace upper
fan (M1).
• If voltage at 15-2 to J15-6 is correct, replace lower
fan (M2).
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D. Gas flows; AC indicator and GAS indicators
2. Oil/moisture in air lines
ON; TEMP indicator off; DC indicator
off or blinks on/off once.
A
OR
Art # A-03991
1. Faulty IGBT or Output Diode Module Assembly(s)
a. Check per Subsection 4.10-C; repair as needed.
2. Faulty Main PCB
a. Test per Subsection 4.10-F; repair as needed.
ENo arc or intermittent arc in torch; Gas flows;
AC , GAS and DC indicators ON;
TEMP indicator off
a. Put the ON / OFF switch in the ON (up) posi-
tion. Put the RUN / RAPID AUTO RESTART /
SET switch in the SET (down) position.
b. Place a welding filter lens in front of the torch
and turn on the air. Any oil or moisture in the
air will be visible on the lens. Do not start an
arc!
c. Purge system. If problem corrected, add filters
in line with air source.
3. Incorrect torch parts
a. Inspect the torch parts; replace as needed.
4. Faulty leads
a. Check torch leads continuity.
5. Faulty torch
a. Check torch.
6. Faulty connection of wire #58 or 62 to Pilot Board
a. Check wiring connection. Refer to the System
Schematic in the Appendix. Connections
should be:
• Wire #58 to Pilot Board terminal E58
• Wire #62 to Pilot Board terminal E62
A
Art # A-03992
1. Gas pressure set incorrectly (too high)
a. Reset gas pressure per pressure setting label on
power supply.
If wires 58 and 62 are not connected to the proper
terminals, replace the Pilot Board.
7. Faulty Main PC Board
a. Check for approximately 12 vdc at TP4 to TP1.
If less than 2 vdc, replace the Main PC Board.
8. Faulty Logic Board or Faulty Pilot Board
a. Install a jumper between wires 58 and 62 on
Pilot Board and retry piloting. If torch pilots
with jumper installed, replace Pilot Board. If
torch does not pilot, replace Logic Board.
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4.09 Main Arc Problems
Locate your symptom below:
A. Main cutting arc will not start
1. Work cable not connected.
a. Connect work cable.
2. Holding too high of a standoff.
a. Refer to recommended standoff heights. Adjust
as needed.
3. Workpiece is painted or rusty.
a. Clean workpiece.
4. Faulty Main PC Board or Logic Board.
a. Measure for ±0 vdc at TP2 to TP1 on the Logic
Board when attempting to transfer. Refer to
Logic Board Layout.
• If voltage goes to 0 vdc replace Output Board.
• If not, replace Main PC Board.
5. Faulty Main Input Contactor.
a. Check per Subsection 4.10-D.
B. When operating the amperage drops off after the
main cutting arc starts.
1. Torch tip contacts workpiece
Lift the torch tip off the work. At output settings
over 40 amps, circuitry in the power supply automatically reduces output current to 40 amps if
the torch tip contacts the workpiece.
2. Faulty Pilot Board
a. With power off and wires E58 and E62 discon-
nected from the pilot board, measure for continuity between terminals #E58 and #E62. If continuity is found, replace Pilot Board.
J16
J17
J15
E1
E2
E3
J11
E15
E7
J25
E10
E20
E22
TP4
FUSE
INPUT
DIODE
TP1
U1
J23
J24
J34
J32
J29
J33
J18
E5
E6
J27
J43
E32
J26
E27
E30
Art # A-03651
IGBT A
Main Printed Circuit Board Layout (logic board not shown)
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E33
E4
J30
J31
E23
IGBT B
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4.10 Test Procedures
The test procedures in this subsection are referenced in
the troubleshooting section.
A. Safety Precautions
1. Significant DC Voltage exists after removal of input
power. Allow two minutes for discharge time. Voltage measured on input capacitors must be zero before performing service on the power supply.
2. Do Not touch electrical components with any part of
the human body when power is applied.
5. Connect the volt/ohmmeter positive lead to the anode (+) of the diode and the negative lead to the
cathode (-) of the diode for forward bias testing (refer to following figure). A properly functioning diode will conduct in the forward bias direction and
indicate between 0.3 to 0.9 volts.
Art # A-00307
0.75
3. Keep away from any moving parts.
4. Hot surfaces can cause severe burns. Allow equipment to cool before servicing.
5. Electrostatic discharge can damage printed circuit
board assemblies. Transport printed circuit boards in
proper antistatic shielded packages. Use proper
grounding techniques with wrist strap before handling
printed circuit boards.
6. Misaligned plugs can cause printed circuit board damage. Be sure plugs are properly aligned and completely seated.
7. Excessive pressure can damage printed circuit boards.
Use only minimal pressure and gentle movement
when disconnecting or connecting printed circuit
board plugs.
B. Diode Testing Basics
WARNING
Disconnect primary power at the source before disassembling the power supply, torch, or torch leads.
Forward Bias
Diode Conducting
Diode Test Symbol
Anode
Cathode
VR
+
COM
_
A
Testing Diode Forward Bias
6.Reverse the meter leads across the diode for reverse
bias testing (refer to following figure). A properly
functioning diode will block in the reverse bias direction and depending on the meter function will
indicate an open or “OL”.
Art # A-00306
OL
Testing of diode modules requires a digital volt/ohmmeter that has a diode test scale. Remember that even if
the diode module checks good, it may still be bad. If in
doubt, replace the diode module.
1. Locate the diode module to be tested.
2. Remove cables from mounting studs on diodes to isolate the module.
3. Set digital volt/ohmmeter to diode test scale.
4. Using the Figures for each test, check each diode in the
module. Each diode must be checked in forward bias
(plus to negative) and reverse bias (negative to plus)
direction.
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Reverse Bias
Diode Not Conducting
Cathode
Anode
Testing Diode Reverse Bias
+
VR
COM
_
A
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7.If a diode checks bad, replace the diode module.
8.Reconnect all cables.
C. Diode Module Board Tests
WARNING
Disconnect primary power at the source before taking any resistance checks.
1. Input Diode Module Board Circuit Test
For 208/230-Volt Power Supplies:
208/230V Input Diode PCB
Met e r (+) M e ter (-)Indicat ion
E7E1Open
E1E 7Diode Drop
E15E 1Diode Drop
E1E15Open
E15E 7Diode Drop *
E7E15Open
* Indicat i on can be twice
other indicati ons.
a.Remove AC power. Refer to Appendix 5-A or 5-B,
Main PCB Wiring diagram.
b. Check Input Diode for shorted input diode. With
an ohmmeter set on the diode range make the following checks from Main PC Board to Input Diode:
For 400-Volt, 415-Volt, 460-Volt, and 600-Volt Power
Supplies:
400V, 415V , 460V , and 600V
Input Diode Indications
Meter +Met er -Indicati on
E15E1Diode Drop
E1E15Open
E15E2Diode Drop
E2E15Open
E15E3Diode Drop
E3E15Open
E7E1Open
E1E7Diode Drop
E7E2Open
E2E7Diode Drop
E7E3Open
E3E7Diode Drop
E7E15Open
E15E7Diode Drop*
* Indicat ion can be twic e
other indic ations .
c.The meter should indicate a diode drop in one di-
rection and an open in the other direction for each
check. Replace the Input Diode Module Board if
the readings do not match the chart.
d. If Input Diode Module Board is shorted, make the
following checks with an ohmmeter at the Main
Contactor (W1):
Met e r (+) M eter (-) Indicat i on
L1T1Open
L2T2Open
L3T3Open
If any test has resistance, then replace the Main Contactor.
2. Output Diode Module Board Circuit Test
a.Use an ohmmeter set on the diode function and
make the following measurements on the Output
Diode Module Boards to Power Output PC Board.
Output Diode AOutput Diode B
Meter + M eter - Met er + M et er -
E37E58E 36E 57Diode Drop *
E58E37E57E36Open
E37E47E 36E 49Diode Drop
E47E37E49E36Open
E58E47E57E49Open
E47E58E 49E 57 Diode Drop
* Indicat i on can be twice other indi c ations .
Indication
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b. The meter should indicate a diode drop in one di-
rection and an open in the other direction for each
check. Replace the Output Diode Module Board(s)
if the readings do not match the chart.
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3. IGBT Module Board Circuit Test
a.Use an ohmmeter set on the diode function and
make the following measurements on the IGBT
Module Board(s) to the Main PC Board.
IGBT PCB AIGBT PCB B
Indication
Met er + M et er - M et er + Met er -
E10E4E 27E 23Diode Drop
E4E10E23E27Open
E10E20E27E30Open
E20E10E 30E 27Diode Drop
E4E20E23E30Open
E20E4E 30E 23Diode Drop *
* Indicat i on can be twice other indi c ations .
b. The meter should indicate a diode drop in one di-
rection and an open in the other direction for each
check. Replace IGBT Module Board(s) if readings
are not the same as the chart.
D. Main Input Power Test
WARNING
The following tests must be performed with the
power supply connected to primary input power.
There are extremely dangerous voltage and power
levels present inside this unit. Do not attempt to
diagnose or repair without proper training in power
electronics measurement and troubleshooting techniques.
Reconnect power and observe proper start-up procedure.
AC indicator on the Front Panel should be ON. If
indicator is OFF there is no voltage to the Power Supply or
an overvoltage condition exists.
1.If AC indicator on Front Panel is OFF, check
for proper AC input voltage between input cables
on the Main Contactor. Input voltage should be as
shown in the following chart. If not, check for
proper voltage at the main power source.
TP4
TP2
TP1
TP3
D13
TP6
D33
P1-7
P1-9
TP9
TP10
TP11
TP5
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TP8
Logic Board Layout
TP7
Art # A-03654
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Contactor Volt age Readings
Nominal
Inp u t Volta g e
Contactor
Points
Voltage
Range
208/230VA CL1, L2187-253VAC
400VACL1, L3360-440VA C
415VACL1, L3370-460VA C
460VACL1, L3414-506VA C
2.Check for 28 VAC at J23-1 to J23-3 on the Main PC
Board.
a. If greater than 30 VAC, input line power is too
high.
b. If there is no AC power, check the fuse. If the
fuse is okay, the auxiliary transformer is faulty.
Replace the Main PC Board.
E. Gas Solenoid Circuit Test
To E2
To E3
Connections to
Main PCB
To E1
T1 T2 T3
L1 L2 L3
Input Side
L3
L2
L1
#5
#12
#13
400 / 415 / 460 / 600-Volt Main Input Contactor
(Three-Phase Input Power Shown)
#4
Main Contactor
Art # A-03194
Make the following voltage checks and replace the faulty
part as required.
1.Place the RUN / RAPID AUTO RESTART / SET
Switch to the SET position.
2.Measure for 28 VAC across Solenoid wires #8 and
#9. Refer to System Schematic in Appendix Section.
• If 28 VAC is present, replace Solenoid/Pressure
Switch Assembly.
• If 28 VAC is not present, check for 65 psi (4.5
bar) at the pressure regulator.
3.Check for less than 2 vdc at P1-7 to TP1 on Logic
Board.
• If less than 2 vdc, replace Main PC Board.
• If more than 2 vdc, replace Logic PC Board.
L2
L1
#5
#12
#13
#4
Input
Side
208/230-Volt Main Input Contactor
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#3
#2
#1
T1 T2 T3 T4
L1 L2 L3 L4
Main Contactor
Art # A-03212
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F. Output Power Tests
2. Gate Drive & Sensing
1. No DC Output
1.Activate the torch.
• If INV ON indicator D13 on Logic PC Board
does not turn ON, then replace the Logic PCB.
• If the INV ON indicator D13 blinks ON then
OFF immediately, perform the following test:
2.Turn input power OFF, and bleed down the system.
3.Attach a #12 wire jumper between the work lead
and terminal E35 or E62 on the Output Power PC
Board on the right side of the power supply.
4.Remove the tip and electrode from the torch.
WARNING
The following tests must be performed with the power
supply connected to primary input power. There
are extremely dangerous voltage and power levels
present inside this unit. Do not attempt to diagnose
or repair without proper training in power electronics measurement and troubleshooting techniques.
The next step will defeat the safety interlock feature.
Proceed with caution.
1.Shut off input power. Replace the torch tip and
electrode. Remove the jumper betweenthe work lead
and terminal E35 or E62 on the Output Power PC
Board.
2.Install a jumper between TP1 and TP7 on the Logic
Board. Refer to Logic Board layout.
3.When the unit is turned on, the DC light should
remain ON.
4.Activate the torch. After two seconds INV ON Indicator (D13) on the Logic PCB should come on and
remain on.
• If INV ON indicator does not remain on, replace
Logic PCB.
• If INV ON indicator remains on, then check for
at least 2 vdc between TP-1 to TP-11 and between TP-1 to TP-10 on the Logic PCB. Refer to
Logic Board Layout.
• If no voltage, replace Logic PC Board.
• If voltage is correct, measure for at least 2
vdc between points as in the following chart:
IGBT AIGBT B
E11J3E11J2B
E19J10AE19J10B
5.Turn on primary input power and the gas supply.
Activate the torch switch. Gas should flow, then
stop after 2 seconds. Front panel DC indicator
should turn on.
6. Measure open circuit voltage between E61(+) to
E43 (-) at the Output Power PC Board. Voltage
should be greater than 200 V. If voltage is less
than 10 V, refer to the diode test measurements
in Section 4.10-C.
• If voltage is 0, replace Main PCB.
This completes the test procedures.
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SECTION 5:
REPLACEMENT
PROCEDURES
5.01 Scope
This section describes parts replacement procedures
which may be performed on the CutMaster 81 Power Supply.
Under no circumstances are field repairs to be attempted
on Printed Circuits or other subassemblies of this unit.
Evidence of unauthorized repairs may void the factory
warranty.
5.02 Anti-Static Handling
Procedures
B. Procedure
1. Open the wrist strap and unwrap the first two
folds of the band. Wrap the adhesive side firmly
around your wrist.
2. Unroll the rest of the band and peel the liner from
the copper foil at the opposite end.
3. Attach the copper foil to a convenient and exposed
electrical ground.
4. Connect the equipment primary cable ground to
the same electrical ground as the wrist strap.
5. Open the equipment enclosure and remove the
failed PC board.
6. Carefully open the ESD protective bag and remove the replacement PC Board.
7. Install the replacement PC Board in the equipment
and make all necessary connections.
A. General
Caution: PC Boards can be irreparably damaged by improper handling due to electrostatic discharge (ESD).
Replacement PC Boards are shipped in a protective enclosure to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge
(ESD) during shipping. A ground strap is included with
each replacement board to prevent static damage during
installation.
WARNINGS
Read and understand these instructions and the
instructions on the grounding wrist strap package
before opening the equipment enclosure or removing the replacement PC board from its protective
enclosure.
Disconnect primary power to the system before disassembling the torch, torch leads, or power supply
enclosure.
Where these instructions include specific torquing
instructions, failure to torque properly will cause
component damage.
8. Place the failed PC Board in the ESD protective
bag and seal for return shipping.
9. Replace the power supply cover.
10. Remove the grounding wrist strap from your
wrist and from the electrical ground connection
before reconnecting primary power to the equipment.
5.03 Parts Replacement - General
Information
The parts replacement procedures described in this
manual, except for filter replacement, require that the
Power Supply be disassembled. The part to be replaced
will determine to what extent the Power Supply must be
disassembled.
Before removing any connection mark each wire with the
connection designation. When reassembling make sure
the wires go to the proper terminals.
Note the routing of wires and make sure the wires are
put back in the same place when re-assembling the unit.
Each subsection is referenced to Section 6 for parts lists
and overall detailed drawings.
Do not operate the equipment or test equipment
under power while wearing the grounding wrist
strap.
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WARNING
Disconnect primary power from the source before
opening or disassembling the power supply.
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Before disassembling any part of the Power Supply first
read the procedure for the part to be replaced, then proceed with the disassembly.
5.04 Major External Parts
Replacement
Refer to Section 6.03 for Major External Replacement Parts
and overall detailed drawing.
3. Remove the nut and washer from the ground stud
on the inside of the cover.
4. Install the replacement cover by reversing the above
steps.
B. Tube Handle Replacement
1. Remove the cover per subsection 5.04-A.
2. Remove the Fan Assembly Panel per section
5.08-C.
WARNING
Disconnect primary power from the source before
opening or disassembling the power supply.
A. Cover Removal and Replacement
1. Remove the upper screws securing the cover to
the unit. Loosen the lower screws securing the
cover to the base.
Upper screws
Lower
screws
Lower
screws
3. Remove the four bolts and star washers securing
the frame to the base of the unit.
4. Move the input power cable, torch leads and work
cable inside the handle. Lift the base of the unit
away from the Tube Handle. Leave the rear panel
fastened to the base assembly.
5. With a rubber mallet, separate the two handle
ends as shown below.
6. Install the replacement Tube Handle by reversing steps 1-4.
7. Replace the Fan Assembly Panel per section 5.08C.
8. Re-install the Power Supply cover.
Art # A-03792
2. Carefully lift the cover up and away from the unit
for access to the ground wire connection on the
inside of the cover.
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Art # A-02847
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5.05 Front Panel Parts Replacement
Refer to Section 6.04 for Front Panel Replacement Parts
and overall detailed drawing.
WARNING
C. RUN RAPID AUTO RESTART / SET Switch
Replacement
1. Remove the cover per subsection 5.04-A.
2. Disconnect the wires on the rear of the Switch.
Note the location of each wire, as shown:
Disconnect primary power from the source before
opening or disassembling the power supply.
A. Current (A) Control Knob Replacement
1. Turn the control knob fully clockwise and note
the location of the pointer on the knob.
2. Loosen the screw securing the Knob to the potentiometer shaft and remove the Knob.
3. Place the replacement Knob on the potentiometer
shaft with the location of the pointer the same as
noted in step 1.
4. Tighten the screw to secure the knob to the potentiometer shaft.
B. ON/OFF Switch Replacement
1. Remove the cover per subsection 5.04-A.
2. Disconnect the wires on the rear of the ON/OFF
Switch. Note the location of each wire, as shown
below:
Top clip
Wire #46
Wire #26
Wire #25
Art # A-03906
3. Squeeze together the clips on the top and bottom
of the Switch, then remove the switch through the
Front Panel.
4. Install the replacement Switch by reversing the
above steps.
D. POT/LED PC Board Replacement
Follow the antistatic procedures provided in subsection
5.02.
1. Remove the cover per subsection 5.04-A.
2. Remove Current Knob per Subsection 5.05-A.
Top clip
Wire #21
Wire #24
Wire #22
Wire #23
Art # A-02774
3. Squeeze together the clips on the top and bottom
of the Switch. Remove the Switch through the
Front Panel.
4. Install the replacement Switch by reversing the
above steps.
3. Disconnect wire harness Connector from POT/
LED PC Board.
4. Remove PC Board from standoffs.
5. Install the replacement POT/LED PC Board by
reversing the above steps.
E. Work Cable Replacement
1. Remove the cover per subsection 5.04-A.
2. Disconnect the Work Cable from the E61 (WORK)
terminal on the Power Output PC Board, located
on the right side of the unit.
3. Squeeze the top and bottom of the Work Cable
Strain Relief and remove from the Front Panel.
4. Remove Work Cable from the unit.
5. Install the replacement Work Cable.
a. Ensure that the replacement Work Cable
passes through the grommet in the Fan Assembly Panel.
b. Secure the Cable to the Work terminal on the
Power Output PC Board and securing the
strain relief.
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5.06 Left Side Internal Parts
Replacement
Refer to subsection 6.05 Left Side Internal Component
Replacement Parts and overall detailed drawing.
WARNING
Input Side
To E3
To E2
Connections to
Main PCB
To E1
T1 T2 T3
L1 L2 L3
Disconnect primary power from the source before
opening or disassembling the power supply.
A. Fuse Replacement
1. Remove the cover per subsection 5.04-A.
2. Locate the Fuse near the top edge of the Main
Power PC Board and remove the Fuse from the
fuse holder.
3. Install replacement fuse.
4. Reinstall the power supply cover.
B. Main Input Contactor Replacement
1. Remove the cover per subsection 5.04-A.
2. Label all wires connected to the Input Contactor.
3. Disconnect wires to the Input Contactor from the
input cable.
4. Disconnect all other wires connected to the Input
Contactor.
5. Remove the two nuts and washers securing the
Input Contactor to the base of the power supply.
6. Position the replacement Input Contactor with the
row of connectors labeled L toward the rear of
the Power Supply. Fasten in place with the hardware removed previously.
7. Complete the wiring connections as shown.
NOTE
It is important that wires are installed correctly, as
shown, to prevent damage to the unit.
L3
L2
L1
#5
#12
#13
#4
Main Contactor
Art # A-03194
400-Volt, 415-Volt, 460-Volt, and 600-Volt Input
Contactor (3 - phase input power connections
shown)
#78
#3
#2
#1
T1 T2 T3 T4
L1 L2 L3 L4
L2
L1
#5
#12
#13
Input
Side
#4
Main Contactor
Art # A-03212
8. Reinstall the power supply cover.
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C. Logic PC Board Replacement
Follow the antistatic procedures in Subsection 5.02. The
Logic PC Board connects to the Main PC Board through
an extender board perpendicular to both boards.
1. Remove the cover per subsection 5.04-A.
2. Refer to Section 6.05, Left Side Internal Replacement Parts.
3. Remove the bolts in each corner of the Logic PC
Board.
4. Detach the Logic PC Board and the extender board
from the Main Power PC Board. Detach the extender board from the Logic Board.
5. Install the replacement Logic PC Board by reversing the above steps. The pins on the right edge of
the Logic PC Board must fully engage the sockets
on the edge of the extender board. The extender
board must fully engage sockets on the Main
Power PC Board.
D. IGBT Circuit Board or Input Diode Board
Replacement
5. Remove screw(s) securing PC Board(s) to the heatsink and remove board(s) from the Power Supply.
6. Use isopropyl alcohol and a clean rag to clean the
heatsink or chassis area behind the component being replaced. Clean the large flat surface on the
back of the replacement component. Do not
scratch or abrade the surface.
7. The thermal pad(s), provided with the replacement part, is a thin metal pad. Remove any loose
protective paper coverings from the pad(s).
NOTE
Protective coverings must be removed from the
thermal pads. Installing thermal pads with protective coverings in place will cause equipment
damage or failure.
8. Install replacement components as follows:
For Input Diodes:
Slot
Follow the antistatic procedures in subsection 5.02. The
Power Supply includes two IGBT Circuit PC Boards.
NOTE
Follow the electrostatic discharge instructions provided with the replacement component to prevent
damage to the component.
Thermal pads, heatsinks, and the large flat surface
on the back of diodes and IGBTs must be kept clean.
Diodes and IGBTs must not be bent or allowed to
pick up any foreign material. A very clean installation between the module and the heatsink or chassis is essential for proper operation.
1. Remove cover per subsection 5.04-A.
2. Turn the Power Supply onto its side.
3. Locate the IGBT Circuit PC Boards or Input Diode mounted within the Main Power PC Board.
Refer to Appendix pages for location and position.
4. For IGBTs, remove the small jumpers between the
IGBT and the Main PC Board. Transfer these
jumpers to the replacement IGBT. Label, then remove all other wire connections to the Board(s)
being replaced. Note the routing of wires. Ensure that the wires are put back in the same place
when installing the replacement module.
Thermal Pad
Diode
Assembly
Art # A-03950
Input Diode Replacement
a. Apply the thermal pad to the flat surface of
the diode. Align the pad with the rectangular flat surface on the back of the device.
b. Align the diode horizontally, with its longer
edges perpendicular to the power supply base.
c. Secure the device and rectangular pad to the
chassis with the replacement screws and washers.
9. Torque screw(s) to 35 in-lb. (3.95 Nm).
NOTE
Failure to torque properly will cause component damage.
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10. Connect wires per the chart.
E. Main Power PC Board Replacement
CutMas ter 81 Input Diode Connections
208/230V Units
Input Diode To Main P CB Input Diode To Main PCB
E5E1E5E1
E13, E18E2
E6, E8E7E6, E8E7
E14, E16E15E14, E16E15
400V, 415V , 460V,
600V Units
E13E2
E18E3
For IGBTs:
a. Apply a round thermal pad to the heatsink
with a small piece of light-duty tape. The tape
must cover no more than 1/8" (3 mm) of the
edge of the thermal pad. Use the screw hole
in the heatsink as a guide to position the board.
Round
Output Diode
or IGBT
Washer
Screw
Tape
Thermal Pad
Tape
Follow the antistatic procedures in subsection 5.02.
1. Remove cover per subsection 5.04-A.
2. Remove the Logic PC Board per subsection 5.06-C.
3. Disconnect all wire and cable connections to the
Main PC Board. Refer to the Main PC Board Wiring Diagrams in the Appendix Pages if necessary.
Straighten the connections to the smaller PC
Boards to be perpendicular to the Main PC Board.
5. Remove the two long Transformer screws securing the Transformer to the Center Chassis.
6. Remove the other screws securing the PC Board
to the Center Chassis.
Screw locations
Art # A-03702
b. Secure replacement board(s) with the screw
removed previously. Ensure that the washer
is under the head of the screw.
9. Torque screw(s) to 17 in-lb. (1.9 Nm).
NOTE
Failure to torque properly will cause component
damage.
7. Carefully remove the original PC Board from the
unit.
8. Transfer the Logic PC Board standoffs to the replacement Main PC Board.
9. Install the replacement PC Board by reversing the
steps above. It may be easier to install the PC
Board if the Power Supply is turned on its right
side first. Refer to the charts in subsection 5.06-D
for input diode and IGBT wiring connection
points.
F. EMI Filter Replacement (CE Units only)
1. Label the input power cable connections and the
cable connections to the main input contactor.
2. Disconnect all wire and cable connections to the
EMI Filter.
3. Remove the hardware securing the EMI Filter.
This hardware passes upward through the base
of the power supply.
4. Put the replacement EMI Filter in position and
secure it with the hardware removed in Step 3.
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5. Connect the input power cables and the cable connections to the main input contactor.
6. Re-install the Power Supply cover.
B. Filter/Regulator Bracket Replacement
1. Remove the four bolts securing theRegulator
Bracket to the Rear Panel.
7. Test the Power Supply for proper operation.
5.07 Rear Panel Parts Replacement
Refer to subsection 6.06 for parts list and overall detailed
drawing.
WARNING
Disconnect primary power from the source before
opening or disassembling the power supply.
A. Filter/Regulator Assembly Replacement
WARNING
Disconnect the gas supply at the source and bleed
down the system before attempting this procedure.
1. Disconnect the gas input hose from the Filter/
Regulator Assembly on the Rear Panel of the unit.
2. Remove the four bolts securing theRegulator
Mounting Bracket to the Rear Panel.
3. Disconnect the black gas tube from the Filter/
Regulator Assembly Adapter Fitting. Hold a
wrench or similar tool against thelocking ring on
the Fitting and pull on the tube to release it.
4. Remove the nut securing the Filter/Regulator Assembly to the Regulator Mounting Bracket. Remove the Filter-Regulator Assembly from the
Mounting Bracket.
5. Install the replacement Filter/Regulator Assembly by reversing the steps above. When connecting the gas tube to the Adapter Fitting, simply
insert the hose into the fitting until fully seated
and it will automatically lock.
2. Remove the nut securing the Filter/Regulator Assembly to the Regulator Bracket. Remove the
Bracket from the Filter-Regulator Assembly.
3. Install the replacement Bracket by reversing the
above steps.
C. Input Power Cable Replacement
1. Remove the cover per subsection 5.04-A.
2. Locate and label the input power cable connections and disconnect the cable.
3. Unthread the retaining nut on the Input Cable
Strain Relief on the inside of the Rear Panel and
remove the Input Power Cable from the unit.
4. Install the replacement Input Power Cable by reversing the above steps. The Input Power Cable
ground wire requires a ring terminal.
D. Rear Panel Replacement
WARNING
Disconnect primary input power and the gas supply at the source and bleed down the system before
performing this procedure.
1. Remove the cover per subsection 5.04-A.
2. Remove the primary input power cable per section 5.07-C.
3. Remove the Regulator/Filter Assembly per section 5.07-A.
4. Remove two bolts at the bottom corners of the
Rear Panel.
5. Remove one nut on a stud on the inside of the
Rear Panel, at the rear edge of the center chassis.
6. Replace the Rear Panel by reversing the above
steps.
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7. If not already done, attach the data tag(s), provided with the replacement Rear Panel. Position
these as on the original Rear Panel.
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5.08 Right Side Internal Parts
Replacement
Refer to Section 6.07 Right Side Internal Component Parts
List and overall detailed drawing.
5. Release the hose from the Adapter Fitting on the
output side of the Solenoid Assembly.
6. Install the replacement Pressure Switch/Solenoid
Assembly by reversing steps 2-5. Once installed,
the Solenoid Assembly should fit securely on the
Heatsink Shroud. It should not be moveable.
WARNING
Disconnect primary power from the source before
opening or disassembling the power supply.
A. Pressure Switch/Solenoid Assembly
Replacement
The Pressure Switch and Solenoid Valve are one Assembly.
Disconnect primary input power and bleed down the system.
1. Remove the cover per subsection 5.04-A.
2. Disconnect the following wires:
a. Wires #10 and #11 from the Pressure Switch
Assembly.
b. Wires #8 and #9 from the Solenoid Assembly.
3. Push the clip on the front of the Heatsink Shroud
to the left to release the Solenoid Assembly. Dislodge the Assembly from underneath the clip on
the top of the Heatsink Shroud.
7. Re-install the power supply cover.
B. Pilot PC Board Assembly Replacement
Follow the antistatic procedures in subsection 5.02.
1. Remove the power supply cover per subsection
5.04-A.
2. Label, then disconnect the wiring connections to
the Pilot PC Board Assembly.
a. J28 Connector
b. Wire connectors to terminals E58 and E62.
3. Remove the bolts securing the PC Board to the
standoffs.
4. Slide the PC Board upward to release it from its
bottom supports.
5. Install the replacement Pilot PC Board Assembly
by reversing the above steps.
6. Reinstall the Power Supply cover.
C. Fan Replacement (M1, M2)
1. Remove the cover per subsection 5.04-A.
Dislodge Solenoid
3
2
Push Clip
to the left to
release Solenoid
Assembly
Art # A-03705
Assembly
1
Heatsink
Shroud
4. Release the hose from the Adapter Fitting on the
input side of the Solenoid Assembly. Hold a
wrench or similar tool against the locking ring on
the Fitting, then pull on the hose to release it.
2. Label, then carefully remove the wiring connectors from the terminals on the Fans.
3. Disconnect the Work Cable from terminal E61 on
the Power Output Board.
4. Remove one bolt from the Front Panel of the
Power Supply, near the Control Panel. Pull the
Front Panel slightly away from the Power Supply.
5. Remove one nut from a stud at the bottom of the
Fan Assembly Panel.
6. Lift the Fan Assembly Panel and pull it out of the
Power Supply.
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7. Remove two bolts per Fan. Set the Fan(s) aside.
D. Output Diode PC Board Replacement
8. Install the replacement Fan Assembly as follows:
a. Fasten Fan(s) in position with the wiring con-
nectors at the bottom of the Fan(s).
NOTE
Only two screws are needed to attach the Fan to
the Fan Panel. They can be installed in any two
holes provided they are opposite each other. For
grounding purposes, one of those screws must be
installed with a star washer.
b. Place the Fan Assembly Panel in position in
the Power Supply.
1. The inner edge of the Panel has tabs that
engage slots in the center chassis. Ensure
that these tabs fully engage in the chassis.
2. Press the Panel downward. Press the bottom flange fully against the bottom panel
of the Power Supply.
3. Ensure that the hole in the bottom flange
of the Fan Assembly Panel engages the
mounting stud.
c. Replace nut on the bottom mounting stud.
Follow the antistatic procedures in subsection 5.02.
1. Remove cover per subsection 5.04-A.
2. Locate the Output Diode PCB(s) located within the
Output Power PC Board on the right side of the
power supply.
3. Carefully remove all wire connections to the Output Diode Board(s).
4. Remove screw(s) securing Output Diode PC
Board(s) to the Heatsink and remove board(s)
from the Power Supply.
5. Use isopropyl alcohol and a clean rag to clean the
heatsink. Do not scratch or abrade the heatsink.
6. Apply the thermal pad provided with the replacement PCB to the heatsink. Secure in place with
small pieces of masking tape. The tape must cover
no more than 1/4" (6 mm) of the edge of the thermal pad.
Round
Output Diode
or IGBT
Tape
Thermal Pad
d. Ensure that the Fan Panel's top flange is fully
against the top forward edge of the Heatsink
Shroud.
e. Press the front panel of the Power Supply
against the Fan Panel, and fasten in place with
the bolt removed in Step 2.
f. Secure the nut on the stud at the bottom of the
Fan Panel.
9. Re-connect the wires to the Fan Assemblies.
10. Pass the Work Cable through the hole in the bottom of the Fan Panel. Ensure that the grommet is
in place in the hole.
11. Connect the Work Cable to terminal E61 on the
Power Output PC Board. Secure the Work Cable
Strain Relief.
12. Re-install the Power Supply Cover.
Washer
Screw
Tape
Art # A-03702
7. Use isopropyl alcohol to clean the large flat surface on the back of the component.
8. Secure replacement board as follows:
a. Position the hardware at the bottom of a re-
cess in the face of the diode. Ensure that the
washer is under the head of the screw(s).
b. Torque hardware to 17 in-lb. (1.9 Nm).
NOTE
Failure to torque properly will cause component
damage.
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9. Connect wires as follows.
F. Heatsink Shroud Assembly Removal
CutMaster 81 Output Diode Connections
Output Diode AOutput Diode B
From Output
Diode A
Terminals
E34, E 39E37E 34, E 39E36
E48, E 50E47E 48, E 50E45
E56, E 60E58E 56, E 60E57
E53, E 54E52E 53, E 54E49
To Power
Output
PCB Terminal
From Output
Diode B
Terminals
To Power
Output
PCB Terminal
E. Output Power PC Board Replacement
Follow the antistatic procedures in subsection 5.02.
1. Remove cover per subsection 5.04-A.
2. Locate the Power Output PC Board, mounted to
the Heatsink Shroud.
3. Carefully remove all wire connections to the Output Diodes.
4. Straighten the Output Diode wires to be perpendicular to the Output Power PC Board.
5. Label, then disconnect all other wire connections
to the Output Power PC Board. Refer to Appendix 10 for output power PC Board wiring details.
6. Remove the bolts at the top left and bottom right
corners of the Output Power PC Board.
The Heatsink Shroud Assembly must be disengaged for
access to either the Main Transformer or the Output Inductor. Follow these steps for access to either component.
1. Remove the Power Supply cover per subsection
5.04-A.
2. Release the tab on the vertical face of the Heatsink Shroud securing the Solenoid/Pressure
Switch Assembly in position.
3. Remove the gas hose from the Regulator Fitting
on the back panel of the Power Supply by pressing on the locking ring on the elbow fitting, while
pulling on the hose.
4. Remove the Power Supply Back Panel per subsection 5.07-D.
Remove the grommets from the two holes on the
right (rear) edge of the Heatsink Shroud.
5. Remove the Fan Assembly per subsection 5.08C.
6. Label and disconnect the wires connected to the
Pilot PC Board.
7. Remove the hardware securing the Pilot PC Board
in place. Pull the PC Board off the center chassis.
8. Label and disconnect wires No. 45, 47, 49, and 52
from the Power Output PC Board.
9. Disconnect the wires from the Output Inductor
to terminal E43 on the Power Output PC Board.
Screw Locations
Art # A-03166
7. Lift the Output Power PC Board off its supports,
and set aside.
8. Install the replacement Output Power PC Board
by reversing the above steps.
9. Note that the output power PC Board includes a
jumper wire between studs E58 and E57. Refer
to Appendix 10 for output power PC Board wiring details.
Disconnect the torch receptacle ground wire connected to the center chassis.
10. Remove nuts on two studs at the top corners of
the Heatsink Shroud, and nuts on two studs on
the bottom flange of the Heatsink Shroud.
12. Remove the Heatsink Shroud as follows:
a. Use the open left end of the Heatsink Shroud
and the Pressure Switch/Solenoid opening as
handles.
b. Pull the Heatsink Shroud away from the cen-
ter chassis, and then up. It may be necessary
to pry the top and bottom flanges of the Heatsink Shroud slightly to release them from their
mounting studs. Movement will be limited
by the wiring harness.
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G. Main Transformer Removal and
Replacement
1. Disengage the Heatsink Shroud per Paragraph H.
2. Disconnect wires #27 and 32, connected to terminals E27 and E32 on the Main Power PC Board.
Pull these wires through the hole in the center
chassis.
3. Remove the transformer.
a. Lift the Main Transformer slightly. Swing its
left edge away from the center chassis. Pull
its right edge away from the center chassis.
b. Lift it out of the Power Supply through the
opening at the rear of the Power Supply.
4. Position the replacement Main Transformer behind the Heatsink Shroud Assembly. Position its
wires at the right edge (as you face it) of the transformer.
5. Install the replacement transformer as follows:
a. Pass the tabs on the right edge of the base of
the transformer into slots in the center chassis
of the Power Supply.
b. Swing the transformer against the chassis, and
pass the tabs on the left edge of the base into
slots in the chassis. Press the transformer
downward to lock it into position.
c. Check for proper installation; the transformer
should remain securely in place.
b. Lift out the Inductor through the opening at the
rear of the Power Supply. It may be necessary
to lift the Main Transformer slightly to create
room for the Inductor to pass through the rear
opening.
5. Install the replacement Inductor.
a. Put the replacement Inductor in place, with the
wires oriented the same way as the original
Inductor.
b. Secure the Inductor in place with hex nuts at
opposite corners of the Inductor base.
6. Reconnect the wires to the thermal switch on the
Output Inductor.
7. Replace the Heatsink Shroud per paragraph I.
I.Heatsink Shroud Assembly Replacement
1. Pass transformer wires #45 and 49 through the
upper hole in the right (rear) edge of the Heatsink Shroud. Pass transformer wires #47 and 52
through the lower hole.
2. Route wires as follows:
a. Pass the red wires from the output inductor
through the upper hole in the right (rear) edge
of the Heatsink Shroud.
b. Pass the black wires from the output inductor
through the lower hole in the right (rear) edge
of the Heatsink Shroud. Refer to Appendix
11, Power Output Board Layout.
6. Pass wires #27 and 32 through the hole in the center of the main chassis. Connect wire #27 to terminal E27 and wire #32 to terminal E32 on the
Main Power PC Board.
7. Replace the Heatsink Shroud Assembly per subsection I.
H. Output Inductor Assembly Removal and
Replacement
1. Disengage the Heatsink Shroud per paragraph H.
2. Disconnect the wires to the thermal switch on the
Output Inductor.
3. Remove hex nuts at the left forward and right rear
corners of the Inductor base.
4. Remove the Inductor as follows:
a. Note the position of the wires leading from
the Inductor.
c. Pass the wires from the temperature switch
on the Output Inductor through the upper hole
in the Shroud.
3. Re-install the Heatsink Shroud as follows:
a. Lift the Heatsink Shroud (Assembly) into po-
sition. Studs on the Power Supply base pass
through holes in the bottom flange of the
Shroud.
b. Swing the top edge of the Shroud Assembly
into place. Studs on the Center Chassis of the
Power Supply pass through holes in the top
flanges of the Shroud.
c. Ensure that the rubber feet on the Main Trans-
former engage holes in the Shroud.
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d. Put hex nuts on the studs. Tighten the nuts on
the right (rear) top and bottom studs. Leave
the nuts on the left (forward) studs loose temporarily.
4. Put the Fan Assembly in place per subsection
5.08-C. Reconnect the work cable to terminal E61
on the Power Output PC Board.
5. Tighten the nuts securing the left edge of the Heatsink Shroud Assembly. The stud and nut on the
bottom left edge fasten a wire stay to the Power
Supply.
6. Replace the grommets around the wire harnesses
passing through the right (rearward) edge of the
Heatsink Shroud.
7. Reinstall the Pilot Board. Reconnect the wires to
the Pilot Board.
Reconnect the torch receptacle ground wire to the
center chassis.
9. Replace the Pressure Switch/Solenoid Assembly.
This assembly fits into a slot in the top horizontal
surface of the Heatsink Shroud. A notched pin
holds the assembly in place.
10. Connect the gas hose between the Regulator/Filter Assembly and the Gas Pressure Switch/Solenoid Assembly.
11. Connect wiring to the Output Power PC Board.
Refer to the Appendix pages for wiring layout.
12. Replace the Power Supply rear panel per subsection 5.07-D.
This concludes the replacement procedures.
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SECTION 6:
PARTS LISTS
6.01 Introduction
A. Parts List Breakdown
The parts lists provide a breakdown of all replaceable
components. The parts lists are arranged as follows:
Section 6.03 Major External Replacement Parts
Section 6.04 Front Panel Replacement Parts
Section 6.05 Left Side Internal Component
Replacement Parts
Section 6.06 Rear Panel Replacement Parts
Section 6.07 Right Side Internal Component
Replacement Parts
Section 6.08 Options and Accessories
NOTE
Parts listed without item numbers are not shown,
but may be ordered by the catalog number shown.
B. Returns
If a product must be returned for service, contact your
distributor. Materials returned without proper authorization will not be accepted.
6.02 Ordering Information
Order replacement parts by catalog number and complete
description of the part or assembly, as listed in the parts
list for each type item. Also include the model and serial
number of the torch. Address all inquiries to your authorized.
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6.03 Major External Replacement Parts
Item #QtyDescriptionCatalog #
11Cover with labels9-7997
2Rear Panel (provide data tag information when ordering)
1For 208/230-Volt Power Supplies9-8323
1For 400-Volt, 415-Volt, 460-Volt, and 600-Volt Power Supplies9-8322
3`1Tube, roll handle9-7998
1
2
3
Art # A-03709
NOTE: Illustration may vary slightly from unit.
3
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6.04 Front Panel Replacement Parts
Item#QtyDescriptionRef. #Catalog #
11Knob, Fluted, Skirted, 0.250 I.D.9-8527
21On/Off Rocker Switch, DPST8-3258
31Run/Rapid Auto Restart / Set Switch8-3259
41Assembly, Pot/LED PCB9-8004
51Cable, Work, #6 AWG, with Clamp, 20 Ft. (6.1 m)9-8528
1
4
3
2
Art # A-03008
NOTE: Illustration may vary slightly from unit.
5
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6.05 Left Side Internal Component Replacement Parts
Item #QtyDescriptionRef #Catalog #
11FuseF1
for 208/230-Volt Power Supplies9-8588
for 400-Volt and 415-Volt Power Supplies9-8602
for 460-Volt Power Supplies9-8583
for 600-Volt Power Supplies9-8638
Main Input ContactorW1
2Afor 208/230-Volt Power Supplies9-8587
2for 400-Volt, 415-Volt 460-Volt and 600-Volt Power Supplies9-8554
31Connector PCB9-8576
41PCB Assembly, Logic Board, for Non-Mechanized units9-7992
41PCB Assembly, Logic Board, for Mechanized units9-9440
51PCB Assembly Kit, IGBT Circuit
for 208/230-Volt, 400-Volt, 415-Volt and 460-Volt Power Supplies9-8578
IGBT PCB
Round Thermal Pad
for 600-Volt Power Supplies9-8646
IGBT PCB
Round Thermal Pad
61PCB Assembly Kit, Input Diode9-7088
Input Diode PCB
Rectangular Thermal Pad
71PCB Assembly, Main Power
for 208/230-Volt Power Supplies9-7986
for 400-Volt Power Supplies9-7990
for 415-VoltPower Supplies9-8669
for 460-Volt Power Supplies9-7989
for 600-Volt Power Supplies9-7991
Line Voltages with Suggested Circui t Protecti on and Wire Sizes
Based on National El ectri c Code and Canadian Electrical Code
CE CutM aster 81 Input Wi ring S pecifications
InputSuggested Siz e s (Se e Notes)
Vo ltage Frequ en c y3-Ph3-P hF use (Amps)
(Volts)(Hz)(kVA)(Amps)3-Ph3-Ph
400/4155011.116204
Line Voltages with Sugges t ed Circ ui t P rot ection and Wire S izes
Bas ed on Nati onal E l ec tric Code and Canadian Elec tric Code
Pow er Input Current Input
Wire (mm
2
)
NOTES
The table above is based on the following output current and voltage: 125VDC @ 40A
Refer to Local and National Codes or local authority having jurisdiction for proper wiring requirements.
Cable size is de-rated based on the Duty Cycle of the equipment.
The suggested sizes are based on flexible power cable with power plug installations. For hard-wired installations
refer to local or national codes.
Cable conductor temperature used is 167° F (75° C).
An energy limiting fuse UL Class RK-1 (examples: BUSS LPS/LPN-RK or Gould-Shawmut AZK-A6K) should be
used to minimize damage to Plasma Cutting, Welding or power distribution equipment.
NEVER use replaceable element fuses like UL Class H, or "one-time" fuses like UL Class K5.
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APPENDIX 2: SEQUENCE OF OPERATION
(BLOCK DIAGRAM)
ACTION:
Close external
disconnect switch.
RESULT:
Power to system.
Connect work cable to workpiece.
Set output amperage.
System is ready
for operation.
ACTION:
Protect eyes and activate torch.
RESULT:
ON / OFF switch to ON
AC indicator ON.
GAS indicator ON
for power supply operation.
ACTION:
RESULT:
ACTION:
RESULT:
Fan(s) ON.
when input
pressure is adequate
Power circuit ready.
ACTION:
RUN /
Rapid Auto Restart /
SET switch
to SET
RESULT:
Gas flows to set pressure.
PILOT ARC
ACTION:
RUN /
Rapid Auto Restart / SET
switch to RUN
(for most applications)
or to
Rapid Auto Restart
(for gouging, trimming,
or expanded metal
applications)
RESULT:
Gas flow stops.
ACTION:
Torch moved away from work (while
still activated).
RESULT:
Main arc stops.
Pilot arc automatically
restarts.
Gas flows briefly, then stops.
Gas restarts.
DC indicator ON
Pilot arc established.
ACTION:
Release torch trigger.
RESULT:
Main arc stops.
Gas flow stops after post - flow.
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ACTION:
ON / OFF switch
to OFF
RESULT:
All indicators off.
Power supply fan(s) shuts off.
ACTION:
Torch moved within
transfer distance of workpiece.
RESULT:
Main arc transfers.
Pilot arc off.
ACTION:
Unplug input
power cord or
open external
disconnect.
RESULT:
No power to system.
Art #A-03706
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APPENDIX 3: LOGIC PC BOARD LAYOUT
TP4
TP2
TP1
TP3
D13
TP6
D33
P1-7
P1-9
TP9
TP10
TP11
TP5
Logic Board Signals
P1-1 +12vdcfrom Main Power PCB
P1-2 +12vdcfrom Main PCB
P1-3 DC Com
P1-4 DC Com
P1-5MC1 ON signal
P1-6 Tip Sense
P1-7RUN/SET Signal Logic Low for SET
P1-8Logic Low = PS1 Pressure Switch
closed = Pressure OK
P1-9Logic Low = TS1 Closed = OVERTEMP
P1-10Logic Low = CSR
P1-11Logic Low = Gas ON
P1-12Logic Low = DC OK
P1-13Logic Low = OVTEMP
P1-14Logic Low = AC OK
P1-15Logic Low = Torch Switch
P1-16Logic Low = Torch Switch Return
P1-17Logic Low = +12vdc
P1-18Logic Low = Pot High
P1-19Logic Low = Pot High
P1-20 Pot Low
P1-21Gate Drive B Return
P1-22 Gate Drive B
P1-23Gate Drive A Return
P1-24 Gate Drive A
P1-25 - Out Sense
P1-26 Current Sense
D25
TP8
P1-27 Current Sense
P1-28 Current Sense Return
P1-29 Current Sense Return
P1-30 DC Com
P1-31 DC Com
P1-32 Not Used
P1-33 I Sense
P1-34 Not Used
P1-35 Not Used
P1-36 TipVolts
INDICATORS:
D13 INV ON
D25 DRAG ON
D33 SWITCH ON
TEST POINTS:
TP-1 Common
TP-2 Current Demand Signal
TP-3 Converter Enable
TP-4 CSR (Logic Low)
TP-5 Not used
TP-6 Fault (Logic Low)
TP-7 DC OK (Logic Low)
TP-8 Tip Sense
TP-9 Current Sense
TP-10 Gate Drive A
TP-11 Gate Drive B
TP7
Art # A-03654
Manual 0-2957A-3APPENDIX
Page 66
APPENDIX 4: MAIN POWER PC BOARD LAYOUT
J16
J17
J15
E1
E2
E3
J11
E15
E7
J25
E10
E20
E22
TP4
FUSE
INPUT
DIODE
TP1
U1
J23
J24
J34
J32
J29
J33
J18
E5
E6
J27
J43
E32
J26
E27
E30
Art # A-03651
IGBT A
Main Power PC Board Signals
J11-1L1 Input
J11-4L3 Input
J15-1Fan (M1)
J15-2Fan (M1)
J15-3Not used
J15-4Not used
J15-5Fan (M2)
J15-6Fan (M2)
J16-1Not used
J16-2Not used
J17-1Not used
J17-2Not used
E33
E4
J30
J31
E23
J18-1Not used
J18-2Not used
J18-328 VAC B
J18-428 VAC A
J18-5On-Off Switch
J18-6On-Off Switch
J18-7Run-Set Switch
J18-8Run-Set Switch
J33-1- Out Sense
J33-2DC Com
J33-3Tip Sense
J33-4+ 12 vdc
J33-5CSR
J33-6I Sense
J33-7Not used
J33-8Tip volts
J34-1PIP Return
J34-2PIP
J34-3Not used
J34-4Not used
J34-5Torch Switch Return
J34-6Torch Switch
J43-1+ 12 vdc to Logic PCB
J43-2+ 12 vdc to Logic PCB
J43-3DC Com
J43-4DC Com
J43-5MC1 On
J43-6Tip Sense
J43-7Run / Set
J43-8Pressure Good
J43-9Overtemp
J43-10 CSR
J43-11 Gas on
J43-12 DC OK
J43-13 OVTEMP
J43-14 AC OK
J43-15 Torch Switch
J43-16 Torch Switch Return
J43-17 + 12 vdc
J43-18 POT High
J43-19 POT Wiper
J43-20 POT Low
J43-21 Gate Drive B Return
J43-22 Gate Drive B
J43-23 Gate Drive A Return
J43-24 Gate Drive A
J43-25 - Out Sense
J43-26 Current Sense
J43-27 Current Sense
J43-28 Current Sense Return
J43-29 Current Sense Return
J43-30 DC Com
J43-31 DC Com
J43-32 Not Used
J43-33 I Sense
J43-34 Not Used
J43-35 Not Used
J43-36 Tip Volts
TP1Ground
TP4+12 vdc
Manual 0-2957A-5APPENDIX
Page 68
APPENDIX 5A: MAIN PC BOARD WIRING LAYOUT -
208/230-Volt Units
To Press Switch/Solenoid/Contactor
To Chassis Ground
Copper
Strap
E1
E2
#1
E3
LT 1
INPUT
DIODE
To Main
Input Contactor
Fuse
Test Connector
To Fans
Secondary
Transformer
To Inductor Temp Sensor
To Heat Sink
Temp Sensor
#27
J30
To To r ch
Connector
#32
J31
To Power Output Board
To On/Off and
Run/Rapid Restart
Set Switches
To Auto Interface
Board J1-5*
To Auto Interface
Board J1-6*
To POT/LED PCB
(or to
Optional Remote
Current Control )*
To Logic Board
via Connector
To Main
Transformer
#33
#78
#1
* Automation Interface Board is not installed in all units.
To Input
Contactor
APPENDIXA-6Manual 0-2957
#2
#3
To Input
Contactor
Art # A-03652
Heat Sink
Temp Sensor
* If installed in conjuction with
Automation Interface PC Board
Page 69
APPENDIX 5B: MAIN PC BOARD WIRING LAYOUT -
400-Volt, 415-Volt 460-Volt, and 600-Volt Units
To Press Switch/Solenoid/Contactor
To Chassis
Ground
Fuse
LT 1
To Main
Input Contactor
INPUT
DIODE
Te s t
Connector
To Fans
Secondary
Transformer
To Inductor Temp Sensor
To Heat Sink
Temp Sensor
To To r ch
Connector
#32
#27
J30
J31
To Power Output
Board
To On/Off and
Run/Rapid Restart
Set Switches
To Auto Interface
Board J1-5*
To Auto Interface
Board J1-6*
To POT/LED PCB
(or to
Optional Remote
Current Control )*
To Logic Board
via Connector
To Main
Transformer
#3
#2
#1
* Automation Interface Board is not installed in all units.
To Input
Contactor
Manual 0-2957A-7APPENDIX
Art # A-03653
Heat Sink
Temp Sensor
* If installed in conjuction
with Automation Interface PC Board
Page 70
APPENDIX 6: LED/POT PC BOARD LAYOUT
J14
D4
D5
D6
A-03712
Pot/LED PC Board Signals
J14-1from Main PC Board (J27-1) Pot High
J14-2Main PC Board (J27-2) Pot Wiper
J14-3from Main PC Board (J27-3) Pot Low
J14-4 12vdc (J27-4)
J14-5Logic Low Signal for AC OK Indicator from Logic PC Board (J27-5)
J14-6Logic Low Signal for GAS Indicator from Logic PC Board (J27-6)
J14-7Logic Low Signal for TEMP Indicator from Logic PC Board (J27-7)
J14-8Logic Low Signal for DC Indicator from Logic PC Board (J27-8)
D4Front Panel AC Indicator
D5Front Panel TEMP Indicator
D6Front Panel GAS Indicator
D7Front Panel DC Indicator
D7
APPENDIXA-8Manual 0-2957
Page 71
APPENDIX 7: INPUT DIODE PC BOARD LAYOUT
E14
E18
E16
E13
19x1811
E8
E5
E6
Art # A-03703
Manual 0-2957A-9APPENDIX
Page 72
APPENDIX 8: IGBT CIRCUIT PC BOARD LAYOUT
E11A
J3A
TP1
E9A
E12A
E17A
E21A
E19A
J7A
TP2
J3B
TP1
E11B
E9B
E12B
E17B
E21B
B
E19B
J7B
B
TP2
A-03704
APPENDIXA-10Manual 0-2957
Page 73
APPENDIX 9: OUTPUT DIODE PC BOARD LAYOUT
E34
E39
E60
E56
Output Diode A
E48
E50
E54
E53
E34
E39
E60
E56
Output Diode B
E48
E50
E54
E53
A-03152
Manual 0-2957A-11APPENDIX
Page 74
APPENDIX 10: OUTPUT BOARD WIRING DIAGRAM
Chassis Ground
Output
Diode A
To Pilot
Board
E64
To To r ch
E37
To To r ch
E35
To Pilot PCB
E62
E47
To Main PCBTo Pilot PCB
J39
TP1
J40
E36
Output
Diode B
E32
To Output
Inductor
E45
To Tr a ns former
E49
To Tr a ns former
E43
To Output
Inductor
E58
E52
Work Cable
E61
E57
Art # A-03655
APPENDIXA-12Manual 0-2957
Page 75
APPENDIX 11: PILOT PC BOARD LAYOUT
OR
J28
No Receptacle
E58
E62
J28
2 - Pin
Receptacle (J1)
E58
E62
Art # A-03881
CD PC Board Signals
J28-1+12 vdc
J28-2DC Com
J28-3Not Used
J28-4Not Used
J28-5Logic Low CSR
J28-6Not Used
J28-7Not Used
J28-8Not Used
E58To Power Output PC Board Terminal E58
E62To Power Output PC Board Terminal E62
NOTES
1. Pilot PC Board with receptacle J1 may replace PC Board without receptacle J1.
2. Receptacle J1 is used only in automated applications.
Manual 0-2957A-13APPENDIX
Page 76
APPENDIX 12: 28VAC CIRCUIT DIAGRAM
Line Voltage
SOL
1 2 5 6
A-03710
W1
J24
Auxiliary
Transformer
J81
Fuse
primary
J11
4
J18
secondary
Main Power PC Board
3 4 5 6
K5
K4
J23 (Test)
3
+12vdc
ON/OFF Switch
2
1
Voltage
Protection
CRT/+12 Regulator
APPENDIXA-14Manual 0-2957
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APPENDIX 13: DATA TAG INFORMATION
Type of Power
Supply (Note 1)
Plasma Cutting
Symbol
Input Power
Symbol
Input Power
Specifications
(Phase, AC or DC
Hertz Rating)
Model:
Date of Mfr:
f
1/3
1
f
2
Output Current Type
U
Rated NoLoad Voltage
Degree of Protection
=
0
U
Conventional
Load Voltage
West Lebanon, NH USA 03784
X
I
2
U
1
Rated Supply
Voltage (Note 2)
S/N
Duty Cycle Factor
Rated Maximum
Supply Current
1max1eff
I
1
1Ø
3Ø
Made in USA
I
1
3Ø1Ø
Manufacturer's Name and/or
Logo, Location, Model and
Revision Level, Serial Number
and Production Code
Regulatory Standard Covering
This Type of Power Supply
Output Range (Amperage/
Voltage)
Duty Cycle Data (Note 3)
Maximum Effective
Supply Current
Manufacturer's Electrical
Schematic File Number
and Revision Level
NOTES:
1. Symbol shown indicates single- or three-phase AC input,
static frequency converter-transformer-rectifier, DC output.
2. Indicates input voltages for this power supply. Most power
supplies carry a label at the input power cord showing input
voltage requirements for the power supply as built.
3. Top row: Duty cycle values.
IEC duty cycle value is calculated as specified by
the International ElectroTechnical Commission.
TDC duty cycle value is determined under the power supply
manufacturer's test procedures.
Second row: Rated cutting current values.
Third row: Conventional load voltage values.
4. Sections of the Data Tag may be applied to separate areas
of the power supply.
Standard Symbols
AC
DC
Phase
Ø
Art # A-03288
Manual 0-2957A-15APPENDIX
Page 78
APPENDIX 14: TORCH PIN-OUT DIAGRAMS
A. Hand Torch Pin - Out Diagrams
ATC Male Connector
Negative /
Plasma
4 - Green /
Switch
3 - White /
Switch
2- Orange /
PIP
1 - Black /
PIP
4
3
2
1
Pilot
Front View
7
6
5
8 - Open
7 - Open
8
6 - Open
5 - Open
B. Mechanized (Machine) Torch Pin - Out Diagrams
8 - Ground
7 - Open
6 - Open
5 - Open
ATC Female Receptacle
Front View
8
7
6
5
Pilot
Negative /
Plasma
4 - Switch
4
3
2
1
3 - Switch
2 - PIP
1 - PIP
A-03701
ATC Male Connector
4- Black Pendant
Connector
3 - White Pendant
Connector
2 - Orange /
PIP
1 - Black /
PIP
Art # A-03799
Front View
4
3
UNSHIELDED MACHINE TORCH
Negative / Plasma
8 - Green Pendant
Connector
Ground
8
7
2
1
6
5
Pilot
7 - Green /
Not Used
6 - Open
5 - White /
Not Used
8 - Ground
7 - Open
6 - Open
5 - Open
ATC Female Receptacle
Front View
8
7
6
5
2
1
Pilot
Negative / Plasma
4 - Switch
4
3
3 - Switch
2 - PIP
1 - PIP
APPENDIXA-16Manual 0-2957
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APPENDIX 15: TORCH CONNECTION DIAGRAMS
A. Hand Torch Connection Diagram
Torch: SL60 / SL100 Hand Torch
Leads: Torch Leads with ATC Connector
Power Supply: with ATC Receptacle
Torch
Head
PIP
Switch
Torch
Switch
Torch
Leads
Black
Orange
Green
White
Negative / Plasma
Pilot
Male
ATC Leads
Connector
ATC Female
Receptacle
1
2
5
6
4
3
8
7
1
2
5
6
4
3
8
7
Power
Supply
To Power Supply
Circuitry
To Power Supply
Circuitry
Negative / Plasma
Pilot
Art # A-03797
B. Mechanized (Machine) Torch Connection Diagram
Torch: Unshielded Mechanized SL100 Machine Torch
Leads: Leads with ATC Connector and
Remote Pendant Connector
Power Supply: with ATC Female Receptacle
Remote
Pendant
Connector
Torch
Head
PIP
Switch
Male
ATC Leads
Connector
Torch
Leads
Black
Orange
White
Not
Used
Green
Negative / Plasma Lead
Pilot Lead
To Remote Control
1
2
5
6
Black
White
Green
4
3
8
7
ATC Female
Receptacle
1
2
5
6
4
3
8
7
Power
Supply
To Power Supply
Circuitry
To Power Supply
Circuitry
Negative / Plasma
Pilot
Art # A-03798
Manual 0-2957A-17APPENDIX
Page 80
APPENDIX 16A: SYSTEM SCHEMATIC, 208/230-Volt Units
208/230V
1 PHASE
INPUT
A
B
ON/OFF SW
C
MODE SW
CURRENT ADJUST:
20 - 80 FOR CM101
20 - 60 FOR CM81
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